Re: dpkg-reconfigure of xserver-xorg creates problem for users!
On Sun, May 13, 2007 at 10:54:48PM +0000, Bruce M. Ward wrote:
> Hi all.
>
> A recent install of the Etch release. Root uses 'dpkg-reconfigure
> xserver-xorg' to change the video resolutions. Root can start X no
> problems. Existing user cannot login with gdm - returns to login box.
> User can login at text console but cannot start X (with startx). Gets
> 'caught signal 11'. User previously had no problems. Root creates new
> user. New user has no problem.
>
> It looks like a permissions problem, but I haven't been able to figure
> out where ...
>
> Any ideas anyone? Can anyone help?
Compare the two accounts by logging into any account and running:
groups oldaccount && groups newaccount
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