After a migration to a new server, users report that they are unable to save files to their home directories. A check of the permissions on the home directories indicate that the permissions are set as follows: User: r-x Group: r-- Other: r-x A server administrator verifies the correct user and group ownership of the home directories. Which of the following will MOST likely resolve the issue?
A) Add the w permission for the users.
B) Add the x permission for the group.
C) Remove the x permission for other.
D) Remove the r permission for the group.

Question

After a migration to a new server, users report that they are unable to save files to their home directories. A check of the permissions on the home directories indicate that the permissions are set as follows: User: r-x Group: r-- Other: r-x   A server administrator verifies the correct user and group ownership of the home directories. Which of the following will MOST likely resolve the issue?
A) Add the w permission for the users.
B) Add the x permission for the group.
C) Remove the x permission for other.
D) Remove the r permission for the group.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The issue is that users cannot save files, which requires write permission. Adding the 'w' (write) permission for the users will allow them to save files to their home directories.

After a Migration to a New Server, Users Report That