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August 9th, 2024 1:24 PM Mr. Q Categories: Command

Command: chroot

The chroot command changes the apparent root directory for the current running process and its children. This creates an isolated environment within the filesystem, making it appear as if the process is running on its own separate system. It is commonly used for testing, creating isolated environments, or recovering systems.

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Sample Commands and Outputs:

• chroot /new/root: Changes the root directory to /new/root. Sample Command and Output:

  $ sudo chroot /new/root

Description:

• chroot /new/root: Changes the root directory for the current shell or command to /new/root. The new root directory must be a fully functional root filesystem.
• chroot /path/to/environment /bin/bash: Changes the root directory and starts a new shell. Sample Command and Output:

  $ sudo chroot /path/to/environment /bin/bash

Description:

• chroot /path/to/environment: Sets /path/to/environment as the new root directory.
• /bin/bash: Starts a new Bash shell within the new root environment.
• chroot /mnt/oldroot /usr/bin/env: Runs a command in the new root directory. Sample Command and Output:

  $ sudo chroot /mnt/oldroot /usr/bin/env

Description:

• chroot /mnt/oldroot: Sets /mnt/oldroot as the new root directory.
• /usr/bin/env: Runs the env command in the new root environment, which can be useful for testing or troubleshooting.

Note: The chroot command is a powerful tool for creating isolated environments, but it requires that the new root directory contains a complete and functional filesystem, including necessary libraries and executables. Ensure you have a proper environment setup to avoid issues.