How do I lock my computer so no one can use it after I leave my office?

Question

I have Windows XP

Answer 1

Creating A Log On Password For Windows XP

Go into your Control Panel by first clicking on the Start Button.

Then click on the Control Panel icon located in the right column of the Start Menu.

If your Start Menu is set to the Classic View, then begin by clicking on the Start Button.

Then click on Settings, then click on the Control Panel icon to open up the Control Panel.

Now, Double click on the User Accounts icon to open up the User Accounts window.

Then click on the User Account that you want to create a password for.

Then click on the Create a password link on the left side of the screen.

Windows will ask you to Type a new password and also ask you to confirm it.

Type your Password in both areas and then you can also type in a password hint as well.

Now click on the Create Password button at the bottom of the screen to save your changes.

Windows will then ask you if want to make your files and folders private.

You can decide according to the provided information and then click on your choice.

Your password will be saved and you will need to enter it the next time you start your system.

Now close the User Accounts window and the Control Panel window to return back to your session.

Answer 2

There are several thing you can do, but be aware that if someone wants access they can get it.
1) Buy a padlock for the case, and lock the case so no one can open it.
2) Set the password in your BIOS. Use numbers, letters, and characters. Example: ~123*AbC=
It is very hard to crack.
3) Set you computer where you have to login when it bootup. Many used have it where it goes straight to the Desktop.
4) Set your screen saver to enable the password after a few minutes.
5) Get in the habit of locking your computer when you walk away from it. "Crtl+Alt+Del" select lock.
6) Before you leave for the day go to your NIC's properties page and disable your Network Access.
7) Make sure your computer is set to "Hard Drive Only" in the boot order. the easiest way to access others files is to simply boot from the floppy or CD.

Answer 3

Press the CTRL + ALT + Delete keys at the same time. Press the Lock Computer button

Answer 4

Set the screenSaver on, and check the box that says:
"On resume password protect",
Your screen saver password is the same as your logon password. If you do not use a password to log on, you cannot set a screen saver password.


To lock the computer simple press Control+Alt+Delete and choose lock computer

Answer 5

You can create a password for your screen saver. you can also create a password for your windows program. this is the only way I know how to lock out anyone... I know they have programs for it as well. but, easiest and cheapest way out is password on the screen saver.

Answer 6

Set up a password. Go to Control Panel...User Accounts...Change an account and from there you will choose a password.

Answer 7

Press Ctrl , alt , delete at the same time , and chose lock your computer.....

Answer 8

ctrl + alt + del
select lock

Answer 9

CTRL+ALT+Delete -> Lock Computer.

You will need your password to get back in.

Answer 10

ctrl-alt-del
[Lock Computer] is highlighted, so you can just press enter, or click the button.