Get Rid of that Pesky Log-In Box At Startup

Windows keeps trying to enforce better security on "lazy" users.  As a part of this, Windows Update has begun to require  a password log-in screen, even on systems that never previously showed one at boot-up.  One of the TOP questions I get is "How do I make Windows stop making me log in after a reboot?"  Or "Why do I suddenly have to log in to Windows at startup?  I never did before?"  Or "Why is windows suddenly asking for a password?"

How to Stop Windows From Asking for a Password at Log-In

Before I tell you how to disable this added "feature," I want to make the standard disclaimer.  Disabling log-in at start up weakens your overall security.  Not having a password means anyone can snoop on your system.  If you regularly take your system out of your house, I strongly recommend you use a log-in password.