How do I get rid of the Locks on a Folders?

[1Cheap2Crazy]

I'm really starting to hate Win7.

Why is there a lock on some of the folders?

When I go to C/programs/xnews, I don't even see a folder named Downloads, just internet. But when using Xnews, I see a whole bunch of folders and files, some with locks on them.
I've tried to take ownership of Xnews, allow everyone to have permission, but I can't find this folder. I'm PO.
Help.

Thanks

 

[Thor86]

I feel for you. I don't like the file explorers in either Vista or 7, but there are tweaks to allow you better visibility and look/feel like the traditional file explorer. Or there are other third party file explorers which have much better usability. Just Google and you will find your solution.

 

[AFurryReptile]

You should make sure that "Show hidden files and folder" is turned on in Folder Options, in the Control Panel.

Some programs get installed to USERNAME/AppData(A hidden folder)/local

 

[MrChad]

http://social.technet.microsoft.com...i/thread/84263a90-b569-4154-af11-40132169b573