I'd add to Darren's comments as follows: 1. Ensure that ADM files are not auto over written by GPO editors. "User config/admin templates/system/group policy/turn off automatic update of ADM files"
2. Test new ADMs - I have seen adm files which do not support an entry which was supported by an older ADM. neil -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Darren Mar-Elia Sent: 06 September 2006 16:07 To: [email protected] Subject: RE: [ActiveDir] adm file management Graham- You are correct on both counts. ADMs are typically supersets of each other--2003, SP1 is a superset of XP,SP2, XP is a superset of 2000, etc. And it is definitely best to manage such a mixed environment from the latest platform (e.g. XP). The key of course, is to pay attention to the "Supported" tags in the newer ADMs. Darren Darren Mar-Elia For comprehensive Windows Group Policy Information, check out www.gpoguy.com-- the best source for GPO FAQs, video training, tools and whitepapers. Also check out the Windows Group Policy Guide, the definitive resource for Group Policy information. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Graham Turner Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 7:41 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [ActiveDir] adm file management quick question (hopefully not too daft) ref ADM file management it seems different OS's ship with different versions of the 'standard' ADM files that include conf.adm / interes.adm / system.adm ... say if you are maintaining policies that link to containers holding say XP , 2000, 2003 computers it would not be unreasonable to manage them all from a single host on which you edit policies. am i correct to say that in maintaining the settings in these files are always cumulative - if that's the right word if so then it is correct working practice to always use the MOST RECENT version of an ADM file with no fear of breaking previously functional GPO's ??? GT List info : http://www.activedir.org/List.aspx List FAQ : http://www.activedir.org/ListFAQ.aspx List archive: http://www.activedir.org/ml/threads.aspx List info : http://www.activedir.org/List.aspx List FAQ : http://www.activedir.org/ListFAQ.aspx List archive: http://www.activedir.org/ml/threads.aspx PLEASE READ: The information contained in this email is confidential and intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you are not an intended recipient of this email please notify the sender immediately and delete your copy from your system. You must not copy, distribute or take any further action in reliance on it. Email is not a secure method of communication and Nomura International plc ('NIplc') will not, to the extent permitted by law, accept responsibility or liability for (a) the accuracy or completeness of, or (b) the presence of any virus, worm or similar malicious or disabling code in, this message or any attachment(s) to it. If verification of this email is sought then please request a hard copy. Unless otherwise stated this email: (1) is not, and should not be treated or relied upon as, investment research; (2) contains views or opinions that are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of NIplc; (3) is intended for informational purposes only and is not a recommendation, solicitation or offer to buy or sell securities or related financial instruments. NIplc does not provide investment services to private customers. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Registered in England no. 1550505 VAT No. 447 2492 35. Registered Office: 1 St Martin's-le-Grand, London, EC1A 4NP. A member of the Nomura group of companies. List info : http://www.activedir.org/List.aspx List FAQ : http://www.activedir.org/ListFAQ.aspx List archive: http://www.activedir.org/ml/threads.aspx
