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your desired password,

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what you want to call your computer,

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how you want Ubuntu to log you in.

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\screenshot{01-who-are-you.png}{ss:who-are-you}{Setup your user account.}

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Type in your full name under ``What is your name?''. The next text field is where you select a username for yourself, and is the name that will be displayed at the Ubuntu login screen when you turn on your computer. You will see this is automatically filled in for you with your first name. Most people find it easiest to stick with this. However, it can be changed if you prefer.

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\marginnote{Although you can choose your preferred username and computer name, you are required to stick with Latin letters, numbers, hyphens, and dots. You will receive a warning if non-acceptable symbols or other characters are entered, and until this is altered you will be unable to progress to the next screen.} Next, choose a password and enter it into the first password field on the left, then type the same again into the right field to verify. When both passwords match, a strength rating will appear on the right that will tell you whether your password is ``too short,'' ``weak,'' ``fair,'' or ``strong.'' You will be able to continue the installation process regardless of your password strength, but for security reasons it is best to choose a strong one. This is best achieved by having a password that is at least six characters long, and is a mixture of letters, numbers, symbols, and uppercase/lowercase. For extra security, avoid obvious passwords like your birth date, spouse's name, or the name of your pet.

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Now you need to decide on your computer's name. Again, this will be filled in for you automatically using the login name you entered above (it will say something like ``john-desktop'' or ``john-laptop.''). However, it can be changed if you prefer. Your computer name will mainly be used for identifying your computer if you are on a home or office network with multiple computers. To learn more about setting up a network, refer to \chaplink{ch:default-applications}.

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Finally, at the bottom of this screen you have three options to choose from regarding how you want to log in to Ubuntu.

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Log in automatically

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Ubuntu will log in to your primary account automatically when you start up the computer so you won't have to enter your username and password. This makes your login experience quicker and more convenient, but if privacy or security are important to you, this option is not recommended. Anyone who can physically access your computer will be able to turn it on and also access your files.