"Un-encryption"

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I encrypted a large file folder of JPGs some time back.
Later had computer problems and Dell insisted my only
answer was to format and re-install. Now when I try to
access the encrypted files, I am not recognized as the
owner of the files. How can I re-establish my "ownership"
 
HOW TO: Remove File Encryption in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;308993

Without a backup of the original Encryption Certificate Key, encrypted files
are unrecoverable as they will stay encrypted forever. There is no recovery
method since the encryption algorithm is now completely different with a reinstall
of Windows XP.

See if the following articles help in any way:

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

Best Practices for the Encrypting File System
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;223316

Encrypting File System in Windows XP
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/tr...chnet/prodtechnol/winxppro/deploy/CryptFS.asp

EFS Files Appear Corrupted When You Open Them
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;329741


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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

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| I encrypted a large file folder of JPGs some time back.
| Later had computer problems and Dell insisted my only
| answer was to format and re-install. Now when I try to
| access the encrypted files, I am not recognized as the
| owner of the files. How can I re-establish my "ownership"
 
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