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Discussions tagged with co-worker on WindowsForum.com cover scenarios involving computers purchased from or shared with colleagues. One thread describes a user who forgot the password on a laptop bought from a former co-worker, seeking help with password recovery on a Dell Inspiron 1720 running Windows 7 Professional. Another thread raises security concerns about co-workers accessing a user's computer when off duty, highlighting risks of unauthorized access, spying, or document tampering. These posts reflect real-world issues around trust, password management, and workplace computer security.
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Windows 7 Trouble signing onto my laptop; forgot password
I haven't signed on to my laptop that I bought from former co-worker of mine (really savvy with computers) in a few months and I've forgotten the password to log-in. There was no animosity between us after the purchase - he ended up quitting and getting a job elsewhere. I have a Dell Inspiron...- doomspider
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- co-worker dell error help hints login microsoft newegg password password tool recovery reset software tech support troubleshooting upgrade usb user account windows 7 windows vista
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Windows Help and Support
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Windows 7 Threat from co-workers???
It would seem that this security hole would be an extremely serious flaw for people such as independent researchers who have co-workers who could have access to a computer during time periods that the rightful user was off duty. Bosses could easily "spy" on their employees, which would be a...- john3347
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- access access denied co-worker computer documents employees flaw independent researcher information malicious intent misinformation modification monitoring privacy security spy threats vulnerability workplace
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Windows Help and Support