How can I make sure other users cant access my files and folders? (Windows)

  • Click on Start then Control Panel
  • Open Network and Internet
  • Open Network and Sharing Centre
  • Click on Change Advanced Sharing Settings in the left hand panel

  • Under File and printer sharing select Turn Off File and Printer Sharing half way down the page

  • Click on Save changes . File sharing will now be turned off
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