folder lock

[lesio]

I am using win xp
is there any way to lock the folder for security reason - not a single file.
do I have to look for third party software? any recommendations?
thank you

lb

 

[John Wunderlich]

I am using win xp
is there any way to lock the folder for security reason - not a
single file. do I have to look for third party software? any
recommendations? thank you

The best solution I've found is freeware Truecrypt. It creates a
virtual disk that mounts with password.

<http://www.truecrypt.org>

HTH,
John

 

[Bob I]

Windows XP ZIPfolders provide password capability.

 

[Bruce Chambers]

I am using win xp
is there any way to lock the folder for security reason - not a single file.
do I have to look for third party software? any recommendations?
thank you

lb

HOW TO Set, View, Change, or Remove File and Folder Permissions
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;q308418

HOW TO Set, View, Change, or Remove Special Permissions for Files and
Folders
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];Q308419


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