Windows 10: How do I change the password to login to my computer Windows 11

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  1. How do I change the password to login to my computer Windows 11


    I would like to change my login password, just for increased security. I don't know where to start. I am not looking to change my email passwords.

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    DorthDannyW, Aug 31, 2022
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  2. newtekie1 Win User

    [Tip] Automatic Login to Windows and Instantly lock the computer.

    Problem: You like to leave XYZ program running 24/7, but XYZ program only starts when you log into the computer(XYZ can be whatever program you want). So when automatic updates hit and auto-restart your computer, the XYZ program doesn't start back up. You could not put a password on your user account, so the computer automatically logs onto your user account when it reboots, but that is insecure, and if you have nosy roommates/children/super intelligent monkeys, if there is no password they might get on your computer and find your huge collection of por...legally obtained songs...
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    Solution: Set Windows to automatically log into a password protected user account, and then instantly lock the computer.*Rockout :rockout: Here's how:

    • I'm going to assume you already have your user account password protected. If not, setup a password for your user account now...I'll wait...ok, moving on.
    • In the Run dialog type "control userpasswords2" without quotes. Then press OK.

      How do I change the password to login to my computer  Windows 11 autologin1.png
    • In the User Accounts window uncheck the box for "Users must enter a password to use this computer." Press OK.

      How do I change the password to login to my computer  Windows 11 autologin2.png
    • In the Automatically Log On window enter your username and password. Press OK.

      How do I change the password to login to my computer  Windows 11 autologin3.png
    • Open Notepad and type "rundll32.exe user32.dll, LockWorkstation" without quotes.

      How do I change the password to login to my computer  Windows 11 autologin4.png
    • Save the text document as lock.bat. Make sure you change Save as type: from *.txt to *.*!

      How do I change the password to login to my computer  Windows 11 autologin5.png
    • Drag lock.bat into your Startup folder.

      How do I change the password to login to my computer  Windows 11 autologin6.png
    That is it. Now when the computer is rebooted it will automatically log in to your account, load any programs you want started, and lock the computer so a password is still required to use it.*Toast :toast:

    A few notes:
    • If you change the password for your user account, it will break the auto login. You will have to go back into control userpasswords2 and re-enter your login information.
    • This should work with any recent version of Windows, I've tested it back to at least XP. You shouldn't be using anything older than that anyway.
    • I've tested this with Win7 and Vista Home Premium and up. It should work on Home Basic and Starter as well, and it should work on XP Home, but I haven't tested this personally. The lower versions of Windows might not have the Control Userpasswords2 ability.
    • This works with Server versions of Windows also.
     
    newtekie1, Aug 31, 2022
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  3. Win 11 Sign In - Forgot Password

    If you use a local admin account in Windows 11 and you have forgotten your password, the following tips will help you perfectly resolve your issue. Procedures with screenshots Please read the details.

    Tip 1: Reset Windows 11 Local Admin Password by Answering Security Questions.

    Step 1: On the Windows 11 login screen, you will get a message says the password is incorrect after you entered a wrong password. Select “OK” to go back.

    Step 2: There will be a password reset link appears under the password box. Select the Reset password link.

    Step 3: Give the pre-set answers to your security questions.

    Step 4: Type a new password twice and then click “OK”.

    Step 5: You will now be able to sign in as usual with the new password.

    Tip 2: Reset Windows 11 Local Administrator Password with Password Reset Disk.

    Step 1: In the Windows 11 login screen, select your local administrator. When you enter a wrong password, you will get a message says the password is incorrect. Select “OK” to back into the login screen.

    Step 2: Windows 11 gives you a link for resetting the local administrator password. Now insert your password reset disk and then select the reset password link under the password box.

    Step 3: Password reset wizard appears, click on “Next”.

    Step 4: Select the password reset disk you inserted and then click “Next”.

    Step 5: Type a new password and retype it to confirm. Click “Next”. Then finish.

    Tip 3: Reset Windows 11 Local Administrator Password with Command Prompt. (Require Windows Install Media)

    Note: If you use this, please make sure that you complete the following steps. The important thing is you need to replace the utilman file with cmd and this must be happened in your system drive.

    Step 1: Boot your computer from an official Windows 11 installation DVD/USB disk. When Windows setup screen appears, select “Next”.

    Step 2: Select “Repair your computer” link.

    Step 3: Under “Choose an option”, select “Troubleshoot”.

    Step 4: Under “Troubleshoot”, select “Command Prompt”.

    Step 5: At the command window, type the following commands. (Press Enter key after each command)

    1. Move c:\windows\system32\utilman.exe c:\ (If your system drive is not in C, please replace C with yours.)
    2. Copy c:\windows\system32\cmd.exe c:\windows\system32\utilman.exe
    Step 6: Remove the Windows installation disk and then use the following computer to reboot the computer: type “wpeutil reboot” and then press Enter key.

    Step 7: PC reboots and loads the Windows 11 login screen. Click “Ease of access” icon.

    Step 8: Command Prompt window appears. Type “net user administrator 123456” and then press Enter key. The new password 123456 is what you want.
     
    BarkeySilend, Aug 31, 2022
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  4. How do I change the password to login to my computer Windows 11

    Forgot Windows 10 password...

    If it's a Microsoft account, you should be able to change the password via another computer at live.com and the password should also change to match on the computer (obviously make sure it has internet access first). The password is verified online during login.
     
    FordGT90Concept, Aug 31, 2022
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