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Name: KtM407
Date: May 16, 2009 at 12:12:48 Pacific
OS: Ubuntu
CPU/Ram: N/A
Product: Dell / Mini 9
Subcategory: Configurations
Comment:

I have a Dell Mini 9 with Ubuntu. When I first got it and read the disclaimers and stuff, I had to enter a password. I only need the password to do administrative tasks and, well, I don't remember it. I can't install any updates or change any settings. How can I reset this password? I did get an Ubuntu installation disk my netbook, but it doesn't have a CD drive anyway. I'm also not too familiar with Linux-based systems, so I need instructions as if I am a small child. Thank you! :)

P.S. Please forgive the typo in the subject title. :/



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Name: arochester
Date: May 16, 2009 at 13:06:31 Pacific
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"How to reset your password in Ubuntu" at http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/re...


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Name: jefro
Date: May 18, 2009 at 19:33:09 Pacific
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might even try sudo. If you are on the sudoers list you don't even need to change it but could with sudo passwd.

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