Hi,
We are setting up a Windows 2012 R2 File Server for file / folder sharing within a LAN. We have some users who will be using Remote Desktop Connection from their Windows 7/8 PCs outside the LAN. All these users will be sharing a set of files and folders stored on the server.
Our client wants to disable the ability to download a file to the local desktop using (Cut/Copy & Paste) or the Ctrl + C / Ctrl + V option. So, users can only read a word/excel file on the server but not take it home or copy the data.
My client has mentioned repeatedly that they were easily able to do it in Windows 2003 Server. I have not used it so I cannot comment. I have told them that it is not possible in Windows 2008 or Windows 2012 R2.
Can we do such a thing? I suppose once a user has read access to a file/folder, he can easily copy and paste it on his desktop.
I understand there are DMS/ECS solutions like SharePoint, etc. But can we accomplish this security feature using just the Windows 2003 or Windows 2012 R2 OS capabilities?
Thanks for any insight or help.
Best Wishes,
Viv