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Laptop Account Security When Going to Repair Shop
I have an HP laptop that needs a new powerport (receptacle where power cord plugs into laptop). Bringing it to a local shop. Although there doesn't seem to be any need for it, they asked for the password.
I created a new local user account with a password for the shop. Does this provide sufficient security for data on other accounts?
Should I wipe laptop and reinstall Win10 before releasing for repair? Windows has been acting up anyway and a fresh install would probably help. Windows has not been reinstalled in the three years or so since purchase. WinVer is 1903 (laptop has been sitting unused for over a year). Thanks.