How to Reset Password for Windows 8

Forgetting your Windows 8 password can be a frustrating experience, but don’t worry – there are ways to reset it and regain access to your system. Follow these steps to reset your password for Windows 8:

1. Boot your Windows 8 computer and click on 'Reset password' at the login screen.
2. Insert your Windows 8 installation disk or USB drive and restart your computer.
3. Boot from the installation disk or USB drive and select 'Repair your computer'.
4. Choose 'Troubleshoot' > 'Advanced options' > 'Command Prompt'.
5. Once Command Prompt opens, type 'copy c:\windows\system32\sethc.exe c:\' and press Enter. Then type 'copy c:\windows\system32\cmd.exe c:\windows\system32\sethc.exe' and press Enter.
6. Close Command Prompt and reboot your computer. At the login screen, press the 'Shift' key 5 times to open Command Prompt.
7. Finally, type 'net user username newpassword' (replace 'username' with your actual username and 'newpassword' with your new password) and press Enter.
8. You can now log in to Windows 8 using your new password.

It's important to note that these steps should be followed carefully and may vary based on your specific Windows version. If you are unable to reset your password using these methods, consider seeking professional help to regain access to your system.