Limited User in XP needs access rights to EXE file--Only Admin can open

[Robert L]

I had configured my "stand-alone" computer running MS XP
Professional to operate under one account with
administrative rights. Then I read MS's advice not to
browse on the internet using an account with administrative
rights, so I created a separate administrator account and
removed admistrator rights from my personal account.

The problem is that at least one program that I use
regularly will only open from the administrator account --
which is inconvenient.

What is the easiest way (and steps) to allow my Limited
User account to have full rights access to this program?

 

[Guest]

Modify the security permissions on the C:\program files\<application>
directory to allow Users "modify" control.
Also, run regedit.
HKLM\software\<application>
Edit security permissions to allow Users "Full Control".

That should help.
Also, check permissions on any shortcuts to ensure users have at least Read
access.
Check for .INI files associated with the program in the C:\windows directory.
Ensure that Users have modify rights to these files.
Also, check default data directories for this application and ensure that
Users have modify rights.

You have a good goal in mind here.
Let me know if you require additional explanation.

Good luck.