I have windows xp and I would like to password protect some folders on my desk top, how do I do this?

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I have windows xp and I would like to password protect some folders on my desk top, how do I do this?

2007-08-04 04:07:50 · 2 answers · asked by Oilman 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security

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Rightclick on folder and select Properties.
Then click the Sharing tab.
Then put check in the Make this Folder Private box
and click Apply.
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2007-08-04 04:14:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

Go to this link. You might want to copy and paste into a Word document.

How To Use Compressed (Zipped) Folders in Windows XP
Source: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306531

Caution: The password for a password-protected compressed file is not recoverable. If you lose the password, you will be unable to access that file.

2007-08-04 11:12:13 · answer #2 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋