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The thread discusses methods to disable the need for a password at Windows boot, primarily for users accessing their personal computers who prefer convenience. Drew outlines a procedure using "control userpasswords2" to remove password prompts, while whs suggests an alternative "netplwiz" command, noting its applicability across Windows 7, 8, and Vista. The overall sentiment is informational, providing guidance on simplifying logins while cautioning against this for shared or portable devices.
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Many may, already, know this...

IF you are the only person accessing your Desktop PC

IF you have no reason to think it could or would be used by another person, certainly not w/out you knowing.

IF it 'demands' a P/W @ Bootup

IF you would rather not bother w/ that...

> cmd (Admin)

Type, control userpasswords2

Hit, ENTER

In the dialogue box, UNcheck the checked box (demands P/W or not)

In the (Name) dialogue box type P/W twice

Clk OK.

Clk OK. (in 1st dialogue box)

Do NOT do this if a laptop or ever, even possibly, a shared PC

Cheers,

Drew

 

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Drew, I think you can also get there when you type netplwiz into Start/search (or Run box) and hit Enter. Works in /7 and /8 - not sure about Vista.
 
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Yes, that is, also, correct. And that is why I put it in both Win7 & 8 Forums.

Both ways do arrive @ the same thing.

Cheers,
Drew
 
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Thanks for clarifying that.
 
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