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[losv100]

How do I set up my computer this way?---
I have 2 users setup on this computer, Mine & Guest.
How do I deny access to all PROGRAMS (not just Docs, Favs,
etc.) in the Guest user profile?
In other words, I'd like the kids to have NO ACCESS to any
program files, system files, that I want to deny access to.
Basically would like 2 SEPARATE computers on ONE. Thanks
much.

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

Hi,

Go to www.dougknox.com and check the utilities section for the Security
Console Doug has developed for just this sort of thing.

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers aka "Nutcase" MS-MVP - Win9x
Windows isn't rocket science! That's my other hobby!

Associate Expert - WinXP - Expert Zone

 

[Guest]

But is there no way within XP itself to prevent Guest Account from accessing "My Computer" where other peoples' (e,g,. parents) documents are displayed and clickable?? These seems pretty basic to me but I cant figure it out...

 

[Sharon F]

But is there no way within XP itself to prevent Guest Account from
accessing "My Computer" where other peoples' (e,g,. parents) documents
are displayed and clickable?? These seems pretty basic to me but I cant
figure it out...

If using NTFS as the filing sytem, yes. Use permissions.

If using FAT32, no. At least not with the tools within Windows XP. A third
party tool that will password protect files and folders could be used.

 

[Guest]

Thanks, Sharon. Any suggestions as to a reliable 3d party source??

 

[Sharon F]

Thanks, Sharon. Any suggestions as to a reliable 3d party source??

There are zip utilities that can add a password to zip file, Winzip and
even XP's built in zip tool can be used for this. A search on google or at
one of the software download sites should turn up something.

Here's a link to desktop security programs at download.com:
http://download.com.com/3150-2092-0.html?tag=dir