About this tag
The standalone machine tag covers discussions about configuring and securing Windows computers that are not connected to a domain or network. Topics include locking down a single user account on a Windows 7 standalone machine using local policies, restricting access to Control Panel, Task Manager, and other system features. The tag focuses on standalone environments where domain-based Group Policy is unavailable, requiring alternative methods like Local Group Policy Editor or registry tweaks to enforce restrictions. Common themes involve production or factory computers that need tight user controls without affecting other accounts on the same machine.
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    Windows 7 Locking Down a Windows 7 Computer

    First off, forgive me. I've done some digging, but I'm a Windows 7 newb and I have a lot to learn. I have a production computer meant for factory users to use and I want to have it locked down. I've been using Windows XP and the "Policy Editor" (poledit.exe) to remove access to the control...
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    • admin rights autologon computer setup control panel error handling factory settings group policy group policy editor lockdown permissions registry restrictions security single user standalone machine task manager troubleshooting user management windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support