NeoDesk 4 Demo Version                                              8/16/94
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    This is the freeware demonstration version of NeoDesk 4.  Follow these
  instructions to try out the program.  This version is freeware and may be
  distributed free of charge, provided that this and all other files are
  included, and are not modified in any way.  This program may not be
  distributed on magazine "cover disks" without the permission of Gribnif
  Software. NeoDesk is a registered trademark of Gribnif Software. Program
  copyright 1994, Gribnif Software. All rights reserved.


Overview
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    NeoDesk 4 is a complete replacement for the built-in desktop that comes
  with the Atari.  It is the easiest and most affordable way to realize
  your Atari's true potential.

    NeoDesk 4 adds many new features and enhancements over the original
  desktop, while keeping full compatibility with your current and future
  software.

    Not only will your computer be more powerful, it will also be much
  easier to use.  It doesn't get any simpler.  NeoDesk 4 is the ultimate
  upgrade for your Atari computer.


Installation
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    While NeoDesk 4 can easily be installed so that it comes up whenever
  you turn on the computer, this demonstration version is not designed to
  work that way.

    To try out this demo version, you first need to run JAR10.PRG. If you
  already own one of our other products which uses this program (like
  Geneva or NeoDesk 3) then you probably have already run it. In any event,
  it won't hurt to run it a second time.

    Note that if you have already run another version of NEOLOAD.PRG
  (because you own NeoDesk 3), you must first disable this other version
  and reboot your computer. You can also hold down the Alternate key during
  the boot process to prevent the old NEOLOAD.PRG from running.

    Now, double-click on the NEOLOAD.PRG demo file. Be sure to leave the
  rest of the files in the same directory, since NeoDesk needs them. The
  NeoDesk 4 demo will load and install itself in memory.

  Important Note: You cannot quit this demo version.  Doing so will cause a
                  system reset.  Be sure to only run this demo after you
                  are sure that you can safely reset the computer.


Things to Check Out:
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    NeoDesk has hundreds of features and enhancements available, but these
  are some of the more popular features you should to try out:

  o Each directory window has its own menu bar, making it much easier to
    find frequently used options.

  o Each window has its own "parent directory", Show Info, and trashcan
    icons. Just select a few icons and drag them. Notice the icons in the
    lower left of the window.
  
  o Split-Windows - Easily split a window so that it will display two
    different parts of the same directory.  Very useful when copying or
    manipulating files.  To do this, drag the "Split Window Bar" under the
    window information line to any window position.

  o "Select All" Ability - A new window button (left of the bottom
    horizontal bar) lets you select all the files in a single directory,
    even if they don't fit in the window.  You can even keep files selected
    while you scroll the window to a new location by holding down the
    [Shift] key.

  o Items can be selected from the keyboard, including a search mode.

  o Multicolored icons - each icon can have up to 16 colors, and can even
    appear completely different when selected.

  o Custom Icons - Assign different icons to any file or folder.  This
    makes it much easier to locate and manage them.  Many icons are
    included, with more available.

  o Icon Editor - This multiple window Icon Editor lets you edit and modify
    custom icons for any file or folder.  Includes a complete set of
    drawing tools.  Select "Edit Icons..." to call it.  Double-click on the
    "NeoDesk Icons" icon on the desktop and then double-click on any icon
    in that window to edit it. The editor can read many popular icon
    formats, including ones from other platforms!

  o Any Degas, Neochrome, Tiny, IMG, or BMP picture can be viewed (by
    double-clicking on it) or can be used as the desktop background.  Check
    out the "Desktop..." dialog in the "Settings" menu.

  o File Groups - Now you can arrange commonly used programs and data files
    together in the same window, even when they are physically contained in
    drastically different locations! Use the "New Group..." option and then
    drag icons from other windows to the group window. You can even change
    their names with "Edit Item..."

  o File Clipboard - Store files and folders temporarily in memory while
    changing floppy disks, paths, or reorganizing your hard disk.  You can
    think of it sort of an automatically expanding and shrinking ramdisk.
    The File Clipboard grows and shrinks according to the files you place
    within it.

  o Desktop Notes - Write important notes, numbers, and more right on the
    desktop itself.  Simply double-click on the desktop itself and a cursor
    will appear.  [Esc] clears the line.

  o Desktop Icons - Place commonly used programs, files, and folders
    directly on the desktop.  You can then select the icon and use "Install
    Desktop Icon..." to rename the icon and assign a unique key to it.
    Selecting that key will select and open the icon.

  o Smart File Copying - No more useless disk swaps.  In a very efficient
    and fast manner, as many files and folders that will fit into all the
    available memory are read in at once.

  o Smart Disk Copying - NeoDesk can automatically detect the type of
    format of the original disk and format the destination disk to match
    it.  You can even copy identical hard disk partitions.

  o Disk copy, file operations, and floppy disk formatting can all occur
    "in the background", allowing you to use your computer for other tasks
    at the same time. Set the operation speed in the "File..." Settings
    dialog. A slower speed gives other programs more time to run.

  o Macros - Automate any series of desktop operations like opening
    windows, copying/deleting files, executing programs, etc.  Then assign
    them to any key on the keyboard.  Select the menu entry once to start
    recording and a second time to end recording.  Does not record inside
    of running programs or in dialog boxes.

  o Active Icons - Drag any group of files to any program icon and that
    program will be automatically executed with all the selected files as
    parameters.

  o Search Files - Easily search your system for one or more files, based
    on their name, size, date, or attributes. A file group can even be
    created containing the results. This is just one example of the
    powerful Filtering options which are also available for file
    operations.

  o Reorder Mode - You can easily reorder any directory on your system.
    Select it once to enter the reorder mode, a second time to exit it.


Disabled Features
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  The following major features are disabled in this demo version:

  o You cannot complete a file copy or move operation.  The operation will 
    seem to take place (so you can get an idea of the time and speed it 
    takes) but it will never be completed.

  o You cannot "Save Configuration..." or "Load Configuration".

  o You cannot format a disk (though you can look at the format box).

  o You cannot "Print Directory..."

  o You cannot save edited icons, .NIC files, or desktop patterns. The
    clipboard functions in the icon editor are also not available.

  o You cannot actually reorder a directory, though you can see how it 
    works.

  o There is no online help.


Comments
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    NeoDesk 4 has many other features which are only hinted at in this 
  demo version.  Features like a new enhanced Control Panel with its own 
  screen saver and corner clock, Printer Queue, hypertext online help, and
  much more.

    NeoDesk 4 comes with a 150 page illustrated manual, a recoverable
  trashcan for NeoDesk, and a neat box to hold it all.


NeoDesk Icon Disk
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  We are also offering a new icon disk to go with NeoDesk 4. It includes
  over 500 icons in monochrome and color, many with separate selected
  images. The icons are organized by subject for easy browsing.

  Also, as an added bonus, we've included some pictures to be used as
  desktop backgrounds. Don't be confused, this is not the same icon disk
  we used to sell with Neodesk 3!


Ordering Information
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  You can order your own personal copy of NeoDesk 4 for $69.95 plus
  shipping and handling by calling our toll free order line:
  1-800-284-4742 (orders only, please).

  If you have any questions or comments about our products, you can reach
  us at:  Voice: (413) 247-5620    Fax: (413) 247-5622

  Customers in the UK can contact our distributor there, Compo Software,
  at: 04873 582.

  If you own NeoDesk 3, you can also upgrade to NeoDesk 4 for just $25!
  Here's what you need to do. Just send us BOTH original NeoDesk 3 disks,
  along with the order form below:

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