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PWMBR is a small password program which replaces the Master Boot Record.
Upon bootup you are greeted with a password prompt. Entry of the chosen
password directs the boot process to the original relocated MBR. PWMBR
was written to provide a reasonable form of easy to use security for
those computers unequipped with BIOS password protection.
Read PWMBR.DOC carefully BEFORE installing.
It would also be good idea to scan for MBR (boot sector) viruses before
installing as unexpected results may be obtained by PWMBR relocating
some MBR virus programs.
Even though PWMBR write protects itself to prevent unauthorized
modifications, it is impossible to prevent a MBR virus from relocating
or even overwriting PWMBR when the system is booted from an infected
diskette. Once an infection has occured, it may be difficult or
impossible to remove PWMBR and anti-virus products may also be unable to
remove the virus. Because of this, PWMBR has the option of creating a
restore utility diskette. By simply attempting to boot from this
diskette, both the PWMBR Master Boot Record and the original relocated
MBR will be restored, instantly removing any MBR virus infection. It is
therefore a MUST that a utility diskette be created immediately after
installation.