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FCOMP Version 6.4 December 26,1990
Copyright 1989,1990 Les J. Ventimiglia
Introduction
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FCOMP (Source File COMPare). This utility allows one to
compare all of the source files in one tree against those of
another tree. FCOMP is released as shareware. Donations are
welcomed. Other tools will be forthcomming.
FCOMP is a source file compare utility that supports
directory recursion and HPFS long file names of OS/2 1.2 or
later. FCOMP displays its output in a choice of two
different formats.
FCOMP is provided in a protected mode version as well as a
bound version for use in DOS or OS/2.
This documentation describes the registered version of FCOMP.
The non-registered version does not support the /d, /f or /s
options.
The zip file should contain the following files:
FCOMP.EXE Protected mode executable.
BFCOMP.EXE Bound executable.
FCOMP.DOC This document file.
Version 6.0 24jun90 First release as Shareware.
Version 6.1 27jul90 Fixed the /f option. File 1 info after
the first 38 characters was not being
displayed.
Version 6.2 11sep90 Fixed "fcomp x: y:" bug.
Fixed "fcomp *.xyz *.x" bug.
Fixed protected mode wild card matching.
Version 6.3 09dec90 Fixed "fcomp abc.* efg.*" bug
Version 6.4 26dec90 Split into registered and non-registered
versions.
Syntax
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FCOMP [/dfms] filespec1 filespec2
Where : /d = Display in "diff" format. Additions, deletions,
and changes to filespec1 to make filespec2 are shown.
/f = When displaying the changes in "column" format,
the first 38 columns of each line is displayed.
This option will cause the remaining characters
in each line to be displayed.
/m = Mono (no color).
/s = Traverse all subdirectories below the ones
specified.
/? = Displays usage summary.
filespec1 is the source file or directory
filespec2 is the target file or directory
Wild card characters are accepted in the filespecs. Long file
names containing spaces should be enclosed in quotes.
/ options can be combined or be specified separately before or
after any of the filespecs.
/sf == /s/f == /s /f
EXAMPLE
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To compare the contents of one tree on drive c: against the
contents of your backup on drive d:, show results in column
format (the default):
FCOMP c:\source d:\target /s
To compare file 1.doc to 2.doc and show the results in "diff"
format:
FCOMP 1.doc 2.doc /d
SHAREWARE
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FCOMP is distributed under the SHAREWARE concept.
You are encouraged to copy and share this program with other users.
Please do not remove the copyright or the user-supported notice.
If you enjoy FCOMP and find it of value and wish to receive
the enhanced version, send $10 to the address at the end of the
file.
FCOMP is one of the "Ventimiglia Tools" family of programmer
enhancement utilities. Look for more of these enhancement
utilities coming soon to a BBS near you.
SHAREWARE is based on these three beliefs:
1. The value of software is best assessed by the
user on his own system.
2. Creation of personal computer software can and
should be supported by computing community.
3. That copying of programs should be encouraged,
rather than restricted.
Copyright/License/Warranty
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This document and the current version of the program file
FCOMP.EXE ("the software") are copyrighted by the author. The
copyright owner hereby licenses you to: use the software; make
as many copies of the program and documentation as you wish;
give such copies to anyone; and distribute the software and
documentation via electronic means.
However, you are specifically prohibited from charging, or
requesting donations, for any such copies, however made.
No copy of the software may be distributed or given away without
this document; and this notice must not be removed.
There is no warranty of any kind, and the copyright owner is not
liable for damages of any kind. By using the software, you agree
to this.
Contact
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Send registration fees and/or questions to :
Les J. Ventimiglia
15247 Monroe Ave.
Moorpark, CA. 93021
(805) 529-6370