I'm looking for ways to secure my Windows PCs (both 7 and 10) so that whenever my kids try to install anything, they'll be prompted for a password. I'm open to using third-party applications if necessary. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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My plan is to keep my kids' usage strictly monitored since I assume any PC they touch might get a virus. I wouldn’t share my main PC with them and would consider having a separate network for them to keep any potential malware contained. It's a solid way to protect your important stuff.
The easiest way is to create standard user accounts for your kids instead of giving them admin access. This way, whenever they attempt to install something, they'll need your password to proceed. It's not a foolproof solution, but it ups the learning curve for them!
Another good approach is to set up a new account without admin rights for your kids. You can also increase the User Account Control (UAC) settings to 'Always notify,' and consider using Parental Controls for added safety. Just keep in mind, this won't completely stop them from installing software, as some programs can install in their user folder without admin rights. A better strategy may be to set up Microsoft accounts for better profile control.
Yeah, that way you can manage permissions and activities more effectively!
Haha, I remember we used to find ways around those restrictions in school! Good times!