IRIXDiVX 0.93
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                 Copyright (C) 2001-2003 by Brandon Corey


Introduction
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Let me start by apologizing for the length of time since the last release.
I was on somewhat of a rampage, and was just overwhelmed with some of
the functionality that I wanted to add.  I realized that this could go
on forever, so that being said, here's the latest version.

Currently supported formats:
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AVI Streams
MPEG Streams (including VCD, SVCD, and DVD)

DiVX Original Video
DiVX 4.xx Video
Uncompressed Video
MPEG1 Video
MPEG2 Video
MPEG Layers 1, 2, and 3 Audio
Uncompressed Audio

DVD and CSS Information
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Now before anyone gets too excited, let me start by saying that CSS
decryption is NOT supported with DVD's.  I had a tough time deciding
on whether or not to include that, and I came to the conclusion that
it's just not worth the risk.  I don't want to spend time dealing with
legal issues.

If anyone is interested in contributing towards a CSS license, or
has any ideas on the subject, please feel free to contact me.

That being said, support is included for playing non-CSS encrypted
discs.  I used a "cinematic DVD" from the Diablo II Collector's
Edition game while writing the DVD routines.  Some older movies
and most "freebie" DVD video discs are un-encrypted.

Binary Versions
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I've currently changed the version structure around.  The previous
binaries were:

irixdivx.software
irixdivx.gl
irixdivx.gl.r10k

The first two were somewhat integrated, and I now provide:

irixdivx.m3  (mips3)
irixdivx.gl  (mips4 + Optimized)

Bug Reporting
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To make bug tracking easier, I've implemented a web based bug tracking
system called Mantis.  The bug tracker page is:

http://www.blackboxcentral.com/mantis/login_page.php

You can go there and peruse the currently open bugs.  You can login
anonymously to view bugs, but you need to create an account to post
them.  It's an automated system that grants you immediate access
via an email address.  Instructions on filling out bug forms are
located on the page.

You can also include sysdumps and movies directly from the bug page.
Please note that no one else can view your files, so don't worry about
any FILES you attach to bugs becoming public information.  There is a
size limit on movies, so if they're too big, just post a link to them.
If you don't want the link to be publically known, you can always
attach a text file with the link location.

The SYSDUMP Program
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A note regarding the sysdump program.  Although must people haven't
had any issues, I have had one or two individuals ask me about the
information it contains, and why it's not just text, etc...

The sysdump format grabs the equivalent of an hinv, but includes extra
information such as the IRIX release, and graphics hardware details.
It is in a binary format to make bug tracking easier.

If anyone needs further information, please feel free to contact me.
That being said, there are NO bank account numbers, passwords, etc..
being extracted from your system.

Standard Disclaimer
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The standard disclaimer applies.  By using this software, you choose
to do so at your own risk.  If it blows up your computer, destroys
France, or anything else, I won't be held responsible.

Did anyone get this far?
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Last but not least, I plan on posting another version with more fixes
and features in the coming weeks.  However, I wanted to get this
"pre-release" out for people to play around with.

That being said, have fun, and please let me know if you have any ideas
on improving the program.


Brandon Corey
bcorey@blackboxcentral.com

February 20th, 2003