was given a computer from someone that passed away dont have admin password.is there anyway to get in without it

Hi wolflafaye, You need to have password recovery disk or you have to be logged in as administrator of the computer to change the password. However, you may refer the below link and check if it helpsHow to log on to your Windows XP-based computer if you forget your password or if your password expires:http://support.microsoft.com/kb/321305 Also, refer: Microsoft policy about lost or forgotten passwords: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/189126 Regards:Samhrutha G S - Microsoft Support.Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.