
                          CopyQM Version 3.24

                        Distribution Information

                              March, 1996


NOTE:  To copy Microsoft DMF diskettes, just copy them as if you would
       any standard 1.44MB diskette.  Do not specify conversion!

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CopyQM is a diskette duplicating program that, since its introduction in
1987, has set the standard for PC duplication software.  This program is
by far Sydex's most popular, though we do offer a complete line of programs
related to diskette duplication and conversion.  Call us if you have a
special need.

CopyQM reads a master diskette and formats, writes and verifies duplicates
of the master diskette.  Copying can be performed on up to six drives in
a single session; copies are written on only one drive at a time.
"No Hands" operation is featured--after you've started things, you needn't
touch the keyboard again; just insert diskettes in drives as needed.

In addition to the basic operating mode, CopyQM features the following:

        1.  Conversion between different formats.  Unlike competing
            products which just copy the same format to different
            drives, CopyQM actually rebuilds the diskette format to
            match the drive.  It's possible to convert from a 360K
            format to a 1.44M format.  And you wind up with 1.44M
            worth of diskette space.

        2.  Support of image files.  An image file created by CopyQM
            is a complete description of the information on a diskette.
            You can enter a comment to be included (registered version).
            The image file is checksummed with a 32-bit CRC.

        3.  Copies Mac HD and DOS diskettes with no special processing.
            Will copy most PC-readable diskettes regardless of format
            with the "Blind" option.

        4.  "SMART" mode will format diskettes only when needed.

        5.  Faster copying by copying only active data--the empty area
            on a partially-filled diskette is not copied.

        6.  "Plus version" includes serial numbering facility, insertion
            of copy-protection information, diskette maintenance utility,
            self-extracting image files and more.

        7.  Menu or command-line interface with complete on-line help.

        8.  Choice of direct hardware access or use of BIOS routines.

        9.  Copy Microsoft DMF distribution diskettes.

This is a registered copy of CopyQM and may not be distributed outside
of the licensing terms extended to this user by Sydex.  If you wish to
obtain an unregistered evaluation copy of CopyQM, please call our office
or our BBS.

If you, the registered user, require an update to this version, you can
call our BBS with your Sydex invoice number and download the latest copy.
You can also obtain a copy of the latest CopyQM for a very nominal fee
by giving us a call.

                       Sydex, Inc.
                      P.O. Box 5700
                    Eugene, OR  97405
 
Or call us at:

                  (541) 683-6033 (voice)
                  (800) 43-SYDEX (VISA/MC Orders only)
                  (541) 683-1622 (FAX)
                  (541) 683-1385 (BBS)

Email us at:

                  info@sydex.com

And visit our Web site:

                  http://www.sydex.com

Our hours are 9 AM to 5 PM PST, Monday through Thursday.

You should have the following files in this archive or diskette:

        WHATS.NEW               Feature update list -- READ THIS!
        COPYQM.EXE              CopyQM Program
        CQMENU.EXE              CopyQM Menu driver
        CINSTALL.EXE            CopyQM Installation program
        ICOMMENT.EXE            Insert a comment into an image file
        VIEWCONF.EXE            Configuration viewer
        COPYQM.DOC              Documentation for CopyQM
        DBCS.DOC                Notes for users of DBCS display codes
        PLUS.DOC                Description of CopyQM Plus and SyDupe
        READ.ME                 This file

Run the CINSTALL program to install CopyQM on your system.

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All products and documentation here are

                    Copyright 1987 - 1996
                           Sydex, Inc.
                          P.O. Box 5700
                        Eugene, OR  97405

and may not be sold or licensed without the express permission of Sydex.

