

                              MyDisks V 1.22

                        The floppy disks data base

                    written by Greg Poloczek & Greg Kacy

       Program and Documentation Copyright (C) Kacy & Fournier Software
                            All rights reserved



                            T H I S  I S  T H E
      U N R E G I S T E R E D  S H A R E W A R E   V E R S I O N   ! ! !


  Introduction
-----------------

  Welcome, and thank you for trying MyDisks. This program was designed
  to help in keeping order in your floppy disks and ease a process of 
  finding and storing files on your floppy disks. MyDisks provides a
  floppydisk database with fast access to list of your disks, files and 
  archives.
  The registration and updating of disks is completely automatic.
  MyDisks allows to find files in the floppy disks database and also finds
  floppy disks with requested free disk space.
  MyDisks also provides a program menu from which user can execute programs.


 Hardware requirements
-------------------------
  MyDisks was written for the IBM PC, PC/XT, PC/AT and compatibles.
  It requires MS/PC-DOS 3.30 or above. It works with MDA, Hercules, CGA, EGA
  VGA and SVGA video adapters.


   Installation
-----------------

  To install MyDisks on your system copy all the files listed below to one
  directory such us C:\MYDISKS. (You can also add the path for MyDisks to
  you autoexec.bat)

     Files:      smydisks.exe  - The executable file (shareware)
                 db_files.dat  - The data file
                 db_disks.dat  - The data file
                 db_progs.dat  - The data file
                 db_cnfg.cfg   - Configuration file
                 mydisks.txt   - This file
                 orderfrm.txt  - Order form

  
   Execution
---------------

  The program was designed around the use of bar menus to allow the easiest
  possible interface between user and program. All menus include mouse
  support if a mouse driver is loaded.

  There are several ways to control the program.
  You can use the arrow keys to move around menu and Enter key to choose the
  currently highlighted option (Esc - for go back).
  You can also use hotkeys Alt + highlighted letter for Main menu or just
  highlighted letter for the submenu.

  Of course you can also use the mouse. To choose an option click the left
  mouse button once when the option is highlighted.
  To go back press the right button.



     The menu consists of following options:

 System
 
   Execute  - this option allows to execute a program from a program
              menu. Program menu can be modified. Menu items can be
              added or deleted. (To modify program menu use: Config/Mo-
              dify program menu). To execute a program you can also use
              a hotkey F3.

 Dos shell  - Temporarily exit to DOS. To return to MyDisks type 'exit'

 Dos screen - Shows the DOS screen.

      About - Shows the information about your version of MyDisks

       Quit - Quits MyDisks (You can also use the hotkey F10)



Disk

   New disk -  This option allows to register a new diskette
               to the database. MyDisks registers disk by placing
               a special 0 bytes long, hidden file on the disk. The
               name of this file is KdbID where ID is the
               identification string entered by user during the
               registration process.


     Update -  Updates the information about already registered disk.
               You should use this option, if you added or deleted some
               files from a registered disk. By doing that you will
               keep your database up-to-date.


  Optimize -  This option optimizes MyDisks database files. Optimized
              database makes the program to run faster. You should
              use this option after registering or deleting a large
              amount of disks.



Options

     List -  Shows the list of all the registered disks. The list
             consists of: disk's ID, type, free disk space and comment
             for the disk. You can browse this list by pressing the
             arrow keys or moving the mouse. If you want to get the
             file list for the highlighted disk press Enter or left
             mouse button. The other available options during the
             'List' are listed on the status bar (Print, Delete,
             To file, Comment).

     Print - prints the list on your printer
   To file - prints the list to file
    Delete - deletes the disk from database
   Comment - allows edition of comment

Find disks -  Finds disks by a keyword in the disk comment. This
              option allows to find disks with a specific keyword in
              a disk comment.

              ( Example: if we enter a keyword: 'sources' we'll get
              a list of all disks with word 'sources' in a disk
              comment)


  Show disk -  This option shows the list of all files on the disk.
               You will be asked to enter the ID of the disk you
               want to inspect. The list of files consists of: name of
               file, length, creation date and comment for the file.
               You can browse this list by pressing the arrow keys or
               moving the mouse. If you want to get the file list for
               the highlighted archive press Enter or left mouse button.
               Then you will be asked to insert the disk to the drive.
               The list of files in the archive will be shown in the
               new window. MyDisks supports the following archive
               formats: ZIP,ARJ,PAK,LZH,ZOO.

               The other available options during the 'Show disk' are
               listed on the status bar (Print, Delete, To file,
               Comment).

       Print - prints the list on your printer
     To file - prints the list to file
      Delete - deletes the file from database [& disk]
     Comment - allows edition of comment


  Check disk -  Checks if the disk in current drive has been registered
                in the data base. If yes, you can view the list of files
                for that disk.


    Show all -  Shows the list of all files on all registered disks.
                The options and control for this list is similar to
                the list from 'Show disk' option.


   Find file -  Searches for a file in the database. It is possible to
                search by filename or by a keyword in a file comment.

                In search by a filename, user will be asked to enter the
                name of file he is looking for. You can use DOS wildcards.

                Example: Enter *.zip for all zip files or
                a*.c for all 'C' sources
                starting with 'A'

                In search by a keyword in a file comment, user will be
                asked to enter the comment keyword.

                Example: Enter vga for all files with that comment.


  Find place -  Searches all disks for requested free space. This option
                is useful if you have a file and you do not know which
                is the optimal disk to put it on. This option will find
                the best disk to put it on. After you choose the option
                you will be asked to enter the amount of disk space you
                need (in KB).
                Example: Let's suppose you have a file 'girls.zip' which
                is 146789 bytes long. You want to save it on one of your
                disks. Choose the option 'Find place' and enter f.ex 146
                MyDisks will find the best disk to put that file on.


Config


Modify program menu  - Allows to modify the program menu. User can create
                the program menu which consists of up to 19 items.
                Each menu item has a description (name in menu) and
                command. The command is a string which is used to run
                the program. (path\programname [+ parameters])
                To add a new item press F7, to delete press F8 and
                to edit an item highlight it with menu bar and press
                Enter.


 Change drive - Allows to change the current floppy disk drive. Use
                this option if you have two or more floppy disk drives
                and you want to register different type of disks (3,5 or
                5,25 inch).


Default drive - Sets the default active disk drive on start of the
                program.


 Clock active - Toggles the clock ON/OFF


Black desktop - Toggles the black desktop ON/OFF


Save settings - Toggles saving of the configuration (default drive,
                on exit clock,desktop,mouse resolution) on exit ON/OFF


Mouse


 Mouse active -  Toggles mouse ON/OFF

     Vertical -  Sets the vertical resolution for mouse. The value is
                 resolution between 1..200

   Horizontal -  Sets the horizontal resolution for mouse. The value is
                 resolution between 1..200



  Working with MyDisks
------------------------

First of all you have to register all your floppy disks. To register a new
disk use the 'New disk' option. You will be asked to enter the disks ID. The
ID is an identification string. It can be up to four characters long 
(ex: 21, A4, WIN3). However from my own experience I know that a simple 
number is the best ID.

MyDisks registers disk by placing a special 0 bytes long, hidden file on the
disk. The name of this file is KdbID where ID is the ID string.

During the registration process the program finds all the files on your disk
and stores the list and other data in the database.

In the last step of the registration process you will be asked to enter the
comment for the disk. It is useful to write some short info about the 
programsyou store on the disk. (You can also add comments for single files).

It is recommended to put labels or write the ID on the diskette, too. It 
helpsa lot...

Each time you change contents of any diskette (erase or add files) it is
recommended to update the disk database. To do that just insert the disk 
intothe current drive and choose option 'Update'.

If you later look for a certain program or file choose the 'List' or 'Find 
file'options.
  And that's basically it! Please read Questions & Answers for more info.



  Questions & Answers
-----------------------

1. Q: I want to get the list of all 'C' sources on all my disks

   A: Use 'Find file' option and enter '*.c' in search pattern edit window.


2. Q: I have a file which is 625 KB and I would like to place it on some of my
   diskettes however I do not know which disk has enough disk space. What
   should I do ?

   A: Use 'Find place' and enter 125


3. Q: How to view an archive ?
   A: Highlight the archive file and press Enter. Then insert the disk for
      the current drive.


4. Q: I have lost already registered disk. How to update the base ?
   A: You can either delete disk from database ( [D] in 'List' option ) or
      take a new (not registered) disk and use option 'New disk'.
      Enter the ID of the lost disk in the ID edit window. The program
      will report that this disk is already in the database and will ask if
      you want to "Register and overwrite old". If you do not choose Cancel
      this disk will be marked as the lost disk. (Do not forget to write the
      ID on it)


5. Q: I have formatted already registered disk. The mark has been deleted.
   A: Choose option 'New disk' and enter it's ID (it should be written on 
      the disk) then choose "Register and overwrite old".


6. Q: I have a disk and I do not know if it is registered. What to do ?
   A: Insert the disk for the current drive and choose 'Check disk'.


7. Q: I want to register or update the disk, the disk is in the drive but
      nothing happens (I have already chosen the appropriate option).
      What to do ?
   A: Check if the current drive is the one you have your disk in.


8. Q: I do not want disk (f. ex. 21) to be registered in the database 
      anymore. What to do ?
   A: Use 'List' option, highlight the disk 21 and press 'D'. After your
      confirmation the disk will be deleted from the database. Then you will 
      be asked if you want to erase the disks ID. It is recommended to erase 
      the ID if you still have that disk.


9. Q: I want the floppy disk drive B: to be a default drive on the start of
      MyDisks.
   A: Choose 'Config''Default drive' and select drive B: then make sure that
      'Save settings on exit' is checked 'YES'


10. (FOR A SHAREWARE VERSION)
    Q: I have registered less than 15 disks and I want to register a new 
       disk but the program 'says' that: this is a shareware version and you 
       cannot register more than 15 disks.
    A: Use 'Optimize' and then try to register a new disk.



 Shareware limitations    !!!
-----------------------

This is the shareware version of the program. It allows you to REGISTER ONLY
UP TO 15 FLOPPY DISKETTES and it has the words "UNREGISTERED SHAREWARE 
VERSION" appearing in the 'About' window.

In the registered version this limitation is omitted. It has also a unique
serial number, user name and the words "REGISTERED VERSION" appearing in the
'About' window.


  Registration Information
----------------------------

The MyDisks is a copyrighted program protected by all applicable US and
International copyright laws. If you have obtained this copy from a 
shareware disk vendor, an on-line computer service or bulletin board, a 
friend or colleague, or any similar source, you have the trial 
(unregistered) copy.
You are allowed to use this copy without charge for a limited time as 
specified under the license agreement. After this time, you must register 
in order to continue using MyDisks legally.

The registration fee for MyDisks is only $6. Payment of this fee entitles
you to:

   - A disk with the extended version of MyDisks registered directly to you.

   - Notice of future updates to the program


A REGISTERED VERSION of MyDisks can be obtained by sending a money order or
check and registration form to our US distributor:

                           Kacy & Fournier Software
                           P.O. Box 615
                           Contoocook, NH 03229



   Contact  (Support/Suggestions/Bug reports)
 ----------------------------------------------

Contact:   Mike Fournier
           P.O Box 615
           Contoocook, NH 03229
           Internet: mike3986@aol.com
           America on Line: Mike3986
           Compuserve: 73511,1614

Bug reports/suggestions/support

           Greg Poloczek           Greg Kacy
           Kupca 4                 Narcyzow 8
           43200 Pszczyna          44335 Jastrzebie
           POLAND                  POLAND
                                   Internet: greg8@homer.iinf.gliwice.edu.pl



    License Agreement
  ---------------------

The use of MyDisks is subject to the following terms and conditions.

MyDisks is copyrighted material. It is protected by all applicable US and
International copyright laws. You may not make any changes or modification 
to MyDisks. You may not decompile, disassemble, or otherwise 
reverse-engineer the software in any way.

Shareware copies are distributed to allow you to try the program before you
pay for it. These copies are still Copyright Kacy & Fournier Software. These
copies are not to be confused with "public domain" or "free" software. 
You are allowed to use the shareware copies for a trial period of 30 days. 
Once the trial period is over, you are required to register for 6$.

Title to the licensed software is NOT transferred to the end user.  The 
end user is granted an exclusive license to use the software on one 
computer or computer work station at any given time.



  Limited Warranty
 ------------------

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. WE FURTHER
DISCLAIM ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE
ENTIRE RISK ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE AND
DOCUMENTATION REMAINS WITH YOU.

IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, 
WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS 
INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING 
OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF 
WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. BECAUSE SOME 
STATES/COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR 
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTIALDAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO 
YOU.


 MyDisks Distribution
----------------------

You may pass the UNREGISTERED version of the program to others, but you must
follow these rules:

MyDisks MUST be copied in an unmodified form and MUST contain the
following files:

       smydisks.exe
       db_files.dat
       db_disks.dat
       db_progs.dat
       db_cnfg.cfg
       mydisks.txt
       orderfrm.txt

No charge may be made for this program (except for the cost of the actual 
physical disk/duplicating costs).

Public Domain Disk Vendors may not charge a fee for MyDisks itself.
However you may include MyDisks on a diskette for which you charge a
nominal distribution fee. The purchaser of said diskette must be 
informed in advance that the fee paid to acquire the diskette does NOT 
relieve said purchaser from paying the Registration Fee for MyDisks if
said purchaser uses MyDisks.

Operators of electronic bulletin board systems (Sysops) may post MyDisks
for downloading by their users without written permission only as long 
as the above conditions are met. A fee may be charged for access to the
bbs as long as no specific fee is charged for downloading MyDisks files
without first obtaining express written permission from Kacy & Fournier
Software to charge such a fee.

Distributors of public domain and user supported software, such as disk 
vending services, may not charge a fee for MyDisks itself. However you
may include MyDisks on a diskette for which you charge a nominal
distribution fee. The purchaser of said diskette must be informed in 
advance that the fee paid to acquire the diskette does NOT relieve said 
purchaser from paying the Registration Fee for MyDisks.


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