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Right, OH might understand you both but Rollo, what does typing netplwiz actually activate? Is this to do with turning off the password please.


Errol "You can turn that off if nobody else uses the computer although it lessens security of course" Not sure what you are referring to here, sorry.

I am referring to the fact that if you turn off that facility, anyone can physically access your computer so it would be less secure (as well as other security implications). You should always really password protect your computer.

netplwiz is a little programme for managing user accounts, passwords etc

passwords have become very weak security which is why all serious terminals use at least a keyboard with a slot for a security card. This is fairly foolproof unless the user leaves their card in the slot.

Passwords can be logged by keyloggers and hidden cameras. They can serve a role in a small office or at home to keep the digitally challenged from rooting around. For the most part though they are false security just like Yale keys.

Moving the internet of ip4 and onto ip6 would help no end with improving internet security. Trouble is the hackers at GCHQ etc would be badly put out which I guess is why ISPs are not rolling it out even if their routers are ip6 capable. Businesses often have the option and should use it.

"resistance is futile"

You won't be turning the password off as such, merely bypassing it - if that makes sense

Thank you both, have given all that to OH. who at the moment is bewailing the fact that he has lost the connection to the Tom tom set up.


He has also had a problem making W10 accept his second e mail address. We both have two, the google one was accepted but Blueyonder not.

for Errol

http://www.darkreading.com/cloud/microsoft-windows-10-three-security-features-to-know-about/d/d-id/1320650

Thanks Rollo