Change HOME Directory to User Profile Directory CYGWIN

You want to change the home directory for users in Cygwin to their Windows profile directory. You’ve already identified the relevant configuration file, /etc/nsswitch.conf, and the db_home parameter. Here’s how you can change the home directory to the Windows profile directory using this configuration:

1. Open /etc/nsswitch.conf: Use your preferred text editor (e.g., nano, vim, or notepad) to open the /etc/nsswitch.conf file in Cygwin.

2. Edit the db_home parameter:

   Locate the line that starts with db_home:. You’ve already made the necessary change, but make sure it looks like this:

   db_home: /%H/

   This change specifies that the home directory should be located in the Windows profile directory, which is represented by %H.

3. Save and Exit:

   If you’re using a text editor within Cygwin, save your changes and exit the editor.

4. Restart Cygwin:

   To apply the changes, you’ll need to restart any Cygwin processes. You can do this by closing and reopening your Cygwin terminal or by restarting your computer.

After making these changes and restarting Cygwin, the home directory for users should be set to their respective Windows profile directories.

Please note that modifying system configuration files can have consequences, so make sure you have a backup or a recovery plan in case anything goes wrong. Also, ensure you have the necessary permissions to edit system files.