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*************************************************************************
* PADLOADS.EXE *
* A PCBoard 15 Sysop Utility *
* version: 1.1 date: 09/15/1994 *
* (c) Copyright 1994 by A. Segura *
*************************************************************************
Purpose: To make the small to medium size PCBoard BBS
appear to have much more upload activity.
Thereby prompting increased user activity.
Funtion: The program accomplishes this by scanning the
existing DIR files and randomly selecting DIR
and file descriptions and writing them to the
uploads DIR.
A Sysop editable configuration file allows the
Sysop to define options desired. The program
may be executed in the event file for automated
operation.
Constraints: 1. The program assumes that all DIR files
are of the same naming format: i.e.
DIR001, DIR022, DIR756, etc. For
example: DIR1 will result in a file
not found message.
2. The program assumes all DIRs have at
least one file. If not, that DIR should
be listed in the CFG file exclude list.
3. The main EXE and CFG files must be placed
in the same subdirectory as the DIR files.
Contents: 1. PADLOADS.EXE - the subject EXE file
2. PADLOADS.CFG - the configuration file
3. PADLOADS.DOC - this file
CFG file: The configuration file (PADLOADS.CFG) provides
the Sysop with the means to configure basic
program functions. The file must be located in
the same subdirectory as the main program
(PADLOADS.EXE). A description of each line entry
in the CFG file follows:
CFG file entry Description
------------------ -----------------------------
4 Line 1= 1st DIR # to exclude
56 Line 2= 2nd DIR # to exclude
0 Line 3= 3rd DIR # to exclude
0 Line 4= 4th DIR # to exclude
0 Line 5= 5th DIR # to exclude
C:\PCB\GEN\DIR004 Line 6= Output/Upload DIR
full path/name
1 Line 7= Flag to append or
overwrite upload DIR
(1=append, 0=overwrite)
56 Line 8= total # of DIR files
15 Line 9= total # of files to
select
1 Line 10= Flag to indicate
change date to today's
(1=yes, 0=no)
C:\PCB\GEN\ Line 11= path to DIR files
to read (GEN dir. or Conf.)
BR549 Line 12= CFG file checksum check
Program call: The program can be run stand-alone or called
via the event file or any other acceptable DOS
means. There are no command line switches.
The program must have its CFG file in the
same directory. If you call from your event
or .BAT file, it is recommended you CD (change
directory) to the directory the CFG file is in
to make sure the program finds it.
Registration: Registration fee is $10 US. Mail your check or
Money Order to: A. Segura; 17002 Dorado Circle;
Jacksonville, FL 32226.
Also, if you would like to provide suggestions
for improvement to the program, bug reports, or
just a note of thanks or hello, please forward
those as well. See below for my mailing address
and BBS number. Additionally, I frequently browse
the RIME Sysop and PCBoard conferences, although
contacting me there is not as reliable because
sometimes I get too busy to call.
Updates: The latest version of the program can be obtained
from my BBS: SBG Online! BBS (904) 757-7878. If
you have any comments or suggestions for improve-
ment, you can leave them there also. The file will
be found in directory #1 as a FREE/NOTIME file.
The BBS runs PCBoard 15 at 28800vfc.
Source If you desire a diskette containing the PowerBASIC
Code: source code so you can modify it for your own use,
the cost is $25 US. I accept cash, money order,
VISA or Mastercard. You can place an order by mail:
A. Segura, 17002 Dorado Circle, Jacksonville, FL
32226.
As another option, for $25, you can subscribe to the PPE
conference on my BBS. The conference will always contain
the latest version of the source code for CALLBLOC,
CALLERID, VULGARID and several other PPEs for immediate
downloading. The subscription period lasts one year. We
also have the latest version of the PIER Shareware CDROM
always online. You can even subscribe online with your
VISA/MC via (S)cript Questionaire #2 for immediate access.
You may not reverse engineer this program to obtain source
code--this would be a violation of copyright and license.
Distribution: You may freely distribute this complete package only in an
unmodified form. No remuneration may be collected or charged
for this work by anyone other than the below noticed
individual/company except for that cost incurred in actual
electronic media production (i.e. diskette or CDROM). In
other words, it can be placed on BBSs, shareware CDROMS, etc.
but I/my company reserves the right of copyright and
remuneration for the actual work. The source code may not
be distributed by anyone other than the below listed company.
Disclaimer: The user agrees when utilizing this package that he does so
at his own risk with no guarantees, implied or otherwise, as
to the functional performance or liability of the package.
History:
ver. date remarks
----- -------- -----------------------------------------------------
1.0 05-13-94 Initial development release.
1.1 09-15-94 Updated support BBS number and DOC file, no actual
code performance changes.
***************************************************************************
* (c) Copyright 1994 by A. Segura *
***************************************************************************
Other PPEs/Programs:
********************************************************************
* Look for these other fine utilities at a BBS near you *
********************************************************************
ALLCALL.PPE generates a text display bulletin, complete with PCB
color codes, of all the callers to the board.
ALLSTAT.PPE generates a text display bulletin, complete with PCB
color codes, of statistics of all the callers to the board.
ANSR.PPE performs a user question or disclaimer prompt--performing
user upgrade/downgrade based upon response--Sysop
configurable for actions taken.
AUTOSUBS.PPE run as a script questionnaire, allows online credit
card subscriptions to BBS (VISA/MC), completes log
entries and sends alert message to SysOp. (for
PCBoard 15)
BOTHALL.PPE performs both ALLCALL and ALLSTAT functions at same time,
plus has improved formatting/color control.
BULLCHK.PPE performs automated tracking of bulletins read by the
user and performs a user upgrade when all sysop selected
bulletins have been read.
CALLBLOC.PPE performs a call blocking function before the
user can log on based upon a SysOp defined listing
of undesirable phone numbers--must have callerid
capable modem. Even sends the SysOp an alert message.
(for PCBoard 15)
CALLCHK.PPE performs basic callerid identification, logs info
in file log and user records if desired, and will
also display desired text screens to users--must
have callerid capable modem. Several SysOp config-
uable options. (for PCBoard 15)
DUP-BLOC.PPE Blocks current users from signing-on with duplicate
records--uses CallerID info. Should be used with
CALLBLOC.PPE for complete blocking system.
DUSTATS.EXE Top downloads statistics bulletin generator.
MAKEBLTN.EXE Top callers, cities, down/uploaders bulletin generator
PADLOADS.EXE Automated uploads directory padder--makes your BBS look
more active with more daily uploads.
REPORT.EXE Program generates reports of CallerID info, user record
phone numbers, common passwords and several other goodies
to aid Sysop in identifying abusive or questionable users.
SBGRELAY.EXE Bulletin/display file generator for RIME, PCRelay(tm) last
mail transfer.
VULGAR.PPE performs a vulgar word/phrase check on user names and
city entries based on a file of names defined by
SysOp, and performed before complete newuser login.
(for PCBoard 15)
VULGARID.PPE same program as VULGAR.PPE except it automatically
passes the callerid info to CALLBLOC.PPE program
for future lock-outs. (must have both programs and a
modem that supports callerid) (for PCBoard 15)
NOTE: VULGARID ver. 1.x only works with CALLBLOC
ver. 1.x. VULGARID ver. 2.x only works
with CALLBLOC ver. 2.x.
***************************************************************************
* (c) Copyright 1994 by A. Segura *
***************************************************************************