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         THE ULTIMATE ACTIVITY LOG CLEANER FOR WILDCAT SYSTEMS



Logger v3.9                              copyright 1994 - J.C. Associates


WHAT IS LOGGER:
First of all.. we know that there are a number of good programs on the
shareware circuit that remove the SYSOP from the activity log.  We've
tried some of them and they seem to do what they claim.

We just wanted something more versatile, something that would clean up
the log files better and something that would do this to more than one
node (activity.log).

Logger was born out of that need.

We do a great deal of logging on locally when we test new screens,
doors and other functions and didn't care for the way these logins
appeared in our system statistics.  We wanted these local logins to
either go away before we ran the stats or wanted to be sneaky and
have them recorded as actual calls.  LOGGER DOES THIS!!

Not only did we want to remove the SYSOP logins but wanted to be able
to remove other callers such as co-sysops.  LOGGER DOES THIS!!

A friend (and WildCat SYSOP) mentioned that, on occasion, he would
like to remove all traces of calls by certain Security Profiles from
his Activity Logs.  LOGGER DOES THIS!!

Since WildCat doesn't need the "Ready For Calls" statements, a clean
log should be devoid of these also.  LOGGER DOES THIS!!

If you don't want your Activity Logs cluttered with Events and
Illegal Login Attempts.  LOGGER GETS RID OF THESE TOO!!

Most of the SYSOP removal programs we tried accessed only one
Activity Log.  We wanted to be able to do all the log files
with one command or limit Logger's action to just one pre-
selected log.  LOGGER DOES THIS!!

If you use Wildcat's FAX server then Logger will rid your
activity logs of all those lines that WCFax creates.

Logger also has an option to let you keep backups of all your logs
in their original condition.  Run Logger as many time as you wish
because Logger creates sequential Time/Date stamped Backup Files.

Don't want to clutter your WC30 directory with more programs or
backup files... No Problem!!  Unlike many add on utilities for
Wildcat, Logger does not have to be in the "home" directory.  In
fact, if you're going to keep backups we suggest that you run
logger from it's own directory and let the backup file accumulate
there.


HOW TO RUN IT:
LOGGER.EXE, LOGSET.EXE and LOGGER.CFG must all reside in
the same directory.

Both LOGGER and LOGSET are executable "command line" utilities.
They can be invoked by typing their names at the prompt will in
the directory in which they reside or from any prompt is you have
placed them in a directory which is in your DOS path.

Depending on the quantity and size of you logs... you may even chose
to include LOGGER in your POSTCALL.BAT.

Once set... Logger will scan and clean all your Activity Logs in the
manner you choose.  Even if you've "killed" a couple of the logs..
Logger will keep on going until all logs (up to 999) have been
"cleaned" the way you want them.



SETTING UP:
You must first run LOGSET to establish your cleaning parameters.
The TEST COPY of logger is limited but all fields appear the same as
the do in the Registered Version.

The setup should be pretty obvious but we'll try to explain a couple
of things....

Hitting the Return (or Enter) key on any field accepts the data already
in that field and advances you to the next field.

Overwrite existing data in a text filed simply by entering new data
followed by a return or by entering a Y or N in a single character field.

Delete data in a text field by hitting the space bar.

What could possibly be easier???


In case you're wondering... entering a "Y" in the Misc. field causes
Logger to remove all Ready For Call statements as well as "Illegal
Login Attempts", "Connection Denied", etc.

If you enter a "Y" in regards to Local Logins... you will then be
prompted for a five digit baud rate (without commas).  Logger will
then convert all local logins to "remote" calls at that baud.


PLEASE NOTE: "Names" and "Security Codes" marked for deletion have
priority over the Local Conversion.  For example: if you have indicated
that you want "John Smith" removed and "John Smith" has also logged in
locally... records of "John Smith" will be removed rather than converted.

When entering a "Security Profile" enter the name of that profile ONLY
and do not include "[]" brackets.

CAVEAT:
Although Logger has been thoroughly tested, it would have been
impossible to us to create every variety and sequence of Activity
Log entry (for test purposes).  If you find a "bug" or have suggestions
for the next release... please let us know.

WARRANTY:
LOGGER IS SUPPLIED AS IS.  THE AUTHOR DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR ANY PURPOSE.  THE AUTHOR ASSUMES NO
LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM
THE USE OF LOGGER.


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                        REGISTRATION
===================================================================

Okay... now that you've got a Test Copy of Logger you're going to
experiment with it and find that you really like it.  If so... put
it on your board for others to download.  The Test Copy of Logger
is FreeWare and may be freely distributed.

We know that a few of you will be content just to use it as is or to
spend hours trying to out smart it or make it do what a registered
version would do.  Go ahead... enjoy it... it's our gift to you.

Logger is only $10.00 (+2.50 handling) and most of you will want to
GET A REGISTERED COPY OF LOGGER RIGHT AWAY.

There are a number of ways for you to do this.

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(a)  BY MAIL:     $12.50
     Send check, money order or credit card number to:

                          J.C. Associates
                          1824 Woodsdale Court
                          Concord, CA 94521-1140

     Be sure to include the name of your BBS and your WildCat Reg#

     We accept VISA, M/C and American Express so if you want to
     use a credit card include the name that appears on the card,
     the card number and the expiration date.
     Logger will be sent to you by return mail.

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(b)  UPLOADED TO YOUR BBS    $12.50

     Follow the same instructions for BY MAIL but include the phone
     number for your BBS and we'll upload it to you within 24 hours.
     Include and special instructions for uploading.
     Pre-establish us as a user (to save time)
     >> Jack Morcom  *  Concord, CA  *  (password)Dr Jack
     >> [phone]  *  DOB 12/02/45

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(c)  GET IT FROM OUR BBS     $10.00 (no handling charge)

     Follow the same instructions as above but indicate that you want
     to use this method. Include your Name, Complete Address, Phone Number,
     DOB and the password you want to use and well have you all set up so
     you don't waste time with a "new user" questionnaire.
     Our BBS operates from 6:00pm 'til 8:00am PST
     [phone]    14,400   N-8-1

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(d)  WANT IT FAST???

     Simple call us at [phone] between 10:00am and 8:00pn PST.
     Give us all the information over the phone then chose between
     options C and D.


REMEMBER: Your registered copy will be keyed to your WildCat
          Registration Number to be sure to include it with
          your order and that it is correct.  No program will
          be shipped without this Registration Number!!!


QUESTIONS or SUPPORT:
      We can be contacted, and orders can also be placed, via our BBS
      or via CompuServe #73052,1374