JSI Tip 4845. XXCOPY personal use freeware is a logical extension of XCOPY.

Jerold Schulman

February 14, 2002

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XXCOPY is a logical extension of XCOPY. I quote the readme:

XXCOPY 

Freeware

  Release  Version 2.80.2  (2002-01-06)  Thank you for your interest in the XXCOPY freeware package.  * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *                         X X C O P Y                          X C O P Y                           C O P Y                            O P Y                             P Y                              Y             Simply, a Logical Extension to XCOPY.   XXCOPY is simply a logical extension to XCOPY.  It remains   faithfully compatible with XCOPY in the invocation syntax,   yet, adds many innovative features to be a very serious   utility for anyone who feels comfortable in managing files   in command line mode (DOS Box).  XXCOPY has grown to be not   just a file copy program but also a file removal, search and   list utility.  Its short name preserving capability makes it   ideal to clone a system disk which can be made bootable.   XXCOPY runs under Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP and comes with a   16-bit version XXCOPY16 which allows copying files in DOS   envrionment using short name only (to be later expanded to   long name).  You may also use it for synchronizing systems.   In short, it is an industrial strenth utility for system   administrators.  * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  This package contains two executable files:  README.TXT     ; this file  INSTALL.BAT    ; run this batch program without an argument  UIXXCOPY.BAT   ; uninstall the XXCOPY*.EXE files  XXCOPY.EXE     ; 32-bit Win 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP compatible program  XXPBAR.EXE     ; The Progress Bar display module  XXCOPY16.EXE   ; a 16-bit DOS program  PAD_FILE.XML   ; PAD (Portable Application Description) file    -----------------------------------------------------------------     NOTE: If you are a licensee of the XXCOPY PRO Edition, and are           interested in updating your copy of XXCOPY with the newer           version, this package is probably not for you.  This           package contains the XXCOPY Freeware which is not the same           thing as the XXCOPY-PRO Edition even with the presense of           the license (XXCOPY.LIC) file.  You must obtain your           update package directly from XXCOPY's home page.  If you           have any question, please contact Pixelab for details.     -----------------------------------------------------------------  To install the XXCOPY Freeware package, make current the temporary  directory where the above files are stored; for example,       CD  c:temp  Then, run the INSTALL.BAT program without any argument       INSTALL  The batch program is equivalent to "XXCOPY /INSTALL" but it  will generate a few extra help text at the completion of  the "XXCOPY /INSTALL" operation.    As a self-sufficient program, the XXCOPY.EXE (or XXCOPY16.EXE)  file can be placed (and executed) at any directory, or even  renamed to other name when appropriate without adverse effect.  In most circumstances, it is best to keep it in a directory which  is in the "PATH=" Environment variable so that the program is  readily available whatever the current directory setting is  at any give time.Documentations for the programs are available in three ways.1. Short command switch summary.     Run XXCOPY/XXCOPY16 with the /? switch.       Example:    xxcopy /?2. Full command switch display.     Run XXCOPY/XXCOPY16 with the /help switch.     Since the output is more than one page, it is     best you view one page at a time with "| MORE"       Example:    xxcopy /help | more                   xxcopy /helpa | more    (for alphabetic listing)3. Web-based documentation (The most complete of the three).     Visit the following web site:       http://www.xxcopy.com     And look for documentation and update information.---------------------------------------------------------------------     ================================================

X X C O P Y T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T

================================================    We provide technical support to XXCOPY users with Commercial    Use License (and equivalent form of license) via Email and the    Internet.  If you are a XXCOPY Freeware user, please do not    expect technical support directly from the publisher, Pixelab.    If you are using XXCOPY-PRO for evaluation, please understand    that your Email may not be replied on a time manner, due to the    large number of such Emails (See below).      Join the Yahoo XXCOPY Discussion Group        The best way to get answers for most questions to all      XXCOPY users is the XXCOPY discussion group sponsored      by Yahoo.            It is a forum for discussing topics related to XXCOPY. In      addition to the primary function as a bulletin board for      questions and answers, the archived communications between      members can be searched by keywords for answers that have      been brought up in the past.  You can also sign up to      subscribe to the discussion Email.  You may also post your      question by Email.  It is quite convenient and highly      recommended for all XXCOPY regulars.---------------------------------------------------------------------    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *        F R E E W A R E   L I C E N S I N G   T E R M S    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pixelab, Inc, the copyright owner of the XXCOPY software package,grants a non-exclusive license without charge to an individualwho intends to use the XXCOPY program for non-commercial purposesprovided that all of the following additional conditions are met.You may use XXCOPY under this freeware license if: 1.  You install the XXCOPY program on a computer that is your own     personal property and you are the primary user of the computer. 2.  If you transfer files between networked computers using XXCOPY,     all of the computers are also your own personal property. 3.  Or, even if the above conditions are not met, you may still use     XXCOPY for 60 days for evaluation purposes without charge.If your situation does not qualify for the freeware license,your usage will be considered as a commercial usage.  Pleasesee the section on Corporate Site Licensing below.With the freeware license, you may give your friends a copy of theXXCOPY Freeware, as long as the package is not altered and remainsas a whole.  However, for distribution on a commercial basis,you must obtain a written permission from the copyright owner,Pixelab, Inc.  See the following section on Corporate Site Licensing.Please note that Emails from freeware users may not be answered,due to the large number of Emails we receive.  If you wish toget technical support by Email, you may consider acquiring thecorporate site licensing even if your usage conforms to thefreeware licensing terms.We reserve the right to terminate the freeware status in thefuture versions of the XXCOPY program.For inclusion of XXCOPY in a Freeware distribution CD-ROM, ordownload service, please contact Pixelab for a written permission..           *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *You may give your friends a copy of this package, as long asthe package is not altered and remains as a whole includingthis text.  However, for a distribution on a commercial basis,you must obtain a written permission from the copyright owner,Pixelab, Inc.We reserve the right to terminate the freeware status in thefuture versions of the XXCOPY program.For inclusion of XXCOPY in a Freeware distribution CD-ROM, ordownload service, please contact Pixelab for a written permission..---------------------------------------------------------------------Try new XXCOPY Pro Edition.  XXCOPY Pro Edition is the top-of-the-line XXCOPY package which  is designed to satisfy the most demanding IT professionals and  advanced users' file management needs.  The XXCOPY Freeware package can be considered a demonstration  packge for a few advanced features and network-related functions.  That is, XXCOPY Freeware is designed for stand-alone computers  mainly for personal use and light usage on networked environments.  If you are interested in the XXCOPY PRO-edition, you may try  a Test-Drive of XXCOPY-PRO without obligation.  However, the  XXCOPY-PRO trial is limited for a 60-day evaluation period  whereas the Freeware package has no time limit on the usage,     ---------------------------------------------------------------------    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *        C O R P O R A T E   S I T E   L I C E N S I N G    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *The XXCOPY commercial license is granted as a Site License whichallows you to operate XXCOPY on numerous computers at one site.The cost of the Site License depends on the number of computers onwhich XXCOPY will be executed.  If XXCOPY is used in a networkedenvironment to transfer files between the storage devices on multiplecomputers, all the computers which are accessed by XXCOPY shall becounted whether or not XXCOPY is actually executed on the computer.             *************************************              Commercial Use Site License Pricing             *************************************        License     The number   Per-computer    Total            Package    of Computers     Price     License Fee        ---------------------------------------------------        XXLIC           1-9          $20       $20 - $180         XXLIC-010        10          $18         $   180          XXLIC-020        20          $16         $   320          XXLIC-050        50          $12         $   600          XXLIC-100       100          $10         $ 1,000          XXLIC-200       200          $ 8         $ 1,600            ...                                       ...             ...      can go as low as  $ 1            ...   If your organization has more computers, and you are interestedin using XXCOPY in commercial settings,  you may place order atthe following web site:    http://www.xxcopy.com/index.html#licenseFor a license with more computers, or with special circumstances,please contact Pixelab for further discussions.  +--------------------------------------------------------------+  |  (c)1995-2002 Copyright  Pixelab, Inc.  All rights reserved. |  |  Originally programmed by Kan Yabumoto  |  |  To download the latest version, visit http://www.xxcopy.com |  |  Pixelab, Inc.  http://www.datman.com/  Fon: 1+630-369-7112  |  |  1212 S. Naper Blvd., Suite 119, Naperville, IL 60540 U.S.A. |  +--------------------------------------------------------------+



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