How do I change the default user profile?

Q: I have recently created a second profile for my XP Home computer which I have given Administrator rights. I can't seem to figure out how I can make Windows recognize my new profile as the default one. It just boots directly to my first Administrator account. Can you assist me with making my second account the default one?

A: Sure, here's how:

1. Go to Start
2. Select Run
3. Type in: control userpasswords2
4. Press Enter
5. Click the user account that you would like to make the default account by clicking it.
6. Uncheck the checkbox titled: "Users must enter username and password"
7. Select Apply (enter the password if applicable)
8. Click OK to close the remaining windows

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