Computer question

[bemydestruction]

Is there a way to hide folders in Windows XP so that they can't be found if someone else was to do a search for the folders or their contents? I mean I can obviously rename the file but it contains a tonne of files within in it that would take me forever to rename all of those too. So is there a quick way to make a file unsearchable if looked for?

I'm completely inept when it comes to computers. In fact, it's safe to say I'm illiterate so if this is really obvious. Please don't laugh at my lack of knowledge.

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!