* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * P C R E L A Y 4.1 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * PRODUCT DESCRIPTION PCRelay is full-featured mail and file transfer software for IBM PC's and compatibles. Although designed to run in a Bulletin Board environment, it can be used to form file transfer networks or mail networks based on mail systems other than BBS's. FEATURES: * Compatible with PCBoard 10-14, RBBS, GAP, EIS, QBBS, WILDCAT and many other software packages - Multiple BBS types can participate in the same network - PCRelay will convert message bases on the fly as they go through the network. * Networks can be of (basically) any size. (Computer simulations show that the software will not have problems until you have a network of more than three trillion nodes. Of course, you have to have a large enough harddisk and a fast enough computer to handle it.) * Files can be sent from node to node - intelligent routing prevents nodes and hubs from downloading files that are for other people. * Special "distribution list" feature facilitates distribution of files to groups of nodes. * Files can be requested with complete security and protection. * Special "delayed request" feature - you can request a file before it becomes available - when it becomes available, it is sent to you. * Received files are renamed if they duplicate existing files to prevent overwriting previously received files. * Files can be requested or sent from the command line - this facilitates sending of files through the network from .BAT files or by shelling from other programs - several third party programs are already available which are designed to work with PCRelay's powerful file transfer capabilities. * Supports BOTH PKZIP and PKPAK - each node can use whichever they want - the HUB will determine which compression utility to use based on the structure of the file uploaded. * Support is provided free of charge - no yearly fees, etc. * Nodes can generate graphical reports of participation on all of the nodes in the network on a conference by conference basis. * "Network ID" can be placed in tag line, thus standardizing the part of the tag line that shows what network the message is on. (helpful for "bridges" between networks, protecting messages from being used by other networks, etc) * Special conference name list file can facilitate standard names for conferences across network. * Supports up to 511 conferences per network. * Unlimited "nesting" or "levels" of regional hubs. * Completely compatible with all major multitasking environments. * No need to carry unwanted conferences on your board. Hubs do NOT have to carry all of the conferences that their nodes want on their board. * Regional hubs can be set up to AUTOMATICALLY to determine which conferences they need to get and sent to/from the next level above. (Includes full support for "regional" conferences that are not "national" or transferred with the hub above them.) * HUB can configure the maximum amount of mail stored on a conference by conference basis, readily changeable. * HUB can alter mail pointers to reduce or increase mail available on a conference by conference basis and/or node by node basis. * Two separate Report functions available to every hub. Both are fully "CTTY" compatible for remote or "Door" access. * All hub management functions can be run as a "ctty door" for remote access. * HUB can run in less than 270K, depending on number of nodes or regional hubs connected. NODE can run in less than 200K of memory for multitasking systems. * HUB Duplicate Message Checking of last 1000 messages per conference - catches all duplicate messages as they travel through the network. * HUB manager can manage file sends and requests as they travel through the hub. * HUB allows auto registration of both nodes and conferences - can be set up as a completely unattended network and can be managed via remote. Note that both of these functions can be turned off if desired. * Times and dates on messages are adjusted for different time zones as they travel through the network. * Reference numbers throughout entire network. * Complete private message handling with enhanced security. - Sophisticated "mailbox" scheme so that private messages only show up on boards where the addressee wants them to. - Destination of private mail is determined at the HUB level via private mail file automatically. You don't download private mail that is not for one of your users. - Nodes may allow private mail on a conference by conference basis. - Sophisticated Public-Key encryption for private messages. (optional) - Routed messages - both public and private messages can be routed to one board only. Routed messages will *NOT* show up on any boards between them. * No author intervention required for tag line changes. * Log file automatically created by both NODE and HUB detailing number of messages exported/imported in each conference, files received, size of uploaded and downloaded packets, etc. * NODE can change conferences carried AUTOMATICALLY without ANY HUB intervention. (Completely secure - HUB defines which conferences can be "automatically registered" - can have "private conferences" which only certain nodes or hubs can access.) * Completely menu driven system. * Extensive (>100 pages) documentation. * 24 Hour support through The Running Board at (301) 229-5623. Voice support through (301) 229-7244 (Bonnie Anthony), and (703) 643-5513 (Kip Compton). * Completely SHARE compatible, one node may be up and another node may be transferring mail. No mail will be lost. * Will work with virtually ANY BBS SOFTWARE using UTI's or "Universal Text Interfaces." * Can use a RAM disk as its work directory for lightening-fast operation * can run in very low memory by not shelling out to compression utility, but letting the batch file call the compression utility. * Significant speed up in IMPORT, EXPORT, and ANALYZE node programs. * RESFILER TSR allows you to send and request files from inside your reader or BBS software for extra convenience. * CONFIG utility completely revamped for easier and more efficent operation. * Return-receipt routed mail supported -- you can request a receipt to be sent back to you when your message arrives at the destination system! * Complete and advanced message monitoring system via "watches." * Can optionally eliminate PCBoard 14.x @ variables as they travel into or out of your system. * Facilites for automatically sending messages to every sysop on the network -- even if they are not running PCBoard, it will be addressed to the proper user name for the sysop. License Agreement PCRelay ("The Software") is COPYRIGHT 1988-1990 by Kip Compton, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The original purchaser ("YOU") is granted a LICENSE to use PCRelay only, subject to the following restrictions and limitations. 1) This license is granted to the original purchaser only. It is not transferrable under any conditions. 2) This software may only be used on a single computer system. You may not use this software on more than one computer system. 3) You may make backup copies of PCRelay for your own protection, subject to the limitations of this license. 4) You may not engage in, nor permit third parties to engage in, any of the following : A) Providing or permitting use of or disclosing software to third parties. (The exception being that users of your system may use the software as long as it is running on your system.) B) Making alterations or copies of any kind in the software. (except as specifically permitted.) C) ATTEMPTING TO DISASSEMBLE, DECOMPILE, OR REVERSE ENGINEER THE SOFTWARE IN ANY WAY. D) Granting sub-licenses, lease or other rights in the software to others. The author reserves the right to terminate this license if there is a violation of its term or default by the original purchaser. Upon termination for any reason, all copies of the software mush be destroyed, and the original purchaser will be liable for any and all damages suffered as a result of the violation or default. The author of this software is not liable for damages suffered as a result of the improper use, proper use, or inability to use this software. This type of disclaimer is prohibited by law in some states, and is therefore void in those states. Please complete for software application: PCRELAY APPLICATION FORM DO YOU WISH TO BUY: [ ] HUB SOFTWARE ($60) [ ] NODE SOFTWARE ($30) SYSOP'S NAME:_________________________________________________________ MAILING ADDRESS:______________________________________________________ CITY:____________________________ STATE:___________ ZIP:____________ VOICE TELEPHONE:______________________________________________________ IS THIS PHONE: [ ] HOME [ ] BUSINESS (whereever possible please provide a home phone number) IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO CONTACT YOU VIA A VOICE CALL?________________________________ BBS NAME:_____________________________________________________________ BBS TELEPHONE:________________________________________________________ NUMBER OF NODES:___________ MAXIMUM BAUD RATE:_______________________ BBS SPECIALITY (IF ANY):______________________________________________ BBS SOFTWARE:_________________________________________________________ NODE ID DESIRED_______________________________________________________ HUB ID DESIRED (must start with HUB)__________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER IF ISSUED_______________________________________________ WHERE DID YOU HEAR ABOUT PCRELAY?__________________________________________ ARE YOU A CURRENT MEMBER OF A NETWORK? [ ] YES [ ] NO DO YOU NEED ANY INFORMATION ABOUT NETWORKS? [ ] YES [ ] NO SIGNATURE:________________________________________ DATE:_____________ Please complete and return this form, along with the appropriate fees to: Bonnie Anthony, M.D. 6901 Whittier Blvd. Bethesda, MD 20817 FAX Number 301-229-7244 VOICE = 301-229-7028 OFFICE 301-229-7244 HOME BBS 301-229-5623/5342 Both lines Dual Standards Credit cards now accepted - you can fax your order this morning and download the software tonight! (please include in the fax your credit card number and expiration date and a password for registration on The Running Board - home of pcrelay support)