Re: Accessing the Internet under with admin. rights...
From: lee hawkins (_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 01/29/05
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Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2005 19:29:01 -0800
"Lanwench [MVP - Exchange]" wrote:
> Neil wrote:
> > Hi All,
> >
> > Given that it is best to access the internet not with admin. rights,
> > how does one
> > set up the account so that if one accidently connects when logged in
> > as admin,
> > the Internet will be disallowed ?
> >
> > Obviously the paradox is that admin rights give full access !
> >
> > What is the most practical way of restricting internet access for
> > admin logins ??
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Neil
>
> <checks to see if she has administrator rights on the Internet itself by
> rebooting it - access denied>
>
> Connecting isn't really the issue (and I don't see how you'd accidentally
> login using the 'wrong' account). There's nothing wrong with the admin
> account being able to access the internet - in fact, you won't be able to
> use Windows Update, etc., otherwise. Many people advise that for your daily
> work, you use a limited user account, and use an admin account to install
> software, etc. - this is not a bad plan, and may well help your PC stay
> clear of nasty spyware, etc.
>
> Use good, complex passwords on all accounts. Don't enable guest. Enable your
> firewall, or get thyself behind another one that protects your network at
> the perimeter. Keep your PC updated regularly with Windows Update. Keep your
> antivirus software updated. Practice Safe Hex. Etc.
>
>
>
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