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If I make a script that requires root privileges, do I need to put sudo in the script too?

rated 0 times [ 4] [ 0] / answers: 1 / hits: 1526 / 2 Years ago, fri, september 23, 2022, 7:57:08

I'm working on an installer script for the latest ATI drivers (as they are not in repo) and was wondering if I need to include sudo in the script, because it will be needed for the install.

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answered 2 Years ago huovie · Accepted Answer

no, if you need root privileges you call the script with sudo.