Machine vs. user script

Scripts applied to the computer are startup scripts, while scripts applied to the user are logon scripts. Startup scripts are recommended, although either can be used to install the CIC client workstation applications. There are a couple of important differences to remember:

• Startup scripts are run when the computer is booted and run under the LocalSystem account. This makes this type of script a good one to use if the application is to be installed for all users of the computers or if one or more users of the computer are not a member of the computer's local administrators group. No multiple reboots are required.

• Logon scripts are run when the user logs onto the machine. If the user is a member of the computer's local administrators group, the installation will be performed for all users of the machine. If he is not a local administrator, the installation will be performed for that user only. No multiple reboots are required.

  Note:
  Some features may require local administrator privileges (like fax or screen capture drives).

This document provides instructions for creating a machine (startup script) only.