Hi all I am a dot net developer. I created an application and it tries to write(edit) some files inside program files(installation path).But failed to a general user and succeeded for an administrator.Ir is ok for security reasons. But why any windows software like sql server is able to write db files in that program files folder. can u pls give some good explanation(or any link ) . thanks in advanceWant to add MVP with my name.

Hi, That should the Windows 7 UAC behavior. User Account Control (UAC) helps defend your PC against hackers and malicious software. Any time a program wants to make a major change to your computer, UAC lets you know and asks for permission. Regards, Leo Huang Please remember to click Mark as Answer on the post that helps you, and to click Unmark as Answer if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread.

Hi sir Thanks for answer but can you explain when I am updating a database from sql server and normal user account why it allow to let it save those db files inside program files ? Is that microsoft product behaves different in spite of who is logged in ? ThanksWant to add MVP with my name.

Hi, I’m not familiar with this behavior about SQL server. Maybe some permission has been set for normal user. You may contact SQL server forum to confirm: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/category/sqlserver The reason why we recommend posting appropriately is you will get the most qualified pool of respondents, and other partners who read the forums regularly can either share their knowledge or learn from your interaction with us. Thank you for your understanding. Regards, Leo Huang Please remember to click Mark as Answer on the post that helps you, and to click Unmark as Answer if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread.

Hi, I’m not familiar with this behavior about SQL server. Maybe some permission has been set for normal user. You may contact SQL server forum to confirm: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/category/sqlserver The reason why we recommend posting appropriately is you will get the most qualified pool of respondents, and other partners who read the forums regularly can either share their knowledge or learn from your interaction with us. Thank you for your understanding. Regards, Leo Huang Please remember to click Mark as Answer on the post that helps you, and to click Unmark as Answer if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread.

Thanks sir .Want to add MVP with my name.