Javier copies a file named “secret” from a folder named “restricted” to a folder named
“open”. Both folders reside on the same NTFS partition. What happens to the permissions
on the file named “secret”?
A.
The file inherits the target directory’s permissions
B.
The file loses its permissions and is assigned to the Everyone group
C.
The retains the permissions it has before it was copied
D.
The file is copied into the new directory and the old file is deleted, all permissions are
retained.
Explanation:
On a copy, permissions are inherited from the target folder. However,
if it was a move, then the permissions move with the file, as long as it is on the same
partition.
Incorrect Answers:
B: The new permissions are inherited from the target folder. It is not assigned to theeveryone
group unless that is what the target folder permissions were set at.
C: Permissions are retained on a MOVE, not a COPY.
D: This is really a move operation, not a copy.