Previous versions of Windows used the DESKTOP.INI files but the were
filtered and not shown in certain areas such as Desktop, Start Menu,
Favorites and others. They were only visible in those areas if My Computer
or Windows Explorer was used. I think Vista should follow down the same
path.


"Bill Frisbee" <wfrisbeeX@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> Desktop.ini are an important part of Windows and folders...
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> Bill F.
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> "Axel Dahmen" <NO_SPAM@NoOneKnows.invalid> wrote in message
> news:OHjJTyJ9GHA.3344@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl...
> Hi,
>
> I've noticed that two Desktop.in files appear on the desktop when I choose
> to have hidden files displayed. Has this issue been discussed before?
>
> TIA,
> Axel Dahmen
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