This release fixes a bug wherein the preferences file from a previous version
could not be read and therefore caused the AliasBOSS to crash. That prefs file is now
detected by AB2 and replaced.
The preferences dialog box is now centered appropriately.
Also, a problem was fixed that caused AliasBOSS 2.0 not to run on some B&W Macs.
This new version of AliasBOSS represents a substantial interface upgrade and includes some feature enhancements and additions. Several dialogs that plagued version 1.1 are now gone. All major functions are performed through the main 'Scan' window. This is described in the online documentation (select 'AliasBOSS Help' under the Help Menu ).
The AliasBOSS now allows you to scan for any type of file you choose, whether it is an alias or not. You can then save aliases of files which met your criteria en masse or selectively. You can scan for aliases created by a specific program or all aliases on a particular volume and check their validity. If an alias is invalid, that is, has lost its owner file, you have the option to repair (re-associate) the alias with a similar file (or a different file altogether). Please see the online help to learn how these functions can be performed.
This software has been extensively tested; however, due to the huge number of configurations that can exist on a given system, I cannot guarantee a bug-free existence. If you discover one, I would be most appreciative if you would jot down the circumstances of the critter and let me know! You can reach me in one of the following ways:
• America Online: DevScott
• CompuServe: 71035,3273
• For Internet users: DevScott@aol.com (via AOL Gateway)
Or send US mail to:
Scott A. Johnson
3916-12 Newport Avenue
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805
NOTE: Registered users can send me a blank diskette to receive the upgrade.
