Shared resource permissions
A shared resource provides access to applications, data, or a user's personal data. You can grant or deny permissions for each shared resource.
In general, it is best to set permissions using the NTFS file system or access control The more restrictive permissions will always apply. For more information about best practices for working with Shared Folders, see Best practices
Shared resource permissions:
| • | Apply only to users who gain access to the resource over the network. They do not apply to users who gain access to the resource at the computer where the resource is stored. |
| • | Apply to all files and folders within the shared resource. For this reason, shared resource permissions provide less detailed security than NTFS permissions. |
| • | Are the only way to secure network resources on FAT and FAT32 volumes, because NTFS permissions are not available on FAT or FAT32 volumes. |
| • | Specify the maximum user access allowed over the network, for users who access the resource through the share. This is in addition to the security provided by the NTFS file system. |
You can apply the following types of access permissions to shared folders or drives.
