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   README.TXT for File Genie 2000 - 2.1
     Release date: 30-May, 2000
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   Thank you for choosing to evaluate or upgrade to 
   this release of File Genie 2000, the automatic 
   backup application that keeps your backups 
   up-to-date while you work.

   This readme file can be viewed using Notepad. 
   Open the file README.TXT in the File Genie 2000 
   installation directory.

   A list of the the revisions included in this 
   version are included in the HISTORY.TXT file,
   located in File Genie 2000 installation directory.

   Readme Index
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   1. System requirements.
   2. Installation.
   3. Uninstalling.
   4. Windows NT4/2000 issues.
   5. Distribution.
   6. Contacting us.

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1. System Requirements
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   o IBM compatible 486SX-33 PC. (Pentium recommended).
   o 8 MB memory (16 recommended).
   o 5.1 MB free disk space.
   o MS Windows 95/98/NT4/2000.

   A high-capacity removable drive (Zip/Jaz, etc.) or 
   CD-RW is recommended.

   NOTE: File Genie 2000 does not support tape or CD-R 
   drives. CD-RW drives are supported provided that 
   your CD-RW drive supports packet writing and you 
   have installed CD packet writing software (such as 
   Adaptec's DirectCD).

   Please see the Windows NT/2000 issues section of
   this file for important information.

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2. Installation
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   To install a file downloaded from the Internet
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   If the name of your file ends with .ZIP:

   1. Using WinZip or a similar application, extract 
      all of the files from the archive and place 
      them in the directory of your choice. 
   2. Using Windows Explorer, navigate to the directory
      you placed the files in and double click on 
      SETUP.EXE. Alternatively, choose Run from the 
      start menu and type the full name of the path 
      (e.g. C:\DOWNLOAD\SETUP.EXE) and press the Enter 
      key.
   3. Follow the installation program prompts.

  If the name of your file ends with .EXE:

  1. Using Windows Explorer, navigate to the directory 
     you placed the files in and double click on 
     FGENI.EXE. Alternatively, choose Run from the 
     start menu and type the full name of the path 
     (e.g. C:\DOWNLOAD\FGENI.EXE) and press the 
     Enter key.
  2. Follow the installation program prompts.


  To install File Genie 2000, from CD-ROM
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  1. Insert the CD in your DC-ROM drive.
  2. If the installation program does not start 
     automatically, choose Run from the Windows Start 
     button. Type d:setup (substitute 'd' for your 
     CD-ROM drive letter), and press the Enter key.
  3. Follow the installation program prompts.


  To install File Genie 2000, from diskettes
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  1. Insert the disk labeled Setup Disk 1 in your 
     floppy drive.
  2. Choose Run from the Windows Start button, type 
     a:setup, and press the Enter key.
  3. Follow the installation program prompts.

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3. Uninstalling
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   To remove File Genie 2000 under Win9x, please select 
   the 'Add/Remove Programs' icon from the Windows 
   Control Panel.

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4. Windows NT4/2000 issues
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   File Genie 2000 has been tested under Windows NT4
   (service pack 6) and Windows 2000 Professional.

   Due to the increased file security used by these 
   operating systems, File Genie is unable to backup 
   several system files, including the registry files. 
   
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5. Distribution
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   File Genie 2000 is distibuted as shareware. This 
   fully-functional trial version will operate for 30 
   days after which it will cease to function. You will 
   have to purchase a license to continue using it. 
   Single user licenses are $29.95 USD. Purchasing 
   information is available on our web site and in the 
   onlne help file.

   You may include this application on any CD compilation.
   You may not sell the evaluation copy.
   You must disclose that this is shareware and that the 
   product is not free.

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6. Contacting us
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   Mailing address:
   Datrim Software,  
   22022 49th Avenue, suite 317, 
   Langley, BC. V3A 3R9. Canada

   Phone:  604-533-5214
   Fax:    604-533-5204
   Email:  support@datrim.com
   WWW:    http://www.datrim.com
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   Thank you for choosing File Genie 2000.

   Datrim Software is a member of the Association of 
   Shareware Professionals (ASP).
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