Easy configuration for multi-person applications Win XP SP2 (1)

In many environments we may need to share a computer with multiple people, such as schools, Internet cafes, and companies. However, there is a problem. We are likely to use our computer for some people whose computer level is not high or for those who cannot fully trust it. How can I ensure that these people can only use the computer, but can't make any changes to the system settings or prohibit them from accessing some private data? There are many solutions on the Internet, such as modifying the registry to hide certain options, installing a hard disk restore card, or applying NTFS permissions to prohibit users from accessing some folders, but there is a problem with these methods, that is, the required settings are too fragmented and scattered throughout the system. The various locations, settings and management are not very convenient. Of course, if you use proprietary software or hardware, you still need to make a small investment, which is not cost-effective.

Now Microsoft has released software with this restriction: Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit (Microsoft Shared Computer Tools, hereinafter referred to as the tool), which can protect disk in a unified user interface. Settings for a range of features such as Windows feature limits, user profiles, and accessibility options.

The software is currently in beta and can be downloaded for free: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx? Familyid=7256D456-E3DA-42EA-857D-92B716077A84&displaylang=en, please also note that the software can only be installed on the Windows XP SP2 operating system, and before using the tool, the installed computer needs to have passed the genuine verification of Windows ( If it has not been verified, the system will do it automatically after asking for your consent).

The installation of the tool is very simple, basically all the way to Next, but you need to pay attention when you see the interface shown in Figure 1, you need to click the "Register Now" button, then in Complete the registration on the Microsoft website and get a registration code (the registration process requires Microsoft Passport login). Fortunately, a registration code can be obtained for the installation of multiple computers.

Figure 1

After the installation is complete, the Ready to Start Wizard will automatically run. This is a window with many options (Figure 2). The first is a row of tools (Figure 3), which are left to right in order: disk management, user accounts, user profiles, Windows restrictions, Windows disk protection, accessibility options, user manuals, help, command prompts, And immediately cancel the order. These tools are used after you have made detailed settings for the program, so it is recommended to skip them first and start following the steps below.

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