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Old 05-12-2011, 02:51 PM   #16 (permalink)
Martian
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I don't really do Windows stuff anymore, but if the problem is the profile wouldn't the quick and easy fix be to just create a new one?

In terms of imaging, that's how most pros do it (including us). Storage is cheap. Do a fresh install, create a disk image, and then if things ever get too crazy you can just re-image the drive.

You could also just set the machines up with the basic software necessary and then lock them down. Create a separate admin profile and take away your user's permissions to install or modify programs. Lock them out of the important directories while you're at it. That's a lot of work though, and might be tricky if you're not a dedicated IT guy and somewhat versed in Windows admin.
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