How to Run a Computer as an Administrator?

Running a computer as an administrator means having the necessary permissions to make changes to your system settings, install software, and manage user accounts. This level of access is usually reserved for the primary user of a computer, but it's also important for troubleshooting and making advanced changes.

Here are two ways to run your computer as an administrator:

1. Login as Administrator:

• Windows:
  • During Startup: Press the Shift key while clicking on the Power button in the start menu and select Restart. Choose Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart. Select option 4: Enable Safe Mode or 5: Enable Safe Mode with Networking. Once in Safe Mode, you can log in as the administrator account.
  • From Login Screen: Click the Power button in the lower right corner, hold down the Shift key, and select Restart. Choose Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart. Select option 4: Enable Safe Mode or 5: Enable Safe Mode with Networking. Once in Safe Mode, you can log in as the administrator account.
• Mac:
  • From Login Screen: Click the Apple icon in the top left corner and select Restart. When your Mac restarts, hold down the Command + R keys to boot into Recovery Mode. Choose Utilities > Terminal. Type csrutil disable and press Enter. Restart your Mac and log in.

2. Run Programs as Administrator:

• Windows:
  • Right-click the program you want to run and select Run as administrator.
  • Open File Explorer, locate the program's executable file, right-click it, and select Run as administrator.
• Mac:
  • Control-click the program icon and select Open with > Other....
  • Select the desired application, check the box Always Open With, and click Open.

Note: Running as administrator gives you full control over your system, so be careful about the changes you make. Always back up your data before making significant changes.