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- NeoDesk 4 Demo Version 8/16/94
- ----------------------
-
- This is the freeware demonstration version of NeoDesk 4. Follow these
- instructions to try out the program. This version is freeware and may be
- distributed free of charge, provided that this and all other files are
- included, and are not modified in any way. This program may not be
- distributed on magazine "cover disks" without the permission of Gribnif
- Software. NeoDesk is a registered trademark of Gribnif Software. Program
- copyright 1994, Gribnif Software. All rights reserved.
-
-
- Overview
- --------
-
- NeoDesk 4 is a complete replacement for the built-in desktop that comes
- with the Atari. It is the easiest and most affordable way to realize
- your Atari's true potential.
-
- NeoDesk 4 adds many new features and enhancements over the original
- desktop, while keeping full compatibility with your current and future
- software.
-
- Not only will your computer be more powerful, it will also be much
- easier to use. It doesn't get any simpler. NeoDesk 4 is the ultimate
- upgrade for your Atari computer.
-
-
- Installation
- ------------
-
- While NeoDesk 4 can easily be installed so that it comes up whenever
- you turn on the computer, this demonstration version is not designed to
- work that way.
-
- To try out this demo version, you first need to run JAR10.PRG. If you
- already own one of our other products which uses this program (like
- Geneva or NeoDesk 3) then you probably have already run it. In any event,
- it won't hurt to run it a second time.
-
- Note that if you have already run another version of NEOLOAD.PRG
- (because you own NeoDesk 3), you must first disable this other version
- and reboot your computer. You can also hold down the Alternate key during
- the boot process to prevent the old NEOLOAD.PRG from running.
-
- Now, double-click on the NEOLOAD.PRG demo file. Be sure to leave the
- rest of the files in the same directory, since NeoDesk needs them. The
- NeoDesk 4 demo will load and install itself in memory.
-
- Important Note: You cannot quit this demo version. Doing so will cause a
- system reset. Be sure to only run this demo after you
- are sure that you can safely reset the computer.
-
-
- Things to Check Out:
- --------------------
-
- NeoDesk has hundreds of features and enhancements available, but these
- are some of the more popular features you should to try out:
-
- o Each directory window has its own menu bar, making it much easier to
- find frequently used options.
-
- o Each window has its own "parent directory", Show Info, and trashcan
- icons. Just select a few icons and drag them. Notice the icons in the
- lower left of the window.
-
- o Split-Windows - Easily split a window so that it will display two
- different parts of the same directory. Very useful when copying or
- manipulating files. To do this, drag the "Split Window Bar" under the
- window information line to any window position.
-
- o "Select All" Ability - A new window button (left of the bottom
- horizontal bar) lets you select all the files in a single directory,
- even if they don't fit in the window. You can even keep files selected
- while you scroll the window to a new location by holding down the
- [Shift] key.
-
- o Items can be selected from the keyboard, including a search mode.
-
- o Multicolored icons - each icon can have up to 16 colors, and can even
- appear completely different when selected.
-
- o Custom Icons - Assign different icons to any file or folder. This
- makes it much easier to locate and manage them. Many icons are
- included, with more available.
-
- o Icon Editor - This multiple window Icon Editor lets you edit and modify
- custom icons for any file or folder. Includes a complete set of
- drawing tools. Select "Edit Icons..." to call it. Double-click on the
- "NeoDesk Icons" icon on the desktop and then double-click on any icon
- in that window to edit it. The editor can read many popular icon
- formats, including ones from other platforms!
-
- o Any Degas, Neochrome, Tiny, IMG, or BMP picture can be viewed (by
- double-clicking on it) or can be used as the desktop background. Check
- out the "Desktop..." dialog in the "Settings" menu.
-
- o File Groups - Now you can arrange commonly used programs and data files
- together in the same window, even when they are physically contained in
- drastically different locations! Use the "New Group..." option and then
- drag icons from other windows to the group window. You can even change
- their names with "Edit Item..."
-
- o File Clipboard - Store files and folders temporarily in memory while
- changing floppy disks, paths, or reorganizing your hard disk. You can
- think of it sort of an automatically expanding and shrinking ramdisk.
- The File Clipboard grows and shrinks according to the files you place
- within it.
-
- o Desktop Notes - Write important notes, numbers, and more right on the
- desktop itself. Simply double-click on the desktop itself and a cursor
- will appear. [Esc] clears the line.
-
- o Desktop Icons - Place commonly used programs, files, and folders
- directly on the desktop. You can then select the icon and use "Install
- Desktop Icon..." to rename the icon and assign a unique key to it.
- Selecting that key will select and open the icon.
-
- o Smart File Copying - No more useless disk swaps. In a very efficient
- and fast manner, as many files and folders that will fit into all the
- available memory are read in at once.
-
- o Smart Disk Copying - NeoDesk can automatically detect the type of
- format of the original disk and format the destination disk to match
- it. You can even copy identical hard disk partitions.
-
- o Disk copy, file operations, and floppy disk formatting can all occur
- "in the background", allowing you to use your computer for other tasks
- at the same time. Set the operation speed in the "File..." Settings
- dialog. A slower speed gives other programs more time to run.
-
- o Macros - Automate any series of desktop operations like opening
- windows, copying/deleting files, executing programs, etc. Then assign
- them to any key on the keyboard. Select the menu entry once to start
- recording and a second time to end recording. Does not record inside
- of running programs or in dialog boxes.
-
- o Active Icons - Drag any group of files to any program icon and that
- program will be automatically executed with all the selected files as
- parameters.
-
- o Search Files - Easily search your system for one or more files, based
- on their name, size, date, or attributes. A file group can even be
- created containing the results. This is just one example of the
- powerful Filtering options which are also available for file
- operations.
-
- o Reorder Mode - You can easily reorder any directory on your system.
- Select it once to enter the reorder mode, a second time to exit it.
-
-
- Disabled Features
- -----------------
-
- The following major features are disabled in this demo version:
-
- o You cannot complete a file copy or move operation. The operation will
- seem to take place (so you can get an idea of the time and speed it
- takes) but it will never be completed.
-
- o You cannot "Save Configuration..." or "Load Configuration".
-
- o You cannot format a disk (though you can look at the format box).
-
- o You cannot "Print Directory..."
-
- o You cannot save edited icons, .NIC files, or desktop patterns. The
- clipboard functions in the icon editor are also not available.
-
- o You cannot actually reorder a directory, though you can see how it
- works.
-
- o There is no online help.
-
-
- Comments
- --------
-
- NeoDesk 4 has many other features which are only hinted at in this
- demo version. Features like a new enhanced Control Panel with its own
- screen saver and corner clock, Printer Queue, hypertext online help, and
- much more.
-
- NeoDesk 4 comes with a 150 page illustrated manual, a recoverable
- trashcan for NeoDesk, and a neat box to hold it all.
-
-
- NeoDesk Icon Disk
- -----------------
-
- We are also offering a new icon disk to go with NeoDesk 4. It includes
- over 500 icons in monochrome and color, many with separate selected
- images. The icons are organized by subject for easy browsing.
-
- Also, as an added bonus, we've included some pictures to be used as
- desktop backgrounds. Don't be confused, this is not the same icon disk
- we used to sell with Neodesk 3!
-
-
- Ordering Information
- --------------------
-
- You can order your own personal copy of NeoDesk 4 for $69.95 plus
- shipping and handling by calling our toll free order line:
- 1-800-284-4742 (orders only, please).
-
- If you have any questions or comments about our products, you can reach
- us at: Voice: (413) 247-5620 Fax: (413) 247-5622
-
- Customers in the UK can contact our distributor there, Compo Software,
- at: 04873 582.
-
- If you own NeoDesk 3, you can also upgrade to NeoDesk 4 for just $25!
- Here's what you need to do. Just send us BOTH original NeoDesk 3 disks,
- along with the order form below:
-
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- ------ Shipping & Handling ------
- ------- Product ------ Price USA Western Hem. Europe Other Total
-
- NeoDesk 4 69.95 4.15 6.00 14.10 19.45 _______
-
- NeoDesk 4 & Geneva 129.95 4.75 7.60 19.10 26.60 _______
-
- NeoDesk 3 -> 4 Upgrade 25.00 3.00 3.15 6.30 8.45 _______
-
- NeoDesk 4 Icon Disk 10.00 .60 .60 1.40 1.70 _______
-
- Massachusetts residents: add 5% of product cost, before shipping: _______
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- "Western Hemisphere" includes Canada, Mexico, South, and Central Americas.
- If upgrading, don't forget to send back your NeoDesk 3 disks!
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- for errors. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
-
-
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- Gribnif Software
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