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How can I log in to my desktop computer without a log in pw

May 19, 2014 8:46PM PDT

I have a pentium ( P 4 m266-8235) model.. desktop computer, os- Microsoft xp professional, OS version
5.1.2600, service pack .. 2.0
I had been using my desktop computer since long time, but after I had my tablet and laptop, I nearly stopped working on it, unfortunately I forgot my computer log in password. Under such condition ,how can I log into my desktop computer , without the password?? Is there any ways or methods, through I can solve my problem??
Please help and guide me , to get into it, so that I get back my other files , stored in it.

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Try googling
May 19, 2014 10:44PM PDT

Try googling "ntpasswd" and the first hit should be what you're looking for.

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More to google.
May 19, 2014 11:45PM PDT

Since tutorials on NTPASSWD are out there, I like to add NTPASSWD TUTORIAL since many need that.

The first time I used NTPASSWD it was deja du with a numbered menu and clear text describing what each did. Some folk need a tutorial.
Bob

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How can I log into my desktop computer without a long in p/w
May 20, 2014 9:20PM PDT

Hi Bob..
Thanks for the suggestions.
Please do explain all about the tutorials on ntpasswd,
Where from,one can have that ...

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Like Bob says
May 20, 2014 9:42PM PDT

I would also Google a term like NTPASSWD TUTORIAL and use what Google finds.

For example, when I did that with my Google I got https://www.google.co.uk/#q=NTPASSWD+TUTORIAL

But notice I am using Google.co.uk. Your Google in your area may give different results.

Mark

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Ouch.
May 20, 2014 11:18PM PDT

Did you ask for tutorials on the tutorials?

OK, let's say you want something where you can get phone support. Head over to
http://www.lostpassword.com

It's a little money but it appears you don't want the free version.
Bob

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how can I log in to my desktop computer without a log in p/w
May 20, 2014 9:13PM PDT

Thank you so much for the help,
Please do shed some lights on , how, the googling with "ntpasswd" can be performed.