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A windows folder shared with a dollar sign ($) after it USUALLY indicates what?
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It is write protected.
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It is US region specific.
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It is hidden.
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It is finance related.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Administrative shares have the following characteristics: Hidden: The “$” appended to the end of the share name means that it is a hidden share. Windows will not list such shares among those it defines in typical queries by remote clients to obtain the list of shares.
Detailed explanation-2: -It usually means it’s a temporary or placeholder file. The $ prefix is used because its a combination of characters that a person is unlikely to start a filename with of their own choice. Related questions (More answers below)
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