Linux

useradd

CautionCreate a user

useradd -m -s /bin/bash <user>

Creates a user. -m makes the home dir, -G sets extra groups. Set a password with passwd afterwards.

Examples

  • useradd -m -G sudo taroCreate user in sudo group

Syntax

useradd [-m] [-s shell] [-G groups] <user>

Before you run it

Avoid UID collisions with system users.

Related commands

The same reference, with no signal at all

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