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    Mar 25, 2012, 11:49 AM
    Prevent down load and installs
    How do I prevent someone from downloading and installing on my computer
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    Mar 25, 2012, 06:22 PM
    The easiest way is to not let them use the computer.

    Otherwise, setup another user account for them with reduced privileges. For example, within Microsoft Windows, this account would only be a member of the Users group. What software are you trying to prevent installation of? Some software like ClickOnce applications will install with only User rights.
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