Mell What are permissions for files and folders?
There are six standard permission types which apply to files and folders in Windows:
- Full Control.
- Modify.
- Read & Execute.
- List Folder Contents.
- Read.
- Write.
How do I share a folder on a network in Windows XP?
You share a folder in Windows XP by obeying these steps:
- Find the folder you want to share.
- Right-click the folder’s icon.
- Choose Sharing and Security from the shortcut menu.
- Choose the option Share the Folder On the Network.
- (Optional) Type a share name.
- Click OK to share the folder.
How many users can access a shared folder from Windows XP?
Discussion Forum
| Que. | How many users can access a share folder simultaneously from a Windows XP machine |
|---|---|
| b. | 10 |
| c. | 15 |
| d. | Unlimited |
| Answer:10 |
What are the different permissions for a folder?
Read – allows the viewing and listing of a file or folder. When viewing a folder, you can view all its files and subfolders. Write – allows writing to a file or adding files and subfolders to a folder. List folder contents – this permission can be assigned only to folders.
Are there shared folders in Windows XP Professional?
Members of the Administrators group and the Power Users group, discussed later in this chapter, are the only users who retain the rights to create shared network folders. Windows XP Professional implements a new feature called Simple File Sharing, which is enabled by default when the computer is stand-alone or a member of a network workgroup.
How are permissions used in the NTFS file system?
NTFS Permissions NTFS permissions are used to manage access to the files and folders that are stored in NTFS file systems. To see what kind of permissions you will be extending when you share a file or folder: Right click on the file/folder
What do I need to know about Share permissions?
When you share a folder and want to set the permissions for that folder – that’s a share. Essentially, share permissions determine the type of access others have to the shared folder across the network. To see what kind of permissions you will be extending when you share a folder: Right click on the folder.