Security/Sharing in WinXP Pro - only basic

[Bix]

Hi all,

I am using WinXP pro, all patched up.

How can I set the security/sharing sections for folders to advanced mode? I
cant edit any share permissions or folder security?

I am used to win2k where I can edit all settings for folders, not forced to
a 'basic' mode.

Also, in control panel - Users, I'm stuck in 'basic' mode. I cant edit the
users nicely, I have to stick to XP's basic options.

Any help is much appreciated!!!

 

[David Jones]

Open Explorer, click the Tools menu, select Folder
Options.
Click the View tab, scroll to the bottom, uncheck the box
for Use Simple File Sharing.

Edit the users nicely...if I understand what you mean,
you want the Computer Management snap-in (compmgmt.msc or
available from Control Panel->Administrative Tools).
This has a local users and groups area.