title: What is the easiest way to get track data off a simple USB HID magnetic card reader?
body: <p>I need to get Track 1 and Track 2 data off magnetic cards and send them over the network to a waiting server. What is an easy way to get the track data from a USB HID magnetic card reader?</p>
  
  <p>In case it helps, I have a MAGTEK Mini Swipe Magnetic Strip Reader (part no. 21040140)</p>
  
  <p>I'm OS agnostic -- a solution for Windows, Mac or Linux would be great. Preferably no .NET, but if that's the easiest way I'll go for it.</p>
  
  <p>What do you all think?</p>
  
  <p>Thanks!</p>