Hey everyone, I'm dealing with a bit of a problem. I have a local account and I've forgotten my password. When I try to log in, I get three security questions that I also can't remember. The good news is that I can still log in using a PIN, but I'm worried if that's safe for the future. I heard that I can reset my password using the NET USER command in Command Prompt. Is there a safer method to reset my password? Also, how can I ensure that the new password I set in Command Prompt is working correctly? Thanks for any help!
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You said you can log in with PIN, right? Once you're in, just go to the settings and you should have the option to update your password. But if you don't remember your password, CMD is probably your best bet.
I suggest creating an additional admin account with a local password as a backup. This way, if something goes wrong, you’ll have options.
When using CMD, just type `net user "YourUsername" *` and hit enter. It’ll prompt you to enter a new password. Just remember to type your username where 'YourUsername' is. It's straightforward once you get the hang of it.
You can definitely reset your password using Command Prompt and it should be safe! Just make sure you're logged in with your PIN first. You can type in `net user "YourUsername" *` to change your password. Also, consider checking your User Accounts settings in the Control Panel; it’s worth a try if you’re uncomfortable with CMD.
Just a heads up, I tried using the Control Panel and it warned me about potential data loss, so be cautious with that option.