Re: Restrict folder access of Guest

From: Malke (invalid_at_not-real.com)
Date: 07/30/05

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    karlo@yahoo.com wrote:

    > It is not in a Group at all.
    >
    > It does not have a password. I would like my Guest to be able to
    > login without password, then browse the net and use productivity
    > software. But, I also want to limit my guest to selected folders
    >
    > Thanks
    > Karl

    Then do what Lanwench suggested; disable the Guest account (which is not
    meant to be used when you are feeling hospitable) and create a new
    "Visitors" account. Set permissions accordingly.

    Malke 

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