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LOCKING DESKTOP

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by Member 31688719

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I run a windows 2k advanced server os. I have specifically arrangend the icons and selected a backround suiting my taste. I do not want anybody else to change the desktop settings. How do I prevent others from commiting any change in my absence though this machine needs to be used by others sparingly.

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by Member 31688719

this utility is like locking the computer itself. what i need is, no one besides me shuld be able to CHANGE the desktop layout----they can use the comp.

by jeremyrem

the best and easyiest thing to do is get a program called fortres 101.

www.fortres.com

all the schools and most colleges use this, u could buy it like I did or you could just get the demo.

by richtremblay

Are you loggin into the machine as the local administrator? In Win2k, if you add yourself to the admin group you will have full administrative control of your system. When you leave the system log out. Other uses can log in as either the local admin or themselves. Windows will preserve the icon layout and wallpaper for your account.

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