only allow certain programs to access files

[Bill]

Is it possible to restrict file access not only to certain users, but also
to certain programs? We have some data files that we want people to be able
to open with a CAD program, but we don't want them to be able to use File
Explorer to copy them to another location. Basically we are trying to allow
workers to do their work but prevent them from removing the data files from
the company. So any other ideas to do this would be appreciated too.

 

[Meinolf Weber]

Hello Bill" don't want more spam,

No, if they can use them for work, they also can copy them. Think about blocking
all ports, USB, CD/DVD etc. so that they can't export them to external devices
or burn them.

Best regards

Meinolf Weber
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[Bill]

Hi Meinolf,

That would be a help to block those devices. I asked once before on some
newsgroup but didn't get an answer to that solution. How is it possible to
block permissions for burning to CD/DVD and writing to USB drives, etc?

TIA,

Bill

 

[Meinolf Weber]

Hello Bill" don't want more spam,

Have a look here:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555324

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/823732

Best regards

Meinolf Weber
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