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How to Set Logon Hours for Multiple Remote Users

Tested and trusted steps to set Logon hours

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Logon hours is aWindows Active Directoryfeature that allows administrators to restrict network access at specific times. When Logon hours are set, all remote users will be able to access the network for the preset time frame.

In this article, we’ll briefly discuss what Logon hours are, and we’ll provide you with detailed steps to help you set them for multiple remote users.

What are Logon hours?

What are Logon hours?

As the name implies, Logon hours are time frames when a user is permitted to Logon to a particular service or network.

For Windows users, Logon hours is a feature in Active Directory that stipulates the dates and times on which users can access a network.

Further, Logon hours are usually applied in the network infrastructure of big companies and corporations to enhance security by ensuring that employees can access the company’s network at the stipulated time.

How can I set Logon hours for multiple Remote Users?

How can I set Logon hours for multiple Remote Users?

1. Set for multiple users

The Logon Hours page is sectioned into two; morning to afternoon (9 am to 12 pm) and afternoon to midnight (2 pm to 12 am).

Aside from restricting Logon hours for a group of users, you can also choose to set it for a specific user. This rule will only apply to the singular user and won’t affect the logon hours of other users.

2. Set for Single user

In some cases, users have reported that they’re unable to locate Active Directory Users and Computers on their PCs.

This error prevents them from accessing the service and its functionalities. Here is a detailed guide showing youhow to enable active directory on windows.

Restricting Logon Hours for users in an organization is advisable if you have official confirmation from the management.

However, if you’re testing the feature on your local machines, you can apply the steps listed above to help you restrict logon hours for users.

More about the topics:Active Directory

Vladimir Popescu

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With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.

When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.

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