Windows 2000
Working with Groups
As work progresses, it may be appropriate to provide group access to a file. Due to employee turnover, it is recommended that permissions be set for groups rather than individuals.
Adding a Group from the List
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From the Start menu, select Programs » Accessories » Windows Explorer
Windows Explorer opens. -
From the All Folders scroll box list, select the appropriate folder
The contents of the selected folder appears in the Contents list. -
From the Contents list, select the appropriate file
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From the File menu, select Properties...
The Properties dialog box appears. -
In the Properties dialog box, select the Security tab
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Click ADD...
The Select Users, Computers, or Groups dialog box appears. -
From the Name scroll box, select the appropriate group from the scroll box list
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Click ADD...
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Click OK
The newly added group has access to the file.
Displaying Members of a Group
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From the Start menu, select Programs » Accessories » Windows Explorer
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From the All Folders scroll box list, select the appropriate folder
The contents of the selected folder appears in the Contents list. -
From the Contents list, select the appropriate file
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From the File menu, select Properties...
The Properties dialog box appears. -
In the Properties dialog box, select the Security tab
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Click ADD...
The Select Users, Computers, or Groups dialog box appears. -
From the scroll box list of group names, select the appropriate group name
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Click CHECK NAMES
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Click CANCEL
Modifying Members of a Group
If an individual needs to be added to or removed from a group, call the LTS Help Desk at 836-5711 to request the change.
