A tool that allows you to modify individual user settings on Windows 10 machines and networks
A tool that allows you to modify individual user settings on Windows 10 machines and networks
Vote: (2 votes)
Program license: Free
Version: 1.0
Works under: Windows
Vote:
Program license
(2 votes)
Free
Version
1.0
Works under:
Windows
Pros
- Easy to use
- Works with Active Directory
- Creates security and network policies
Cons
- Does not work with Windows 10 Home Edition
Gpedit.msc
Gpedit.msc is a free-to-use Windows group policy editor. It allows administrators to configure settings on their computers and active networks. With the program, an administrator can set password requirements, define what a user can do with any program on the computer, and several other settings. The program by Davehc is only available for users on Windows 10 Pro or Windows 10 Enterprise. You can use it on any local or networked computer that uses Group Policy. With it, you are able to configure security and network policies to determine what users can access and how.
Whenever you need to configure local group policies, there is a need to alter the Windows registry. Gpedit.msc offers you a simple platform to customize your Windows so that you never have to do complex modifications on your Windows OS.
How Does the Gpedit.msc Work?
The Gpedit.msc works in a networked machine to customize the machine and network to different users. You use the program along with Active Directory or the Local Group Policy Objects for people without an Active Directory. However, administrators running Windows 10 Home cannot access this program.
Get the program from the developer’s website and install it. Once it installs, the program shows two types of settings on the left side of the home window. You can do computer settings or user settings depending on what you need to achieve.
If you choose computer configuration, you will see settings that affect the entire machine. Any modifications you do from here will impact the operating system and other components of the computer that affect its functionality. If you choose to modify user settings, you will only change the user accounts on the PC.
The two configurations will help you modify settings for the entire machine. Regardless of who signs into a computer, the settings will remain the same. The Gpedit.msc offers a simple and secure solution to modifying Windows Registry. With the program, you will not be able to alter anything in Windows Registry, but you can make modifications to different programs in your machine, their features, and their capabilities. You also determine how other users access the machine and the extent to which they can use the machine.
Start Making New Settings
With Gpedit.msc installed and ready to go, administrators will have several options to create settings and set defaults for users. Those using Windows 10 Home Edition will have no option but to make modifications to the registry. Other Windows 10 users will access the program and start the necessary configurations.
Anyone who has used programs, such as Advanced SystemCare and CCleaner will find Gpedit.msc easier to use as these two do the same function. If you have not used any of the programs before, you can ask for help from Gpedit.msc on their website and get started configuring the settings.
The program has had tens of thousands of downloads since it launched. Even if it is a free-to-use app, it comes loaded with several features and tools to make it easier to use.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Works with Active Directory
- Creates security and network policies
Cons
- Does not work with Windows 10 Home Edition
