Avoid storing a LM hash copy of your Windows password

To secure your workstation, you want to stop Windows from storing a second copy of your password (in addition to the NT Hash) to avoid exposing a weaker hash. Simply copy the following code into a text file and save it as NoLMHash.reg

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Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Lsa]
"NoLMHash"=dword:00000001

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When you are done, you should simply double click on the new registry file you have created:

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You should then be prompted one more time, click on Yes

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A confirmation message will appear:

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Simply restart your computer