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1.	The purpose of the program.
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When asked,  users say they use FileManager 95% of the time to copy files from one directory to another.  More than just comparing directories,  DCW copies, deletes and synchronizes directories and files.  Everyone has a need for a directory compare utility.  End-users,  Programmers, Network administrators,  Software systems trainers and Software presenters, even helpful friends need to do this normally tedious task.  DCW particularly benefits  those who perform repetitious tasks with directories and files..  Anyone who has to set up directories on machines or merely when trying to apply file updates, no longer has to painfully inspect that they accurately copied necessary files and directories, only to discover at the worst moment that something is missing.  Because DCW gives you flexibility for selecting files as well as immediate visual feedback for validation,  DCW replaces the dread allowing for an easy and  more productive environment to create working systems.  Some of the situations that DCW will benefit you are:

¨	When synchronizing or creating duplicate directories
¨	When applying new program updates and patches
¨	When updating desktop computer and laptop computer files 

¨	When updating peer information in a network or workgroup

¨	When a Network administrator, Software systems trainer and presenter, and project managers need to duplicate software directories on a regular basis.

¨	When creating and comparing test/development directories.

¨	When installing new software and you want to keep or compare previously defined or modified files from the older application. 

¨	When you suspect corrupted files from user error or a virus and you want to compare file sizes, times and dates.

¨	When trying to find why one person's software configuration works and another person's software doesn't seem to work    (even though they swear ''I didn't change a thing'')


Whatever your purpose,  you will find DCW quick to learn, easy to use and VERY FAST.

General Features

DCW enables you to create new directories in addition to comparing two existing directories quickly, accurately and with visual simplicity. DCW incorporates the best features from many utilities into one program through the following features:


¨	Windows™ 95, NT 4.0/3.51 Compatible
¨	Synchronized, matching directory/files display
¨	Split column screen presentation
¨	Display, Print or Print Preview all files.
¨	Filter the Lists:

¨	Only Matching files in each directory 
¨	Only Matching files in each directory 
¨	Both Matching & Unmatching (all) 

¨	Also, Limit display lists by:

¨	Filter by file type (wildcards accepted) 
¨	Multiple filters by file type (wildcards accepted)
¨	Show or Hiding columns
¨	Multiple Include & Exclude by File type (wildcards accepted) filters . 

¨	Create new directories and copy files on-the-fly 
¨	Automatically Synchronize and Auto Copy two directories

¨	AutoSync - Automatically highlights the newest & missing files in both directories
¨	AutoCopy Automatically Copies (if option chosen) after AutoSync 
¨	MRU - Most Recently Used dialog box maintains every pair of directories that you've compared so that you may easily recall & recompare commonly compared directories. 
¨	Command Line Parameters - R educe unnecessary repetitive entry of directory information 

¨	File manipulation utilities: 

¨	View/Run 
¨	Copy 
¨	Delete
¨	Automatic Synchronization (with or without Automatic Copying) 
¨	Statistical information, 
¨	Use file utilities on all files with any attributes and maintain all file attributes, dates and time stamps 
¨	Unique file list selection and copy/delete features. Advanced automated and manual procedures for selecting files for copy/delete procedures

¨	Quick, letter-by-letter file list search engine. File names "appear as you type". 
¨	Full Toolbar Support
¨	Context Sensitive (right-click) menu support . 
¨	Multiple level "undo" feature for reverting selections (menu counter informs current number of undo levels in buffer)
¨	Place most-used tools where you need them . 
¨	Dockable Toolbar

¨	Dockable StatusBar
¨	Show or Hide Toolbar & Status bar
¨	Show or Hide File information columns 
¨	User definable colors & fonts.

¨	User definable date & time formats (European, Military, US) . 
¨	Full support for Print Preview and Printing.
¨	Well documented context-sensitive help
¨	Keyboard and full mouse support(CUI compliant).
¨	Natural, flexible commands. Optimized Code for Fast Response
¨	Separate configuration file(won't affect win.ini).
¨	Uninstall program included with setup.

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2.	If installation is required, how to install the program.
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Just run Setup.exe

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3.	The status of the program 
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Shareware. Tech help and updates available at http://www.omg-inc.com

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4.	The distribution status of the program.  
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freely distributable 

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5.	How to contact the author in the event of questions or problems.
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http://www.omg-inc.com
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TechSupport@omg-inc.com
