In today's digital world, account closure is a crucial aspect of managing user access and security. Whether it's an employee leaving the organization or a user account that is no longer needed, closing accounts promptly and securely is essential to protect sensitive information and prevent unauthorized access. In the Windows environment, there are specific steps and best practices to follow to ensure a smooth and secure account closure process.

Examples:
1. Disabling User Accounts using Command Prompt:

• Open Command Prompt as an administrator.


• Type the following command: net user username /active:no (replace "username" with the actual username).


• Press Enter to disable the user account.

2. Removing User Accounts using PowerShell:

• Open PowerShell as an administrator.


• Execute the following command: Remove-LocalUser -Name username (replace "username" with the actual username).


• Confirm the action when prompted to remove the user account.

3. Transferring Ownership of Shared Resources:

• Identify any shared files, folders, or resources owned by the user account being closed.


• Assign ownership to another active user or a designated account to ensure uninterrupted access.