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^Cby
^CMinitel Services Company
^CForward by Bob Napp

    Over the past ten years, the Personal Computer has become a standard tool 
 for both the home and office.  Many of you have already been introduced to and 
 continue to use word processors, databases, spreadsheets, and games.  While 
 the PC lends itself to these types of applications, there are still many 
 avenues yet to be explored.  

    This month Big Blue Disk has the pleasure of introducing you to a new 
 company and service.  MINITEL, the world's most popular communications 
 system, is brought to you by Minitel Services Company.  This French-based 
 telecommunications firm has over four million users worldwide.  From the 
 comfort of your home or office you can shop electronically, search for a job, 
 and read entertainment news.  With a PC, a modem, and the MINITEL software 
 (provided to you by Big Blue Disk), you can have the world at your doorstep. 

    As a bonus, Big Blue Disk has arranged, for you, 30 minutes free connect 
 time.  All you have to do is use the MINITEL service anytime between October 1 
 and October 31, 1989, and your first 30 minutes of connect time are free! 


^CINSTALLING AND RUNNING MINITEL SOFTWARE 


 ^1COPY THE PROGRAM FIRST^0

    In order to access MINITEL, copy the program to a directory called MT on 
 your hard disk or copy it to a blank formatted floppy disk.

 ^1NEED QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION?^0

    If you need quick reference information, refer to the file named 
 README.DOC.  To print the file, use the DOS command:  

                             copy readme.doc prn <ENTER>

 ^1HOW TO GET STARTED:^0

    Once the program is copied, type INSTALL from the MT directory on your hard 
 disk or A: prompt for a floppy.  Then follow the instructions online to 
 register to MINITEL.  You will be asked to provide a Visa, MasterCard, or 
 American Express card (for future billing) in order to receive a User ID and 
 password.  You can explore the types of services listed and find out more 
 about MINITEL absolutely free.  YOU WON'T BE BILLED ANYTHING until you 
 actually enter a service code and press <ENTER>, connecting you to a service.

 ^1IMPORTANT KEYS^0

^CMinitel Commands                    PC Function Keys
^C================                    ================
^C   INDEX                               F1 or HOME   ^N
^C   CANCEL                              F2 or END    ^N
^C   PREVIOUS                            F3 or PGUP   ^N
^C   REPEAT                              F4           ^N
^C   GUIDE                               F5           ^N
^C   CORRECTION                          F6 or BKSP   ^N
^C   NEXT                                F7 or PGDN   ^N
^C   SEND                                F8 or ENTER  ^N
^C   LOCAL LINE                          F9           ^N
^C   HELP                                F10          ^N

^C   CHANGING                                         ^N
^C   SERVICES                            SHIFT-F2     ^N

^C   DISCONNECT                                       ^N
^C   MINITEL                             SHIFT-F3     ^N


 ^1TECHNICAL SUPPORT

    Should you have any difficulty installing the MINITEL software or 
 connecting to their online service, we encourage you to contact the experts at 
 Minitel Services Company.  They can be reached at ^1(914) 694-6266^0. 


^CA MESSAGE FROM MINITEL SERVICES COMPANY


 Dear Big Blue Disk User:

    Thank you for selecting MINITEL, the world's most popular interactive 
 personal communications system.  The following program along with a modem will 
 enable you to access the system.

    Minitel provides an easy-to-use way of affordably communicating with others 
 around the world.  You can also shop, participate in international games, 
 check stocks, read the paper, research, buy and sell real estate, make travel 
 plans and reservations, and more, all inexpensively and instantaneously.

    It's easy to use - just follow the installation instructions online and in 
 minutes you'll be connected.  You won't be charged until you actually sign 
 onto a service and then it's a flat per minute rate billed on your Visa, 
 MasterCard or American Express card (services average 17 cents per minute).  
 Registration and use of the directory are free of charge, and there are no 
 monthly subscription fees.  Be sure to sign on in the month of October and 
 take advantage of the special offer to Big Blue Disk users - your first 30 
 minutes usage absolutely free!  We look forward to seeing you online!

 

^C^1Minitel Services Company^0
^C^12900 Westchester Avenue^0
^C^1Purchase, NY  10577^0
^C^1Telephone (914) 694-6266^0

