Requests permission to execute applications, ideal for kids or guest users on a PC.
AskAdmin is a small utility which can restrict access to certain programs or games on a PC. All you have to do is set up a list of programs now allowed and they will be restricted.
The program has a simple interface and using it isn't complicated at all. Just load the list of programs in the interface and select the programs which should no longer be allowed to run.
AskAdmin is a portable program, meaning users are not required to install it at all. Owners can save the settings; Loading previous settings is as easy as using the saved file from a previous session. It is perfect for parents who would like to give access to the PC to children, but would prefer they don't run certain software.
The freeware version does not set a password, but registering it can unlock that ability.
Features of AskAdmin
- Autostart Manager: Disable or delete autostart entries.
- Blocking: Prevent installation of unwanted applications.
- Context Menu Manager: Customize file, folder and desktop context menus.
- Customization: Configure settings to meet user requirements.
- File Protection: Block unauthorized modification of files.
- Hotkeys: Assign custom shortcuts to frequently used actions.
- Logging: Track user activities and system changes.
- Security: Automatically block suspicious or malicious processes.
- Services Manager: Enable, disable and configure Windows services.
- Startup Manager: View, enable and disable programs at startup.
- System Tray Manager: Hide, show or disable system tray icons.
- Task Scheduler: Automate routine tasks.
- User Access Control: Limit user access to specific functions.
- User Management: Create user accounts and control access.
- Whitelisting: Allow only approved programs to run.
Compatibility and License
AskAdmin is provided under a freeware license on Windows from PC utilities with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 2.0 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can AskAdmin run on?
AskAdmin can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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