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XK0-005 · Question #1791
XK0-005 Question #1791: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: /etc/skel. The /etc/skel directory contains default files and directories that are copied into a new user's home directory upon account creation.
System Management
Question
An application requires a configuration file be placed in each user's home directory when an account is created. In which of the following locations should the administrator place the configuration file?
Options
- A/etc/skel
- B/etc/sysconfig
- C/etc/ssh
- D/etc/rc.local
Explanation
The /etc/skel directory contains default files and directories that are copied into a new user's home directory upon account creation.
Common mistakes.
- B. /etc/sysconfig is used for system-wide configuration files, not for user-specific default files.
- C. /etc/ssh contains system-wide configuration files for SSH, not templates for new user home directories.
- D. /etc/rc.local is a legacy script for commands executed at the end of the boot process, not for populating new user home directories.
Concept tested. Linux user management, default user files, /etc/skel
Reference. https://man7.org/linux/man-pages/man8/useradd.8.html
Topics
#User Management#Account Creation#/etc/skel#Configuration Files
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