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Adding a New User Profile in Windows Vista

By Christy Matte, About.com

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Name the Account

Give the Account a Name

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  • Enter a name for the account.
  • Choose the type of account: Standard User or Administrator. Note: All children in the household should have a Standard User account.
  • Click on "Create Account."

Index: Adding a New User Profile in Windows Vista

  1. Access the Control Panel
  2. Add a User Account
  3. Create the Account
  4. Name the Account
  5. Edit Account Settings

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