read only attrib

[Aad Schrama]

I have installed a new system with WinXP Proffessional, I've copied
all files and folders from my old system (also Win XP prof)via my
network.
I discovers all files and folders have the "read only" attrib, and I'm
no longer able to delete those files. I tried to change the
attributes, but without succes?

Someone an idea?
Thanks

 

[Joseph Meehan]

The read only attribute is usually turned on when copied to a CD. They
can not be changed while on the CD. Is that the problem?

 

[johnf]

Folders in XP always show as Read Only in Properties, leave them alone.

To change the files in all the folders, open each folder, select (highlight)
all files, right-click anyware on the highlighted files, go to properties
and uncheck the read-only box.
That way, you can fix every file in that folder in one go.