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Unable to log in to Ubuntu on computer.

Asked by Rolg

I recently installed UBUNTU software; everything so far is ok. But, this morning when I tried logging in I got a message saying my password is incorrect. I know my password is correct because I wrote it down. How can I solve this problem? I did not see any option to change password or offering help to retrieve ones password.

All help would be greatly appreciated.

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Best Zombie (initramfs) said : 		#1

Rolg,

Boot ubuntu in Recovery Mode.
When you get to the terminal prompt, execute the following command:
passwd username [Ex passwd rolg]
It will ask you for a new password twice. After its done, reboot by using this command:
/sbin/reboot

With Regards,
Zombie.

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Rolg (rolg-98) said : 		#2

Thank you so much for your reply, and responding to my
question. I'm very pleased to inform you that your
suggestion has worked.

Regards,

Rolg

--- Zombie <email address hidden>
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> Your question #27132 on Ubuntu changed:
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> Status: Open => Answered
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> Zombie proposed the following answer:
> Rolg,
>
> Boot ubuntu in Recovery Mode.
> When you get to the terminal prompt, execute the
> following command:
> passwd username [Ex passwd rolg]
> It will ask you for a new password twice. After its
> done, reboot by using this command:
> /sbin/reboot
>
> With Regards,
> Zombie.
>
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Rolg (rolg-98) said : 		#3

Thanks Zombie, that solved my question.