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i just bought an HP G60 laptop from a freind it has windows vista, and i do not know the username password. what can i do to unlock my new computer?
shawn,
I'll need more info about your computer knowledge and a few other things, but to put you on the right track, please visit:
http://pcsupport.about.com/od/toolsofthetrade/tp/passrecovery.htm
The main thing is reviewing the options, and finding one (or more) that might work for your particular situation. At that point, perhaps I can help you with the details.
There's also info here:
http://4sysops.com/archives/three-ways-to-reset-a-windows-vista-admin-password/
Make note of #11 because there are a lot of commercial tools, too.
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