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MailDor v1.0 & Mailer
(c) Copyright 1991, Ernie Johnson
All Rights Reserved
What "MailDor and Mailer" are all about
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After finding a need to keep track of the addresses of my BBS users,
and since PCBoard doesn't already keep track of full mailing address
information, I wrote MailDor to handle this problem. Then I wanted
a way to print off mailing labels fast and easily - then the Mailer
program was developed to interface with MailDor.
MailDor is a BBS door that allows sysops to collect names and
address information of users. Then, sysops can use the Mailer
program to edit, or delete records in the database, or print mailing
labels from the database.
The Mailer program can also be run completely on its own - it has
functions to add new records, and do simple find functions in the
database - if you are looking for a quick way to print mailing
labels, the Mailer program is probably the quickest around.
You don't need to be a sysop of a BBS to use the Mailer program,
only the MailDor part is BBS specific.
Setting up the MAILER DOS program
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This portion is quite simple to set up and run - just change to the
directory containing the USERS.DB and USERS.IDX file and type
MAILER.
The on screen menus should be enough to get you going, but if not,
refer to the MAILER.DOC file.
Setting up the MAILDOR BBS door program
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For those of you familiar with setting up BBS doors, this should be
quite simple for you. For novices, please bear with me as I am new
to door writing, and as a result, the documentation on set-up may be
lacking in certain areas. Please refer to your BBS software
documentation before calling our tech support line.
Make a directory and unpack the archive contents into it.
The files you need are:
MAILDOR, WHY, HELP, MENU and MENUG. All other files are for the DOS
only portion, documentation, or sample files. See the ALLFILES.LST
for information on each file, and what it is used for.
Included is a MAILDOR batch file (simply called MAILDOR). We use
MailDor on a PCBoard 14.5a BBS system so instructions will cover use
on PCBoard.
Here is the sample MAILDOR file included in the archive:
@ECHO OFF
C:
CD\DOORS\MAILDOR
MAILDOR C:\PCB\PCBOARD.SYS
CD\PCB
BOARD
Your system may not be able to handle the @ECHO OFF, so replace it
with just ECHO OFF. @ECHO OFF works with MS DOS 3.3 and above.
Also replace the drive letters, and path names with those used on
your particular system.
Next, you will need to modify the DOORS.LST file from your PCBSetup
program. Add a door as normal to your system. If you follow the
above example, your addition to DOORS.LST file would be similar to
this:
Filename Password Sec Login USERS.SYS DOOR.SYS Path to Batch
-------- -------- --- ----- --------- -------- -----------------
1) MAILDOR 0 N N N C:\DOORS\MAILDOR\
Note this is a sample as seen in the regular PCBoard 14.5 program.
PCBoard 14.5a has a field that allows you to "shell" to the door
instead of exiting PCBoard and reloading PCBoard when the door is
finished. Experienced users may want to experiment with this
option.
Non standard ports and interrupts
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If you are running on different port addresses and interrupts, you
can pass a second command line option:
MAILDOR <drive, path & name of PCBoard.sys> <PORT:AAAA:B>
where AAAA is the base address, and B is the interrupt (IRQ).
example:
MAILDOR C:\PCB\PCBOARD.SYS PORT:03F8:4
Other BBS types
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If you are trying to use MAILDOR with a BBS other than PCBoard,
you will need to tell MAILDOR what user file you are using. You are
also on your own when setting up the door as I only have experience
with PCBoard version 14.5a.
Here are some samples (untested) as to starting MAILDOR:
MAILDOR C:\PCB\PCBOARD.SYS ;PCBoard & compatible PCBOARD.SYS files
;this one has been tested on my BBS
MAILDOR C:\BBS\DOOR.SYS ;Systems that generate a DOOR.SYS
MAILDOR C:\BBS\DORINFOx.DEF ;Systems that generate a DORINFOx.DEF
MAILDOR C:\BBS\GENERIC.SYS ;See note on GENERIC.SYS below
As you've noticed, MAILDOR supports a "GENERIC.SYS" file in addition
to the more common ones listed above. The GENERIC.SYS file should
allow you to run MAILDOR on any BBS type.
Here is what GENERIC.SYS must have in it:
line 1 - BBS SysOp's name
line 2 - COM port in use
line 3 - Time allowed in door
An example:
Ernie Johnson
COM1:
30
When a user accesses the door with a GENERIC.SYS, MAILDOR will ask
him/her for his first & last names. After the user enters his/her
name the door will continue to run.
Warranty & Guarantee's
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MAILDOR is in no way warranted to be free of defects, bugs, etc. It
has, however, gone through extensive testing on my BBS, and I have
not seen any adverse effects. I am not responsible for any adverse
effects it has on your system (just in case). You should take any
steps to avoid virus infection and scan the file for viruses before
using it on your system.
Upgrades/Improvements
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MAILDOR and MAILER will be upgraded as we get new ideas for the
programs, or as bugs are found (hopefully there aren't any). The
latest versions of these programs and other programs written by the
author of MailDor and Mailer can be found on our support BBS.
Registered users of MDOR will be notified by mail when new versions
are available. New versions can be downloaded free of charge from
our support BBS, or for $5.00, you will be sent an upgraded version.
When you register
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On receipt of your registration fee, we will mail you the necessary
information that allows you to update your MAILER and MAILDOR
program to indicate who the product is registered to. Complete
instructions will be given, so even the novice computer user should
be able to upgrade the program to a "registered" status.
How to register
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MDOR v1.0 Order Form
NAME: ____________________________________________________
COMPANY: ____________________________________________________
ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
CITY: ________________________
STATE/PROV: __________________ ZIP/POSTAL CODE: ________________
PHONE: ____________________________________________________
WHERE DID YOU RECEIVE MDOR? ___________________________________
________________________________________________________________
COMMENTS: ____________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
Item Price Qty* Total
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MDOR v1.0 BBS Usage Registration.... $15.00 _____ _______
This option is for BBS sysops using
MDOR on a BBS.
MDOR v1.0 DOS Usage Only............ $10.00 _____ _______
This option is for other users, using
MDOR in a normal DOS environment.
* Site licenses are available as Total Amount
with other registration options. Enclosed _______
Contact E. Johnson at address below.
Specify disk format [ ] 5.25, 360K or [ ] 3.5, 720K
Mail checks/money orders/inquiries to:
Ernie Johnson or phone (519) 357-1941 voice, or
P.O. Box 607 (519) 357-1943 BBS
Wingham Ontario for more information.
N0G 2W0 -- Canada