How to Find the Local Administrator Password

The Windows operating system has an administrator account that has access to all aspects of the computer's configuration. The local administrator lets you change network settings, edit users and configure the desktop preferences. You should change the administrator account's password often to avoid access by unauthorized people. You can change the local administrator password using an account that has administrator privileges.

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  Click the Windows "Start" orb. Right-click the "Computer" icon on the "Start" menu. Select "Manage" to open the "Computer Management" utility.

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  Click "Local Users and Groups" to expand a list of options. Click the "Users" icon in the section to view a list of users.

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  Right-click the "Administrator" account name, and select "Set Password." Type the new password in the text box, and click "OK." This changes the local administrator account password.