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  • What Happens in Thunderbird When I Change My Password in Hotmail?

    Companies such as Microsoft offer several tips that allow you to keep your passwords safe from prying eyes. One tip is to change your password periodically and set yourself reminders to do so. If you check your Hotmail account from a third-party mail client such as Thunderbird, you'll also have to update your account password in Thunderbird when you change your password in Hotmail.

  • How to Change the Password for a WAN Miniport

    A WAN miniport in Windows facilitates the connection to a virtual private network, or VPN. A VPN uses tunneling software to connect to a company's private network over the Internet. The WAN miniport contains a password used to connect to the VPN. The miniport properties configuration utility is located in the Windows Control Panel. Use the utility to change the miniport's password so that you do not have to type the password each time you connect to the VPN.

  • How to Change My CyberLink Password to Send Pictures

    If you own a CyberLink software product such as YouCam, you can share your photos, videos and webcam effects with other CyberLink fans. You can do this in the CyberLink Members Zone. If you’re unable to access the members’ area because you lost your password, you can reset the password. You can complete the process on the company’s official website.

  • How to Set Rights to Change Your Password in Sharepoint Permission Levels

    The "Manage Permissions" permission type lets users change passwords on the Sharepoint server. Sharepoint allows users in a specified organization share documents and set up intranet services. Users can change their own password at any time, but they need the "Manage Permissions" permission to change passwords for any user.

  • How to Change the Password on MHFO Korean

    "Monster Hunter Frontier Korean," or "MHFO Korean," is a popular game in the massive multiplayer online community. You may have reason to change your password in the game. If this occurs, you simply need to access the registration page for the game and perform the necessary steps.

  • How to Change the Password on an iPad Pocket Informant

    Pocket Informant is a calendar and task-orientated productivity application for the Apple iPad developed by Web Information Solutions. The app offers a calendar and time-management system presented in the style of an appointment diary. Appointments are entered directly into Pocket Informant, which does not require a password to use. The app can also synchronize with the Google and Toodledo online calendar services, which you must log into using your account username and password before Pocket Informant can share data with them.

  • How to Change the Alpine Password Using iFile on the iPhone

    When you jailbreak your iPhone and install the OpenSSH application, the default SSH password for your device is "Alpine." Since this password is the same for every jailbroken iPhone with OpenSSH installed, it is imperative that you change this password to something more difficult to guess. The SSH password can be changed using the MobileTerminal application, but the MobileTerminal application cannot be installed through Cydia on iPhones running anything above iOS 4.0. You can, however, install MobileTerminal on your iPhone using the iFile application. If you want to change your SSH password using the iFile application, you can do so…

  • How Do You Change Your Xbox Gamertag Password?

    Xbox 360 offers a service called Xbox LIVE that enables you to play games online with other players, download games instantly and use applications such as Netflix and Zune. To get Xbox LIVE, you must create a membership with your Windows Live ID, then choose a gamertag and password. If you already have an Xbox LIVE account, you can change your current password using the "Account Management" settings.

  • How to Change My Public Password in Photobucket

    Photobucket is a photo sharing website that allows you to upload and share photos and photo albums with others. You have three privacy options for albums: public, private and password protected. With the public option, anyone that finds your album can view it. With Private, only you can view it. However, if you password protect your album, you can give the password out to people you want to view it. To change the password for your password protected album, you will need to edit the album.

  • How to Change an Elastix FOP Password

    When the Linux-based application called Asterisk evolved into the 1.4 version, Elastix was created from it. As with most other computer applications, a default password is provided with Elastix. If you want to change the password to something besides the default password, you will need to know where to look. Once you get to the appropriate place, the application will guide you through with prompts.

  • How to Change My Password for My Gamertag

    Your Xbox Live gamertag is linked with your Windows Live ID. This system provides you with a combined access to all the features on Windows and your gaming console. As with any account-related service, you should periodically change the password to decrease the chances of a compromised account. To change the password associated with your gamertag, access the account management section on the Xbox dashboard.

  • How to Change a Password in Tweetie on an iPhone

    Tweetie is a client that you can install on your iPhone to manage your Twitter account. In April 2010, Twitter acquired Tweetie and renamed the Tweetie iPhone client accordingly to Twitter. If your Twitter account has been compromised, it's important to change your password. Change your password through the Twitter website from your iPhone.

  • My Facebook Keeps Telling Me "Wrong Password" Even After I Change It

    Passwords should be changed periodically to protect the security of your Facebook account. When you change the password, Facebook tells you to type it twice, in case you made a mistake the first time. Even so, the new password won't work if it isn't typed properly, or if the browser is using a cached version of the log-in page.

  • How to Change a Dovecot Password

    With the popularity of email, different serving mechanisms that power email servers that send and receive email and email data have emerged. Dovecot is a kind of open-source email server that supports IMAP and POP3 email server protocols, which are types of networks used to send email messages. Dovecot is specifically designed to be deployed to Linux-based email servers and has some built-in security-minded features, including password change and protection.

  • How Do I Change My Password With Windstream?

    Windstream Communications is a communications provider based in Arkansas. Services available through Windstream Communications include home and business phone lines, Web hosting services, broadband Internet and high-definition television. Coverage is available in areas of the central, southern and eastern United States. Customers of Windstream Communications have access to their accounts and can manage them online. You can change your password for your Windstream account whenever you want to, right through the secure Windstream Communications website.

  • How to Change Your Username & Password on a SpeedStream 4100 Modem

    The SpeedStream 4100 is a high-speed Ethernet modem from the Siemens Company. You can modify the settings of the modem from an online configuration console. The configuration console is password-protected to prevent unauthorized use to changes on the modem. If your account has been compromised, you may want to change your username and password to prevent further unauthorized use.

  • How to Change the Password in Maximum Tru64

    Tru64 is a UNIX enterprise software program developed by Hewlett Packard. The software is used to manage user accounts and passwords. It features functions that require users to select a password no longer than the specified maximum length. Other features include requiring users to change their passwords after a declared period of time. In the software's log file, it stores information such as the last time a password was changed and the last user account that changed a password.

  • How to Reset a ZyXEL Modem

    The ZyXEL Prestige series of DSL modems is equipped with a reset button on the back panel that will restore the modem to its factory defaults. If your ZyXEL modem is acting up, try resetting it before you call your Internet service provider's technical support. It can save you the time waiting on hold, and possibly prevent the hassle of an on-site service call.

  • Informix Data Types

    Informix is a relational database-management system marketed by IBM. A relational database consists of data stored in tables, or relations, of rows and columns. Each column in the database has a data type, which defines the form in which the data is stored and how much physical space is set aside for the column. Informix includes numeric, character and abstract data types, built in as standard options.

  • How to Install BT4

    BT4 is the 4th version of BackTrack Linux, a Linux distribution designed to provide all of the penetration testing and network security tools available in the Linux ecosystem in one distribution. Originally BT was designed to be run from a CD or thumbdrive, so users could work on problem computers without needing to carry their computers. However, the distribution is a fully functional version of Linux and can be installed on a computer hard drive.

  • How to Disable ILO

    Integrated Lights-Out, or iLO, is a proprietary server management system that Hewlett-Packard designed and implemented. You control the iLO system through the server's BIOS. A network device can also control the settings of iLO through an Ethernet connection. Using this method, you can restart and shut down the server and mount optical media. You can disable iLO completely on a server or computer if the system is not essential for operation.

  • How to Recover the Password for a Catalyst 3750

    Layer 2 and 3 network devices are configurable, and everything that can be modified like that requires protection. Occasionally, however, you may lose the existing password to some equipment, and it's extremely helpful to know how to recover and reset the existing passwords. Doing this requires physical proximity to the switch, so only legitimate users will be able to reset the password. Without knowing how to reset the switch, downtime can be extensive, costing you and your business money.

  • How to Install Horde Webmin

    Webmin servers have the ability to develop web applications through Horde, which is a compiler for Internet software. If you would like to install the Horde development software on your server, you can do it with just a few commands in the Terminal. Once you install the Horde software, you will be able to develop Internet applications for your Webmin server. You don't have to find a computer genius to install this software; you can do it yourself.

  • How to Get iChat on a D4 Laptop

    If you want to stay up-to-date with what your friends are doing, get iChat for your laptop. iChat is a messenger for Mac computers and laptops. Makers such as LG, Dell and HP use D4 screens for certain models of their laptops. Although those brands are not typically Mac computers, they can run on the Mac OS system. You do not need anything special to download iChat. The setup process is similar to most programs on a Mac. With a few double-clicks of your Mac mouse, get iChat on your D4 laptop.

  • How to Set Up a ZyXel Router

    ZyXel produces a wide array of wired and wireless routers that allow you to connect several computers and share a single broadband Internet connection. Whether you need to enable wireless connections for a group of laptops or connect office workstations to the Web, the process for configuring a ZyXel router is about the same. Compatible with most DSL and cable broadband modems, you can have your ZyXel router connected and networked computers browsing the Internet in about half an hour.

  • Dangers of Changing Your Password on the Internet

    The first thing you are told when a hacker accesses your account is to change your password. If you take too long, the hacker may change it, and the email address associated with the account. This effectively locks you out of your own account, and forces you to prove to customer service that you are the rightful owner. What you may not realize, though, is that your information can be stolen by the very act of changing your password.

  • How to Sign Up for Orkut

    Orkut, a social networking service available from Google, allows you to interact with and meet others through its varied and diversified community. Much like other networking websites, you can customize a personal profile listing basic details, contact information and methods with which others can reach you. Orkut requires the use of a Google account or the creation of a new email address to use its available features.

  • Aiwa V-Chip Recovery

    V-Chip technology lets parents restrict unsuitable channels, programs and other content from view on their televisions. A four-digit password protects the V-Chip settings on Aiwa sets to keep children old enough to work the TV menu out of the parental control area. Resetting the V-Chip password restores the code to its factory default in the event you forget or lose track of the parental controls. The recovery process takes less than a minute.

  • How to Access D-Link With DIR-625

    The D-Link DIR-625 is a wireless router that provides increased range for Wi-Fi access. The DIR-625 has four local area network (LAN) ports as well as a USB port to connect computers to the device using Ethernet or USB cables. The router allows for up to 256 Wi-Fi connections, and allows the administrator to configure many types of security options. To configure the security options and perform general maintenance on the router, you must log into the router's administrative section, which is accessed through your Web browser.

  • How to Become Famous on AQW

    AQW, also known as "Adventure Quest Worlds" is a free MMORPG (massive multiplayer online role-playing game) available for anyone with Internet access. Players have the ability to join with friends, fight monsters, adopt pets and complete quests within a virtual, in-browser world. Becoming famous in AQW is possible with various methods, depending on your objectives and goals with your AQW character.

  • How to Install a Ricoh RC Gate

    RC gates connect into a computer's network and manage other devices connected to the network. Administrators can use their Web browser to access the RC gate and remotely manage the devices on the network including all the printers and scanners that may require frequent driver and firmware updates. While an understanding of computer networking and administration is required to use the gate, Ricoh provides copious amounts of documentation for its RC gates which makes the setup and configuration process straightforward.

  • How to Read User Mail in the Webmin Module

    Webmin is an administrative control panel for Web servers and Web hosts. If you have Webmin installed on your website or server, you can use the included modules to access various features of your website. Webmin includes a standard set of modules that includes Read User Mail. Read User Mail is a simple email client to read your email messages for the users on your server.

  • How to Reset a DIR-625

    The D-Link DIR-625 is a wireless router that broadcasts Internet connectivity to devices with wireless cards installed on the system. If you would like to reset your router, you can do so through the reset button on the back of the device. Many people choose to do this if they have forgotten their password and need to log in to the router to change the settings. You don't have to be a networking professional to reset your DIR-625. It's very simple.

  • How to Set Up a DIR-625

    The D-Link DIR-625 RangeBooster Wireless N Router supports the 802.11n wireless protocol with speeds of up to 300 megabits per second (Mbps) when connected to a computer with an 802.11n wireless adapter. It also is backward-compatible with the 802.11b and 802.11g protocols. It supports four wired Ethernet devices and an unlimited number of wireless connections. The DIR-625 can be installed and up and running in less than an hour.

  • How to Migrate FileVault to a New Mac

    The FileVault on any Apple Macintosh computer, starting with Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, is a system for securing data. It works by encrypting information that is stored with a master password. When you buy a new Mac, it is customary to transfer or migrate everything from the old Mac to the new one. When you do this using Apple's procedures, your FileVault data also will transfer to the new Mac. The idea is to make it easy to upgrade from one Mac to another. Apple threw a bit of glitch in the process, however, when the company eliminated FireWire…

  • How to Change a Password on Zyxel

    Secure your wireless network with a unique password. This prevents anyone nearby from using your wireless Internet service, whether it be your neighbors glomming onto your paid service or hackers looking to access your information. If you feel your security is compromised or you haven't changed the password on your Zyxel router, use the Web Configurator to change your password.

  • How to Change the Telnet Title Bar

    Telnet is a program that allows text-based data to be transferred between two machines. Typically one of these machines is a server and the other is the client. On the client, you are able to connect to the server to obtain various data about the machine or to access data explicitly stored there. Changing the title of the Telnet window is fairly simple and it may keep people from seeing what you're looking at.

  • How to Create a Password for Telnet

    Telnet is a protocol that acts as a bridge between between your personal computer and remote computers, also known as "hosts." Using the TCP/IP network, telnet establishes a connection with the remote hosts from your computer to send data over the network. To create a new password or change an existing one for your telnet protocol, you must type the correct commands in the right order and format.

  • How to Lock My Time Warner Modem

    If you have Time Warner high-speed Internet access in your home it is provided via a modem that connects directly to your computer or a Wi-Fi router in order to provide Internet access. If you are leaving home for a bit or if you have other security concerns, there is a way to lock the modem so that it can't be used. This can be done right from Time Warner's customer service.

  • How to Open a Port in ZyXEL

    The ZyXEL router is touted by its makers as the "total Internet solution." The administrator of the network may need at some point to open ports on the ZyXEL router to allow software, such as torrent trackers, to have access to the network. In order to open a port on a ZyXEL (or any) router, you need to have the administrator user name and password for the administrative interface. The administrative interface is most often found at the IP address 192.168.1.1, though your network configuration may differ. Consult the router's user guide for the local IP address for your network…

  • What Are All the Black Swords in "AQW"?

    "AdventureQuest Worlds" is a browser-based, single-player role-playing game in which players customize their characters through quests, special classes and items. The Black Knight drops different blades, called black swords. Every time you see this enemy, he holds a different weapon that you may win. There are other black, shadow and dark blades you can win in the game.

  • How to Remove a Superuser on Facebook

    Facebook page superusers, also called "admins" or "administrators," have the power to create wall posts and make changes to the assigned Facebook page. If someone you assigned the superuser role to is no longer with your group or organization, consider revoking the person's privileges as an administrator. This prevents the person who is no longer affiliated with the organization from making changes to the page.

  • How to Access Your D-Link DI-624

    All the wireless routers in the D-Link "DI" series contain built-in setup menus used for configuring network settings. Network administrators have the ability to customize the settings to fit their specific setup, which can be convenient considering no setup is precisely the same. If you just got a D-Link "DI" series wireless router for your own network, you can access the router setup through your web browser.

  • How to Rename Ventrilo Server RCon

    The RCon feature on a Ventrilo server provides admins with a command-line interface. While there are many text-based commands that can be executed from within the RCon interface, to rename your server, you need to do this within the INI File. The INI File contains all of the server's settings and parameters. Once you have made changes to the INI File, confirm the server name change within the RCon window.

  • Reset Procedures for a DIR-625

    The D-Link DIR-625 Rangebooster N Router is a wired and wireless Ethernet/Wi-Fi router that allows you to network your home or small office computers as well as set up Wi-Fi Internet access in your home or office. It was officially discontinued on Sept. 1, 2010, in the United States, but new and refurbished units of this versatile networking device are still available from private sellers as of June 2011. In the event you lose your password or need to start your network again from scratch, it is very easy to reset your router with the reset button.

  • What Does SN Mean on Facebook?

    Facebook is a social networking site where users can share notes, pictures, links and status updates. A status update is a short note that tells people reading your Facebook what you're doing right now. Like other areas of online interaction, Facebook statuses often include net slang including abbreviations and acronyms.

  • How to Get a USC Email

    The University of Southern California is a top-ranking private research institute located in Los Angeles, California. Students attending USC are given a USC Web Mail email account through the university to send and receive emails as well as manage messages, mail folders and contacts. Email addresses are created using the student's name and end in @usc.edu.

  • Can You Lock the Screen on an iPad?

    The iPad offers a few options for locking your iPad screen. The default setting does what the iPad considers locking your screen, which means it goes into sleep mode and reveals the lock screen when you wake it back up. However, the default unlock is a simple finger swipe that anyone can perform, so it does not protect your data. For a better iPad screen lock, you can set a lock code that you must enter to pass the lock screen.

  • The Change Password Policy for Windows Vista

    Secure your computer by adjusting your Windows Vista password policy to prevent other users from accessing your computer. Password policies can be set to force you to change your password after a set amount of time. You can also determine the minimum length of your password and/or require the use of letters and numbers in your password.

  • How to Set Up VCU Email

    Virginia Commonwealth University was founded as the Medical College of Virginia in 1838 and was officially signed into independent existence in 1968. Like the school's name, the technology employed by VCU evolved over the years. Currently, every VCU student and faculty member gets his own VCU email address. VCU's email system is powered by Gmail, a component of the larger Google Apps; before you can use your VCU email, you need to complete the initial setup and you need your VCUCard, the official identification card of VCU.

  • What Happens If My Default Gateway Is Incorrect?

    A default gateway is necessary for almost any properly functioning Internet connection. Generally speaking, the default gateway is the address of the first router your computer sees on the way to the "cloud" that is the Internet. You should not tamper with the default gateway unless you know what you are doing.

  • How to Open TextEdit With Sudo

    Like Windows, Mac OS X categorizes users by administrative capabilities. An administrator can add and remove other user accounts, as well as choose what capabilities and permissions those accounts have. Occasionally, as a non-administrative user, you may not have access to a program such as TextEdit, but because Mac OS X runs on a form of the UNIX operating system, you can open TextEdit from the command line.

  • How to Log Into Netmail on Verizon

    Verizon Netmail is now called Verizon Webmail. Each user has access to an email account and can establish eight separate sub-accounts, with each sub-account possessing its own email address. To log into the Webmail page, you will need your Verizon Online username and password for the account or sub-account.

  • How to Install a ZyXEL X-550 Router

    Wireless routers such as the ZyXEL X-550 provide a greater level of mobility that wired networks lack, making them popular with both home and office environments. Setting up the ZyXEL X-550 router is made easier with the addition of an Internet connection and wireless security setup wizard. These wizards help make it easier to create strong wireless security and properly set up your wireless network connection, doing away with the need for tedious manual settings when installing your router for the first time.

  • How to Get Your AIM Unsuspended

    AIM is American Online's instant messenger program that allows you to chat with friends around the world in real time for free. If your account becomes suspended, you will not be able to log into the AIM service. Resetting your password or contacting AOL directly to reactivate your account are two of several ways to resolve the suspension.

  • How to Get Claymore in "AQW"

    In "Adventure Quest Worlds" ("AQW"), the Warrior Claymore is a large two-handed weapon of moderate power. You cannot purchase the claymore in stores; you can only find it as a random drop from a certain enemy in the "Marsh 2" or "BattleUnder" areas of the game. That enemy is the Undead Berserker --- a level 10 monster who, upon defeat, will randomly drop the Warrior Claymore.

  • How to Encrypt a MacBook Pro

    If you keep sensitive information on your MacBook Pro, you may want to encrypt the laptop to keep its files secure, in the event that it becomes lost or stolen. Every MacBook Pro comes with Apple's FileVault utility pre-installed. FileVault takes only a few steps to set up.

  • How to Reset a ZyXEL P-330W Wireless Router

    If you've changed the settings or password on your ZyXEL P-330W and can't get into the router, you can restore settings using the reset button on the back. Resetting the router will restore all the settings to factory defaults, including the login password. After you reset the router, you can log in and change the settings to whatever you prefer.

  • How to Setup an AOL Email Account

    AOL has been active as an Internet Service Provider and Web destination for many years, making the AOL.com domain name one of the world's most recognizable. Until recently, however, only paying AOL customers had the ability to create email addresses at the AOL.com domain. However, this option is now open to anyone who wants to create an account. Set your own AOL.com email address up at the AOL webmail site.

  • How to Get Your AIM Un-Suspended

    American Online (AOL) Instant Messenger, also known as AIM, is an instant message service that allows you to talk to friends around the world instantly. Anyone can sign up for this service, however your account can become suspended for several different reasons. A suspended account will prevent you from signing into AIM and accessing the messenger service in any way, rendering your account useless until the problem is resolved. Fortunately, there are several ways to un-suspend an account.

  • How to Change Chat on AQW

    AQW is a free MMO, or massive multi-player online game, that anyone with an AQW account can play. You must create your own AQW character to explore the 3-D world of AQW. Various chat servers are available to AQW members to chat with other AQW members. If you are on a chat server and you want to enter another one, you can change chat on AQW during gameplay.

  • How to Get on Uncanned Chat Servers in "AQW"

    "Adventure Quest Worlds" ("AQW") is a massive, multiplayer, online, role-playing game (MMORPG), allows you to create your own character you can use in the game to face other characters and monsters. In addition, you can play against your friends or family. "AQW" has different types of chat servers you can access. Uncanned chat servers allow you to chat without any restrictions and canned chat servers have restrictions. If you cannot tell which chat server is uncanned or canned, you must login to your AQW account to see which chat server you need to enter to get on uncanned chat servers.

  • How to Boost a magicJack Signal

    A magicJack is a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) device that allows you to place phone calls over broadband Internet service when the device is connected to a USB port on a computer. The magicJack comes with software that will allow the use of either a standard telephone or a "softphone," through the use of a headset and virtual keypad. A common phenomenon of the magicJack is the device can sometimes experience a drop-off in call quality, but there are ways to boost the signal on a magicJack.

  • How to Unlock the BIOS of a Packard Bell 4630

    The Packard Bell 4630 is a desktop computer that runs the Windows operating system. If the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) on your 4630 is locked, you can reset it by removing the battery from your computer's motherboard. When you remove the battery from the motherboard, all power to the BIOS chip is taken away. This resets the BIOS chip back to the default settings. Once the password has been removed from the BIOS, you will be able to access all of the BIOS settings with no hassle.

  • How to Disable WEP on a Router

    WEP, or Wired Equivalent Privacy, is a wireless network encryption technology that is supported by the vast majority of wireless routers on the market. WEP is gradually being replaced by the newer, more secure WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, encryption technology, but WEP is still used in many setups. If your wireless router supports WEP and currently has it enabled, you can disable it whenever you want; either to make you network unsecured or to enable WPA/WPA2 instead.

  • How to Change the Password in the Configuration of a Windstream Router

    Windstream has a group of routers in what they call the "SpeedStream" series that can be used for nearly any network situation. During the initial setup for Windstream routers, a user name and password are created which are then needed in order to log in to the router configuration menu. If you want to change the password for your Windstream router, this can be done in the configuration menu.

  • What Happens If I Don't Have a Default Gateway?

    The default gateway is part of the configuration of any PC connected to a wired or wireless network. In most configurations, the default gateway is provided by your local router and handles any traffic destined outside of your network.

  • How to Restart a PHP Webmin

    Webmin is a web-based system administration utility for Unix systems written in PHP. Webmin provides a graphical user interface to the setup parameters of many popular server and system software programs. Instead of editing configuration files by hand, Webmin provides a more intuitive way to configure and maintain these modules. Webmin runs as a server on Unix or Linux and to restart Webmin you simply need to restart the Webmin server.

  • How to Make a New User With Cmd

    The Windows operating system has a graphical user interface, or GUI, for almost every administrative function. GUI-based applications can become cumbersome when performing redundant tasks such as adding multiple users to a computer. You can add a new user to a computer on the command line with just a few keystrokes.

  • How Do I Password Protect My D-Link DIR-625 Wireless Signal?

    Setting up a new wireless Internet router can seem like a daunting task especially if you have heard from friends that you should set up security on the router to keep people from connecting to your network or using your Internet access for illegal purposes. The fact is that each wireless router applies security in two ways: the administrator password to the router and the security key that allows your computers to connect and to use the Internet connection. The D-Link DIR-625 has a simple interface for these security options.

  • I Need to Change the Password on NetGear

    Netgear routers are pieces of home networking equipment that can be protected by a password to prevent unauthorized access. All Netgear routers come with a default username and password, but if you keep this password on your Netgear router you may run into problems when someone uses the default login information to access your router. You can change the router information through the Netgear configuration panel.

  • How to Change the Password on My D-Link

    The password on your wireless router prevents unauthorized entry into the router's setup utility. This applies to those who have physical access to the computer and those who can connect via Wi-Fi, if your router is wireless. It is highly recommended that you change your router's password as soon as you get the router, since the default passwords for most routers are publicly available via the Internet.

  • How to Change WiFi Passwords Through D-link

    Adding a password to your wireless network is an excellent way to protect your connection and personal information. However, you may find that adding new devices to the network can be a difficult task if you are unable to remember the password you selected. You can reset the password on your D-Link router by logging into the control panel and making a few quick tweaks. Once finished, you should write down the password and put it in a safe place for future reference.

  • Zyxel 660 Modem Specs

    The Zyxel Prestige 660M-D1, or Zyxel 660 for short, is an Internet modem Zyxel Communications Corp. designed for both home and small business use. As a modem, the Zyxel 660 is responsible for modulating and demodulating data between the digital signals of a computer and the analog signals of a telephone line. Several specifications of the Zyxel 660 serve as examples of its design and performance capabilities.

  • How to Change the Administrator Password on a Netgear Router

    NETGEAR routers ship with a universal administrator password. This is common with most retail routers as it simplifies the overall support process. Once you have configured your router, it is a good idea to change the default password. Changing the administrator password will help to improved the security of your network. You can change the password on NETGEAR routers from within the administrative interface.

  • How to Make Your Mouse Silent

    When you use the Windows Operating System, you can customize your computer experience. Not only can you change the way your Windows appear, you can also customize how the system sounds. By default, your mouse makes a "clicking" sound when you click an item or navigate. If this sound is annoying, you can easily make your mouse silent.

  • How to Troubleshoot a Hacked AIM

    AIM is a free instant-messaging program created by AOL. AOL warns that there are a few different methods hackers may use to gain access to your AIM account. If you think your account is hacked, AOL recommends ensuring you've entered your screen name and password correctly. If so, they recommend testing your keyboard's connection and finally resetting your password. AOL provides a couple of different options to reset your AIM password.

  • How to Change Password in Ubuntu 9.04

    During the initial installation process for the Ubuntu operating system, you are asked to specify a user password in addition to a user name. This password helps protect your machine from people you don't want to grant that kind of access to. If you want to change your password in Ubuntu 9.04, you can do so using a utility built into the operating system's "System" menu.

  • How to Enable Change Password on OWA 2003

    Change Password is a feature in Microsoft Office Outlook Web Access that allows domain users to change their password when they are using Outlook Web Access (OWA). This feature is provided from within OWA and by Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS). When enabled, a user can use his/her web browser to change their domain password. You will need to access your registry settings to perform this task. Modifying or deleting an incorrect registry key can cause serious issues with your computer.

  • How to Reset the Password in an OWA 2007

    OWA stands for Outlook Web Access. It is a Web-based email client that allows you to check your Microsoft Exchange email from any remote location. All you need for OWA is a working Internet connection and a Web browser. Considering the fact that you may use external networks to connect to your Exchange mailbox, you should reset your OWA 2007 password frequently to keep your account secured from potential intruders or hackers.

  • How to Create a New Keychain

    Apple's Keychain is a secure, encrypted database of the passwords used throughout the operating system, such as those for networks and applications. When you set up your first user account on Mac OS X, a default keychain is automatically created and associated with that account, using the same login username and password. If you wish to create a second keychain, you can do so through the Keychain Access utility.

  • How to Get Rid of the "AQW Battle Bar"

    Adventure Quest Worlds is an online game that allows players to connect with other players through the Internet. The AQW Battle Bar is a toolbar you can install on your Web browser to help you navigate through the game. This toolbar also shows how much gold you have and how many friends are online. If you want to remove this toolbar from your computer, you can remove it through the "Programs and Features" option on your Windows 7 computer.

  • How to Check Magicjack Voicemail From a Computer

    Magic Jack is an external USB device that plugs into your computer, turning your computer into a virtual phone jack that you can use with a standard home telephone. If you don't have a telephone, or if you'd simply prefer to use your computer, you can use Magic Jack's on-screen dialer instead. The audio will play through your computer's speakers. The on-screen dialer also has Magic Jack's voice mail feature, which means you can access your voice mail using your computer, rather than your telephone.

  • How to Sync FoxMarks and Safari

    Xmarks (formerly FoxMarks) is a service for synchronizing your bookmarks across multiple browsers and computers. Xmarks offers extensions for Firefox and Google Chrome that run directly in the browser. For Safari, Xmarks offers a small Mac OS X application that sits in the menu bar and will periodically sync your Safari bookmarks with the Xmarks server. Setting up the initial sync is fairly simple, though you will have to decide how you want Xmarks to handle the currently stored data.

  • How Do I Log Onto iNotes?

    IBM Lotus iNotes is a web-based application designed to provide online services similar to those offered on an IBM Lotus Notes client machine. The application was formerly known as IBN Lotus Domino Web Access. By logging on to iNotes, you can access your email, add calendar entries, prepare to-do lists and perform a variety of other tasks.

  • How to Disable the Mouse Sound on a PC

    If the sound your computer mouse puts out through your speakers disturbs you or those around you, you can disable it from the Sound dialog box in Windows. This sound can be distracting, especially if you are working heavily with your mouse rather than your keyboard. Instead of turning your sound off entirely, shutting off one Windows property will let you work or play without distraction. Typically this only occurs when using Internet Explorer or clicking on files and folders in Windows Explorer.

  • How to Reset the SA Password for SQL Server 2008

    Microsoft SQL Server is an enterprise-level relational database. SQL Server is managed using the SQL Server Management Studio application. In Microsoft SQL Server 2008, as with all versions of SQL Server, the "sa" account is the Server Authentication account. SQL Server may be configured to authenticate with the "sa" account or with Windows Authentication. To reset the "sa" password for SQL Server 2008, use the Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio and edit the properties of the "sa" account.

  • How to Lock My Time Warner Internet

    As a Time Warner Internet subscriber, you can choose to lock your Internet connection by using a "Road Runner password." The password can be reset by using the "Password Reset Tool" via a Web interface. Locking your Internet connection protects your network and prevents unauthorized users from accessing your files or hacking into your system. Note that you will need administrative rights to reset the password and lock your connection.

  • How to Delete a Garena Account

    Garena is a Singapore-based publishing company. Garena's website hosts and promotes a number of global games. The company also hosts online tournaments and gaming leagues. Players must create an account to play Garena's games. However, you cannot easily delete your account if you no longer wish to play. You can purchase a "Name Changer" if you wish to modify your account. Accounts that are inactive for over six months are automatically deleted.

  • How to Get Voicemail on MagicJack

    MagicJack is a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) device that connects to your computer via a USB port. VoIP technology allows you to make and receive phone calls over broadband Internet service. Caller ID, call forwarding, call waiting and voice mail are all included as standard features of the MagicJack device. To get voice mail on MagicJack, you first need to install, set up and register the device. Once that is done you can call your MagicJack number to set up your voice mail service.

  • What Is BT Yahoo?

    "BT Yahoo!" is the result of a partnership between BT -- short for British Telecommunications -- and the Yahoo! search engine. BT is one of the largest Internet service providers in the United Kingdom, while Yahoo! is the second-largest search engine in the world, behind Google. The two companies combine to offer subscribers a range of services and applications typically available only to premium subscribers in the United States.

  • How to Change Your AIM Password When it Says Incorrect Username & Password

    AOL provides a free online instant messenger service called AIM. This program allows users to send free text messages to each other. Each user has a free account, which is secured with a password and username. If the password is ever compromised or forgotten, there is a link provided to reset it.

  • How to Change the Password on a Dell Wireless 3300 Printer Adapter

    The Dell Wireless 3300 printer adapter allows you to use your printer without wires, which is useful if you wish to connect one printer to several machines. Upon setup, you will be prompted for the wireless network name and password. If you wish to change your network's password, you will also have to change the password for the printer adapter to connect properly. This can actually be done through your computer, so you won't even have to touch your printer to change the password.

  • How to Reset the Password on an iBook PowerPC 750

    Protect your computer by changing your administrator password regularly. Setting up an administrator account on your iBook prevents malicious users and thieves from accessing your personal information and files. This brings you peace of mind every time you sign into your account. Resetting the password only takes a few minutes.

  • How to Add a Superuser

    IBM's SAN Volume Controller application is a virtual server useful for IT data storage. It monitors access via various accounts. The most common account is the user account, but for maximum privileges, you need a superuser account. Each purchase of SAN Volume Controller comes loaded with one, but you can add more as needed.

  • How to Change My Password on the USPS Website

    When used online, the function of a password is to protect your personal information and identity. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) allows users to create an account online, which requires a password. This enables you to enter your personal information without fear of providing it to criminals. On occasion, you might need to change your password. Users often change passwords because they forgot the password or because their personal account was compromised. If you need to change your USPS password, you need an email address and only a few minutes.

  • How to Change the MSN Password Now

    Many websites and programs make changing your password a straightforward task. Unfortunately, MSN is not one of these. You cannot simply go to MSN.com, click on a "Change Password" link and then follow the prompts to change your password. If you are concerned about your online privacy and security, however, don't worry -- it is possible to change your MSN password. Once you go to the correct website, the process is fairly simple.

  • How to Change a Password to BIOS if You Don't Know It

    The basic input-output system stored on the motherboard of your computer tells the computer how to communicate with its hardware. Sometimes access to the BIOS is protected by a password. If you forget this password you will not have access to the BIOS or be allowed to make changes. Follow some key steps to reset the password and once again gain access to the BIOS on your computer. Resetting the password is easy.

  • How to Reboot Webmin

    Webmin is a Web-based system configuration tool for Unix-based systems. With Webmin, you can configure user settings, disk quotas, services or configuration files. You may also modify and control open-source apps via Webmin. If your Webmin tool stops to respond to your commands, you may want to reboot it in order to get it back to a working state. Note that you may require administrative rights to complete this task.

  • How to Change the Password for WordPress Users

    WordPress allows anyone to create a blog. Some people are even able to use this site to earn money through their blog. When you register with WordPress, it assigns you a password for your account. You can, however, change your password to something that is easier for you to remember.

  • How to Change the Password on Airlink 101

    Entering your administrator username and password before you make changes to your Airlink 101 ensures that only authorized people have access to your router's firmware. These credentials keep your router safe from unauthorized access within your local area network or over the Internet. It is recommended that you change your password as soon as your router is configured and running properly. For security reasons, you must know the existing router password before making any changes.

  • How to Change the USC Password

    The University of Southern California assigns all students a user ID and password. This login information gives access to many of the important USC sites and programs, such as Blackboard, school email and the grading roster system. Students may need to change their password and can perform this action through the USC website.

  • How to Get a Password for Ubuntu

    The Ubuntu Linux operating system operates on a permission-based and multi-user framework. This means that every Ubuntu user has his own home directory, which contains files readable only by him and administrators on the system. Ubuntu uses passwords to authenticate each of these users to their accounts. You can get a new password on your Ubuntu account without asking the administrator for permission, because users are permitted to change their own passwords. Ubuntu passwords can be set using the built-in password change dialog.

  • How to Change Your Password on Mabinogi

    Mabinogi is an online, multiplayer role-playing game that allows users to create human, elf and giant characters in a fantasy world. Players can then control their characters and make them do various things. Mabinogi is operated by Nexon, an interactive entertainment software company. To play on Mobinogi, users have to sign up for a free Nexon Passport ID. They can then change their password in their account information page.

  • How to Change an Answerbag Password

    Answerbag is a website from Demand Media, Inc. which allows users to both ask and answer questions on a wide range of topics. To ask or answer questions, users need a valid user name and password. Answerbag does not provide users with an option which allows them to simply change their password to a new one. However, it is possible to change your password by using a workaround.

  • How to Block a Website With My D-Link DIR 655 on a Computer

    Your D-Link DIR-655 wireless router has the ability to prevent access to any website that you choose. You can use this feature, for example, in a home to prevent your children from viewing questionable content online or from engaging in chats on social networking sites that you can't monitor. Although parental control software is available for this purpose, most software of this type isn't free. If you have a specific website that you don't want the members of your household to visit, enter this website in your D-Link DIR-655's configuration page to block it.

  • How to Change a Password in MSN Live

    MSN Live, also known as Windows Live, is a suite of online applications developed by Microsoft. Windows Live applications include Hotmail, Writer, Messenger and Photo Gallery. One of the features of Windows Live is the ability to use a single user ID and password to access all of the applications. You can change this Windows Live password at any time by resetting the password.

  • How to Change a Password Remotely

    By using Remote Desktop Connection, you can access other computers in your network remotely. This allows you to monitor the computers in your network with greater efficacy. If one of the computers in your network does not have a password, you will need to create a password for it to prevent unauthorized access from infiltrators.

  • How Can I Change My Yahoo IM Password?

    Changing your Yahoo! Messenger password is a good idea when you believe your account security may have been compromised. For maximum protection, change your password on a regular basis and choose a strong password that has a mix of upper and lower case letters and numbers. Your new password will be valid for all Yahoo! services you access with that user name.

  • How to Get Superuser Rights

    The superuser in UNIX-based operating systems is a user account capable of just about anything. The superuser, usually named "root," can modify, move or delete any and all files, and has the rights to access to all programs and resources. With great power, however, as Stan Lee's Spider-Man famously stated, there must also come great responsibility. It's easy for the root account to damage or destroy the system, even by accident. Fortunately, ordinary users can harness the power of the superuser in safe doses by means of a specialized command known as "sudo."

  • How to Change or Delete My Password for Vista

    Windows Vista can accommodate multiple user accounts to personalize the experience of each person who uses the computer. A user account saves desktop settings and documents. Each account in Vista can have a different password assigned to it to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing it. This password can be changed or removed at any time.

  • How to Change the Password on HuskyMail

    HuskyMail is a free email service offered to students attending the University of Connecticut. After Connecticut students are accepted and admitted, they are given a NetID user name and password. It is this user name and password that must be entered when logging into a HuskyMail account. The University of Connecticut recommends that when changing your NetID password, you change it to something that's secure, yet simple to remember. You must also conform to certain rules when creating a password; these can be found on the "Change Password" page.

  • How to Change Your WordPress Database Password

    WordPress protects the contents of your MySQL database with your account's administrative password. As with the other WordPress settings, you can configure your administrative account through your website's Admin Panel. Any changes made to your WordPress administrative profile's password corresponds to the password needed for accessing your site's database.

  • How to Change Your Password for ThunderBird 3.1

    Mozilla Thunderbird 3.1 allows you to easily change your password. The Thunderbird email application has a master password option that you can use to secure your account from other users on your computer. Once set, other users will not be able access the passwords stored in Thunderbird or log on to your online account. However, they will still be able to read the emails stored locally on your computer.

  • How to Find Out What Version of AIM Is on My Machine

    America Online's Instant Messaging (AIM) program has been in use since the mid-1990s. AIM continues to serve its original purpose of relaying text messages between users. However, the features that AOL incorporates into AIM are constantly evolving and include video, voice and social networking functionality as of April 2011. Before you can explore these extra services and features, your computer needs to have the appropriate version of the software installed on the operating system. For your convenience, AOL puts version information just a few clicks away inside the AIM application.

  • How to Change a Windows Messenger Password

    The Windows Messenger software was pretty much left by the wayside after the release of the updated Windows Live Messenger, but the program won't just quietly fade away -- it came installed on millions of Windows XP machines. While Windows Messenger doesn't offer the full-fledged multi-service integration featured by Windows Live, the email addresses used to access Windows Messenger are created as Windows Live accounts. If you ever need to change your Windows Messenger password, you need to change your Windows Live password.

  • How to Change a Password Number

    Security experts suggest that computer users regularly change the passwords they use to log into computer systems and websites. If you use the same password for all your accounts and logins, anybody who gets a hold of it could gain access to your private data and accounts. Most computer applications and Web-based services allow users to change their passwords easily, even if they've forgotten their current passwords.

  • How to Change a Password in AIM Express

    AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) Express allows you to communicate with family and friends over the Internet using instant text messages. To protect your account, AIM Express requires you to enter your password before logging in. Every now and then you should change your password to keep your account secure; this decreases the possibility that an unauthorized user will be able to hack into your account. Changing your AIM Express password is a quick process.

  • How to Change Your Password on Adventure Quest

    Adventure Quest is an online role-playing game in which players fight monsters and other enemies in the hopes of obtaining points and developing their online character. The game requires a user name and password from each player before she is able to join the Adventure Quest world. It's good practice to change your password on a regular basis so your private information is secure.

  • How to Find a Friend in AQW

    AdventureQuest Worlds, or AQW, is a free browser-based, role-playing game. You play AQW with other gamers, whether they are friends you know or new friends you meet inside the game. Since AQW is a large place with many different areas, you may have difficulty finding your friends. By opening your friends list, the location of each friend will be listed, allowing you to travel to where they are.

  • How to Change the Admin Password in WordPress

    WordPress is a blogging interface that simplifies the process of creating and maintaining your own blog. You can operate a blog for free on the basic WordPress website, or you can upload the WordPress interface to your own Web host and domain. Regardless of your usage of the service, you will need to protect your blog interface with a password. The administrator password can be changed any time you are logged in as the administrator, whether you need to transfer the site permissions to someone else or simply refresh an outdated or compromised password.

  • How to Change My AIM Password & Email It to Me

    If you have not used your AOL Instant Messenger, or AIM, account for a long time, you may find upon attempting to sign in that you have forgotten your password. When you created your AIM account, you provided an email address to AOL. If you still have access to that email address, you can use it to change your AIM password via AOL's online password reset website.

  • How to Reset a PowerShell Password in Exchange

    PowerShell is a command-line interface that is integrated with .NET framework. You may use PowerShell to perform various administrative tasks on your Microsoft Exchange server and to change a password. This may be useful if the security and protection on your server have been compromised. It may also be a good idea to change your PowerShell password to ensure maximum security on your Exchange server. You will need administrative rights to complete this task.

  • How to Find My Version of Wordpress

    WordPress -- the free management engine for websites and blogs -- has a nearly unlimited potential for expansion via downloadable plugins. However, there are many versions of WordPress, and plugin developers cannot always test their software with each version of WordPress that exists. For this reason, when you view plugins at the WordPress website, the side of the screen displays the WordPress versions that the plugin is compatible with. Before downloading and installing a plugin, check your version of WordPress to confirm that the plugin will function properly.

  • How to Get Rid of the Blizzard Mobile Authenticator

    "World of Warcraft" is an online game by Blizzard with over 12 million subscribers. Because there are so many subscribers, hacking is abundant, leading Blizzard to create a device for extra security called an authenticator. This comes in a couple of forms, including a mobile authenticator that requires you to download an application to your iPhone. If you want to remove the mobile authenticator from your Battle.net account, it will only take a couple of minutes.

  • How to Check Reps in AQW

    "AdventureQuest Worlds," or "AQW," is a free multiplayer game. AQW features groups you can do quests for, such as the dwarves. Each quest you complete for a faction successfully raises your reputation with that group. With higher reputations come better quests and quest rewards. You can check on the status of each reputation through the AdventureQuest Worlds game screen once you have logged into the game.

  • How to Recover Your Password on WordPress

    Hackers are aware that you can log in to most WordPress websites by adding the phrase "wp-admin" to the end of the domain name. Therefore, the best way to protect your website is to make the administrator password as complex as possible. Unfortunately, this creates the possibility that you might forget your own WordPress password. If you have forgotten your WordPress password, use the password reset feature to select a new password.

  • How to Change a BT4 Password

    Broadband Talk 4, or BT4, offers a telephone and Internet service. Once you order your service, you will set up an account with a password. At a later time, you may wish to change your password. You follow a similar set of steps as any other service for changing your password. You can follow these steps in order to modify your password. Upon completion, your old password will no longer work and you will need to enter your new password to access your account.

  • How to Go to Cyclops Lane in Wizard 101

    "Wizard101" is a free multiplayer online role playing game played in a web browser. While most of "Wizard101" is free, some areas, dubbed premium areas, cost money to access. Cyclops Lane is one of these premium areas, and it costs 750 crowns to get it. Once the premium area is purchased, it is accessible by any character on the account. There are two ways to purchase access to premium areas in "Wizard101" -- crowns or through a membership.

  • How to Reset Your 2009 WordPress Password

    WordPress is a popular blogging platform that lets you create a Web page quickly and easily. Once the Web page or blog is set up, you can write and post about nearly anything. WordPress gives you the freedom to have your voice in the Internet community. If you feel your Wordpress password has been stolen or compromised, it is essential that you reset it. Resetting the password is done by accessing the Users account in the WordPress Dashboard.

  • How to Set a Password Group Policy

    Implementing group policy password settings is one way to enhance the security of a computer or network of computers. Among other things, group policy password settings can force users to create strong passwords, which are more difficult to hack; change their passwords regularly; and create unique, never-used-before passwords whenever a password is reset. To put such policies in place you have to have access to an account on the local computer or domain controller that has administrator rights.

  • How to Access the CMOS and BIOS?

    The CMOS is a computer chip that is located on your motherboard. The most important function of the CMOS is that it holds the BIOS. The BIOS is the very small and basic operating system your main operating system uses to interpret how to use the hardware in your computer. Most BIOS systems are correctly configured, but sometimes hardware changes require BIOS changes or BIOS upgrades.

  • How to Change the Password in Your WordPress Blogs

    WordPress is a free application that helps to open up the word of Web development to those with no programming experience. After you install it on your server, you can add content to your website using an interface that looks similar to a word processing program. WordPress protects your content with a login page that requires a password. If anyone steals this password, they can access, change and remove your content. Therefore, it is a good practice to change your WordPress password periodically.

  • Pros & Cons of Setting a BIOS Password

    On every computer there is a Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). The BIOS is stored in the complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) chip with other information specific to the computer. The BIOS has several important functions, including providing the microprocessor its first instructions upon turning on the computer, performing the power-on self-test (POST), and the boot-time startup password.

  • How to Add a User to Webmin Via Command Line

    If you're using Webmin to control your and administrate your Unix-based server, then you'll eventually need to know how to add new users. Webmin is primarily developed for administrating Web-based servers and has a number of Web applications pre-installed to its operation. If you're connected to Webmin via your Terminal, then you'll need to learn how to add users using the command line. This involves invoking typical Unix commands and then associating that user account with Webmin.

  • How to Figure Out a Password on a Computer

    Passwords are sequences of characters you select to protect accounts for websites and, if you choose, your computer as a whole. The password you choose--and whether you choose different passwords for different purposes or use the same one at all times--depends upon several factors, but is usually one you remember easily, but is hard for others to guess. If you forget your own password, attempt to figure it out using any of several methods.

  • Wizard 101: How to Change Your Password

    "Wizard101" is a free role playing game primarily for children. You will assume the role of a young Wizard attending the Ravenwood School of Magical Arts as you learn magic, gain items and fight evil. If you have forgotten your "Wizard101" password, or need to change it, you must do so from the "Wizard101" website.

  • How to Change Sysdba's Password in Firebird

    The Firebird server program allows you to create, host and connect a database located on a network or a client computer. It comes with a Gsec command-line management tool. The Gsec utility gives the database administrators the ability to change a password of the database system. The Firebird Sysdba (system database administrator) account is created automatically during the installation procedure. The default password for the Sysdba account is "masterkey." You need to use Gsec user option in order to change Sysdba's password in the Firebird server program.

  • How to Remove the Ratio Lock in BIOS

    The ratio lock on your Basic Input/Output System controls the voltage frequency going to the CPU. With the lock in place, the user cannot increase or decrease the speed of the CPU inside the computer system. Unlocking the ratio lock allows the user to control the voltage frequency of the CPU and increase or decrease the performance ratio. You don't have to be a computer engineer to remove the lock. You can do it yourself.

  • How to Reset the Password in Powershell

    Microsoft Windows PowerShell is a command line shell, similar to the Microsoft Windows command prompt and MS-DOS. It is known as a task automation framework in which administrators can perform a number of administrative functions, such as changing passwords. Changing a password in PowerShell requires you to enter a complex command. It is very important that you type the precise command, otherwise the command will fail and an error will be returned.

  • How to Enforce Password History in Group Policy Editor

    Computer administrators can use the Group Policy Editor to deploy all types of general policy settings. When the "Enforce password history" policy setting is enabled, Windows keeps a record of a specified number of prior user account passwords. When users change their account password, they are prohibited from re-using any of the passwords still in the Windows memory. This policy helps to enhance computer security. By default, the "Enforce password history" policy is set to "0," which means no prior passwords are remembered. To enable the "Enforce password history" policy, the setting has to be a value greater than 0.

  • How to Reset the Password for iLO 2

    HP Integrated Lights-Out 2, more commonly known as iLO 2, is embedded server management software from Hewlett-Packard. It's the main out-of-band management tool from HP. If a password has been lost or compromised for any reason, it is very easy to reset it.

  • How to Change Your Password on "AQW"

    "Adventure Quest Worlds" is a free online role playing game played in your Internet browser. Designed primarily for children, "AQWorlds," or "AQW," allows you to collect weapons and armor, fight monsters and complete quests with your friends and other people met online. Account security is important, as you do not want to lose all of your hard work. Changing your password frequently will help secure your account and can be done from the "AQW" website.

  • How to Change an Account Password on Rediff.com

    Rediff.com is a site based in India that offers news and entertainment information as well as a webmail account. It is similar in concept to American sites like Google or Yahoo! in that it allows users to create their own accounts and personalize the information on the main Rediff page. As with Google or Yahoo!, you can change your account password at anytime.

  • How to Recover a Password From the BIOS of a Packard Bell

    The Basic Input Output System, or BIOS, on your Packard Bell computer is used as the framework for the system. The BIOS runs even after you shut down your computer. This system is powered by a small battery in order to keep your date and time settings current when the computer is not on. Resetting the password to your BIOS is a lot easier than trying to recover the password. By removing the BIOS battery, the password will reset.

  • How to Reset a Tight VNC Password Remotely

    TightVNC is software used to remotely administer computers on a local network. The software has a local utility that lets you control the settings, including the software's password. The TightVNC password is the value required before a user can log in to the computer remotely. After you log in from your remote computer, you may change the password for the utility.

  • How to Use Voice Mail With MagicJack

    MagicJack is a small device that connects to both a computer's USB port and a standard home phone. With the device connected, you can make phone calls using the Internet for a fixed yearly fee. Voice mail is a feature that comes with the magicJack service. All voice mail messages are stored in your magicJack online account. The computer doesn't have to be on for callers to leave a message, but it must be on to access the messages.

  • How to Set Up a Password for BIOS

    Accessing the BIOS on a computer can allow a person to tamper with most aspects of that computer. Therefore, the BIOS on most motherboards has an option to set up a password to protect it from unauthorized use. Creating a BIOS password in addition to an operating system password can be useful, especially if you have sensitive data that you want to protect.

  • How to Change My MSN Live Messenger Password

    Windows Live is the new name for Microsoft's MSN suite of online services. Windows Live Messenger is the suite's instant messaging application. You can change the password for your Messenger application by changing or resetting your Windows Live ID password. To change your Windows Live ID password, log on to your Windows Live ID account and access the account settings menu.

  • Windows Cannot Remove the Password and/or Account Policies

    In Windows, users can choose to turn passwords on or off by default. However, if Windows is telling you that it cannot remove your password, then it is probably because a computer administrator has set a policy to require passwords.

  • Can TSM Backup Removable Drives?

    As computer networks grow in size with more work stations, so does the need for reliable data storage and backup. TSM offers data backup services for a variety of different storage devices.

  • How to Use PickUp ListChecker

    Online multiplayer games are often hosted by a gaming service, such as the Battle.net network. Players of the popular games on the Battle.net might experience slow response and delays during game sessions. The Pickup Listchecker program helps to host games on Battle.net with a substantial improvement in response time and helps eliminate delays. By having faster access to the Battle.net service, you will be able to advance your game skills.

  • How to Configure Struts & Configure XML

    If you plan to implement a lot of Java applets on your web server and need a developing working environment, then you will likely use Apache Struts. Apache Struts is an application framework that installs onto the Apache web server. The Apache web server naturally has XML installed and configured and so will not require any additional work. Once Struts is installed, you configure each new application that you install to it, rather than the environment itself. The configurations per application utilize the various functions of Struts.

  • How to Connect to an ILO Port

    Establishing a connection to your HP Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) server allows you to use advanced features across your network. You can boot a remote server to a storage medium from any location within your network's range. After successfully connecting to your iLO's port, you can configure the server's settings in a way that suits your needs. Remember, your iLO runs its own operating system.

  • How to Call DB2 Stored Procedures in Visual Basic 6.0 Applications

    ADO stands for ActiveX Data Objects. ADO was introduced with VB 6.0 and can be used in VB 6.0 by adding the control to the project or by adding the ADO library to the project. The ADO control can be placed directly on a form. The ADO library provides a bit more control over how the data is accessed. You will need to add the data objects library to your VB project that uses stored procedures.

  • Net ID Office 2007 Issues

    Net ID Office 2007 is a user id/password utility program that provides access to Microsoft Office 2007 applications by creating an email address as a unique identifier. The utility program creates a "global" user id and password for all Office 2007 programs and applications that allows a user to access these applications without having to create a different user id and password for access to Office 2007 and Windows Live (Virtual Internet office program with MSN.com and Hotmail). The NetID program is also referred to as Windows Live ID or Microsoft Passport Network.

  • How to Write on an Electronic Weekly Organizer

    Keeping a weekly schedule organizes the day and week to accomplish goals and stay on track with work, school, study or any other projects in life. With a busy schedule, it can make the difference between forgetting important events and getting to events early and prepared. An electronic weekly organizer is a program downloaded to either a computer or a mobile device like a smart phone.

  • How to Convert WEP Wireless

    Wireless networks left unsecured are vulnerable to hacking and unauthorized usage. If you have a secured wireless network, it is using one of two security methods: WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) or WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). WPA is the more secure method. If your network is secured with WEP, you may want to consider converting to WPA for better security.

  • How to Configure a Zyxel NBG318S

    The Zyxel NBG318S series Super G wireless home AV router allows computers and laptops within its range to connect to the Internet wirelessly. Computers are also able to connect to the router using a hard connection with an Ethernet cable. After acquiring your router, you might have questions about how to set it up and program it to work wirelessly in your environment. Fortunately, configuring your Zyxel NMG318S is not difficult and only requires a few minutes to complete.

  • How to Change a VPN Password on ASA

    Cisco's ASA VPN (Virtual Private Network) series provides a hub from which large companies can run their VPN services. This lets users access proprietary servers, files and websites while away from the workplace. Because a VPN can be accessed from anywhere, it becomes more vulnerable to password theft. Changing your VPN password on the Cisco ASA is simple.

  • How to Change an iLO Port

    The Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) port on an HP server is a remote management port that allows the server to be remotely started up and shut down, and allows a network administrator to run diagnostics tools. The iLO port connects to the network using a standard networking cable and is accessed via a static Internet Protocol (IP) address from a web browser. To change settings for the iLO port, including changing the IP address, you'll need to access the server during the power-on self-test (POST) that occurs when the system is starting up.

  • How to Change an Ad Password Via the Web

    AD stands for Active Directory. It is a directory service developed by Microsoft that offers you a wide range of network services, including protocol management, authentication, DNS-based naming and data access. AD typically requires an administrative password. With an active Internet connection, you can change the password. Note that you will need administrative credentials to perform this task.

  • How to Change an IUSR Account

    The "IUSR" account is a built-in profile used on Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) Web host servers. When a reader accesses your website, the IUSR account is used to read the files. The built-in account is a part of integrated Windows security for websites. You can change the IUSR account to another profile in IIS Manager. This means that anonymous access to your websites uses the new profile.

  • The ILO MP3 Player Is Not Recognized in My Computer

    The ILO MP3 player is an older model that's known for having firmware problems. Firmware is the software on the player that runs the device. If your ILO MP3 player's firmware is corrupted, this could prevent your computer from recognizing the player when you connect it. Fix this problem by reinstalling the firmware from the ILO installation CD.

  • How to Configure a SQL Express Grant Sysadmin

    If your SQL Server Express does not have the Enterprise Manager, a GUI for performing major administrative tasks, you will have to perform advanced tasks like granting permissions and adding roles using system stored procedures. Therefore, you must have knowledge of server administration, Transact-SQL and basic server mechanism. Ideally, the person who installs SQL Server Express and/or creates the databases must also grant privileges to users. There are server-wide logins, which are common across all databases on site, and users for each database. The user is then tied to a login. Each login has a default database. Sysadmin is a…

  • How to Change My Google Email Password

    Google email, more commonly referred to as "Gmail," is a free email service that does not require a software download. Changing your Gmail sign-in password at least a few times a year is recommended in order to ensure your password is not compromised. You should also immediately change your Gmail password if you are concerned that somebody has learned the password, hacked into your Gmail account or you are having difficulty remembering the current password.

  • How to Configure Struts with Tomcat

    Struts is a PHP Web programming framework that allows developers to create applications that make use of a number of programming paradigms used in modern Web development. These paradigms include Asynchronous JavaScript and XML, or AJAX, Representational State Transfer and Model-View-Controller Development. You can configure Struts to operate on the Tomcat Web server by specifying its configuration in a pragma string.

  • How to Change a Name on HFBoards

    HFBoards.com is a large online hockey discussion forum that covers the NHL and other hockey leagues. The forum consists of threads that are categorized into the following headings: "Latest News from Hockey's Future," "General Hockey Discussion," "Fantasy Hockey Talk," "NHL Eastern Conference," "NHL Western Conference," "Other Leagues" and "Hockey Talk by Country." The forum has over 730,000 threads, almost 30 million posts and approximately 83,000 members. There may be times when a member wants to change his username.

  • How to Change a Conquer Online Password

    Conquer Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). This game was developed by TQ Digital Entertainment (a subsidiary of NetDragon Websoft Incorporated). In terms of the expositions of the game, it is a 2D & 3D game that is based on ancient China. It is free to register and play; users are required to download a separate Windows-based program in order to play the game. It has amassed over 10 million registered users since its inception in 2003.

  • How to Change an FTP Port for a Popcorn Hour

    If you use the Popcorn Hour Networked Media Jukebox digital media servers,you may, for ease, want to connect to the server via file transfer protocol (FTP). FTP is a quick way to access files and folders on a server location. If you are connecting via FTP using Windows, you may find that you need to change the port. This is necessary when the port has been set to something other than 21. The port to connect to Popcorn Hour servers is "21." You can set up a new FTP connection using the network drive mapping.

  • How to Reset HP ILO From Windows

    The Hewlett Packard ILO (Integrated Lights Out) tool lets a network administrator connect to a remote Windows Server system. This process enables the administrator to perform troubleshooting and problem fixing as if the server were connected locally. If the password of the account used for connectivity becomes corrupt, it can be reset from within the Windows interface.

  • How to Log On to iLO

    integrated Lights-Out (iLO) is a remote-management processor in many HP ProLiant servers. It aids IT professionals in obtaining control of the server from remote sites. Once they connect to the server through iLO, they have the access to setup, group configuration, power on/off, Secure Socket Layer (SSL) security, detailed server status, virtual indicators and diagnostics.

  • How to Link WOW Accounts

    "World of Warcraft" offers you the opportunity to get your friends or family to play with you by providing account linking. By linking accounts, the referrer will able to receive free game time and a bonus in-game vehicle both players can ride on; the recipient will receive bonus experience points when playing with the referrer. As an additional bonus, the two linked accounts will be able to warp to each other's position instantly.

  • How to Change the Password on My SpeedTouch

    Passwords are one method for preventing other users from accessing your wireless network, which can help keep your information secure and prevent other users from reducing your bandwidth, which decreases the speed with which you can use internet services. In order to maximize the effectiveness of passwords, they need to be updated regularly. If you are using a SpeedTouch 5x6, 585 or 780WL router, changing your password is fairly simple.

  • How to Change Your AOL Password When You Don't Know Your Account Information

    Signing into an existing AOL account lets users have access to features including its email service. If you cannot remember your account information necessary to log on, reset your password by providing either your user name, email address or correctly answering additional security questions.

  • How to Change the Password on an AT-8350GB Switch

    The Allied Telesis AT-8350GB is a fast Ethernet switch. The switch features 48 10/100 Ethernet ports and two 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports for speedy networking. Certain security features can only be configured by connecting the switch directly to a terminal using an RS-232 cable. Fortunately, any computer with an RS-232 port and a terminal emulator can configure these features. Changing the switch's username or login password requires a direct connection to the switch and the previous username and password.

  • How to Reset a Nortel 350 Switch Password

    The Nortel 350 switch is an end-of-life switch; this means it is no longer supported by the company. However, many of these switches are still sold to small offices or to consumers who want to set up computer server networks of up to 24 terminal computers. The Nortel 350 is a reliable 24-port switch which allows for faster throughputs and high- speed uplink options through its 10/100 network ports. Unfortunately, some Nortel 350 switches come with preset passwords that need to be reset so the switch can be used on the network.

  • How to Change Your POP3 Password

    Post Office Protocol version 3, POP3, is a protocol used by email providers. Email is provided by Web hosts and Internet Service Providers. Once the password has been changed from the provider's interface, it also needs to be synchronized from your computer's email program. Changing passwords for the most widely used providers is a relatively simple process, requiring just a few steps.

  • How to Get a Cisco Password Decryption Algorithm

    There are two encryption methods that Cisco uses, type 7 and type 5. Type 7 encryption, uses a Cisco proprietary weak encryption algorithm, whereas, type 5, uses the MD5 encryption algorithm. For example, the enable password 7 03223B2A15177B4F4007 with encrypted text used a type 7 encryption as you can tell by the 7 before the encrypted text. The enable secret password starting with 5 $1$B8pH$PnncMRbqfaEtR7YxM075B0 is an MD5 type 5 encrypted password.

  • How to Find Out a Password on AIM

    The AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) is a free instant-messaging platform offered by AOL. To log on to AIM, you need to enter your AIM user name and password. If you forget your password, AOL offers a password-reset tool. The password-reset tool verifies your identity by asking a series of questions. After successfully verifying your identity, the password-reset tool allows you to create a new password for your AIM account.

  • How to Change the SYSMAN Password

    Oracle databases use different user types in order to distinguish between which permissions and views each user has. The SYSMAN user is a super admin user. SYSMAN users as Enterprise Managers can moderate or oversee the entire database and moderate the creation and maintenance of other admin accounts for the database. Changing the SYSMAN password is not as simple as changing other Oracle passwords because without a working SYSMAN password, the database will not function correctly.

  • How to Change a Password in Roundcube Qmail

    Roundcube Qmail is a webmail program that lets users compose messages, provides an interface for users to quickly navigate to a variety of services and uses the Ajax technology to quickly refresh incoming messages in a user's email inbox. Roundcube is open source and free software.

  • How to Activate 3G on an MTN

    The MTN company is an Internet service provider in South Africa that provides high-speed Internet connections to customers in a variety of ways. One of the methods of connecting to the Internet that this company offers is a connection to the 3G wireless network, allowing you to connect to the Internet anywhere with your laptop or mobile device. By connecting your 3G modem and SIM card to your computer, you will be downloading data from a 3G connection soon.

  • How to Synchronize My Windows Password When Using VPN

    There are two scenarios that could apply to password synchronization between a remote computer and a corporate network via a virtual private network, or VPN connection. The first scenario is where your computer was issued to you by the information technology department of your company and it was configured with a domain user account. In this scenario, your passwords were synchronized for a period of time after you received your unit, but for reasons of network policies or administrative changes, the passwords are no longer the same. If this scenario describes your situation, there is a simple solution. The second…

  • How to Change a Port 21 From Telnet to FTP

    Telnet and FTP are two types of Internet Protocols that control how data is transferred online (HTTP is the protocol most familiar to the average user). For Internet Service Providers (ISPs), Port 21 is usually the default port for FTP connections. If the port is in use by telnet though, this could cause problems connecting it to FTP. Changing Port 21 to FTP is relatively simple.

  • How to Navigate Beyond the Zyxel Configuration Screen

    Like every Internet Service Provider, you will need to set up your Zyxel router before you can use the Internet. Your service technician can set this up upon installation, though you also have the choice of performing a home installation. To navigate beyond the Zyxel configuration screen, you will need to input the right information to complete the setup of your router.

  • How to Change the ISP Password

    Internet service providers (ISPs) require you to have a username and a password to manage your account, pay bills, check email and access other services. Users decide on a username and password when they set up their Internet service. Many ISP providers offer the option to reset and change your password online; others may require you to call.

  • How to Change the Windows 2003 Password Policy

    Windows Server 2003 is an operating system that can be used to power computers that host important services on business networks, such as databases and email services. Because of the security requirements of these applications, it is important to set a strong password policy for any users who have access to a computer running this operating system. Using the Windows Server 2003 Administrative Tools menu, you can create a password policy that creates the best balance between maximizing security while minimizing inconvenience to your users.

  • How to Change the SA Password in FRX

    Microsoft FRx software allows users to design and generate a variety of financial reports. Although Microsoft gears FRx toward users with no specialized financial or information technology (IT) expertise, the product can be secured with a System Administrator (SA) password either simply to limit users' ability to change FRx Designer settings or to limit access to FRx more comprehensively. Changing an SA password is simple, provided that you have login credentials for FRx (if FRx security is enabled) and know the current SA password.

  • How to Setup Instructions for MagicJack Voicemail

    The magicJack is a USB device that connects a regular house phone to a computer with an annual connection fee. The magicJack allows the standard phone to make a local call to any location within the United States from anywhere in the world, all using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology. A convenient feature of the magicJack is its ability to receive voicemail, making it even more like having a line in the U.S. There is a simple setup required for the voicemail in order to begin using it.

  • How to Change a TSTT Password on the Internet

    Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT) provides home telephone, mobile phone and Internet service for Trinidad and Tobago residents. TSTT offers their telecommunications services for both personal use and business use. TSTT also offers webmail, online bill payment and calling cards. You can change a TSTT password on the Internet via the TSTT official website.

  • How to Change the Password in OWA 2007

    Outlook Web Access 2007, or OWA 2007, is a program published by Microsoft that allows users to access their Microsoft Exchange email through a Web portal. OWA 2007 users can open the email server in a browser and access their email and documents stored on the Exchange server. To change the password for Outlook Web Access 2007, the user must log in to the Web access portal.

  • Sybase Password Recovery

    Sybase is a California-based software, database and analytics company owned by SAP, a multinational German enterprise software corporation. The Sybase website is home to the company's MySybase feature, an online base for customers to access technical support, special customer content and educational tools. If you forget your Sybase online password, you can arrange for it to be reset via the MySybase website. The process is uncomplicated and should only take a few minutes.

  • How to Change the Password in Naukri

    Naukri is an online job site operating out of India that posts a monthly career report called the Naukri JobSpeak. Job seekers can create an account with Naukri for free and post their resume for recruiters to see. Members of Naukri have access to more than 2,000,000 jobs, and get job alerts sent to an inbox or a mobile phone. A user name and password is required for members. If your password has been compromised or simply wish to change it, you can do so from the Account Summary page.

  • How to Change a BSNL Broadband Password

    BSNL is an India-based broadband service provider. To access your BSNL broadband account, you have to log in with a password. If you feel that somebody has been accessing your account without your permission, you can change the password easily by logging in and typing in a new one.

  • How to Change a Password Without the Original Passsword

    It can be discouraging to lose a password, especially when access to a lot of personal information is at stake. Changing a password without the original password is not possible in itself; the only possible way to change a password is to first retrieve the original password. There are a few ways to retrieve the original password which will allow you to change it to something you will remember more easily.

  • How to Change the SA Password in Dynamics

    Customer Relationship Management is the module offered in Microsoft Dynamics to manage customer accounts for your business clients. The customer records are in a database on the SQL Server. The CRM system administrator logs on as "SA" in Dynamics. This is the highest level of authority in the Dynamics CRM system, but is controlled in the SQL Server. To change the SA password, you must go through the SQL Server.

  • How to Monitor TSM Activity

    TSM (Tivoli Storage Manager) is a software package that allows backup of computer data from diverse client platforms to a centralized backup server. The server will in most cases be connected to an automated tape library that will store the backed up data for long-term retention. Monitoring the activity of the TSM environment can be done in a number of ways and can give a detailed picture of the success of backups, resource utilization and system performance.

  • How to Use AT&T Westell With Comcast

    The AT&T Westell router allows you to access the Internet using your Internet service provider's connection. A router forwards data to destinations based on their Internet Protocol address. A router also can forward data to your computer, based on the Internet Protocol address associated with your modem, which is located inside your computer tower. The AT&T router is meant for use with the AT&T's ISP service, but you can configure the settings to use with another provider, such as Comcast.

  • How to Change Username and Password on DRAC

    A Dell Remote Access Card, or DRAC, allows you to manage and troubleshoot your server from anywhere. Many businesses use such systems to manage their servers without having to actually be in physical contact with them. These systems are also great if you are outsourcing server work to a third party. If you lose the password to your DRAC, you can reset it using a utility found on the management system CD.

  • How to Change Your Password in OWA 2003

    Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) gives you the ability to send and receive email messages, manage your calendar and address book, work with task lists and otherwise manage your personal information. Although it works in a similar fashion to Microsoft Outlook, OWA does not require you to install the Outlook application on your computer. Instead, it lets you access your data through any Web browser. As long as your system administrator has enabled the feature, changing your password using the 2003 version of Outlook Web Access is a quick task that requires just a few clicks.

  • How to Unlock a Zyxel P 2302R

    The P-2303R is a model of VoIP station gateway manufactured by Zyxel; a Taiwanese electronics corporation with American headquarters in Anaheim, California. To log on to the P-2303R and adjust settings you will need to enter your password. Without it, the Zycel device will remain locked. To access the password prompt you will need to navigate your web browser to the P-2303R's IP address. Allow 5 minutes to unlock your VoIP station gateway.

  • How to Change Your Password From a DOS Prompt

    The DOS, or Disk Operating System, is a command prompt that enables you to manually input commands into your computer to be executed. The DOS prompt was introduced in 1981 as a command line operating system, and the DOS command shell is still used today. Windows supports DOS by using MS-DOS, or Microsoft Disk Operating System, to emulate the operating system. If your computer gives you error messages upon attempting to change a password in Windows, you can access the MS-DOS prompt and input a command to change your password.

  • How to Change a Remote Admin Password With PowerShell

    The Windows Powershell utility provides administrators with a command line tool for changing network settings. You can change a user's password using the Powershell utility, which is included in any Windows Sharepoint product. The Powershell utility looks similar to MS DOS, but it gives administrators extended, more advanced options for setting up servers, changing permissions and mapping shared network resources.

  • How to Change the Password on a 3750 Switch

    The Cisco 3750 switch has contributed greatly to Cisco's success in the networking hardware market. Its features provide efficient and reliable network switching services. You can find a pre-owned 3750 model at a good price, and if you do buy a pre-owned Cisco 3750 switch, you may need to change the password before you are able configure it to work on your network. Fortunately, Cisco has provided a built-in procedure that allows you to change the password.

  • How to Get a Westell Password

    Westell is a company that manufactures and distributes various routers to corporations and individuals. Routers allow you to connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet Service Provider (ISP) of your choice. You may customize your Westell router to change how you access the Internet and who can access your Internet connection. You can also control which Internet settings may be changed and who is authorized to make changes to your router. To customize your Westell router settings, you need to know your Westell administration password.

  • How to Change a POP Password

    POP stands for "Post Office Protocol" and it is used by email clients to get email from a remote server over a TCP/IP connection. POP3 is the latest protocol and it is used by email clients like Gmail and Yahoo Mail. Changing your POP3 password ensures that your security is kept up to date, and that no one has access to your email.

  • How to Find the Required Password for Alt.Binaries.Rar

    Usenet newsgroups date back to the early days of the Internet. These forums were the original form of social networking. Over time, Usenet became a method to share files. The "alt.binaries" hierarchy of Usenet newsgroups was created for the express purpose of sharing files over Usenet. Most news servers imposed limits on the size of files, so multi-part compression was deployed to circumvent these limits. The most common form of compression on Usenet continues to be the Rar archive. Often files shared on Usenet are protected with a password and you cannot extract their contents without it.

  • How to Sync Foxmarks

    Xmarks, formerly known as "Foxmarks," is a browser add-on that allows you to sync your bookmarks across multiple devices, such as your home and work computers, or your laptop and iPhone. With Xmarks, you no longer need to worry about bookmarking a site on one device, only to be unable to access it later. You can even access your bookmarks on the web from any computer, once they are stored in Xmarks.

  • How to Use Sudo to Bypass an Administrator Password

    Linux operating systems have an overarching administrator account called the "root" account. Whenever you log in to a Linux computer, you usually log in as a normal user so that you don't risk damaging the system by being logged in as root all the time. When you need to perform an operation on the computer that requires root privileges, you run a command called "sudo" which gives you "superuser" (or root) privileges to carry out the operation. This method lets you bypass having to log in as the administrator all the time, which helps keep your computer safe.

  • How Can I Find the Sudo Password?

    Sudo is the command used in Ubuntu Linux to run processes with an elevated privilege without granting system-wide root access. The sudo password is more commonly known as the root password, and Windows users often mistakenly call it the "admin" password. Unlike some other versions of Linux, Ubuntu does not come installed with a default sudo password; instead, it uses a random hash sequence. Users must create a root password to log in as root and grant system-wide elevated access.

  • How to Change the Password of a BSNL Broadband Connection

    BSNL stands for "Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited." It is a government enterprise that provides broadband Internet connection to thousands of users in India. Like every conventional broadband connection, BSNL requires its users to provide a user name and a password to log in to the Internet. If you are not satisfied with the default password, you can change it to something that you can easily remember. You may also change your password to make sure no unauthorized users are tapping your wireless service.

  • How to Change the Password on My MSN Account

    Internet security is a concern for nearly everyone who browses the Internet. To adequately protect yourself from identity thieves and hackers, it is important to change your password routinely. Changing your MSN password protects your MSN and Windows Live account, messenger and email. To change your MSN account password, you must log in to the MSN support website. MSN forwards you to the Windows Live account website, allowing you to change your password and any other account information.

  • How to Change the Password on a WRT-54GS2

    Wireless Internet first became popular in the early 2000s. Since then, it has become nearly ubiquitous: Bookstores, coffee shops and airports are only a few examples of areas in which public wireless Internet is available. Wireless Internet allows for greater mobility and ease of connectivity to a network; computers can connect to the network without wires, and those using them can move the computers around without fear of losing the connection. It is wise to always keep a network password protected, to keep the data secure and the network from overflowing with unwanted users.

  • How to Change Your Password Command

    The Windows operating system has a graphical interface where you can change your password using a wizard. However, for more advanced users, the command line is a quick way to change your password without navigating through the Windows Control Panel. The "net user" command lets you change your password directly from the Windows MS DOS prompt. This is also a beneficial command for network administrators who want to quickly change a user's password.

  • How to Change the Password When I Can't Use Ctrl+Alt+Delete

    A login password prevents unauthorized access to your computer. The most popular method of changing your login password is using the "Ctrl," "Alt" and "Delete" keystrokes. This is not the only method to change a user password though. Change your user account password using the "User Accounts and Family Safety" option in the Control Panel. Make sure to assign a password hint when you change your password.

  • How to Change the Router Password on a Speedstream 2500

    Having an administrator password on your Speedstream 5200 modem can help protect against changes being made by unauthorized users. In order to keep the router as secure as possible, it is wise to periodically change the administrator password. Changing the password on a Speedstream can be accomplished from your Internet browser with just a few clicks.

  • How to Change a LUKS Password

    Linux uses a disk encryption utility called Linux United Key Setup (LUKS) and lets you encrypt a partition on a SCSI or IDE hard drive. Because LUKS includes its tools on the encrypted disk, you can only use and access the encrypted disk on the Linux operating system. LUKS lets you use up to eight passwords to access an encrypted disk. If you want to change a password, you must first add a new password and then remove the old one from LUKS.

  • How to Change Your AOL Password without Knowing Your Account Question

    As is the case with many other online service providers, America Online (AOL) offers its users the opportunity to safeguard their accounts by answering an "account security question" whenever they need to access sensitive areas of their accounts, including to change their password. If you've forgotten the answer to this question, you can use one of several means to regain access to the ability to change your AOL account's password. Once you have done so, you can reset your password as you normally would.

  • How to Change a CMOS Password

    Unlike operating system and software passwords, computer systems that utilize CMOS passwords require you to enter the correct password the second you turn the computer on. While this provides extra security, many people do not know how to add or change this password because it requires accessing BIOS settings, which are not available in Windows. Learn how to access the BIOS setup page to change your CMOS password and make your computer as secure as possible.

  • How to Change Password Complexity Requirements

    Windows allows the administrator of the computer to control the way system passwords are created and handled by users. This includes the complexity of the password in terms of the number of characters and the type of characters that are used. Changing the password complexity requirements on your Windows computer involves changing a setting with a couple of clicks of your mouse.

  • How to Change a Password Without a Password Key Disc

    You can reset a Windows password in two ways if you have forgotten it. The first way is to use a password reset disc, which launches a wizard to give you computer access. However, unless you are an IT administrator, it is unlikely that you created a password reset disc when you first set up your computer. As long as you have your system administrator username and password, you can reset a Windows user's password without this disc. If you do not have a disc or the admin login information, your only other option is to reinstall Windows.

  • How to Change an RCON Password

    RCON is a remote control utility for Counter-Strike. It can be used to remotely control settings on your server, manage administrators and send console commands as the server user. Without the RCON password, it is not possible to have complete control over the server. Changing your RCON password is important to keep your server safe from break-in attempts.

  • How to Change an HDD Password

    Changing a PC's hard disk drive (HDD) password is a good idea when you are using BitLocker. BitLocker is a feature of Windows that allows you to encrypt your computer's HDD with a password to protect sensitive data from hackers or other unwanted access. It is a good idea to change the password, because doing so after a length of time will further strengthen your security measures, in case your password is stolen. BitLocker is available in only certain versions of Windows, but if you already have a password and just want to change it, you will be able to…

  • How to Change a Password in Cabal

    Cabal is an online role-playing game where you can pretend to be a character such as a warrior, a wizard or an archer, fighting battles in a variety of settings, including Bloody Ice, Desert Scream and Forgotten Ruin. Participants play solo or as a member of a party, taking on monsters and hunting for treasure. You can play for free or pay to upgrade and play in premium mode, where more features are available. In order to participate, players must log in with a user name and password. You can easily reset your Cabal password.

  • How to Change the Password in Sybase

    Sybase SQL Anywhere is a suite of applications for data management, database administration, data synchronization and data exchange, which can be used to deploy database-powered applications on local servers, remote computers and devices running mobile applications. For security purposes, it is a good idea to change your Sybase password periodically. Your computer security department may even set up a schedule that requires you to change your Sybase password at regular intervals.

  • How to Change a Password in Eudora

    Eudora is an email program that you can use to access your Internet service provider to send and receive email messages. It requires an IBM PC or compatible computer running Microsoft Windows 98/ME/XP/2000 or above. With Eudora, you can compose messages from scratch or use custom stationery and signatures. If you have more than one email address, you can set up Eudora to use a different "personality" for each address, and you can easily change its password.

  • How to Change Password in Garena

    Garena is web site that caters to video game enthusiasts. It offers a forum where you can talk to other gamers, video game news, blogs, videos, podcasts and more. If you want to change the password to your account, you can do so by signing into your account and accessing the Control Panel via the forum.

  • How to Change Your Rediffmail Password

    Rediff acts as a portal of information that features news, entertainment, money and music from India. This website allows its members to sign up for a web-based email account. Through this account you can connect with your friends and share pictures. For security and privacy reasons you may want to change your Rediffmail password periodically, which you can do through the website's interface.

  • How to Change the PPPoA Username & Password

    PPPoA is an acronym for Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM, a networking technology. This technology is built in to the router that is connected to your DSL line. In order to access your Internet connection, you need to enter a username and password. Once you are logged in, the PPPoA technology ensures the connection between the router and your ISP remains constant. If the connection drops, you will need to log in again to re-establish your connection through the router. Changing your PPPoA username and password is straightforward and takes only a few minutes.

  • How to Change Your Optimum Online Password

    Optimum is a service of Cablevision that offers cable internet, digital TV and phone services. You can access your account through Optimum Online by signing in with your Optimum ID and password. You can change your Optimum online password through the "Account" page.

  • How to Change a Keychain Access Password

    Every time you use an application with a password, access a password-protected utility, connect to a wireless network or access your account, you use a password that can be stored in Keychain Access. This utility is the Mac OS's password manager that securely stores all your saved passwords in use on your system. From the utility, you can view what passwords are currently stored, view the passwords themselves and change any password you want from the list without having to access the password's corresponding program.

  • How to Change a QSECOFR Password

    IBM iSeries OS/400 servers come with two sets of user credentials: one to use as a standard profile and one that has the service tools security privilege. You can change both of these profile passwords if you need to. To change the password for the standard profile, you must know the password of the profile that has the security privilege. To change the password for the profile that has the security privilege, you must know the standard profile's password.

  • How to Change a Tomcat Manager Password

    Apache Tomcat allows you to run programs called servlets, lika Java code, within a web browser. In addition, it stores user settings in a file called "tomcat-users.xml." If you need to change the Tomcat Manager password, you can edit this file using a text editor.

  • How to Change Your DSRM Password

    Directory Service Restore Mode is a Microsoft Windows 2003 system that boots the Active Directory. You are first prompted to create a password upon the opening of domain controller. Forgetting the password, or having to change it for security reasons, is not the end of the world. You can reset and change your password so that you can access the program easily.

  • How to Change the Password for a VNC Remotely

    VNC is set up so that only you or others with the VNC password information can log in to the desktop. This protects your desktop computer from remote unauthorized access. To remotely change the server password, you must first log in using the current VNC password and change it from the remote terminal window. The server version of VNC has a system tray icon that lets you access all the VNC options, including password setup.

  • How to Change the Policy Restriction for a Password

    Creating a password for your computer is not always a guarantee of security. While a strong password will deter would-be information thieves, these can still be cracked. But security hounds need not worry: You don't have to buy expensive encryption software to further secure your machine from prying eyes. By changing your password policy restrictions, you can add another layer of defense to your machine or customize your password use to your needs.

  • How to Change a Webmin Password

    Webmin is a system administration interface for computers which run a Unix operating system. This program allows users to manually create and edit user accounts, DNS and other types of programs. A password is needed to manage Webmin programs. Like almost any other Unix software, you must manually insert a terminal command to reset a password should you forget it. While confusing at first, the process to do this can be easier than a password change on other types of operating systems.

  • How to Change a Rediff Password

    Rediff is a news and entertainment portal that focuses on content from India. The site offers a registration option that gives you an email account. This email account is web-based so it can be accessed on any computer with a browser and Internet connection. When you want to change your email password you can do so through the site's interface.

  • How to Change a TightVNC Password

    TightVNC is a small software program that allows users to view and control other computers on the Internet. Setup is fast, and you do not need to be a systems administrator to install it. The software consists of a server component and a client component. When you install the server, you have the option to choose a password. Remote users must enter this password to connect to your computer. Using TightVNC's administration panel, you can change that password without reinstalling the software.

  • How to Change a TSM Password

    Tivoli Storage Manager -- TSM -- provides centralized, automated data protection. TSM helps reduce risks associated with data loss and helps regulate data retention. To keep your program secure, you will want to periodically change your TSM password.

  • How to Change a Password in Crazy Kart

    Crazy Kart is a massively multiplayer online game, or MMOG, that involves racing many types of vehicles such as cars, buggies and karts. Players can upgrade and customize these vehicles to play with actual cars and Transformers from the Transformer franchise. The game has many racetracks that vary in difficulty. As of 2010, Crazy Kart has nearly a million players. To prevent other users from gaining access to your Crazy Kart account, change your password regularly.

  • How to Change Your Password on the Oracle Reset Database

    Oracle -- short for the Oracle Database -- is a relational database management system. It is well known for its high level of security and reliability, and its ability to run applications across multiple connected servers. Its data warehousing capabilities are designed to reduce IT costs through consolidation. An important element of the Oracle system is the ability to change passwords for additional security.

  • How to Change a FileVault Password

    FileVault is a Macintosh application that protects the files on your computer by encrypting the data in the home folder. This way, sensitive information is not viewable in the event that another party accesses your computer due to a loss or theft. You have the option to change your password when needed to ensure that the computer owner or administrator is the only one who has the ability to retrieve data.

  • How to Change a NUSNET Password

    NUSNET, the campus-wide network for the National University of Singapore and National University Health System, connects 32,000 students and 4,000 staff members together for news feeds, academic databases, and video services. A password is needed to connect to the NUSNET and use these services, but sometimes a password can be compromised and will require a change. Changing your NUSNET password is a simple, quick process.

  • How to Change an Excite Password

    Excite is a Web portal that offers a customizable start page, search tools, an email platform and other content resources. Excite accounts are required to receive email and a customized Web page portal. You should change your password at regular intervals to keep it secure. Changing your password can be accomplished from the "Member Info" section at the bottom of every Excite page.

  • How to Change a Password in WoW

    World of Warcraft (WoW) is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) created by Blizzard Entertainment. As of 2010, World of Warcraft is in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's most-subscribed MMORPG. Blizzard Entertainment uses a centralized accounting system that allows players to manage all Blizzard accounts on one website. To change your WoW password, you must log into your Battle.net account and change the password for all Blizzard Entertainment games.

  • How to Change the Htaccess Password

    Htaccess, in combination with htpasswd, protects folders in your website from unauthorized entry. When implemented, a pop-up will appear when you navigate to that folder, asking you to enter your username and password. It is advisable to change the password regularly to prevent the password from leaking. This can be done on the server by changing the htpassword file.

  • How to Change a Password in Teradata

    Computer safety experts recommend changing your passwords at least every three months. It can be time-consuming and may tax your recall capacity, but switching passwords helps prevent identity theft and protects your sensitive online information. Changing your password in Teradata only takes a minute and may help keep your stored data secure.

  • How to Change an Orcladmin Password

    Oracle is business management integration software that is used by a variety of businesses worldwide. Oracle is open-source software, which means that anyone can access the code and suggest changes to the software if she thinks that she can improve it. It is also widely available across a number of operating systems, including Windows and Linux. Changing the password requires the simple use of a DOS terminal window.

  • How to Change the Password Policy on the SBS 2008

    Windows Small Business Server 2008 comes with the option to change the password policy for the operating system in order to provide greater security. By changing the password policy, a user can ensure that other users do not take advantage of any security lapses, such as discovering the password for another user's account. In order to change the password policy, a user is required to access the Group Policy Object (GPO).

  • How to Enable Change Password in OWA

    The Microsoft Exchange Server software comes with a service called Outlook Web Access, which allows users to log in to their Exchange account through a web browser. By default, the option to allow users to change their Exchange password in Outlook Web Access is disabled. However, a server administrator can modify the registry so the change password option becomes visible in Outlook Web Access.

  • How to Change the FTP Password IIS

    Microsoft Internet Information Services, or IIS, includes an FTP component that allows you to connect, upload and download files from your server. FTP stands for File Transfer Protocol and is an unencrypted, insecure protocol that runs from port 21 of your server. FTP is insecure because all username and password information is sent in plain text over the network. For this information, it is recommended that you not use local Windows accounts to authenticate users on IIS FTP. You can create custom FTP users and custom FTP passwords on IIS with a few clicks from the IIS Administration Panel.

  • How to Change a Password Expiration

    Password expiration is a Windows 7 security feature that reduces security risks by forcing users to change their password periodically. Password expiration is important because accidentally exposed or shared passwords are a liability to system security, as they can be used to allow unauthorized access to the computer or user account. All versions of Windows 7 allow you to enable or disable the password expiration setting on a user account with a single command from the Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line.

  • How to Change a Website Password

    Changing your password from time to time is a must to eliminate the risk of someone getting into your account. It is a good idea to have a password that has a combination of letters and numbers. This will make your password less predictable and make your accounts harder to hack into. It is also a good idea to use special symbols such as a dollar sign in your password. This will further increase its strength and make it harder to steal.

  • How to Change a Gmail Account Password

    The account password for your Gmail account is the same password that is used for your regular Google account. That is to say, the same password is tied to all of the various features of that particular service. If you want to change your Gmail password, you will need to log into your main Google account and change the master password that controls all of the features of the service, including Gmail, Google Reader, Google Talk and more.

  • How to Change an AFP Password

    Apple Filing Protocol, or AFP, is a way for Mac users to share files through a network. You can use AFP to share large files you are unable to email. When you share a Mac computer with another user, it is highly recommended that you change your AFP password on a regular basis.

  • How to Change a Password in a PowerShell

    PowerShell is a Microsoft networking tool used to run scripts on your client computers. These scripts run each time your users log in to the Windows network. You can edit these scripts using a simple text editor such as Microsoft Notepad. The PowerShell application runs on your network server, so the user's log-in account is tied to the new scripts. You can use PowerShell scripts to change the local administrator password to ensure each computer has the same password.

  • How do I Change a Cisco 2900Xl Password?

    The Catalyst 2900 Series switch is one of the contributors to Cisco's success in the networking equipment marketplace. The 2900XL is a model that can be found at a reasonable price, and the functionality is robust enough to provide reliable and efficient network switching services. If you buy a pre-owned Cisco 2900XL, you may need to change the password before you can configure it to suit your needs. Fortunately, Cisco has built a procedure into the 2900XL that you can use to change the password.

  • How to Change a LiveID Password

    A Windows Live ID lets you access various accounts through Microsoft with one username and password. Xbox Live, The Microsoft Zune and Windows Live email are three examples of Microsoft services that all share the same username and password. You may occasionally want to change your Windows Live ID password, since it is associated with so many different accounts. Microsoft makes it simple and quick to change your Live ID password.

  • How to Change the Main Password on an iMac

    You should periodically change your iMac's account password to ensure your computer is safe and secure. Account passwords require login for any tasks that perform a change to the system. Though it is possible to leave the account password blank, Apple does not recommend this and encourages users to set passwords to their main accounts.

  • How to Change an Expired Password in OWA

    Outlook Web Access (OWA) allows you to access your email using a web browser. The software is set up by your institution, and it gives you a window that looks similar to the regular desktop version of Outlook. If your password expires, you must change it the next time you log in to the system. This can be done in the password account settings in the OWA web browser window.

  • How to Change Your Account Password With Applescript

    AppleScript is a simple programming language that grew out of the older HyperTalk language, and has been a part of Apple's operating systems since the early 1990s. It can be used to automate many common tasks, such as the account password changes. This can be useful in organizations that require regular password changes to occur to enhance security. It can also be useful for system administrators who want a fast, easy way to set a default password for new computers being assigned to employees. To achieve this, you will need to combine AppleScript with the Directory Service Command Line.

  • How to Change the Password on a Nurit 8000

    The Nurit 8000 is a restaurant and hospitality industry payment processing unit. It processes debit and credit payments and checks. Swipe the card or check through the electronic reader and the Nurit 8000 dials into the credit company, debit account or checking account and processes the payment electronically. The Nurit 8000 requires password entry for certain transactions such as adjusting a sale to include a tip amount and for printing certain reports. Set and change the Nurit 8000 password by entering the Merchant Parameters menu and entering the desired sequence of letters and numbers.

  • How to Change Directory Services Restore Mode Password

    Directory Services Restore Mode (DSRM) is an alternate boot environment for Windows servers running the Active Directory Domain Services role. DSRM enables Windows to boot with the Active Directory database offline allowing an administrator to perform routine maintenance or to restore critical data that may have been accidentally deleted. Before you can boot into DSRM, you must know the DSRM password, which is typically configured when the server is first promoted to a domain controller. If you have lost or forgotten the password, a command-line tool will allow you to reset it.

  • How to Change a Certificate Password

    Changing a certificate password on a Windows computer can be achieved within minutes when you know what steps to take. IBM has a help information center that describes the process. Typically, a sensitive document needs to be adjusted for security purposes (i.e., network breach prevention). Password updates could be company policy as well. Therefore, changing a certificate password can be fundamental to averting business risk.

  • How do I Change a Password With a Script?

    Windows passwords help businesses and people safeguard their computers from unauthorized use. Sometimes, however, it may be necessary to change the password on a computer or group of computers if the network is hacked or to prevent ex-employees from gaining access. If the computers are connected via a network, the administrator can change the password on a list of computers using this Power Shell script.

  • How to Change the Machine Account Password

    The machine account password is used by the Windows operating system to run services and other background processes and can also be a point of security failure. For this reason, you should frequently change the machine account password to protect against unauthorized access. Change the machine account password, as well as other network passwords, using the Windows command line.

  • How to Make Batch Files That Change a Password

    Batch files (BAT) are files that execute on a Windows computer and process plain text commands. Batch files are typically used to change configurations of a computer on a network. One type of administration process used in batch files is a password change, which is executed to prompt the user to change a password during login. Batch files run in the Windows command prompt, so these prompt commands are used in the file.

  • How do I Change a Cisco 878 Password?

    Best-practice network security dictates that all computers, network devices and servers should have passwords changed every 90 days. The Cisco 878 supports passwords for remote connection and local configuration. Both should be changed periodically.

  • How Do I Change the Acrobat Signature Password?

    A digital signature in Adobe Acrobat helps to verify the authenticity of someone distributing or signing a document. The password linked to the digital signature ensures that only the authorized party uses the signature. You are able to change the password of any signature stored in Acrobat, provided you know the existing password.

  • How Do I Change an Ubuntu Password in the Terminal?

    Ubuntu is an open-source operating system that is free to download and install on computers. Ubuntu includes a terminal for users to configure their system through a command-line interface, an alternative to point-and-click graphical interfaces. The terminal is a powerful tool that helps users perform various types of tasks with only their keyboard. From the terminal, users are able to change their password and receive verification that it was updated successfully.

  • How to Change the Password Policy on Server 2008

    You configure the password policy on your Windows 2008 server network by using the group policy object, or GPO. The GPO controls all aspects of your network including the password policy. The password policy preferences include setting a required length, characters and frequency for which the password must be changed. The benefit of a password policy is the protection from unauthorized access if a Windows 2008 password is compromised.

  • How to Change the Password in OS X Through the Console

    Periodically, OS X will ask you for your user account password to authorize certain actions--such as installing new applications, changing administrative preferences or deleting certain items. If you've forgotten your password, completing this task can pose a problem. Luckily, you can easily reset your password via OS X's command console, known as Terminal. Executing a few commands wipes the forgotten password, allowing you to set a new one.

  • How do I Change the BT Mail Password?

    You have to change the password on your BT mail account if you forget your current password or you frequently change your password as a security measure. Since BT's mail services are powered by Yahoo!, regular uses of the Yahoo! Mail system will be familiar with the process for changing a password. You can change your password as often as you like.

  • How to Change Password Policy Requirements

    Whether for a home computer or for the office, setting a password policy with strict requirements provides one of the best ways of preventing unwanted access to your computer. Microsoft makes updating password policy requirements extremely easy within its business-centered versions of Windows Vista and Windows 7. No matter what version of Windows you have or what other security you have installed, a strong password policy is a must-have.

  • How to Change a Dial-Up Password

    According to Business Insider, some people living in rural areas are still content with dial-up Internet access despite the slow speeds compared to broadband connections. These people do not mind waiting for the Web page to load and enjoy the low costs of the service. This is also why the latest operating systems still support dial-up connections as of August 2010. To prevent unauthorized people from accessing your dial-up connection, you should change your dial-up password every now and then by contacting your provider. Once you have successfully changed your password, you must also change it on your computer so…

  • How to Change a Password Logon for a Dell Computer

    Passwords are used in the Windows operating system to give users their own accounts. If you want to change one of the passwords on your Dell computer, you can do this with just a couple clicks of your mouse. You will not have to call Microsoft Support or get in touch with a computer technician. You can do it yourself with minimal knowledge of computers.

  • How to Change a WEP Password

    Wireless networking is a way to allow several computers to access the Internet in a localized area without using cords, but it can also potentially allow unknown users to access your connection. If you use a wireless router to connect to the Internet, secure the router so that users attempting to use the connection must enter a pass key to use it. Changing your Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) passwords and keys regularly can help ensure that no one else can use your connection.

  • How to Change the WEP Password With Time Warner Cable

    There are several reasons for wanting to change your Time Warner Cable WEP password. You may have forgotten the original password you set up, misplaced the password if you've written it down, or wish to change your password for safety reasons. Time Warner offers road runner high speed online. Whatever your reason is, there are several steps involved in the process of changing a WEP password.

  • How to Change Your Webmail Password

    If you have a webmail address, an email address, and a password, you can gain access to your email account by using a Web browser. You'll then be able to change your password via webmail. A webmail address will look something like: webmail.domainname.com. While it's simple to change your password, you'll need to remember your login information and current password, and choose a new password that meets particular standards. As long as you have a computer and Internet connection, you can change your webmail password within minutes.

  • How to Change MSN Login Password

    Many Microsoft services that were formerly under the MSN banner have been rebranded as Windows Live. This means that in order to change your MSN password, you need to go to the Windows Live website, where all of your information is still the same. It is always a good idea, however, to change your password regularly. It keeps your online accounts more secure and helps to keep the password fresh in your mind, if you are not regularly entering it.

  • How to Change a PST Password

    Microsoft Outlook is a widely used personal information manager and email client included with Microsoft Office. Outlook stores a user's personal data in PST, or "Personal Storage Folder," files. PST files contain your Outlook mailbox, contacts, calendar entries, tasks, notes and all of the other personal data. PST files support password-protection for added security. Outlook asks for a PST file's password when the PST file is opened. Other users can't open Outlook to see your personal data without knowing the password.

  • How to Change a Password for a Hotmail Account

    Given the number of attacks aimed at free email service providers, including Windows Live Hotmail, changing your password regularly is one way to keep your account secure. In fact, in an effort to add extra protection to users' accounts, Windows Live Hotmail now allows you to choose the "Make my password expire every 72 days" option when you change your password. While this may seem like an inconvenience, it can certainly make your account less vulnerable to hackers.

  • How to Sign In and Change a Password in Hotmail

    Changing your email password is essential to account security. This is especially true if you access email often on public computers. You don't want someone finding out your email information and getting a hold of your personal information and all of your email contacts' personal information. You should change your password as often as you feel the need. If you access email in public areas, you should change it more often.

  • How to Change a Password in Hotmail

    Hotmail is an email service provided by Microsoft Windows Live and MSN. The service is available in 36 languages and provides more than 355 million email accounts worldwide, according to the Microsoft Windows Live website. Hotmail features drag-and-drop folder organization, automatic virus scanning and spam protection and the ability to send emails with up to 10GB of data. Change your Hotmail password anytime by accessing the "Options" menu from your Hotmail account.

  • How Do I Change the Password for Update Manager?

    If you’ve forgotten your password for the Sophos Update Manager (SUM) or Ubuntu Update Manager, don’t panic. It is possible to change your passwords in both of these systems. To do this, there is a specific set of steps that must be followed. Then once you have your password changed, you can get back to work in no time.

  • How to Change a Password Question

    Security questions are put into place by websites that store sensitive personal information as a heightened security feature. These questions typically refer to your private life and therefore only you know the answers. However, with so many things to remember these days, it's easy to forget a security question and you may need to bypass it or set up a new one.

  • How to change password

    Passwords have become a ubiquitous feature of modern life, and their correct use is essential to online security. Many people put their bank accounts and personal information at risk by using the same password for all their online accounts or using very simple and easily guessable words. Despite continuous warnings about password security, the world's most common password is thought to be 12345.

  • How to Change the Password in SANsurfer

    QLogic's SANsurfer management suite of software allows users to control multiple aspects of networks, including diagnostic repairs and auditing. These processes can be vital to the proper maintenance of a site or network; thus the QLogic SANsurfer program has multiple security features in place to ensure the program's information, including multiple safeguards and failsafes in order to prevent break-ins. Regularly switching your password is vital to making sure that your system remains hacker- and intruder-proof.

  • How to Change an Informix Password

    Informix is a database software platform developed by IBM. Highly integrated into the Linux operating platform, Informix offers speed and stability. It benefits from being able to be maintained by included operating system programs and scripts. As a result of this integration, you can change an Informix password simply by altering the user's password on the Linux or Unix machine it is running on.

  • How to Change a Router's DIR 300 Password

    Changing the password on your wireless D-Link DIR300 router enables you to exercise greater control over the security and settings of your wireless network. Accomplish this by using the router access address of your D-Link router to modify the internal configuration settings of the router, a process that takes no longer than 10 minutes.

  • How to Change an SOS Password

    Changing the SOS (security operations and services) password on the administrative accounts on your computer is a good idea from time to time because it can prevent unauthorized users from gaining access to the machine. Accomplish this password change through the account management features in your operating system, a process that typically takes no longer than five minutes to complete.

  • How to Change a Computer's Password

    Windows makes changing your password on your computer straight-forward and quick. It is highly recommended that you change your computer's password on a regular basis. This helps keep hackers off your system, especially when you have valuable or sensitive material on your system.

  • How to Change the Password on a Northern Telecom Phone

    A Northern Telecom Norstar personal voice-mail account can be accessed from an on-site business extension or from another phone. The password length is usually set up by the system administrator to be from four to eight digits long. The default password for a new account is normally 0000. During initial setup, you are required to change the password from default. Most telecom system administrators recommend that you change your password every 30 to 60 days.

  • How to Lock An iPad

    Security is an important aspect in the world of technology. Protecting your computer or personal device from hackers on is something that every iPad user needs to be aware of. The iPad can be locked and password protected, which will keep the device secure in the event that it is lost or stolen. Locking your iPad requires entering a four-digit pin every time you turn on your device.

  • How to Change My Password on MSN

    An MSN account is a gateway to many MSN services such as Hotmail, MSN Messenger and My MSN. Changing the password on your MSN account is simple if you want to change it for security purposes, and doing so can be particularly beneficial when done on a regular basis. Although you may use your account for more than one service, you can easily change your password at one location for application to all MSN services.

  • How to Change the Password Form in Access

    In Microsoft Access, you can create any type of password you want. After a password is created, you can change the password form by resetting the password. You must have the current password to create a new one. This applies to the main database password, individual user passwords and passwords created for individual sections of the Access database. No matter what level of password you want to change, you can change the password form in Access.

  • How to Set Up a Wireless Connection

    Wireless Internet is a fast-evolving and increasingly common service that allows you to access the Internet from any location that has a wireless connection set up, whether it's a school, place of work or a residence, as long as you have a wireless-enabled device. You can also set up a wireless connection in your own home, which will allow you to access your home connection from anywhere in your house. As long as you already have a high-speed connection set up, you should be able to set up a wireless connection without any hassle.

  • Tiscali Broadband: How to Change the Password

    Tiscali is a provider of broadband Internet services in the United Kingdom. You can change your Tiscali password, which works for both your broadband account and your email. When you complete the process, remember to change the password in your modem configuration and your email client application.

  • How to Change a Password & Username

    Changing your password and user name for a website can be a great way to keep your account secure. Whether your password isn't strong enough or you just think someone might have access to your user name, it's never a bad idea to alter them from time to time. Depending on the website, you might be required to confirm your current user name and password to make the change.

  • How to Change the Password Command in Linux

    Linux is a multi-user computer operating system, through which each user has his own account. All files and preferences are kept in the user's home directory, and password protection keeps prying eyes and mischevous fingers from altering these files. Still, a user is urged to change his password regularly--more frequently if many users share the system. Fortunately, you can change your user password in just a very few minutes with a Linux shell command. Your system administrator can use this command if you can't remember your user password.

  • How to Change Your WiFi Password

    Wireless network access at home has become increasingly popular among users, and a wireless router is required when connecting multiple computers, gaming systems, printers and other electronic products that utilize wireless technology. The biggest problem when using a wireless router for the first time is that the manufacturer sets up the product with a default user name and password. It is up to the user to set up a unique user name and password for access to the network connection and the administrator settings of the router to thwart unauthorized users.

  • How to Change an Account Password

    A wide range of secure accounts require a user name and password. Websites ranging from social networking sites to online banking websites require passwords to gain access to your profile or account information. If your account is compromised or you simply want to change the password every few months for security, you can do so through "Account Settings" pages within the account.

  • How to Change a Sysadmin Password

    System administrators have many responsibilities, but one of the most common reasons for which they are frantically sought out by their clients is a forgotten password. With the System Administrator software, password change is a required and routine part of the effective operation of a business or organization, and can be easily accomplished in a few minutes by the system administrator or any trusted member of the business who wishes to work as the "on-call" system administrator substitute.

  • How to Change the Password on Roadrunner Triad

    Roadrunner is an Internet and email service found throughout the country with the Triad section based in North Carolina. If you use Roadrunner Triad for email access (all billing information is sent to the Roadrunner Triad account) you may want to change the password from its current setting to something else. This doesn't take a great deal of time and can be done from any Internet connection.

  • How to Change a Password in Citrix

    Administrators allow users to change their own passwords in some Citrix environments. This can take some of the burden from administrators and empower the users to become responsible for managing their passwords.

  • How to Change the Password for Your Broadband Connection

    A secure broadband connection will be locked by a password that generates a security key on the network router. This security key is used by wireless computers, laptops and other devices to gain entry to the network and use the broadband Internet connection. If you feel that your current security password has been compromised, you can log into your router to change the password and generate a new security key for your wireless devices.

  • How to Change the Password for Explorer 8

    Like previous versions, Internet Explorer 8 comes with a "Content Advisor." This feature lets you restrict potentially undesirable material. It's particularly helpful if you are concerned about what your children are viewing on the web. From time to time, consider changing your password to prevent a restricted user from finding out what it is. You can do this within the Internet Explorer 8 window.

  • How to Change a Keychain Password

    Keychain is a utility found on Macintosh computers that stores all passwords, login information and certificates used for applications and when you log in to secure websites. To secure your information, there is a password for the Keychain application, and you can change it if you feel your security has been compromised. Your keychain password should be easy for you to remember and should include a combination of numbers and letters.

  • How to Change a Log-in Password

    Any alterations to your user account on a Windows operating system can be done through the Control Panel. This includes changing your log-in password along with your log-in name and photo.

  • How to Change the Password on a Wireless Connection

    Wireless connections, a service becoming more and more common among high-speed Internet customers, allow users to browse the Internet, play online games and move practically anywhere a wireless signal can reach. Because there are so many wireless devices and so many connections that these devices can use, creating or changing your wireless connection's password is a good idea. Changing your wireless network password prevents anyone but the people you choose from accessing your network.

  • How to Change the Password on a D-Link DI-624 Router

    When you set up a new D-Link DI-624 router on your home network, securing the network is important. Unwanted visitors on your home network can put your security at risk, leaving you vulnerable to viruses and potentially locking you out of your own network. Limit access to your router and the administration panel that manages it by resetting the default access password on your router’s administrative accounts.

  • How to Change a CVS Password

    CVS (Concurrent Version System) is a type of file repository used by programmers to help track changes and make collaboration easier between multiple team members than when using standard programming software. If you have CVS installed on your server and need to change the password, you can do so from the command line.

  • How to Change the Password on a D-Link Router

    Your D-Link router is pre-loaded with a series of default wireless and security settings. Although the default settings allow you to create a working network, you may want to change some of the security or firewall settings to improve your network's performance. To prevent anyone within range of your network from accessing the D-Link router's menu screen you should set up a new password that will be hard for other people to guess.

  • How to Change an Administative Password

    Microsoft Windows has a security feature that allows the administrator, or main user, of the computer to create an administrator password. Whenever the administrator logs off, a password is required to log back on. This protects the administrator's files and folders and prevents others from making administrative changes to the system. If security is breached, change your administrator password by simply logging on to your account. Windows XP, Vista and 7 have similar steps for changing the administrator password.

  • How to Change the Password for MagicJack

    MagicJack is a VoIP phone service that allows you to connect a regular landline phone to your PC using a special adapter. From there, you can use a 10-digit number assigned to you by MagicJack to make calls to other people. MagicJack also includes voicemail service that allows callers leave messages.

  • How to Change a Password on Bellsouth Webmail

    Bellsouth webmail has become AT&T webmail since Bellsouth merged with AT&T. Because of this, you will need to use the AT&T website to manage your Bellsouth webmail account. You will also need to know the full AT&T email address for your master account and the current account email password. You can log in to the AT&T website as the administrator for your AT&T account and change the password for any email address on that account.

  • How to Change an SBC Global Mail Password

    Changing an SBC Global e-mail password is a fairly straightforward process that should only take a few minutes to complete successfully. SBC merged with AT&T and now uses their e-mail client as a way to send and receive e-mail messages. If your password becomes compromised and someone other than you can access your account, it will become necessary to change your password.

  • How to Change a Streamyx Password

    Streamyx is a broadband Internet service in Malaysia that provides high-speed Internet. Speeds range from 512k on the low end to 2mbps on the high side. Many individuals, schools and businesses use Streamyx to access the Internet and host their websites. It is also commonly used for web hosting, online businesses, distance education and video streaming. When you sign up for a Streamyx account, you can set your own secure password. It is advisable to change your Streamyx password occasionally to deter thieves from accessing your Web connection.

  • How to Change the Password in Excel

    Microsoft Excel provides users with the ability to create lists and spreadsheets of information. These spreadsheets sometimes contain private and sensitive information. Users may add a password on the Excel file so the information is not available to anyone who obtains the file unless they enter the proper password. You may also change the password as needed.

  • How to Change the Startup Password

    Your Windows operating system has, by default, a built-in username and password page that appears when you boot your system. If you need to change this startup password, you can use a simple technique involving your command prompt utility. This is a useful tool when you believe that your system is in jeopardy of being hacked or if you want to change your password on a regular basis.

  • How to Change a Sudo Password

    In Linux, by default, you are prompted for an administrator password when performing certain actions. When you are using a terminal or command prompt window, this is accomplished with the "sudo" command, which prompts you for a password then elevates your account permissions. The administrator or "sudo" password is selected by you when the operating system is first installed. However, if you decide that you would like to change the "sudo" password, you may have found that many distributions of Linux have no way to do so through the graphical interface. Change your "sudo" or administrator password in Linux using…

  • How to Change a System Password

    In order to keep your system and files secure, it is a good idea to change your password regularly. It is also important to avoid some of the most common passwords (123456, password, iloveyou) to keep tight security. Changing the system's administrator password and/or user passwords is extremely easy. You will need to have the current administrator password and be logged in as the admin in order to change the passwords.

  • How to Change an AIM Password Online

    America Online Instant Messenger (AIM) provides an interface where you can chat with people around the the world. Any two people with the AIM software installed can chat real-time over the Internet. AIM users can change their password online at the official America Online website. The password change is immediate, so the next time you log into your AIM account, the new password is used. AIM users should change the password regularly to avoid unauthorized access.

  • How to Change a Cisco VTY Password

    A VTY line on a Cisco router or switch allows a user to Telnet into the device. Telnetting is where a user is able to connect remotely from another device to the desired router or switch. Telnetting allows for device management without having to physically be at the device. It is important to configure a Telnet password because without one, anyone would be able to log into the router or switch and alter the configurations, which could potentially cause network problems or shutdown.

  • How to Change the Password on DIR-625

    The DIR-625 is a wireless router made by D-link and guaranteed by the Wi-Fi Alliance. if you purchased your router used, lost the router's owner's manual and need to change your password or need to set up your router for the first time, don't panic. You can still change both your wireless network name and your password, securing your wireless router system so that people in your surrounding area can't hack into your wireless system instead of paying for their own wireless service.

  • How to Change Your AIM Password on iChat

    The instant-messaging program iChat is pre-installed with Mac OS X on Apple computers. iChat works with a variety of accounts, one of which is AOL Instant Messenger (AIM). In order to change the AIM password on iChat, you must first change the password through AIM, then match the changed password in iChat.

  • How to Change Password in Yahoo! Messenger Mobile Number

    Yahoo! Messenger Mobile is a Yahoo! Messenger program that allows you to use your Yahoo! Messenger on your phone. You can download the Mobile Messenger and connect it to your Yahoo! Messenger account using your cell phone number. Then, you can chat with your buddies and see who is online from your phone. The only difference between Yahoo! Messenger and Yahoo! Messenger Mobile is whether you access the program from your computer or your phone.

  • How to Change the Password & Username in Orkut

    Orkut is a social networking website developed and maintained by Google since 2004. The majority of orkut's members are from Brazil and India indicating its vast popularity in those regions. Like Facebook, MySpace, and other popular online communities, orkut has all the features of a social networking website; members can create profiles, upload photographs and videos, search for and add friends, and exchange messages with other members (see Resources for more on orkut's features). As with any website, the need to change your orkut account information such as your password or username may arise due to security or personal reasons.

  • Why Is it Important to Change Your Password?

    A strong computer password is an important tool in the fight against crackers and spammers. While it is inconvenient, changing the password frequently helps protect you and your computer.

  • How to Change the Password of Orkut ID

    Orkut is a social networking community owned by Google. The site serves between 80 to 100 million users, with the majority located in Brazil and India. As with other Google-owned websites, Orkut uses your Google Account information to log you into the site. If you're concerned about security and want to change your Orkut password, you will actually need to change your Google account password.

  • How to Change the Unix Password Expiration

    While every Unix distribution differs in its security policies, almost all enforce a mandatory password expiration system. Password expiration is an essential part of system security, as it ensures the user must change their password after a certain number of days have passed. The process of changing the password cuts off unauthorized users who may have known the password and delays brute force tools from guessing the proper password. Changing the password expiration time for an account requires a single command.

  • How to Change a Hotmail MSN Password

    Windows Live Hotmail is a free, web-based email service. It is part of Microsoft's Windows Live and offers various features, such as a generous 5 GB of storage, an integrated instant messenger and the ability to share calendars with others. It is a good idea for Hotmail users to change their passwords often as a preventative measure. If someone gets a hold of a Hotmail password, they have access to all of the private information within that account.

  • How to Change the Password for Your Yahoo! Mail ID

    When you use the web-based Yahoo! Mail email service, you can read your email after logging in with your Yahoo! username and password. It is a good idea to change this password on a regular basis to decrease the chance of someone hacking in to your Yahoo! account.

  • How to Change the Password on a Mac iBook

    Some people who own iBooks protect their computers by requiring a password when the computer is turned on. You can have multiple accounts, each with a different password, or a single account with one password. Changing or resetting your password is simple and takes just a few minutes.

  • How to Change the AOL Password for Different Screen Names

    AOL makes it easy for its users to edit passwords as needed in the "Manage Your Account" section. This online portal houses your account information, including your AOL screen name, email address, and password. Immediately after you sign in to your account, you will have access to "Manage Your Account." You must log in to each separate screen name to change the password for each.

  • How to Change a Password on iChat

    IChat is the chat software that comes standard Apple computers using OS X. IChat allows users to not only chat through normal text boxes, but also using video. IChat does not use its own username/password setup, but rather piggybacks on other accounts for verification such as AOL Instant Messenger, MobileMe, or even Gmail.

  • How to Change a Default Gateway Password

    The Default Gateway is the location of your router's configuration page, accessible through your browser. The Default Gateway is usually a set of numbers such as "192.168.1.1" or some similar variation. Routers come with a default username and password. If you do not change the default name and password, then your network connection is at risk. To ensure your network's safety, you should change the default password after installing your new router.

  • How to Change the Verizon DSL Password

    Accessing Verizon's DSL service, or accessing email and other services through Verizon's website requires you to have a username and password. Both of these are set up when you sign up for Verizon's DSL service. However, it's important that the password be frequently changed to maximize your protection against people who might exploit your account or steal your information from you.

  • How to Change the Password on a Dell C610

    The Latitude C610 is a laptop that sold by Dell. The laptop comes with the operating system Windows XP installed. As with any computer that has a Windows operating system installed, users can set up a password for the Dell C610. This password will prevent other users from being able to sign into your account unless they know your password. Changing the Dell C610 password is no different than changing a Windows XP password on any other computer.

  • How to Change a Password That IE7 Is Remembering

    Internet Explorer 7 uses an AutoComplete feature to automatically fill in passwords for certain sites when you choose to have the browser remember them. This can help save you time by automatically logging you in to the sites you visit often. If you change your password for a particular site, IE7 will continue to try to put the old remembered password into the password field. Changing the password IE7 remembers is a simple process.

  • How to Change a Password When Not Connected to a Domain

    PCs running the Windows operating system can be linked to an organization or company's domain so that any user with a domain account can log in and use the computer. However, when a computer is not connected to a domain, users must log in with local computer accounts. System administrators can manage local accounts and change user passwords through the Computer Management tool.

  • How to Use CMD to Change a Password for Vista

    Changing Vista user passwords at the command line is often preferable for network administrators, who may need to change passwords in bulk. Fortunately, the process is quite simple.

  • How to Change the Password Policy in SBS 2003

    All users on Microsoft's Small Business Server (SBS), including SBS 2003, are required to log into their profiles. Other security measures exist to keep personal information safe, but traditional key-based passwords are still used. For a business to ensure the highest level of security, these passwords must be made difficult to guess. You can change the password policies for all users on the server using the Server Management tool. From here, determine details such as password length and the amount of time allowed before a user must to change a password.

  • How to Change a Password Policy in Linux

    The Linux operating system uses a password policy to determine how often a user is required to change his password. By default, the password expiration time is set to 99,999 days. Essentially, the password will never expire. This may be an acceptable policy for a single-user desktop computer, but servers and computers that have multiple users should require the passwords to be changed on a regular basis as a security measure.

  • How to Change the Password in Putty

    Putty is a program that allows you to connect to a server or another computer remotely. In order to log in to a remote server, you need to provide a user name and password. If you feel that your password is not secure, or simply want to change your password, you can do so in the program itself.

  • How to Change an IWAM Password

    IWAM accounts are used for providing security on a web host. When users navigate to your webpage, they must have permission to view the contents via the IWAM account. You can set permissions to allow certain people access, while denying others. You can add and remove users at will. Changing the IWAM password on a regular basis allows you to control access while keeping your privacy intact.

  • How to Change a Password Command in UNIX

    Changing a user's password can be accomplished from the Unix and Linux command line using the "passwd" command. The root (superuser) user can change any user's password. A non-root user can only change his own password. The "passwd" command can also be used to delete a user's password, change the time limit for the password and force a user to change a password the next time he logs in to the system.

  • How to Change the Password for a Qwest Account

    Qwest is a communications company that offers Internet service to residential customers. The company also provides email addresses and accounts to its customers. If you feel that someone has tapped into your Qwest email, or are concerned about maintaining your email's security in general, you may want to change your password.

  • How to Change the Password to a Westell Router

    Westell is a manufacturer of DSL and cable routers for broadband access in the home or office environment. The Westell interface settings are usually automated using software provided by your broadband access company. However, the router has its own console where you can access settings on the device. One such setting is the router's password, which gives the console security to deter unauthorized access.

  • How to Change the Password on Network Access

    Each time you boot your machine on a network, the Windows operating system presents you with a username and password prompt to log in to the network. These values secure the network from unauthorized access and protect home and office information from being stolen. The network access password can be changed at the startup prompt. Once you change your password, you can use it to access all your network resources.

  • How to Change the POP Password on Thunderbird

    Mozilla Thunderbird handles passwords and log-in information in different ways than comparable email clients such as the well-known Microsoft Outlook. Thunderbird does not have an option to input your POP password when you first set it up and configure your account settings. Instead, Mozilla Thunderbird only asks for the password to your account when you first attempt to sign in. Because of this, it may seem difficult to change the stored password if your POP password changes for any reason. You can, however, change the stored POP password on Thunderbird without configuring a new account.

  • How to Change a Cisco Telnet Password

    Cisco routers and switches allow for remote access using Telnet. However, allowing remote access causes a weak point in the network security as anyone can Telnet into the router and cause a network attack. One way of securing the Telnet line is to add a password, which causes the router or switch to prompt for a password whenever a user tries to login through Telnet.

  • How to Change Your EverQuest Password

    EverQuest is a popular online role-playing game developed by Sony. Like some other online games, you must have a paid account to play EverQuest. With a paid account, you get full access to as much game play as you want. Since it is a program that you have to pay for, it is wise to change your password every few weeks to prevent unwanted people from gaining access to your account. Changing your password is simple and only requires about five minutes of your time.

  • How to Change the Password on a Laptop

    Your laptop administrator password is a lockdown security code that prevents unauthorized users from logging on to your operating system. When you start your computer, the operating system prompts you to enter the password so that you can make changes to your system. To ensure that you continue to protect your privacy, it is important to change your administrator password often. This is especially helpful if you suspect that someone knows your current password.

  • How to Change an ICQ Password

    ICQ is an instant-messaging program that allows users to share information or converse. ICQ requires a user name and password to be entered whenever a new program session is opened. You can change the password at any time through ICQ's setup menu.

  • How to Change an FTP Password

    When hosting a website on Internet Information Services (IIS), you can provide users with an FTP password so they can upload files to the web server. The password you give to the user can be changed in the IIS console for the FTP server. It's important to protect the FTP area of your server with a user name and password. This eliminates the chance for anonymous users uploading malicious files on your server, which can lead to security issues on your network.

  • How to Change the Password in Microsoft Entourage

    Microsoft Entourage is an email, contact and calendar program that is part of the Microsoft Office suite for Macintosh. Prior to being named Entourage, the program was actually called Microsoft Outlook for Mac. While Apple Mail (which is included free as part of the Mac OS) tends to be the dominant mail program for Mac users, Entourage is popular because of the ubiquity of Microsoft Office installations on Macs, and also because it retains the familiar look and features that Outlook users have become accustomed to.

  • How to Change an Expired Password Logon Message Sound

    In Microsoft Windows, you can configure your computer to play a sound when certain events occur. This includes when you receive a new email message, when you open a new program and when your password has expired. When your log on password expires and you attempt to log on to your computer, a message tone will sound and a message will display, prompting your to update your password. While Windows includes several sounds you can choose from, you also have the option of selecting a sound you record or one you download from another source.

  • How to Change the Password on a MTN Fastlink Router

    Setting up a password on your wireless Internet network is crucial to the security of the network. By setting up a password to the network, it disables anyone without the password from gaining access to your Internet connection. According to MTN, "the MTN range of routers allows you to setup a wireless (WLAN) flexibly access to the Internet." The company also recommends that before you use the MTN router, "change the settings immediately to secure your wireless router and prevent unauthorized access."

  • How to Change an Oracle Password

    Oracle is a relational database management system that stores data in tables. Users who access Oracle databases and tables must supply their log-in credentials (user name and password) in order to access the data. As a database administrator (DBA), you can change your Oracle password and the password for other Oracle users using the SQL*Plus to submit a Structured Query Language (SQL) command and a password command.

  • How to Change a Password in Ventrilo

    A Ventrilo server is a useful tool for online Voice over IP (VoIP) communication. Running your own server grants you control over who can overhear your conversations, an invaluable asset to gaming clans and guilds.The downside, of course, is that you inherit all of the headaches of maintaining an active server. Ventrilo lacks a graphic user interface, meaning that all commands and functions are run through a text-based console.

  • How to Change Password Lengths in Group Policies

    If your computer runs Windows 2000, XP or Server 2003, one of the ways you can shore up its security is to establish usage requirements regarding passwords. These include how long they can be active without being changed, how long they must be active before being changed, how strong they must be and how long they must be. These requirements are controlled by the system administrator through group policy management. The system administrator can set a group policy that requires a minimum password length of between 1 to 28 characters.

  • How to Change a Login and Password From the C Prompt in Vista

    In Microsoft Windows operating systems (such as Windows 7, Vista, and XP), the customary method for changing the login password for user accounts is by opening the User Account Control Panel. While this method is sufficient for most cases, there are times that the GUI (Graphical User Interface) introduced to replace the basic DOS operating system cannot achieve the desired results. Forgetting the login password for another account is one such case. Changing the login password in the command prompt does not require the old password.

  • How to Change a Live ID Password

    Windows Live ID is a program produced by Microsoft that provides a single sign-on to access many different websites. Services that use this technique include Hotmail, MSNBC, MSN, Xbox 360’s Live, Zune and NET Messenger Service. Any program previously associated with Microsoft Wallet or Passport now uses Live ID as their user platform. Securing a new password for this program is a straightforward process. You must know your ID name to reset the password and re-establish your account.

  • How to Change a Username & Password for WiFi

    A Wi-Fi connection must be protected with a strong password to prevent it from being hacked. Your user name and password are used to log in to the wireless router configuration screen for you to modify your settings. When your username and password are too easy that they can be decoded with a couple of guesses, your Wi-Fi connection will easily be invaded. It is important that you pay attention to this security detail to avoid unauthorized invasions.

  • How to Change Password Icons

    Versions of Microsoft Windows, from XP through Windows 7, allow PC owners to create multiple user accounts, each capable of password protection and represented by a unique user icon on the welcome screen. While a number of default images are available to users, you can use any image on your computer as your user icon, making your account on your Windows PC uniquely your own.

  • How to Change the Password on a Modem

    If you want to change the password that you've given to your wireless or wired computer network, you'll have to do so using the "Settings" application built into your modem-router. A combination modem-router both accesses the Internet and simultaneously makes it possible for multiple machines to connect to the Internet.

  • How to Change a Password in AIX

    AIX is an operating system created by IBM. Passwords are particular codes of data that help keep user account information private.

  • How to Change the Proxy Username & Password in IE 6

    If your computer is on a network that utilizes a proxy server in order to get online, you may have noticed that there is no obvious way in Internet Explorer 6 to change the username and password that are utilized for the proxy server in the event that your network credentials change. This is because your login information for the proxy server is saved by Windows XP itself rather than Internet Explorer. Use the password manager included with Windows XP to change your username and password for a proxy server.

  • How to Change a Computer's Current Password

    Changing the current password for your computer is necessary to keep your computer safe and to ensure that you remember what it is. If you need to change the password on your Windows, Mac or Linux computer, it is extremely easy to do. You don't even have to be a computer expert, but knowing the basics about computers will be helpful.

  • How to Change the Password for Netgear

    Netgear is a common home or small office router used to connect several machines. All Netgear routers ship with a default user name and password for the administrator account, used to access and control the router's settings. If you leave the default administrator password on your router, you risk unauthorized access and your inner network can be compromised. Avoid this type of security issue by changing the default administrator password.

  • How to Change the Password in Ubuntu

    Ubuntu is an open source, free computer operating system. It is the most popular and user friendly of over 600 Linux distributions as of 2010. Ubuntu comes with a full office suite, multimedia and imaging software, among many others. It also has desktop access to hundreds of free applications through Ubuntu Software Center and Synaptic Package Manager. Ubuntu is created to flow with ease for any user, so you can easily change your system password.

  • How to Change Your Password on a MacBook

    Like the Windows operating systems, Mac OS-X (standard with MacBooks) allows you to have several user accounts and different passwords for each. If you've decided to change your password, you can do so with ease, no matter which version of OS-X your MacBook has. You will need your old password to change your MacBook's password; if you don't remember your old password, please see the "Tips" section for recovery information.

  • How to Change the Password of Yahoo ID

    If you feel that your Yahoo account has been compromised, you need to change the password as soon as possible. Even if your account is secure, it is always a good idea to change your passwords every so often just for extra security. This will reduce the chance of people being able to get a hold of your account and personal information. The safety of your email, contacts, calendar and any other information you are storing on your Yahoo account is a top priority when it comes to protecting your computer and personal information.

  • How to Change iTunes Password

    Your Apple ID and password should remain private because they allow you to buy items from the iTunes Store and to access to your personal information, including your affiliated credit card information. If you suspect that someone else is using your iTunes account, change the password to protect yourself.

  • How to Change the Password for a Fingerprint ID

    New computer features make it easier than ever to protect your personal information. Fingerprint identification personalizes security and is virtually impossible to hack. This can pose a problem for the owner, however, if he needs to change his personal information and can't remember the password to get into the program itself. But there is a solution to this fairly common occurrence. And the fingerprint identification makes the process more secure by ensuring that only an authorized user of the computer can retrieve this information.

  • How to Limit Internet Access

    Employers needing a way to prevent workers from accessing social networking sites during the work day or parents wanting to limit the time their children spend online can do so by using software designed to limit Internet usage. These limitations can apply to approved and blocked sites or times of day when the Internet is inaccessible. Once a software program has been installed, as long as you keep it running no users can change the settings without your password.

  • How to Change the Password on Microsoft Outlook

    Microsoft Outlook is one of the most common business email clients. If you have recently begun work at a business that uses Microsoft Outlook, you may be wondering how to accomplish certain basic functions such as changing a password, as the menu option for doing so likely differs from the web mail account that you may be using at home. This article discusses the steps needed to change an email password in Microsoft Outlook.

  • How to Change a Password for a Fingerprint ID on an HP Laptop

    An HP laptop is a powerful and versatile personal computer that will serve most people's personal or business needs. One convenient security feature common to HP laptops is the fingerprint ID system. You can use a fingerprint to log in and gain access to the entire operating system of the laptop, as well as individual applications and password-protected websites. If you want to change a password for a fingerprint ID on your HP laptop, it is a simple process that should take less than one minute.

  • How to Change PayPal Password

    Secure your PayPal account from unauthorized users by periodically changing your account password. Changing passwords regularly to your important accounts is a good cyber habit to cultivate. If you suspect your PayPal account has been compromised, immediately log in and change your password, even before you contact PayPal about the matter.

  • How to Change Password in Airlink

    Airlink+ is a company that specializes in high technology products. Specifically, the company sells wireless networking devices, data communications and products for personal computers (PCs). As with any technology, sometimes the challenge is just gaining access. Accessing security options is straightforward with Airlink, but you will need a secure password that you can remember.

  • How to Change a Google Gmail Password

    Do you want to change the password for your Google Gmail account? At first glance you may not know how to find this option. Often the options are difficult to find in email programs, but Google makes it simple. A new password is just a few clicks away.

  • How Do I Change My Road Runner Webmail Password?

    Road Runner email addresses all come in the same format, regardless of the community in which you live. That format is YourUserName@StateAbbrev.rr.com. For example, Joe Smith in Michigan might use joesmith@mi.rr.com. Formerly, his address would have been joesmith@TWmi.rr.com, however, Road Runner no longer uses the TW for Time Warner, and will not recognize the old address if you attempt to sign in to change your password with it.

  • How Often Should You Change Your Password?

    Just like a combination for a lock, a security password for your computer can keep intruders away. Unlike the lock, however, you need to change your password on a regular basis to thwart those who would steal your identity.

  • How To Change an Apps Password

    When using applications on a PC or Mac computer that require you to enter a password, you are given the option of storing the password in your system's memory. This feature is especially useful for e-mail programs and other applications that you use multiple times every day. If you need to change a password used in one of your applications, you can make the change in Key Manager on a PC or Keychain Access on a Mac.

  • How to Change a DataONE Password

    Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is India's largest telecommunications company. BSNL provides almost all telecom service in the country. The major services provided by the company include wireless, mobile, Internet, and toll-free and premium calling. BSNL also provides broadband Internet access plans, referred to as DataOne, to homes and small businesses. Included in the Internet service is a free email account requiring a username and password for access.

  • How to Change AIM Password

    AOL has made changing your AOL Instant Messenger password easy. It's as simple as following a few steps to making sure your password is safe and secure.

  • How to Change an eBay Password

    EBay is the world's No. 1 online auction place. There are almost 4 million auctions on eBay each day offering a variety of goods and services. Each eBay customer (buyer or seller) must have an account in order to participate in auctions. To prevent an unauthorized access to your eBay account and its fraudulent usage you should change your password at least every other month.

  • How to Change Juno Password

    Juno is an email service you can use to communicate with others. After the initial setup, you can change the current password anytime and as many times as you want. There are many hackers and attackers who work tirelessly to figure passwords and log into email accounts and steal personal information; therefore changing your password time and time again is important for security reasons. Changing Juno password is a quick and simple process.

  • How to Change a Password for AOL

    AOL includes both email and instant messaging features. All these features use one password to access the accounts. Passwords are designed to protect other users from accessing your accounts. They are unique and can consist of both letters and numbers. Changing an AOL password is actually very simple, and you will still have the luxury of keeping one password for both email and instant messaging.

  • How to Change a Password for MySpace

    Changing a Myspace.com password takes only a few minutes. To change the password, you have to know your old password. If you don't know it, use the "forgot password" link on the log-in screen. You'll receive an email with a new password and you change the password as the instructions list below. Without a password, logging into an account is impossible. Passwords protect the security of the account and your information.

  • How to Change Your VPN Password

    Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are computer networks in which users are connected to the network across open Internet connections. A VPN makes use of secure connection features and decentralized authentication methods in order to create a network that's both efficient and secure. VPNs are popular for use by company employees who must travel while requiring access to network resources. A common task for VPN users is changing the VPN password when not on-site at your workplace.

  • Changing a Hotmail Password

    Basic email safety involves changing your password frequently. Regularly changing your password is even more crucial if you use a web-based email program such as Windows Hotmail. Hackers and spammers frequently target Hotmail accounts, and changing your password can reduce your risk greatly. Learn how to change your Hotmail password.

  • How to Change a Password on a Poppassd Server

    Poppassd is a small program that runs on port 109 of a host mail server. The program is used by operating systems to allow users to change their mail password using a command prompt. The program can be run as a service on the main server and used by email clients to change their passwords. The command line interface is a tiny program that only has a few steps to use.

  • How to Change a Database Link Password

    A database link allows you to access another database from the Oracle database. The remote database does not have to be an Oracle database. The link can be used to access the tables and views of the remote database using the Select, Insert, Update or Delete statements. The database link can be created with a static password. However, once this password is created, it cannot be altered. Instead, you must drop the original database link and create a second one with the new password.

  • How to Change Your Samba Password

    Samba is a free software suite that allows file and printer sharing between Windows and other operating systems such as Linux/UNIX. The Samba package should be installed on a Linux computer and the shared resources are accessed from Windows using a username and password. The Samba password should be periodically changed (ideally every other month) for security.

  • How to Change Your Guest Password

    The Guest account is a user account in Windows XP that is automatically created upon installation. It is set with a blank password by default. Microsoft doesn't recommend disabling the Guest account because, if you do so, you may not be able to access network resources. You can turn off the Guest account, but the account will still be functional. If you are concerned about security, you can set a password to prevent hackers from gaining access to your system through this account. Although you can't change the password through the Control Panel, it is possible to create a password…

  • How To Change a BSNL Password

    Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited is India's number one Internet service provider. The company's broadband internet is called BSNL Dataone. The common broadband plan is called Dialer which requires the user to provide a username and password to connect to the Internet. For security reasons, it is a good idea to change the password regularly to avoid someone else using your Internet service.

  • How to Change an iLO Password

    ILO, or Integrated Lights Out, is a server remote designed to run on Hewlett-Packard ProLiant servers. The remote allows an administrator access to the server from a remote location, without needing to sit in front of the actual server to fix or correct issues. There will be times when you will want to change the iLO password, which will require to you to access the actual server to perform the task manually.

  • How to Change Your WordPress Password

    WordPress is one of the most popular blogging platforms. It is available in two forms. The free option is to have a blog at WordPress.com. The other way is to have a self-hosted WordPress website. Code for the self-hosted version can be downloaded at WordPress.org. The steps to change a user's password are the same for both versions.

  • How to Change a KWallet Password

    KWallet is an application for the Linux KDE desktop that allows users to store passwords in files called "wallets" that are encrypted for security purposes. You can store each password in an individual wallet, or you can store multiple passwords in one wallet. Each wallet is also protected by a password, which can be easily changed.

  • How to Change the RAR Password

    A RAR archive is a type of computer file known as an archive. The RAR file contains multiple other computer files all compressed down into one file thanks to a program called WinRAR. WinRAR does not give users the option to change a password once one has already been applied to a RAR archive. The user must create a new archive with a different password. Luckily, this can be done in just a few simple steps.

  • How Can I Change My Hotmail Password?

    Hotmail passwords, like all email passwords, should be changed frequently. This helps prevent hackers from figuring out your password and doing malicious things with your account. Although passwords by no means offer total security, they are one important part of Internet safety. Changing a password is fairly simple---if you know where to go to do so. Perhaps some websites and email programs have a big sign reading "Change your password here!" but most do not---and Hotmail is no exception.

  • How to Change a Password in OWA

    OWA (Outlook Web Access) is Microsoft's online email client. OWA is commonly used by businesses and institutions to streamline employee and member email access. OWA has a very similar interface to the home PC version of Microsoft Outlook.

  • How to Change an iNotes Password

    iNotes is a solution from IBM's Lotus Notes software that allows users to access email online. Web-based email makes it easier for users to grab messages anywhere--even when traveling for business or pleasure. For security, users should change their passwords regularly. Changing an iNotes password is accomplished within the software console.

  • How to Change an AirPort Password

    When you originally set up your AirPort wireless router, you are prompted to create a wireless network and select a password to secure it. As time goes on, you may decide to change the password, especially if outsiders have been able to penetrate your wireless network. All AirPort router settings are configured in the AirPort Utility program.

  • How to Change Your Google Password

    Although its fame roots from its search engine, Google offers other services such as email, groups and alerts. To access these features, you must create a Google account. Your Google account can also be used at Blogger.com or to use Google's AdSense advertisement revenue program. Generally, you must know your Google account password to change it. The only exception to this is if you have previously changed your password recovery options through Google's "Manage Account" page.

  • How To Change an Access Password

    Microsoft Access is a desktop database application that gives users the ability to create small database files for small office networks or home use. Access has query-creating capabilities, relational table linking, and reporting options. Having a password on your file is important for data security. To that end, changing the Access password only takes a few steps for an authorized user.

  • How To Change a Password in Unix

    A password is an important security feature of Unix user accounts. It should be periodically changed (ideally every other month) to achieve a necessary level of security. Unix has a system tool (“passwd”) to easily change user passwords.

  • How to Change a Telnet Password

    Telnet is an application that runs on host servers offering a method for command line interaction. Changing the telnet password involves logging into the server and typing a few commands at the prompt. Although telnet is not commonly used in the Windows world, it's still practiced in Linux applications. Changing the telnet password only takes a few steps from your Windows client computer.

  • How to Change a SingPass Password

    SingPass passwords give access to official Singapore government websites. They are available to all legal residents of Singapore and foreigners who are dependent on a Singapore resident. It is important to change your password regularly to ensure nobody can get access to your log-in information. Changing your SingPass password is simple and can be done in just a few short steps.

  • How to Change Superadmin Password

    The superadmin password is used in a content management system called Joomla. The admin's password is stored in the mySQL database that is used by the application. To change the password when unable to log in to the system, the administrator needs to access the mySQL database and change it in the table. This is done through the mySQL desktop console or your Web host server's browser interface.

  • How to Change the Superuser Password

    Superuser or root is a user that has administrative privileges at the Linux operating systems. To change the superuser password, you must know the current password. Linux has a convenient system tool ("passwd") to manipulate user passwords.

  • How to Change the Caroot Password

    ArcServe is a backup software used by businesses to save archived backups of important documents and software. Hopefully, backups aren't needed often, so occasionally administrators forget the caroot password, which is the password needed to access files. A reset is needed when passwords aren't accessible.

  • How to Connect to a Remote Server in PHP

    Database-driven websites rely on a remote server to store data, which is retrieved by connecting to that remote server and extracting information from the database(s) to display on a website. You can easily connect to any server.

  • How to Change a Bebo Password

    Bebo is a social networking website that was deployed in early 2005. Bebo is best known for supporting internationalization and is used in a number of different countries. The social networking site was relaunched in the summer of 2005 and was bought by AOL in 2008. A common task for Bebo users that arises is changing your Bebo account password in order to prevent password theft by others. All that is required to change your Bebo password is Internet access on a computer with a web browser.

  • How to Change a VNC Password

    Virtual Network Computing (VNC) is a remote desktop connectivity application. VNC allows a computer running the VNC Viewer to connect with a computer running the VNC Server. While connected, the computer running VNC Viewer will see and be able to interact with the desktop of the machine running VNC Server. VNC Server may be secured with a user password so that the password is required for each connection. This password may be easily changed on VNC Server.

  • How to Change an Internet Password

    This step-by-step article tells you how to change a password that allows you to access a particular website or secure areas of that website.

  • How to Change Orkut Password

    Orkut is a social network, similar to Facebook and Myspace, that allows you to keep in contact with friends and relatives, and meet new people based on your interests. The social network also boasts a variety of online communities. Orkut is owned by Google, and all personal settings, including your Orkut password, are changed in Google Accounts.

  • How to Delete Duplicates With Oracle SQL

    Odds are high that if you are reading this article, you are using an Oracle database and already discovered duplicates in one or many of your tables. Not to worry, eliminating duplicates through your SQL code can be easily done. However, as many good programmers know, just because you can delete something doesn't mean you should.

  • How to Change MSN Passwords

    Change an MSN Messenger password by going into the "Mail" section of a Window's Live account, signing in and going to "Account Summary." Update an old password for an MSN Internet Messenger account every few months with tips in this free video on Internet messaging computer programs from a Web designer and producer.

  • How to Change Your Password on Yahoo!

    In order to change a Yahoo! password, sign in to Yahoo!, click on the ID name and then on "Change Password." Change your Yahoo! password and confirm the change with tips from an Internet business consultant in this free video on Internet tools.

  • How to Change the Sign On Password on a Computer Without Knowing the Original

    If you want to change a computer's sing-on password without actually knowing the original password, then today's your lucky day. You don't need to be computer savvy to do this.

  • How to Change Your AIM Password

    AOL Instant Messenger lets you communicate with other AIM users across the Internet. Changing your password regularly is an important part of keeping your account and computer secure. Combined with regular software updates, periodic password changes ensure that others don't gain access to your AIM account. A best practice is to change your password every three to six months. Changing your password in the AIM program only takes a few moments.

  • How to Change a Password in Yahoo! Messenger

    You should change your Yahoo! Messenger password for security purposes. Pick a password that only you can remember, but one that's unique so that no one else figures it out.

  • How to Change Gmail Password

    Gmail is a free email service provided by Google that lets you access your email from any Web browser on your computer or Web-enabled mobile device. Password security is an important consideration for your Gmail account, and you should change your password on a frequent basis to help ensure that your account stays safe and protected against intruders.

  • How to Change Router Passwords

    Network security has become a very real and important issue. The ability for people to access sensitive hardware and information is a critical issue and all the measures that can reasonably be put in place to stop this act should be implemented. One way to protect your network hardware is to change the password for access to your router from the factory default to one that is unique and private. Read on to learn more.

  • How to Change MSN Passwords

    Internet security is a big concern for nearly everyone who goes online. Identity thieves and malicious hackers abound in the free-for-all Web-based world. Many Web sites now take measures to protect your security when you visit them. Firewalls, encryption codes and personal questions to verify your identity are all methods of keeping you safe online. When you're using MSN, you can be proactive in promoting your personal security by knowing how to change the passwords on all your MSN accounts. Frequent changes to passwords are an excellent way to keep Internet criminals at bay. Follow these steps to find out…

  • How to Change Your Skype Password

    Choosing a password that is easy to remember and difficult for others to guess is the key to keeping your Skype account secure. Changing that password is simple; you should do it every two months. Here's how to change your Skype password:

  • How to Change Your Blogger Password

    A secure password protects your blog and your privacy. If you think an unauthorized individual has gained access to your account and wish to change your password, here's how to do it.

  • How to change your password on Yahoo!

    If you have an account with Yahoo! and would like to change your password these simple step will walk you through the process. Changing your password frequently will provide greater protection for your private information.

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