How do I log onto Windows XP if I forgot my password?

Reboot the computer and press "F8" before the Windows screen initializes. A boot option menu will appear. Select "Safe Mode" from the list of boot options and press "Enter." Allow Windows to boot up automatically. Log in as the Administrator and click "Yes" when the message to continue in Safe Mode appears. Click on the "Start" menu button, select "Control Panel," and then switch to Classic View. Click on the "Users" icon. Select the user account whose password you forgot and need to change. Select "Change Password." Type in the new password, confirm it and click "OK." Reboot the device and allow Windows to boot up normally. Type in the new password to log in.