My kid changed the password on his computer and can't remember what it is. Nobody can login on to the computer anymore. Is there anyway to reset the password for the admin account? Thanks.

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Thanks. Anyway without XP CD?

First mistake is using the default administrator account for everyday computing. That defeats the purpose and takes away your fall back login.

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