How to Turn the Guest Account On or Off in Windows 7

By default the guest account is turned off in Windows 7. If someone needs to have temporary access to your computer, you can turn the guest account on. Guest account's can't install software, hardware, change settings, or create a password. This tutorial will show you how to turn the guest account on or off in Windows 7.

How to turn the Guest Account ON.

1. Click Start.
2. In the search field type "User Accounts".
3. Click "Make changes to accounts".
   
4. Double click Guest.
   
5. Click Turn On.
   

How to turn the Guest Account OFF.

1. Click Start.
2. In the search field type "User Accounts".
3. Click "Make changes to accounts".
   
4. Click Guest.
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5. Click Turn off the guest account.