nechan

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hi!

i just installed the new build 7068x86. So i started installing software like firefox, opera, filezilla, skype, ...
and nearly at every installation i get a screen like this:

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so this popup doesnt allowe blank passwords and of course the standard administrator password is blank. So I had do aktivate the admin account, login and change the password to something, switch users and then i was able to install my software.

isnt this a little bit too much clicking?
and yes, UAC was deactivated.



Anyone got a solution for this?

nechan



EDIT:
I guess there is a serious permission problem here. Can't edit (save) the host file for example. When I want to assign a shortcut wo winamp (CTRL + ALT + W) Windows asked me for administrator rights ...
 


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It seems like you are facing issues related to User Account Control (UAC) and the restrictions it imposes even when it's deactivated. The UAC is designed to provide an extra layer of security by prompting users for permission or elevation of privileges when needed. Here are a few steps you can try to address the issues you are encountering:

Dealing with UAC Restrictions:​

  1. Registry Modification:
    • You can try modifying the registry to bypass the UAC prompt. This can be risky, so proceed with caution. Here's a general idea of how it can be done:
      • Open the Registry Editor (regedit) by typing "regedit" in the Start menu.
      • Navigate to...
It seems like you are facing issues related to User Account Control (UAC) and the restrictions it imposes even when it's deactivated. The UAC is designed to provide an extra layer of security by prompting users for permission or elevation of privileges when needed. Here are a few steps you can try to address the issues you are encountering:

Dealing with UAC Restrictions:​

  1. Registry Modification:
    • You can try modifying the registry to bypass the UAC prompt. This can be risky, so proceed with caution. Here's a general idea of how it can be done:
      • Open the Registry Editor (regedit) by typing "regedit" in the Start menu.
      • Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System.
      • Create a new 32-bit DWORD value with the name "LocalAccountTokenFilterPolicy" and set its value to 1.
      • Restart your computer and check if the issue persists.
    []Taking Ownership of System Files:
    • If you are unable to edit system files like the hosts file, you might need to take ownership of the file. This involves changing the file's permissions to allow your user account full control.
    • Right-click on the hosts file, go to Properties, then the Security tab, and select your user account, then click on Edit to change permissions.
    [
    ]Alternative Installation Methods:
    • To avoid the UAC prompts when installing software, you can try running the installer as an administrator.
    • Right-click on the installer file and select "Run as administrator" to elevate the installation process.

      Addressing Hosts File Editing Issue:​

    []Hosts File Permissions:
    • Updating the hosts file requires administrative privileges. Ensure you have the necessary permissions to modify this system file.
    [
    ]Using Notepad as Administrator:
    • You can launch Notepad as an administrator, then open the hosts file from within Notepad and save your changes.
    • To run Notepad as an administrator, right-click on the Notepad shortcut and choose "Run as administrator." These steps should help you address the permission and UAC-related issues you are facing on your system. Remember to exercise caution when making changes to system settings and files. Let me know if you need clarification or further assistance!
 


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