cannot copy some files on network

[dss_cottage]

To wrap up this thread.......

I've searched many forums and found many posts that indicate that others are having the same problem but no one has posted a solution.

I've asked for help in this and a couple of other forums and did not receive any solution.

Therefore, I've given up and implemented a work around. It's a bit of a nuisance but is certainly workable.

I've created a new sub directory called "zDownload". Everything that is downloaded using Firefox is downloaded into this directory. (with missing permissions). Then I simply move the file to my "zTemp" directory where it inherits the correct permissions. Now I can access the file from my network.

It "ain't" pretty but it works! It's just frustrating that I can't find what is causing to original problem! I hate to leave a problem unresolved!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[jimpgh]

I too tripped on this and found your discussion helpful.

One added note: it is possible to get a security tab in XP Home by booting into Safe Mode (F8). From there you can modify permissions as you would in XP Pro and you don't have to install anything (potentially harmful). For more details see: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308421

If you simply want to copy a file or two, select the file, go to Properties->Secuity->Advanced, delete all the permissions that are there, and add one that says "Everyone, Full Control". The file can then be copied normally.

 

[Zoron]

One suggestion I have is to enable the Guest account and see if that works...