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The inheritable permissions tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Windows file and folder permission inheritance, particularly the 'Replace all child object permissions with inheritable permissions from this object' setting. Users encounter issues where this setting does not persist, often related to homegroup sharing and file copying processes like uTorrent. Topics include troubleshooting permission locks on shared folders, ensuring network visibility, and managing NTFS permissions for child objects. The tag reflects real-world problems with permission propagation in Windows environments, especially when automated file transfers disrupt inherited permissions.
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    Windows 7 "Replace all Child object permissions with inheritable permissions from this object" will not stay c

    Backstory: I have been using Win7 since 7000 beta and played with it and love it (I'd consider myself pretty PC-saavy). But I'm having a problem with homegroup sharing on two computers. I have a desktop running much like a server: having utorrent download (free and legal) torrents and...
    • chrispcall
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    • access control administrator digital rights file management file sharing file system homegroup inheritable permissions local admin lock icon network network sharing ownership permissions security settings sharing issues tech support troubleshooting utorrent windows 7
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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