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- Random Test Generator-PRO V2.0
- ===============================
-
- Copyright 1999, Timothy Hirtle. All Rights Reserved.
-
- Release Date: 1/2/99
-
- Note: Random Test Generator-PRO is Y2K compliant
-
-
-
- Object:
- =======
-
- The object of Random Test Generator-PRO is to allow educators to create
- test databanks which questions can be randomly selected. This serves
- two purposes, one is that it allows an entire class to receive different
- tests on the same subject, eliminating cheating and other test compromises.
- Second, it eliminates the instructor the burden of selecting test questions
- themselves. The idea is to maintain a large databank of questions of which
- this program will select from making all your tests unique.
-
-
- Description:
- ============
-
- Random Test Generator-PRO is designed for educators at any level to develop
- databanks of test questions from which randomly selected questions are then
- extracted to create tests. Each databank acts as a repository to house a
- wide range of questions for a specific topic. There are no limits to amount
- of questions which can be stored in each databank and no limit to the number
- of databanks which may be created.
-
- The Test Builder option can be set to tell this program exactly how many
- questions to select from each databank to create a single test. Random
- Test Generator-PRO⌐ will then randomly select questions within each
- databank requested by the user without selecting the exact same question
- twice. These tests may be administered on the computer with an optional timer
- or printed on paper. Tests administered on the computer may be automatically
- graded.
-
- This professional version adds many new features which standard version
- does not contain. You may now add Graphics, AVI videos, WAV and/or MIDI
- sound files to any question in a databank. Both databanks and completed
- tests are maintained in Microsoft« Access database files for reliability
- and security. Best of all, MS-Access« is not required to use this product,
- all the functionality is built-in Random Test Generator-PRO⌐. This program
- is a must for educators!
-
-
- Requirements:
- =============
-
- - Windows 95/98/NT4+
-
-
-
- Installation:
- =============
-
- - Run SETUP.EXE using the RUN option from the START BUTTON or double-click
- on the SETUP.EXE icon from the Program Manager. Follow the SETUP
- instructions.
-
-
- NOTE: Shareware users will see a Registration box when the application is
- first activated. In order to review this program you must select the CONTINUE
- button. The REGISTER button is for registered users to use once they have a
- registration code.
-
-
-
- Distribution:
- =============
-
- - Random Test Generator is distributed as Shareware. The Author maintains
- all rights to the program in its entirety. See the LICENSE.TXT file for
- licensing and evuating details.
-
- - Random Test Generator may be distributed freely as long as the
- integrity of Shareware is maintained.
-
- - In the tradition of Shareware, the author grants a 30 day trial period
- to the user to decide whether they want to keep the program. If so, a
- $59.95 payment (plus shipping and handling, see order form) is required.
- If not, then before the 30 days is up, you must delete the program from
- your system.
-
- - Volume discount pricing. Here is a breakdown of Hirtle Software's
- volume discounts based on number of registrations requested:
-
- Quantity Price per Copy Discount Percentage
- 1 - 9 $59.95 0%
- 10 - 49 $56.95 5%
- 50 - 99 $53.96 10%
- 100 - 499 $47.96 20%
- 500 - More $41.97 30%
-
- - This version is FREE to all previous registered users of Random Test
- Generator. This offer applies only to registered users of version 1.5
- and below who have originally registered that version PRIOR to the
- release date of this professional version 2.0. Anyone who has purchased
- Random Test Generator version 1.5 or below after the release date of
- this version, may upgrade to this version for $29.95 (plus shipping and
- handling, see order form). Only one free or reduced rate upgrade is
- allowed per original registration. This Free Upgrade offer is valid
- through October 1, 1999.
-
- - If you are a registered user of a previous version of Random Test Generator
- and requesting a free or reduced rate upgrade, you must send Hirtle Software
- e-mail or utilize the order form via postal mail. In order to be eligible,
- you must provide the full name of the registered user, approximate date of
- original purchase and the method of payment the original purchase was made
- (i.e. check, credit card, Compuserve, etc...). Normally, you will receive
- an upgrade code via e-mail. However, anytime you request an upgrade requiring
- a shipment of floppy disks, a shipping and handling fee is required to
- fulfill your request. Any free or reduced rate upgrade request eligibility
- will be at the sole determination of Hirtle Software.
-
- - Note: Any free, reduced rate upgrade or volume discounts cannot be handled
- via the online credit card method. This method can only be used to purchase
- software at the full price. Users who purchase software via this method are
- soley responsible and accept the pricing which the online web site identifies
- at the time of purchase (acceptance) online.
-
- - Use the Order Form under the HELP munu of this software or use the
- ORDERING.TXT file to order this software now.
-
- Would you rather use a major credit card? Here's How:
-
- Secure Online Internet: http://members.xoom.com/hirtlesoft/
- http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/hirtle/
- TOLL-FREE: 1-877-REGSOFT (1-877-734-7638)
- International Customers: (770) 497-9126
- Fax: (770) 497-9234 (provide card type, number and
- expiration date. Visa, MasterCard,
- American Express and Discover cards
- accepted)
-
-
-
-
- Shareware Limitations:
- ======================
-
- - A maximum of 25 questions may be added to databanks.
- (No question limit for registered version)
-
- - A maximum of 10 questions can be selected to create random tests. Includes
- screen or printed tests. (No question limit for registered version)
-
- - Starting and exiting program will display registration reminder windows.
- (No reminder screens will auto display for registered version)
-
- - Registration advertising on toolbar. Unable to hide toolbar.
- (No toolbar advertising and toolbar may be hidden for registered version)
-
-
-
- Disclaimer:
- ===========
-
- Random Test Generator-PRO has no expressed or implied warranty. The user
- accepts full responsibility for this program by loading it on their
- computer. At no time is the author responsible for any hardware or
- software malfunctions caused by Random Test Generator-PRO. Although the
- author knows of no such problems from this software, he is not liable
- if any should occur.
-
-
-
-
- Release Standard Version Information:
- =====================================
-
- V1.0:
- =====
-
- - Initial Release.
-
-
-
- V1.1:
- =====
-
- - Fixed bug in Video Test. If more than one video test was set-up, the previous
- student answers would be pre-filled into new exam.
-
- - Added a Replace option to search for and replace specified text with verification.
-
- - Added highlights to found text for easy viewing in Find, Find Next, and replace options.
-
- - Reformated Shareware Registration screens.
-
- - Added an ability to print an entire database file.
-
- - Added the ability to select up to 10 files to manually select questions from.
-
- - Added a View List capability, to list all databank files and entries in each.
- also added completed Test file viewing capability.
-
- - Modified Password Login-in window to be more restrictive.
-
- - Set all windows to center when they pop-up.
-
- - Prevented users from editing Help file. It now can not be written to.
-
- - Set screen objects to resize when a lower resolution monitor is used.
-
-
-
- v1.2:
- =====
-
- - Administrative release to update registration information.
-
-
-
- V1.3:
- =====
-
- - Fixed a small bug whereby occassionally you could not open a specified
- test databank file.
-
- - Fixed a bug in the View menu that would exit the application if a file
- was unreadable. Now it will alert the user of such, and continue running.
-
- - Fixed a bug where some buttons would display strange colors.
-
- - Added the ability to select any font available on your system for printed tests.
- You may also set the font size and whether you want it bold or standard.
-
-
-
- V1.4:
- =====
-
- - Administrative release to update authors new address.
-
-
-
- V1.5:
- =====
-
- - Modified the password function in the defaults menu. Reminder boxes and
- a de-activate password option has been added. Fixed a bug where in some cases
- the application would ask for a password when initially installed.
-
- - Added a help button to the Print Test window to aid users in this area.
-
- - RTG can now be used in a root directory (not recommended) if desired.
-
-
-
- Professional Version Information:
- =================================
-
- V2.0 Initial Release:
- ======================
-
- - 32-Bit operating system only such as Windows 95/98/NT4+
-
- - Full Microsoft« Access database support. All test questions are now
- contained in a true database. This allows for a high degree of security
- and reliability in databanks with almost no concern of file corruption.
-
- - Videos (AVI), still graphics or sounds (WAV/MIDI) can now be included in any
- test question. This new feature is a significant change from previous
- versions which had no capability to add anything other than a text question.
-
- - Printing update. This professional version has completly modified printing.
- Previous versions did not work with many printers, this upgrade drastically
- changes that. Almost any printer will work with this version. Also print
- previewing was added.
-
- - Up to 25 test databanks can now be used to generate a single exam. Previous
- versions only allowed up to 10.
-
- - All generated tests are archived to a Microsoft« Access database file and
- can be reviewed, printed or retaken on the computer at any time.
-
- - Import feature was added to convert your existing test databank files
- automatically into Microsoft« Access database files designed specifically
- for Random Test Generator-PRO.
-
- - If you own Microsoft« Access you may use these files with that program. If
- not, no worry, all the MS-Access functionality needed to create and
- maintain secure databank and test files is embedded into Random Test
- Generator-PRO.
-
- - Fixed a bug in previous version which would reformat the database whenever
- a comma was used. Commas can be used now without any worry.
-
-
-
- Hirtle Software is on the WWW. The latest versions can be found here including
- other fine software products. You can get the latest information, preview software
- on-line, and download the latest versions all at one location. If you are online
- and have Random Password Generator-PRO running, use the HIRTLE SOFTWARE HOMEPAGE
- option under the HELP menu item to be transported director to there on your browser.
-
-
- WWW Addresses:
- ==============
-
- http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/hirtle/
- http://members.xoom.com/hirtlesoft/
- http://www.digitalriver.com/dr/v2/ec_MAIN.Entry?CID=0&SP=10007&SID=33
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-
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