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How to Hack Protected Windows XP Files
By: Nilpo/Developer Shed Staff Writer
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    2007-04-16

    Table of Contents:
  • How to Hack Protected Windows XP Files
  • How Windows protects files
  • Replacing file that are in use
  • PendingFile RenameOperations
  • Using Wininit.ini on legacy systems.

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    There seems to be a lot of confusion about how to safely edit and replace system files—especially those that are protected by Windows File Protection. This article will show you the ins and outs about how Windows XP protects itself. Use this information with caution.

    Before we go any further, always remember Rule Number One: Back Up!  Take the time to back up any files you plan on editing or replacing. If you can, create a full system backup such as a drive image.  Things can go wrong and it’s best to have a good recovery method in place if and when disaster strikes.

    Rule Number Two is equally important.  Always do your homework.  Take the time to educate yourself about what you’re trying to accomplish.  The Windows Operating System is extremely integrated throughout several thousand system files.  Make sure you’re aware of what they do and what risks you run by changing them.

    Finally, Rule Number Three is to take your time, especially if you are using a hex editor to edit binary files.  If you make mistakes there is a good chance you will render the file completely unusable right along with your system.

    Any time you try to run Windows in a manner other than it was intended, you run the risk of causing instability and data loss.  We’ve all seen how “stable” Windows is on its own; imagine what you’re doing when you begin changing things.

    It should also be noted that editing system files does violate the Windows EULA.  As such, you will no longer be eligible for technical support from Microsoft.  With that in mind, I don’t condone this type of activity by those who are not prepared to take on the responsibilities and consequences that may arise.

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