Spincycle Software's Zip Projects Readme file

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Introduction
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Thanks for downloading a copy of Zip Projects! Zip projects is a 
compression program that helps simplify repeated backups of a group 
of files or directories by creating zip projects. Each zip project 
can then be backed up by one simple mouse click.

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Features
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- easy to use interface, consistent with the look and feel of Windows98 
- the Add New Project Wizard makes it easy for even beginners to create
 zip projects 
- flexible version information file naming to manage multiple backups, 
including incrementing filenames and adding date 
- projects are backed up to zip files, compatible with all common zip 
programs such as WinZip
- projects can have multiple sources: files, directories, and file types
can be used
- ability to exclude files, directories, file types, and files larger
than a specified size from the backup
- AutoBackup ensures you won’t lose valuable data by notifying you when 
backups should be performed 
- folders provide a useful system of organizing your projects into groups 
- Zip Shortcut files add more flexibility and integration for backups 
into the Windows environment 



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Setup
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Run the installation program setup.exe. 
Once finished, click on the Zip Projects icon. To create a new project, 
click on the Add New Project Wizard icon. The Wizard will guide you through 
the rest of the creation process. See the on-line help file for more 
information. 

Note: If you are installing over an older beta version, you will be granted
another 30 days to evaluate the software.


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Order
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This version of Zip Projects is released as shareware.  You may evaluate 
Zip Projects on your system at no charge for 30 days.  If after 30 days 
you decide to keep it, you must purchase a registered copy. A single license is $24.95 US (Volume discounts are available upon request). 

Ordering is done through Register Now's secure online ordering. After your order has been processed, a registration code will be sent to you within 24 hours. This code will entitle you to unlimited use of Zip Projects, without any display of the nag screen upon startup. In addition you will receive free email support and software updates. 

Visit the Spincycle Software (http://spincycleweb.hypermart.net) website for more information.


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Version History
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v 1.00 January 22, 2000
-date version info updated to update/freshen/delete/increment backup
-fixed bug which prevented hidden/system files from being added when exclude was used; added ability to include hidden/system files

v 1.00 [Beta Release 9] January 12, 2000
-fixed bug affecting source elements after deleting a project
-import/export project functionality added

v 1.00 [Beta Release 8] November 21, 1999
-fixed exclude file types - some files were not excluded before (it was case dependant)
-added copy and paste functionality

v 1.00 [Beta Release 7] November 18, 1999
-fixed Wizard so if include subfolders option is selected, Add folder names is selected
as well
-revised the Add Source window so Include File Type can't be used without a directory

v 1.00 [Beta Release 6] November 11, 1999
-implemented Update, Freshen, and Delete options used if a backup exists for the No Version Information setting

v 1.00 [Beta Release 5] October 17, 1999
-added compiling file list message before backing up
-fixed cancel command when backing up
-other small fixes as usual

v 1.00 [Beta Release 4] September 2, 1999
-added ability to exclude files larger than a certain size
-completed a large portion of the help file
-other fixes and additions

v 1.00 [Beta Release 3] August 31, 1999
-added multiple source capability (include/exclude)
-added ability to enable/ disable AutoBackup's monitoring of individual projects
-various fixes and additions

v 1.00 [Beta Release 2] August 3, 1999
-added AutoBackup feature
-added Backup All option for folders
-many minor fixes

v 1.00 [Beta Release 1] July 30, 1999
-first public release of Zip Projects


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Future Plans
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-complete the on-line help
-import/export must be updated to support multiple sources
...email Spincycle Software with your suggestions


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Known Errors/Limitations
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-because this is a beta release of Zip Projects, there are some features that 
have not been added yet, and other features may not work succesfully. 
-if you discover any problems or have any suggestions, please contact us:


Contact
web:   http://surf.to/Spincycle
       http://spincycleweb.hypermart.net	
email: support@spincycleweb.hypermart.net
