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I use this clever workaround to lock files and folders on my PC

If there’s one feature that I still can’t believe Windows doesn’t have in 2026, it’s the ability to lock files and folders. Sure, your Windows account is already protected by a PIN or password, but ...
ZDNet

How to lock a file or folder in MacOS Finder - to save you from yourself

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Macworld

MacOS File Settings: The difference between Locked and Sharing & Permissions

The Get Info window’s Locked option prevents changes on a single Mac, and modifies the item’s Finder icon. Macworld reader Jeff noted that when he uses the Locked option, files stored in iCloud Drive ...
Bleeping Computer

How to delete or rename files and folders that are in use or locked in Windows

One of the more frustrating experiences when using a computer is when you want to delete or rename a file or folder in Windows, but get an error stating that the file ...
Digit

Google Drive’s new feature lets you lock files easily: Here’s how

Google has announced a new feature for its file storage and synchronisation service Google Drive. The new feature makes it easier for users to lock files in Google Drive. “We’re adding the option to ...