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How to change the file permissions


The following instructions are for changing file permissions in a Linux hosting package.

WS-FTP
1. Make a connection to the server using WISE-FTP. Follow instructions in FAQ:
http://faq.1and1.com/web_space__access/ftp_account/ws_ftp_guide_/index.html

2. Now right-click the file for which you wish to change the permissions and select Properties.
ws_ftp_perms1

3. Set the permissions by checking the appropriate boxes or change the numeric
value directly. Click OK to save the changes.
ws_ftp_perms2

WISE-FTP
1. Make a connection to the server using WISE-FTP. Follow instructions in FAQ:
http://faq.1and1.com/web_space__access/ftp_account/wise_ftp_guide/index.html

2. Now right-click the file for which you wish to change the permissions and select Properties.
wise_ftp_perms1

3. Set the permissions by checking the appropriate boxes or change the numeric
value directly. Click OK to save the changes.
wise_ftp_perms2

Internet explorer(IE)
1. Make a connection to the server using IE. Follow instructions in FAQ:
How do I FTP using Internet Explorer?

2. Right-click the file for which you wish to change the permissions and select Properties.
ie_ftp_perms1

3. Set the permissions by checking the appropriate boxes and click OK to save the changes.
ie_ftp_perms2

To change permissions in Microsoft Package please follow
FAQ: How to set permissions for directories and files

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