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NOTE:  IN ORDER TO KEEP ANOTHER AMERICAN FAMILY FROM RELYING
       ON WELFARE, PLEASE PAY REGISTRATION FEE FOR ANY SOFTWARE
       THAT YOU USE FROM THIS PACKAGE!  THANK YOU!


OTHER SOFTWARE IN THE WORKS:  TAPEDIR - a new version of tape
directory that will sort all files and subdirectories alphabetically,
create tape tables for comparison, and run cleaner.  WCHGBMP - a
program that will change the bitmap backgrounds on each entrance
into Windows.  CHKDATE - to check for a certain date from within a
batch file.  CHKTIME - a batch file check for a specific time.
CHKDAY - batch file check for specific day of week and/or month.
CHKMONTH - to check for a certain month of the year in a batch
file.  TYPJESUS - a typing program that uses scriptures.


TAPEDIR ($15 Shareware)
Tape Directory Program for Colorado Memory Systems Tape Drives.
Jumbo DOS software or QFA DOS software required.

Purpose:  This software was written to see all the volumes,
     subdirectories, and files on multiple tapes.  This type of
     software is most useful to people who use tape archiving -
     storing lots of data in a library type environment.  These
     users often want to number each tape and have a printout
     catalog of the contents of each tape.
How it works:  TAPEDIR always saves the tape directories in
     consecutive order.  You never loose the directory of one tape
     by inserting another tape.  In TAPEDIR, the tape directories
     are automatically renamed to TDIR1.TXT, TDIR2.TXT, ... ,
     TDIR9999.TXT.  Up to 9999 tape directories are possible,
     before you must start deleting TDIR*.txt files.  Tape volumes,
     directories, and files are listed in the order that they
     appear on the tape.
TAPEDIR Options:  There are four TAPEDIR Options for routing output
     - S, SU, P, or F (default).  TAPEDIR S will save to a file and
     print to the screen with the | MORE option.  TAPEDIR SU prints
     to the screen uninterrupted and saves to a file.  TAPEDIR P
     prints to a printer (also saving to a file).  TAPEDIR F or
     TAPEDIR will simply save to a file, without any display.  In
     order for TAPEDIR to work on password protected tapes, you
     must use TAPEDIR /password.
Example:  TAPEDIR SU /MYPASSWORD will do a directory of the tape
     which has been password protected with "MYPASSWORD".  The
     output will go to the screen uninterrupted (and TAPEDIR always
     saves to a text file).
Usage of Programs:  You may run the INSTALL program on the diskette
     to insure that TAPEDIR files are copied to the C:\TAPE
     directory.  If the CMS Tape software is installed in another
     subdirectory, then you must copy the TAPEDIR files to that
     subdirectory.  TAPEDIR must be run from the command line or in
     a batch file.


TAPE-ERR ($15 Order)
Tape Error Program for Colorado Memory Systems Tape Drives.
Jumbo DOS software or QFA DOS software required.

Purpose:  This software is an attempt to report Tape Drive Error
     Codes to the DOS environment.  Users can then determine if any
     tape error has occurred.
How it works:  TAPE-ERR requires the file "ERROR.LOG" to run.
     If "ERROR.LOG" exists, then all errors will be sent to files
     "Tnnn.CMS", where nnn is the error number encountered.
     Moreover, the file "TAPEERR.CMS" will be created to notify you
     that at least one error occured during the tape operation.
Example of TAPE-ERR:  Note the uppercase items.  You may check for
     any error by using "IF EXIST TAPEERR.CMS"; or for a specific
     error (such as Tape Error 59 - Tape not Formatted) by using
     "IF EXIST T59.CMS".
     REM **C:\TAPE\BACKUP.BAT file**
     :STARTIT
     tape backup c:\*.* /s/m >ERROR.LOG    (ERROR.LOG file created)
     TAPE-ERR
     IF NOT EXIST "TAPEERR.CMS" GOTO OK
     tape format
     GOTO STARTIT
     :OK
     tape backup d:\*.* /s/m >ERROR.LOG
     TAPE-ERR
Usage of Programs:  You may run the INSTALL program on the diskette
     to insure that TAPE-ERR files are copied to the C:\TAPE
     directory.  If the CMS Tape software is installed in another
     subdirectory, then you must copy the TAPE-ERR files to that
     subdirectory.  TAPE-ERR must be run from the command line or
     in a batch file.


TAPEDATE ($15 Shareware included with TAPEDIR)
Tape Dating Program for Colorado Memory Systems Tape Drives.
Jumbo DOS software or QFA DOS software required.

Purpose:  This software was written to perform a tape operation
     based on files with a specific date.  This type of software is
     most useful to customers who might want to backup, restore,
     compare, or search for information with a particular date.
How it works:  TAPEDATE requires a batch file name to run.  For
     example, TAPEDATE TEST.BAT will change the date of all valid
     tape operations in the file TEST.BAT.
TAPEDATE Options:  Two TAPEDATE options are DATE and /R.
     The DATE specified must be in the format mm-dd-yy.  Otherwise,
     TAPEDATE assumes that the current date is to be used.  /R
     provides the option to run the requested batch file after the
     date change is complete.  A batch file can be changed without
     running the batch file by omitting the /R parameter.
Example of TAPEDATE command:  TAPEDATE 01-30-89 BATCH_1.BAT /R.
     This will modify all tape searches, compares, backups, and
     restores so that only files dated January 30, 1989 will be
     accessed.  After the date changes are completed on
     BATCH_1.BAT, the batch file will be run (executed).
Usage of Programs:  You may run the INSTALL program on the diskette
     to insure that TAPEDATE files are copied to the C:\TAPE
     directory.  If the CMS Tape software is installed in another
     subdirectory, then you must copy the TAPEDATE files to that
     subdirectory.  TAPEDATE may be run from the command line or in
     a batch file.


NWSECURE ($30 Order)
A group of programs to provide added network security.
Requires DOS and Network with Password environment.

Purpose:  This program was originally written to offer some
     protection for PASS.DOC files.  The problem arises in the
     LOGIN procedure, where a password is required and may be piped
     in as PASS.DOC (LOGIN SUPERVISOR <C:\PASS.DOC).
How it works:  As long as the PASS.DOC file exists, it is available
     to unathorized users - even when PASS.DOC is hidden.  WHATPASS
     requires you to be available at the time of login, thus
     avoiding the existence of PASS.DOC.  However, once you are
     logged in, your PASS.DOC file is destroyed with CLRPASS.  To
     provide additional security, you may use LOCK to lock out
     Ctrl-C or Ctrl-Break key sequences.  WHATPASS and CLRPASS will
     still operate normally after LOCK is executed.  All other
     computer operations will appear to be nullified, although they
     proceed as normal.  To release normal keyboard and screen
     control to the system, use UNLOCK.  The only aspect of network
     and hard disk security not addressed by these programs is that
     of a power down.
Example:  The following example should provide a good understanding
     of how each statement of NWSECURE works.  Note the uppercase
     items, as these are parts of NWSECURE.  Also, to preserve the
     flow of your batch files, it is recommended that you precede
     each NWSECURE command with CALL (see below).
     REM **C:\AUTOEXEC.BAT file**
     @echo off
     d:
     cd\stacker
     stacker e:=d:\stacvol.000
     cd\
     c:
     prompt $d at $t$_$p$g
     set mouse=c:\mouse
     set temp=c:\windows\temp
     c:\mouse\mouse /y
     cls
     CALL C:\WHATPASS (Creates C:\PASS.DOC)
     ipx
     net5
     f:
     LOGIN SUPPORT/SUPERVISOR <C:\PASS.DOC (Login Supervisor)
     CALL C:\CLRPASS (Clear the password - C:\PASS.DOC)

     REM **H:\USERS\SUPERVISOR\BACKUP.BAT file**
     c:
     CALL C:\LOCK (Lockup use of keyboard and screen)
     f:
     cd\tape
     sleeptil 22:00 (Start next line at 10:00 pm)
     tapedate today.bat /r (Run TODAY.BAT for today's date)
     cd\
     call logout (Logout Supervisor from network; Backup complete)
     CALL C:\UNLOCK (Return normal screen and keyboard functions)
Usage of NWSECURE Programs:  The NWSECURE files should be copied
     into the C:\ root directory.  You may use the INSTALL program
     on the diskette to insure correct placement of NWSECURE files.


SLEEP ($10 Order)
Multiple use command line delay timer program.
Requires DOS or Windows operating environment.

Purpose:  SLEEP was written to delay the actions of a computer for
     any amount of time.  Therefore, SLEEP may be used in a batch
     file for a type of unattended backup.  SLEEP may also be used
     to "lock" the computer for a certain amount of time.  In a
     batch file, any command may be delayed from immediate
     execution after the previous command.
How it works:  SLEEP waits a certain number of Hours, Minutes, and
     Seconds as specified by the user.  If SLEEP is used for
     unattended operations, it is recommended that the user
     purchase LOCK and UNLOCK of the NWSECURE programs.
SLEEP Options:  The SLEEP program has three options, which can be
     used in any combination.  SLEEP xH yM zS tells the computer
     to delay execution of the next batch statement by x hours, y
     minutes, and z seconds.
Example One:  If the SLEEP option is used at the command line, then
     you would type SLEEP 3M 15S to have the computer wait 3
     minutes and 15 seconds.  Obviously, this can be used to "lock"
     your computer for lunch (SLEEP 1H).
Example Two:  To use the SLEEP program in a batch file, you would
     place "SLEEP xH yM zS" on a line by itself - before the
     command line you want to delay execution.
     DIR *.TXT
     SLEEP 4S            (Wait 4 seconds before next command)
     DIR *.EXE
Example Three:  You may use SLEEP to do a PC unattended backup.
     LOCK                (LOCK program from NWSECURE)
     CD\TAPE
     SLEEP 4H            (Wait 4 hours before next command)
     TAPE BACKUP C:\*.* /S
     TAPE BACKUP D:\*.DAT /S
     CD\
Example Four:  SLEEP works for unattended backups on a network,
     avoiding too many memory resident programs (such as AUTOBACK).
     First, Login as SUPERVISOR.  Then exit from the Network shell
     to access the F:\ or H:\ prompt.  Run the following batch
     file, maybe called TAPE.BAT or BACKUP.BAT.
     LOCK                (LOCK program fron NWSECURE)
     ECHO You may go home now.
     CD\TAPE
     SLEEP 5H
     TAPE BACKUP F:\*.* /S
     CD\
     LOGOUT
Usage of Program:  It is suggested that SLEEP be placed in the
     C:\DOS or C:\DOSUTIL subdirectory, which is referenced in your
     path statement.  You may use INSTALL on the diskette to make
     sure that the SLEEP programs are copied to the correct
     subdirectory.  SLEEP may be used at the DOS command line or in
     a batch file.  WINSLEEP may be used in Windows, by creating a
     WINSLEEP.PIF file.


SLEEPTIL ($10 Order)
Multiple use command line delay timer program.
Require DOS or Windows operating environment.

Purpose:  SLEEPTIL was written to delay the actions of a computer
     until a certain date and time.  Therefore, SLEEPTIL may be
     used in a batch file for a type of unattended backup.
     SLEEPTIL may also be used to "lock" the computer until a
     certain date and time.  In a batch file, the next command
     following SLEEPTIL may be delayed from execution until a date
     and time specified.
How it works:  SLEEPTIL waits until a certain Date and/or Time
     specified by the user.  If SLEEPTIL is used for unattended
     operations, it is recommended that the user purchase LOCK and
     UNLOCK of the NWSECURE programs.
SLEEPTIL Options:  The SLEEPTIL program has two options, which
     can be used in any combination.  SLEEPTIL mm-dd-yy hh:mm:ss
     tells the computer to delay execution of the next batch
     statement until the date=mm-dd-yy and/or time=hh:mm:ss.
Examples:  If the SLEEPTIL option is used at the command
     line, then you would type SLEEPTIL 01-30-93 15:00:05 to have
     the computer wait until January 30, 1993 at 5 seconds past the
     hour of 3 pm before performing the next operation.  Obviously,
     this can be used to "lock" your computer for lunch (SLEEPTIL
     13:00).  See the examples of SLEEP, replacing SLEEP with the
     command SLEEPTIL.
Usage of Program:  It is suggested that SLEEPTIL be placed in the
     C:\DOS or C:\DOSUTIL subdirectory, which is referenced in your
     path statement.  You may use INSTALL on the diskette to make
     sure that the SLEEPTIL programs are copied to the correct
     subdirectory.  SLEEPTIL may be used at the DOS command line or
     in a batch file.  WSLEEPTL can be used in Windows, by creating
     a WSLEEPTIL.PIF file.


MAKEQUIZ ($15 Shareware)
Program idea from Barry Reider.
A quiz making program for anyone who can create an ASCII text file.
Requires DOS or Windows operating environment.

Purpose:  MAKEQUIZ will create a quiz from two text files,
     filename.QST and filename.ANS.  Up to 50 questions and
     5 multiple choice answers per question are allowed.
How it works:  MAKEQUIZ BARRY will create test file BARRY.QIZ and
     hidden key file BARRY.QIZ, when you have created question file
     BARRY.QST and answer file BARRY.ANS.
Example of Question File (*.QST):
     ^ (Or any single character delimeter)
     Question 1, Line 1 of Text
     Line 2 of Text
     .
     . If you use commas, they must be entered twice to show up in
     . the quiz text file. (*.QIZ)
     .
     Line 10 of Text
     ^
     Question 2, Line 1 of Text
     Line 2 of Text
     ^  (Any number of Lines up to 10 Lines per Question)
Example of Answer File (*.ANS):
     ^
     Answer 1
     Answer 2
     Answer 3
     *Answer 4 (* designates the correct answer for Question)
     Answer 5
     ^
     * Answer 1
     Answer 2
     Answer 3 (Any number up to 5 Answers per Question accepted)
     ^
Example of Quiz File (*.QIZ):  The program will create two files,
     the quiz text file *.QIZ and the answer key text file *.KEY.
     1.  Question 1, Line 1 of Text
       Line 2 of Text
       .
       .
       .
       Line 10 of Text
       (A) Answer 1
       (B) Answer 2
       (C) Answer 3
       (D) Answer 4
       (E) Answer 5

     2.  Question 2, Line 1 of Text
       Line 2 of Text
       (A) Answer 1
       (B) Answer 2
       (C) Answer 3
Example of the Answer Key File (*.KEY):  *.KEY files are hidden.
     1. (D) Answer 4
     2. (A) Answer 1
Usage of MAKEQUIZ:  You should copy the MAKEQUIZ files into the
     C:\QUIZ subdirectory.  Running INSTALL on the diskette will
     correctly copy the files into the C:\QUIZ subdirectory.
     MAKEQUIZ can be run at the command line or in a batch file.
     If MAKEQUIZ is to be used in Windows, then a PIF file must
     be created.


RANDQUIZ ($10 Shareware included with MAKEQUIZ)
A program to randomize the answers and questions of MAKEQUIZ.
Requires DOS or Windows operating environment.

Purpose:  RANDQUIZ will create a randomized quiz from two text
     files, filename.QST and filename.ANS.  Up to 50 questions and
     5 multiple choice answers per question are allowed.
How it works:  The exact syntax is RANDQUIZ QUIZ2, in order to
     randomize the questions in file QUIZ2.QST and randomize the
     answers in file QUIZ2.ANS.  A one-to-one mapping will be
     associated with the questions and answers. The program will
     rewrite two files, the quiz text file *.QST and the answer
     text file *.ANS.
Usage of RANDQUIZ:  You should copy the file RANDQUIZ.EXE into the
     C:\QUIZ subdirectory.  Running INSTALL on the diskette will
     correctly copy the files into the C:\QUIZ subdirectory.
     RANDQUIZ can be run at the command line or in a batch file.
     To use RANDQUIZ in Windows, a PIF file must be created.


CLS-UP, CLS-DOWN, CLS-LEFT, CLS-RITE, CLS-RAND ($10 Shareware)
Multiple use program to clear screen (CLS) in a variety of ways.
Requires DOS operating environment.

Purpose:  To clear the DOS environment screen in the directions up,
     down, left, right, or random.  A neat alternative to the DOS
     clear screen (CLS) command.
Usage of Programs:  These programs may be used in a batch file or
     at the DOS prompt.  INSTALL on the diskette will place these
     programs either in the C:\DOS subdirectory or C:\DOSUTIL
     subdirectory, which is referenced in your path statement.


Copyright and Priveledges:  These programs are Copyrighted by
     Little Flock Ministries, P.O. Box 1704, Loveland, CO, 80539-
     1704.  We are in no way associated with Colorado Memory Systems.
     Please do not call or write to Colorado Memory Systems for
     support or questions on this product. The programs are sent
     out at the cost listed, which includes one free upgrade.
     The cost difference between each program reflects the time
     invested by the author.  The total package can be purchased
     for $75, a savings of over $40 for individual licenses.
     Comments for improvement are greatly appreciated;
     free software will be sent to the first customer whose
     suggestion was used to improve Little Flock Ministries'
     software.  Thank You!

Other Services:  No hassle and no headaches - let Little Flock
Ministries do your offsite backups.  Data integrity guaranteed.
Please write to see if your company qualifies.  LFM will write
programs for your needs under contract agreement.  We can also
suggest ways to double the capacity of your hard drive.  Other
miscellaneous consultation services are available at reasonable
prices.  If you've been taken advantage of by some computer
technicians, please give us a try!