How to Create a New User with Sudo Privileges Linux – No More Root Rage! BONUS - how to delete User.
Tired of logging in as root and living on the edge? 😱 In this tutorial, Deividas Strole shows you how to create a new user on your AlmaLinux VPS and grant them sudo privileges—so they can manage the server safely and responsibly.
🎯 What You'll Learn:
How to create a new Linux user
Assign a password for the new user
Add the user to the sudo (wheel) group
Verify sudo access and test commands safely
Best practices for multi-user server management
🛠️ Step-by-Step Commands:
Create a new user: `sudo adduser username`
Set a password: `sudo passwd username`
Add user to sudo/wheel group: `sudo usermod -aG wheel username`
Test sudo privileges: `sudo whoami` (should return "root")
💡 Perfect For:
Linux beginners securing their VPS
System administrators managing multiple users
DevOps enthusiasts managing cloud servers safely
Anyone wanting to avoid always using root
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