Short: V1.11 of the popoular Disk Archiver Author: SDS Software Version: Turbo 1.11 Requires: 512k of memory, and AmigaDOS version 1.2 or later Size: dms111.run 40.960 bytes *************************************************************************** The DISK-Masher Copyright (c) 1989-1991 SDS Software *************************************************************************** What is it? The DISK-Masher (DMS) is a utility that allows users to compress and archive floppy disks. Version 1.11 requires at least 512k of memory, and AmigaDOS version 1.2 or later. Why a disk archiver? Many programs are available for archiving individual files and do a relatively good job. However DMS was created for the purpose of archiving whole disks. It is useful for archiving non-filing system disks which cannot be done with standard file archivers, sending distribution disks, archiving library collections, and many other uses. DMS takes much less time to put a disk back together than with a file archiver and is less wear and tear on your disk drives. Why not use other disk archivers? DMS has been tested against every other similar type programs and will provide faster execution, greater compression, more support features, and continuing user support. Once you try DMS you won't be satisfied with anything else. Among other things DMS provides: - Highly optimized compression routines offerring the utmost in speed and compression. 4 different routines to choose from to satisfy your needs. - The ability to read and write to or from any AmigaDOS device conforming to the standard 80 tracks , 512 bytes per block , 11 blocks per track, 2 sides, Ex: DF0:, DF1:, RAD:, etc. - Extended Virus checking of the boot blocks. Other disk archivers just show the boot block and do not check for viruses, this is extremely stupid, most viruses do not come out and say "Look here, I'm a virus!". Without actually checking the boot block you're opening up a can of worms. Therefore DMS currently checks for over 60 different viruses and custom boot blocks and can automatically install the disk. It is still Important that users monitor their system periodically with a virus checker as there are many types of viruses. - Data Security. DMS has the option to encrypt archives with a user selected password for security. *************************************************************************** If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions, or bug reports, please write to us and be sure to include your full name, address, phone number, and computer configuration. SDS Software. Suite 126 4885-A Mcknight Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15237