Read Only Attribute

[Len]

In an effort to undo the 'read only' attribute (right
click folder>properties>general:attribute), I am seeing
a 'greyed out' check mark in the read only box. I then
click on the box, the check mark goes away, I then click
OK (or apply), say 'yes' to apply to all subfolders, and
then watch as the system shows all subfolders/files having
the attributes changed.

I then go back to the same folder, right click >
properties > general:attributes, and see that the 'greyed
out check mark is back again, however, for individual
files within those folders, they are not checked read only.

I am getting "file may be marked as read only" error
messages when I try to edit .tif file properties, and am
wondering if this 'greyed out' check mark in read only box
has any significance and is connected to this error
meassage when I try to edit file properties.

using xp home edition, sp2

thanx

 

[Mark L. Ferguson]

This default behavior is due to the "ownership" of the folder, (which is
probably you, among others). It does not effect your ability to use it, only
those who do not have ownership.

Description of File Sharing and Permissions in Windows XP (Q304040):
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q304/0/40.ASP