Hi, I've lost my Mac password to allow my Mac to install new software like Maverick OS. Does anyone know how I can reset the password please, so I can allow updates? Thanks.

Hi, I've lost my Mac password to allow my Mac to install new software like Maverick OS. Does anyone know how I can reset the password please, so I can allow updates? Thanks.

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