Virtual Disk Browser Version 1.0
                           by Bruce W. Evans
                           
This software is for users of removable disks such as Syquest, Bernoulli and
magneto-optical disks.  It provides a way to easily find a desired file
without having to insert, spin up, browse and remove a succession of disks.
The software consists of two parts: a cataloger and browser.  The cataloger
creates a catalog file containing all the directory information for a disk.  
The browser allows you to conveniently view this information to find a file.
By keeping a catolog for each removable disk on your fixed disk, you can find
which disk contains the file you need without having to handle any disks.

INSTALLATION
Simply unzip the distribution file into a convenient directory. All of the
files (with the exception of this text) must be in the same directory.
You should have the following files:

MCSH.EX
BRWSH.EX
BROWSE.BAT
CATALOG.BAT
EX.EXE
DOS4GW.EXE

The .EX files are encrypted source code which is run by the EX.EXE 
interpreter. DOS4GW.EXE is a DOS extender required by EX.EXE.  The
.BAT files provide a convenient means to run the interpreter.

REQUIREMENTS
DOS, at least 2MB memory, and a 386 or better processor.  This program will
*not* run under Windows, not even in a DOS window (sorry).

USE

To run the cataloger, type

catalog drive file

where 'drive' is the root directory of drive you want to catalog 
(e.g. "d:\") and 'file' is the name of the catalog file that will be created.
The catalog file can have any valid DOS file name.  It will be helpful to name 
the catalog file so that it can be easily associated with the corresponding
disk.  I mark my disks with the name of this file.

To run the browser, type

browse file

where 'file' is a catalog file.  If you omit the file name, you will be asked
for one when the program starts.

When it starts, the program will list the files in the root directory.  
Sub-directories are highlighted in yellow.  The top line is a menu, and the
line below shows the path name of the current directory.  Menu items are
selected by typing the highlighted letter in each choice.

The available actions are:

N - New drive
	This opens a new catalog file for browsing

L - List files
	This lists all the files in the current directory.  The browser always
	shows as many files as will fit on the screen.  If there is more than
	one screenful of files in a directory, 'List' will let you page through
	all of them.

D - Down
	Change to current directory to one of the sub-directories.

U - Up
	Change the current directory to the parent directory.

T - Tree
	Provide an indented listing of all the directories below the current
	directory in the directory hierarchy.

F - Find
	Find a file with specified name.  The current directory, and all 
	directories below it are searched.  The DOS wild card characters
	'*' and '?' are *not* allowed, but all files whose name contain the
	specified search string as a substring will be shown.  For instance,
	simply searching for ".EXE" will find executable files.

C - Change directory
	Change the current directory to any valid path. Paths starting with
	a '\' character will start in the root directory.  (For instance,
	'\' by itself will get you back to the root directory from anywhere
	else).  Otherwise, the path is relative to the current directory.

Q - Quit
	Exit the program.

OTHER INFORMATION

This version was written primarily for my personal use, but I thought others
might find it handy.  It is not guaranteed to be good for anything, and
I disclaim all responsiblity any consequences of anyone else's use of this
program.  Although I can't promise any technical support, I would appreciate
hearing of any bugs you find or features you would like to see in future
versions.

This program is released as freeware; that is, it is copyrighted, but
permission is granted without charge for non-commercial use by individuals
and non-profit organizations.  Basically, if this program helps you make
money, I expect some too; otherwise enjoy it with my compliments. I can
be reached at:

	BREV Enterprises
	1559E Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 227
	Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
	
	Compuserve: 76616,215
	
This program was written in the "Euphoria" language from Rapid Deployment
Software.  I have no relationship with Rapid Deployment Software other than
as a satisfied customer.  If you a looking for a fast, elegant, simple,
robust, flexible and powerful programming language, check out Euphoria.