Caldera DR-WebSpyder 2.1 Release Notes
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These release notes contain important information about 
configuring and using DR-WebSpyder 2.1. Please take a few
moments to read them. It also provides details about how to
tell us of any problems you encounter.

1.0 INTRODUCTION

2.0 GETTING STARTED
    2.1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN
    2.2 RUNNING DR-WEBSPYDER IN 4MB OF MEMORY
    2.3 USING A PACKET DRIVER WITH DR-WEBSPYDER

3.0 USING DR-WEBSPYDER 2.1
    3.1 USING THE TV INTERFACE VERSION
    3.1 USING USER PROFILES

4.0 FEATURES, LIMITATIONS, PROBLEMS 
    4.1 FEATURES
    4.2 KNOWN PROBLEMS

5.0 PROBLEM REPORTING PROCEDURES
	
6.0 TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND INFORMATION

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

DR-WebSpyder is a 32-bit protected-mode graphical, DOS Web browser
and E-mail client. There will be two versions available -
DR-WebSpyder 2.1 and DR-WebSpyder 2.1 Lite. This beta product
is DR-WebSpyder 2.1, which is the full featured product, and requires
8 MB of RAM. This contains Javascript and printing support.

There will be a DR-WebSpyder Lite version, which runs in 4 MB, which
will not have Javascript and printer support.

This beta version of DR-WebSpyder 2.1 supports Internet standards
such as HTML 3.2, Netscape compatible frames, Javascript, and
SMTP and POP3. It allows the use of DOS-based PCs as Internet or
intranet terminals (Network Computers) or can be embedded into applications
such as Internet kiosks, set-top boxes, Internet phones, etc.

Being DOS based, the system requirements are minimal and when combined
with DR-DOS in a desktop or embedded environment it provides
an excellent thin-client Web solution.


2.0 GETTING STARTED

2.1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN

DR-WEBSPYDER requires a 486 or better with at least
8Mb RAM. It will work with most graphics cards with at least 256
colors in resolutions from 640x480 up to 1600x1200. You will
need about 10Mb of free disk space to install the product
and for the cache.

If you are running a previous beta version of DR-WebSpyder, we advise
you to install this version into a new directory or delete the
previous version.

Before you can connect to the Internet or your intranet you must:

1. Have an ISP account or a LAN connection.

2. Download the self-extracting zip file, WEB21B1.EXE.

3. Type "web21b1" to extract the files, then

4. Run the Wizard style Install program, INSTALL.EXE,
   in the same directory

5. During the installation process you will be asked about your
   connection. You will need to specify whether you are connecting via
   a modem or a LAN. You can also choose to install either a desktop
   version or a set-top box version. The desktop version has a user
   interface that resembles a standard PC internet browser. The set-top
   version has a user interface designed for use on a TV and is intended
   for set-top OEMs.

6. When installation is complete, re-boot your computer and
   then enter the following, assuming you installed into the
   default directory, c:\drwebspy

		c:\drwebspy\drwebspy

7. The first time you run DR-WebSpyder you will be prompted
   to select your video configuration. In most cases it is best
   to choose the default settings, so simply click on the OK
   button.

   Note that the "true color" graphics modes, i.e. 15, 16,
   24 or 32 bit, require more memory than the default 8 bit
   mode. You should only choose one of these modes if you
   have more than 8 Mb RAM in your system.
 
   See also section 4.2 for graphics mode problems.

8. The first setup page is then displayed. This page confirms the type of
   connection you are going to use for your Internet connection. Click
   the Next button to continue setting up your connection.

9. When you complete the Internet settings, the last page has a finish
   button. Click this to save your settings. The Setup page is displayed
   showing you other settings you can configure. You can work your way
   through the Wizards by clicking each button and following the
   instructions on screen.

10. To start browsing the Web after you have setup DR-WebSpyder, simply
    type in a Web site address in the URL field and press Enter. You can
    also click the HOME icon to take you to your home page. The default home
    page is set up to take you to:

    http://www.caldera.com/products/drwebspyder/whatsnew.html

   Here you will find information about DR-WebSpyder, such as
   features, release dates and a Frequently Asked Questions
   list which we will update on a regular basis during the
   beta period.  You can easily change this page by clicking the SETUP
   icon and changing your home and search page settings in the Setup menu.

DR-WebSpyder uses Novell's ODI protocol stack. If you already load this
protocol stack as part of your normal intranet configuration,
INSTALL will merge the DR-WebSpyder protocol stack into your existing 
STARTNET.BAT and NET.CFG files. Backup copies of the original files 
are made.

DR-WebSpyder ships with driver support for many popular Ethernet 
cards as well as Hayes compatible modem drivers.

An OEM Driver option allows you to insert an ODI driver disk to install
a driver not supplied with the distribution. Almost all network cards
provide ODI drivers. A driver INS file will be provided with the 
driver disk.


2.2 RUNNING DR-WEBSPYDER IN 4MB OF MEMORY

A version of DR-WebSpyder called DR-WebSpyder 2.1 Lite will be made
available in November and run in 4MB of memory. This will not
contain Javascript or printer support.
 

2.3 USING A PACKET DRIVER WITH DR-WEBSPYDER

Although DR-WebSpyder includes Novell's ODI protocol stack, it is
possible to use packet drivers instead if that is your preferred
configuration. Instead of running STARTNET.BAT, load the packet driver
and set the WEBSPY environment variable as follows:

        SET WEBSPY=LAN

The above also applies if you want to use a third-party dialer, such
as the Kloss dialer. Setting the WEBSPY variable to LAN disables the
integrated dialer.


3.0 USING DR-WEBSPYDER

Help is available on-line by clicking the Help button from 
the browser navigation bar or by pressing F1. The online help
is not complete for this beta release.

3.1 USING THE TV INTERFACE VERSION

If you installed DR-WebSpyder for use on a TV, please use the
following keys to help you.

The first screen you will see is the setup page which you can follow
through to set up your Internet connection.

When you return to the main Setup page after setting up your Connection,
click the Welcome page button or press F10. This takes you to the
Welcome page which you will see every time you start DR-WebSpyder. From
the Welcome page, click the Internet button to start browsing the Web.
DR-WebSpyder will display Web pages in full-screen mode. To view the
navigation bar, press Ctrl-M. A pop-up navigation bar is displayed and
will disappear after you click one of the buttons.

You can display the online softkeyboard by pressing Alt-K. Press it again
to remove the keyboard.

3.2 USING USER PROFILES

DR-WebSpyder 2.1 allows you to create user profiles for the different
people who may use the browser. For example, a family can set up profiles
for each member of the family which is customized for their use.

The online help 

When you install DR-WebSpyder, there is a default Admin user profile.
This allows you to create other profiles and have administrator privileges
to set up proxy servers and enable automatic software updates. When
you create other users, you can choose whether or not to assign the
administrator privilege to them. When you next start DR-WebSpyder, a
login box is shown from which you can choose the user and enter in a
password. For example, if you want to restrict web access to children, you
can set up a proxy server in their user profile.

When a user is logged into DR-WebSpyder, it is possible for them to
set-up their own E-mail account. This makes it possible to have
multiple email accounts on the same machine.


4.0 FEATURES, LIMITATIONS, PROBLEMS

4.1 FEATURES

DR-WebSpyder 2.1 has the following features:

    - The Web browser supports HTML 3.2, including
        - GIF, animated GIF and JPEG images
        - Tables
        - Forms
        - CGI
        - Client and server image maps
        - HTML frames
    - NEW - Javascript
    - NEW - Printing
    - NEW - Desktop or TV interface
    - NEW - User Profiles
    - NEW - Multiple E-mail accounts
    - NEW - Cookies
    - SMTP and POP3 E-mail, with MIME or UUENCODED attachments
    - Integrated dialer, with dial-on-demand capability
    - Auto disconnect on dial-up lines after a period of
        inactivity
    - Connects to most ISPs using PPP
    - Automated log-on using PAP/CHAP authentication or Windows 95
        compatible script files
    - Customizable user interface
    - Easy Install/setup procedure
    - Favorites List
    - On-line help
    - Easy to use - no PC knowledge required
    - On-screen Keyboard for pointer only and touch screen use
    - Full-screen "chromeless" mode. Useful for setup screens,
        tutorials, demos, Information Kiosks, etc.


4.2 KNOWN PROBLEMS

We are aware of the following problems which we hope to fix before the next
release.


* HOTLIST BUTTON DOES NOT WORK IN TV INTERFACE

If you click the Hotlist button in the pop-up TV navigation bar, the pop-up
menu is cleared but the Favorites list is not displayed. Press Alt-L
to display the Favorites page.

* I CANNOT GET OUT OF THE FAVORITES PAGE

When you have the Favorites page displayed, press the Escape key to return or
click on one of your stored Web sites to go that site.

* JAVASCRIPT PROBLEMS

If you have Javascript problems, you can turn this feature off by
editing the CORE.CFG file. Edit the following line:

        Javascript=On

to read:

        Javascript=Off

* MY PRINTER IS NOT SUPPORTED

We have selected a range of 50 printers that we support. If you have a printer
that we do not support, please let us know by following the reporting
procedures at the bottom of this text.


PROBLEMS USING DR-WEBSPYDER WITH CALDERA DR-DOS EMM386.EXE

There is a known incompatibility between DR-WebSpyder and the EMM386.EXE
driver shipped with CALDERA OPENDOS 7/DR-DOS 7.02 and Novell DOS 7.
Symptoms include the clock running fast and keystrokes being lost. We
therefore recommend using HIMEM.SYS instead of EMM386.EXE on these
operating systems or download the updated EMM386.EXE from www.caldera.com
in the DOS updates section. With this updated version, you will need to
ensure that DPMI is set to ON (in CONFIG.SYS). For example:

DEVICE=C:\DRDOS\EMM386.EXE DPMI=ON


SETTING UP THE GRAPHICS MODE

Occasionally the graphics mode setup will fail to auto-detect your
card correctly. Type

	drwebspy -setup

to force the video configuration screen to be displayed again and
select VESA 1.X. Click OK to save the configuration.

If the video configuration screen is not displayed you can set the
graphics mode by typing

    drwebspy -s:H:W:D

where H is the screen height in pixels
      W is the screen width in pixels
      D is the color depth in bits

ie drwebspy -s:640:480:8 to set a 640x480 screen with 256 colors.

For an extended selection of video configurations, you can type the
following to view the full range of available modes:

    drwebspy -sx


5.0 PROBLEM REPORTING PROCEDURES

Technical support is not provided with this Beta release but
we are very interested in any problems you have. We do not
guarantee to respond to you but we do try and check the
list frequently. Please E-mail reports to:

        webspyder@calderauk.com

giving as much information as possible. At least tell us:

- Is the problem repeatable or was it a one off?
- What you did to get the problem
- Any error messages displayed
- If it is a problem with a particular page, the exact URL
- Were you connected via a modem or LAN?
- Amount of RAM and free disk space
- Type of video hardware
- Version of DOS used

Ideally we would also like to have a copy of the following files:
- config.sys
- autoexec.bat
- startnet.bat
- net.cfg
- web32.cfg
- core.cfg
- dial.cfg      (if it exists)
- dial.scp      (if it exists)
- dialer.log    (if it exists)
- dialerh.log   (if it exists)

Usability Problems

We also appreciate feedback about usability problems you may have. Feel
free to email us at webspyder@calderauk.com with any difficulties you have
using the product.

Other feedback:
Any feedback you can provide us about the following questions should also be
emailed to webspyder@calderauk.com:

Are there features that are missing that you require for your implementation?
Does the user interface fit your implementation?
Were you able to set up DR-WebSpyder easily?
Did you find that a Web page was not formatted correctly?


Finally, please do not email support@caldera.com 
with problem reports since these will not be checked by the 
DR-WebSpyder development team.

	
6.0 TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND INFORMATION

For information on purchasing Technical Support for this product and
for any other sales related information please contact

        oemsales@caldera.com

Go to our web site for more information about Caldera Thin Clients, Inc.
        www.calderathin.com



