Copyright: Keepout  v 2.1 ® 1994  Anaplastic Software


Keepout
KEEPOUT v 2.1

Introduction

"Don't let those snoopers be party poopers."  Keep your data away from prying eyes.

IMPORTANT: CLICK BELOW FOR PASSWORD

What's New in v 2.1

Requirements

Password and Operation

Configuration

Helpful Hints

About Keepout

Registration

Order Form

A simple password protection facility for Windows.  Your password can not be discovered or modified by an intruder.  This utility is very small, uses little disk space and will not tie up system resources.   See the section labeled Password and Operation for details regarding how to use Keepout.

Keepout maintains the input focus and will not allow other program usage until the password is entered and the Enter button is pressed.  Keepout sounds a wave file when the enter button is pressed.  Thus, security is enhanced beyond the protection of your password, with audible evidence of tampering with your system.

Features:

The features are few as this is a simple utility with one goal - To limit unathorized access to your Windows environment.  If you boot directly into Windows by including the line  WIN at the end of your autoexec.bat file, Keepout will protect your entire system from intruders.

1)  Keepout sounds a wave file when the enter button is pressed - an alarm of sorts.

2)  Fully operational from the keyboard. The tab key will locate the caret in the password edit box.

3)  Easily edit the window title to display your favorite phrase and change the alarm sound to suit your fancy.

4)  Easily modify your password.

5)  Exit Windows with a double click of the left mouse button when Keepout is running.

6)   A single right mouse click  on the gray area of Keepout will display the "About" box.

This edition of Keepout is shareware and is supplied "as is" without warranty.   Please see the order form for details on obtaining the registered version.


Whatsnew
What's New in Version 2.1

Keepout v 2.1 Revisions:

•	Removed a loophole in the program.

•	Added ability to modify the password in Shareware version by editing keepout.ini.

•	Nows has an animated icon in user interface.  Other slight interface changes made to enhance appearance.

•	Minor price increase to offset costs.

Keepout v 2.0 Revisions:

•	Creates an .ini file and allows user configuration..

•	Added ability to modify the window title and program sound by editing keepout.ini.

•	Sounds a wavefile by default. This can be disabled.

•	Keepout no longer has an embedded sound. The sound is modified as noted above.  This allows for user configuration and produces a smaller executable file.

•	Added masked password in edit box.

•	Code optimized for 386 CPU.  Requires a 386 processor now.  ( 286 version available on request)


Requirements
System Requirements

•	PC running 386 or higher processor

•	MS-DOS 3.1 or later

•	Microsoft Windows 3.1

•	Mouse preferred but not necessary

•	Speaker or sound card for sound capabilities

•	Common knowledge of Windows environment


Operation
Password and Operation

IMPORTANT: Print this page for reference

Introduction

Configuration

Helpful Hints

Order Form

Getting Started:

Keepout is easy to use.

Run the Install program and Read Keepout.wri.  OR   To install manually, rename KEEPOUT.EX_ to KEEPOUT.EXE.  Create a directory to locate the following files: KEEPOUT.EXE KEEPOUT.TXT, KEEPOUT.WRI and KEEPOUT.HLP.

GONG.WAV should be placed in the \windows directory to use the default sound.

Make sure BWCC.DLL is in the windows\system directory.

Then from File Manager drag the Keepout icon to your Program Manager's startup group OR add keepout.exe to the RUN=  line in win.ini.  For example: RUN=C:\DIR\KEEPOUT.EXE.   where DIR is the specific location of Keepout.

The next time you start windows, Keepout will greet you and request a password.  Type in the password, hit the enter button and Keepout will disappear.

    The DEFAULT PASSWORD IS INTRUDER (case is not important)

Keepout v 2.1 sounds a wave file when the Enter button is clicked.  This requires a sound card or the computer speaker.  To use the computer speaker, a speaker driver must be installed through the Control Panel. See your Windows documentation to learn how to install a driver. (The driver speak.exe is available on-line and comes with the registered edition of Keepout.) Of course, better sound is obtained with a sound card.

See Configuration for more information about the program sound and title.


Configuration
Configuration:

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About Keepout

Operation

Helpful Hints

Order Form

Keepout creates a file named keepout.ini in the \windows directory. This file should be edited to change the default window title and the wave sound. and password.  You can use any ASCII text editor such as Notepad to accomplish this.   Here's how:

LOAD KEEPOUT.INI INTO A TEXT EDITOR.

TO EDIT PROGRAM TITLE:  Under [String Settings], type in a phrase to the right of the = in the Window  Title = line to alter the program title. Maximum no. of characters is 18.

TO EDIT PROGRAM SOUND:  Under [Alarm Sound], type in the name of a .wav file to the right of the = in the Wavefile = line to alter the program sound.  Type in the complete path to the desired wave file.  Ex: c:\waves\hal.wav.   If the wave file is located in the \windows directory the path can be omitted from this line.

TO DISABLE PROGRAM SOUNDS:  To disable the program sound remove gong.wav from the \windows directory and delete the reference to a wave file from the Wavefile = line in keepout.ini.

TO EDIT PASSWORD:  Under [String Settings], type in a phrase to the right of the = in the Editbox = line to alter the password. Maximum no. of characters is 12.  DON'T FORGET TO RECORD YOUR NEW PASSWORD !


About
KEEPOUT  v 2.1  Shareware from Anaplastic Software, a subsidiary of D & E Enterprises.   "A small and unobtrusive password utility is hard to find." , they said.  Keepout is one solution to that problem.  We can be contacted through E-mail on CompuServe @ 72123,2012 or America Online care of "Teratoma".

This shareware edition of Keepout has all of the features of the registered version with the addition of the shareware notices in the help file and the "About Box".

The registered version comes with sample wave files and a PC speaker driver.  (For only $10.00 + $2.00 S & H)

PLEASE REGISTER if you find this product useful and use it beyond 30 days.   Thanks.


Helpful Hints

Registration

Other Ways to Use Keepout:

In addition to using Keepout at startup, consider using Keepout when you must leave your computer to run an errand or  take a break to prevent access to your work.  If Keepout is in a directory in your path, you can start it by typing Keepout or Keepout.exe in the File Manager.  Assign a shortcut key to Keepout from Program Manager's File/Properties dialog.  OR  Double click on the icon in the startup group.

Vary your password often.  Try using a theme to configure Keepout.
Here's one to get you started:

•	Window Title=The Funny Farm

•	Wavefile=Ahhhhh.wav              (Available on the disk)

•	Editbox=looneytune

Safety:

Keepout is not tamperproof but will keep most users out of your data.  If you are running MS-DOS 6.0 or higher, you can increase system security and unwanted access by adding the line SWITCHES=/N to the beginning of your CONFIG.SYS.  This causes the operating system to disable the configuration file bypass. (Usually by hitting these keys: F5, F8 or CONTROL + BREAK)

 If you forget your password, you can exit to the DOS prompt by double-clicking the left mouse button  and at the C:> prompt, unload Keepout as shown below and restart Windows.  If you have unsaved files open at exit time, a dialog will appear to allow you to save your data.  As the mouse is locked in the area over Keepout, use the keyboard to manipulate the save dialog box.

Uninstalling:

To uninstall: remove the icon from the startup group or delete the reference to Keepout in win.ini. Then delete keepout.exe, keepout.hlp, keepout.txt, keepout.wri, gong.wav and keepout.ini from your system.  (Don't remove BWCC.DLL.  This will probably be needed by another program sooner or later.)

 If you forget the password or want to remove Keepout, you will need to edit the win.ini file from the DOS command line.  (type:  EDIT C:\WINDOWS\WIN.INI and hit enter.  Remove the reference to Keepout from the RUN= line.  Save the file and restart Windows.  As always, it is better to make a copy of  win.ini before you modify it.)


Registration
Registration Details:

Order Form

Introduction

Methods of Payment:

•	Direct payment may be made by sending check or money order to the address noted on the Order Form.

•	If you have a CompuServe account, you can register by typing  GO SWREG at any prompt.  Select Registration ID  # 2864 and follow the instructions.  Your CompuServe account will be billed accordingly.

•	In general, foreign (non-USA) orders should be made with US funds drawn on a US bank.

•	Credit card registration is not yet available.

Benefits of Registration:

•	You will receive full documentation (On-line help) and the latest version of Keepout.

•	The Sharware reminder screens will be eliminated from your registered version.

•	Extra Wave files will be sent with your disk.

•	Peace of mind -- You know it's the right thing to do.

Support:

•	Support for your program can be obtained by contacting me, David Byington on CServe @ 72123,2012 or contacting Anaplastic Software at the address shown on the order form.  I am available through America Online through Screen Name TERATOMA.

•	See the legal.txt on the diskette for information regarding product duplication and distribution.


Order Form
Keepout v 2.1 Order Form

To obtain a copy of Keepout send $10.00 + $2.00 S & H to the address below.
GO SWREG on Compuserve to order online. Why not order a copy for a friend.

Please register if you find this useful and use it beyond 30 days.  Registered version includes: Wave files and Speaker driver.

If a registration is received within 45 days of a new release of Keepout, the latest version will be sent free of charge to that user.  Update information will be sent to all users.

Introduction

Registration

•	Anaplastic Software

•	1870 High Rd

•	Roscommon, MI   48653

Print out and complete this form or provide the requested information on a card.  You can also make your request by contacting me through CompuServe mail. (72123,2012) or America Online (Teratoma).

1 	Name:_______________________________________________

2 	Company: ____________________________________________

3 	Address : ____________________________________________

4 	Suite or Apt No.: ______________________________________

5 	City, State: ____________________________________________

6 	Country: ______________________________________________

7 	Zip Code: _____________________________________________

8 	Disk size:    3.5"___  5.25"___

9 	CompuServe or America Online ID: ________________________

10 	Comments: ____________________________________________

•	______________________________________________________

•	______________________________________________________

Enclosed is $10.00 + $2.00 (Shipping & Handling)  X  no. copies  ____  = $_______

You will receive the latest versions of Keepout.  Please allow 3-4 weeks for shipping.

Thank you and Good-bye


Anaplastic

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Common knowledge

General familiarity with Windows and  the ability to edit an ini file are all you need to know.


GO SWREG

CompuServe On-line Shareware registry


ini file

Configuration files found in the Windows directory.  (ex.:  win.ini, system.ini)


Keepout

Keepout v 2.1    Shareware Edition  (Reg. Version $10.00 + $2.00 S & H)   "Don't let those snoopers be party poopers."  Current  version  by David Byington, DO -- Anaplastic Software --


MS-DOS

Microsoft Copyright


shareware

"Try - before you buy"    Don't forget to register.


tamperproof

Try a DOS specific password utility or WINDOWS NT for optimal security.


Windows

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