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I installed Ubuntu a few years ago on an old computer (Acer Aspire One, with no CD-ROM). Now I would like to change it to the latest version of Lubuntu but I do not remember my password for the computer. It is possible to install Lubuntu without the password to the computer? If yes, what would be the best way of doing this?

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    Have you tried [this](http://askubuntu.com/a/24024/253251) method to reset forgotten password ? – Liso Nov 03 '16 at 03:22
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    If you're fine with wiping the HDD, just boot the install disc and go for it. If you need to backup the files first, it gets more complicated. – wjandrea Nov 03 '16 at 03:24

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Yes. You don't need to remember old Ubuntu password to install new. You just boot a bootable CD/USB and wipe the partition belonging to old Ubuntu install and install Lubuntu on it.

If you still want to reset the password check this question

To create bootable USB from ISO check this question

Check these for installation help

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