When you set permissions on a folder, what happens to the files and subfolders by default?
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NTFS is the default file system of the Windows operating system family, offering a wide range of advanced features such as journaling, compression, quotas, and much more. NTFS also offers a flexible security model, allowing administrators to control how users and groups can
interact with folders and files. These interactions are controlled through the assignment of permissions. Basic and Advanced PermissionsNTFS permissions are logically grouped into a series of six basic permissions, each of which is comprised of a specific set of advanced (special) permissions. These groupings make it easier to apply complimentary permissions to users and groups. Permissions can have different meanings depending on whether they're applied to folders or files. Let's start with the basic permissions.
Now we'll further refine our understanding of the available advanced (also known as "special") permissions.
Permission InheritanceBy default, NTFS permissions for files and folders inherit the permissions of their parent folder. The primary purpose of file system permissions inheritance is to simplify administration. Without inheritance, administrators would need to specify permissions explicitly for each and every file and folder. There are cases, however, when an administrator will need to assign explicit permissions to a file system branch. This can be accomplished by disabling permissions inheritance for a given set of child objects (files or folders) and then assigning the desired permissions. Network Share PermissionsWindows shares can be used to provide access to one or more folders via the network. Share permissions are distinct from NTFS permissions and take effect when the associated folder is accessed from a remote machine. Share permissions are also less granular than NTFS permissions, offering Read, Change, and Full Control access levels. Rules for Determining User AccessLet's review the rules that govern how these permissions systems work together to regulate access.
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Do NTFS permissions apply to subfolders and files by default?Change — Users can do everything allowed by the “Read” permission, as well as add files and subfolders, change data in files, and delete subfolders and files. This permission is not assigned by default.
What is the purpose of adding permissions to a file or folder?When you set permissions, you specify the level of access for groups and users. For example, you can let one user read the contents of a file, let another user make changes to the file, and prevent all other users from accessing the file.
What are the default permissions of a file when it is created Windows?Permission Defaults[edit]
By default, Unix tends to only give full access to the owning user to files and directories. In contrast, Windows by default will also assign the group Everyone full permissions.
What happens to the permissions of a file or folder that is moved to a different NTFS volume?When you move a folder or file within an NTFS partition, the folder or file retains its original permissions. When you move a folder or file to a different NTFS partition, the folder or file inherits the permissions of the destination folder.
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