Can I Limit the Daily Usage of Specific Software?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the possibility of limiting daily usage of specific software applications, such as Firefox and Thunderbird. Participants explore various software solutions that could enforce these limits, focusing on user-defined restrictions rather than broader parental controls.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about software that can limit the daily usage of specific applications to a set number of hours.
  • Another participant suggests using Windows 7 parental controls, but expresses concerns about its limitations, noting it applies to overall computer usage rather than specific applications.
  • A different participant recommends KidsWatch Time Control as a potential solution for managing application usage.
  • One participant acknowledges the suggestion of KidsWatch Time Control and expresses optimism that it will meet their needs.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best solution, as there are differing opinions on the effectiveness of parental controls and the suitability of suggested software.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight limitations in existing software, such as the inability of parental controls to enforce specific application limits and the need for more flexible solutions.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals seeking to manage their software usage, particularly those looking for tools to limit application access for productivity or personal reasons.

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Hey!

Is there any software out there that can limit the daily usage of specific software?

For example, let's suppose that I want to make firefox work only for 2 hours a day and then it shuts down on its own. Or I want to put a similar limit on thunderbird plus I only allow it to be opened 4 times a day only.

Is there anything like this?
 
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Windows 7 parental controls may of some use to you.
 
It's unfortunately too strong of a control...

For programs, it either blocks them or not.
For time limits, it sets a time limit on the whole computer usage and only on certain hours. I don't care to set it for certain hours to block a program, only 2 or 3 hours maximum on a daily basis, whatever the hour of the day.

Thanks for your suggestion though!
 
KidsWatch Time Control will do the trick
 
DavidSnider said:
KidsWatch Time Control will do the trick

Thanks! I think its what will help the most...
 

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