First check that you can still see the file or program in your file manager=
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if the actual file or program is not showing or is showing as hidden,=20
somehow the hidden and system flags could have been activated (how to=20
puzzle people, go to a command line and type attrib +S +h *.* the PC will=20
never boot again. Magic!).

Check if your PC has suddenly changed it's network name, that is press=20
WIN_BUTTON + PAUSE/BREAK if the computer name hasn't changed then select=20
one recalcitrant file, right click select properties, then select the=20
security tab, from here click on ADVANCED.=20

 From the PERMISSIONS tab select CHANGE PERMISSIONS, click on your user nam=
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and ensure the 'inherit permissions etc' is ticked, click on the ADD button=
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make sure your user name has appeared and the OK out of the dialogue boxes.=
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This can be performed per file or per directory or drive if needs be.

Then check to make sure no nasty virii have infiltrated your system. Delete=
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any restore points you might have as many nasties hide here as they are=20
often immune to AV software in this special system folder.

Colin
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