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

1Cheap2Crazy

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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

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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

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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