PASSWORD

Syntax

PASSW[ORD] [username]

Allows you to change a password without echoing it on an input device.

Terms

Refer to the following for a description of the clause or term:

username

Specifies the user. If omitted, username defaults to the current user.

Usage

To change the password of another user, you must have been granted the appropriate privilege. For more information about changing your password, see the CONNECT command in this chapter.

Examples

Suppose you are logged on as HR/HR, and want to change the password to HRHR

PASSWORD
Changing password for HR
Old password: HR
New password: HRHR
Retype new password: HRHR
Password changed

Suppose you are logged on as a DBA, and want to change the password for user johnw (currently identified by johnwpass) to johnwnewpass

PASSWORD johnw


Changing password for johnw
New password: johnwnewpass
Retype new password: johnwnewpass
Password changed

Note: Passwords are not echoed to the screen, they are shown here for your convenience.