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This file is supplied to support the PSL, as requested, and Sysops.
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LIBRARIAN'S STANDARD FILE DESCRIPTION:
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PULL230.ZIP
A sleek SAA compliant professional-style pulldown menu shell for MS-
DOS systems featuring a full range of powerful options permitting
total system customization. Requires DOS 3.0+, 256K RAM, IBM PC, XT,
AT, PS/2, PS/1 or full compatible. 80286 or higher recommended.
LIBRARIAN'S STANDARD FILE DESCRIPTION:
___________________________________________________________________________
PULL230.ZIP
A sleek SAA compliant professional-style pulldown menu shell for MS-
DOS systems featuring a full range of powerful options permitting
total system customization. Requires Hard Disk, DOS 3.0+, 256K RAM,
IBM PC, XT, AT, PS/2, PS/1 or 100% compatible. 80286 or higher
recommended.
LICENSE AND TERMS OF USE
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SHAREWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT ACCEPTED BY YOUR USE: As a non-commercial
private user you are permitted to use/evaluate this product at no charge
for a period of 60 days. At the end of that period, if you feel that this
work has some value to you, please consider a donation of $20 (US funds or
your local currency equivalent plus $20) to register the product. Print
and return the enclosed form in the file REGFORM.DOC to request upgrade
diskettes, if desired, and registration numbers. After 50 unregistered
starts, the command line registration system is automatically invoked until
registration. Unregistered copies are fully functional with the sole
exception of permanent saving of custom colors. Commercial business users
are restrained from using the product in the unregistered state under ALL
circumstances. Site licenses and multiple copy terms are covered within
the REGISTRATION section of this document file. MicroDynamics assumes no
liability arising from your use or inability to use this software product,
nor does MicroDynamics assume liability for direct, indirect or
consequential damages resulting from your use.
DISTRIBUTION: PullDown v2.30 MUST be distributed in its original,
unmodified form on only public-access BBS systems, through non-profit
ShareWare libraries, or APPROVED ASP vendor sites and catalogs. ALL
catalog houses are *urged* to notify MicroDynamics of their intent to
dsitribute, as the version they list may not be the latest. ASP approved
sites may begin distribution and then notify MicroDynamics, but unapproved
vendors of shareware may NOT. Any distribution for remuneration beyond the
cost of the diskette/mailing by NON-ASP approved vendor catalogs is
strictly forbidden without the written permission of MicroDynamics and the
author. (User group demo and distribution for member donation excepted.)
Consultants/Dealers can obtain an on-site registration system upon
acceptance of the "Dealer" agreement obtained from MicroDynamics.
CONSULTANT DEALERSHIPS: Dealers and Consultants are presently using an
onsite registration system and remitting a percentage of collected
registration fees while providing a very clean professional look to their
client's systems. If you would like to join that growing list, please
notify MicroDynamics in writing, or call one of the technical support
centers. A simple contract will be returned to you for approval. Voice
support is available to registered Dealers and Consultants.
VIRUS PROTECTION: The authorized shareware distribution copy of this
software is contained within a tamper-proof ZIP file called PULL230.ZIP.
If you did NOT see a banner notifying you that the ZIP file you received is
valid upon invoking PKUNZIP, then assume the worst and find another copy.
In fact, you are strongly advised to run a virus-checking program
immediately after UNZIPPING *ANY* file or files from ShareWare libraries or
Public Domain sources. However, please don't give in to the unfounded and
frequently hysterical "fear cum mania" associated with the entire issue of
computer viruses.... just be careful, and enjoy! Finally, if PullDown
refuses to start, displaying a message "CRC Check Failed!" then immediately
check the system for virus presence. PullDown contains a measure of anti-
virus self-checking, and should not start if the file is modified in any
way.
INTRODUCTION
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What are PullDown menus? In short, they are identical to the familiar
PCTools Deluxe interface, and very similar to the Windows pulldown menus
you are likely already familiar with.
The purpose of the menu shell is to make access to programs contained on
the PC to be effortless. Moreover, in the case of PullDown, the process
becomes both elegant and efficient. PullDown is unique among menuing
shells, providing you with the ability to define truly professional quality
menus for any system quickly using a simple text editor (or Word Processor
saving files as text only) and a set of easy to master commands. Beyond a
reasonable working knowledge of DOS, and the ability to learn, no other
expertise is required to use PullDown. However, if you should become
confused as your read through the documentation please seek assistance from
a knowledgeable co-worker, a friend, or call one of the Technical Support
BBSs... MicroDynamics wants to serve you in any way possible, and to the
extent time is available even unregistered users can get technical support
from the author of the product. Please, if you have ANY trouble, or
suspect the menu system of "locking" or otherwise interfering with your
computer, then call for support!
APPENDIX B: FILES INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE OR CREATED BY PULLDOWN v2.30
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Files used to run the system:
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PULLDWN.BAT .......... Main command to start the menu system
MENU.BAT ........... Calls PULLDWN.BAT for convenience.
PULLDWN1.EXE .......... Executable called upon in PULLDWN.BAT
PULLDWN.DEF .......... Default menu definition file.
PULLDWN.HLP .......... Main help file for ALL F1 help menu definitions
Files created by PullDown to run the system
(Not on disk or in .ZIP file):
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PULLDWN.CNF ........... Binary encrypted file containing colors etc.
PULLRES.FIL ........... Binary file containing resume information
TEMPPULL.BAT ........... File called upon in PULLDWN.BAT with SHELL.BAT
SHELL.BAT ........... User-defined batch file. Parameters passed to it
within TEMPPULL.BAT as SHELL %1 %2 .... %0
Documentation:
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READTHIS.NOW ........... A file for the power user who will not read this
PULL230.DOC ........... This file, the main documentation file on disk
QREF.DOC ........... A quick reference one sheet card to keep by your
keyboard when first using the system.
UPGRADE.DOC ........... Specific instructions for v2.01 or earlier users
who are upgrading to v2.30
REGFORM.DOC ........... Registration mailers. IF YOU NEED AN INVOICE,
WE WILL BE HAPPY TO BILL YOU IN LIEU OF RETURNING
THIS FORM.
PULLDWN.REG ........... Registration help screen for OPTIONS pulldown
VENDOR.DOC ........... Vendor data requested by ASP and P(S)L
Extras:
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ADVANCED.DEF ........... Advanced samples for your inspection
WINDOWS.DEF ........... A mock MS WINDOWS menu for your inspection
SAMPLE.HLP ........... A sample external help file for SCROLLBOX calls
AUTOEX.DEF ........... Demo of !AUTO! command use
PATHS.$$$ ........... PATHS.USR example (See Advanced Pathing/LAN)
VFILE.COM ........... Complimentary file view utility
For more on advanced pathing options, see APPENDIX G: Advanced Pathing
DISK/FILE I/O ERRORS
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IF PullDown encounters an unexpected file condition, you will be prompted
to either input the correct file, or sent to DOS with a specific help
screen concerning what is wrong and how to fix it. If you do get a
somewhat technical error message like "Error Cnf() FOpen() [1]" then call
for technical help. It may mean you are out of disk space, but most likely
a hardware error has occurred and you should seek assistance in fixing the
condition.
End of VENDOR.DOC - As requested by the ASP and P(S)L for Distribution