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In Tails, an administration password (also called *root password* or *amnesia password*) is required to perform system administration tasks. For example:
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To [[install additional software|persistent_storage/additional_software]]
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To [[access the internal hard disks of the computer|doc/advanced_topics/internal_hard_disk]]
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To execute commands with `sudo`
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Security implications of setting up an administration password
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Hide your keyboard while typing your administration password in public spaces.
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In order to perform administration tasks, you need to set up an administration password when starting Tails, using the [[Welcome Screen|welcome_screen]].
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When the Welcome Screen appears, click on the **[[!img lib/list-add.png alt="Add Additional Setting" class="symbolic" link="no"]]** button.
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Specify a password of your choice in both the **Administration Password** and **Confirm** text boxes then click **Add**.
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<a id="root_console"></a>
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How to open a root console
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