Deleting files and Folders

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I get a message telling me :access is denied or file in
locked or open when I attempt to delete files and folders.
I am the administrator and own the files. How can I delete
these files and folders in question?
 
How to take ownership of a file or folder in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308421&Product=winxp

"Access is Denied" Error Message When You Try to Open a Folder
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810881&Product=winxp

How to Delete A File That Is Seemingly "Undeletable"
http://www.theeldergeek.com/delete_undeletable_file.htm

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| I get a message telling me :access is denied or file in
| locked or open when I attempt to delete files and folders.
| I am the administrator and own the files. How can I delete
| these files and folders in question?
 
try starting your computer in safe mode then locate and delete the file.
this normally works
 
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