I recently reset my PC in preparation for selling it, and I created a local account just to verify that all my files were deleted. Once I confirmed everything was gone, I attempted to delete the local account using the command 'netplwiz' through the run dialog (Windows + R), but that didn't work. After restarting my computer, I was surprised to find out there was a password set on my 'User' local account, which I never created. I've tried using the shift + restart method to access advanced options, but resetting the PC isn't an option for me. Now I'm stuck with two setup options. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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If you're planning to sell your PC, the best approach is to perform a secure wipe, then do a fresh install of Windows. You can shut it down just after selecting your region and language during the setup process, so the new owner can complete that like it’s a brand-new computer. Just be aware that a simple reset might not actually remove all of your data, so it’s better to clean install.
I wiped the PC already, but now I can’t log in to wipe it again since that shift + r option isn’t working for me.