Forgot password? or Reset password?

1. Is forgot password and reset password the same?
2. What does forgotten password mean?

Is forgot password and reset password the same?

In most cases there is no difference, as a "forget password" link will usually send you to a password reset mechanism. There are a couple of instances where it could be different.

What does forgotten password mean?

Most websites that require a user to log in provide a link titled forgot password or another similar phrase feature. This link allows users who have forgotten their password to unlock, retrieve, or reset it, usually by answering account security questions or sending them an e-mail.