Where is the "Open Firmware Password" utility on the 10.5 disk?

Ok, I want to set the Open Firmware Password on my MacBook Pro. I'm running 10.5.2. I read that you have to get it from the 10.5 install disk but I cannot find it.
Anybody know where it's hidden?
Thanks,
Mark

Everything you need to know is here: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106482
EDIT: Oops, it looks like that document has not yet been updated for Leopard.
You need to boot from your 10.5 DVD, select English, and then select Firmware Password Utility from the Utilities menu.

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