A quick question: could one transfer the files needed for flashing to an empty memory card
through the Reader? By through, I mean with the card in the Reader, and the Reader connected to the computer by USB.
I really really want the hacks, but my dedicated card reader has flat out refused all cooperation... I haven't used it in a while, and it seems it's now broken.
So, is what I'm asking possible--that is--safe and doable? Or do I have to go out in this freezing rain and buy a dedicated card reader

?