Can Access identify the machine or network user name?

T

Ted Stilwell

Can Access identify the machine or network user name?
I would like to restrict some forms to certain machines or users.
Thanks in advance.

Ted
 
K

Klatuu

This is a security issue. I would read through posts in the Security section
of this site and also do some extensive study on securing Access databases.
It is not that hard, but has to be approached carefully. It is not uncommon
for first timers to get the security so tight nobody can get in. (HINT - >
backups are good)
 
D

Dirk Goldgar

Note: Klatuu's advice about security is also worth considering. Nothing
you do using the functions at the links I posted will really be secure,
but it may still be suitable if you're looking for convenience more than
strong security. If you choose to implement true user-level security,
then you'd do better to use the user name and/or group membership for
the purpose. Truly securing an Access database is a tricky business,
though, so if you want to go that route you'll want to read up on it
first.
 
T

Ted Stilwell

Dirk,
It took me awhile to figure it out but the api call looks like it will do
the trick. I didn't slow down and look at the code the first time through.
Best Regards & Many thanks.
Ted Stilwell
 

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