Set a Windows Password

Setting a password on a Windows computer is a relatively quick and easy process that will greatly increase the security of your files. Security is important, and now you can learn to safeguard your files in Windows 7, Vista and XP.

Steps

  1. Right click on My Computer and select Manage.
  2. Choose the Local Users and Groups option.
  3. Double-click on the Users folder. You should see a list of users pop up in the right window.
  4. Right-click on a user and choose Set Password.
  5. Click on Proceed.
  6. Enter the new password and confirm. Click on OK.
  7. Click OK to finish. The password has been set.

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