🖥️chage

➡️This is a command-line reference manual for commands and command combinations that you don’t use often enough to remember it. This cheatsheet explains the chage command with important options and switches using examples.

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chage -M -1 root; echo "" > /etc/security/opasswd
# Disable password expiration and clear password history for VMware vcenter appliance

# Expire a user's password immediately
chage -d 0 USERNAME
# Explanation: This will effectively force the user to change his/her password at next login.
# Limitations: Not in BSD. Yes in Linux. do not know in UNIX.

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# CMD chage						       #
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Cheatsheets are an excellent complement to other information sources like Linux man-pages, Linux help, or How-To’s and tutorials, as they provide compact and easily accessible information. While man-pages and detailed tutorials often contain comprehensive explanations and extensive guides, cheatsheets summarize the most important options forthe command chage in a clear format. This allows users to quickly access the needed information for chage without having to sift through lengthy texts. Especially in stressful situations or for recurring tasks, cheatsheets for chage are a valuable resource to work efficiently and purposefully.

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