Windows.XP.in.a.Nutshell.1002005.2Ed [Electronic resources] نسخه متنی

These settings deal with the way
passwords are
handled in Windows XP. See also "Users".

Passwords, automatic logon

Control Panel Internet
Options Security tab
Custom Level
User Authentication

(It's best to disable this feature; otherwise,
another server can gain access to your username and password.)

Passwords, change

Control Panel User
Accounts click an account
from the list Change my
password

Passwords, expiration

Group Policy (gpedit.msc)
Computer Configuration
Windows Settings
Security Settings
Account Policies
Password Policy

Passwords, prevent forgotten passwords

Control Panel User
Accounts click an account
from the list Related
Tasks section Prevent a
forgotten password

Passwords, require for exiting screensaver

Control Panel Display
Screen Saver tab
On resume, password
protect

Passwords, require for resuming from standby mode

Control Panel Power
Options Advanced tab
Prompt for password when
computer resumes from standby

Passwords, saving in web pages

Control Panel Internet
Options Content tab
AutoComplete

Passwords, security policies

Group Policy (gpedit.msc)
Computer Configuration
Windows Settings
Security Settings
Account Policies
Password Policy

Passwords, show "Change Password" in Ctrl-Alt-Del window

Group Policy (gpedit.msc)
User Configuration
Administrative Templates
System
Ctrl+Alt+Del Options