It is a matter of policy. I am not allowed to run executable that aren't installed on the computer by the IT department.
Now I understand, nothing more than "Do what I say not what I do" kind of thing.
Have you thought of putting up a website with nothing but things that actually demonstrates the insecurities of a standard IE installation and then innocently suggesting to other work people that they visit it.
Possibly after a few dozen toolbars have been installed they may get the point
But then again....we are talking about a government department.....they never get the point......
THe "point" is that when companies allow employees to install programs on company-owned computers, the IT department spends more time cleaning/disinfecting machines than any other activity. Understand that most employees are not as knowledgeable as DC members, and do not see any harm in installing HotBar, CoolWebSearch, Skype, etc.
Jim
True but the key here is not a change of policy or allowance of installation, just a migration to a slightly better AND more secure alternative that also looks similar to the previous application.
