A Standard user accesses an Administrator's directories


  1. Fortitude
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    Windows 11 Pro
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    A Standard user accesses an Administrator's directories


    I have three accounts on my PC: One is an Administrator. The second one is also an Administrator and is designated a Local Account. The third one is a Standard account which I use for my daily work on the computer.

    I have a Microsoft account for each of these accounts, but I'm logged with the Microsoft account of the Administrator only.

    I notice that as a Standard user I can freely see the contents of the User directories of the Administrator. However, I cannot access likewise the Local administrator's directories unless I use an Administrator password.
    My question is why do I need Administrator privileges to view one, but not the other Administrator's directories?

    I'm on Windows 11.
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  3. dalchina
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    Win 10 Pro (22H2) (2nd PC is 22H2)
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    Hi, as this is a Windows 11 question, could you please refer it to
    elevenforum.com

    - a sister forum dedicated to Win 11? Thanks.
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  4. Berton
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    Win10 Pro and Home, Win11 Pro and Home, Win7, Linux Mint
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    Quick link at the bottom of each page:
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  6. Try3
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    Windows 10 Home x64 Version 22H2 Build 19045.4170
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    Now reposted at
    (Why) can a Standard user access an Administrator's data - ElevenForum

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