Read ini file in TestStand

I have a computer with TestStand, but no LabVIEW. Can I read an ini file in TestStand directly? My file have several section headings and several keys under each. Any help appreciated.
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If you are comfortable calling the Win32 sdk, you could use the DLL adapter to call:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/windows/desktop/ms724353%28v=vs.85%29.aspx

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