PINST Program This disk provides the basic information needed to utilize version 1.0 of the PINST program to build installation scripts within the Microsoft Windows environment. PINST is a copyrighted product of MRL and all rights are reserved. Use of this version is allowed for evaluation only and continued usage requires that the user pay the registration fees as defined in the companion user manual file. MRL obligations and warranties are defined in the users manual. Registration can be accomplished by payment to MRL at 1200 Stonehurst Drive, Huntsville, Alabama, 35801. The register.frm file provides registration information. Feedback is desireable and can be made via mail at the above address or via Compuserve electronic mail to MRL at user id [73637,737]. PINST allows the user to define install and deletion scripts to ease the process of installation of software. Features include capabilities to copy files, delete files, select directories, create ini entries, create program manager entries, delete program manager entries and interact with the user. Quick start for experienced users: 1) Unarchive files into program directory (e. g., C:\install) 2) Run "install.exe". This command creates a set of icons within a program manager group and demostrates the installation process. The users manual describes the input text file for script compilation. The compile and install icons provide sample execution. 3) Select the Users Guide icon for Instructions on setting up and creating/editing your own install scripts. This disk contains the following files: pcomp.exe - The compilation program. install.exe - Installation program install,txt,delete.txt - sample install source files *.ins - Installation files readme.txt - This file. PINST.wri - User information (in MS Write text format). register.frm - Quick registration form. The software described herein is furnished under a license agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the applicable agreement. The purchaser may make one copy of the software for backup purposes. Unregistered copies of PINST are for evaluation purposes only, and may be distributed through normal shareware channels. Please distribute these evaluation copies to other bulletin boards and users. PINST may be uploaded to and downloaded from commercial systems such as CompuServe, the Source, and BIX, as long as there is no charge for the product itself. Those copying, sharing, and/or electronically transmitting this product are required not to delete or modify the copyright notice and restrictive notices from the program or documentation. Any distribution of PINST must include all files contained in the packed format. Commercial vendors and distributors of "public domain" or user-supported software libraries may distribute copies of PINST unless notified by MRL to cease distribution of the product. Only nominal fees associated with copying and handling (not to exceed $5 US) may be charged by anyone providing unregistered copies. PINST may not be utilized or distributed as a promotion for any commercial venture. The registered version of INSTALL.EXE may be distributed with a single major version (e. g., 1.0,2.0...) of one program. Additional versions required separate payment. See the user's manual for more information. ASP Ombudsman Statement "MRL is a member of the Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle works for you. If you are unable to resolve a shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting the member directly, ASP may be able to help. The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP member, but does not provide technical support for members' products. Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442 or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536." Definition of Shareware Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue using it, we expect you to register. Individual programs differ on details -- some request registration while others require it, some specify a maximum trial period. With registration, you get the simple right to continue using the software and an updated program. Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software, and the copyright holder retains all rights, with a few specific exceptions as stated below. Shareware authors are accomplished programmers, just like commercial authors, and the programs are of comparable quality. (In both cases, there are good programs and bad ones!). The main difference is in the method of distribution. The author specifically grants the right to copy and distribute the software, either to all and sundry or to a specific group. For example, some authors require written permission before a commercial disk vendor may copy their Shareware.