Group: microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin
From: Dennis Dow
Date: Thursday, March 06, 2008 6:51 AM
Subject: Re: XP Pro system recovery

Judi wrote:
> My company has 20 desktop computers using XP pro. We have juvenile
> delinquents that use these computers to access school based programs online.
> The juveniles have discovered the F10 and F11 function that does a system
> recovery. What is the best way to remove this feature either completely or
> from the limited users ability. The system recovery feature does not ask for
> a password prior to beginning recovery, but offers the option at boot for any
> youth that is paying attention to the monitor.

In addition to Nepatsfan's suggestions, I would also look at using
Steady State from Microsoft. It's intended for libraries and cybercafes
to protect their systems.

Dennis