Limiting application access in XP Pro 1

[Prognewb]

I'm looking to set up a network PC out in our shop, Windows XP Pro. I'm going to create one restricted generic login that will be available for everyone to use on that particular box.
What I need to do is limit that account to only be able to use Internet Explorer, and have that only be able to access one local website... no other programs or websites.
I've checked the MS technet and support pages and Googled for solutions, but so far I'm only finding general information, nothing specific to what I'm looking to do. I've found articles mentioning MMC, registry changes, and third party apps, so I'm unsure which is the best method to pursue.

I'm going to continue searching, but any help or advice anyone here can give me while I'm continuing to look is greatly appreciated.

 

[linney]

See if there are any clues from these.

How to Configure Internet Explorer 5.x to Block Access to All But Approved Internet Sites

http://support.microsoft.com/defaul...ticles/Q267/9/30.asp&NoWebContent=1#appliesto

Description of the Software Restriction Policies in Windows XP

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310791&FR=1&PA=1&SD=HSCH

Using Software Restriction Policies to Protect Against Unauthorized Software

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/rstrplcy.mspx#EOAA

Firewalls can set certain restrictions too.

 

[Prognewb]

The first link showed me exactly what I was looking for as far as limiting websites goes... I came up with another solution for limiting applications after reading the other two.

Thank you very much!

 

[linney]

Glad to help out.