Let me start by saying I am somewhat of a Linux newb. I have inherited some basic Ubuntu systems to admin (Ubuntu 16.04). I have a couple users that need to plug their machines from the network to other (approved) devices as part of their development. I need to give these non-privileged users permissions to change their IP address from a static to DHCP and vice versa either through terminal or gui. I am unsure of how to approach this and any help of suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
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with Network-Manager it should be possible when u put those users in the netdev group.
you can use command line command:
sudo adduser fred netdev
see also the [ubuntu wiki] (https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Security/Privileges#Connect_to_wireless_and_ethernet_networks)
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did it work? when yes pls accept answer – Thomas Oct 02 '17 at 18:34
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YES!. It did work. Thanks for your help. The user can change his IP in GUI and in Terminal. – ProAm500 Oct 11 '17 at 18:36