Git Detached HEAD vs Attached HEAD: What It Means and How to Fix - Fix VS Code Permission Denied Error on Windows 11-Troubleshooting Windows Defender 0x800704ec

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Git Detached HEAD vs Attached HEAD: What It Means and How to Fix - Fix VS Code Permission Denied Error on Windows 11-Troubleshooting Windows Defender 0x800704ec
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.