Windows 10 How can I change the owner of C:\Program Files from Trusted Installer to myself when access is denied?

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I have entered the advanced security settings for Program Files in order to change the ownership from Trusted Installer to my account. My account has administrator rights and is the only user on my computer. When I click on edit, I am not able to change any permissions for any of the group or user names. When I click into advanced I am able to put my Microsoft account as owner. After hitting applied it shows a pop up that states: "Unable to set new owner on Program Files. Access is denied. "System InformationOS Name Microsoft Windows 10 HomeVersion 10.0.19044 Build 19044Other OS Description N

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