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User /group file-folder network access.

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by rbloomquist1

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In NT and 2K, I can set permissions for other computer in my workgroup so some can access them and others not. Depends on what permissions I apply to the users or groups. assuming that they are say users on my XP system, how can I give some full access and others not depending on who they are. I don't want to give out Administrator full permission.

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by jnet

If you are talking about just a local (single) workstation, then just create limited user accounts. They will be unable to create shares, modify system settings, etc. If you are talking about a workgroup, then you can still create user groups and establish file and folder level security if you use an NTFS volume. If you use FAT, you can still use shared folder level security. Create your users and put them in groups, then assign them rights under the correct file or folder properties. Make sure you remove the group Everyone (this has full control). Replace with your groups and assign permissions.

by rbloomquist1

I found my ailment, it was due to simple file sharing being enabled. Without it only very simple permissions could be set excluding any even minor settings.

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