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    Why would I password protect my home computer?
    Luigi Oppido
    Luigi Oppido
    Computer & Tech Specialist
    Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
    Luigi Oppido
    Computer & Tech Specialist
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    Even if you don't think anyone else is going to use your computer, you never know. What if someone breaks into your home and steals it? If it isn't password-protected, whoever has your computer will have access to all of your personal information.
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    Do I need to sing in every time I use my computer?
    Luigi Oppido
    Luigi Oppido
    Computer & Tech Specialist
    Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
    Luigi Oppido
    Computer & Tech Specialist
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    If you enable the password protection, yes. It shouldn't take you more than a few seconds to enter your password, though. It's worth it for a little peace of mind.
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    How do I lock my computer?
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    Community Answer
    Press Windows key + L, and your computer is locked.
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    How do I keep a Windows password from expiring?
    R2_d2000
    R2_d2000
    Top Answerer
    Password expiration on Windows is typically set by your company's IT department, and you can't prevent it from expiring.
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