How Do You Reset An Administrator Password In Windows Server 2003?
Microsoft Best Practices suggest that passwords should be changed on a regular basis. One Microsoft author recommends that passwords be changed every 30 to 90 days for optimal security. Passwords are managed in Windows 2003 through the User Account Control feature. The Password Reset function may be accessed by simultaneously pressing the “CTRL,” “ALT” and “DEL” (Control, Alt and Delete) buttons on the keyboard and making a selection from the UAC dialog box. The UAC feature allows the logged-in user to change the password associated with the active account. Log on to the Windows 2003 computer with the Administrator user ID and password. The UAC dialog box will appear. Click the “Change Password” button in the bottom left corner of the UAC dialog box. Type the current password for the Administrator account into the first input box. Type the new password into the second and third boxes. Typing the password twice confirms and verifies the password. Click the “OK” button. The Administrator
