Restrict download/install programs?

[Euklid]

My brother is manager of office, his first one, and he just found out the downside to having no procedures for computers. His secretary downloaded some programs which included a virus that spread to his other computer. They boot to a black screen and there is no progress in safe mode.

He didn't have any anti-virus or spyware software. When I suggested he buy an external hard-disk to back up important employee files, he was to cheap to make the investment.

So, that is my story.

And now, I am looking for ways to block access to certain users from downloading/installing programs. This is a Windows XP, and it just might be professional version. Anyone know how this can be done?

Also, what software do you suggest for scheduled daily virus/spyware scan, as well as live monitoring?

Thanks for the help,
Marcin

 

[techjunkie08]

Malwarebytes Anti Malware is a must have.

SuperAntiSpyware is a pretty good program

Vor Antivirus it all depends what you like best. Avira, Avast or AVG are all good programs. I would stay away from Norton, from personal experiences. Make sure for further help you have "HiJack This" so if you have problems you can post logs.

I hope this helps some what.