Wincode: a uucoder for Windows (C) Snappy_Inc. (1993,1994) -------------------------------------------------------------- written by George H. Silva ***PLEASE DISTRIBUTE FREELY WITH ALL FILES INTACT*** Files: WINCODE.EXE the main executable program WINCODE.HLP the HELP file WINSORT.EXE a companion file-sort utility INSTALL.EXE the Install/Upgrade program INSTALL.INI INSTALL information file SUM.EXE a BONUS "sum -r/size" DOS utility README.TXT this file About Wincode: Wincode is a Windows 3.1 program which converts 7-bit ASCII (Text) files to 8-bit BINARY (EXE, COM, GIF, etc.) files (and vice versa) through a process known as uucoding. This ASCII/BINARY conversion allows you to send and receive binary files via e-mail or any other ascii-based communications system. It provides a quick and easy way to distribute programs to people all over the world (it takes a few minutes, on average, for e-mail to reach across the world). UUcoding is also a common practice on many Internet NewsGroups in which users wish to exchange binary data. If you spend any time on the Internet, you should own a UUcoder. If you use Windows, then Wincode is for you. I originally wrote this program for my own needs and released it to the public as FREEWARE. I did not expect such a positive response to this small utility but have since been encouraged to upgrade and support it. However, I want to make a distinction here: this program is FREEWARE, it is NOT Public Domain. I still retain the Copyright to the source code and to the use and distribution of the program. See the HELP file for further copyright and distribution info. I hope others find this program as useful as I do and if so, drop me a line at the address(es) in the HELP file. Wincode is 100% compatible with all standard UUcoders. I have tried to incorporate as many extra features as possible to make the uucoding process painless. The average user may not need/use all of Wincode's features, but hey, they are Free!` Wincode Features (brief): - Full featured Windows 3.1 program - Drag and Drop support! (use for batch en/de-coding) - SMART decoding (see HELP file for more details) - Fully configurable...I'm not joking! - EMBL UUcode compatible. - Supports UU, XX or User defined En/De-coding - Includes INSTALL program for upgrades and checking file integrity (virus free) - Integrated file-sorting companion program (separate executable for easier upgrading) which handles MANY types of file header formats. - It's ALL FREE... Requirements: - IBM compatible running DOS 3.3 or higher - 286 or higher processor with at least 2MB memory - Windows 3.1 running in standard or enhanced mode - About 370K of disk space Installing/Running Wincode: If you have not already done so, expand the ZIP archive into a temporary directory (I'd suggest a floppy-disk). Start Windows, select FILE|RUN from Program Manager or File Manager and type in the full path of the INSTALL.EXE program (run it). The INSTALL program will copy all the files to a directory you specify (overwriting older files) and Upgrade your WINCODE.INI if you are running an older version of Wincode. Now, install WINCODE.EXE as an icon (see the WINCODE.HLP file or your Windows manuals) or use Program/File Manager's FILE|RUN option to run Wincode (type in the full path of WINCODE.EXE). When you have Wincode running, chose HELP|CONTENTS and read the help file for information on Using and Configuring Wincode. Have Fun... ***IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL files (listed above) must be present in the same directory for Installer to function properly. You should INSTALL first, then move selected files to directories of your choice (i.e. delete the README.TXT, place SUM.EXE in your DOS directory, etc.). The install program performs checksum analysis on each file to ensure you have an original version. If you recieve a BAD Checksum message, you: a) have a corrupted file or; b) have a virus infected file. If you need any help, send info to the address(es) in the HELP file. (I suggest reading the ENTIRE Help file since it *fully* explains all of Wincode's options) BONUS 'sum -r/size' Utility: I have included a small DOS executable which will quickly calculate UNIX 'sum -r/size' checksums. This program is useful for checking the integrity of files that have been transferred over communications lines that are questionable (or, to some extent, checking for virus infections). Wincode now supports both line and/or file Checksum checking while decoding and will insert Checksums (line and/or file) while encoding. This utlity is provided as a stand-alone DOS program. For program usage, type 'SUM' (with no parameters) at the DOS prompt. Availability: Recent versions of Wincode (or other Snappy_Inc software) are always available at the following locations: - CompuServe (check the WinShare forum; keyword: Snappy, Wincode, etc.) - The Nebuolic Cheese BBS [SysOp: Stephen Lau] phone# (415) 949-1788 - located in the Los Altos, Ca. area (USA) (this is an Official Snappy_Inc. Software Release Site for the West coast; I'm the East coast release site - see below) - The Internet - OK, so this isn't *very* specific...but, if you have access to the internet, ARCHIE for: WNCODExx.ZIP where "xx" is the version number, i.e. WNCODE22.ZIP for version 2.2 ... Other Snappy_Inc. Software: I generally develop utility programs for Windows 3.1. I currently have a handful of programs that I'm working on (some finished; most are in the works) which I will release as FREEWARE. These include a Windows Program Uninstaller and a Program Launcher. I welcome all ideas for future projects. Mailing List: I have been trying to maintain a mailing list of all users who have offered advice, bug reports or helped in BETA testing. Being on this list entitles you to FREE upgrades (personally e-mailed pre-releases) and support. (in other words, you don't have to download Wincode from the Internet or an Online Service/BBS). For more information see the HELP file. George.--- - portions of this program copyright (c) 1991,1993 Borland - Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation - GIF is a service mark of CompuServe Incorporated