Unable to create a folder in Windows

[stevesmiths]

Hi

Can anyone tell me why we can not create a folder or rename a folder with filename CON in windows ,when i tried doing this it is displaying error "The specified device name is invalid"

[anon]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Device_file#DOS,_TOS,_OS/2,_and_Windows

[VITSUSA]

There are some restrictions due to its security feature, that's why folder creation or rename functionality not works in Window.

[rotansharma]

Before that, let's see if a simpler solution will work.

1. Open a Windows Explorer window by clicking on a folder.

2. Click Organize.

3. Click Folder and Search Options.

4. Click View.

5. Under Advanced Settings, select Launch Folder Windows in a Separate Process.

6. Click OK.