MacBook Air - password forgotten, can't access WiFI

Reset Computer Password  for the Administrator Account Password

Intel Computer

1 - Restart computer and immediately hold Command + r keys

2 - Top Tool Bar >> Utilities >> Terminal

3 - Type resetpassword as one word and no spaces

4 - Press Return key

5 - Follow the prompts and remember the New Password

Apple Silicon M1 Computer 

1 - Choose Apple menu > > Shut Down.

2 - Press and hold the power button on your Mac until you see “Loading startup options.”

3 - Click Options, then click Continue. 

4 - Top Tool Bar >> Utilities >> Terminal

5 - Type resetpassword as one word and no spaces

6 - Press Return key

7 - Follow the prompts and remember the New Password

Here is Apple's guide on forgotten passwords: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860

Unfortunately, you have to be internet connected.

But how do you know it won't let you do all these things if you've forgotten your password and can't login?

If it's showing in your devices, it's logged in somewhere.

thank you. i was using apple information but it's a silicon m1.