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in thread Strange problem with Win32::Perms

Thanks, that took care of it. Unfortunately, I am having trouble finding good documentation for the module. The info I can find on roth.net is geared more towards an understanding of the win security model than the specifics of the module itself and I can't find the module on cpan.org. Perhaps I will buy the book that is the answer to "Need More Documentation?" on roth.net.
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Re: Re: Re: Strange problem with Win32::Perms
by BrowserUk (Patriarch) on Oct 05, 2003 at 15:44 UTC

    Probably the best single piece of documentation with the module is the README file contained in the distribution. There are a few very simple examples about half way down.

    Beyond that, the key to understanding how to use the module, is to understand the Win32 Permissions model. It is a very powerful, but also very complex beast. The book would probably be a good way to getting an understanding of the module and how to use it, but don't be surprised if it has to go into quite a lot of detail of the OS security model to do it.

    Whilst you wait for the book to arrive, you could try the MS documentation....here is as good a starting point as any.

    Good luck.


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      I thought I was pretty well up to speed on Win32 Permissions, but there is a lot of information at the link you provided. I think I will have to spend some time reading up on that before I continue with my project. Thanks a lot!!
Re: Re: Re: Strange problem with Win32::Perms
by Limbic~Region (Chancellor) on Oct 05, 2003 at 15:32 UTC
    ChrisR,
    I tried perldoc Win32::Perms and came up with nada. Then I started looking for documentation and got lucky. There is a README file installed with lot's of valuable information such as a FAQ. The list of constants and usage information about the module is all in the FAQ.

    Cheers - L~R

      Wow, I feel a little silly now. I'll take a look. Thanks!!