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DCI BBS Software
Information
Version 3.00
August 26, 1991
Copyright 1989-1991
All Rights Reserved
Nordevald Software
P.O. Box 280138
Tampa, Florida 33682
data: (813)961-0788
DESIGN
DCI is a full-featured bulletin board system, providing
facilities for multiple bases, base formats, user
identities, file transfer options, and internal
callback verification. DCI was written in Borland
International's Turbo Pascal version 6.0 and Turbo
Assembler version 1.01.
DCI has been designed to be a versatile system, highly
secure and configurable to meet the needs of any
telecommunications environment, from that of the
serious hobbyist to the professional needs of the
business system.
DCI was designed so that the first time user, bbser or
SysOp, would find the environment inviting and easy to
use while the more experienced user would have numerous
features available to keep him satisfied.
DCI is easily and quickly installed and maintained.
Nordevald Software firmly believes that computers
should make life easier and more enjoyable. This
philosophy guides the development of DCI.
DCI contains all the features of a standard BBS program
and much, much more.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
DCI requires an IBM PC/XT/AT or compatible computer
with a minimum of 384K, 1 floppy drive, and one hard
disk to run. A modem will extend the capabilities of
this software tremendously. DCI is fond of DOS
versions 3.0 through 5.0, will take advantage of EMS,
if available, and will run under DESQview(tm).
All of the features of the DCI BBS Software are
detailed in this manual. Any changes/updates made to
the software after the printing date will be included
in the text files NEW###.DOC and UPGR###.DOC.
FEATURES
New in Version 3.00
Message Section
- Number of message bases increased from 99 to 250
- Group Accounts
- Optional message received time and date stamps
- Toggle between Scan and Read on message prompt line
- Temporary Threading toggle at range prompt
- Counter for messages remaining when reading/scanning when
Message Threading is active
- Individual user Base List customization
- Verbose or brief Where Message listing
- Individual base description available from base prompt
- User alerts in editors when time is running out
- Letter Base Format
- Optional DOS path setting for each message base
- Optional local visibility of private bases
- Sysop configurable Mass Mail limits and security level
- Optional unvalidated posts
- Internal access to DCIPurge
File Section
- Three line descriptions on files
- Designated receiver private file transfers including
designated group accounts
- File section descriptions similar to Base List descriptions
- Option to save File Queue when aborting a download
- Download counts
- Option to check integrity of uploaded files
- Option to virus scan uploads
- CD ROM drive support
Door Sections
- Nested menus
- ANSI Only door setting
- Local Only and Remote Only settings
- Updated interface files
- Optional prompt for paramaters on SysOp doors
Miscellaneous
- Configurable menu and prompt displays
- ANSI supported input fields
- Additional commands for display files, including security
level
- Nested Information Section menus
- Easier configuration of Include files
Callback and Registration
- Optional dialing prefix and suffix
- Optional callback at every login (global or individual user)
- Optional long distance callback at every login
- Optional random callback of specified users
- Support for local calls to other area codes
- New user selection of ANSI editor screen color
- New user selection of transfer protocol
Sysop Features
- All new Installation program
- Note field available in user records
- User Note available on Status Line
- Chat Request Reason available on Status Line
- Modify user command from Read/Scan prompt
- Modify base command from Utility or SYS: BASE menu
- Selectable base number when adding a base
- Macros
- Def Files configurable to access from SYSOP: FILES menu with
a single key
- Activity Logging configuration
- Streamlined activity logging when using a front door program
- Option to always log chats
- Optional Logon password to completely restrict board access
- Option to disable F5 and F6 keys at local keyboard
- Modem rings setting to allow Caller ID on board line
- Null modem connections
- Option to take modem offhook when taking board down
- Option to rearrange order of event records
- Option to allow overtime usage when users are in a message
editor
- Options to allow access to Recent Call list and User Search
- Recent Call list available from Waiting Screen
- Activity Log listing available from Waiting Screen
- DCIPath utility to easily change board data file paths
SysOp Features
* Fully and easily configurable.
* DESQview(tm) Aware.
* Up to 250 Message Bases including open, private, and read
only.
* Fifteen message base formats including Standard, Debate,
Anonymous, StoryTelling, and Information.
* Supports Front Door programs for networking.
* Optional user handles.
* Optional file section.
* Unlimited file directories.
* Optional Main Doors and File Doors.
* Unlimited door programs.
* Internal support for all standard door interfaces.
* Support for 26 external protocols.
* Support for ARC, LZH, ZIP, and GIF external file viewers.
* Full control of individual user's access to message bases.
* Full control of users' access to doors & file directories.
* Ability to link message base with a door or file directory.
* Optional local and/or long-distance callback verification.
* Option to run private board.
* SysOp definable participation factor for download and
individual door access.
* SysOp definable file ratio.
* Twelve different local status lines.
* Global or individual user record modifications.
* Trash logs with name or phone number.
* Text files tied to user name or security level.
* Sliding-window events.
* 13 different event scheduling frequencies.
* Events can run external programs or 6 internal functions.
* Complete activity logging.
* 30 definable text colors + individual base colors.
* Unlimited bulletins with one-read bulletins at logon and file-
section entry.
* Definable upload categories.
* Mass file moving.
* Definable logon/logoff external programs.
* Definable external editor and file viewer.
* Full SysOp functions from remote.
* SysOp-Next function.
* Storm HotKey.
* Sound Silencing.
* Direct video and BIOS support.
* Optional daily time limits.
* Virtually maintenance free.
* Easily installed.
User Features
* Supports multiple global handles, up to 11 for each user
(SysOp's option).
* User-definable message bases (SysOp's option).
* Fifteen message-display formats (incl. anonymous).
* Optional message threading.
* Fully featured non-ANSI editor.
* Fully featured full-screen ANSI editor.
* Message text can be colorized.
* Message quoting.
* "Include" files for messages.
* Intuitive message addressing.
* Private messages blanked on local screen.
* Notification of messages addressed to user at logon.
* Displayed message status.
* Message scan capabilities with options.
* Forward, reverse, and personal message read.
* Message text formatted to user's screen width.
* Nonstop message reading.
* Logging to disk of new or personal messages.
* Message base list with descriptions.
* Mnemonic menu commands.
* Four prompt/menu levels.
* Abortable menu displays.
* Help displays at most prompts by entering ?.
* Ignore base option.
* Automatic verification.
* Support for non-standard terminals.
* Configurable color and graphics.
* Configurable hot keys.
* Wildcard support for file system.
* Private file transfers.
* On-line archive file viewing.
* Batch downloading.
* File tagging.
* Text search of file descriptions.
* 120-character file descriptions.
* Support for all standard door formats.
* Line noise filtering.
DCI EVALUATION VERSION
The evaluation copy of DCI is the "shareware" release of the
software. It is titled an evaluation copy because so many people
assume that "shareware" means "freeware". This is not the case.
Shareware is simply a means of distributing software which allows
people to try software before they purchase it.
Nordevald Software retains full copyright to the evaluation
version of DCI and to the documentation and supporting files.
The evaluation copy is provided so that SysOps may evaluate the
software to decide if it meets their needs. If so, registration
of the software is required. The evaluation period is not to
exceed 90 days.
The evaluation copy may be freely copied and distributed as long
as all files and documentation are included and not altered.
Distribution vendors may contact Nordevald Software in writing
for permission to distribute the software.
If you have obtained this copy of DCI from a vendor, you have
only paid for the distribution of the software; you have not
registered the software. Registration is required if you use the
software beyond a period of 90 days.
In addition to the numerous features offered in the evaluation
version, the registered version also offers:
Up to 250 message bases
Unlimited number of file directories
Unlimited number of users
Unlimited number of events
Unlimited number of doors in four door sections
Optional long distance callback verification
Message text and brief scans
Additional message base display formats
Support for front door programs to run BBS networking
software
Registered SysOps also have access to several more software
support bases and file directories on Nordevald Software BBS.
All other features of the software are available in this version.
The ten message bases allow you to evaluate several of the
fifteen message base formats. The three file directories include
a private directory, a public directory, and a directory for
include messages.
The evaluation program will remind the SysOp of the release date
when the software is run. This is to discourage the circulation
of old copies of the software.
Nordevald Software Distribution Sites:
The most recently updated version of DCI BBS Software can be
found online at the following locations:
Nordevald Software BBS* (813)961-0788 1200-9600 HST
(DCI Home Board) PcPursuitable FLTAM
Bird Lake BBS (813)265-3256 1200-2400
PcPursuitable FLTAM
Longbow BBS (813)961-3653 1200-9600 v.32
PcPursuitable FLTAM
OMNIBUS BBS (619)464-6271 1200-9600 v.32
PcPursuitable CASDI
BIX, BBS Conference listings
GEnie, BBS Roundtable listings
Or by writing to:
Nordevald Software
P.O. Box 280138
Tampa, Florida 33682
Please enclose $5.00 to cover postage and handling. We
usually send shipments out the next day but Snail Mail does
require a bit of patience.
* The DCI files may be downloaded on your first call and are in
the Nordevald Software directory in the file section. The
Auto Access door ( take * from the Main Menu ) allows
immediate access to several DCI support bases.
REGISTRATION AND ORDER FORMS
A license is required to use DCI BBS Software beyond the 90 day
evaluation period. You may obtain a license by filling out the
enclosed registration form and mailing it with your payment to:
Nordevald Software
P.O. Box 280138
Tampa, FL 33682
Upon receipt of the registration and payment, Nordevald Software
will mail to you a registered copy of the DCI BBS software and
documentation for the software or you may download your software
package from the Nordevald Software BBS.
Personal Checks will be accepted by Nordevald Software, but the
software will not be available to the registrant until the check
has cleared. A money order or cashier's check will ensure faster
receipt of the software.
This registration form is for a single-site license only. Please
contact Nordevald Software for information on multi-site
licenses. Nordevald Software will accept requests for
customization of DCI BBS Software for multi-site use.
TERMS
Your signature on the registration form is your acceptance of the
following terms:
1. DCI BBS Software, doors, utilities, documentation, and
related materials, hereafter referred to as the Product,
are protected by copyright law. Copies may be made for
archiving purposes only. The documentation may not be
copied, distributed, or reproduced in whole or in part
without prior written consent of Nordevald Software.
Disassembly and reverse compilation of the software is
expressly forbidden.
2. Nordevald Software grants to the registrant a license to
use one copy of the Product.
3. Nordevald Software will deliver to Registrant the Product,
which contains a notation as to the registration, and
supporting documentation.
5. Registrant will be entitled to support services, via
Nordevald Software BBS, (813)961-0788, or by mail at the
following address, for the period of one year.
6. Registrant will be entitled to any minor upgrades of the
Product.
7. Registrant will be entitled to reduced costs when
registering future versions of the Product.
8. Neither the Product nor this Agreement may be assigned,
sub-licensed or otherwise transferred without the prior
written consent of the Nordevald Software.
9. Registrant will not allow copies to be made and distributed
to anyone else and will report any unauthorized acquisition
of the Product to Nordevald Software immediately.
10. Registrant understands that this Product is a single node
version. Attempts to run this version as multinode will
void this agreement.
11. Registrant will forfeit all rights and services if the
Product has been modified by unauthorized means.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
1. Nordevald Software makes no warranties with respect to the
licensed program.
2. Nordevald Software will make a reasonable effort to fix any
software-related problems that are found by Registrant
which prevent the program from performing the functions
described in the software documentation.
3. The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other
warranties expressed or implied, including but not limited
to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose. Nordevald Software shall not be
liable for any lost profits, or for any claim or demand
against Registrant by any other party. In no event shall
Nordevald Software be liable for consequential damages.
DCI BBS Software Registration Form
Name: ___________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: _______________________________________________
Name of BBS: ____________________________________________________
Data Phone Number: _______________ PC Pursuit Node: ___________
Modem Type: ______________________ Min/Max Baud: ______________
System Type: _____________________
___ I have an account on Nordevald Software BBS under the name
__________________________.
___ I don't have an account on Nordevald Software BBS, please
add one for me:
Account name: ____________________________________
(maximum 30 characters)
Account password: ________________________________
(maximum 8 characters)
___ The BBS is private.
___ I grant Nordevald Software permission to publicize my BBS
name and number.
I, ________________________, understand that by signing this
registration form, I have agreed to the terms specified by
Nordevald Software in the above documentation. I understand them
fully and will abide by them.
Date: ___________ Signed By: ___________________________________
Optional info:
Where did you hear about DCI BBS Software? ______________________
Where did you download the evaluation copy? _____________________
How long have you been running the eval copy? ___________________
How long have you been a SysOp/cosysop? _________________________
What other BBS programs have you run? ___________________________
Is your BBS a general, message, file, or game board? ____________
Does your BBS have a particular theme or purpose? _______________
_________________________________________________________________
What DCI features first attracted your attention? _______________
_________________________________________________________________
Comments: _______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Nordevald Software Order Form
Date __________
Name ____________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip ________________________________________________
Bulletin Board Name _____________________________________________
Bulletin Board Phone Number _____________________________________
DCI Version Number ______________________________________________
DCI Registration Number _________________________________________
I am ordering the following:
DCI BBS Software . . . . . . . . . . . . ($90.00) _______
All of GROUP I & II Doors & Utilities . . ( 99.00) _______
DCI BBS Software Evaluation Copy . . . . ( FREE) _______
GROUP I
AutoBase Access Door . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
Ballot Box Voting Door . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
B-Day Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
Base Swap Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
Board Event Utility . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
Call Log Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
File Statistics Door . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
File Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
MNU Swap Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
Potty Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 8.00) _______
Seven of GROUP I . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 52.00) _______
Eight of GROUP I . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 58.00) _______
Nine of GROUP I . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 64.00) _______
Ten of GROUP I . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 70.00) _______
GROUP II
Message Move Utility . . . . . . . . . . ( 15.00) _______
Upgrade Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 15.00) _______
Bird Lake User Purge . . . . . . . . . . ( 15.00) _______
Two of GROUP II . . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 25.00) _______
Three of GROUP II . . . . . . . . . . . . ( 35.00) _______
Shipping and Handling** . . . . . . . . . ( 5.00) _______
I have enclosed a cashier's check or money order for $ _______
** ______ I will download the software from Nordevald BBS.
______ Please mail the software to me, I've enclosed $5.00.
I prefer ___5¼" DD ___5¼" HD ___3½" DD ___3½" HD.
Mail to:
Nordevald Software All software is shipped via
P.O. Box 280138 first-class mail. Most orders
Tampa, FL 33682 are mailed or posted on the
BBS the day they are received.