Windows 2000, power user, adminstrator user etc?

Can I use the different user types in Windows 2000 to pick and choose what programs my kids can use? I have a few semi-violent computer games I would rather not let my children play or see. Is this part of the different user levels is capable of? If so, do I have to log off, and then let my child log on to make this work? If not, is there another program that does this, or one that perhaps adds a password to get into certain games or programs?
Are there any free ones?

Thanks!

 

What you're asking of Windows 2000 is what is was designed for. The problem is that setting it up is not intuitive. You have to create user accounts, assign permissions, set up shares, etc. Unless you're very technically savvy, it'll involve countless hours of learning on your part.

Maybe someone here has some web and/or book references for you, but I'm not going to sugar coat it by just giving you a few tidbits of info. It's a relatively complex process, and if you apply the wrong permissions to the wrong directory you could find yourself permanently locked out of your own computer with the only resolution being a full format and reinstall.

If you want to keep your kids away from your violent games, I would suggest purchasing a computer just for them and putting a password on your computer. If your kids are young, their games probably don't require a powerful computer. If your kids are older, they'll likely need/want their own computer anyway.