Converting kernel-mode print drivers to user mode

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Hello all,

I've recently needed to convert a Win32 print driver from kernel mode to
user mode, and I ran into what I imagine are the same problems that
everybody else does while doing this. Frustrated by burning time on stupid
little stuff, I started keeping notes, and ended up with a pretty decent
Tech Tip on the subject.

Converting Win32 Kernel-mode Print Drivers to User Mode
http://www.unixwiz.net/techtips/win32-pdriver-ktou.html

I hope this is helpful to others in the same boat.

Steve
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Steve Friedl / UNIX Wizard / Microsoft Security MVP / www.unixwiz.net


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