We have a client machine (currently running Win98 but can be upgraded to XP) which contains an application that requires a continuous link with the application developers Server. The application developer built into the software the ability to manipulate their software remotely -- ease of troubleshooting by their IT department.
My concern is that remote manipulation of their software opens up the client machine for perusal.
To my knowledge a firewall will not work since the firewall must allow the application both uplink and downlink rights.
QUESTION:
1) If I handle their application as a Service (or write a wrapper "service" program around their app) will this limit the remote ability to get elsewhere on the client machine?
2) If I go with a separate User Profile, can I be logged onto a client machine (with Win98 or XP) with two user profiles at the same time AND will running the app from a user profile stop the ability of the application to go outside its user profile?
Thanks David