microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin

On Apr 9, 3:31=A0pm, "Shenan Stanley" wrote:
> SalnDen wrote:
> > We had a crash and burn, likely a virus infection, on our home
> > machine. It was running XP Home and the wife's email was the default
> > in OE 6. We used password protected user accounts to sign into the
> > computer, to keep the kids eyes out of things, and unfortunately
> > this is what's causing my problem.
>
> > I installed a new version of XP Pro in a different folder on the
> > drive, and have just about restored the machine, except for some
> > folders that -- and the default email dbx files -- that are under my
> > wife's name in documents and settings in the old installation. Of
> > course,every time I try to access those folders, to copy old files
> > out, I get an access denied message.
>
> > Anybody know of any way to get inside that folder and move her stuff
> > so I can rebuild her inbox, personal message folders, documetns,
> > address book, etc?
>
> > Thanks for any and all help.
>
> Google...http://www.google.com/search?hl=3Den&q=3DWindows+XP+Access+Denied=

>
> What you need:
> How to Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XPhttp://support.micr=
osoft.com/kb/308421
>
> How to disable simplified sharing & set permissions
> on a shared folder in Windows XPhttp://support.microsoft.com/kb/307874
>
> Windows XP Home Edition? Read a bit more carefully. =3D)
>
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> Shenan Stanley
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Actually, I spoke to soon....I have now had some luck with some of the
files, but still would like to gain access to her Outlook Express
folders and address book. Where are those located?

Thanks!