Running windows 98 second edition. At times I inadvertently delete an icon off the desk top. I know I can drag a new one on, but is there a program that will protect the desktop icons from deletion.
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2002-12-18 01:20Lock Icon so not delete
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2002-12-18 05:57Re: Lock Icon so not delete
The Recycle Bin?
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2002-12-18 14:07Re: Lock Icon so not delete
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2002-12-19 02:29Re: Lock Icon so not delete
I would have said "common sense" but I guess that's a stretch. Your way is safer !!! <img src=/S/grin.gif border=0 alt=grin width=15 height=15>
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