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Re: ppp how to use ppp for a normal user?



Herve BRUNEL wrote:

> I installed Debian slink and kernel 2.2.11 with success
>
> i can use my internet connexion as root, but i don't find how to run it like an user.
>
> I try, unsuccessfuly, to change attribut of /usr/sbin/pppd and script I created as root.
>
> the message is always the same " you must be root to run pppd
>
> Is there anyone to help me
>
> Thanks
>
> Hervé
>
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Add any users you want to be able to use ppp to the group dip.  You can then use pon /
poff, e.g. (as root)

adduser jon dip

Jon can then use ppp.

Jonathan.


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