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THE COBB GROUP PROUDLY PRESENTS
Windows Software Connection
November 1992
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What's on this diskette?
The useable files (utilities, fonts, etc.) on this disk are
stored in self-extracting archive (SEA) files. Each SEA file has an
EXE extension in its filename. In order to work with the useable
files, you must first extract them from the SEA files. To extract
files from an SEA file, copy the SEA file to the directory (most
likely on your hard drive) where you want to store the useable
files, make that directory the working directory, then type the
name of the SEA file (without the EXE extension) and press [Enter].
The useable files will then automatically extract themselves from
the SEA file.
For example, suppose you want to work with the useable files
stored in an SEA file named FONTS.EXE, and you want to store them
in the C:\WINDOWS directory. To use these files, you first copy the
FONTS.EXE file from your Windows Software Connection diskette to
the C:\WINDOWS directory on your hard drive. Assuming the Windows
Software Connection diskette is in your A drive, you can use the
DOS command "COPY A:FONTS.EXE C:\WINDOWS" to copy the SEA file.
Then, you enter "C:" at the DOS command line to make the C drive
the working drive (if it is not already). Next, you enter the
command "CD \WINDOWS" to make \WINDOWS the working directory.
Finally, you type "FONTS" at the DOS prompt to extract the useable
files stored in FONTS.EXE.
After you extract the useable files from an SEA file, you can
delete the SEA file from your working directory. You'll still have
the original SEA file on your Windows Software Connection diskette
if you ever need to reinstall the useable files. For safety's sake,
we suggest you make a copy of the original Windows Software
Connection diskette and copy SEA files from the duplicate to your
hard drive when you want to install software. That way, you can
save the original diskette as a backup just in case anything ever
damages the duplicate diskette while you're installing software.
VBDLL.EXE
VBDLL.EXE (VBRUN100.DLL) is the Visual Basic library that you
need to run programs written in Visual Basic. In past disks, we
have included programs that needed VBRUN100.DLL to run, but didn't
feel it was necessary to include it, because of its ready
availability. Once you have extracted VBRUN100.DLL from the SEA,
place it in your windows directory, and any program requiring
VBRUN100.DLL to run will be able to find and use it.
VBRUN100.DLL is freeware, so there are no restrictions on your
use of it.
LLOCK.EXE
LLOCK.EXE (Metz Lock) is a complete and configurable locking
utility for the Windows environment. Metz Lock allows you to lock
your PC on demand, according to a schedule, or whenever it is left
idle. Metz Lock will also restrict mouse activity and disable
CTRL-ALT-DEL reboots. Metz Lock can be configured to your security
needs, and will even work with your password-protected Novell
network.
Metz Lock is shareware. Using Metz Lock beyond an evaluation
period obliges you to register the program with the author.
LFMEM.EXE
LFMEM.EXE (Metz FreeMem) displays in a small moveable window
the amont of system resources and memory currently available on
your machine. It has several configurable options, such as always
on top and location, and uses very little memory.
Metz FreeMem is shareware. If you continue to use it past the
recommended trial period, you must register the program with the
author.
LTIME.EXE
LTIME.EXE (Metz Time) displays a digital clock in a small
moveable window. Its configurable options are similar to those in
Metz FreeMem, but include options specific to a clock, such as 12-
or 24-hour mode. Again, this program uses very little memory and
takes up little space on the desktop.
All files in LTIME.EXE are shareware. If you continue to use
them after a trial period, you must register the program with the
author.
LDKEY.EXE
LDKEY.EXE (DefKey) is a program that allows you to define "hot
keys" in order to call up Windows programs quickly, without having
to point and click or dig through several windows of programs in
order to activate it.
DefKey is shareware, and you must register it with the
author if you use it beyond the trial period.
LDN.EXE
LDN.EXE (Desktop Navigator) is a comprehensive and easily
understood file and directory manager for Microsoft Windows.
Desktop Navigator combines several important and time-saving
features into one cohesive, menu-operated program. With Desktop
Navigator you can quickly change drives, directories, or process
files. Powerful features such as the ability to move an entire
directory tree to another directory and/or drive are also included.
Display options include a 12- or 24-hour onscreen clock, a
memory display that details both DOS and Expanded EMS RAM, an edit
field that allows you to specify the type of file to be displayed,
a graphical directory tree, and a comprehensive file display.
Desktop Navigator uses about 30K of memory.
Desktop Navigator is shareware. If you use it beyond the
trial period, you must register it with the author.
A word about SHAREWARE and your responsibilities
Several of the programs on this diskette may be classified as
SHAREWARE. Simply put, shareware is try before you buy software.
Each piece of shareware comes with a license agreement that
specifies how long you may "try it" before you buy it.
To buy a piece of shareware, you normally register it by
sending a payment to its author or publisher. The amount of this
payment is specified by each SHAREWARE program's license agreement.
Once you register a shareware program, its author or publisher
will normally provide you with access to services like technical
support, printed documentation, bug-fixes, and new version updates.
Each shareware program on this diskette comes with a
license agreement outlining your rights. We encourage you to read
these agreements and abide by the requirements. In other words, if
you decide to use a shareware program on a regular basis, you must
register that program.
FREEWARE's a bit different
Some of the programs on this diskette may be classified as
FREEWARE. Freeware is copyrighted software you can use without
restrictions. You do not have to buy or register freeware. However,
freeware authors will often ask for small donations. We encourage
you to support freeware authors!
If you have a problem . . .
If you have trouble using or installing any of the programs on
this diskette, check the documentation to determine if its author
provides technical support.
The Cobb Group does not provide warranty or technical support
for any of the programs on this diskette. However, if you encounter
data errors and you think your diskette is bad, The Cobb Group will
replace it free of charge. Just give us a call at (800) 223-8720.
We're looking for a few great programs!
So, you've written a great program that you want to distribute
as Freeware or Shareware? If so, we'd like to distribute it for
you! Just send a copy of your program(s) along with your license
agreement and documentation to
The Windows Software Connection
Software Distribution
9420 Bunsen Parkway, Suite 300
Louisville, KY 40220
Let us know what you think!
We're interested in hearing your opinions and ideas! If you
have any comments about this edition of The Windows Software
Connection, drop us a note at
The Windows Software Connection
Customer Comments
9420 Bunsen Parkway, Suite 300
Louisville, KY 40220
We hope you enjoy this edition of The Windows Software Connection!
Legal stuff
The Cobb Group is a registered trademark of The Cobb Group.
The Windows Software Connection is a trademark of The Cobb
Group. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft, Inc.