Overiding password at startup


  1. jackdash
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    Overiding password at startup


    My computer is setup for a password required at startup.
    As I am the only one using it I would like to know how to permanently overide it.

    Thanks
    Jack
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  3. richc46
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    Windows 10, Home Clean Install
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    Welcome to the forum

    Hope this is what you need.

    Password - Require on Wakeup
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  4. Brink
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    Hello Jack,

    This tutorial can help show you how to set Windows 7 to log on to your user account automatically at startup.

    Log On Automatically at Startup

    Hope this helps,
    Shawn
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  6. jackdash
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    Many Thanks

    Jack
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  7. richc46
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    You are welcome Jack

    Because of the way the system works, you have two methods to choose from. Good luck and come back often to share your expertise or to take advantage of ours. You will always be welcome.
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  8. Brink
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    You're most welcome Jack. :)
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