Describe How the /Etc/passwd and /Etc/shadow Files Are Used in the Authentication

question 23

Essay

Describe how the /etc/passwd and /etc/shadow files are used in the authentication process. Why are two files used instead of one? How can you convert a system to use the /etc/shadow file to store passwords?

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Non-punitive Practices

Approaches or methods that do not involve punishment, often employed in discipline or conflict resolution.

Nonviolent Manner

Acting or responding in a way that does not involve physical force or harm.

Nonviolent Adults

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