How to enable root login on Ubuntu 10.04

Ubuntu 10.04 LTS GUI

1. Goto "Applications" -> "Accessories" -> "Terminal"

2. Type the following commands

$sudo passwd root
[sudo]password for CURRENTUSER: <- type current user password
Enter new UNIX password: <- enter root password
Retype new UNIX password: <- reenter root password

3. Now you can logout and relogin with root