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AutoMan Information Sheet
AutoMan, Automatic Network Management Shareware.
AutoMan, software for IBM compatible PC's with at least 256K of free RAM and the DOS
operating environment has the following features :
1] Automatic file processing
AutoMan will automatically process any batch, executable or command file, at
any time, on any day or days throughout the year. Configuration is done by
inserting up to 250 "Parameters". Each time a parameter is processed, a record
is placed in the Transaction Log file, the program unloads itself, the batch
file or program is run, and the program then re-loads itself, ensuring the
system does not restrict the memory available to run programs. A Command
string, which may contain the current day, date and time, can be passed to any
batch file or program. Various utility programs allow simulation of keyboard
input.
2] Disk space monitoring
AutoMan will monitor space on all drives and warn if any disk is filling.
3] Monitoring of critical data recording activity
AutoMan can warn if a critical data recording PC on the network has failed.
Applications may be for example, to monitor a Shopfloor data collection or
Telephone logging PC.
4] Integral Batch file editor / De-bugger
The AutoMan editor is designed for editing batch files. Standard pull down
menu options make use of the editor straight forward. Useful features include:
i] View the current "DOS" screen at any time (F4)
ii] Jump into a DOS shell (Shift F4)
iii] Execute statements individually (F8)
iv] Execute batch files from start to finish
v] Unlimited breakpoints
vi] View structure of batch file (Call & if statements etc)
5] Context sensitive & DOS help
On-line, Context sensitive help is available on F1 for every DOS command,
together with comprehensive help on all aspects of AutoMan.
6] Other features
A customised menu of programs can be created allowing easy access to programs
which may relate to AutoMan, or to a preferred editor.
Mode of operation
There are two modes of AutoMan. The first is monitor mode when the program
automatically carries out tasks. The second is menu mode, accessed by pressing
the ALT key, in which all AutoMan configuration and debugging features are
available.
Although ideally the program should be active throughout the day, thereby
monitoring disk and file status at all times, merely loading the program at
night each day will still ensure that all parameters are processed - the system
will "Catch up" on any parameters that are overdue.
Files on distribution disk
README.NFO Information on AUTOM.EXE
AUTOMAN.DIS This file, Information for distributers
AUTOM.EXE Archived self extracting distribution file containing :
AUTOMAN.EXE Main executable program
AUTOMAN.HLP Help file
AUTOMAN.PRM Blank parameter file
AUTOMAN.LST Manual listing
README. Additional information
NOSPACE.BAT Sample batch file
EXAMPLE.BAT Sample batch file
Executable Utility Programs
AMSLEEP - Produce beeps AMNUM - Turn Num Lock on/off
AMFILL - Fill the keyboard buffer AMCALC - Command line calculator
AMCAPS - Turn caps lock on AMAPPEND - Append text to a file
AutoMan Tutorial
Once installation is complete, and before any configuration takes place,
a tutorial can be run. This tutorial explains a number of basic
configuration options of the program, and demonstrates ways in which the
program may be of help.
Goods dispatched / Services offered upon receipt of registration fee :
1] The latest version of the software, without a registration screen !
2] Additional utility programs
3] Enhanced DOS help available on F1
4] An easy to read, indexed, bound manual
5] Access to telephone support
6] A choice of DOS versions for the DOS help
7] Help files in other European languages
Cost & Payment Terms
AutoMan costs Sterling # 29, US $ 49, however payment in any currency can
be arranged, at the current exchange rate. Multiple copy or Site licences
available on request.
Registration to : Go Software
York House
Cross Road
Heald Green
Cheadle
Cheshire
England
United Kingdom SK8 3LW
FAX : 44-(0)-625-536763
Possible Shareware Library Entry
AutoMan V1.02, Automatic Network Management Software. AutoMan is designed
to remove the everyday headaches from network operation. Automatic file
processing, at any time, on any day enables all routine tasks (Transaction
file cleardowns, Report generation, Virus detection) to be carried out
automatically. The system monitors disk space, and critical data recording
PC's, allerting supervisors and users of potential problems. The built-in
editor allows line by line execution of batch files, and unlimited
breakpoints. Industry standard "ALT key" operation and comprehensive on
line context sensitive DOS and AutoMan help, ensure ease of operation.