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Information about “FILE/ARCHIVE”
At last, a self-activating utility for analyzing and archiving files on
a hard disk. Using criteria set by the user, the system looks for files
which may no longer be active and offers the user the opportunity to
either remove them completely or archive (move) them from their current
location. Technically a hard disk is not required, but the system's
value is in its ability to scan large amounts of data and automatically
select data needing attention.
To use the system, pre-select directories to be periodically analyzed.
A master configuration record tells FILE/ARCHIVE how often to look at
directory entries to see whether they should be analyzed. By including
the proper command in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file, the system can be made
totally automatic. The only thing it will not do automatically is
actually archive files -- it merely presents the files that meet the
selection criteria in a menu and asks if you would like to archive or
delete any of them. Any files that are selected are then moved to a
designated archive location, usually a floppy disk.
Customize several parameters such as a variety of default values,
specify whether to include system or hidden files in the analysis
(although it won't allow you to archive such files as long as they have
those attributes), specify whether or not to use DOS' Write
Verify feature, assign your own function keys, and more.
FILE2287.TXT
Disk No: 2287
Disk Title: File/Archive
PC-SIG Version: S1
Program Title: FILE/ARCHIVE
Author Version: 1.50
Author Registration: $50.00
Special Requirements: Hard drive recommended.
This is a self-activating utility for analyzing and archiving files on a
hard disk. Utilizing a variety of criteria set by the user, the system
looks for files which may no longer be active and offers the
opportunity to either remove them completely or archive (move) them
from their current location. Technically a hard disk is not required,
but the system's value is in its ability to scan large amounts of data
and automatically select data needing attention.
To use the system, pre-select directories to be periodically analyzed.
A master configuration record tells FILE/ARCHIVE how often to look at
directory entries to see whether they should be analyzed. By including
the proper command in the autoexec.bat file, the system can be made
totally automatic. The only thing the system will not do automatically
is actually archive files - it merely presents the files that meet the
selection criteria in a menu and asks if you would like to archive or
delete any of them. Any files that are selected are then moved to a
designated archive location, usually a floppy disk.
You can customize several parameters such as a variety of default
values, specify whether to include system or hidden files in its
analysis (although it won't allow you to archive such files as long as
they have those attributes), specify whether or not to use DOS' write
verify feature, assign your own function keys, etc. You can also select
any combination of colors.
PC-SIG
1030D East Duane Avenue
Sunnyvale Ca. 94086
(408) 730-9291
(c) Copyright 1989 PC-SIG, Inc.
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║ To print out documentation, type: COPY INTRO.TXT PRN (press ENTER) ║
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║ For further instructions, type: README (press Enter) ║
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║ For installation instructions, type: README2 (press Enter) ║
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(c) Copyright 1990, PC-SIG Inc.
INTRO.TXT
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for considering File/Archive. We hope you find it
useful. As you will see in the license, you are acquiring the
right to use this product; you do not own it. Since this program
is offered as a shareware program, you need to register your
copy of the system in order to become a fully supported,
registered user. When you register your copy of File/Archive by
remitting the registration fee of $50, we will send you a
registered copy of the programs containing the latest updates, a
printed copy of the complete documentation, and add you to our
list of registered users. (Indiana residents add 5% sales tax -
$2.50.) You will then be entitled to telephone support for any
problems or questions that may arise. We will also notify you as
new releases become available. Several additional enhancements
are already under development. We also welcome suggestions for
additions and improvements to the File/Archive system.
Correspondence and registration fees should be sent to:
Marcor Enterprises
8857 Commerce Park Place
Suite D
Indianapolis, IN 46268
After you have installed File/Archive, there will be a file
called LICENSE.DOC which contains the license agreement and a
file called FORM.DOC containing a form which may be used to
register your copy of File/Archive. Just print the file, fill
out the registration form, and send it in with your fee.
"Packing List"
The files on the distribution disk and their contents are as
follows:
FILARC10.EXE Self-extracting compressed file containing
programs/files that are extracted to the
installation drive/directory.
FAS.MRE Serial number file.
HDINST.BAT Procedure for installing File/Archive.
INTRO.BAT Batch file for viewing INTRO.TXT.
INTRO.TXT Introduction to File/Archive, including this
list of files.
PBS-VIEW.COM Program for viewing any ASCII file (Public
Brand Software, Inc.).
README.BAT Introductory file explaining compressed files
README2.BAT File giving initial installation instructions.
USERDOC.EXE File/Archive documentation in a self-extracting
compressed file.
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The files included in FILARC10.EXE and their contents are:
BRUN45.EXE Program support module supplied by Microsoft.
FA.EXE File/Archive startup program.
FA0.EXE Main program for all File/Archive functions.
FAX.EXE File/Archive analysis and archiving program.
FACS.EXE Program for moving serial number to
installation location.
FILARC.MRE Startup master file with initial configuration
data and one sample entry.
HDINST2.BAT Batch file used in installation.
INSTBAT.BAT Batch file for creating user batch files.
INSTBAT.TXT " " " "
INSTBAT2.TXT " " " "
The files included in USER.EXE and their contents are:
FORM.DOC Registration form.
LICENSE.DOC License agreement.
SUMMARY.BAT Batch file for viewing SUMMARY.TXT.
SUMMARY.TXT A brief description of File/Archive.
UPDATE.BAT Batch file for viewing UPDATE.TXT.
UPDATE.TXT Last minute information about the system.
USER.DOC File/Archive reference manual.
GETTING STARTED
File/Archive may be installed on your hard disk using the
automatic installation procedure provided. It assumes that your
hard disk is drive C: and will install the system in a directory
called FILARC. IT GIVES YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO OVERRIDE THESE
PARAMETERS IF YOU WISH. It will also create two batch files in
the root directory of drive C:, but again, will give you the
opportunity to override this. IT WILL NOT INSTALL ANY OF THESE
FILES IF ANY ONE OF THEM ALREADY EXISTS.
If you don't want to use the installation procedure provided,
establish a directory where you want the system installed; make
that directory current; type A:FILARC10 and press enter; type
A:USER and press enter; run program FACS. If you want the system
to create the batch files, run INSTBAT according to the
instructions in that file.
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ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS FROM MARCOR ENTERPRISES:
FILE/SAVER:
This system automatically determines when backups should be made
and reminds you whenever you turn on your computer or ask it to
check the status of backups. You can set different backup
criteria for any combination of directories or files and
File/Saver only tells you about those files/directories that
currently should be backed up. If nothing needs backing up when
File/Saver checks it, it automatically returns you to DOS. You
never have to worry about the hassle of remembering to do backups
because File/Saver automatically tells you. It maintains a
complete history of backup activity, which disks contain which
backed up files, and allows you to review this information on
screen or produce a printed report. The system supports color
and lets you choose any combination of colors or black & white.
Price: $30
THE GUARDIAN:
The Guardian is a security system designed to protect an entire
disk (either a hard disk or a diskette) against unauthorized use.
Individual files on a disk may or may not be protected by a
password mechanism or an encryption routine. The Guardian uses
an algorithm that logically "locks" a disk so that NO files,
programs or directories on the disk may be accessed regardless of
whether they are otherwise secured. Although designed primarily
to protect a hard disk, it can just as easily be used to lock a
diskette - a very useful feature for a disk that isn't locked up
in a safe every day.
The Guardian presents a sign-on menu every time you turn on your
computer and, if you don't properly identify yourself, it "locks"
the disk, making all files untouchable. Only you have the tool
to unlock it. In case someone knows that you have a security
system, you might fear that they will boot your computer from a
diskette and then go roaming through your hard disk. To prevent
this, just call up The Guardian and tell it to lock your disk
before you leave - you're immediately protected. When your disk
is locked, no one can access your files or even see what files
are there. It takes less than a second to lock or unlock a hard
disk and just a little bit longer for diskettes.
In addition to the sign-on program, the system comes with a
program for setting colors, setting or changing up to six (6)
passwords, and selectively locking or unlocking any disk. To
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unlock a disk, you must know the master password that was in
effect when the disk was originally locked.
Price: $40
All shareware versions of programs have 100% of the features that
are in their registered counterparts.
Shareware versions of any of the above products are available
from Marcor Enterprises for $4.00 (to cover the cost of shipping
and handling).
Registered versions may be ordered directly from Marcor
Enterprises by sending the registration fee plus $4.00 for
shipping and handling. Outside the continental United States,
add $2.00; Indiana residents add 5% sales tax (based on the
registration fee).
Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #2287
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
FAS MRE 32 12-26-89 1:59p
FILARC10 EXE 246720 1-31-90 12:46p
HDINST BAT 3897 9-13-89 12:29p
INTRO BAT 48 6-12-89 10:29a
INTRO TXT 9173 1-31-90 10:01a
PBS-VIEW COM 2432 5-06-87 1:24a
README BAT 1673 6-27-89 3:28p
README2 BAT 1867 9-13-89 11:52a
USERDOC EXE 49245 1-31-90 12:49p
GO BAT 40 1-01-80 6:00a
GO TXT 671 1-01-80 8:25a
FILE2287 TXT 2961 7-17-90 3:58p
12 file(s) 318759 bytes
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