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# 1  
Old 02-10-2007
Forgotten password
I am new to unix system hence please excuse my ignorance. I ahve a Dell computer Optiplex G1 30 MTR with Sco open server release 5. The system boots and finally asks for the password. Is it posible to retrive my password or change the same as I have lost my original password.

If any further iformation if required can be provided.

Thanks.
# 2  
Old 02-11-2007
You lost root password or an ordinay user password? If its root password then check this thread: https://www.unix.com/unix-for-dummies-questions-and-answers/20345-fortgot-root-password-sco-5-0-a.html otherwise simply change user's password after logging in with root password, you can contact your system administrator to change your password for you.
# 3  
Old 02-14-2007
in sco 5
if you are user(normal) not superuser then ask admin to change your passwd
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