Deadeye_Rob 905 Posted May 23, 2022 (edited) INTERACTIVE TERMINALS v1.0 TUTORIAL TERMINAL: https://create.ylands.com/asset_detail/15836 SERVER: https://create.ylands.com/asset_detail/15840 TERMINAL & NETWORK SERVER - RELEASE VERSION 1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for downloading my creation. This project was a labor of love that initially started as a little side-project, but evolved into something bigger once I realized the unbridled potential that fully interactive terminals can possess! I have tried to make my first release version to be as easy to use as possible. For your convenience however, I have also written this brief tutorial for the purpose of demonstrating the full capabilities of the creation you now possess! Each terminal functions as a stand-alone word processor, capable of keeping recorded text files and documents. It has it's own embedded security protocols such as password protection to ensure your documents are safe from prying eyes. When linked to a server however, these terminals can form their own network where instant, secure messaging is possible. Lets start the tutorial with the Terminal! Main Menu On interacting with the terminal you will be taken to the Main Menu screen (assuming that password protection has been disabled). From there you will have the ability to access all features on the system. MAIN MENU SCREEN DOCUMENTS Selecting the Documents tab will open the Word-Processing functions. There are two folders with customizable titles that contain eight entries each. Simply click on an entry to open the file. Each file can be unlocked for editing using the EDIT/SAVE Button. Once saved, the main folder page file entry will be updated. To delete any unwanted files, when on a file, select the PURGE button. The system will ask for a confirmation to perform the purge, after which the file will be deleted and its entry reset. WORD PROCESSOR FUNCTION MESSAGES - CONNECTING TO A NETWORK The terminal is also programmed to communicate with other devices such as a NETWORK SERVER. This is an essential device required to establish secure communication between terminals. THE NETWORK TERMINAL Each Network Server is unique, using its entity ID number as it's primary form of identification. In order to connect to the Server, you must generate a NETWORK KEY. NETWORK KEYS Network Keys a generated from the Network Server, they are unique entities that are imprinted with the Server Networks uplink data. Once you have a Key, simply 'FREE PLACE' the Key in your Terminal's Data Port. FREE-PLACING A NETWORK KEY IN THE GENERAL VICINITY OF THE RED DATA PORT WILL LOCK THE KEY INTO THE TERMINAL The lower portion of the key will glow green if a correct connection has been made. The key will be locked in position until it has been ejected via accessing the terminal. With the key connected, the terminal can now use the Messaging Function. NOTE- EJECTING THE KEY WILL DISABLE SECURE COMMUNICATIONS. To eject the Key, Press the EJECT button on the Main Menu located in the vicinity of the key. Once ejected, the Key will glow red and can be removed at this point. The terminal will also no longer be connected to the network until a key has been refitted. HELP The Help Tab enables users to unlock or reset all Codex entries. It also holds a QR code that will link back to this page for further reference. THE CODEX MANAGER ALLOWS FOR QUICK ENABLING/DISABLING OF ALL ENTRIES SETTINGS The Settings Tab holds options and configurations where users can customize their terminal. Under the SYSTEM INFO button, users have the ability to rename their terminal. The Terminal's unique entity ID is also embedded into it's detail page. Under the USER CONFIG button, you have the ability to reset your User ID and your password. By default the Password protection function is disabled. Simply click on the 'PASSWORD DISABLED/ENABLED' button to toggle this. Once enabled, your terminal will automatically lock once you log out. There is no other way to access your terminal without your password! NETWORK SERVER The Network Server has a very basic interface. It is not capable of password protection and it's only option is for the generation of Network Keys. The Server itself houses all the scripting and logic entities required to host group chat functions. An unlimited number of keys can be generated from the Server although it is advised to control this. Once a key has been created, there is no recall function in place as of yet. CONCLUSION It is my sincere hope that you enjoy using this set. The future for this creation is unlimited and can be implemented and expanded on in a number of ways. Feel free to use this on your servers and maps but I would appreciate some credit or a courtesy call! A very big thank you to the Ylands Discord community, in particular @Mello1223, who has helped me solve countless problems. If you encounter any glitches, rest assured, I will endeavor to rectify them (once I've taken a break from scripting!). I encourage anyone to modify this creation and expand the capabilities of this terminal project themselves affording appropriate credit of course. Once I've taken a sufficent break to concentrate on my real-life career, I'll be back to work on this again! Stay Tuned! Rob Edited May 24, 2022 by Deadeye_Rob Added download Links 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Igor Q. 519 Posted May 23, 2022 Very cool, I'm impressed with how you condensed such a detailed UI into a small screen like that. Can you include a hyperlink of the composition, and a screenshot of how to find it within the editor? (For new players) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deadeye_Rob 905 Posted May 24, 2022 6 hours ago, Igor Q. said: Can you include a hyperlink of the composition, and a screenshot of how to find it within the editor? (For new players) Yes mate! I was going to do it last night but I must admit; I forgot how to upload it! Expect it to drop on the workshop later today! In the meantime, a stand-alone link has been provided in the YWD discord page. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
