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Lucky LOTTO Numbers
Right now you are probably saying, "Just what I need, another
random number generator/lottery database! Just like I need
another word processor, checkbook program and a hole in the
head." Well hold on just a minute, this generator/database is a
little bit different since it adds new wrinkles, it's free, it's
guaranteed* (see FINE PRINT below), and it's prettier than the
others. So trash all your others and enjoy Lucky LOTTO Numbers!
Lucky LOTTO Numbers was written specifically for the Texas Lotto
but it will work just fine for most other lotteries too. Limits
are for lotteries who's formats are in the ranges of 1 to 9
winning numbers out of a possibility of 15 to 60 numbers.
LEGAL STUFF
The author assumes no responsibility for damage to your
computer, printer, or wallet caused either directly or indirectly
by the use of this program.
This program was written and compiled using GFA BASIC Version
3.5E. Mark Matts' GUI-4-GFA Construction Kit was used to create
the source code for the interface screens. Thanks Mark!
You can do most anything you want with the program except
alter it or this text file in any way. This file, the program,
and related files must not be separated when uploaded or given
away. I would appreciate it if someone would upload the
compressed file to CompuServe, Delphi, and other BBSs?
Lucky LOTTO Numbers Version 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, 2.0, 3.0, 3.1 and 3.2
were copyrighted in 1993 by the authors, Terry Warren and Barney
Poston. Version 4.0, is copyrighted by Barney Poston. Much
thanks to Terry Warren for being picky, having good ideas, and
for the beta testing. You're a good kid.
The contents of the ZIP file should be LCKYLT_C.PRG, LOT_BASE
(folder), LOT_BASE.DAT and LOT_BASE.NUM (in the folder), and this
ASCII file LCKYLT_C.ASC. There may also be a READ_ME.ASC file
with information about last minute changes.
This program is free.....and it is damn well worth it. Please
send GEnie E-Mail with your suggestions and comments, no matter
how tacky they are, to B.POSTON. If you don't have a GEnie
account, get one! Use your winnings from this program of course
:-). You may use snailmail to the following:
Barney Poston
4648 Highgrove Drive
Fort Worth, Texas 76132
INSTALLATION
LCKYLT_C.PRG and the LOT_BASE folder must be located in the same
root directory or folder so that the default database
(LOT_BASE.DAT) can be read on bootup.
RUNNING IT
Lucky LOTTO Numbers version 4.0 is a color version that will also
run in monochrome. Although it will run in high resolution it
isn't very attractive, in fact it is down right ugly. For those
who want to run the program in high resolution, it is recommended
that version 3.2 of the program be downloaded. V3.2 is GEnie
file number 29546.
This program has been successfully tested on 1040 ST and MEGA ST4
computers in conjunction with 9 pin dot matrix, DeskJet 500 and
LaserJet 4 printers. It should run just fine on an STe or TT and
with most other printers. Please report any problems to the
author. I have an unconfirmed report that it wont print from a
Falcon. Anybody know why this might be true?
Double clicking on the file "LCKYLT_C.PRG" will load the
LOT_BASE.DAT file from the LOT_BASE folder and bring up the
program INFO screen. Clicking on the "CONTINUE" button opens the
Main Menu screen.
The Main Menu screen has 12 radio buttons; DESIGNATE,
VIEW, BATCH PRINT, RESERVED, SAVE NUMBERS, FREQUENCY,
DATABASE, STATISTICS, FORMAT, INFORMATION, and QUIT.
Starting at the upper left button and working to the lower right,
the button's functions are as follows:
DESIGNATE
A left click on this button takes the user to a screen where
lucky or unlucky numbers may be 'included' or 'excluded' from
each set of LOTTO numbers drawn or printed. Note: By opening
this screen the user erases any numbers that were previously
'included' or 'excluded'. This is the only way, other than
exiting the program, that these numbers can be cleared.
Include: To 'include' your lucky numbers click on the INCLUDE
button then on the numbers of your choice. Should you make a
mistake or change your mind, clicking on a previously 'included'
number will remove it from the included list. Numbers that have
been 'included' are covered and have the abbreviation "IN" on
them.
Exclude: This works the same as 'Include' described above.
Numbers that have been 'excluded' are covered and have the
abbreviation "EX" on them.
Main Menu: Self explanatory. A left click takes the user back to
the home screen.
Note: This screen's display is determined by the currently
selected lottery format. It displays from 15 to 60 numbers as
applicable.
VIEW
A left click on the VIEW button takes the user to a screen where
the random numbers can be viewed as they are selected and then
printed if desired. This screen has four buttons of its own as
follows:
Show Numbers: Clicking on the show numbers button will cause a
set of random numbers to be displayed in the center of the
screen. Despite appearances, the numbers really are drawn
randomly. The numbers are randomly drawn by the program and then
sorted in numerical sequence prior to displaying. Numbers which
you previously designated to 'include' will be in the 'set'
displayed. Conversely, those numbers designated to be 'excluded'
are not chosen or displayed.
This screen also displays, at the top center of the screen, the
number of LOTTO sets that have been viewed during the current
session on this screen. On the top right and left the
included/excluded numbers are displayed for reference. A maximum
of 25 sets can be viewed in any one session on this screen.
After reaching 25 or after batch printing, the number of sets is
reset to zero. By left clicking, hitting the return key or space
bar a brand new set of random numbers with the 'Includes' and
'Excludes' as applicable will be drawn and displayed.
Print This Set: Clicking on this button will print the 'set' of
numbers currently displayed. When using this feature, your
printer will not formfeed. You will need to formfeed manually.
Print All Sets: A left click on this button prints the last
several sets as indicated by the displayed set number. After
printing 'All Sets' the set number counter is reset to zero.
This will do a form feed.
Main Menu: This is self explanatory, a left click on this button
takes you back to the Main Menu.
Please note; this screen will display and print in accordance
with the lottery format loaded on bootup or as altered after
bootup in the LOTTERY FORMAT dialogue box.
BATCH PRINT
A left click on this button brings up a selector box where the
user can specify the number of sets of random numbers to be
printed. The default quantity is 12. The quantity can be
adjusted from 1 to 25 by using the slider bar. Numbers which
you previously designated to 'include' are displayed and will be
in the 'sets' printed. Conversely, those numbers designated to
be 'excluded' are displayed and are never in the sets printed.
Print: Starts the printing process.
Main Menu: Takes you back where you started.
SAVE NUMBERS
Clicking on this button opens a screen where the latest winning
numbers may be input and saved to the database.
At the top of the screen the current date, as determined from
your system, is shown. You may adjust the date by clicking on
the appropriate buttons or see CONTROL PANEL below.
When winning numbers are saved to the database, the total number
of lotteries and each number's frequency is saved to the file
LOT_BASE.DAT. The date and numbers drawn on that date are saved
to the file LOT_BASE.NUM. Sorry, but the database cannot be
edited from within the program. It can be edited from any text
editor that accepts ASCII files, just be certain that the last
number is followed with a carriage return and that the format of
the database is not altered in any way.
In the center