# How to Login to a Company Computer for the First Time - Active Directory

Follow these steps to log in to your computer for the first time after joining the company:

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### **Step 1: Get Your Login Details**

- **Username**: Provided by IT (e.g., `jdoe`). This is what you use to log in to your computer.
- **Temporary Password**: A one-time password provided by IT for your first login.
- **Email Address**: Separate from your username, used for communication (e.g., `yourname@companydomain.com`).

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### **Step 2: Turn On the Computer**

1. Power on your computer and wait for the login screen to appear.
2. Make sure the device is connected to the company network: 
    - **At the office**: The computer will usually connect automatically.
    - **Working remotely**: Connect to Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable.

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### **Step 3: Log In**

1. **Click Other User:[![remove-windows-11-password_login.png](https://book.msls.tech/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/remove-windows-11-password-login.png)](https://book.msls.tech/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/remove-windows-11-password-login.png)**
2. **Enter your Username**: 
    - Use the username provided (e.g., `jdoe`). Do not include “@companydomain.com”.
3. **Enter your Password**: 
    - Use the temporary password provided by IT.
4. **Change Your Password**: 
    - You will be prompted to create a new password. Choose one that meets company security standards: 
        - Use a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.
        - Example: `SecurePass2024!`.

[![remove-windows-11-password_change.png](https://book.msls.tech/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/remove-windows-11-password-change.png)](https://book.msls.tech/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/remove-windows-11-password-change.png)

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### **Step 4: Confirm Access**

- After logging in: 
    - Ensure you can access your desktop.
    - Open tools like email, shared folders, or other company applications to confirm everything works.

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### **Step 5: Get Help if Needed**

- If you experience issues: 
    - Double-check your username and password.
    - Ensure your computer is connected to the network.
    - Contact IT for assistance.

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