                  PrivateEXE v2.2 for Win'9X/NT
             Copyright (c) 1996-99 by MidStream, Inc.
                      All Rights Reserved.

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PrivateEXE for Win'9X/NT is an innovative software which allows 
you to password protect existing Windows executables, both 16-bit 
designed for Windows 3.1 and 32-bit for Windows'9X/NT. 

PrivateEXE is safe and efficient. Unlike other "protection" 
software, it does not run in the background to provide its 
functionality as the protection is incorporated into .EXE
file itself.

With the other software, which claims to be "password protecting", 
an intruder can simply kill the protection program or remove it 
from startup group to disable entire mechanism. PrivateEXE protects
program itself, not its icon. The program will remain locked even 
if you run it from plain command line.

Passwords can be set, changed, and removed separately for each 
program. PrivateEXE modifies existing .EXE file, so that the 
program, if invoked, first asks the user for a password and would 
not start unless the correct password is entered. 

PrivateEXE runs on both Windows'9X and Windows/NT. It operates 
regardless of installed file system type (NTFS, FAT-32, FAT, 
etc.). The software doesn't modify Windows Registry or any other 
part of the operating system. Neither does it create any hidden 
files or disk sectors - it only modifies the executable itself, 
saving the original file under a different name for your safety.

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The original PrivateEXE for Win'9X/NT distribution consists of the 
following files:

   SETUP.EXE     - PrivateEXE Installation Program
   ORDER.TXT     - PrivateEXE Order Form
   README.TXT    - This file
   FILE_ID.DIZ   - Short description for BBS users
   VENDINFO.DIZ  - Product description for vendors

To install the software, you must be running Windows'9X or 
Windows/NT and have about 300KB of free disk space. To start the 
installation please run SETUP.EXE. It will ask you for destination 
drive and directory, and then will transfer necessary files to 
your hard drive and create program shortcut or Program Manager 
group complete with icons. To run the software just double click 
on "PrivateEXE" icon.

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PrivateEXE is neither free nor public domain software. It 
copyrighted software, which is distributed as SHAREWARE, i.e. 
using true "try before you buy" method. 

This version of PrivateEXE is intended for evaluation purposes 
only. It is fully functional program. However, it features ways to 
bypass the protection: "Bypass Password Protection" button is 
displayed at random in the dialog prompting the user for the 
password.  "Alt+B" combination is a keyboard shortcut for the same 
purpose, and it works even when the button is not displayed.  

You may use the evaluation copy freely and without any obligations 
for 30 days. Thereafter, if you like the software and wish to 
continue using it, you must pay for it.

The licensed version of PrivateEXE has NO "Bypass Password 
Protection" button. Also, in the full licensed version pressing 
"ALT+B" to bypass password protection has NO effect. 

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PrivateEXE registration fee is just $29.95 plus optional shipping 
and handling fee. For this sum you will get the following:

   1. FULL most up-to-date version of PrivateEXE for Win'9X/NT. If 
      you provide your e-mail address (strongly recommended) we will 
      immediately send complete instructions on how to download and 
      install licensed version. We can also ship you the original 
      diskette with full most up-to-date licensed version the 
      software. Please see order form (ORDER.TXT file) for details.

   2. FREE registration bonus -- DoubleDesktop utility.
 
   3. By registering, you are assured of receiving the most 
      up-to-date and full-featured product possible. Program 
      UPDATES WILL BE FREE for all registered users, and 
      subsequent major upgrades will be offered with significant 
      discount.
 
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Online ordering offers instant software delivery. Please visit 
MidStream, Inc. home page and follow online orders link:

    http://www.midstream.com

Credit card orders placed online are processed immediately. Upon
approval you will receive email message with complete instructions 
on how to download and install licensed version of PrivateEXE.

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Sorry, we DO NOT accept credit card orders ourselves. However you 
can order with MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover 
credit card from Public Software Library (PSL) by calling:

           Toll-free: 1-800-242-4775
               Phone: (713)524-6394 (for international calls)
                 Fax: (713)524-6398
     Internet e-mail: 14812@pslweb.com

Please mention the product number #14812, PrivateEXE for Win'9X/NT.
PSL's office hours to place your order are 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST 
Monday -- Thursday and 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM CST on Fridays.

Please note, that the above numbers are FOR ORDERS ONLY. Any 
questions about status of the shipment, registration options, 
distribution possibilities, product details, technical support, 
dealer pricing, etc. must be directed to MidStream, Inc.

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Please send your Money Order, Check or Cash to:

    MidStream, Inc.
    P.O.Box 862
    San Bruno, CA
    94066-0862 USA

Non-cash orders must be accompanied by an International Money Order 
or a check in US Funds, drawn on an American banking Institution. 
Sorry, we do not accept Eurocheques.

For your convenience file ORDER.TXT, included in program 
distribution, contains order form -- just fill it out and send 
along with your payment to the address above.

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A site license for PrivateEXE software entitles an organization 
to receive one copy of the distribution package and duplicate the 
distribution disk for the specified number of copies. The current 
price schedule is as follows:

 first 2 to  10 users  -   $24.95 each
 next 11 to  25 users  -   $19.95 each
 next 26 to  50 users  -   $14.95 each
 next 51 to 100 users  -    $9.95 each
over 100 users         - $1500.00 total

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If you are software developers and are interested in redistributing
your software password protected by PrivateEXE, you must purchase 
PrivateEXE for Win'9X/NT runtime redistribution license. Please 
contact program authors directly.

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Due to the extra work involved in processing purchase orders WE DO 
NOT ACCEPT THEM IF THE TOTAL AMOUNT IS LESS THAN $250.00. You are 
encouraged to use a check, petty cash, or credit card when possible 
for small orders.

Purchase orders for the amount $250.00 or more (net 30 days) are 
accepted only from government and accredited educational 
institutions and major corporations, provided that they are 
submitted on purchase order forms with a purchase order number. 
Please be sure to include the standard PrivateEXE order form with 
a purchase order. 

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THIS SOFTWARE AND THE ACCOMPANYING FILES ARE SOLD "AS IS" AND 
WITHOUT WARRANTIES AS TO PERFORMANCE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY 
OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.

BECAUSE OF THE VARIOUS HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE ENVIRONMENTS IN WHICH 
THE PROGRAMS MAY BE USED, NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR 
PURPOSE IS OFFERED.

THE USER MUST ASSUME THE ENTIRE RISK OF USING THE PROGRAMS. ANY 
LIABILITY OF THE SELLER WILL BE LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY TO PRODUCT 
REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF PURCHASE PRICE.

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   O T H E R  S O F T W A R E  B Y  M I D S T R E A M,  I N C.
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We develop and distribute highly acclaimed BusinessCards and 
DoubleDesktop utilities, as well as popular 5-or-More!, Color 
Hunt, and Deep Pockets logical puzzle games. 

All our software is distributed as shareware and is available 
for free download from http://www.midstream.com. Most shareware 
archives and online services carry MidStream, Inc. software as 
well. 

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Please feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions on how 
to improve PrivateEXE software. We also appreciate any bug or error 
information which would help us with the future releases.

Enjoy!

          Email:  exe@midstream.com
       WWW Site:  http://www.midstream.com

Mailing address:  MidStream, Inc.
                  P.O.Box 862
                  San Bruno, CA
                  94066-0862 USA
