A Processing Mode targeting item allows a preference item to be applied to computers or users only if the Group Policy processing mode or conditions on the processing computer match at least one of those specified in the targeting item. If Is Not is selected, it allows the preference item to be applied only if the Group Policy processing mode or conditions on the processing computer do not match any of those specified in the targeting item.
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Synchronous |
If this check box is selected, the targeting item determines whether Group Policy is being processed synchronously. Synchronous processing ensures that Computer startup and User logon Group Policy processing complete before allowing the user to log on or showing the user's desktop, respectively. |
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Asynchronous |
If this check box is selected, the targeting item determines whether Group Policy is being processed asynchronously. Asynchronous processing allows the user to log on while computer Group Policy processes. Also, it allows the user's desktop to load (after logging on) while user Group Policy processes. |
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Background |
If this check box is selected, the targeting item determines whether Group Policy is being processed in the background. Background Group Policy processing, also known as "background refresh," occurs every 90 to 120 minutes to apply new Group Policy settings to the user or computer. |
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Processing conditions |
For any of the following check boxes that are selected, the targeting item determines whether that processing condition is in effect:
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Additional considerations
- To reposition a targeting item within the
list of targeting items that you have applied to a preference item,
either drag the targeting item to a new position, or select the
targeting item and then click the Move Up arrow or Move
Down arrow.
- Preference items are available only in
domain-based GPOs.