Tips 'n' Tweaks

[DrPangloss]

First day here so I'm hoping I read everything right and am posting properly. If not, feel free to tell me where I screwed up - but gently please - I'm old and very delicate....

Using Server2003 as a desktop and still using IE6, SP1 (a paranoid housemate says she doesn't need IE7 to play cribbage and read mail.)

I want to be able to protect a web page by leaving it open as long as 24-48 hours, but inevitably someone reboots or turns it off for whatever reason. Is there a way to do this? Any suggestions appreciated.

Peace to all who cross this path,

DrPangloss

[tain]

Sounds like the best solution there is to put a sign on the monitor that says PLEASE DON'T TURN THIS OFF.

[DrPangloss]

Sounds like the best solution there is to put a sign on the monitor that says PLEASE DON'T TURN THIS OFF.

Thanks for replying. Perhaps you have a higher functioning class of morons using your machines. Unfortunately, that causes you to presume an intelligence and ability (like reading for instance) not demonstrably evident in the subject environment, y'know?

To overcome this deficit, why not try (as I do) to imagine these "users" as CATS - or some other little creature whose sole pleasure in life is walking across the keyboards. Does that clarify for you the situation in which I am trying to function?

I assure you the query is serious and the description of user deficit only slightly exaggerated. Any other ideas anyone?

Peace to all who cross this path,

Dr Pangloss

[tain]

I'm still not sure you need to implement a software solution. It sounds like physical security is your first problem. Not sure if we are talking about humans at all here, but if they can access the PC want to turn it off then they can always hit the power button or unplug the machine unless you do something to stop that.

Perhaps you just need to use a screensaver to lock the screen with a password after x minutes?

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First day here so I'm hoping I read everything right and am posting properly. If not, feel free to tell me where I screwed up - but gently please - I'm old and very delicate....

Using Server2003 as a desktop and still using IE6, SP1 (a paranoid housemate says she doesn't need IE7 to play cribbage and read mail.)

I want to be able to protect a web page by leaving it open as long as 24-48 hours, but inevitably someone reboots or turns it off for whatever reason. Is there a way to do this? Any suggestions appreciated.

Peace to all who cross this path,

DrPangloss

Hi Doc,

I myself am not an expert but i think you should switch to mozilla fiirefox 2 and it has that function that if you reboot or the computer shuts down accidentally or you do it intentionally, that web page or pages / web session or sessions could be restored on your reboot and you will get the message in shape of pop up at the screen. But if you were logged with hotmail or any forum that requiring password, you might need to sign in again to go get to the main page but as far as that "current page" is concerned, you are safe. I am a huge fan of mozilla firefox as it is way faster than IE 6 0r 7 and you can tweak it up as well as per your needs and requirements. You may, if you want to try, download mozilla firefox and check it out.

Regards

[A-mak]

To ensure no one turns off the computer I would normally do the following.

1. Put a password on my user account and "lock" the computer whenever I leave it by pressing windows key + L. Unless they know your password they will not be able to shut down the computer or close anything opened (sofware wise).. I know they cant on classical login screen, not too sure about the other one.

2. My case has a lock on the front to prevent people from opening it and thus when locked they cannot push the shutdown or restart buttons located on my case.

3. If they arnt that smart as you say.. Then they shouldnt know about the powercord that goes into the back of your powersupplie. If they do, tell them if they pull it out it will damage computer components and to never touch it .

Hope this helps. But yes, I too suggest firefox2 it's great.