Cannot change attributes in WinXP

[rmac23]

--logged in as Administrator
--simple file sharing is off

I used Backup (in Windows) to restore some files when I installed a new PC;
however, I don't need the folder they are in and want to delete these copies.
But I am told "Access is denied" when I try any action (move, copy, modify
from R to -R, etc.)

I ask for some help!@!! Don't know what else to do

 

[Johnw]

rmac23 expressed precisely :

--logged in as Administrator
--simple file sharing is off

I used Backup (in Windows) to restore some files when I installed a new PC;
however, I don't need the folder they are in and want to delete these copies.
But I am told "Access is denied" when I try any action (move, copy, modify
from R to -R, etc.)

I ask for some help!@!! Don't know what else to do

Use Unlocker
http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/

 

[Brian A.]

--logged in as Administrator
--simple file sharing is off

I used Backup (in Windows) to restore some files when I installed a new
PC;
however, I don't need the folder they are in and want to delete these
copies.
But I am told "Access is denied" when I try any action (move, copy, modify
from R to -R, etc.)

I ask for some help!@!! Don't know what else to do

Have a look- see at these:
How to set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions in Windows
XP (Pro/Home)
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308418

HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP (Pro/Home)
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308421

How to set, view, change, or remove special permissions for files and
folders in Windows XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308419

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How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375

 

[rmac23]

rmac23 expressed precisely :

Use Unlocker
http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/

Thanks, John...that did the trick!