02-26-2007, 07:31 PM
Unfortunately, changing the com.apple.dock.plist files permissions does NOT keep it from being altered, and that change saved at log-out.
I just ran some tests...
The only thing that seems to keep it from being changed is the "Lock" in the Get-Info box.
To clarify details;
OS X 10.3.9
User is denied permission to change the dock by the Accounts->Limitations tab (this deny's the user being able to modify what is ON the dock.
At this level of restriction, the user can change the size and location of the dock, and toggle dock-hiding (which REALLY frustrates the K-2nd graders...as they have imperfect mastery of the mouse to begin with...)..
The only sucessful way I have found to remove a students ability to make the dock tiny, huge, or on the sides, or hidden, is to "Lock" the dock prefs.
I will experiment with the Developers Tools and SetFile whoozits when I have time!
Your input is much appreciated!
I just ran some tests...
The only thing that seems to keep it from being changed is the "Lock" in the Get-Info box.
To clarify details;
OS X 10.3.9
User is denied permission to change the dock by the Accounts->Limitations tab (this deny's the user being able to modify what is ON the dock.
At this level of restriction, the user can change the size and location of the dock, and toggle dock-hiding (which REALLY frustrates the K-2nd graders...as they have imperfect mastery of the mouse to begin with...)..
The only sucessful way I have found to remove a students ability to make the dock tiny, huge, or on the sides, or hidden, is to "Lock" the dock prefs.
I will experiment with the Developers Tools and SetFile whoozits when I have time!
Your input is much appreciated!