With Windows 7 (and Vista) the ability to install printers can be delegated to the user, but not all the additional glitz that so many printer setups attempt to add.
Using Application Compatibility shims can fix most applications that insist on admin rights.
Running standard maintenance tools should be automated, scheduled and audited. Yes it requires someone to administer, but taking the time to setup can save issues down the road.
The biggest issue is how to convince people that they do not need to be installing all their cute personally purchased applications on company systems.
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