microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin

Mike wrote:

> Is there any way to password protect a shared folder in XP Pro?
>
> I am on a network that is set up as a workgroup.
> I am running Windows XP Professional.
> There are many people on this workgroup network.
> I would like to share a folder on my C: drive for files used between three
> of us.
> I don't want the rest of the workgroup to have access to the files.
> I don't have any control over the network setup.
> I can only control the settings on my computer.
> Can I share a folder on my computer and then password protect it so that
> only those who have the password can access the folder and its contents.

XP and Vista do not use passwords to protect resources. NT-based operating
systems use permissions instead. Here is information to help you with that:

How to disable Simple Sharing and set permissions on a shared folder in
Windows XP (Pro only)
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=307874

HOW TO: Set, View, Change, or Remove File and Folder Permissions in Windows
XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=308418

Passwording of folders is not supported unless you zip them. When you do
(right click a folder, then "send to > compressed folder") and then open the
zip file, you will find an option under file>"add a password". Otherwise,
use third-party software. Google "password protect folders".

Malke
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