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how to make a folder password protected?
I wonder why nobody replied the question on password protecting folders. I am not sure if the post author is still interested in the answer but I guess a reply may still be useful if you find this post when searching the forum. I always search for an answer before posting a question. So here you are. Windows does not allow you to password protect a particular folder. You can only password protect your Windows account (which is good). To lock particular folders, you have to use a third-part software. There was one from Microsoft called Private Folder, but, unfortunately, it was discontinued. Currently I use Folder Password Expert. It is simple and efficient, which is why I like it. This is a link to the official web site: 'How to Password Protect Folders in Windows 7, Vista, XP, 98, NT, ME' (http://www.folder-password-expert.com) Another program I considered was 'Folder Protection' (http://www.folder-protection.com). It is pretty good but I still prefer the wizard interface of Folder Password Expert. This was my two cents. Hope this helps. -- Technician Posted via http://www.vistaheads.com |