In order to save space on Compuserve, this file contains a description of the EasyHelp/Web hypertext authoring system for Microsoft Word. This file =========================================== EasyHelp/Web (TM) version 2.82 Hypertext Authoring System for Word 6/7 Copyright (c)1996 Eon Solutions Ltd =========================================== CONTENTS 1. Description 2. What is installed with EZY282.EXE? 3. Installing and Using EasyHelp/Web 4. Registration 5. Multiple Language Support 6. Contact Information 7. More About Eon Solutions Ltd: 1. Description -------------- EasyHelp/Web v2.82 is a very easy to use hypertext authoring tool for use with Microsoft Word 6 or Word 7. It supports all language versions of Word and was specially designed for non technical users. Most people know hypertext as 'Windows help' files, although nowadays, the most used hypertext is on the Internet in the form of World Wide Web pages. Using EasyHelp/Web single Word source document can be used for - creating Windows Help files - creating Web pages (HTML) - printing a paper copy of your document Business users can significantly reduce the production and distribution costs of procedure manuals, telephone lists, catalogues or just about any reference information. Programmers can easliy produce context-sensitive help files for their applications, complete with context numbers, browse sequences, keyword search and hot spot graphics. If you have a Web site, use EasyHelp/Web to generate the Web pages and include on the site a complete WinHelp version of your pages for the user to download and read off-line. EasyHelp/Web allows you seamlessly to include graphics in the hypertext files it produces, automatically substituting GIF and hot spot graphics files in place of the bitmap (BMP) which you include in the source document. This is fully functional shareware. Until you register the software, your generated hypertext files will contain a reference to the fact that they were authored with EasyHelp/Web. See section 6 below for contact information. This version replaces all earlier versions. 2. What is installed with EZY282.EXE? ------------------------------------- EZY282.EXE is an installion program which will configure EasyHelp/Web for any Windows PC (Win 3.1x, 95 or NT) Most of the files are installed in the application directory (C:\EASYHELP by default) and a further two files are installed easyhelp.ini - in your Windows System directory easyhelp.dot - in your Word template directory The installation includes an 'uninstall' option which you can use to remove the complete EasyHelp/Web system. 3. Installing and Using EasyHelp/Web ------------------------------------ Run EZY282.EXE from the Windows Program manager or Start button. The installation program detects the operating system and through a few simple questions, asks how you want to install the system. Any existing EASYHELP.INI file will NOT be overwritten. We recommend that you take the time to work through the examples (starting at EX1.DOC which you will find in the EasyHelp directory/folder and by clicking the 'EX1' icon). You will discover how easy it is to author professional looking hypertext files. EasyHelp/Web is a Word template which can either be attached to an existing document, or it can be selected when you issue the Word command 'File/New' - you select 'EasyHelp' from the list of templates in your WinWord template directory. It gives you an additional set of editing tools which allow you to define a hypertext structure of topics and links within your Word document and then to compile it into independent hypertext files. From the same source document, you can create either Windows Help files or HTML web pages, suitable for uploading onto the World Wide Web A series of easy steps to create a help/web file: 1. Create Topics 2. Create Links 3. Process 4. Build (only applies to help files) Important provisos: (i) Producing Windows Help Files.... You must supply the Help Compiler (HCP.EXE v 3.10.505 (or greater)if you wish to produce help files for Windows 3.1x (HCW.EXE for Win 95 help files, although HCP.EXE will work acceptably with Win 95). We are currently negotiating, with Microsoft to ship the help compiler with the EasyHelp/Web installation program. You will then acquire a registered copy of the compiler on registration of EasyHelp/Web. Upgrades for version 2.xx are *free*. We include a file: COMPILER.TXT in the EasyHelp directory which explains how to obtain a free Microsoft upgrade to HCP.EXE. (ii) Producing Web (HTML) Pages.... You must supply your own Web viewer for HTML files. The most popular web viewers are Netscape and Internet Explorer, although there are many others available. (iii)EasyHelp/Web is for use with Word 6.0a (or greater). (iv) Contact the author if you have problems Address details are included below 4. Registration --------------- You can try EasyHelp/Web for 30 days, after that you must register if you intend to continue using it. The software is not time limited because we leave it to the integrity of our users to register in good time. Benefits of Registration ------------------------ Registration prompts and Eon Solutions citations will disappear from the application. You will also be entitled to the following benefits:- - Free upgrades to all future releases of version 2.xx - Priority Email/Fax support and advice - Telephone support for urgent problems - You are supporting future development of EasyHelp/Web - You are legal! - Automatic discounts on all future Eon Solutions products. How Registration Works ---------------------- EasyHelp/Web is a fully functioning hypertext authoring program. If you are running an unregistered version of EasyHelp/Web, each time you "Process" your file, you are prompted for your identification details and a registration number. Registration involves entering the correct registration number at the prompt. The registration number will be sent to you either by Email or post, when your payment has been received. In the case of credit card transactions this could be within hours of receipt of the neccasry payment details. Cost: (See EASYHELP\REGISTER.TXT for order form) ------------------------------------------------ - 80 UK Pounds + (VAT inside EEC) for software only. - 140 US Dollars if purchased on Compuserve or by dollar cheque. - 160 UK Pounds + (VAT inside EEC) for software + printed manuals. - 280 US Dollars if purchased on Compuserve or by dollar cheque. Methods Of Payment ------------------ Credit card (Visa, Eurocard, Access, Mastercard) American Express Debit card (Visa Delta) Cheque or Money Order Direct wire to our bank (contact us for details) Purchase orders accepted US Dollar cheques accepted See section 6 for contact information Important Notes --------------- - On receipt of your payment you will be sent your registration number and a sales receipt. - If possible also include your email address to ensure that we can give you the fastest possible response. - Conversion to your national currency will be handled by your bank or credit card organisation. Eon Solutions Ltd does not accept liability for exchange rates applied or commissions charged. Contact Us For Details About: ----------------------------- Low cost small company licenses Multiple user discounts Corporate Site licenses Low cost educational site licences 5. Multiple Language Support ---------------------------- Multiple language support is now extended to all language versions of Word..... Basque Brazilian Portuguese Catalan Czech Danish Dutch Dutch (preferred) English (AUS) English (UK) English (US) Finnish French French Candien German Greek Hungarian Italian Norwegian Bokmal Norwegian Nynorsk Polish Portuguese Russian Slovenian Spanish Swedish Swiss German Turkish 6. Contact Information ---------------------- Latest product releases, support and registration information Email eon@cix.compulink.co.uk (technical) eonsol@cix.compulink.co.uk (sales) Fax +44 (0)1625 827037 Phone +44 (0)973 209667 Post James Holroyd Eon Solutions Ltd 12 Juniper Rise Upton Priory Macclesfield SK10 4XT United Kingdom World Wide Web www.eon-solutions.com Use the on-line registration form at www.eon-solutions.com/easyhelp/register.htm Compuserve 100130.2471@compuserve.com Registration - GO SWREG select product #12903 Download: - GO WINSHARE and search for EasyHelp.ZIP CIX Join the EasyHelp conference ftp ftp://ftp.u-net.com/com/eon/ezy282.exe 7. More About Eon Solutions Ltd: -------------------------------- Eon Solutions was set up in 1995 by James Holroyd and is now co-directed by Jeff Hall. James Holroyd BSc MBCS CEng A highly experienced IT consultant with 18 years experience, both in the public sector and the banking industry. James is the creator of Eon's EasyHelp/Web authoring tool. He is an acknowledged expert in the strategic implementation of large online documentation schemes. He has experience at every level in the IT industry, from programming to strategic systems design. Being a Member of the British Computer Society and a Chartered Engineer, James operates to exacting professional standards. He has a personal crusade to make computers as easy to use as possible. Jeff Hall MSc ARICS Jeff originally qualified as a chartered surveyor, developing three-dimensional geographical information systems. He then graduated with distinction as an Operational Research Sceientist. He spent ten years as a management consultant in the mining industry, eventually moving to a major IT consultancy in London. Since 1993, he has been self-employed producing a variety of technology based training materials, and became the market leader in developing sophisticated computerised business simulations (games). His experience has given him a thorough understanding of how to use computers to communicate with all levels of users whilst maximising the cost effectiveness and added value of the technology. Eon Solutions Ltd provides a range of services: - Training in Hypertext Authoring Using EasyHelp/Web Designed for a range of skills, from beginners with only word processing skills to system designers and programmers. (Currently UK only) - Hypertext Authoring and Consultancy We can kick start your organisation by helping you to design your on-line strategy and supervise the construction of the primary system. We can either train your staff to maintain the system, or maintain it on your behalf. - General IT amnd information management consultancy. Our background is in management and IT consultancy. We specialise in information management systems and on-line documentation gained from over 20 years experience in industry and commerce.