A frequent problem in Windows is encountering locked files, because they are running, being used by someone else, by another process, or simply because malware is the culprit.
Although we also know that Windows has file protection itself, which helps protect files from accidental modification of system files. If we try to modify these protected files, a message like this will appear:
But the truth is that the solution is simple and fast, with the following 4 free programs that will help us unlock files smoothly.
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- NanWick UnLockR: Also known as Unlocker, in particular it will allow you rename protected files, delete protected files, replace protected files, move protected files or simply unlock them.
It is in English, does not need installation and weighs 295 Kb (Zip).
- NanWick UnLockR: Also known as Unlocker, in particular it will allow you rename protected files, delete protected files, replace protected files, move protected files or simply unlock them.
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- IObit Unlocker: Multilanguage, more complete, requires installation and is integrated into the contextual menu, for quick access with the right click.
It supports Windows 8/7 / Vista / XP / 2000, with a size of 2.87 MB.
- IObit Unlocker: Multilanguage, more complete, requires installation and is integrated into the contextual menu, for quick access with the right click.
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- LockHunter: Powerful 1.3 MB installable tool, specialist in unlock processes, close or delete them by sending them to the Recycle Bin.
It is in English only and works with Windows 2000 onwards.
- LockHunter: Powerful 1.3 MB installable tool, specialist in unlock processes, close or delete them by sending them to the Recycle Bin.
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- Unlocker: The classic tool known to all, is still available for download in installable and portable versions, its compatibility is with Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista / 7 32 and 64 bit.
- Unlocker: The classic tool known to all, is still available for download in installable and portable versions, its compatibility is with Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista / 7 32 and 64 bit.
And you, what other program would you recommend us?