Changes in Root's Desktop Are Not Saved

Support knowledgebase (thallma_rootkde_80)
Applies to

SuSE Linux: Version 8.0

Symptom

Every time you log in as root in KDE, the default desktop is displayed. None of the changes you have performed on the desktop have been applied.

Tip: Actually, neither the KDE desktop nor any other desktop should ever be started as user root. Always login as "normal" user. To perform administrative tasks, start an "XTerm for the superuser".

Cause

A file is missing in the home directory of root.

Solution

Create this file by entering the following command as root:

touch /root/.skel/kdebase3


Keywords: KDE, 30, ROOT, DESKTOP

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