Changing UNIX Passwords
Passwords are an important part of computers. They essentially protect your account and prevent other users from accessing information that you deem as important. When you log into a secure computer, you're asked for your password and user account name. After typing the correct information, you're logged into the computer. Passwords can be changed in the Account area of System Preferences, or they can be quickly changed using the passwd command in the Terminal window. When evoking the passwd command, it's important to understand that your password is permanently changed, and the next time you log in you'll be required to type the new password. In addition, when you're typing and verifying you new password, no keystrokes ...
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