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June 2, 1994
d t S e a r c h 3.0
DISTRIBUTION LICENSE
dtSearch is copyrighted by DT Software, Inc. DT Software, Inc. hereby
grants to shareware disk vendors, computer clubs, user groups, and on-line
shareware distributors ("Vendors") wishing to distribute dtSearch a license
to do so subject to all of the following conditions:
1. Vendors that are members of the Association of Shareware Professionals
("ASP") may distribute the complete dtSearch package without prior
permission. Other Vendors must request permission of DT Software, Inc.
prior to distributing this package.
2. The dtSearch package is defined as containing all of the material
listed in the README.SW file. If README.SW or any files listed in it are
missing, then the package is not complete and distribution is prohibited.
Please contact DT Software, Inc. to obtain the complete package.
3. Vendors may not modify the dtSearch package in any way, except that
Vendors may add (1) introductory or installation batch files, or (2) one or
more small text notes, appended to a DOC file or in separate files,
containing information about the Vendor. Vendors may distribute dtSearch
in a collection with other shareware, such as in a CD ROM or PsL's
MegaDisks.
4. Vendors may not sell the dtSearch package or distribute it as part of
another software package. However, Vendors may charge a distribution fee
for the diskette, shipping, and handling, not to exceed US$8.00 in the
United States or US$13.00 internationally.
5. Vendors may not advertise dtSearch as "free" software.
If the version of dtSearch you have is more than one year old, please
contact DT Software, Inc. to obtain the latest version. Also, please let
us know if you have a problem with any of the conditions in this license.
Thank you for your support!
To join the ASP, write to the following address and request a Vendor
Membership Application Package:
ASP Executive Director,
545 Grover Road, Muskegon
MI 49442-9427, U.S.A.
or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe mail to ASP Executive Director
72050,1433. You may also FAX a request to the ASP Executive Director at
616-788-2765.
June 1, 1994
dtSearch 3.0
DESCRIPTION AND AUTHOR INFORMATION
Keywords:
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TEXT RETRIEVAL, DOCUMENT SEARCH, FUZZY SEARCHING, DATABASE
Category:
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Text Retrieval; Text Database; Free-Form Database
Short Description:
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The shareware version of dtSearch is distributed in two files:
DTSW.ZIP (dtSearch for Windows) and DTSA.ZIP (dtSearch ALPHABET
utility). Each is described below:
dtSearch for Windows dtSearch 3.0 text retrieval scans
megabytes in a second. Does indexed,
unindexed and combination searches, with
fuzzy, phonic and "conventional" search
requests. Scrolling list of indexed
words, previous search requests and
macros make search request formation
easy. Multiple ways to collect, view
and use information from a search.
Hypertext-linking, extensive batch
language, DDE-API, international
language support. ASP Shareware ($149).
Alphabet Utility The dtSearch 3.0 ALPHABET utility, which
allows users to customize the way
dtSearch handles accented letters,
capitalization, and punctuation.
NOTE: dtSearch 3.0 for DOS now uses the PharLap DOS Extender.
Use of the DOS extender has greatly improved the speed of
dtSearch for DOS and made it possible to add numerous
enhancements. Unfortunately, due to restrictive PharLap license
terms, we regret that we cannot release a shareware version of
dtSearch 3.0 for DOS. DT Software remains committed to the
shareware market and will continue to explore ways to make a
shareware version of dtSearch 3.0 available, including the use of
alternative DOS extenders.
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Author/Publisher Information:
-----------------------------
David V. Thede, President
DT Software, Inc.
2101 Crystal Plaza Arcade, Suite 231
Arlington, Virginia 22202
(703) 521-9427
FAX (703) 521-9427
CompuServe 72607,3323
Internet 72607.3323@compuserve.com
ASP Notice
DT Software, Inc. is a member of the Association of
Shareware Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the
shareware principle works for you. If you are unable to resolve
a shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting the
member directly, ASP may be able to help. The ASP Ombudsman can
help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP member, but
does not supply technical support for members' products. Please
write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442
or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman
70007,3536.
dtSearch Program Description Page 2
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Reviews of Previous Versions of dtSearch
===========================================
"The needle's in the haystack, and you're on a deadline
to find it. You need dtSearch . . . . If you spend
half your life looking for data, dtSearch is a powerful
remedy."
--PC/Computing, October 1993
InfoWorld Buyer's Assurance Seal. May 24, 1993.
"dtSearch is a fast, powerful, text file indexing
program for document search and retrieval."
--Database, December 1992
"dtSearch [is] a powerful and cost-effective route to
text retrieval."
--PC Magazine (UK), July 1992
"This program is wonderful. . . . I am super-impressed
with dtSearch."
--PCM, July 1993
"This program provides more strategies for text search
than most people will ever likely need . . . . A
comprehensive search utility, dtSearch is well worth a
look."
--PC Sources, January 1992
"Thorough and easy to use . . . . Documentation is
clear and concise. . . . [dtSearch] is an excellent
program."
--Online Today, March 1992
"Users of Westlaw or Lexis will feel comfortable with
[dtSearch's] and, or, and proximity search tools."
--Legal Times, June 21, 1993
New Features in Version 3.0
===========================
∙ a network server version, compatible with all major PC-
based networks;
∙ fuzzy, phonic and stemming search capabilities;
∙ scrolling list of indexed words;
∙ the ability to create hypertext-linked databases;
∙ faster indexing and searching;
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∙ tagging of multiple files to copy, print or include in
a search report;
∙ annotation of text to copy;
∙ expanded batch language and support for batch scripts
in the Windows version;
∙ DDE-based API;
∙ recognition of additional file formats (Ami Pro, ASCII,
DBF files, MS Word for Windows through 6.0, WordPerfect
through 6.0);
∙ a "filtered binary" file format option for extracting
text from unrecognized or binary file formats; and
∙ unlimited indexing capacity (dtSearch 3.0 can create an
unlimited number of indexes, each holding up to 15,000
files of any length, and can search up to 25 indexes
with a single search request.)
NOTE: dtSearch 3.0 for DOS now uses the PharLap DOS Extender.
Use of the DOS extender has greatly improved the speed of
dtSearch for DOS, but, due to restrictive PharLap license terms,
we regret that we cannot release a shareware version of dtSearch
3.0 for DOS. DT Software remains committed to the shareware
market and will continue to explore ways to make a shareware
version of dtSearch 3.0 available, including the use of
alternative DOS extenders.
Product Description
===================
dtSearch builds an index that stores the location of words in
your files so you can instantly search through thousands of
documents. Since you will sometimes want to search files
dtSearch has not indexed, dtSearch also does unindexed and
"combination" searches.
What You Can Do With dtSearch
∙ Index your correspondence and memos to instantly find any
file.
∙ Build a database from scanned in or downloaded text.
∙ Give network users easy access to company archives, policy
manuals, etc.
∙ Use dtSearch as a search engine on your BBS.
Search Options
dtSearch performs indexed, unindexed and "combination" searches
across multiple directories, drives and indexes. Type in a
search request or choose "insert" to select an item from
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scrolling lists of indexed words, previous search requests and
macros. Search types include:
∙ Boolean (AND, OR, NOT)
∙ phrase (apple sauce or chocolate cake)
∙ wildcard (appl* sauc? and not cho*olate ca?e)
∙ proximity (appl* w/5 pear)
∙ segment (dear to sincerely contains John)
∙ file name/date
∙ fuzzy (finds "TYPGRPHIGAL" or "SCANN1NG" errors)
∙ phonic (finds "SMYTHE" in a search for "SMITH")
∙ stemming (finds "APPLIES," "APPLIED" and "APPLYING" in a
search for "APPLY")
Using Search Results
∙ Tell dtSearch to sort search results by name, date or number
of hits.
∙ View retrieved files in multiple overlapping windows.
∙ Browse, jump directly to hits, or do a "search within a
search."
∙ Choose search report to have dtSearch generate a file
showing all your hits with the amount of context you
request. Hypertext links let you jump back and forth from
your search report to the location of hits in the full
documents.
∙ Cut, paste, annotate, edit or "launch."
∙ Tag files to print or copy.
Capacity and Compatibility
∙ Unlimited capacity. (Create an unlimited number of indexes,
each holding up to 15,000 files of any length. Search up to
25 indexes with a single search request.)
∙ Runs on all major networks.
∙ Automatically recognizes major word processor formats;
indexes and searches any text.
∙ DOS and Windows versions have nearly identical user
interfaces and share setup files and indexes for easy use
together.
Special Features for Advanced Users
∙ Automate indexing and searching with dtSearch's extensive
batch language.
-Let dtSearch update your indexes every night.
-dtSearch can even create a script for you.
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∙ Integrate dtSearch with your own macros or other software
using batch scripts and the DDE interface.
∙ Turn your files into a hypertext-linked database.
(DT Software also separately markets a Developer's Toolkit
for Electronic Publishers. Please contact DT Software for
more information on this product.)
∙ Store the text of your files in your index with archive
indexing.
∙ Customize dtSearch for non-English text with the dtSearch
ALPHABET utility.
System Requirements
===================
dtSearch for Windows requires Windows 3.1 or higher, a 386 or
higher processor, and at least 2 Mb of memory (4 Mb recommended).
dtSearch for DOS requires DOS 3.3 or higher, a 286 or higher
processor, and at least 2 Mb of memory, with 4 Mb strongly
recommended.
Orders
======
To order dtSearch, please contact the Advanced Support Group:
Telephone: (800) 788-0787 or (314) 965-5630
FAX: (314) 966-1833
BBS: (314) 966-1833
CompuServe: 70304,3642
Mail: 11900 Grant Place
St. Louis, MO 63131
Prices:
DOS Version: $149.00
Windows Version: $149.00
Both: $199.00
LAN 5 Concurrent Users:
DOS $650.00
Windows $650.00
Both $800.00
Users in the United Kingdom may order from:
ElectronArt Design Ltd Telephone: 081-983 8686
78 Kimberley Avenue FAX: 081-983 8686
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ILFORD ESSEX IG2 7AS CompuServe: 100023,1267
Site-license pricing also available. As always, all registered
versions of dtSearch come with a full 60-day money-back
guarantee.
Upgrades/Competitive Upgrades
=============================
Before upgrading to dtSearch 3.0, please make certain that
your system meets the new minimum hardware requirements (see
above).
Due to the numerous enhancements made to dtSearch 3.0, we
were unable to make dtSearch 2.0 indexes compatible with
dtSearch 3.0. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO REBUILD YOUR
EXISTING DTSEARCH 2.0 INDEXES.
For existing dtSearch registered users, upgrades to either
the dtSearch 3.0 DOS or Windows version will cost $50.00.
Upgrades to a combined DOS/Windows package will cost $75.00. For
a limited time, DT Software is also offering existing users (i.e.
users who have registered dtSearch versions as of June 1, 1994)
half-priced upgrades to the dtSearch file server version.
For a limited time, DT Software will extend the same upgrade
offer that it is extending to registered users to users of major
indexed text retrieval competitors--Folio Views, Fulcrum, Isys,
Personal Librarian, Sonar Professional and ZyIndex. (Please
contact DT Software directly if you think you have a major
competitor we missed.)
AlI upgrades are, of course, covered by our full 60-day
money-back guarantee.
Thank you for your support! We hope you like the new
version and look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions
as we begin work on dtSearch 3.1!
=================================================================
dtSearch(TM) is a product of:
DT Software, Inc.
2101 Crystal Plaza Arcade, Suite 231
Arlington, Virginia 22202
(703) 521-9427
FAX (703) 521-9427
CompuServe 72607,3323
Internet 72607.3323@compuserve.com June 2, 1994
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