Setup routine for new / returning users

  • From: "Kari Eveli" <lexitec@xxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: "XyList" <xywrite@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Sat, 9 Jan 2010 11:01:55 +0200

Otis wrote: i want to be sure they are
preserved for possible future use if a new/returning user needs
them (unlikely, i know). 

A big problem is the lack of working setup routines. The files are readily 
available, but new machines and even correctly set-up virtual machines are 
often incompatible with the original installation programs. Those former 
Xywriters that have relied on the basic features of the program without delving 
into the subtleties of the program have serious difficulties setting up the 
program. And let's face it: automatic setup programs have made us except 
ready-to-run functionality of a piece of software. 

A skeleton for a handy basic setup routine: First copy all the necessary files 
(fixed editor.exe and additional files) to a program directory. Fix path in 
startup.int and settings.dfl, add login in autoexec.bat. All this should be 
accomplished with a robust freestanding program. You can add frills later.

Best regards,

Kari Eveli
LEXITEC Book Publishing (Finland)
lexitec@xxxxxxxxxx

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