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Question

password for computer screen

by elnealy Mar 31, 2014 3:38AM PDT

How do you make the entire computer password protected?

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Clarification Request

What computer?

by r. proffitt Forum moderator Mar 31, 2014 3:41AM PDT

Many have a BIOS or boot password. But keep in mind that most have ways to let me into your PC. I have tools like NTPASSWD to reset Windows Passwords and Live CD/DVD/USB to get files out without any trace.

If you don't maintain physical security, it's as good as no security.
Bob

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Video on 15 seconds and I'm in (with my Rubber Ducky.)

by r. proffitt Forum moderator Mar 31, 2014 3:55AM PDT

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGjcFoSGYt0

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