DiskCataloger

DiskCataloger

DiskCataloger PC CD Sheridan hard drive utility vintage software storage floppy 

Application 

Windows 

Sheridan 

1998 

CD 

$29.99
Packaging
It’s refreshing to find such a simple and useful tool.

In essence, DiskCataloger tricks your computer into thinking it has another hard drive,
comprised of all your removable disks. You click on the DiskCataloger icon to see the faux
hard drive’s contents, just as you would explore your actual hard drive.

Users familiar with Microsoft Windows 95 or Windows 98 will not even need to run
through Sheridan’s tutorial.

When I installed DiskCataloger, I did not plan to start testing it for at least a week.
To my delight, it immediately started tracking the mound of floppies that store screen
shots for my articles.

When you click on the DiskCataloger icon, it displays the contents of the faux hard
drive, indicating each known floppy as a folder. Click on the file you want, and the
program prompts you to insert the proper disk.

All you have to do is name or number your floppy and removable disks. That is far
simpler than trying to keep track of lengthy filenames listed on small disk labels as you
add or delete files.

DiskCataloger can assign each disk a color as well as a name, visually prompting you to
grab the correct colored cartridge or color-labeled floppy.

The program’s finest feature by far is its consolidated presentation of mountains
of floppy-disk files. You simply tell DiskCataloger to search for a specific file, and it
prompts you to insert the right disk.

No more pulling up directories and scanning the filenames on every disk. With just a
tiny bit of help from you, DiskCataloger will keep your files as well-organized as the
Library of Congress.

A bonus: Disks with compressed files are handled exactly like uncompressed ones. You
can examine all the files inside a compressed directory without unzipping them. And you
can drag and drop compressed files into folders. DiskCataloger unzips and compresses them
in background while you work.

The program takes into account the fact that you might use some disks at other
computers. When you insert a new disk, you are asked to assign it to one of two
categories. The first category is for local use only, and the program does not rescan the
disk each time you use it. It updates the catalog information only when you add or remove
files.

The second category maintains information about disks for use elsewhere. In this case,
DiskCataloger will scan for changes each time the disk is inserted. This takes a little
longer, but the records stay updated without user effort.

If you’re like me, losing floppies is still a problem. But at least DiskCataloger
can identify the floppy that you need to find.

About the Author

John Breeden II is a freelance technology writer for GCN.

For Windows [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:

This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.

IMAGES:

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COMPATIBILITY:

Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.

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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.

Macintosh Systems:
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MEDIA FORMAT:

Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.

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  • Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
  • Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
  • Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.


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