No, deleting entries in the registry will not clear a password. As mentioned is this FAQ entry, the password hash is stored in the registry in a hashed format. Deleting the hash from the registry will not remove the password itself, but will simply remove the ability to authenticate with that password. If you need to clear a password, the correct way to do so is to use the built-in Windows tools to reset the password or remove it entirely. For example, if you have administrative access to the computer,… Read More
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Is Windows password stored in the registry?
Yes, Windows password hashes are stored in the registry in a hashed format. The exact location of the password hash depends on the version of Windows you are using. In Windows 10, for example, the password hash is stored in the SAM (Security Accounts Manager) registry hive, which is located in the %SystemRoot%\system32\config directory. The password hash is stored in the SAM hive as part of the user’s security identifier (SID). However, it’s important to note that the password hash is not stored in plaintext, but is instead hashed using… Read More
Can you monetize a Facebook Page?
Yes, it is possible to monetize a Facebook page in several ways. Here are some of the ways you can make money from a Facebook page: In order to monetize your Facebook page successfully, it’s important to have a large and engaged audience. You should also ensure that your content is high-quality, relevant, and consistent to keep your audience interested and engaged.
Can you create multiple Facebook accounts?
Facebook’s terms of service state that individuals are allowed to have only one Facebook account. Creating multiple accounts is a violation of these terms and could result in the accounts being disabled or deleted. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, if you have a personal account and also manage a business or organization’s Facebook Page, you may be allowed to create a separate account for that purpose. It’s important to note that Facebook’s algorithm is designed to detect and disable duplicate accounts, so attempting to create… Read More
How to Secure a Windows 10/11 Computer
Did you just unpack your newly delivered computer running the latest Windows 11? Or do you have an older computer that you are actively maintaining? While a brand-new Windows computer may have some built-in security features, it’s not entirely secure out of the box. Here are some reasons why: Therefore, it’s important to take the necessary steps to secure your Windows computer. These same procedures are applicable to older computers as they might be at risk as well. Listed below are practical steps to secure your Windows computer: These tips… Read More
The Top 10 Mostly Downloaded Mobile Apps
Mobile apps are software applications designed to run on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. They are developed for various platforms such as iOS, Android, and Windows, and are available for download from app stores or other distribution platforms. Mobile apps can offer a wide range of functionalities such as social networking, gaming, productivity, entertainment, health and fitness, education, and more. They can be free or paid, and may include in-app purchases or advertisements. As of the last quarter of 2021, the top 10 most downloaded mobile apps worldwide… Read More
What are the Top Ten Programming Languages in the World?
A programming language is a set of rules, instructions, and syntax used to communicate with a computer or other computing device. It allows programmers to create software, websites, and applications by providing a way to write code that can be executed by a computer. Programming languages are important in today’s technology because they provide a way for humans to communicate with machines and automate tasks. They allow programmers to create complex software systems, such as operating systems, web applications, and video games. Without programming languages, computers would be limited to… Read More
Data Validation drop-down boxes are missing in a different version on Excel
MS Excel has some known inconsistency or incompatibility when it comes to its data validation list feature. The exact problem is that, if your file contains data validation lists created in Excel 2007, these data validation lists are gone when you open it in Excel 2010. If this “data validation” thing in Excel is new to you or something that you have not tried so far, please read this article for the complete and detailed procedures in creating and using data validation lists: http://www.technicalforum.org/ms-office/excel-200720102013-using-data-va… Let us take as an example… Read More
Creating Groups or Contact Categories in your Hotmail/Outlook Account and Managing Contacts
When the classic Hotmail interface was replaced by this “NEW Outlook” interface, several things changed. This includes working with email contacts, managing your contacts and creating categories or contact groups. If you want to manage your contacts or the various email addresses you have accumulated over the years, one way to do so is by creating GROUPS. Groups are just “labels” or “categories” that will group email addresses together. When you send an email to a group, you just need to enter the group name or select the group from… Read More
Copying your existing contacts to Gmail
This article describes how you can add your existing address book or contacts to your Gmail account provided that the following conditions are true: You are using an email program like Thunderbird, MS Outlook 2003, 2007, 2010 or others; and You are accessing your Gmail account using a web browser. To be able to copy your existing contacts in your email program, like MS Outlook, to your Gmail account, you need to first EXPORT your contacts as a CSV file using your email program’s Export function. For MS Outlook, the… Read More