Use of the Intranet Module in Windows Vista

Windows Vista introduces new restrictions on the use of ActiveX components, but also offers a great new enhancement that makes it more flexible than ever – the ActiveX Installer Service, Axis.

This allows standard users to install and use ActiveX components from trusted locations without an "administrator" account.

For more information on using Axis on Vista, visit the Microsoft TechNet sites below.  If the URLs change, just search TechNet for "ActiveX Installer Service".

The ActiveX Installer Service in Windows Vista

Implementing and Administering the ActiveX Installer Service

Alternative to the Axis method

The typical use for the E-Z Audit Intranet module, as the name suggests, is via your intranet.  Internet Explorer "trusts" intranets at a higher level than sites on the internet.

However, you may need to extend explicit trust to your intranet anyway and if not using Axis via Group Policy you will need to take some manual steps:

• In IE, click the Tools button, select Internet Options

• Click the Security tab, then click the Local Intranet zone icon, then click Sites

• Click Advanced then enter the information for your intranet

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Note: We cannot support how to use Group Policy or running your servers: we must assume proficiency on your end, or at least that you seek support from the vendor for your server.