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The Enquirer
Version 6.04
Enquirer is MULTINODE capable and will support Locked ports up
to infinity. Enquirer will also auto detect fossils or run on internal
comm routines. Is multitasker aware (Windows), (DV) and others. Support
for avatar/0+ has also been added. Supports All Com Ports and IRQ's 1-15.
Whats NEW!
6.04 Looks nicer! Easier log off screens. More Ansi.
Now supports all com ports and IRQ's 1-15
Unlimited Baud rates.
Novell Bug fixed!
Fixed Lock up bug when to many pages of headlines were read.
6.02 and .03 was mainly a mantenence bug update and doc update as the
support numbers for NUGI changed! BBS 413-443-8788 Voice 413-442-7296
I have added a couple of asked for features. Thanks go out to John
Doran for some great suggestions.
****** PLEASE READ ********
Users can now input their own headlines directly from the Enquirer
Door. This eliminates the need for the the ADDER door. I have added a
check for nasty words and blank lines so they shouldn't be a problem.
I have also added the ability for users to read as many headlines as
they wish up to 10 pages. Or return to the BBS. You may edit the Enquire
.DAT file with any ASCII text editor. Two things to remember! DO NOT leave
blank lines in the ENQUIRE.DAT file. They will look bad when your users
are trying to read them. Also, do not have less than 55 lines in the
Enquire.DAT file. The Enquirer checks to make sure the same lines are
not being shown twice. If the ENQUIRE.DAT file is less than 55 lines, there
will not be enough data for the program to show 10 pages of Headlines.
The Enquirer door is a spoof on another great door called Today in
History. When you call up Enquirer, Headlines you might read in a
Enquirer type newspaper will come up. I use The Enquirer door as a leadin
on my BBS. The data file with the headlines is a straight ASCII file which
can be modified using just about any word proccessor. We have started great
wars between our users by putting insulting headlines up about them, besides
the fun headlines!
This program is considered shareware! BUT, comes with a three door
package on NUGI. for $15.00 you will also receive BUSTED and Pass it On!
The same reg Number will work for all three! We also have a package to
include Terra-Firma, WhoDunit and The hacker for $35.00
Call my BBS 413-443-8788 and register with your credit card.
All first time callers have full access....
Or send me a check for $15.00 The address is listed at the end of
this document. Please include the Full name you used in the INSTALL.EXE,
bbs name and telephone number.
I can upload the files to you, or send them via NetMail or Snail Mail.
With that out of the way, welcome to Enquirer SysOp Docs. Lets make
this short and pointless!
Enquirer is MULTINODE capable and will support Locked ports up
to infinity. Enquirer will also auto detect fossils or run on internal
comm routines. Is multitasker aware (Windows), (DV) and others. Support
for avatar/0+ has also been added. Supports All Com Ports and IRQ's 1-15.
1. Un-Arc the ENQUIR64.ZIP file into it's own sub-directory. The name of
the sub-directory is unimportant.
2. The following files will be un-arched.
ENQUIRER.EXE ----------> Main Game
ENQUIRE.DAT ----------> ASCII Headline Data file.
SETUP.DAT ----------> SETUP data for INSTALL program
INSTALL.EXE ----------> Installer for The Enquirer
ENQ1.ANS ----------> ANSI Welcome screen
ENQ1.ASC ----------> ASCII Welcome Screen
SYSOP.DOC ----------> You're reading it
*.BSV ----------> Help files for the INSTALL program
3. Run INSTALL.EXE and answer the questions. There are help screens
that come with the INSTALL program. Easy! This program will write a
ENQUIR?.CFG file.
. Running the INSTALL program:
Option A. Enter the door game you are seting up from the menu.
Option B. Enter the Sysop's First Name. Note that the First name should
be entered here exactly the same way as in the Registation Door on my
BBS.
Option C. Enter Sysop's Last name. Again, the last name entered should
be exactly the same as in the Registration door on my BBS.
Option D. This option enables the Zmodem download feature in Terra-Firma
and the Who-Dunit door games due to the size of their respective player
docs. It is not used in The Enquirer because there are no player docs!
Option E. Enter your Registration here. You can register by check or
credit card.
Option F. Enquirer will run on any Comm Port but if you have set up
a standard comm port with a NON-standard IRQ number you must enter that
number here. If you don't understand this option or have never messed
with your IRQ comm Port settings, just leave this as 0.
Option G. You can enter any time limit between 10 and 90 minutes. If the
users BBS time left is lower than the ammount specified in the INSTALL
program, then Enquirer will use the lower BBS time.
Once you have entered eveything to your satisfaction enter Q to save.
You will be asked if you are running a Novell LAN. If not just answer NO.
You have just created the ENQUIR?.CFG file. You can then play the Enquirer
in Local mode by typing ENQUIRER LOCAL
If you have any problems while in the install program it comes
with a complete help guide built in..
Enquirer can read BBS DROP files from the following BBS's.
QuickBBS, Remote Access, RBBS, SuperBBS, Telegard, WildCat 3, PcBoard
(latest), GAP, WildCat BBS, Genesis, SpitFire, WWIV, Osiris, MAXIMUS,
FORCE! and other BBS software that uses a compatible format with one
mentioned above.
Door Drop Files:
CALLINFO.BBS
DORINFO?.DEF
SFDOOR.DAT
INFO.BBS
DOOR.SYS
CHAIN.TXT
PCBOARD.DAT
If your BBS does not write one of these files you will have to use a door
patch program of some type. If you are at a loss my BBS has several fine
Shareware programs of this nature for downloading.
4. Set up your batch file to call Enquirer. Sample bat file follows.
ENQUIRER.BAT -----------------> Name of Bat file
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CD\BBS\ENQUIRER -----------------> Change to your directory of ENQUIRER
ENQUIRER.EXE ENQUIR1.CFG -------------> Call ENQUIRER with the ENQUIR?.CFG
file written by the INSTALL program
on the command line
CD\BBS -----------------> Whatever it takes to get back into
your BBS.
All you need to do is call the program and the ENQUIR?.CFG file
together on the same line and you're set!
ENQUIRER will run locally with a default name of SysOp, if NO
.CFG file is specified on the command line. Just type ENQUIRER LOCAL
The following Keys are available to the SysOp while a user is on line.
Alt H = Hangs Up
Alt R or X = Returns to the BBS without hanging up
Alt C = Enters Chat Mode
Alt J = Jumps to DOS (Dos Shell)
If you can't get The ENQUIRER running please check your spelling
and path information in your BATCH file. my games are running all over the
world without problems. Most calls I receive for help end up being spelling
mistakes or bad path commands. Recheck everything carefully before wasting
your hard earned cash calling me. Don't let this last paragraph give you
the wrong impression I am glad to help.....I also monitor the DOORWARE echo
and DOORGAMES in FidoNet.
Multitasking or Lan info:
I have tested The ENQUIRER under Desk View and Windows for Multi-
taskers. ENQUIRER has also been tested running under Novel and LanTastic.
As long as you load DOS Share.exe you should have no problems. All games
should be run from the same directory. You can enter the path information
for each nodes bbs drop file from the INSTALL program, so configuring ENQUIR
for multinode play is simple. The INSTALL program will write a ENQUIR1.CFG or
ENQUIR2.CFG or any node number up to 15 that you specify in the Install
program. You just need to specify which .CFG file on the command line when
you call up ENQUIRER.EXE for each node.
Have fun! If you need any assistance I can be reached on my bbs,
N.U.G.I., where the latest BUSTED, Who-Dunit, pass it On, Terra-Firma and The
Hacker program versions can be found. (413)-443-8788. I monitor DOORWARE
DOORGAMES and the DDS echo in FiDoNet.
The Following Files are available from Node 1:321/227 (413)-443-8788
for File Request. N.U.G.I. BBS's Uses FroDo 2.02
<::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::>
BUSTED53.ZIP Use the magic names below for the latest versions!
ENQUIR64.ZIP
WHODUN53.ZIP---> Who-Dunit Is now Interactive Multinode!
TERRA702.ZIP---> Interactive Multinode
PASSIT15.ZIP
THEHACK3.ZIP
N.U.G.I. ConSorTium BBS
C/O Dave Wendling (SysOp)
49 Hull Ave
Files also available for FREQ Pittsfield, MA 01201
at HST Dual speeds at 1:321/210 BBS # (413)-443-8788
BBS # 413-499-1327 FiDoNet 1:321/227
Thanks to Pete Farias of Berkshire 300/1200/2400/9600/14400
Estates BBS for this service Practical P. 9600SA v.32/v.42bis
USR Robotics 14400 v.32b
Magic names: TERRA
ENQUIRER
WHODUNIT
BUSTED
PASSITON
THEHACK
Distribution
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This program is being distributed via the SHAREWARE concept and as such,
may be copied freely with the following restrictions:
* The program must be supplied in it's original unmodified
form, including documentation.
* This program may not be distributed as part of any commercial
application or service without the express, written consent
of the author.
* Vendors of Shareware/Public Domain software may not
distribute this program without the express, written
consent of the author, unless Vendor has been approved
by the Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP).
Registration
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This door represents many hours of programming and the author deserves
just compensation for his time, efforts and expertise. If you find this
program to be of some value and you continue to use it on your system,
you Must register.
Registration entitles you to free upgrades via modem from the NUGI
ConSorTium support BBS (413)-443-8788 .
NOTE: If you register online, your registration number will be available
immediately from the registration door. When you register by mail,
your number will be sent by NetMail, directly to your BBS or by
Snail Mail.
Copyright
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The Enquirer Copyright (c) 1991-94 by the NUGI ConSorTium is being
distributed as Shareware. Under this concept you may use the SHAREWARE
(unregistered) version for 30 days after which time registration is
mandatory.
Warranty
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This product is provided as is without warranty of any kind. The entire
risk as to the results and performance of the program is assumed by you.
Furthermore, the author does not warrant, guarantee, or make any other
representations regarding the use of, or the results of the use of the
program, and you rely on the program and results solely at your own
risk. The author cannot and will not accept responsibility for system
damage, loss of profit or any other special, consequential or incidental
damages resulting from the use of or inability to use this product.