NTFS Security Permissions Ownership etcetera

here's stupid question in know...

i'm having tons of issues couple of wd passport external usb drives... here's quick descriptive;

i use these drives store media family pics, videos, media center recordings, music etc originate on one/more computers , wish access one/more computers...

i invariable novice in front of family every time access denied window , have go through several clicks gain control , continue whatever task had started.

 

so, here's (potentially) stupid question;

what point of introducing these lame , unpredictable (by average user) security hurtles when can overridden , rendered mere speed bumps? 

based on rational above, why isn't there quick (and easy) way strip security nonsense , make external drive friggen work?

i'm sure must missing something, haven't been able find clear answer this quandary.... if have one, i'd appreciate enlightenment! 

 

cheers!

rocmon 

 

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... ms rocks!

i'm not sure rationale, here's food thought.

the external hdd picks security settings computer.

when move external hdd computer, generic name: "everyone" might have full access, i'm betting sids different.  that's why have reset security settings.

if can find xp machine, should able format hdd fat32 , remove security external hdd.

btw, seeing know how change security settings, doubt family questioning leetness.

Windows Server  >  Security