Changing file metadata

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joeyramone
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Changing file metadata

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I need to change the file metadata for this one site that i am doing, so that i can fingerprint uploaded files with a unique ID. If any one has done this and can help me or give any suggestions as to how this can be done..... please do!!!
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Oren
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Post by Oren »

Can't you just rename the file with the unique id?
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Ambush Commander
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Post by Ambush Commander »

He's probably trying to prevent unauthorized distribution.

What kind of files are these? The metadata format will vary from format to format.
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