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Uninstalling linux

2 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/uninstalling-linux.72792/

Shikher_neo
Shikher_neo Original post #1
Nov 9, 2007 at 1:46 AM
hey guys
i just lost my linux user name and password(dont live at my home and no lecturs please).Can i get into linux(Fedora) in any way.
In any case how can i uninstall it?
QwertyManiac
QwertyManiac #2
Nov 9, 2007 at 6:37 AM
Follow this graphic guide to reset the root password:
*www.go2linux.org/fedora-centos-root-password-recovery

(You can then use the root id login to make/delete new users)

If you wish to "Uninstall", look at the similar threads shown at the bottom of this page.

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mediator said:
To remove fedora
1. Boot from Xp Cd...Press "r" 4 repair & at the command type "fixmbr"!!
2. Now from xp computer management....format the linux paritions with FAT32.
All done!
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