microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin

Annie wrote:
> I acquired a laptop but it has two user logons. Passwords unknown. How can I get rid of these and start fresh?
>
> TIA


If the person from whom you "acquired" the computer cannot give you
the passwords, (and the installation CDs for the OS and any other
software installed), you'd be wise to check with local law enforcement
agencies to ensure that you haven't inadvertently purchased stolen property.

Anyway, with second-hand computers, especially if acquired from
strangers but perhaps even if acquired from a family member or friend,
your wisest course of action would definitely be to format the hard
drives and start fresh. You don't want to get in trouble because the
original owner may have filled the hard drive with kiddie porn, or have
problems because the original owner downloaded/installed viruses or
other malware.


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