Folder Lock Box is Gray when get info, so how do I lock folders?

I am logged in as an administrative user on an iBook G4. I'm creating new folders to organize the desktop. When I click on get info, the lock box is grayed out and not an option. How do I repair this or bypass this? Too many items to fit in dock and lock down for students to use easily.

Hi deblan,
Welcome to the Discussions.
There's no built in way to lock files/folders in OS X. You could use Disk Utility to create encrypted disk images and put the folders in there or you may find something on http://www.versiontracker.com or http://www.macupdate.com/ . Search for folder lock or lock folder.
John

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