! Countdown: The SysTray icon shows remaining time normally
! Shutdown: The program won't get into an infinite loop if the default command doesn't require any power-saving functions (i.e., if default command is Alarm, Screensaver, Eject CD, CTIF, etc.)
! Automatic shutdown: 'Shutdown Every Day' should work now (thanks go to Stephen Richards for finding this bug)
! Shutdown: Hibernation works normally (thanks go to Arne (pi82) for finding the bug)
* Interface: Uses Segoe UI (Vista's default font); some items are repositioned to make it look more 'symmetrical'
* Source: Ported to Delphi 2006 -> uses Indy 10, JVCL, doesn't use RXLib anymore. 'Sky' is no longer available
* Shutdown: Shutdown for Sure enhanced
* Parameters: Parameters can have a '-', '/' or '--' prefix
+ Logging: Verbose logging added. Launch Shutdown Monster with the parameter 'v' to use it
+ CPU usage: 'Shutdown only if there is no data input' should work now (but it is off by default, for stability and security purposes)
Version Ocean - 4.0.4 Official Bugfixes
Released [10/02/2005]
- 'Parental control' removed
- 'Shutdown only if there is no data input' currently not working
! 'Shutdown only if there is no data input' bugfixing started (currently not working - but it will in next version!)
! Application really gets minimized when checkbox is checked
! A space (' ') was missing from the SysTray icon's hint (when using CPU-usage-based shutdown)
! Changing the language won't screw up the default command
! Master volume is faded down, not only the Wave
! Saving bugfixes (for 'Countdown')
! Icon on the taskbar isn't showed when the program minimizes itself.... (third try)
! Loading bugfixes (default command and some other stuffs are now loaded for sure, finally)
! Volume was always turned down - no matter if the checkbox was checked or not
* More things show up at the splash screen
* 'Clear temporary files' clears more stuff (i.e.: Recycle Bin, IE's Temporary Internet Files, Common Dialog's MRUs, Run Dialog's MRUs)
+ Application can be fully hidden on launch
+ You can select between different configurations
Version Ocean - 4.0.3 Official Splash screen
Released [09/09/2005]
! Missing translations fixed
! The 'About' and the countdown forms are created only when they're needed - hopefully the program uses less memory
! 'Launch before shutdown' works normally
! Icon on the tray isn't showed when the program minimizes itself; ergh! I can't believe I'm so lame that I have to fix everything twice to make it work properly! Dammit.
* .beats updated
+ Splash screen
Version Ocean - 4.0.2 Official Some parts of the program were in Hungarian only
Released [08/30/2005]
! Missing translations fixed
! Everything uses Settings.ini; Shutdown.ini isn't created anymore
! Installer overwrites language files - I don't know whether it's good or not; e.g. if you have your own translations, they won't work perfectly, since Languages.ini is overwritten
+ Check for updates automagically
+ Includes .beats, which is a clock that can show the: Internet Time, Dime (Decimal Time) and of course the 'normal' Time. You can choose which time zone to use: your own (Local), UT (GMT) or CET
Version Ocean - 4.0.1 Official SysTray-specific bugfixes
Released [08/27/2005]
! Icon on the tray isn't showed when you minimize the program
! Clicking on the SysTray icon brings the application window to the front; when minimized, double-click is needed
! Time remaining shown in the SysTray (when using Countdown) works properly (hopefully)
* Settings.ini is used instead of Shutdown.ini
* The SysTray icon's hints work always, not only when using Countdown
Version Ocean - 4.0 Official More precise timing
Released [08/01/2005]
! Volume is set back after next launch (if 'Start on system launch' and 'Fade out volume before shutdown' are checked)
! The SysTray icon's hint displays the remaining time correctly (hours, minutes or seconds), this time not only for the first second :P
! 'Check for Updates' (C4U) and 'Synchronize time' functions work in low priority --> won't make the program freeze down
* "Shutdown for Sure" changed (checking 36 times in 180 seconds (5 seconds intervals) became checking once, after 2 minutes :]). The 'second try' is forced in any case, ensuring that your PC will really shut down
* Timing (Countdown, CPU usage) works in high priority --> they're more precise
Version Ocean - 4.0 Beta (RC1) Shutdown if CPU usage is low!
Released [07/20/2005]
!* About box bugfixed and updated (sorry, Monsty is removed from the about box :P)
* The tray icon is always visible
* New Monster! The New Generation!
+ Fade out volume before shutdown
+ Shutdown if CPU usage is low
Version Ocean - 3.2.32.32 Official Languages working again :)
Released [05/30/2005]
! Language-loading bugfix
* Translation finished
Version X - 3.2.0.14 Never released SysTray icon shows the remaining time properly
! Atomic Clock bugfix. Maybe it will really time out after 7 seconds
* The SysTray icon's hint displays the remaining time correctly (hours, minutes or seconds)
* Command-line parameters shortened
* German language available again (but the languages are still not completely finished)
Version X - 3.2.0.13 fix.tv release Had to re-release, because I deleted the previous file :-/
Released [01/21/2005]
* Just a re-release
Version X - 3.2.0.12 fix.tv release Uses "Shutdown for Sure" technology. Now it "Shuts Down for Sure"!
Released [01/20/2005]
! Atomic Clock times out after 7 seconds
! The tab key works well again
! Added a "Shutdown for Sure" timer. If the PC should be already off, but it isn't, it'll shutdown it again. Checks every 5 seconds, for 180 seconds (36 times).
! Lot of major and minor bugfixes
* Ported to Delphi 2005
Version Halloween - 3.2.0.11 Official Face-up: Halloween Monsta, new images on the buttons
Released [10/31/2004]
! Announcer-checkbox loading/saving bugfix
* Changed some glyphs on the buttons :P
* Halloween Monster
* Version number is shown in the about box
Version X - 3.2.0.10 Official Windows-hints :)
Released [10/23/2004]
! Saving bugfix, again
* Hints are the ones used by Windows
Version X - 3.2.0.9 Never released Talkback to Client
! Saving bugfix
! Logging updated, logs commands given on 'Fast Access' tab
+ Feedback when Server gets a command (experimental)
Version X - 3.2.0.8 Official Size drop (.BPLs not included)
Released [10/15/2004]
! Uses port 38100 -> port not used by any other applications
! You can download necessary files in a separate package -> huge size drop (486 KB -> 132 KB)
You have to download the package only once (1.76 MB)!
http://shutdown.sf.net/shutdown/bpl.exe
Version 3.2.0.7 Official C/S fixes
Released [10/12/2004]
! Client/Server fixes
Version 3.2.0.6 Never released Now it works everywhere in the World :)
! 'Countdown' didn't work in countries using AM/PM (in England, in the USA, etc.)
Version 3.2.0.5 Official Standby
Released [10/08/2004]
- Plug-in part removed
! 'Standby' finished
! Some improvements in the German language file
Version 3.2.0.4 Never released Standby
- Some things are deleted from the SysTray icon's menu
+ 'Standby' added
Version 3.2.0.3 Never released C4U works :)
! 'Check for Updates' bugfix
Version 3.2.0.2 Never released C4U works better
* 'Check for updates' enhanced
Version 3.2.0.1 Hotfix Client/Server Works with spaces
Released [10/05/2004]
! Minor Client/Server bugfix
Version 3.2.0.0 Official German language updates
Released [10/04/2004]
! Some GUI improvements for the German language file
!* Official release, German language file updated
Version 3.1.0.53 Beta Face-up to the Client
Released [10/02/2004]
! Eject CD/Close Tray improved
* The client looks like the server now
!* A lot of bug fixes and enhancements in the client/server part
Version 3.1.0.45 Beta Remote control
Released [10/01/2004]
+ Shutdown Monster is Client/Server now
Version 3.1.0.5 Official Clearer options, much easier to use
Released [09/10/2004]
! Some improvements in the German language file
* Redesigned the 'Other' tab, it's named 'Advanced' now. It's much easier to use!
Version 3.1.0.3 Official Enhanced countdown, selectable sound packs
Released [09/03/2004]
- Doesn't use Internet Time anymore
! Some major bugs fixed
! 'Clear Temporary Internet Files' now really clears them
! Doesn't check automatically for update anymore (could freeze computers without active internet connection)
* Countdown enhanced (you can type in hours and seconds as well, not only minutes)
* You can set the program to synchronize system time automatically
+ 'Stay always on top' function
+ Countdown timer (starts 9 seconds before shutdown) with selectable sound packs
