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- LOCKS VER-5 11-11-91
-
- The first time you run locks5, the program will use its default settings
- You must set the program to the keystrokes that you prefer
-
- Initial settings Press "a" and then "b"
- This program is CASE sensitive
-
- This program Generates 2 files "LOG and LOG.ALM" Please ensure that you
- don't already use these files as they will be amended.
-
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-
- PUBLIC DOMAIN
- The locks program is given to the Public Domain with the express wish
- that no charge is made for its sale or use. The Locks program may be
- freely copied and used by any computer user, but it would be
- appreciated if you would donate £1 to the charity of your choice if
- you decide to use the program.
- Please ensure that the Program and Documentation file are distributed
- together.
-
- PROGRAM FILES
- When downloaded the Locks5 program comprises the following:
- LOCKS5.EXE 50940 11-11-91 16:30
- LOCKS5.DOC 5504 11-11-91
- Your set-up will be saved as:
- LOCKS.DAT
-
- DESCRIPTION
- The Locks program is designed to protect your system from the casual
- browser or a passing opportunist. The program is NOT designed to
- keep a determined computer user from your system, although it might
- delay them a bit.
-
- The program can be called from your AUTOEXEC.BAT file to run automatically
- or called up at any time from DOS.
-
- MEMORY
- Locks is not memory resident and once you have entered your code the
- program will unload and leave all your memory free.
-
- SCREEN-SAVER
- Locks has a built in screen saver, If the program is running unattended
- the screen saver will switch in after 2 minutes, this is to minimize
- any chance of screen damage and alows the locks program to protect your
- system for any period of time. The screen saver beeps periodically to
- remind you that the system is running.
-
- TIMER
- The program has a timer function, that will enable you to specify a period
- in which to find the code. This function would normally be used in
- conjunction with the autoexec.bat file. ie:
-
- install the locks program in autoexec.bat (see SET-UP)
-
- at the DOS prompt type LOCKS4
- Enter your Code
- enter "Y" when asked - "Press any Key" -
- Set the timer say for 30 seconds
- set the timer to on
- save the settings
- re-start the computer
-
- The locks program will now load and display on the screen
-
- "You have 30 Seconds"
-
- If the selected code is not entered within this time, the system will
- lock up. This function makes life harder for the person attempting to
- crack your code.
-
- CHANGING SETTINGS
- at the DOS prompt type LOCKS4
- Enter your Code
- enter "Y" when asked - "Press any Key" -
-
- This will take you to the changes section where all the elements of the
- program may be changed.
-
- The colours in the program may be altered to suit the individual at the
- same menu. Dont forget to save your changes.
-
- LOG FILE
- The program enters the time and date on a file called LOG when it is
- used and enters any attempted interference on a file called LOG.ALM.
-
- Either file may be looked at by using the TYPE command or reading via
- a word processor. ie (TYPE LOG)
-
- SET-UP
- To protect your computer at start up, put the locks program as the first
- Item in your autoexec.bat file eg
-
- ECHO OFF
- CLS
- LOCKS4
- FILES = 20
- BUFFERS = 20
-
- Set the files and buffers to suit the software that you normally use.
-
- To protect your computer while you are away for a break, just type in
- LOCKS4 at the DOS prompt press return, then go to the changes menu and
- switch off the Timer. If anyone attempts to use the machine it will lock
- up after logging the time and date.
-
- The program gives a person 3 attempts at finding the code. If the code
- is not found, the computer will Lock up, and will require a re-boot.
- When the computer locks up it shrills the speaker, this usually
- frightens the offending perpetrator shitless as well. Just make
- sure your beep is well turned up.
-
- This program is not clever or high tech, but has been used in an
- office environment for some time and gives a degree of security for the
- day to day info on hard disc machines
-
- The locks program is donated to the Public Domain as an example
- program only, no responsibility can be taken by the author for any
- problems howsoever caused when using the Locks software.
-
- If you have any problems or suggestions please leave a message to
- Tudor Barker on Valente's BBs. Dorchester. Dorset. England.
- 044 0305 251830 Line 1
- 044 0305 251489 Line 2
-
- Sysop Derek Bryant
-
- This has to be one of the Best BBs in the Country
-
- THANKS
- To Stuart Vernon for pointing out that I had Left Ctrl C untrapped.
- I'd left this untrapped when developing the proggy, so I could get out.
- I've also stuck in the Date in British Format at the top right, as
- another user had asked for that facility.
-
- Hope you find the locks program useful
-
- Tudor