


                           THE ZIP TERMINUS(c) V7.0B

                      Copyright 1990-1993   By S.T.CALISE

                            * All Rights Reserved *

                             STC BBS: 908-206-1386




                               TABLE OF CONTENTS

                                                                  page

         Disclaimer                    ...........................  2
         Hardware/Software Required    ...........................  3
         Brief Program Overview        ...........................  3
         Installation                  ...........................  3
         Configure ZIP Terminus        ...........................  5
         Checking For PKZIP.CFG        ...........................  6
         DOS Work Session              ...........................  6
         Mouse Operation               ...........................  7
         Directory Views               ...........................  7
         ZIPUP(compress) Operations    ...........................  7
         Create MULTI-VOLUME ZIPs      ...........................  8
         ADVANCED User Mode/Options    ...........................  9
         Store(d) DIR/PATH Structure   ........................... 10
         UNZIP(extract) Operations     ........................... 10
         Included PATH Info Found!     ........................... 10
         Restore MULTI-VOLUME ZIPs     ........................... 10
         OVERFLOW Warning              ........................... 11
         Make Self-Extracting ZIPS     ........................... 11
         ZIP File Comments             ........................... 11
         Test/Check ZIPFILE(S)         ........................... 11
         ZIP Password Protection       ........................... 11
         Memory Available Function     ........................... 12
         Insufficient Memory           ........................... 12
         Virus Scan Files (F8-ON/OFF)  ........................... 13
         VIRUS Scan Submenu            ........................... 13
         Possible Virus Found!         ........................... 13
         Virus Check - Program Files   ........................... 14
         Using ALT-P to Change Dirs.   ........................... 14
         Operating from Windows        ........................... 14
         Screen saver function         ........................... 15
         Virus Detection Addendum      ........................... 15
         Terminus START-UP OPTIONS     ........................... 15
         DOS Errorlevel on EXIT        ........................... 15
         Compatibility note            ........................... 15
         Update/Change Information     ........................... 16
         TroubleShooting/Error Msgs.   ........................... 18
         Upgrades/Updates              ........................... 20
         Registration Information      ........................... 20
         Acknowledgements              ........................... 21


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           Programs included in THE ZIP TERMINUS(c) Package: ZT70B.EXE ;
              ZTCF70.EXE; PRINTDOC.BAT; ZT70BDOC.TXT; README70.TXT ;
                            and STC.ICO (6 files ONLY!)

    You have a contiguous five(5) day period to evaluate THE ZIP TERMINUS
    starting from the date you first receive it. Your PAID registration/
    license is required for any use beyond this period.

         The author and holder of copyright hereby disclaim all
    warranties relating to this software, whether express or implied,
    including and without limitation to any implied warranties of
    merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  The USER of
    this software shall bear all risk as to the quality and performance
    of the software. In no event shall S.T.Calise be liable to you for any
    consequential, special, incidental or indirect damages of any kind
    arising out of the performance or use of the software, even if
    S.T.Calise has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

               THE ZIP TERMINUS(c) IS DISTRIBUTED 'AS IS' .


  **** REFER TO PAGE #21 FOR REGISTRATION FORM - PERSONAL HOME USE ONLY! ****


              Refer to pages 20,21 for trademark acknowledgements.

                            *********************

      DO NOT RUN THIS PROGRAM IF YOUR SYSTEM IS ALREADY INFECTED WITH A
         COMPUTER VIRUS. YOU MUST DISINFECT YOUR ENTIRE SYSTEM FIRST!

      IT IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED THAT YOU SEEK EXPERIENCED HELP IN DEALING
                        WITH COMPUTER VIRUS INFECTIONS!

                            *********************

   **** The following terms used in this document, program and help file:
        The term "FLAT ARCHIVE" refers to an archive(ZIP file) which does
        not contain other archives, path or directory structure information
        and/or other refinements such as the PKZIP(tm) -& SPAN Multi-Volume
        option. M-V or MV refers to a multi-volume archive, one that spans
        across disks and/or was created using the -& option switch. MULTI-
        LEVEL archive refers to an archive which may contain other archives.


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                             HARDWARE RECOMMENDATIONS

                       640K BYTES  CONVENTIONAL DOS MEMORY
              HARD DRIVE REQUIRED FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL FUNCTIONS
            FLOPPY INSTALLATION RESTRICTS ACCESS TO VIRUS SCAN ONLY!
                (True MDA) OR (CGA C80) TEXT MODE/EMULATION REQ.
                          MS COMPATIBLE MOUSE OPTIONAL
                          ----------------------------

                             SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

                              PC/MS DOS V2.11 - 5.0
   (DOS V3.1 or HIGHER REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN VIRUSCAN(tm)/PKZIP(tm) FUNCTIONS)
                 PKZIP(tm) v1.1 or v2.04g(see below)  by PKWARE, INC.
                     VIRUSCAN(tm) 9.14v102  by McAfee Associates

    ****  The ZIP TERMINUS was created to be run on a stand-alone PC. ****

         BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

            This program was designed to be a shell menu or front end
         for PKZIP(tm) and VIRUSCAN(tm). Most PKZIP v1.1 and v2.04x options
         are supported. One of the main objectives in writing this program
         was to reduce the amount of user input required each time a file
         is compressed or extracted. The ZIP TERMINUS specializes in 'FLAT
         ARCHIVES'. This program in no way attempts to facilitate EVERY
         archive option convention offered by PKZIP(tm).

            The ZIP TERMINUS offers a modest selection of computer virus
         detection options by interfacing with McAfee Associates VIRUSCAN(tm).
         Virus scan is available during compress and extract operations. Also
         available is a dedicated separate submenu with heads-up scan option
         selection. An activity/log function is available for virus scan
         functions. The user may keep track of  VIRUSCAN(tm)  operations,
         options used, dates/times performed, etc.

         ***** INSTALL THE ZIP TERMINUS(c):

              THE ZIP TERMINUS(c) operates most efficiently when
         used in conjunction with a hard drive. Floppy installation
         restricts the use of this program to just virus scan functions.

              PKZIP(tm) files needed are  : PKZIP.EXE; PKUNZIP.EXE;
                                            ZIP2EXE.EXE; (v1.1 or v2.04g)
              McAfee VIRUSCAN files needed: SCAN.EXE version 9.14v102
              ZIP TERMINUS files needed   : ZT70B.EXE, ZTCF70.EXE;


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              HARD DRIVE:  1. Create separate subdirs. for PKZIP(tm), THE
                              ZIP TERMINUS, and VIRUSCAN(tm).

                           2. Copy PKZIP(tm), ZIP TERMINUS and SCAN.EXE
                              files to their own subdirectories.

                           3. Type the following lines pressing <ENTER>
                              after each:

                                        c:
                                        cd\terminus
                                        zt70B.exe

                           4. Press F5 to configure when you arrive at the
                              main menu. c: may be d: or a logical drive
                              where you have placed the TERMINUS files.
                              cd\terminus may be cd\utility or a subdirectory
                              on the drive where you have placed the TERMINUS
                              files.

              ------------------------------------------------------------

               FLOPPY  :   1. Format a blank data disk.

                           2. Copy The Zip TERMINUS and SCAN.EXE files to
                              the disk. Put them in the ROOT DIR - not a
                              subdirectory.

                           3. Place your disk in Drive #A. Type the
                              following lines and press <ENTER> after each:

                                        a:
                                        cd\
                                        zt70B.exe

                            4. Press F5 to configure when you arrive at the
                               main menu.


       NOTE:  Floppy installation allows only virus scan functions to be
              selected. Compress, Extract, Make SFX, Create/Restore M-V
              Zips and certain other program functions are not available
              if a floppy installation is detected. Use of a hard disk is
              required to gain full access.

       NOTE:  You must press F5-PROGRAM SETUP when running The Zip Terminus
              for the first time or after moving it to a new dir. location,
              etc. The entries for default compress/extract source/target
              must be changed to suitable locations. Other items to change
              are the location of PKZIP, VIRUSCAN, screen saver ON/OFF,
              location of the scan activity log, etc. Floppy installation
              initializes the table in a different manner.


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         ***** CONFIGURE THE ZIP TERMINUS:

              THE ZIP TERMINUS(c) may be configured from the main
         program menu or a sub-menu while the program is running. It
         is highly recommended that you configure your paths and
         options when running the program for the first time.


              THE TERMINUS PRGMS DIR: Location of the ZIP TERMINUS files.

              PKZIP(tm) PROGRAM  DIR: Drive and directory where
                                      PKZIP(tm) is located at.

              McAFEE  SCAN.EXE   DIR: Location of SCAN.EXE

              ZIPUP FILE SOURCE  DIR: The directory path that will
                                      hold the files that will be
                                      ZIPPED up (compressed).

              ZIPUP FILE TARGET  DIR: Directory location where the ZIP
                                      file will be placed.

              UNZIP FILE SOURCE  DIR: This directory will contain the
                                      ZIP file(s) that you select to unzip.
                                      (extract).

              UNZIP FILE TARGET  DIR: Directory where the files
                                      that are extracted from the source
                                      ZIP will end up.

              DOS SESSION WORK  FILE: This parameter will describe
                                      where COMMAND.COM lives. The value
                                      is obtained from COMPSEC.

              ZIPUP ARCHIVE  OPTIONS: THE ZIP TERMINUS uses -ex by default.
                                      This will allow you to create and add
                                      to FLAT ZIP archives. You may change
                                      this option to most valid FLAT archive
                                      options. Consult your PKZIP(tm) 2 User
                                      manual for more information on ZIPUP
                                      options (compress).


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              UNZIP ARCHIVE  OPTIONS: THE ZIP TERMINUS uses the -e option
                                      as the default.  This will allow
                                      selected files within the source
                                      FLAT ZIP file to be extracted.

              ADVANCED USER  OPTIONS: ON/OFF  This switch enables user
                                      F3-DOS SESSION; CREATE M-V ZIPs
                                      and RESTORE M-V ZIPs, both
                                      of which require PKZIP v2.04x; etc.

              SCAN.EXE PRGM. OPTIONS: Parameter options used for virus scan
                                      during extract or compress.

              ZIP/UNZIP --- PASSWORD: Place your choice of password
                                      for ZIP garble / ungarble
                                      operation. Refer to section
                                      on password protection.

              SCAN LOG DIR+FILENAME : Directory and filename of the
                                      activity/log file VIRUSCAN(tm)
                                      will create and update each
                                      time it is run.

              SCAN.EXE LOG - ON/OFF : Toggles VIRUSCAN(tm) activity/log
                                      file create/append ON/OFF. F8-
                                      VIRUS SCAN FILES must be on.

         ***** CHECKING FOR PKZIP.CFG:

              ZIP Terminus 7.0B checks for the PKZIP.CFG configuration file
         before performing certain operations. The order of search for
         PKZIP.CFG is the same that PKZIP itself will take. The current
         directory at the time of compress and certain other operations is
         the location of PKZIP.


         ***** DOS SESSION:

         Press F3 at the main menu and THE ZIP TERMINUS will suspend
         operation and place you back at the DOS prompt. You may return
         to The Zip Terminus at any time simply by typing 'EXIT' and
         pressing <ENTER>. DO NOT attempt to go back to THE ZIP TERMINUS
         by re-launching ZT70B.EXE. Use the DOS 'EXIT' function.

         NOTE: You have not QUIT the Zip Terminus at this point. You must
               return to The Zip Terminus via DOS EXIT function and then
               press #7. QUIT to remove it from memory.


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         ***** MOUSE OPERATION:

              The two button Microsoft Mouse hardware specifications
         are supported by this program when used in conjunction with a
         color display/card that supports the color CGA C80 standard.
         The program's video mode auto-detect logic disables mouse
         operation if a Monochrome Display Adapter is detected. Only
         keyboard entry is functional in MONOCHROME video mode(true MDA
         standard).  Most other Microsoft Mouse compatible mice should
         function properly.  The program logic checks for a 'connected'
         mouse.  You should not experience trouble if your mouse is
         truly MS compatible, connected to the serial port or buss card,
         and the mouse driver software was installed prior to running
         this program.

         ***** DIRECTORY VIEWS:

              You may view the contents of the ZIPUP SOURCE, ZIPUP
         TARGET, UNZIP SOURCE and the UNZIP TARGET directories by
         clicking the mouse button when the cursor is over the prompt
         ALT-D  on the top function bar in the right hand corner.
         You may on press the ALT-D key combo to get the same results.

         ***** ZIPUP OPERATION:(FLAT ARCHIVES)

              This version doesn't default the file list for ZIPUP
         operations as '*.*'.  You MUST select a single file or a
         group of files for a ZIP operation.  The directory for ZIPUP
         SOURCE files is the directory displayed when you are
         selecting a single file. If you don't tag  files or forget
         to specify a ZIP file name, an audible cue will sound. Be
         careful.  Plan your directory PATHS and ZIP options with caution!
         Use ALT-P to change directory locations.

         Lists of files may be zipped in the following manner. Press #1
         and enter a name for the ZIP file you are about to create. Then
         press #2 and press enter when the file(s) you desire to add to
         the ZIP file are highlighted.  Press <ESC> when you are
         through.   Select #3 and the list of files will be  'ZIPPED UP'.
         There is a 512 file limitation. Use *.* for larger file counts.
         PRESS <*> asterisk.

         Menu option #5 allows you to delete a file within a flat ZIP
         file. You may choose a ZIP file from SOURCE/TARGET dirs.
         The files within the ZIP are then displayed. (FLAT archives only)


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         ***** STORE(d) DIR/PATH STRUCTURE(RECURSIVE): (ADVANCED USER)

              If you wish to include the directory/path structure
         information in the ZIP you are creating, follow the procedure
         below.

         1. Press ALT-P to set/choose the SOURCE directory. This will be
            the node on the directory tree where the recursive COMPRESS
            operation begins. Next, set the TARGET directory location.

         2. Press ALT-R to activate DIR/PATH inclusion mechanism. This will
            cause a -rP to be sent to PKZIP(tm). The SOURCE directory
            AND the subdirectories connected to that node will be
            included in the zipup(COMPRESS) operation. CONSULT THE
            DOCUMENTATION that came with PKZIP(tm) for more information
            on how the -rP option works. Recursive WITHOUT Path information
            inclusion is available.

         3. Press #1 and enter the name of the ZIP file you wish to create.

         4. If you press F8-VIRUS SCAN to ON, the SOURCE and other directories
            that are included in the COMPRESS operation will be scanned.(/SUB)

         5. Press #3 to start the recursive COMPRESS operation.

         6. Press F7 and TEST the contents of the resulting ZIP file to make
            sure it contains the files which you intended to compress and that
            the files stored within the Zip pass the CRC integrity check. You
            may also wish to press F6-VIEW to observe the file names, sizes,
            dates and times, etc. of the files stored within the resultant
            Zip. A direct compare is not available.

       ** NOTE: Place options for hidden, system and read-only files,etc. into
             The Zip Terminus configuration table if you wish to archive files
                       with those attributes. Other options may apply.


         ***** ADVANCED USER MODE/OPTIONS:

              Advanced user mode is turned ON or OFF from the default table
         submenu. Press F5-PROGRAM SETUP at the main menu or a submenu and
         then change the state of this switch pressing <ENTER> when ADVANCED
         USER MODE entry is highlighted. Advanced user mode enables: F3-DOS
         SESSION and #4. CREATE/RESTORE M-V ZIPs;  F9-PASWORD in the ZIPUP
         submenu. Included in ADVANCED USER MODE is ALT-R in the ZIPUP
         (compress) submenu and the UNZIP (extract) submenu. As an advanced
         user you should have a firm knowledge and understanding of DOS
         directory tree structures; file attributes; be aware of how the
         -rP, -&, -d and all other Zip options effect the creation or
         extraction of Zip archive files; and more ...


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        ***** CREATE MULTI-VOLUME ZIPs: ----> ADVANCED USER! (PKZIP 2.04x)

            This function is located in main menu selection #4. CREATE/RESTORE
            M-V ZIPs. Use it if you wish to store a whole subdirectory,multiple
            subdirectories or entire drives. This is a general(*.*) recursive
            operation with directory/path  information  storage. Switch option
            is available for non-recursive *.* compress.

            Set the ZIPUP source directory to the tree node where you wish the
            recursive compress with directory information inclusion to begin.
            Set the TARGET to a valid FLOPPY drive. You do not have to select
            individual files for your source.

            Next, press #1.CREATE M-V ZIPs. The Zip Terminus will stop and
            display a submenu just before the operation begins. User may select
            from different types of target disk format operations. Match up the
            correct format to the type of disk you are using. DOS verify and
            Virus Scan is also available. PKZIP will then be sent the -rP
            option along with the SOURCE starting location and the TARGET.
            Options entered into the ZIPUP ARCHIVE OPTION default table entry
            are included in this operation. Also placed on the command line is
            the -& span option with user requested format options if selected.
            Option is available for non-recursive compress.

            Press F7 and TEST the contents of the resulting ZIP file to make
            sure it contains the files which you intended to compress and that
            the files stored within the Zip pass the CRC integrity check. You
            may also wish to press F6-VIEW to observe the file names, sizes,
            dates and times, etc. of the files stored within the resultant
            Zip. A direct compare is not available.

       ** NOTE: Place options for hidden, system and read-only files,etc. into
              The Zip Terminus configuration table if you wish to archive files
                        with those attributes. Other options may apply.

       ----->    Read the PKZIP(tm) 2 User Guide NOW! for a more detailed
                      description of the -& options, -rP option, etc.

       ----->    Read your DOS manual for more information on directory tree
                 structures, file attributes, etc.


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         ***** UNZIP(extract) OPERATION: (FLAT ARCHIVES)

              The UNZIP SOURCE directory is displayed for UNZIP file
         selection. You may choose from those files with a 'ZIP' extension.
         If you need to perform file operations you should jump to DOS
         SESSION and then EXIT when finished. The EXTRACTED files will be
         placed in the UNZIP target directory. Use ALT-P to change locations.

        ***** NOTE: The files within an archive file should be extracted
                    first and then virus scanned. Virus infectors may go
                    undetected if you only scan the archive file itself.
                    It is strongly suggested that you seek experienced help
                    in dealing with computer virus infection.

        ***** INCLUDED PATH INFORMATION: (ADVANCED USER)

              Archives that have included path information should be
        extracted by pressing ALT-R while in the UNZIP menu. The ZIP TERMINUS
        specializes in 'FLAT ARCHIVES' but does allow extraction of DIR/PATH
        structure information. Set the UNZIP(extract) TARGET DIRECTORY to
        the location where restoration of stored dir/path structure will
        begin. If F8-VIRUS SCAN is ON, the target directory and the
        subdirectories connected to that node will be virus scanned.(/SUB)
        Always follow up with a manual virus scan(main menu selection #5).

        Zip Terminus 7.0B  allows extraction from Zips containing path\
        dir.structure information with the user option of specific or wild-
        card designated path/filename(s) without dir/path restoration.
        If you have previously pressed ALT-R a submenu will popup before
        extraction takes place.

        ***** RESTORE MULTI-VOLUME ZIPs: ----> ADVANCED USER!
                            < REQUIRES PKZIP 2.04x >

             This version of The Zip Terminus allows extraction with
        directory/path structure restoration of multi-volume Zips. Select
        main menu #4. Then set the source and target directories by
        pressing ALT-P . The target directory is where directory/path
        restoration and file extraction will begin. Choose this location
        wisely. The SOURCE location must be a floppy.

             Next, select (#2. EXTRACT M-V ZIPs) to start restoration
        of files and included directory structure information. A submenu
        will next appear that will provide the user with several options.
        Zip Terminus 7.0B  allows extraction from MULTI-VOLUME Zips with
        the user option of specific or wildcard designated path\filename(s)
        without dir/path restoration.

        If you have previously pressed F8-VIRUS SCAN to ON, the target
        directory and the subdirectories contained in that node will be
        virus scanned.(/SUB) If no directory structure information was
        found within the multi-volume Zip archive, then just the files
        will be extracted. Always follow up with a manual virus scan.


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        ***** RESTORE MULTI-VOLUME ZIPs: Cont.


        Use The Zip Terminus default table(press F5-PROGRAM SETUP)
        to specify treatment of hidden, read-only, or system files
        and file attributes, etc. Modify the table entry named
        UNZIP ARCHIVE OPTIONS. Not all PKUNZIP options are compatible
        with this type of operation.

          Read the PKZIP(tm) 2 User Guide NOW! for a more detailed
                   description of extraction options.


        ***** OVERFLOW Warning:

              ZT70B has a 512 file limit on ZIP file list functions.
         To ZIPUP or UNZIP more than 512 files press <SHIFT #8> for
         *.* mode operation.

         ***** CREATE SELF-EXTRACTORS: (PKSFX --> MAKE EXE)

              This function will process a ZIP file chosen from the
         ZIPUP/UNZIP directories.  The converted Zip file will be left in
         the selected directory. Use ALT-P to temporarily change the
         ZIPUP or UNZIP directory location if the current values are not
         acceptable. Check for virus infection by first using main menu
         #2. UNZIP - EXTRACT with F8-VIRUS SCAN in the ON position. Make
         sure the auto-scan options include /M /CHKHI so RAM memory will
         be checked. Read PKZIP(tm) 2 User Guide for information on PKSFX.

         ***** ZIP FILE COMMENTS: (-z)

              There is only one type of comment operation offered in this
         version of the ZIP TERMINUS. It is available in the ZIPUP, UNZIP
         submenus. Press ALT-C and first select a directory and then a Zip
         file to place a comment on.

         ***** TEST ZIPFILE(S):

              This option is available by pressing <F7> on the menu
         bar. It will verify files within Zips for checksum, etc. Use this
         option to test Zip files after they are created (including
         multi-volume ZIPs) or before they are extracted. Use this option
         if you have  doubts about a ZIP file after modem transfer, a
         hard disk crash, etc.  Version 7.0B will check a single Zip, or a
         list of ZIPs found in the chosen Directory.

         ***** PASSWORD PROTECTION:(ADVANCED USER MODE)

              Press <F9> to toggle password on or off. The password
         protect mode garbles each individual file in the master ZIP
         during the ZIPUP process.


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              The password may be changed by pressing <F5> and
         changing the password default parameter. Don't forget to save
         your changes when you are finished so that each time you run
         THE ZIP TERMINUS your first choice password will be loaded.

            PKZIP(tm) password protection is case sensitive so be aware
         that upper and lower case characters like 'Y' or 'y', are considered
         as being different. Choose a password of length 6 characters or more
         for best protection.

              CAUTION!: Remember your password when zipping up. It is
         not feasible to unzip files in a ZIP file that are password
         protected if you don't have the right password!

         ***** MEMORY AVAILABLE FUNCTION:

              Memory available for SESSION launch or PKZIP(tm) operations
         may be found by pressing CTRL-F key combination while in a
         MENU or CHANGE DEFAULTS. This is CONVENTIONAL RAM memory NOT
         FREE DISK SPACE! The number of FREE Kb displayed is the size of
         the largest CONTIGUOUS conventional block available.

             The RAM FREE figure displayed is only a guide to help users
        determine if their work programs and utilities will have enough space
        to operate. It does not necessarily refer to the total conventional
        memory(i.e. 640Kb, 512Kb, etc.) minus the sum of memory the programs
        you are running actually occupy. The number of KB FREE refers to the
        largest contiguous or adjacent set of RAM locations available and
        therefore, in a general sense, also refers to the size of the largest
        executable program that may be launched from the ZIP Terminus.
        (code, data, etc. within conventional RAM)

           CTRL-F under ZTEC70B operation displays the amount of conventional
        RAM free for PKZIP(tm) and VIRUSCAN(tm) operations.


        ***** DELETE WITHIN ZIP:

             Selective file delete WITHIN a FLAT archive. This program feature
        gives the user option to remove individual files from within the master
        FLAT archive.(FLAT ARCHIVES)

        ***** TAG FILE(s) FOR UNZIP(EXTRACT):

             Choice of which file(s) within a FLAT archive to extract. Rather
        than extract every file within an archive, the user may select
        individual or groups of files to extract.(FLAT ARCHIVES)


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        ***** VIRUS SCAN FILES:  (F8 TOGGLES  ON/OFF)

             You will need to have the location of McAfee's SCAN.EXE program
        clearly defined in the Default Table to utilize this function.
        The virus scan function is available in the ZIPUP and UNZIP menus.
        This function is turned on by pressing F8. EXE, COM and certain
        other file extension types(not Zips) selected to be placed into a ZIP
        file are virus scanned and the ZIPUP process will be aborted if a virus
        is detected. F8 toggles state from ON to OFF. EXE/COM files that
        are UNZIPPED are also scrutinized and checked for virus infection.
        It is strongly suggested that a manual virus scan, main menu #5, with
        memory check turned on should be used as a followup.

        Be aware that the files within an an archive file should be extracted
        first before checking for virus infectors. Virus scan of just a Zip
        file itself may not reveal infection. It is strongly suggested that
        you seek experienced help in dealing with computer virus infection.

        ***** VIRUS SCAN SUBMENU:

             Main menu select #5 activates the virus scan submenu. Here you
        may scan entire subdirectories or logical drives for virus infection
        using the McAfee Associates program SCAN.EXE .  It is suggested
        that you should use the EXTRACT submenu with F8-VIRUS SCAN option
        ON! if you wish to check ZIP files for virus infection. /MANY is
        ignored during subdirectory scans. An ACTIVITY/LOG function is
        available which keeps track of scan options used, date/time of scan,
        whether a virus was detected, etc. Press F5-PROGRAM SETUP and then
        toggle the SCAN.EXE ACTIVITY/LOG option to ON.
             The ZIP Terminus does NOT directly support REMOVAL of computer
        virus infections. Use of a utility such as CLEAN-up (CLEAN.EXE) by
        McAfee Associates is required for removal operations. It is strongly
        suggested that you seek experienced help in dealing with computer
        virus infection.

        ***** POSSIBLE VIRUS FOUND!

             A visual/audible alarm is issued when possible virus is detected.
        You must enter the correct password to continue from this point. The
        password required is the same password used for ZIPUP/UNZIP garble
        operations. It may be user defined and entered into the default table.
             You will have no option at this point. You must enter the correct
        password to continue, then program operation will HALT with return to
        DOS, Windows, etc. DO NOT RESET YOUR MACHINE BY PRESSING THE HARDWARE
        RESET BUTTON. Shut your system down to prevent further spread of a
        possible computer virus. Please read the documentation that came with
        SCAN or CLEAN for more information on  computer virus infections.
        REMINDER: The ZIP TERMINUS was NOT intended to be a CLEAN-up or
        computer virus DISINFECTION utility.

          IT IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED THAT YOU SEEK EXPERIENCED HELP IN DEALING
                             WITH COMPUTER VIRUS INFECTIONS!


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      ***** VIRUS CHECK - PROGRAM FILES:

          This is a limited check for known virus infectors. RAM memory
      and the executables which reside in the Zip Terminus subdirectory are
      checked.SCAN.EXE performs its own self-test each time it is run. Certain
      other programs and/or groups are also checked for known virus infectors.


         IT IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED THAT YOU SEEK EXPERIENCED HELP IN DEALING
                             WITH COMPUTER VIRUS INFECTIONS!



      ***** OPERATING FROM WINDOWS:

           A Windows Icon has been provided with The Zip Terminus v7.0b. The
      Zip Terminus is a DOS application and should be run as such. It is not
      recommended that you run this program from the DOS BOX. When you launch
      The Zip Terminus by use of 'icon click' make sure that the /UNATTEND
      option is enabled for virus scan functions. Check the ZTEC default
      table entry #12 and from main menu #5 make sure that the /UNATTEND switch
      has been turned on.


      ***** USING ALT-P TO CHANGE DIRECTORIES:

          All operation paths\directories are set to their default values
      as specified in the ZTEC configuration table when ZTEC is first run.
      As you move into each submenu the current operation directories will be
      refreshed with the default values. Using ALT-P to change a current
      operation directory will not in turn change the default value. After
      you leave the current submenu all operation directories will once again
      be refreshed to their default values. In other words, use of ALT-P only
      changes current operation directories on a temporary basis until you
      leave the current submenu. Also, changing a path while you are in the
      ZTEC configuration table submenu WILL NOT change the CURRENT PATH value
      until you return to the main menu.


                                   - PAGE 15 -


         ***** SCREEN SAVER :

              The screen saver is a program integrated function which
         blanks your computer screen after a pre-determined period of
         keyboard or mouse inactivity. The screen saver is turned on
         from the Default Table(press F5). Users may enter from 1 to
         60 minutes of *approximate* delay time before the screen saver
         becomes active. This program feature will help to prevent screen
         burn due to prolonged static display. The screen saver responds
         to keypress AND mouse clicks.

        ***** VIRUS DETECTION ADDENDUM:

           DO NOT use the ZIP Terminus virus scan functions in an
      environment or on a machine where another virus disinfector utility
      is installed and running. This includes but is not limited to TSR virus
      utilities. No claim is made herein or otherwise as to compatibility
      with other author/program virus disinfector & detector utilities.

   ***** NOTE: The ZIP Terminus virus scan functions SHOULD NOT be
               used with other virus detection or disinfection software.
               This warning extends but is not limited to TSR type detectors.
               Use The ZIP Terminus in concert with the McAfee Associates
               anti-virus programs ONLY for best results.


        ***** ZIP TERMINUS START-UP OPTIONS:

             /S = Reduce possible "video snow" on older CGA displays

             /M = Eliminate window background colors. Useful on systems
                  which utilize a single color display(green, amber,etc.)
                  and a CGA adapter or on LAPTOP displays. Not necessary
                  when using a true MDA monochrome display setup. MDA
                  mode is automatically detected.

             /Q = Quiet mode .... turn sound routines off!

             /V = Set F8-VIRUS SCAN FILES to ON with program start-up.
                  NOTE: The default start-up is F8-VIRUS SCAN FILES = OFF


      C> zt70B.exe /M   <press ENTER>  or  D> zt70B.exe /Q   <press ENTER>
          or any combination thereof   C> zt70B.exe /VQSM   <press ENTER>


        ***** DOS ERRORLEVEL ON EXIT:

             The ZIP Terminus will set the DOS errorlevel on EXIT or program
        HALT to 1 if a computer virus was detected during virus scan
        operations. Normal exit = 0; Possible VIRUS = 1; Abnormal exit = 2


                                   - PAGE 16 -

                      ***** ZTEC70B UPDATE INFORMATION *****

    The Zip Terminmus supports most PKZIP v1.1 and 2.04x options. Note that
    certain options like multi-volume spanned archives, etc. are not
    available with v1.1 .

        1. Added heads-up option display for VIRUSCAN(tm) in submenu #5,
           "VIRUS SCAN FILES" . Added VIEW activity/log selection.
           Virus scan options used during compress and extract operations
           are still set from the default table.

        2. Added support for VIRUSCAN(tm) /history --> activity/log function.
           User is given opportunity to activate log function from the default
           table which is brought up by pressing F5-PROGRAM SETUP. Also
           included in the default table is an entry which allows the user
           to specify the directory location and filename of the log file.

        3. -ex option combination is now the default when running the
           ZIP TERMINUS v7.0B for the first time or when a configuration
           file is not found. This combination is both PKZIP v1.1 and
           v2.04g friendly. It translates to use maximum compression -
           create smallest ZIP file possible. The User may change this
           to most valid flat archive options supported by PKZIP. Press
           F5 at a menu or submenu and edit the default table.

        4. Added popup help to guide user when editing compression
           or extraction option entries. Added to each submenu the
           ability to bring up PKZIP(tm) help display.

        5. Revised this documentation file to allow printing with proper
           paging, etc. on most types of printers.

        6. Added switch selections for recursive compress with optional path
           structure inclusion. Added switch selections for extraction
           with optional restore/create path\directory structure. ZTEC 7.0B
           also allows extraction from Zips containing path\dir. structure
           information with the user option of specific or wildcard designated
           path\filename(s) without path\dir restoration.

        7. Increased logical drive support from A..I  to  A..Z

        8. The Zip Terminus v7.0B was re-designed to yield maximum memory free
           during execution of memory intensive operations. Press Ctrl-F at


                                   - PAGE 17 -

        ZTEC70B UPDATE Information Cont.

           the main menu to display free conventional RAM is available. SCAN
           currently needs 320Kb and PKZIP(tm) 206kb(v2.04g) on an unexpanded
           machine.

        9. This version of the ZIP Terminus was  updated for VIRUSCAN(tm)
           version 9.14v102.

       10. Floppy operation now limits program function selection to virus
           scan only. Compress, extract, make exe and other operations
           are not allowed if floppy installation work disk is detected.

       11. This version of The Zip Terminus supports the creation/restoration
           of recursive or non-recursive multi-volume ZIPs. Format, DOS
           verify, and other options are switch select available. File
           extraction without path restoration and with the optional use of
           wildcard specification is  available.

       12. Added advanced user mode switching. Read the section entitled
           "ADVANCED USER MODE" found in this document.

       13. Added the ability to run PKCFG.EXE from the default table. This
           gives users the option to modify the PKZIP.CFG configuration file
           while running the Zip Terminus. PKCFG.EXE must be located in the
           same directory as PKZIP, PKUNZIP, etc.

       14. The Zip Terminus attempts to detect earlier versions of PKZIP.
           Zip Terminus options such as CREATE M-V ZIPs and RESTORE M-V ZIPs
           are not available with PKZIP v1.1 .

       15. The Zip Terminus v7.0B monitors the DOS environment variable
           ZTEC. Users may use this to set Zip Terminus startup options.
           NOTE: This variable is read only at startup. Usage is as follows:

                 SET ZTEC=Q          SET ZTEC=S         SET ZTEC=V

                 SET ZTEC=M         SET ZTEC=QSM        SET ZTEC=SMQ

           Where: M = Disable background colors - use on laptop, CGA one
                      color displays, etc.
                  Q = Quiet mode - kill sound routines.
                  S = Snow checking on older CGA's
                  V = Set  F8-VIRUS SCAN FILES to ON with program start-up.
                      See note - START-UP OPTIONS - for more information.

           Set ZTEC from the command line or batch file. Read your operating
           system manual for more information on the SET command.


        ( FOR MORE LAST MINUTE CHANGE INFORMATION PLEASE READ README70.TXT )


                                   - PAGE 18 -


                      ********** TROUBLESHOOTING **********

       | SOURCE! FROM PREVIOUS MULTI-VOLUME!  |
       | TARGET DISK LABEL --> MULTI-VOLUME!  |
       | TARGET! FROM PREVIOUS MULTI-VOLUME!  |

            The Zip Terminus tries not to allow the mixing of FLAT archives
       with those that were created with the -& multi-volume option. Also,
       updating an existing multi-volume archive by using compress submenu
       option #3.Create/Add to Zip is not allowed. PKZIP(tm) labels each
       disk of a M-V backup set with PKBACK#. Other checks are also made
       against the actual Zip file to confirm multi-volume status.


       | ONLY ACTIVE IN ADVANCED USER MODE |

            Press F5-PROGRAM SETUP and set the ADVANCED USER MODE to ON if
       you are capable of using a locked program function. The functions
       protected by this locking should be used by advanced users only!


       | FAILED! - COMMAND LINE TOO LONG... |

            The Zip Terminus checks the length of the command line that will
       be sent to PKZIP, PKUNZIP, VIRUSCAN, etc. One common cause of this
       problem is using operation directory/path assignments that are too
       long and when combined together with other options from the default
       table push the length of the command line over the acceptable DOS
       limit.


       | UNABLE TO INSPECT WITHIN ARCHIVE !! |

            You may be attempting to tag or delete within an archive which
       has included directory/path information or which was created with
       the -& multi-volume option. The Zip Terminus supports operations
       of this type only on FLAT ARCHIVES.

       | FAILED! - UNABLE TO RUN PKZIP.EXE !> |
       | FAILED! - UNABLE TO RUN PKUNZIP.EXE> |
       | FAILED! - UNABLE TO RUN ZIP2EXE.EXE> |
       | FAILED! - UNABLE TO RUN SCAN.EXE !!> |
       | INSTALLATION INCOMPLETE - DEFAULTS!  |

                      or

       | ! ERROR ! ... Check DEFAULT TABLE, DIRECTORY, FILE, DISK, MEM FREE |

            A check was made prior to performing an operation and the
       indicated program file was not found. The Zip Terminus is a shell


                                   - PAGE 19 -

                      ********** TROUBLESHOOTING **********

       Continued from previous page:

       menu program. To obtain full access to every supported function
       you must have the required programs. You must also press the key
       F5-PROGRAM SETUP and define the location of each required program.
       Failure to do so will usually result in this type of message.



      PKZIP HELP SCREEN DISPLAYED:

     1. You have not supplied  options or the options you have given
        are either incorrect or conflict in some way. Not all options
        may may be combined on the same command line. The Zip Terminus
        combines options in the default table with the appropriate -&
        selected options when attempting to request PKZIP to compress a
        multi-volume Zip. Press F5-PROGRAM SETUP and modify if necessary.

     2. You are attempting to use PKZIP 2.04c or an earlier version of
        PKZIP 2 that does not support the options you have specified.
        Press F5-PROGRAM SETUP and modify if necessary. Create/Restore
        multi-volume ZIPs are not supported by PKZIP v1.1 .

     3. You have requested DOS verify during a multi-volume compress
        operation. The -&v, -&fv etc. combinations are compatible with
        PKZIP v2.04e or later, not PKZIP v2.04c or earlier. Check
        the Zip Terminus default table entry for compress and extract
        options to make sure there are no conflicts.(F5-PROGRAM SETUP)

     4. Check your PKZIP configuration table. Run the program PKCFG.EXE
        and make sure the command line conflicts are not originating
        there. Observe the optionchar and listchar entries closely.

     5. A good place to start - read your PKZIP(tm) 2 User Guide and Tutorial.

     Please note that the PKZIP(tm) 2 User Guide and Tutorial and the program
     PKCFG.EXE are extras available only to full registered users of PKZIP.
     See page #20 for information on how to register PKZIP.


                                   - PAGE 20 -

                 PRODUCT REGISTRATION --> PERSONAL HOME USE ONLY!
                 ANY OTHER USE REQUIRES A NEGOTIATED SITE LICENSE

  PAID Registration gives license and right to use The ZIP Terminus on a
  single machine, a copy of most recent version, updates as described below.
  A PAID negotiated site license is required for educational, business,
  corporation, government and/or agency environment use. This registration
  does not apply to any underlying programs used in conjunction with The ZIP
  Terminus. For a list of files contained in The ZIP Terminus program package
  please read page 2 of this document.(ZTEC70B)

      NAME       : ________________________   CHOOSE ONE DISK MEDIA TYPE
      STREET     : ________________________      5.25" ____  3.5" ____
      CITY       : ________________________
      STATE/PROV.: ________________________   OWN/USE A MODEM ? Y__ N__
      ZIP CODE   : ________________________
      COUNTRY    : ________________________    TERMINUS OBTAINED FROM?
                                               _______________________
                                               _______________________

                                   |  REGISTRATION / LICENSE      = $ 20.00
        ONLY U.S. FUNDS ACCEPTED!  |  NJ RESIDENTS ADD SALES TAX  = $
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        MAKE YOUR REMITTANCE TO:   |                   SUB-TOTAL  = $
                                   |  SHIPPING AND HANDLING       = $  4.00
             S.T.CALISE            |  OVERSEAS SHIPMENT ADD $2.00 = $
        673 HERBERTSVILLE ROAD     |                                -------
        BRICK, NJ  08724  USA      |                       TOTAL  = $

              REGISTERED Personal Home users of The ZIP Terminus are
              eligible for upgrades to subsequent releases. Please send
              $6.00 U.S. funds to the author at the above address. Don't
              forget to specify disk media type and your current address.
              Instant update/upgrade is available for -PAID REGISTERED-
              users. Please write to S.T.Calise at above address for info.

     STC BBS  908-206-1386  2400 .. 14.4K  v.32/.32bis v.42/.42bis MNP 1-5
  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    For registration/license information on VIRUSCAN(tm) {SCAN.EXE} and other
    McAfee Associates programs please contact:

          McAfee Associates                (408) 988-3832 office
          3350 Scott Blvd, Bldg. 14        (408) 970-9727 fax
          Santa Clara, CA  95054
          U.S.A.

    For registration/license information on PKZIP, PKUNZIP, and other
    PKWARE Inc. programs please contact:

          PKWARE Inc.                      (414) 354-8699 office
          9025 N. Deerwood Drive           (414) 354-8559 fax
          Brown Deer, WI  53223


                                   - PAGE 21 -



                                ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS


                   ******************************************
                   Trademarks of other companies mentioned in
                   this program,help file and/or accompanying
                   documentation    appear    strictly    for
                   identification purposes  only and are  the
                   property of their respective companies.



                  SCAN.EXE, CLEAN.EXE, VALIDATE.COM, VIRLIST.TXT
                    Copyright (c) 1989-1993 by McAfee Associates.

    VIRUSCAN(tm) is a registered trademark of McAfee Associates.
    IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines.
    PKZIP(tm), PKUNZIP(tm), PKSFX(tm) registered trademarks of PKWARE,Inc.
    PKZIP.EXE, PKUNZIP.EXE, ZIP2EXE.EXE, PKCFG.EXE are Copyright PKWARE,Inc.
    PKZIP(tm) 2 User Guide and Tutorial is Copyright 1992 PKWARE, Inc.
    COMMAND.COM is copyright by Microsoft Corporation.
    MS-DOS, WINDOWS, Microsoft Mouse are registered trademarks of the
    Microsoft Coproration.
