how do i put a password on my pc

silkyuk9

how do i put a password on my pc so when it boots up no one can use it.

Browntoa

you need to set it in BIOS , normally F2 as the PC boots (may call it setup)

custardy

or you can just add one to the user account in windows, if you prefer

hippyadam

Both BIOS & Windows passwords can be cracked with relative ease.

If its vital that the data on the computer does not fall into the wrong hands (Ie it has business data on it) you would be better served by encrypting the drive.

Try truecrypt for a free open source encryption solution

John_Gray

Browntoa wrote: »

you need to set it in BIOS , normally F2 as the PC boots (may call it setup)

Or Del, or F1 - it depends very much on the PC and/or BIOS manufacturer.