So you forgot your Windows password and are now locked out. What to do? We'll show you the best ways to get back into the system.

Easy access to your data even without a password Important first: Logging into Windows with a user name and password is not primarily used to protect your data, but to assign individual user profiles.

Using passkeys is a safer alternative to the risky password habits 49% of US adults use, according to CNET's password survey.