What Is ZIP'R For DOS?
ZIP'R is a program designed to use an existing compression program, such
as PKZIP/PKUNZIP, ARJ,  LHA,  or  SQZ  to  automatically compress entire
programs (including sub-directories)   when  programs  are  exited,  and
decompress them prior  to  execution.   This saves valuable  hard  drive
space by compressing  programs  that  are  seldom-used.  ZIP'R is unique
because it not only compresses and decompresses  entire programs, but it
launches them as well!


What Is The ZIF Editor?
The ZIF Editor  is  a  user-friendly  interface  for the  popular  ZIP'R
utility.  The ZIF  Editor allows users to create, edit, save, and delete
.ZIF files.

The ZIF Editor also allows registered  users  to  modify ZIP'R's program
preferences, which are stored in the ZIPR.INI file.


What Are .ZIF Files?
.ZIF files are small ZIP'R Information Files used to supply  ZIP'R  with
the command line   parameters  necessary  to  automatically  decompress,
execute, and re-compress programs.


How Do I Create A .ZIF File?
Create a .ZIF file by selecting File  from  the main menu.  Then, select
New to create a new file.  The .ZIF editing screen will appear, allowing
you to enter the .ZIF file information.

After creating the new file, the ZIF Editor will allow  you to save your
changes.  After saving the .ZIF file, you are ready to use ZIP'R.


How Do I Use A .ZIF File With ZIP'R For DOS?
After creating a  .ZIF  File,  log to ZIP'R's default sub-directory, and
type a command line similar to the following:

  ZIPR FILENAME.ZIF  (Replace with the name of your program.)
    or
  ZIPRN TEST.ZIF  (Replace with the name of your program.)

This tells ZIP'R to use the settings  that  were saved in the .ZIF file,
which was created with the ZIF Editor.


How Can I Learn More About ZIP'R For DOS?
You are strongly encouraged to read the file ZIPR.DOC.   This  text file
explains how ZIP'R  works,  and  why  it is so useful.  Registered users
will receive a ZIP'R manual that contains  far more information than the
ZIPR.DOC file, and shows several screen captures, tables, and charts.

How Can I Register ZIP'R For DOS?
If you are using an unregistered copy of ZIP'R, you can  register  ZIP'R
by purchasing it  from  STSI.   Select Help from the main menu, and then
select Registration Information for  more  information.   You  may  also
print the file REGISTER.DOC, which is an ASCII text order form.

If you are  in a hurry to register ZIP'R, call STSI at  (218)  924-2050,
charge it to  your  Visa/MC,  American Express, or Discover credit card,
and you will receive a registration number over the phone.
