Should I lock-down my store’s computers to not allow Web browsing? What if my employees need to reach the Internet or use YouTube to help customers?

July 17, 2025


Yes, store computers should be locked down to restrict general web browsing in order to reduce the risk of malware and phishing attacks. However, you can still allow safe access to specific, approved websites—like manufacturer pages or instructional YouTube videos—by using bookmarks or whitelisting trusted domains in your firewall. This allows employees to assist customers effectively while keeping your systems secure.

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