How to Use Ubuntu to Reset Windows Password?

Have you forgotten your Windows password and are now locked out of your computer? Don't worry, there is a way to reset your Windows password using Ubuntu, a popular Linux distribution. This method involves creating a bootable Ubuntu USB drive, accessing the Windows system files, and resetting the password. Here's how you can do it:

1. Download the Ubuntu ISO file from the official website and create a bootable USB drive using tools like Rufus or BalenaEtcher.
2. Boot your computer from the Ubuntu USB drive by changing the boot order in the BIOS settings.
3. Once in Ubuntu, open the file manager and locate the Windows disk partition.
4. Navigate to the Windows System32 folder located in C:\Windows\System32.
5. Find the sethc.exe file and rename it to sethc.exe.bak. Then, locate the cmd.exe file and copy it. Rename the copied file as sethc.exe.
6. Reboot your computer back into Windows. When you reach the login screen, press the Shift key five times to open a Command Prompt with administrator privileges.
7. In the Command Prompt, type 'net user' to view a list of user accounts. Choose the account for which you want to reset the password and type 'net user username newpassword' to set a new password.
8. You can now log in to Windows using the new password you just set.

Resetting your Windows password using Ubuntu can be a lifesaver when you are locked out of your computer. Remember to keep your passwords secure and always have a backup plan in case you forget them. Stay safe online!