Warning: Prior to making changes with the group policy editor please use System Restore to create a known good Restore Point in case you encounter issues. TweakXP.com takes no responsibility for any problems that may occur from using the Group Policy Editor incorrectly.

Note: The group policy editor is not available to users of Windows XP Home Edition.

To access the Group Policy Editor follow these steps:

1. Click Start - Run.

2. Type "gpedit.msc" and press ENTER.

To understand navigation and available options click on the available options and read their descriptions. You can also find information on the Group Policy Editor by searching for "Group Policy" in Help and Support.