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DEAR SHAREWARE VENDOR :
Del Mar Software's distribution policy is simple - you may freely distribute
our products as long as you identify them as shareware, leave all trademark
and copyright notices in place, and we don't ask you to stop.
We only ask that you include all executable files ("*.exe") and all
documentation files ("*.doc"), with the possible exception of this file.
In addition, if you contact us to let us know you are distributing any of our
products, we will be happy to send you all updates as they become available.
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT :
PC Padlock provides the user with a multifeatured floppy disk security system.
Once locked with a password, a disk's contents cannot be viewed, edited,
deleted, or even listed by any DOS command or application program. This is
especially useful in protecting data disks used for word processors,
spreadsheets, desktop publishers, financial software, or any other application
that writes data to a floppy. Any confidential information is safe from
prying eyes with PC Padlock.
In addition to locking, disks may also be encrypted, protecting them from all
disk repair utilities should they be lost or stolen. Disk encryption renders
every active file data area of a disk indecipherable. Would-be thiefs and
snoops with your disk, the expertise, and time on their hands will never see
your confidential data.
Disk clearing is also offered, to handle all inactive file data areas, such as
those left behind when a file is deleted or shortened through editing or
overwriting. The data in these areas is destroyed, and all evidence of any
old files is removed.
PC Padlock also includes individual file encryption, which makes text files
unreadable and program files unexecutable. Wildcards are accepted to allow
encrypting multiple files in a single pass.
And lastly, file purging is available as a secure alternative to the DOS
"delete" command. This works like disk clearing, destroying all the file's
data and removing all traces of it's former existence. Purged files cannot be
undeleted by any DOS command or third party utility.
As part of the total security package, all failed attempts to unlock a disk or
decrypt a file are stored for later notification of the user. The date, time,
drive, and file name (if applicable) are displayed for each attempt.
If you own PC Padlock's companion program, Menu Pro, it will install itself in
Menu Pro's "Setup" pulldown, so it is always available when you need it.
All these features are presented in a full-screen application which offers
mouse support and on-line help. Scrollable file lists and disk information
areas make PC Padlock extremely user-friendly.
Although PC Padlock is a DOS application, it may be run as such from within
Microsoft Windows V3.0 or higher.
You will find many uses for PC Padlock, whether you are carrying disks back
and forth from the office, storing personal information, or protecting
confidential company data.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
* Any IBM or 100% compatible machine.
* MS-DOS version 2.1 or higher.
* At least 90K of available (free) RAM memory.
* Any monitor, although color is supported if available.
* A drive with at least 90K of free disk space to hold the program.
BENEFITS GAINED FROM REGISTERING :
* A professionally printed and bound User's Manual.
* Free automatic updates for a period of six months on minor releases, with
reduced prices on major releases.
* Advance notice and reduced prices on new products.
* Unlimited free technical support via a toll-free telephone number.
REVISION HISTORY
V1.2 - initial release
V1.3 - added protection from disk "repair" utilities, and individual file
encryption.
V2.0 - major new release. Full-screen interface added with mouse support,
a scrollable file list, disk information area, and on-line help.
Clearing and purging added, as well as faster encryption.
If you have any questions or comments, you may contact us at :
Del Mar Software
1551 Old Mill Crossing
Marietta, GA 30062
(404) 977-0419