More secure windows...

[ErikMan]

Is there a way to setup Windows NT or 2000 so that it will only run one program? I want the PC to be an instrument controller only, and after it boots, I want the instrument control software to run and limit access to any other programs.

Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Erik

[Robin R]

Try to to change de windows shell "explorer" key in the registry into the vi executable.
After windows boots it doesn't come up with the explorer shell but with your own program.

Goodluck,

Robin

[ErikMan]

It worked! Thanks.

[Andrey_Dmitriev]

Just some links from Microsoft. May be it help for more advanced configuration...

How to Lock Down Windows NT and Internet Explorer 4.01 Desktop
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;q198771

INF: How to Protect Windows NT Desktops in Public Areas
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;143164

How to disable Task Manager
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/techinfo/reskit/en-us/default.asp?url=/windows2000/techinfo/reskit/en-us/regentry/93504.asp

How to set Shell
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/techinfo/reskit/en-us/default.asp?url=/windows2000/techinfo/reskit/en-us/regentry/93488.asp