Hi,
I want to build a database with files/folders on an external HD.
The HD is all set up and running, and I can add folders/subfolders/etc to it.
However, to protect myself against my own carelessness, I need some kind of a setup, possibly an Automator action, to prevent accidental writing/removing/editing of items on that HD.
I want an action that would demand a password when I try to add/delete/modify a folder/subfolder/item from the external HD.
The password should be demanded each time I try to add/delete/modify regardless of whether the HD has already been mounted. It should apply to all levels of the HD (folders, subfolders, individual items)
However, no password should be required when I read or copy from that HD.
I use a Power Mac and an Intel-based Mac running OS 10.5.8.
Many thanks for any suggestions.
I want to build a database with files/folders on an external HD.
The HD is all set up and running, and I can add folders/subfolders/etc to it.
However, to protect myself against my own carelessness, I need some kind of a setup, possibly an Automator action, to prevent accidental writing/removing/editing of items on that HD.
I want an action that would demand a password when I try to add/delete/modify a folder/subfolder/item from the external HD.
The password should be demanded each time I try to add/delete/modify regardless of whether the HD has already been mounted. It should apply to all levels of the HD (folders, subfolders, individual items)
However, no password should be required when I read or copy from that HD.
I use a Power Mac and an Intel-based Mac running OS 10.5.8.
Many thanks for any suggestions.