Changing the computer registry policy

You can apply specific configuration settings to computers by choosing which registry policy you want to use.

The registry policies cover desktop and laptop computers, each policy reflecting the role and physical characteristics of the computer in the system. New computers are set to Shared Desktop by default but you can change the policy if required. Your RM network provides the following registry policies:

Shared Desktop A policy designed for desktop computers on the network.
Shared Laptop A policy designed for computers that are often disconnected from the network.
Personal A policy suited for computers which are used exclusively by one user, whether they are laptop or desktop computers.
CyberCafe A policy designed for computers in open access areas where users without accounts can log on.
Terminal Server A policy designed for a Terminal Server.

To change the computer registry policy

From the left-hand pane, expand Computers and choose All Computers.
From the right-hand pane, right-click the computer and from the menu, choose Properties.
On the General tab, select the type of registry policy from the drop-down list.
Click OK.

Notes

Once you have made any changes to a computer's properties, the computer must be restarted for the new settings to take effect. If you have chosen a Laptop registry policy, make sure you do this before you disconnect the computer from the network.
Computer properties are also available by selecting the computer and choosing in the toolbar, or from the File menu choosing Properties.
Full details of registry policies are given in the Reference Manual.