Driver3260
Well-Known Member
Can any one tell me what this is and if it's spyware how to get rid," Desktop.ini", I keep deleting but it keeps reappearing, Thanks
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The forum thread discusses concerns about the recurring appearance of "Desktop.ini" files on the desktop, with the original poster seeking to identify and remove them if they are spyware. Contributors provide resources explaining the purpose of these system files and suggest that their presence is normal, especially for users with administrator accounts, as they facilitate dual access levels. Overall, the discussion reassures that "Desktop.ini" files are standard system files and offers guidance on their roles rather than indicating malware.
The forum thread discusses concerns about the recurring appearance of "Desktop.ini" files on the desktop, with the original poster seeking to identify and remove them if they are spyware. Contributors provide resources explaining the purpose of these system files and suggest that their presence is normal, especially for users with administrator accounts, as they facilitate dual access levels. Overall, the discussion reassures that "Desktop.ini" files are standard system files and offers guidance on their roles rather than indicating malware.
Solution
kemical
Essential Member
Hi Driver,
these webpages may help with information on what the file is and how to remove the pop up:
Solved Desktop.ini icon suddenly appearing
Why Are There Two Desktop.ini Files On My Desktop & What Do They Do?
http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...-desktop/8aa24487-b52b-4155-aee2-925ec3a7d1c1
Post back if they are of no help.
these webpages may help with information on what the file is and how to remove the pop up:
Solved Desktop.ini icon suddenly appearing
Why Are There Two Desktop.ini Files On My Desktop & What Do They Do?
http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...-desktop/8aa24487-b52b-4155-aee2-925ec3a7d1c1
Post back if they are of no help.
I believe there are two when your account is a member of the administrators group. The reason things don't run unless you select "run as administrator" is because while using your computer you are running in a lower (medium) level or regular user level. When you need to run something that requires high level access, UAC pops up and switches you to a administrator version of your same account. The two desktop.ini files are for your dual access.
