QUANTRIX SECUREIT PRO README - version 4.70 ***************************************************** *** TO VIEW THIS FILE, PLEASE MAXIMIZE THE WINDOW *** ***************************************************** -> General Information SecureIt Pro is a versatile security application for your Windows desktop. Use SecureIt Pro to lock your computer when you're not there, to stop malicious users from accessing your desktop, or simply for fun. Using it is easy - just enter a password and click Lock - SecureIt Pro does the rest. Disabling the main Windows key functions, like Ctrl+Alt+Del, Alt+Tab, the Windows key, and the Ctrl+Esc key combination; SecureIt Pro can also disable the Windows boot keys; detect for cold boots; allow other people to leave messages; log incorrect password attempts; or even hide itself every few seconds. Advanced customizability options include the ability to block out offensive words from messages; to stop certain people from leaving messages; setting the background appearance while SecureIt Pro is locked; determining audio visual warnings to notify people of an incorrect password attempt; setting multiple passwords so that more than one user can unlock SecureIt Pro; log events, password protect the main interface and settings; and even verify that the entered password is correct. User friendly features abound - the ability to set password reminders is great for users who tend to be on the forgetful side of life. For security-minded users, lock the settings so that only people who know the valid password will be able to change the settings. Also, the advanced Keydisk feature provides for more security by using a disk as a 'key' to lock and unlock SecureIt Pro. For more settings, users can use the advanced settings dialog to access deeper settings regarding SecureIt Pro's operation, like how SecureIt Pro behaves after it is unlocked; where the registry values are stored; or define shortcut keys for easy access to SecureIt Pro's functions. In addition to shortcut keys for ease-of-access, the QuickSecure and QuickLock features of SecureIt Pro allow users to quickly secure their computer. ****************************** CONTENTS: ------------------------------ 1 - INSTALLATION 2 - UNINSTALLATION 3 - MISCELLANEOUS 4 - DISCLAIMER 5 - CONTACT INFORMATION ------------------------------ ****************************** **** Users who are updating SecureIt Pro please note **** ALL EXISTING USERS PLEASE NOTE: It is recommended that you remove the current installation of SecureIt Pro from your system before you install a newer version. Uninstallation instructions can be found below. **** ALL USERS PLEASE NOTE **** SecureIt Pro utilizes the Microsoft HTML Help system. You should update your HTML Help installation to the latest version. It can be found at: http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/tools/htmlhelp/wkshp/hhupd.exe Users who have Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or above installed should not need this update. -> 1 - Installation Double click the Setup.exe file, and follow the on-screen instructions. SecureIt Pro will be installed on your computer. Consult the SecureIt Pro help file for more information regarding the usage of SecureIt Pro. -> 2 - Uninstallation Use the built-in Windows Add/Remove Programs Control Panel applet. To access it, click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs and select the 'SecureIt Pro' entry from the list. -> 3 - Miscellaneous Windows® is a Registered Trademark of Microsoft Corporation. SecureIt Pro is a trademark of SecureItPro (SecitPro) of Quantrix Corporation. -> 4 - DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY - The User accepts all risks which may arise from the use of the Software, including but not limited to errors in the transmission or corruption of existing data or software. Quantrix makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and specifically disclaims any warranty of noninfringement of third parties' rights, warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose. The User's rights may vary from country to country, state to state. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY - To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in NO event shall Quantrix or its suppliers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever (including, but not limited to, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use the Software, or the provision of or failure to provide support services, even if Quantrix shall have been advised of the possibility of such damages. You must read and agree to the terms stated in the End User's License Agreement before using this software. Please consult eula.txt for more information. -> 5 - Contact Information WEBSITE: http://go.to/quantrix E-MAIL: Quantrix: quantrix@mail.com -- 10:25 PM 17/01/02 --