New computer from eBay, setting admin

I just received a new - used Powerbook and am having trouble with the administrator setting, that is, I do not have the computer administrator password. Every time I want to install something, it asks for the admin password, but I don't have it. How do I reset it if I don't know it? And How do I elevate my account to admin status? Also, the former user's name appears on the computer ID and I want to replae that, too.
Regards...
Powerbook G4 15 1.67 Mac OS X (10.4.7)

Instead of telling people how to change the pasword settings on what are more than likely stolen laptops, maybe we should ask for proof of purchase first.
How many times a month does someone post something like this and it's their very first post?
Wake up damnit and stop giving these theives inside information.
If you wanna know how to bypass the password go to an Apple dealer and ask!
I don't think this question should ever be answered in these forums again!

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