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Old August 31st 04, 06:47 PM
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At start-up the username and password for the computer no
longer work. I tried to do a system restore (to a
previous period) but the password and login name still do
not work to start windows. Trying to start in safe mode
or starting to get a command prompt have also failed. Is
there any other means to by-pass the secuirty login and
password to get to my desktop???
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Old August 31st 04, 06:59 PM
Mart
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You *should* be able to bypass the password by selecting the Cancel button.

However, you might find this KB article helpful:-
"How to Prevent a Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Me Logon Prompt at
Startup"
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;152104

When it comes to setting up again, then if you no longer want a password,
enter a name but do not enter any password at all, then click OK.
DO NOT "cancel".

As you will have realized, this is not very secure password system. If you
want something a bit more secure, check-out Doug Knox's "Secure Your
Computer" free utility at the following URL:-
http://www.dougknox.com/security/validated.htm

WARNING!! Be sure to read his recommendation!!

HTH and good luck

Mart



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At start-up the username and password for the computer no
longer work. I tried to do a system restore (to a
previous period) but the password and login name still do
not work to start windows. Trying to start in safe mode
or starting to get a command prompt have also failed. Is
there any other means to by-pass the secuirty login and
password to get to my desktop???



 




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