Windows' share physical path

Hi,
I need to write a file on a NAS. I have the share path (suppose \\share\dir). How can I create a file on it? Do I need to know the physical path and use it to create a file? Can I obtain the physical path having the NAS path?
I'm talking about Java 1.4.03 (and Websphere).
Sorry for my english but it isn't my mother tongue.
Thanks

Hi,
Ok, first of: Applet or Application? The main difference is: Applet - forget it, Application - you'll have to consult the file system. And that IS possible...
I see annother issue: shared paths. Are you talking about a LAN-based application? Windows shares have a bad reputaion for me, the security ... stinks ;-) you'll have to provide read and (oh dear...) WRITE permissions, to just about ... everyone. Be carefull with that, otherwise your (server) disk could end up as backup annex trashcan...
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