Some how the user account I had that was designated as computer administrator was deleted from my computer. I can no longer add user accounts, install software, etc. How do I get a user account set up again as computer administrator. I am using Windows XP.

Some how the user account I had that was designated as computer administrator was deleted from my computer. I can no longer add user accounts, install software, etc. How do I get a user account set up again as computer administrator. I am using Windows XP. We are not allowed to assist users to circumvent password protection, regardless of what the " reasons " are.Here is the Microsoft Policy regarding this matter :http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/vistasecurity/thread/3eba3150-8742-4264-be9f-0daaad2282cdFor the benefits of others looking for answers, please mark the suggestion as Answered if it solves your problem.

Hi, · Are there other user accounts (like standard user accounts)? You will be able to login into computer default administrator account in Windows XP by booting the computer into the safe mode. A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222 DianaMicrosoft Answers Support EngineerVisit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.If this post helps to resolve your issue, please click the "Mark as Answer" or "Helpful" button at the top of this message. By marking a post as Answered, or Helpful you help others find the answer faster.