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           Written by Richard Hecktus, using Visual Basic for Dos.
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    Zipshell is a simple point and click interface to Pkware's famous command 
line programs, Pkzip and Pkunzip. It was meant to be an easy way to do back-
ups and un-zipping of files (I hate having to remember command-line stuff). 
This is the first application I've ever written with any type of programming 
tools, so please forgive me if the program seems a bit unprofessional. All my 
friends seem to like, and use it.
    
    The concept is simple. Build the Pkzip or Pkunzip command-line by pointing
and clicking your way through directory and file lists. Most Pkware options
are included, but not all, so a good understanding of how to use Pkzip and 
Pkunzip would be a definite asset.
    
    The interface is made up of three basic forms (windows). The start-up form 
lets you choose to Zip, Unzip, or Quit. In either case the next form is for 
choosing the directory and files to work with. The last form shows you the
constructed command line, with the choice to run it or not. With just a few 
clicks of the mouse you can be Zipping and Unzipping like never before.
    
    The program consists of two files. The main executable, and the online 
help message text file. These two files should be placed in thier own 
directory and that directory should be appended to your path. The PK software
should  also be on your system somewhere,  and available  through the path as 
well. Note: To have the help messages available you have to start the Zipshell 
from within the Zipshell's directory.
           
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           Any comments or suggestons can be sent by E-mail to 
                 
                  rhecktus@chemical.watstar.uwaterloo.ca

          **************** THIS IS FREE-WARE *******************
