README.TXT - QCDRUN (TM) CD-ROM Library System - Version 1.0b Release Notes and License Documents QCDRUN (TM) and all related files and texts Copyright 1993 QUART, Inc. QCDRUN (TM) is a CD-ROM Autoloader Library System that builds a master library of available CD-ROMs and offers single command convenience for running any CD-ROM in the library. The core system consists of the Loader, QCD.EXE; and QLIB.EXE, which installs and edits entries in the master library. QCDRUN is written in the WinBatch/Windows Interface Language and is distributed in compiled and run-time encoded form for users who do not have access to WIL or WinBatch. QCDRUN requirements: Hardware: PC(compatible) 286-386-486 system capable of running Microsoft Windows 3.1 or higher in standard or enhanced mode. Requires one hard drive with 1.2 MB free for installation, one floppy drive, CD-ROM drive, and mouse or other pointing device. Software: MS-DOS 4.0 or higher and Windows 3.1 or higher. MSCDEX.EXE v2.2 or higher CD-ROM extensions for MS-DOS. Optional features including: - on-line reading and printing of documentation files and registration forms; - creation of .PIF files to install DOS CD-ROM applications into Windows; and - shelling out to search archival files on CD-ROM; require access to the WINDOWS utilities and accessories WINFILE (Windows File Manager); NOTEPAD; WRITE; and PIFEDIT, which are assumed to be located in the main Windows directory. To install QCDRUN: In Windows - in Program Manager or File Manager: at the File Run prompt: enter "D":QINSTALL, where "D" is the drive containing the installation disc Then simply follow the on-screen instructions. QCDRUN is distributed in two 360K 5.25 inch floppy disks. In other formats all files fit on single floppy disk (labelled "Disk 1"). The first distribution floppy diskette contains: FILE_ID.DIZ - summary description of QCDRUN QINSTALL.EXE - master installation program QCDRUN.SDA - summary description of QCDRUN QCDD.EXE - LHArc self-extracting distribution file README.TXT - this document REGISFRM.TXT - QCD Registration Form - ASCII QCDD.EXE contains: QCD.ICO - icon for Windows installation QCD QCD.TXT - QCD Users' Manual - ASCII format QDOC.ICO - icon for Windows installation QDOC QDOC.TXT - QDOC Users' Manual - ASCII format QDOC.EXE - Documentation View and Print Utility QINST.TXT - QINSTALL Users' Manual - ASCII format QLIB.ICO - icon for Windows installation QLIB QLIB.TXT - QLIB Users' Manual - ASCII format REGIS.MSG - text message screen for unregistered versions REGISFRM.WRI - QCD Registration Form - Windows Write format The second distribution floppy diskette contains: QCDX.EXE - LHArc self-extracting distribution file QCDX.EXE contains: QCD.EXE - CD-ROM Loader QLIB.EXE - CD-ROM Database Editor QPWA.WBT } Password Validation Subroutines QPWV.WBT } Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software before buying it. Beyond a nominal fee for the reproduction and media cost, no fee may be charged for distribution of this software. If you try a Shareware program and continue using it, you are expected to register. Copyright laws apply to Shareware just as to commercial software. In the shareware distribution, QCDRUN is complete and functional in all respects. Unregistered users are limited to 50 sessions of QCD.EXE. The session count increases only when you run QCD.EXE to load CD-ROMs. A single session may allow loading and running several CD-ROMs sequentially and ends when you exit QCD.EXE. Registered users receive: - a password that removes this usage limit and the message screens relating to registration; - a copy of the newest version of QCDRUN if substantial revisions have been made between their shareware version and the time of registration; and - free technical support by telephone, fax, E-mail, or mail for a guaranteed minimum of 3 months after registration. QUART, Inc. will refund registration fees to registered users of current versions of QCDRUN who encounter major problems that cannot be resolved through technical support. QUART, Inc., at its sole discretion, reserves the right to discontinue technical support of outdated or obsolete versions of QCDRUN at any time. Registered users will be kept advised of bugs and incompatibilities and their fixes, and will be given preferential opportunities to upgrade to new versions of QCDRUN as these become available. By using QCDRUN all users acknowledge and consent to the following DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY: QCDRUN (TM), including all related programs, texts, and files, is supplied "as is". QUART, Inc. disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, including, without limitation, the warranties of merchantability, compatibility now or in the future with any configuration of computing equipment or software, or of fitness for any purpose. QUART, Inc. assumes no liability for damages, direct or consequential, which may result from the normal use or abuse of QCDRUN and related programs. QUART, Inc. specifically and categorially disclaims responsibility for damages, direct or consequential, resulting from installation or use of QCDRUN or related programs or files which have been distributed after any modification - either deliberate or unwitting - by any party other than QUART, Inc., or distributed in any fashion that would otherwise violate the terms of this license. In all cases, without exception, the maximum liability of QUART, Inc. to any user for any problem or dispute arising out of the use of QCDRUN or any related files and texts shall be limited to the amount of the registration fee. Any dispute arising out of the use of QCDRUN or any related files and texts within the terms of this license shall fall within the jurisdiction of the courts of Broward County, Florida. QCDRUN is a "shareware program" and is provided at no charge to the user for evaluation. Feel free to share it with your friends, but you may not alter it in any manner or incorporate it as part of another system. Users may distribute copies of QCDRUN free of charge PROVIDED that the distribution includes ALL the files listed above or their then current versions or equivalents as specified and initially distributed by QUART, Inc., without modification, deletion, or addition. This software remains the property of QUART, Inc. and may not be modified in any way. If you violate these conditions, you have violated your license and our copyright, and QUART, Inc. will require you to desist. If you find QCDRUN useful and want to continue to use QCDRUN after 50 sessions, you must pay a registration fee to QUART, Inc. You must also submit a signed registration form confirming your acceptance of these terms and conditions. QUART, Inc. will not accept unsigned registration forms. The amount of the registration fee will be set from time to time by QUART, Inc. as indicated on the registration form. The registration fee will license one copy to you for unlimited numbers of uses on any one computer at any one time. You must treat this software just like a book. This software may be used by any number of people and may be freely moved from one computer location to another, so long as there is no possibility of the same software from the same original distribution copy being used at more than one location at the same time. This is comparable to a single copy of a book, which cannot be read by two different persons in two different locations at the same time. Commercial users of QCDRUN must register and pay for their copies of QCDRUN within 30 days of first use or their license will be withdrawn. Site-License arrangements may be made by contacting QUART, Inc. Anyone wishing to distribute QCDRUN for any kind of remuneration must first contact QUART, Inc. at the address below for authorization. This authorization will be automatically granted to distributors recognized by the Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP) as adhering to its guidelines for shareware distributors, and such distributors may begin offering QCDRUN immediately. However, QUART, Inc. must still be advised so that the distributor can be kept up-to-date with the latest version of QCDRUN. Please pass a copy of QCDRUN along to your friends for evaluation. Please encourage them to register their copy if they find that they can use it. QUART, Inc. has applied for membership in the Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP). QUART, Inc. enthusiastically supports ASP's standards for ethical behavior and corporate support for shareware providers, vendors, and users. Planning is already under way for modifications to incorporate into the next version of QCDRUN. Legitimate suggestions for enhancements, modifications, or optimizations from registered users are welcome. Registered users suggesting changes or enhancements that are incorporated into a subsequent version of QCDRUN will receive a complimentary copy of that revised version. Barry Tepperman President, QUART, Inc., 2131 Hollywood Blvd., #505, Hollywood, FL 33020 Phone/Fax 305-967-6853 CompuServe 72376.526 Acknowlegdments: LHA Version 2.13 Copyright 1991 Haruyasu Yoshizaki WinBatch/Windows Interface Language Copyright 1988-1992 Morrie Wilson Microsoft and MS-DOS are Registered Trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Windows is a Trademark of Microsoft Corporation