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How to Perform a New Installation of Windows XP - Part 2 of 3

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Enter a Computer Name and Administrator Password

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Install Windows XP - Step 15 of 30

The Computer Name and Administrator Password window will appear next.

In the Computer name: text box, Windows XP Setup has suggested a unique computer name for you. If your computer will be on a network, this is how it will be identified to other computers. Feel free to change the computer name to anything you wish.

In the Administrator password: text box, enter a password for the local administrator account. This field can be left blank but it's not recommended to do so for security purposes. Confirm this password in the Confirm password: text box.

Click Next > when complete.

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