************************************************************************ * * * Jason's File Finder - Version 2.0d * * Copyright 1991-1993, Zinfandel Software * * * * Published exclusively by: * * RMH Computer Services * * PO Box 657 * * Beech Grove IN 46107-0657 * * (317) 782-9903 * * * ************************************************************************ INSTALLATION: ------------- Installation of Jason's File Finder (later referred to simply as JFF) is very easy. Simply place a copy of the executable file (JFF.EXE) on a floppy disk, or in a subdirectory on your hard drive. For installation to a hard drive, it is recommended that you place the files in a subdirectory which is included in your PATH statement, as this will allow you to run the program from any place on your system. QUICK START: ------------ In order to make FULL use of this powerful file finder, you will need to fully read the documentation, which is contained in a file called JFF.DOC. However, simply executing the command JFF HELP, followed by pressing the [ENTER] key will start the program and display a help screen listing examples of the various commands that are available to you. Alternately, if you include a filename.ext on the command line after JFF (separated by a single [SPACE]), the program will search the current drive (including all subdirectories) for the specified file. Valid DOS wildcard characters are accepted. PRINTING THE DOCUMENTATION: --------------------------- The documentation file (JFF.DOC) is formatted for 70-characters per line, and 60-lines per page. To print the documentation, you can simply issue the following command from the DOS command line: COPY JFF.DOC PRN The documentation file contains form-feed characters, so it can also be printed by various printing utilities. Jason's File Finder (JFF) is Shareware! --------------------------------------- The registration fee for Jason's File Finder is $10.00 (US). You are entitled to evaluate Jason's File Finder for a period of up to 30 days. If after that time you intend to continue to use the program you must register it. If you do not intend to continue to use the program you must delete it from your system. There is a file named REGISTER.TXT in the distribution file set which contains the registration information, and the address to mail your registration fee to. Simply issue the DOS command "COPY REGISTER.TXT PRN" and press the [ENTER] key to print the form, fill it out, and mail it (along with your payment) to the address listed. The shareware copy of Jason's File Finder that you have is not restricted in any way. Upon registering the product, you will receive: 1) A lifetime license to use the product. 2) Support via the phone, by fax, mail, CompuServe, and various other message networks. 3) A 30 day money-back guarantee. 4) Special discounts and online credits for CompuServe. 5) Special discounts on magazines, newsletter, and products from Public (software) Libraries. 6) Special discounts on Shareware Magazine, one of the industry's foremost publications, by Mike Callahan (alias Dr. FileFinder) In addition to the registered benefits listed above, registered users may also: 7) purchase the source code for the program, so that they can create their own custom modifications to the program. 8) request customized versions of the program. Fees for customized versions must be negotiated in advance. And apart from all that, the knowledge that you are helping to support the Shareware concept - a distribution system that brings you quality software at realistic prices. So what is Shareware? --------------------- Shareware is copyrighted software which is distributed by authors and publishers through bulletin boards, on-line services, disk vendors, and by copies being passed among friends. It is software that you are allowed to try before you pay for it. This makes shareware the ultimate in money back guarantees. Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. There is good and bad shareware, just as there is good and bad retail software. The primary difference between shareware and retail software is that with shareware you know if it's good or bad before you pay for it. You benefit because you get to use the software to determine whether it meets your needs, before you pay for it. Authors benefit because they are able to get their products into your hands without the expenses it takes to launch a traditional retail software product. The shareware system and the continued availability of quality shareware products depend on your willingness to register and pay for the shareware you use. It is the registration fees you pay which allow shareware authors to support and continue to develop their products. Please show your support for shareware by registering those programs you actually use and by passing them on to others. Shareware is kept alive by your support!