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SysOp Availibility Utility
by: Keith Cochran
Sysop, Paradox BBS (302) 645-7264
About this documentation:
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My apologies for the lousy documentation, but I never once claimed
to be an author. If you encounter any difficulties setting up this
utility, please don't hesitate to call my BBS and leave me a message.
I'll do my very best to help if I can.
What is SysOpIs ?
-----------------
SysOpIs is a SysOp availability utility which makes a display file
of your choosing. At this time support is for Spitfire and
PCBoard/ProDoor BBS types only. Future support for other BBS types is
not currently planned, but will be considered if there is a great
enough demand.
SysOpIs is based on an idea originally conceived by Greg Parsons of
Paradise Cove BBS in Selbyville, DE. The idea and the name, "SysOpIs"
is being used with Greg's full permission.
It was originally written by Greg in QuickBasic 4.5, but has been
totally re-written from the ground up in Turbo Pascal 6.0
The purpose of the program is to allow the SysOp to generate an ASCII
and ANSI text file that may be displayed to the caller upon logon.
The text file(s) displays the availability of the SysOp as well as
showing the caller several other useful statistics.
Support:
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The latest version of SysOpis can always be found on Paradox BBS.
The numbers are (302) 645-7264 & 645-2658. Instant online registration
via the InstaReg Door. No waiting, download on your first call.
Additional time/privileges for visiting SysOps. Node 1 is equipped with
a USR Dual Standard.
I also may be reached via SaltAir's DOORS conference, or via
RIME's DOORS or SYSOPS conferences. Node ID for RIME is ->PARADOX
Comments, ideas, or suggestions are always welcome.
Features:
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Simple to setup and maintain.
Support for both PCBoard/ProDoor & SpitFire BBS types.
May be called from an "Event" batch file using the event mode.
Files associated with the door's operation:
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SYSOPIS.EXE : The main program.
SYSOPIS.DOC : You're looking at it.
SYSOPIS.CFG : The configuration file (explained below).
SYSOPIS.DAT : The data file (explained below).
SYSOPIS.HST : History of changes made.
Setup:
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ANSI.SYS or equivalent MUST be loaded.
UnZip the contents of the zip file into a directory of your choosing.
Edit the SYSOPIS.CFG file as outlined below.
The SYSOPIS.CFG file:
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NEWS
NEWSG
5
PCB
Y
Y
John Doe
0
Line 1. The name of the ASCII display file. (May include PATH)
Line 2. The name of the ANSI display file. " " "
Line 3. Current number of entries in the .DAT file. Must be > 0.
(This entry is updated automatically when an entry is added.)
Line 4. Mode (P or S for PCBoard and SpitFire respectively)
Line 5. Should display file include CLEAR SCREEN code at top. (Y/N)
Line 6. Should display "More?" (SF) or "Enter to continue" (PCB) at end. (Y/N)
Line 7. Users name.
Line 8. Registration number. (0 if unregistered)
The SYSOPIS.DAT file:
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This file simply contains lines of data that you wish to be able
to be displayed as your status.
It may contain up to 15 lines, 30 characters each line.
It may be added to while in SysOpIs using the Add function. I did
not figure it worth the time and added code needed to perform deletions
or line editing from within SysOpIs, but it may be freely edited with
any text editor, as long as all the blank lines are at the bottom of
the file.
Running SysOpIs:
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From the DOS prompt simply type SYSOPIS
It is completely menu driven so should be fairly self explanatory.
To run unattended, it may be called from a batch file as follows:
SYSOPIS /E #
Where "#" is the number of the entry you wish to use.
If the # is greater than the number of entries in the SYSOPIS.DAT
file it will simply abort with no action.
Registration:
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SysOpis is released as ShareWare and may be used freely for as long
as you like with no obligations to register whatsoever. The shareware
version is fully functional, with the exception of the 15 second delays
before and after the program is run.
If you like the program, and wish to register it, send $5.00 (US) to
the address provided below:
Keith Cochran
P.O. Box 950
Rehoboth Beach, DE
19971
You will then be issued a registration number that will prevent the
opening and closing screens from being displayed. The registration
number will work with ALL future releases of SysOpIs.
Be sure to include a return address and specify EXACTLY how you will
spell your name in the .CFG file.
Disclaimer:
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I make no warranty of any kind, express or implied, including without
limitation, any warranties of merchantability and/or fitness for a
particular purpose. I shall not be liable for any damages, whether
direct, indirect, special or consequential arising from a failure of
this program to operate in the manner desired by the user. I shall not
be liable for any damage to data or property which may be caused
directly or indirectly by the use of this program.
IN NO EVENT WILL I BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY LOST
PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, OR FOR ANY
CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY.
PCBoard is a registered trademark of Clark Development Company.
SpitFire is a registered trademark of Mike Woltz.
InstaReg is copyrighted by Don Cheeks and Lana Fox.
Turbo Pascal 6.0 is copyrighted by Borland International.
Quick Basic is copyrighted by Microsoft Corporation.
Beta Testers:
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Special thanks to the following people who were a great help
with testing SysOpIs.
Greg Parsons Paradise Cove BBS (302) 436-4780 HST 14.4K
Mike Hudson Taurus BBS (302) 934-1323 D/S 14/4K/V.32bis
Be sure to check out these 2 bbs's, as both are first class systems.