Whenever you perform a task that makes potentially risky changes to your computer, Windows Vista will stop dead in it’s track and ask if you’re sure, with a pop-up message stating that “A program needs your permission to continue”. While Microsoft strongly advises against disabling this security feature, it’s bound to drive any sort of tech-savvy user nuts. Tech support website The How-To Geek writes about a quick fix that anyone can use to disable the “A program needs your permission to continue” message. Basically, you’ll need to search for “user account” in the Control Panel, and use the “Turn User Account Control (UAC) on or off” link (a reboot is required).
Once you turn off User Account Control, an ominous red “X” will appear in your system tray to alert you of the potential security risks present. LifeHacker follows up The How-To Geek with a tip from ZDNet Blogs to disable this harbinger. To get rid of it, you must visit the Windows Security Center, use the “Change the Way Security Center Alerts Me” link, and state that you don’t want to be notified of security issues.
Warning! The tips we’ve just outlined change the way Windows Vista alerts you of security risks. If you do not feel comfortable with making these sorts of changes, or are not sure if you can effectively assess potential security risks without the help of Windows Vista, you should not follow any of these directions.
