Changing Passwords
How do I change my Unix & Windows passwords?
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To change your UNIX password, type “yppasswd” at the
command prompt and follow the directions.
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Make sure you choose a
secure password. You will need
two separate passwords, one for your UNIX account and one for your
Windows account.
What should I do if I forget either my Unix or Windows account password, or I cannot log in?
Bring a picture ID to EE/CS 1-213 during our
business hours. Our
staff members can manually change
your password and solve account problems, but we cannot help you without
proof of identity.
Do NOT send your password to the operator via e-mail. Messages sent via
e-mail are sent in plain readable text, which is easily intercepted by
hackers. If you send your password to operator via e-mail, we will close
your account until you reset your password. The operator will NOT send
you your password via e-mail. System Administrators will NEVER ask for
your password, they do not need it to do their job.
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