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RE: Vista can't copy files (yet more problems)
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I really need help on this.

The file is locked by another program. You can't read it until it's done.


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LEAVE MICROSOFT ALONE!

Making multiuser systems is very hard!  Especially if you're basing it on a system that's never really been multiuser...

huh? NT has always been multiuser :p

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03-21-2008 11:27 AM
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RE: Vista can't copy files (yet more problems)
take ownership of the file and give yourself permissions for the file and the desktop.

If it's locked, use Unlocker.

If you were doing it right it'd work.

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Should my desktop folder be read-only?
Ok, well i got it. Its working fine for now! Thanks to everyone that helped out :P

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