With any computer, having a strong password is important for keeping it secure.

If you decide to change your password for whatever reason, the process should be relatively simple.

With Linux Mint the process to change your user password is nice and simple.

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Press the Super key, then key in Account details and hit enter.

To be able to change your password, grab the censored-out password on the right-hand side.

press the censored password to change your account password.

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To change your password, drop your old password, then your new password.

Once youre happy with your new password, hit Change to apply the change.

Tip: The bar below the New password box is a strength meter.

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Ideally, your password should receive a strong rating.

To get one, aim for 10 characters and also use letters, numbers, and symbols.

type your old password, then the new password you want to use.

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