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MasterSplitter(TM) for Windows 95 Help Contents
1.0 License
2.0 Introduction
3.0 What's New?
4.0 Installing and System Requirements
5.0 Splitting Files
6.0 Joining Files
7.0 Comparing Files
8.0 Advanced Features
9.0 Ordering the Registered Version
1.0 License
VERSION INFORMATION:
MasterSplitter(TM) Version 1.7.
Copyright 1997 TomaSoft Corporation.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
The dynamic link libraries that accompany this software are Coprighted
by Microsoft Corporation. Also MSDOS, Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows
95, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
GOVERNING LAW:
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of Canada and the Province
of Ontario.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY:
THIS SOFTWARE AND INSTRUCTIONS ARE SOLD "AS IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES
AS TO PERFORMANCE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BECAUSE OF THE VARIOUS HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
ENVIRONMENTS INTO WHICH THIS PROGRAM MAY BE PLACED, NO WARRANTY OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF ANY KIND IS OFFERED. GOOD DATA
PROCESSING PROCEDURE DICTATES THAT ANY PROGRAM BE THOROUGHLY TESTED WITH
NON-CRITICAL DATA BEFORE RELYING ON IT. THE USER MUST ASSUME THE ENTIRE
RISK OF USING THE PROGRAM. IN ANY CASE LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED
EXCLUSIVELY TO THE AMOUNT OF MONEY THAT TOMASOFT CORPORATION RECEIVED
FROM THE USER FOR THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE PRODUCT.
SHAREWARE AND REGISTERED VERSION:
By using this software you indicate your acceptance of this software
license agreement. You may use this shareware version of this software
on a trial basis for only 30 days. The shareware version is identified
by the word "Unregistered" in the title bar and within the "About Box"
of the application. After that period of time you must purchase
registered version of the software. The shareware or registered version
may only be used on one computer at a time. Storage on the computer is
limited to one hard disk except where required for backup purposes. The
registered version may be stored on a network drive provided that
sufficient licences have been purchased for the maximum number of
concurrent users at that site. The user may not modify or reverse
engineer the software or documentation files contained in this version
in any way. The shareware version may be redistributed to anyone else
provided that all files associated with the shareware version are
provided together. No monetary compensation may be accepted or
requested by anyone for the distribution of this software without the
expressed written permission of TomaSoft Corporation.
2.0 Introduction
The purpose of MasterSplitter(TM) is to split large files in order to move
them via floppies or for transmission via E-mail. MasterSplitter(TM) is an
ultra-fast 32 bit file splitter. The file can either be a binary or a
text file. The program features an intuitive graphical user interface
that makes splitting files easy. There is currently also a version for
Microsoft Windows 3.1 with the same great interface.
The program can also be easily be invoked directly from Windows Explorer
by simply right-clicking on any file and then selecting Send to
MasterSplitter(TM).
If you want to send the pieces to someone who doesn't have
MasterSplitter(TM), simply check the Create Reassemble Batch File" check
box and either a DOS/Windows 3.1 or a Win95/NT 4.0 compatible batch file
will automatically be created that you can send with the pieces to put
it back together.
3.0 What's New?
What's new in version 1.7?
Fully supports multitasking. Split, join, or compare in the
background.
Can generate either DOS/Windows 3.1 or Windows 95/NT 4.0 compatible
batch files.
Fully compatible with the Windows 3.1 Version of MasterSplitter.
Automatically preserves the last modified time of the original file.
Automatically preserves the file permissions original file.
Automatically calculates a digital CRC checksum signature for each
file. This protects against bit corruption during transmission by e-
mail or floppy.
Setup program missing source files bug fixed.
What's new in version 1.0?
Initial commercial release.
4.0 Installing and System Requirements
MasterSplitter(TM) has been tested under Microsoft Windows 95 and Windows
NT 4.0 with a Intel Pentium based PC. There is currently also a version
for Microsoft Windows 3.1 with the same great interface.
To install MasterSplitter(TM), simply unpack the zip file and run the
setup.exe program. To uninstall it, select MasterSplitter(TM) from the
Add/Remove Programs in the Control Panel.
5.0 Splitting Files
To start MasterSplitter(TM), choose it from the Start Menu OR simply start
it directly from Windows Explorer by simply right-clicking on any file
and then selecting Send to MasterSplitter. The split tab from
MasterSplitter(TM) controls the file splitting operation. Enter the file
name including the full path of the file you wish to split. If you can't
recall the name, just select the browse button and you can find it. Or
create a shortcut on your desktop, and you can drag files you want to
split to it.
Enter the size of the pieces you want to create. The default
corresponds to a full 3.5 high density diskette. IF AND ONLY IF you're
confident that you will no longer need the original file, select the
check box for delete original when done. I DON'T recommend doing this
until your comfortable with using the program.
Be sure that you have free disk space at least equal to the size of file
your splitting or it won't work. When you're ready to go, click on the
split button to get things started. If you click on the split button
without changing any other options, the pieces will be created in the
same directory. If you don't want that, click on the alternate directory
radio button and you'll be prompted for a different location. You can
choose another drive, directory, or your floppy drive.
If you want to send the pieces to someone who doesn't have
MasterSplitter(TM), simply check the "Create Reassemble Batch File" check
box box and either a DOS/Windows 3.1 or a Win95/NT 4.0 compatible batch
file will automatically be created that you can send with the pieces to
put it back together.
Note that MasterSplitter will not split folders, although this can be
done quite easily by zipping the folder first with a zip program, and
then splitting the zip file with MasterSplitter.
Many people wonder what the point of the tiny .000 file is. The original
file is contained in pieces .001 to .00n. You can think of the .000 file
an .INI or information file that contains important information about the
properties of the original file when you split it. Things like its
creation dates, and size, etc.
6.0 Joining Files
To start MasterSplitter(TM), choose it from the Start Menu. The join tab
from MasterSplitter(TM) controls the file joining operation. Enter the
file name of the FIRST of the previously split pieces including the full
path. If you can't recall the name of a piece, just select the browse
button and you can find it.
IF AND ONLY IF you're confident that you will no longer need the file
pieces, select the check box for delete pieces when done. I don't
recommend doing this until your comfortable with using the program.
When you're ready to go, click on the join button to get things started.
When you are using the batch file to re-join the pieces, remember to copy
all of the file pieces and the batch file to ONE folder before trying to
run the batch file. Remember to pass this instruction on to anyone you
might be sending the pieces to as well. While the batch file does work,
the preferred method of joining files is to use MasterSplitter to do the
job.
7.0 Comparing Files
The compare tab from MasterSplitter(TM) controls the file comparison
operation. You may want to use this as a double check before deleting
anything. Enter the original (BIG) file name including the full path of
the file you wish to compare with its pieces. If you can't recall the
name, just select the browse button and you can find it.
Enter the file name of the FIRST of the previously split pieces
including the full path. If you can't recall the name of a piece, just
select the browse button and you can find it.
When you're ready to go, click on the compare button to get things
started.
8.0 Advanced Features
Fully supports multitasking. Split, join, or compare in the
background.
Fully compatible with the Windows 3.1 Version of MasterSplitter.
Can generate either DOS/Windows 3.1 or Windows 95/NT 4.0 compatible
batch files.
Automatically preserves the last modified time of the original file.
Automatically preserves the file permissions original file.
Automatically calculates a digital CRC checksum signature for each
file. This protects against bit corruption during transmission by e-
mail or floppy.
Compatible with many other file splitters on other platforms.
9.0 Ordering the Registered Version of MasterSplitter
You can now order online using your Visa or MasterCard on our secure web
server at:
http://www.worldy.com/~tomasoft
(Or directly at:
http://www.getsoftware.com/cgi/info.gsc?productid=185 ).
OR you can send a check or money order payable to "TomaSoft Corporation"
by completing the following form. Please note that provincial tax should
only be added if you are ordering from Ontario. Add $2.50 for shipping
and handling if you require delivery by regular mail.
Product: MasterSplitter for Windows 95 Version 1.7
Number of Copies ______ x $10 US ( or $14 CDN)
Total = ______ x 8% (Ontario Residents add Prv. Tax)
= ______
Add $2.50 Shipping & Handling if by regular mail:
= ______
For quantities greater than 30, write to TomaSoft Corporation at the
address below (or by e-mail) to discuss site license arrangements.
Name: __________________________________
Company: __________________________________
Address: __________________________________
City, State, Zipcode: __________________________________
Country: __________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
E-Mail address: __________________________________(For Updates etc)
Date: __________________________________
Method of shipment:
(Check One) By E-mail: [ ] OR By Regular Mail: [ ]
Where did you get / or how did you hear about MasterSplitter for Windows 95?:
__________________________________
Comments:
Mail the completed form and a cheque or money order to:
TomaSoft Corporation
33 Aristotle Drive
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Canada
L4S 1J7
Other comments or suggestions can be sent by e-mail to
tomasoft@worldy.com.
Check out http://www.worldy.com/~tomasoft for more information.