Welcome to HtmlDiff 2.0
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*** Introduction ***
ComponentSoftware HTMLDiff (CS-HTMLDiff) is an advanced file-difference analysis tool for Microsoft Windows. HTMLDiff is a great asset to anyone in need of analyzing changes which have been made between two revisions of the same file or folder. HTMLDiff  is commonly used when analyzing HTML and XML documents.

HtmlDiff Key features:
· Rich text display provides a unique, intuitive difference analysis.
· Analysis results in a single screen, making it ideal for printout.
· Comparison of local or remote documents stored on internet servers using either FTP, HTTP and HTTPS protocols.
· Folder comparison for analyzing websites that span over multiple directories. Compressed folders (ZIP files) are also supported.
· Folder comparison window sorted by any key.
· HTML reports for both single-file and folder analysis.
· Analysis of XML documents.
· Analysis of MS-Word documents .
· Print and print preview of difference analysis.

New features in HtmlDiff version 2.0:
· Comparison of compressed folders (ZIP files) for comparing an archived website with a current one.
· Support for remote document comparison over FTP, HTTP and HTTPS protocols.
· Improved accuracy.
· 'Ignore Format' option improved to ignore URL changes and other formatting changes.
· Improved filtering of JavaScript code in visual mode.
· Additional minor improvements.

Fixes in version 2.0:
· Bug in Report command in folder analysis fixed.
· Additional fixes.

For HTMLDiff tips and tricks and for new version information, visit the HTMLDiff home page at: http://www.ComponentSoftware.com/products/htmldiff/

HTMLDiff is based on the HTMLDiff ActiveX control which lets you add the HTMLDiff functionality to your own applications and web pages. For full information, refer to: 
http://www.componentsoftware.com/products/DiffControl/index.htm


*** Installation and Activation ***

Uninstall any previously installed version of CS-HTMLDiff.
Run HTMLDiff.exe from a temporary folder and follow the instructions in order to install HTMLDiff to the desired location. 
(e.g., C:\Program Files\HTMLDiff)


*** To uninstall HTMLDiff ***

Run Uninstall.exe from your HTMLDiff program folder for the program and all its components to be uninstalled
or
click Start, Settings and then Add/Remove programs and select HTMLDiff from the list of installed programs.


*** Requirements ***

Windows 95/98/Me/XP or Windows NT/2000 (NT 3.51 & 4.0 or later).

*** Technical Support ***

If you encounter any problem with HTMLDiff or have any comments, please visit:  
http://www.componentsoftware.com/asp/profile/MainSupport.asp
   
*** Order and Purchase ***
For purchase and order information, refer to:
http://www.componentsoftware.com/asp/orders/list.asp?IDProduct=HTMLDiff 

Note: A special discount is available for registered users of CS-RCS. To take advantage of this offer, please login to the CS-RCS customer site and click "Special offers".

*** Stay Informed ***

For up-to-date HTMLDiff information and new version notification, visit the HTMLDiff home page at http://www.ComponentSoftware.com/products/HTMLDiff and join the HTMLDiff mailing list.

*** Other Files ***

Refer to the file LICENSE.TXT for license agreement.