How to Restrict Access to Computers
Computer security is an issue that is growing in importance every day. Hackers are persistent and creative, and this is making additional protective measures necessary. Computer users who have been naive to the threats posed by computers that are not secure and thus have not taken action are at risk of everything from a simple computer virus to identity theft and financial calamity. Follow a few relatively easy instructions to take one step toward securing your computer by restricting access to it.
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Instructions
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Go to the Windows Desktop and click on the "Start" button. From the Start menu, select "Control Panel."
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Select "Administrative Tools" and then "Computer Management."
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Look in the left window pane and click on the box next to "System Tools" to expand the folder. Then expand "Local Users and Groups" and select "Groups."
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Look to the right window pane and you can view all the groups that are able to log on to your computer and a description of what their privileges are (see image).
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Use your mouse to right-click on any users for which you want to remove access and select "Delete." Confirm the action when prompted and you are finished.
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Tips & Warnings
To quickly lock your Windows PC, press the Windows button and the letter "L" on your keyboard at the same time. The user password must then be used to unlock the computer.
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- Photo Credit Original graphic by Anthony Smith
