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Is it possible to add password protection to files on the server itself, and not allow other accounts to access such files. NOT on a public drive by the way. Can I achieve this by using the NTFS partition format? I was told it was possible. If there is any confusion;

 

Say I have some secure documents in c:\docs. Is there a way to right click it and set it up so only an admin can access that directory?

 

Any help would be great! My employer needs to know this asap.

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Yes, you can. Try it. I am assuming that the hosting server and all workstations are in the same workgroup/domain. You can also explicitly deny access to people and groups just as easily as you can grant access to whatever files and folders you like.

 

This is how you share a folder (I generally set mine to "everyone" and let NTFS do all the work):

 

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;q301198

 

And here is a break down of setting up NTFS permissions (simplistic overview, but it works):

 

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;q301195

 

HTH

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I was hoping I could! So even if the restricted user is on the server itself, as long as he is on a restricted account I can set what he can see and use and what he can't?!

 

I tell you, I have visited a lot of forums and this one always has me coming back. You guys are fast and know what your talking about. I appreciate your effort!

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Correct. However, why is the restricted user logging on locally anyway? Is this person a server admin? If so, an admin can reset permissions on NTFS even if he/she is locked out.

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