Disk serial numbers

[Shari]

>This thread was originally about finding out if a particular cd was 
>in the drive.
>
>Would MCIsendString do what you need? I know it will tell you if 
>media is present. (which might be enough)
>
>Also, you could just see if a file which you know is on your CD is present
>
>Something like...
>
>if there is file "D:/my folder/whatever.txt" then --My cd is in there!
>
>Just some thoughts,
>tom mccarthy

Nope, originally the thread was about getting the serial number from 
a CD in the drive.  I was unaware that there was even a possibility 
that one could get the HD serial number on a Mac via Metacard without 
an external.  I used to use an external for this in Hypercard.  But 
would rather avoid them now, in anticipation that Mac will abandon 
them.

The goal is:

1.  To determine whether a SPECIFIC cd is in the drive, and not a 
copy of that CD

2.  To get the serial number of the actual hard drive, for programs 
that will not be distributed on a CD

I use heavy duty antipiracy methods, which are a hassle for my users, 
and this would actually simplify things, and allow registered users a 
bit more freedom than they currently have.

Shari C
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