very sneaky - the only problem will arise if the users connect to the webserver via a proxy server, in which case all requests will come from the same IP address
>>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 8/10/2003 11:06:16 am >>> > Is this just a pipe dream, or can someone tell me where to download the CF_MIRACLE tag from somewhere? Load up with your favourite mind altering substance and start puffing away. The Nirvana you seek is within you......... (but you have got buckleys chance of this working across multiple different network types) I have done this before in a Windows network (browser independent) by using nbtstat to obtain details about the user from their IP address. Basically CF ran NBTSTAT and passed over the IP address from the CGI variables (cant remember which one now - easy enough to work out by dumping CGI). It then got the text back and parsed the results (each NBTSTAT entry has a reasonably predictable format with record types and data - just need to work it out). That provided a USERNAME that I could then use to authenticate against. Because it is at the network level you can't really fudge it and it is always consistent when they log in at different machines. The downside of it is that you need to have an environment that is consistent. It also worked for Macs on the network (as long as they had Netbios enabled). As far as the retinal scan is concerned........ I think DNA matching through live blood analysis by insertion of a finger into a unit dedicated for the task that pricks their finger every time they log in will be a stark reminder of how much better it is to just enter their user name and password. Gary Menzel Web Development Manager IT Operations Brisbane -+- ABN AMRO Morgans Limited Level 29, 123 Eagle Street BRISBANE QLD 4000 PH: 07 333 44 828 FX: 07 3834 0828 **************************************************************************** If this communication is not intended for you and you are not an authorised recipient of this email you are prohibited by law from dealing with or relying on the email or any file attachments. This prohibition includes reading, printing, copying, re-transmitting, disseminating, storing or in any other way dealing or acting in reliance on the information. If you have received this email in error, we request you contact ABN AMRO Morgans Limited immediately by returning the email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and destroy the original. We will refund any reasonable costs associated with notifying ABN AMRO Morgans. This email is confidential and may contain privileged client information. ABN AMRO Morgans has taken reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all its communications, including electronic communications, but accepts no liability for materials transmitted. Materials may also be transmitted without the knowledge of ABN AMRO Morgans. ABN AMRO Morgans Limited its directors and employees do not accept liability for the results of any actions taken or not on the basis of the information in this report. ABN AMRO Morgans Limited and its associates hold or may hold securities in the companies/trusts mentioned herein. Any recommendation is made on the basis of our research of the investment and may not suit the specific requirements of clients. Assessments of suitability to an individual's portfolio can only be made after an examination of the particular client's investments, financial circumstances and requirements. **************************************************************************** --- You are currently subscribed to cfaussie as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MX Downunder AsiaPac DevCon - http://mxdu.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Maddocks Melbourne - Tel: (61 3) 9288 0555 Fax: (61 3) 9288 0666 Sydney - Tel: (61 2) 8223 4100 Fax: (61 2) 9221 0872 Web: http://www.maddocks.com.au ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The information in this electronic mail is privileged and confidential, intended only for use of the individual or entity named. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, copying or use of the information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error please delete it immediately from your system and inform us by email on [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- --- You are currently subscribed to cfaussie as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MX Downunder AsiaPac DevCon - http://mxdu.com/
