previously, we discussed implementing all of the node hooks for CCK content types except hook_access. unfortunately, there is no access op for hook_nodeapi. adding this to drupal core is the topic of much discussion on drupal.org. so far a resolution to the issue has failed to be included in drupal 5 and drupal 6, and is now on deck for consideration in drupal 7.

this is a complicated issue, and the experts are debating with good cause. in the meantime though, if you need to move on, here's what you can do.

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