Thursday 6 January 2011

Change the Password Complexity of Windows Server 2008

For a default install of windows server 2008 the password has to be overly complex.  This is a right pain in the ass.  To switch this off (this won't work if it's part of a domain) use the following:

Start -> All Programs -> Administrative Tools -> Local Security Policy

Open Account Policy and change the field "Password must meet complexity requirements" to disabled.