How do you delete a file you do not have permissions for?


  1. Posts : 634
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    How do you delete a file you do not have permissions for?


    So I think I messed up. I downloaded an .avi and I can't watch the file or delete it. I almost think thats the point, like it's supposed to annoy the user that downloads it. is that possible?

    anyway, I have this folder I can't delete and the only thing in it is two copys of the same .avi file. It says I don't have permission. What can I do?

    properties says I do not have permission to view or change
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  2. Posts : 634
    7 Ultimate 64 bit Service Pack 1
    Thread Starter
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    alright, i took ownership of the folder and then i was able to delete it. I did the right thing?


    this thread was very helpful in the matter: Take Ownership Shortcut
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  3. Posts : 1,844
    Windows 7 pro
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    Have you tried changing the permissions of that file or the folder? Could other programs (such as a torrent) be using it? Have you scanned for viruses? Have you tried safe mode?
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  4. Posts : 634
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    townsbg said:
    Have you tried changing the permissions of that file or the folder? Could other programs (such as a torrent) be using it? Have you scanned for viruses? Have you tried safe mode?

    scanned for viruses came up clean. never tried in safe mod. Dont use torrents i use newsgroups. took ownership of file then was able to delete it.
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  5. Posts : 1,844
    Windows 7 pro
       #5

    Sometimes that's all it takes. I'm glad that it worked out.
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