Configuring a Password for Specific Windows Programs
Configuring a Password for Specific Windows Programs
Hi everyone! I'm looking to secure certain apps and lock my PC at a specific time. I already have a digital wellness app that restricts software during set hours and locks the machine after midnight. However, I need more control—specifically, a password requirement for launching cmd or powershell so I can bypass the blocks safely. I've tried using a command to change system time temporarily, but it opens briefly before the software terminates, giving me enough window to input the command. Do you have any ideas on how to set up a password-protected login for those tools? Ideally, it should be linked to my main account but require an extra password for admin access. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Okay, THAT is some serious addiction. I would *first* strongly recommend a therapist. You're currently treating a symptom of mental illness, therapy will help address the root cause. I've been there. It sucks. I'm very, *very* sorry, but it can get better. Now that's out of the way, I have several potential solutions. I see you need admin, but if you don't need CMD/PS, you can set a group policy to disallow it. Another option would be to set up a scheduled task that just runs the "update time from time server" command every minute w32tm /resync You can also require a password for CMD/PS using this method https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/wind...af70d32fbe But ultimately, you're just putting up roadblocks, you aren't actually fixing the problem. You need actual help which we cannot provide.
Thanks for your feedback. This situation is actually part of what my therapist is guiding me through. With ADHD, I sometimes act on instinct without fully considering the consequences. When things are calm, these issues don’t appear often, but stress makes them worse and pushes me back into old habits. This exercise helps limit damage while I’m still learning—definitely not the only focus, but an important step.
Your point about resyncing every minute is clever; it keeps me connected to cmd even when things are busy. Regarding preventing changes, you can try setting up a registry change control or using a policy that locks settings for admins. For disabling changes via group policy, you’d need admin rights and might be able to reset permissions if you still have access. The regedit workaround you mentioned could work, though it’s mainly for safe boot issues. I’m still checking the cmd folder in regedit, but I’ll keep exploring.
Thanks for the advice and the helpful suggestions—they give me clear directions!
I've thought about it, but keeping admin access is best. I often need to adjust settings and handle admin tasks, which can be frustrating to manage through them. If possible, I'd rather not contact them for passwords anymore. I’d prefer remembering it myself over time if I need it often. A better approach would be interacting with the backend as little as needed.
It seems like you're expressing frustration over a serious situation. The clear solution would be to remove your control over avoiding safety measures. However, since you're interested in experimenting, it won't be effective unless you can bypass the barriers you've set. Wishing you the best as you move forward.
I believe my response might have been misphrased. I’m ready to adjust my admin permissions if necessary. This isn’t an excuse—I’m just seeking a better balance. I’ve already shared several weak passwords with others to enforce restrictions, even on my bios. The blocks for cmd and ps are protected by a password I don’t recognize, but the system doesn’t respond quickly enough. This is the last step I need to take before the blocks are finalized, and unless I’m wrong, I should be able to limit access to just two apps without losing all my admin rights. If that’s indeed the only option, I’ll revoke the permissions and share the password elsewhere, but I wanted to understand my choices first.
It’s possible the wellness app could block opening Task Scheduler, but you still retain physical control—reinstalling Windows or using a Linux liveUSB would work. Alternatives include setting up a scheduled task with CMD to display a bedtime message or executing a shutdown command directly: shutdown /sg /t 0 /f. For simplicity, a script could automatically trigger the shutdown at bedtime. Unfortunately, Windows lacks features as robust as CRON.
I've configured the time sync and it's functioning well. Blocking the Task Scheduler should resolve the issue. Appreciate the guidance—it’s a solid plan. However, there are more complex workarounds I wouldn’t consider in the evening. If things get too intense, I might have to replace my PC. This setup will help me step away from the computer and focus on mindfulness, making it easier to decide and unwind. Thanks for the support; I believe this will work perfectly.