Comments for DropMyRights - Login as Administrator, but run select applications with limitations

Comment from Dr. Faruk Ergul on 2009-03-31

2009-03-31T08:25:22Z

Using DropMyRights with satisfaction.
But, there is a problem with security.
Some programs open a web page automatically using default browser. In such a case, it seems that dropmyrights is not functional.
Could you clarify this point? thanks

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Comment from Elizabeth Boston on 2009-03-18

2009-03-18T13:34:37Z

This problem has been resolved in Windows Vista.

When a limited user wants to install a program or perform an operation that requires administrator access in Vista, a dialog box pops up allowing you to enter an administrator user name and password.

If the user knows (or has a parent come in and enter the password) the application will be allowed to run.

This is better than the old days when I would have to log into my administrator account, make the child's account an administrator, log back into the childs account and install the program, then log back into the administrator account again to make the child a limited user. (phew, I'm out of breath just typing that)

Thanks Elizabeth. Vista gets a bad rap on various issues, but this is one that they appear to have done well with.

For those reading, Elizabeth is The Computer Lady and also does Q&A and has her own newsletter too.

- Leo
19-Mar-2009

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Comment from Rahul Mehta on 2009-03-13

2009-03-13T13:56:55Z

The opposite approach is to log-in as a restricted user and run "those" special programs by using right-click and "Run As" command where you can choose to be administrator for that application. It requires admin password to be keyed in. That improves overall security of the PC.

The advantage is that you raise the privileges only when required and that too making a conscious effort.

This has been my approach for overall safety for all my Windows installations. I also recommend this to my clients.

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