Thread: Is it possible...

Is it possible to make a program that watches folders, and anytime sometime clicks and attempts to open a particular folder a password window comes up? I'm certain the password window could be made, but the ability to bring it up when a folder is clicked is what I am unsure of. Of course, the folder should not open up unless the right password is entered. Is this possible in Java?

I had actually skimmed over it, but only saw events for when a file was changed in various ways. Now that I look at it more closely though, it might actually be helpful. Thanks, for both the reply and the welcome. ^^

Well I played around with it a bit but it doesn't seem like its capable of performing the needed functions. As thought, it only gives alerts when a person modifies whats in the folder after they access it. Are there any other possibilities within Java, or would I have to use a different language?

Oh and I'm not sure if double posting is allowed. I read over the rules but didn't see anything on it. If I am wrong, please tell me. Thanks.

Is there some reason that the system's built-in password protection doesn't work? Pure Java can't intercept a file change before it happens, it can only tell you it has happened after-the-fact.

I do not think that the system has a built in feature capable of it, and if Java cannot do such then what can? The reason why I'm trying is because basically I'm the type of person who gets an idea and then makes it into a reality. If I don't know how, or if its above my abilities, I try to learn more about what I'm trying and the different ways it can be accomplished. This particular idea though is more advanced so to say, and so far its the only idea where I've had to ask other people. I do greatly appreciate the assistance.