Multiple choice technology operating systems

using root user in a GUI environment is a security issue ??

  1. yes

  2. no

  3. cant say

  4. dont know
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Running GUI applications as root is a security risk because it grants unnecessary system privileges and increases the attack surface. A compromised GUI application running as root could potentially take control of the entire system. Linux security principles advise using root only when absolutely necessary.

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