[OT] invisible files on Windows

[Richard Gaskin]

Scott Rossi wrote:

> Recently, "Richard Gaskin"  wrote:
> 
>> I can turn a file invisible on Mac OS and OS X, but how do I make a file
>> invisible on Windows?  I need to be able to do this for a cross-platform CD.
> 
> INVISIBLE FILES?  YOU?  Mr. "I never hide files from the user" Gaskin???
> 
> (just kidding :-)

Only on a CD; never on the user's system (at least not in my office).

> I am not a Windows expert, nor do I play one on TV.  That being said, I
> think you will run into a problem with simply making the file invisible due
> to the "Do not show hidden files" preference under the Folder Options menu.

That seems to be the case.

Any other tips for preventing the copying of QT media from a CD?  It doesn't
have to be capable of stopping an experienced hacker type, just enough to
make it at least inconvenient or unobvious for the average user.

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