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How to change a password inside an OS

This guide outlines the steps to change a password in both Linux and Windows environments.

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Linux

STEP 1: Connect via ssh or through the VNC Console.

NOTE: macOS and Linux have a built-in SSH client. Windows doesn’t have a built-in one, but you can easily connect using the VNC console or install an SSH client.

STEP 2: Use the passwd command.

STEP 3: Enter a new password. Note that the password won’t be displayed, so make sure to enter it carefully.

Windows Server

STEP 1: Enter the START menu.

Start Menu

STEP 2: Click Control Panel.

Control Panel

STEP 3: Click the User Accounts button.

User Accounts

STEP 4: Click the Change account type button.

Change Account Type

STEP 5: Choose the account for which you want to change the password.

Choose Account

STEP 6: Click the Change the password button.

Change Password

STEP 7: Enter the old password, then enter the new password.

Enter Old and New Password

STEP 8: Click the Change password button to save your changes.

Save Changes

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