can't access my own files...

[joe]

there is one directory on my drive that i am unable to
access... i keep getting access denied message when i
delete or copy things to that folder. the only way i have
been able to access it is to turn on sharing and "allow
network users to change my files".

i used to use win2k pro and had to switch to xp home 2
days ago... i wonder if the security settings from win2k
still affect my folders. any help is appreciated... thanks.

 

[Torgeir Bakken (MVP)]

there is one directory on my drive that i am unable to
access... i keep getting access denied message when i
delete or copy things to that folder. the only way i have
been able to access it is to turn on sharing and "allow
network users to change my files".

i used to use win2k pro and had to switch to xp home 2
days ago... i wonder if the security settings from win2k
still affect my folders. any help is appreciated... thanks.

Hi

This one might help you out:

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

 

[Taurarian]

Not sure if this is what you're looking for

http://support.microsoft.com/?id=308421
HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP
NOTE: You must be logged on to the computer using an account that has
administrative privileges. If you are running Windows XP Home Edition, in
order to have access to the Security tab, you must first start in Safe Mode
and log on with an account that has Administrative rights.

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Microsoft Windows XP Professional

 

[Guest]

thanks alot guys!

-----Original Message-----
Not sure if this is what you're looking for

http://support.microsoft.com/?id=308421
HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP
NOTE: You must be logged on to the computer using an account that has
administrative privileges. If you are running Windows XP Home Edition, in
order to have access to the Security tab, you must first start in Safe Mode
and log on with an account that has Administrative rights.

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Microsoft Windows XP Professional


thanks.

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