Need help with writing batch files

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November 16th, 2009, 11:25 PM

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WinXP - Need help with writing batch files

Hello everyone,
I am learning how to write batch files. would really appreciate if someone could help two separate batch files that work. i have typed all instructions below, thank you so much in advance.

1-write a simple batch file that will copy all the text from three separate files to a single file. this batch must ask for the tiltle of the text file. this title will be added to the beginning of the created file. this file must also state the filename of the newly created file as output to the screen.

2-write a batch file to aid your user's in an install of a new application software. Not all users have the application, for licensing make sure to only install to those users that have the software. the replacement software needs to be located in the same path as the original to maintain continuity. the old software in in C:\apps\newapp. There are two files that will need to remain in the install directory for its reporting features to function. those files will be name.ini and location.ini. check to see if they are there, replace them if they are not. there are good copies on the N:\apps\ini folder. the new install folder is on the server at N:\newstuff\apps\ . All of the files located in that directory will need to be in the new install. Maintain the local copy of the old install directory and all of its contents. There should be little or no user interaction. Except to notify them when the install is complete.

thank you so much once again

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November 19th, 2009, 12:39 AM

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Homework?

YES ITS HOMEWORK, NEED HELP WHATEVER AM DOING IS NOT WORKING.

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November 19th, 2009, 02:03 AM

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Well, what are you doing?

We're not going to do your homework for you, but I'm sure members would be willing to help you learn.

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November 19th, 2009, 08:11 AM

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You see, there's a difference between say, posting a faulty script and asking for help debugging it and just plain asking someone else to write your code for you.

In the former, at least we get the feeling that you are putting forth some effort toward learning something; whereas in the latter case, you are (in our quite estimable opinions) just being a lazy git.

Oh, and all caps--- just plain shouting to us, which is very rude, and not well-tolerated by grumpy old moderators such as myself, who are just as liable to bounce your butt out of here for good as to help in any fashion.

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November 25th, 2009, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Dngrsone

YOu see, there's a difference between say, posting a faulty script and asking for help debugging it and just plain asking someone else to write your code for you.

In the former, at least we get the feeling that you are putting forth some effort toward learning something; whereas in the latter case, you are (in our quite estimable opinions) just being a lazy git.

Oh, and all caps--- just plain shouting to us, which is very rude, and not well-tolerated by grumpy old moderators such as myself, who are just as liable to bounce your butt out of here for good as to help in any fashion.

Dngrsone, i concur with you and i apologize for my impertinence. truth is i dont know too much about computers and this DOS class am taking is my first of many of its kind. Everything seemed to be going well untill i had to travel and missed all my classes in regards to "BATCH FILES" but like you guys stated i will post what am working on and hopefully you guys can give me some feedback on it.
Also thanks for the CAPS tip i didint know its offensive in this environment.

thanks

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