How to optimize folder access Windows XP

To optimize folder access:

Windows XP needs to be installed and that an NTFS partition is present. The XP client must either be a domain member or it must Not have Simple File Sharing disabled.

Launch Windows Explorer (Start, All Programs, Accessories, Windows
Explorer).
In the left pane, select a drive formatted with NTFS within My Computer.
In the right pane, select a folder.
Select File, Properties.
Select the Security tab.
Click the Add button.
Click the Advanced button.
Click the Find Now button.
Locate and select the Authenticated Users group.
Click OK.
Click OK.
Click the Authenticated Users group that now appears in the list of names on the Security tab for the NTFS object. Take note of the granted permissions.
Select the Sharing tab.
Select the Share this folder radio button.
Click the Permissions button.
Click the Add button.
Click the Advanced button.
Click the Find Now button.
Locate and select the Authenticated Users group.
Click OK.
Click OK.
Set the Share permissions for the Authenticated Users group as close to the NTFS file level permissions as possible.
Click OK.
Click OK.
In Windows Explorer, select File, Close.

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