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                         |       AutoLock       |
                         | PassKey and ChangePW |
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                         ( Demonstration  Copy )
     
     
               A simple way to 'lock' the keyboard, clear the
               screen, and restrict data access with
               - Automatic lock-up when left idle
               - Quick 'hot-key' activation
               - Boot-up protection
               - Variable features
               without
               - Terminating a network connection
               - Exiting the current application
     
               Password prompt can 'pop-up' from within applications.
     
     
     
     
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                      Copyright (c) 1993  Odd Creations
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                             ----------------
                             | INTRODUCTION |
                             ----------------
     
     The following files are distributed with AutoLock.
     
       AUTOLOCK.COM a data security and screen saver utility developed
                    for the IBM PC family of computers.  It remains in
                    the background of network or other applications,
                    activated by the user at any time.  An optional
                    timer will 'lock' the PC if the keyboard (and
                    mouse if enabled) have been idle beyond the
                    designated time.
        PASSKEY.EXE immediately prompts for the password, halting
                    further processing until entered.  This may be
                    run within another application, or at start-up 
                    to restrict access.
       CHANGEPW.EXE changes the password and operating features. 
                    Passwords will expire every 30 days, with repeats
                    disallowed.  They cannot be changed until entered
                    correctly and are stored with a varying encryption
                    key.
         MANUAL.TXT this manual in ASCII text format, displayed by
                    typing "TYPE MANUAL.TXT | MORE" printed by typing
                    "PRINT MANUAL.TXT".
        INSTALL.EXE installs files and optionally modifies
                    AUTOEXEC.BAT to run PassKey at boot-up for
                    password prompt, and load AutoLock into memory.
          ORDER.FRM printable order form (type "PRINT ORDER.FRM").
     
     
                             ----------------
                             | INSTALLATION |
                             ----------------
     
     To install the files, place the distribution diskette into drive A
     (or B) and type "A(or B):INSTALL" [enter].  Follow the on-screen
     prompts.  Upon completion, ChangePW will be run to set the password
     etc.
                              - - - OR - - -
     
     You may manually install AutoLock.
     1)  Make a directory on the destination drive.       MD \AUTOLOCK
     2)  Copy the files from the distribution diskette to
         the destination drive and directory.   COPY A:*.* C:\AUTOLOCK 
         INSTALL.EXE may be deleted.       DEL C:\AUTOLOCK\INSTALL.EXE
     3)  Edit your AUTOEXEC.BAT file to add the new directory
         to the PATH statement.  If you wish to load AutoLock
         and/or PassKey at start-up, add their command      C:AUTOLOCK
         lines.                                              C:PASSKEY
     4)  Change to the new directory.                   CD C:\AUTOLOCK
     5)  Run ChangePW to set the password and features.       CHANGEPW
     6)  Run AUTOEXEC.BAT                              C:\AUTOEXEC.BAT
     
                               ------------
                               | AutoLock |
                               ------------
     Load AutoLock into memory by either typing "AUTOLOCK" at the DOS
     prompt, or include the line "AUTOLOCK.COM" in your AUTOEXEC.BAT
     file.  This may have been done during INSTALL. Some network
     programs alter system interrupts, excluding any previously loaded
     memory-resident programs.  AutoLock should be loaded after them.
     As with all memory-resident programs, do not load (or unload)
     during an application's temporary "exit or shell to DOS" process.
     
     Activate  AutoLock by holding down the [ALT] key while pressing the
     [space bar].  If you have changed this hot-key with ChangePW, use
     your new combination.
     
     A window will appear, prompting you to confirm lock-up.  A
     key-press of  [y], [Y] or [enter] will blank the screen and prompt
     for the password.  Any other key will resume the previous activity.
     
     The PC will also lock If the idle timer has been enabled (using
     ChangePW) and the inactive time has been exceeded.  The prompt will
     remain until the password has been entered correctly.  The screen
     and the previous activity will then be restored.  As you type your
     password, small boxes will fill in the blanks keeping each 
     key-press secret.  All alpha-numeric keys are accepted, and
     backspace can be used. 
     An incorrect password will be blanked and entry will be restarted.
     
     "Expiring" will be displayed on the lower line of the box if the
     password will expire within the next 5 days.
     
     Modify the password and other features using ChangePW.  If a mouse
     is used for long periods of time, enable the "Mouse watch" feature.
     
     Note that many applications alter the mouse routines, making them
     unavailable to AutoLock.  AutoLock must not be loaded before
     changing this feature.
     
     You may unload AutoLock by retyping its name.  Memory resident
     programs must be unloaded in the reverse order to which they were
     loaded.  It cannot unloaded if an application has left interrupts
     altered when it exits.
        
                                -----------
                                | PassKey |
                                -----------
     PassKey immediately opens the password prompt window.  Processing
     continues when the password has been entered correctly.
     Call PassKey from within an application or batch file to restrict
     access to sensitive data or procedures.  You may include a command
     line argument of 'n' to suppress the banner display 
     (e.g. PASSKEY.EXE N) leaving the screen undisturbed upon
     completion.  Add the line "PASSKEY.EXE" to the AUTOEXEC.BAT file,
     as an added measure of general data security during start-up.  This
     may have been done with INSTALL.
     The same encrypted password is used here as in AutoLock.
     
                               
                               
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                               | ChangePW |
                               ------------
     Type "CHANGEPW" at the DOS prompt if the password expires or you
     wish to change a feature.  A menu is shown, with each feature's
     current setting displayed beside it.  Use the arrow keys to
     high-light an item, and press [enter] to change it.  A help window
     appears giving further details.   Some items accept your input in
     a lower box.  Pressing [ESC] will leave an item as it was.  The
     "Save" option allows you to save the new settings, quit without
     saving, or press another key to return to the menu.
     
     
     Shown here is the menu and prompt for changing the hot-key.
     
+---------------------------------------------------------------+
|                        CHANGE PASS-WORD                       |
|                                                               |
| +---------------------------------------+                     |
| | Press [^] [v] and [ENTER] to change   |                     |
| | ------------------------------------- |                     |
| | Automatic lock-up if left idle        |    Enabled          |
| | Idle time before auto lock-up occurs  |    12 minutes       |
| | Watch for mouse activity              |    No               |
| | Password                              |    changed          |
| | Hot-key for manual lock-up            |--> [Alt SPACE]      |
| | Save and/or Exit                      |                     |
| +---------------------------------------+                     |
|                +--------------------------------------------+ |
|                | Hold down one or more of...                | |
|                | [Ctrl]  [Alt]  [Left-Shift]  [Right-Shift] | |
|                |                                            | |
|                | Then press and release another key.        | |
|                +--------------------------------------------+ |
|                                                               |
|                          +-----------------------------------+|
|                          |                                   ||
|                          +-----------------------------------+|
+---------------------------------------------------------------+
Hold down any of the 4 keys shown while you press and release
another key.


     The automatic lock-up timer can be varied from 2 to 60 minutes,
     or disabled.  Use the mouse-watch with caution, as some
     applications modify (without restoring) the mouse interrupt.
     
     ChangePW directly modifies both AutoLock and PassKey with the new
     entries, no need for command line arguments or configuration files.
     
     
                           
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                           | TROUBLE SHOOTING |
                           --------------------
     
     The PC must be in text mode, (modes 2, 3 or 7) for AutoLock to
     load or activate, as text is used for interaction with the user.
     
     Mouse movements are "watched" via its interrupt if "Watch for
     mouse activity" is enabled.  Some applications alter this interrupt
     without restoring it upon exit.  In those cases, unpredictable
     mouse behaviour may result, and this feature should be disabled.
     
     Some memory-resident programs change interrupt vectors and
     execute only their own alternate interrupt handlers.  AutoLock will
     execute any previously loaded routine(s), then itself.  For this
     reason, AutoLock should be loaded after network or other memory-
     resident programs.
     
     Unloading of memory-resident programs must be done in the reverse
     order to which they were loaded.  If AutoLock is the last to be
     loaded, a message will indicate  success of its removal and memory
     release.
     
                       
                       
                       


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                          -----------------------
                          | SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS |
                          -----------------------
     
     Any IBM PC or compatible with DOS 2.0 or above.  A system clock
     (included in the AT or above) is needed for password expiry.  4k.
     of memory is consumed by AutoLock.  Monitors include MDA, HERCULES,
     CGA, EGA and VGA.

     
     

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                           | LICENSE AGREEMENT |
                           ---------------------
     
     Odd Creations grants you a nonexclusive license to use this
     DEMONSTRATION COPY of AutoLock,  ChangePW  and  PassKey for
     trial and evaluation purposes. Beyond 3 months use, you must
     either register with Odd Creations ( and receive the latest
     version with printed manual ) or discontinue use.
     The enclosed ORDER.FRM should be sent with full payment.
     Vendors and distributors are welcome to copy the DEMONSTRATION
     VERSION files, charging no more than a small distribution fee.
     
     You may NOT alter these programs or documentation.

     
                           --------------------
                           | LIMITED WARRANTY |
                           --------------------
     
     Odd Creations warrants the diskette to be free from defects and
     faulty workmanship under normal use for 60 days after the date of
     purchase. Return a faulty diskette to Odd Creations for 
     replacement. 
     Odd Creations is not liable for any direct, incidental, or
     consequential loss or damages arising from use of the program or
     errors in publication.  Odd Creations disclaims any implied
     warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular
     purpose. 
     
     IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Inc.
     



     
                       
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