Windows from the Microsoft Corporation is one of the preferred operating systems used by millions of people, and with each new version it has updates to improve its software and hardware to work in the best possible way, thus facilitating the activities carried out being inside.
In this sense, we want to focus on some of the built-in tools that make Windows work, We mean control panel and configuration, thanks to these programs we can configure our device in the best possible way, however, it is possible to block access to the Control Panel in Windows 10 to prevent changes to it. That’s all for this post, so pay attention and learn how to do it.
How can I prevent them from accessing the settings and control panel?
Through the control panel and configuration, we can easily make adjustments or better manage our PC system. For example, change the style and appearance of the system, uninstall applications, configure networking, and more.However, in order to have more privacy and prevent unauthorized changes by others, keep in mind the following standards to follow Block access to the control panel:
Using the regedit command on Windows
We would like to emphasize that one of the options considered by the control panel is to create a user account so that you yourself are the administrator of the Windows account, because the administrator Have greater privileges and authority Make system settings. It’s also a way to prevent others from making changes and interfering with the normal operation of the operating system.
However, in this area we want to teach you how to block access to the control panel using the regedit command. To do this, use the Windows + R key combination to open the Run command directly, and when the window opens, type regedit in the blank box and click OK.
Subsequently, A window called Registry Editor will open, after that you have to click on current user, then software, and then select Microsoft in that folder. Then go to the current version folder, then go to policies. In this option it will open a window with some files, now right click to open a new folder and click DWORD (32-bit) value.
Write the name of the folder consecutively to the NoControlPanel, Right click and select Modifythen a window will appear to edit the value’s information by placing the number 1 in the box and clicking accept, and that’s it.
Finally, verify that you have blocked access to the panel by going to the Windows desktop and opening the run command, Type Control in the box Go to the tool and when you hit enter you will see restricted access to the program.
from the control panel
On the other hand, you can block access to Windows 10 settings from the control panel by doing the following procedure, we used the Windows + R key combination shortcut to do the same previous step and write gpedit.msc so that take us control panel folder We need to use Group Policy and then read the following steps to complete the process.
Using Group Policy Editor
The last option at your disposal is to use the Group Policy Editor or Group Policy.Follow these steps: First, use the Windows + R shortcut to open the run command and enter gpedit.msc, after which it will open Group Policy Editor.
Now go to the left side of the window and click on User Configuration, then Administrative Templates and finally Control Panel.This section will show you some options to configure, one of which is the one we currently need Disable access to PC settingsDouble-clicking opens a window with an Enabled option where you must press Apply and accept.
How to hide charms in Control Panel and Settings in Windows 10?
Use the three options we explained earlier You can disable access to the control panel and settings your computer so that other users do not interfere with modifying the programs and settings of the Windows 10 operating system. In fact, you can hide programs in the control panel to prevent uninstallation.
Why and when to switch accounts to disable access?
Some people need to block access to the control panel because they share their computer with other users, especially when this is a home computer that all family members use, so, Prevent PC from being modified This may alter its normal operation, and it is best to perform the steps described to restrict access to the system configuration.
It is important to remember that to prevent such changes you must make your account an administrator so that you are the only one who can make the required changes, but after making the changes it is necessary Change user account to standardbecause other users can disable the changes if you save it in an administrator account.
To learn more about the options in the Windows 10 Control Panel, or if you have any questions about it, go to the web version of Microsoft Technical Support for all your questions.