You�re right. It�s not difficult for someone ho knows a little to find those files,
but for someone who can�t hide that was opening another files...I don�t know.
Besides, I have an edge. You�ve said that you could find some hidden -made with the
Norton Utilities editing hex numbers- file or folder in the time I make a cofee,
but there�s one thing... I don�t drink coffee.
I love this amusement, but I have to go.
Agust�n.
PS: for the records...I really understood that you all are right. I zip my files
and put them a password too.
Kerry Thompson wrote:
> >What I was meaning (in some way) was that if you make a .zip, anyone can
> >delete it.
>
> Fred didn't say why he wanted to keep people out of his files, but I
> suspect it is for security. Look at his sig--he works for a casino. Those
> folk have to be as careful about security as banks. I know--I've watched
> "The Sopranos."
>
> >Hidding Folders and/or files is a safe solution.
>
> Not really. I can find your hidden files in the time it takes you to get a
> cup of coffee. Mac or PC.
>
> Another suggestion would be to store his code on a secure network drive--a
> competent administrator can give him a directory that nobody else can even see.
>
> So, how about a hidden password-protected zip file on a removable hard
> drive on a server that only Fred can access?
>
> Cordially,
>
> Kerry Thompson
>
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