How to Find and Delete PWL Files in Windows 95/98?

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To find and delete PWL files in Windows 95/98, navigate to the \Windows directory or its variants (\win95, \win98) where the files are stored. These password files are not locked after logging in, allowing for easy deletion using Windows Explorer. This process is essential for users looking to reset their passwords on these older operating systems.

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would someone pls tell me how to find the pwl files and delete them for a new pw?
 
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password files? I haven't messed with those since pre Windows NT 4.0 days..

What OS are you on?
 
If you're running Windows 95/98, the .pwl files are in the \Windows directory (or \win95, \win98 - wherever your OS is). You can delete them with explorer, they are not locked once you log in.
 

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