explaining user accounts

[TV]

Please can someone point me to somewhere where user accounts are fully
explained. I can't find it on the KB at microsoft. In particular, I want
to load software that can be used by all users, as at the moment the
software is only usable by one of the users. Thanks in anticipation

 

[Ronnie Vernon MVP]

Please can someone point me to somewhere where user accounts are fully
explained. I can't find it on the KB at microsoft. In particular, I
want to load software that can be used by all users, as at the moment
the software is only usable by one of the users. Thanks in
anticipation

The ability for all users to access an installed program is a function of
the programs installation and not necessarily XP. If a programs installation
recognizes a multi-user environment, such as XP, it should give you the
option of selecting all users or single user during installation. Most newer
programs that are XP compatible will give you this option. If it does not
have this feature, you have several options.

You can try to create a shortcut to the program and place it in the
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Desktop folder. This will allow the
shortcut to appear on everyones Desktop.

You can use the Run As feature of XP by right clicking the executable file
for the program and select the Run As item. Set the user in the Following
User section.

HOW TO: Use the RUN AS Command to Start a Program as an Administrator in
Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/305780

You can re-install the program, while logged on to the other user accounts,
to the same folder where the program was originally installed.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/279783

 

[TV]

Many thanks Ronnie - will give it a go.
T

The ability for all users to access an installed program is a function of
the programs installation and not necessarily XP. If a programs installation
recognizes a multi-user environment, such as XP, it should give you the
option of selecting all users or single user during installation. Most newer
programs that are XP compatible will give you this option. If it does not
have this feature, you have several options.

You can try to create a shortcut to the program and place it in the
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Desktop folder. This will allow the
shortcut to appear on everyones Desktop.

You can use the Run As feature of XP by right clicking the executable file
for the program and select the Run As item. Set the user in the Following
User section.

HOW TO: Use the RUN AS Command to Start a Program as an Administrator in
Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/305780

You can re-install the program, while logged on to the other user accounts,
to the same folder where the program was originally installed.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/279783


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Ronnie Vernon
Microsoft MVP
Windows Shell/User

 

[Ronnie Vernon MVP]

Many thanks Ronnie - will give it a go.
T

Your very welcome. Let us know if you need more information.