# SurfStats eSurvey readme

## Introduction

SurfStats eSurvey is an advanced application to conduct surveys that runs on the Windows Operating System. It is an application for creating, deploying and tracking responses to surveys conducted over the Internet or a local Intranet.

## Installation

Download the eSurvey application from the SurfStats download page (www.surfstats.com/download.asp). Unzip the downloaded zip file and run setup.exe to start the application installation. Specify the options you require. After installation you can run the application by selecting SurfStats eSurvey from the Windows Programs group.

## Getting started

1. Deign & create a survey questionnaire
   The first task to perform with SurfStats eSurvey is to design a survey. Go to the Manage Surveys screen and click the New Survey button. Fill in the details and save. Select the survey from the list of surveys and click the Survey Designer button. The Survey Designer will start up. Add a new section to the survey by clicking the new section button on the Survey Designer Toolbar. You must have at least one section in the survey. Add questions to the relevant sections in the survey. Use the green question buttons on the Survey Designer Toolbar. Define your survey questions and use the Options tab on the right to specify answers for the questions. Optionally apply a stylesheet to your survey to customize the appearance.
2. Deploy the survey questionnaire
   When you are satisfied with the designed survey, you can now deploy your survey. You can deploy your survey to a folder or to a web server. You can also email it.
3. Collect & view responses
   Finally you can start collecting the responses and view the survey results and statistics.

## System Requirements

> ### Hardware

> Intel Pentium or AMD processor (100MHz or better).
> At least 64MB RAM
> At least 100MB Hard Drive space available for the application.

> Note: Operating System used may affect hardware requirements.

> ### Software

> Microsoft Windows 98/Me/2000/2003/XP

> ### Other

> Intranet or Internet connection.
> Access to a SMTP mail server (Windows/Linux) for collecting responses.
> Access to a web server (Windows/Linux) for collecting responses.
> CDOSYS or ASPEmail component installed on web server (if Windows).
> Formmail script available on web server (if Linux).

## Trial version

The trial version can run as the Standard or the Professional Edition. The trial version limits the number of questions that can be placed on the survey form to 3 questions. It is further fully functional for 30 days. See the product details at www.surfstats.com/esurvey for a breakdown and comparison of features.

## Distribution of trial version

The trial version can be distributed freely on condition that it is not modified in any way.

## Ordering

A product license can be purchased from http://www.surfstats.com/buy.asp

## Contact us

You can contact us for more information or for support on our helpdesk at http://www.surfstats.com/support.asp