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[Solved] MacOS X - Alternative to Linux "su" for Mac shell
(@hans)
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June 24, 2014 3:16 AM
When trying to use the "su" (substitute user identity - or: run a shell as superuser/root), you might find that your password will not work.
With the following statement however, you can open a Bash shell as superuser/admin with elevated rights:
sudo -s
It wil prompt for your password and open a Bash shell session.
