Enable the Hidden Administrator Account in Windows 7

The administrator account is disabled in Windows 7 by default. This is one of the steps to combat the spread of malware. It can also be useful to use this account for troubleshooting.

Instructions

• Open the start menu, Click all programs then accessories
• Right click on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator

• To Enable Administrator Account type

net user administrator /active:yes

• To Disable Administrator Account type

net user administrator /active:no

• By default there is no password for this account You should create one