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D F A C T S
Version 2.0
By MDH Associates, Inc.
84-755 Ala Mahiku Dr.
Waianae, Hi 96792
(808) 695-5033
PURPOSE: Optimizing and Normalizing databases are finally
getting the attention they deserve. As in all computer
products, speed is the buzzword. If your database has been
structured loosely, it will cost you time, not to mention
additional disk storage space. DFACTS examines your database
to determine where fields are using wasted space. It also
evaluates your data to determine where codes might be a
better option than full text when the same values are used
over and over. DFACTS also answers many of the questions that
come up from time to time like: 1) How many blank fields do
I have? 2) What are the highest and lowest number and date
ranges in my database? 3) I wish I could just browse my database
and read MEMOS on the fly. 4) How many unique values do I
have in a certain field? DFACTS has been developed to run on
any computer. Obviously, the speed of a computer is a factor
in the amount of time it takes to perform an analysis. Each
analysis provides a gauge to alert you as to the percentage
completion. DFACTS requires additional space for temporary
work files. Make sure that either the floppy disk or hard disk
you use has enough room for these files. Normally the temporary
files require about 10% of the size of your largest file that
will be analyzed (if your DBF is 1.5M in size, the temp files
will be about 150K). The temp files are removed at the
completion of the program. You can analyze any database on
any drive that is accessible to your computer.
This beta test version of DFACTS is released as shareware
and is equivalent in features to the registered version !
You are hereby granted a license to use DFACTS for evaluation
purposes for the period of 60 days. If you wish to continue
using DFACTS after that time, you must register your copy with
MDH Associates, Inc. The registration fee for a single-use
license is $15.00.
Upon registration you will receive:
* the current version of DFACTS (without the shareware
message/pause)
* the ability to output results to any device
* free customer support for questions and problems for
6 months
* bug fix releases free of charge
* future updates at a reduced price
This version of DFACTS is compatible with any dBASE/Clipper
database format.
To install DFACTS on a hard disk, first create a directory for
the DFACTS files (we recommend the creating a directory named
DFACTS"). UNZIP the shareware .ZIP file into this directory.
You will need approximately 200K of free disk space to install
this version of DFACTS. You can copy the files to a floppy, if
you wish, but remember that additional space is required for
the temp files.
To run the shareware version of DFACTS, type "DFACTS" at the
DOS prompt. The shareware version will momentarily display a
shareware screen to remind you that you have still not registered
the product. DFACTS will then respond with a screen asking
whether you can view output in color or mono. Instructions after
that point are given on the screen and should be straight forward.
Files on this disk:
* README.1ST - this file, containing an introduction to
DFACTS and registration information
* DFACTS.EXE - the executable file for DFACTS
To register your copy of DFACTS, simply complete the form below
and send it along with the registration fee of $15.00 to:
MDH Associates, Inc.
84-755 Ala Mahiku Dr.
Waianae, Hi 96792
(808) 695-5033
Thanks for supporting the shareware concept !
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
THIS SOFTWARE IS SOLD "AS IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES AS TO
PERFORMANCE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BECAUSE OF THE VARIOUS HARDWARE AND
SOFTWARE ENVIRONMENTS INTO WHICH THIS PROGRAM MAY BE PUT,
NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS OFFERED.
GOOD DATA PROCESSING PROCEDURE DICTATES THAT ANY PROGRAM BE
THOROUGHLY TESTED WITH NON-CRITICAL DATA BEFORE RELYING ON IT.
THE USER MUST ASSUME THE ENTIRE RISK OF USING THE PROGRAM.
ANY LIABILITY OF THE SELLER WILL BE LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY TO
PRODUCT REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF PURCHASE PRICE.
DFACTS Order Form
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