back up files not accessible

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I had to reinstall windows xp after my computer stopped working. I created a
back up folder before the re install. The files are there but not accessible.
 
frustrated said:
I had to reinstall windows xp after my computer stopped working. I created a
back up folder before the re install. The files are there but not accessible.
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Does it give an message of access denied? If so it's an issue of
ownership. In Start | Help and Support type Ownership in the search box
or see this link:

HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=308421

How to set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions in
Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308418/en-us
 
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