How to set password to folder

Hi,

how can I set password for my folder in local computer ? when I open particular folder I should ask for password.


Thanks & Regards

S.Prasath
Vista Expert

Hi S. Prasath,

You can't set a password for a folder. If you want to protect the folder from being viewed by others, you can encrypt it if you are running Windows Vista Ultimate, Business, or Enterprise. For more information on encryption, see: Encrypt or decrypt a folder or file.

Charlene

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Charlene Shepard
Windows User Assistance Team
Microsoft Corporation
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Hi,

how can I set password for my folder in local computer ? when I open particular folder I should ask for password.


Thanks & Regards

S.Prasath
Vista Expert