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Chpass Command: Update Local Password File
Use for update local password file with Chpass. Exact CLI syntax to update local password file using Chpass.
When to use this: Use for update local password file with Chpass.
Command Syntax
su -c 'chpass -l -s <path/to/shell>' <username>su -c 'chpass -l -s <path/to/shell>' <username>Live Command Builder
Final Command
su -c 'chpass -l -s <path/to/shell>' <username> Command Breakdown
-c- Command Option
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FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to update local password file using Chpass.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.
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