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Disable Windows Installer

Requirements: At least Microsoft Windows 2000

Location: Computer Configuration\Windows Components\Windows Installer\


Description:
Disables or restricts the use of Windows Installer.

This setting can prevent users from installing software on their systems or permit users to install only those programs offered by a system administrator.

If you enable this setting, you can use the options in the Disable Windows Installer box to establish an installation setting.

-- The "Never" option indicates that Windows Installer is fully enabled. Users can install and upgrade software. Windows Installer is enabled by default on Windows 2000.

-- The "For non-managed apps only" option permits users to install only those programs that a system administrator assigns (offers on the desktop) or publishes (adds them to Add or Remove Programs).

-- The "Always" option indicates that Windows Installer is disabled.

This setting affects Windows Installer only. It does not prevent users from using other methods to install and upgrade programs.

ADM File: system.adm