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I used to have a Linux Virtual Machine and used a network folder to pass files from my host to the VM about a year and a half ago. Today, I found an inaccessible and undeletable Linux folder on my desktop, and I don't know how it got there since my network discovery option is off. Can anyone help me delete this folder?
EDIT: so i just wanna say that i havent openned this VM for about a year and a half so im not sure how this folder just randomly came to my desktop all i think is this may be related to my WSL app... (Windows Subsystem For Linux)
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It sounds like your Linux Virtual Machine might have left behind some remnants on your desktop. Even with network discovery turned off, it is possible for files or folders to persist. Try accessing the folder through the command line or using a file manager with administrative privileges to delete it. If it still persists, you might need to delve into your VM settings or consult with someone experienced in Linux environments for further assistance.
Regards goku to
also this is what happens when i open the Linux folder:
so micheal is the closest one to helping me find a solution since he mentionned WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) which may be related to this problem.
here is the virtual machine i will run it and then try to access the network folder and if that works then im gonna try to delete it.
didnt work sadly so this really makes me think this problem is related to the WSL app
Uhhhh so after some time the file just.... disappeared? im not sure how it even got there nor disappear im confused but i might aswell make this answer the solution thanks for helping :D