Re: remove local account

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From: Sharon F (sharonfDEL_at_ETEmvps.org)
Date: 04/09/04 

Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2004 19:30:12 -0500

On Thu, 8 Apr 2004 15:46:17 -0400, leeray wrote:

> Folders not accessible.
>
>
> "Sharon F" <sharonfDEL@ETEmvps.org> wrote in message
> news:%23gYFuKYHEHA.1296@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl...
> On Thu, 8 Apr 2004 00:31:16 -0400, leeray wrote:
>
>> Nope, that doesn't work, I tried that first thing. There are several
>> subfolders for that account. Got any other ideas?
>
> What is "doesn't work." What happens when you try? If getting an "access
> denied" message, take ownership of the files and folder while logged on
> with an account in the administrator group. Then delete.
>
> HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308421

"Inaccessible" is expected when the folders are being protected by
permission. Did you try taking ownership?

If still no luck, go into the permissions for the and remove the previous
owner from the list of allowed accounts.
  

-- 
Sharon F
MS-MVP ~ Windows XP Shell/User
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