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    Hi, I have forgotten my login and the answers to my security questions. Is there a way to reset my password?

    :)
     
    christinestephens, Aug 21, 2019
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  2. CRL1954 Win User

    Forgotten login password

    My son has loaned his laptop to me. But he has forgotten his login password! Therefore I cannot change user on login screen.
     
    CRL1954, Aug 21, 2019
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    Hi,

    "What to do if you forget your Windows 8/8.1 password"

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/what-do-forget-windows-password#1TC=windows-8

    If you've forgotten your Windows password, there are several ways to retrieve or reset it:

    • If your PC is on a domain, your system administrator must reset your password.
    • If you're using a Microsoft account, you can reset your password online. For more info, go to the

      Reset your password
      webpage.
    • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.
    If you've tried these suggestions and still can't sign in:

    • If you have Windows 8.1, you'll need to reinstall Windows.
    • If you have Windows RT 8.1, you'll need to contact your PC manufacturer.
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    Microsoft forbids any assistance being given in these Forums to help you bypass or "crack" lost or forgotten Passwords.

    Here is the Microsoft Information outlining that Policy:

    Keeping Passwords Secure- Microsoft Policy on Getting Around Passwords

    ________________________________________

    Microsoft policy about lost or forgotten passwords

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/189126#bookmark-third

    Cheers.
     
    Bill Smithers, Aug 21, 2019
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    Forgotten Password!!


    Thanks, Brink!

    Was successful in changing the password on the person's local account. But leaving the 2 accounts showing on the login screen will be very confusing for the 82 yr old person owning the laptop..

    As suggested, I signed in to the built-in Administrator account, and now both accounts are local account and Administrator?? Did I do something wrong?

    Is this way to stop the built-in Administrator account from showing on the login screen:


    1. Hold the Windows Key while pressing “R” to bring up the Windows Run dialog box.
    2. Type: net user administrator /active:no
    3. Press “Enter“.
     
    cottonball, Aug 21, 2019
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