Select a timer setting in the “Wait” option.
In the Screen Saver section, select a screen saver from the selection list. Click on Display to open the Display Properties windowĤ. To set up a Screen Saver with Password Protection on Windows:Ģ. Manually locking a computer:īelow are some links to help set up locking on your computer: Another other option is to use manual desktop locking, but of course you have to remember to use it!ĭesktop locking is especially important if you leave applications running, and have access to sensitive or confidential information. If you password protect it, others will not have access to your desktop and open applications in your absence.
These programs operate on a timer, so that if you leave your workstation idle for a length of time, the screen saver will engage. If your computer is in an area where other people may have physical access to it while it is up and running, you should consider setting up an automatic screen saver program with password protection.
