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Windows 2003

Hello is there a way to automatically map network folders to the desktop for specific users that logon to different computers within a domain? And if this is possible, how?

Lee W, MVP

Give a few examples of what/how you want this work.

Typically, IF I understand what you are talking about, it's done through scripts.

elyrodriguez

ASKER

I have the CFO jumping through different computers on the building and he has 2 network folders and the company application that he uses from the desktop. this guy has like 0 patience and frustrates quickly.

so I want to figure out a way for the network folders and the applications to be on the desktop when he logs on to any computer.

Lee W, MVP

Programs need to be installed on the machine and can't (usually) be shared on the network. If you have Active Directory, you can package the "company application" and assign it to an OU with his user account. Then the app may follow him around. As for the network drives, script them - set his logon script with these two commands (change them to be appropriate for your network):

If Exist x:\ Net use x: /delete
If Exist y:\ Net use y: /delete
if "%uername%" == "CFOAccountName" Net Use x: \\Server\Share1
if "%uername%" == "CFOAccountName" Net Use y: \\Server\Share2

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Lee W, MVP

Excuse me - didn't I provide the script? What's the deal not splitting the points? Even your accepted answer credited me!