The Microsoft Windows operating system does not provide its users with an easy way to change file attributes and dates. Sure there is the right-click > Properties dialog that makes it possible to change the Read-Only and Hidden flags of files but there is no obvious way to change other flags like index or archive [...]

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Certain properties are stored for files and folders in Windows besides the data. Those properties are further distinguished in file attributes, file size and date & time. Files or folders for instance can be set to be read only or hidden which influences their appearance and behavior. Hidden files for instance are not shown by default if you open a folder in Windows unless you have set the option to display hidden files and folders to true.

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