I recommend that you don't map the data directory, in stead you use the whole path and the IP address of the server: SET PATH TO \\198.162.0.100\data. This will not give you absolute security, but at least you users will not be able to navigate to your server via the explorer, unless they know the IP address of the server.

>Hi,
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>What is the best way to secure a folder so to allow access from workstations to that VFP applications & data inside the folder accross the network.
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>File server is Windows 2003 Databases and tables are in the same folder on the server... Workstation are running Windows XP Pro. Howeever, I wish to limit direct user manipulation of VFP folder from workstations and make it invisible to all users and not allow it to appear under the My Network Places.
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>Thanks in advance!
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>John