AutoBackup 98
Version 1.1 (10-Nov-99) 
 
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PURPOSE

The Microsoft Windows 98 Backup utility provides a simple and convenient method to backup valuable data to tape or disk. However, it does not provide any command line options to allow users to schedule backups using the Microsoft Windows 98 Scheduled Tasks utility. AutoBackup 98 simply launches the Backup utility and runs the specified Backup job. This allows you to add AutoBackup 98 to the Scheduled Tasks in order to run these backup jobs automatically. Upon completion, an optional status report is displayed.


INSTALLATION and USE

1. Run the InstallShield Wizard which will install AutoBackup 98 to the folder of your choice. To uninstall, go to the Control Panel, Add/Remove Programs applet and select AutoBackup 98.

2. Run the Windows 98 Backup utility. Create a job, specifying the files to backup, target location and various user options. From the Tools menu, select Preferences... and disable the checkbox "Show startup dialog..." Under Job | Options, check the box "Perform unattended backup..." on the Report tab. Give the job a name such as "Full Backup" or "Differential" and save it. It’s a good idea to test the backup job first before scheduling it to run automatically. 

3. Run the Windows 98 Scheduled Tasks utility. Add a new task and specify AutoBackup as the program to run. Before clicking Finish on the Scheduled Task Wizard, check the box "Open advanced properties for the task..." Add the command line option /J="Job Name" to the Run: box, where "Job Name" is the name of job you previously saved in Backup. Be sure to put double quotes ( " ) around the job name if there are spaces in the name. Optionally, you can specify /S (silent) on the command line to NOT display the status report upon completion. The default is to display the status report. Here is an example: 
  
"C:\Program Files\AutoBackup 98\AutoBackup.exe" /J="Differential" /S 

4. Your job will be automatically run at the time(s) you specified. If you omit the /S command line option, a summary status report will be displayed upon completion.


WHAT'S NEW

v1.1 - There are two new optional command line switches available under version 1.1. Specify /R="Your Program" where "Your Program" is the full path to any valid windows program or batch file. This program will be run when the backup is complete. Specify /SHUTDOWN to shut down windows when the backup is complete. You cannot use both of these options at the same time.


LICENSE AND DISTRIBUTION

AutoBackup 98 is shareware. You may distribute this software in its original form (.ZIP file). You are free to use this software for 30 days from installation at no obligation. However, if you use it beyond the 30 day evaluation period, I humbly request you send $10 to cover my development time and costs. For your contribution, you will receive notifications of program updates and a clear conscience. Please send cash or checks to:

Rare Software
1644 Parkside Circle
Niceville, FL 32578

Or, you can register via via credit card online at: 

https://www.regnow.com/softsell/nph-softsell.cgi?item=2901-1

If you wish to receive notifications of program updates, please include your email address. Your address will not be released or used in any other way other than these upgrade notifications.


CONTACTS

Please send questions or comments to: autobackup@icestorm.net
