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adduser vs useradd in Linux: What's the Difference?

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May 03, 2025
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In most Linux systems, when you want to create a new user, you have two options: adduser or useradd.

So, what exactly is the difference between the two? Is one of them superior to the other? Which should you choose? Is it useradd or adduser?

Let’s break it down.

Useradd: Low-Level Utility

useradd is a built-in Linux command that is available on all Linux sy…

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