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Re: new debian install

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the characters are not intended to show, not even a string of **** .... 
it is for security.
I don't know if it can be changed

does it accept the password?

On 7/9/19 11:18 PM, N D wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I am looking for a Linux distribution that is stable and have just
> installed Debian 9 as a windows 7 replacement.
>
> The first major issue I have come across is when I try to install an app
> and I'm asked for the password no characters are entered when I type.
> This also happens when I try to enter a search term from the start menu
> and also a search term when looking for widgets. Can someone help
> please. I am a newcomer to linux.
>
> Thanks
>
> Nige
>
>
>
>

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new debian install N D <nco2018@outlook.com> - 2019-07-10 17:10 +0200
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