Used Gidiware_Dexktop_Security for Windows?


Editors’ Review

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This security tool lets administrators control which applications users can run. It replaces the Windows desktop with a custom interface and blocks new software installations to secure the PC and manage user activity.
  • Pros

    • Restricts user access to specific whitelisted applications
    • Replaces the default Windows desktop with a custom interface
    • Prevents users from installing new software on the system
    • Improves system security by blocking unauthorized installations
    • Compatible with Windows XP, 7, and 8 operating systems
  • Cons

    • Lacks official support for modern Windows operating systems
    • No mention of time-based access controls for applications
    • Does not offer remote administration capabilities
    • Desktop replacement is mandatory with no background-only mode

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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
1.5
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 10
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 7
Additional Requirements
.Net 4.0
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
105
Downloads Last Week
0

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Developer’s Description

Restrict users from using certain applications on a PC.
This is a computer based security software that helps computer administrators and Guidance to help keep their computers safe from users and also prevent users or children from performing activities that are not permitted by the administrator. Consider this scenario, in your home or your office environment, you want to restrict users to some particular applications, this software will help your lock all other applications and enable only the applications that you permit in its settings. The application takes off the default desktop of the operating system (In this case Windows XP, 7 and 8) and replaces it with its own customized interface. The application also prevent users from installing any software on the system thereby improving the security of the system, preventing malware, trojans and viruses from infesting the computer. This application will help improve productivity since users are restricted on what application to use and also they don't have the luxury of playing games and watching movies whiles at work. At home, parents can use this software to restrict their children on what application to use. In this case parents can allow their children to use only educational software to help improve their performance academically.

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