                   CLEARweb Beta 0.5 for Windows

Welcome to the beta test of CLEARweb from CLEAR Software. Our goal is 
to create the best tool possible for collecting, organizing, and 
publishing Internet addresses. Please take the time to let us know 
what you think of the product. You can contact us by e-mail or through 
our website.

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1. Important note for users of previous beta test versions
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CLEARweb beta 0.5 represents a major overhaul of the product. You
can find the complete list of changes in the help file. One aspect of
these changes is the introduction of a new format for the .CWM map files. 
Map files created in previous versions of CLEARweb cannot be read in 
beta 0.5, and .CWM files from beta 0.5 cannot be used in old versions of 
the CLEARweb Viewer.

As part of the installation process, new .CWM example files will be
placed in the /clearweb/examples directory. Any existing .CWM files
will be moved to a new directory named /clearweb/examples/old. 

To rebuild your own .CWM files, you should open the matching .CWO
file and then save it. This will automatically create a new .CWM file.

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2. Downloading the Latest Copy of CLEARweb 
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The current version of CLEARweb is available for downloading
from the following web page:

   http://www.clearsoft.com/clearweb/download.html

A library of example CLEARweb maps can be found at:

   http://www.clearsoft.com/clearweb/library.html

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3. Installation Instructions
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   CLEARweb requires a PC compatible running Windows 3.x, Windows NT,
or Windows 95. The installed version of the program needs 4 megabytes 
of disk space including examples. CLEARweb works with Netscape 
version 1.1 or greater, although version 2.x is recommended.

-  CLEARweb is available for downloading in both 16 bit and 32 bit 
versions. The two versions are named CW16Byy.EXE or CW32Byy, where 
yy represents the version number. If you are using Windows 3.x, you 
must download and install the 16 bit CW16Byy.EXE file. Users of 
Windows 95 and Windows NT can use either version.   

- The CLEARweb file that you download is a self-extracting file, you
must run this file to extract the installation files. Then run 
the extracted file SETUP.EXE which will install CLEARweb in its own 
directory, and create icons for the program.

- After CLEARweb is installed on your computer, the Browser Setup 
program will run, and install CLEARweb as a Netscape helper application. 

- You will need to run the Browser Setup program each time you install a 
new version of Netscape. 

- Finally, you MUST restart Windows after installation to have 
CLEARweb run correctly. 

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4. Version History
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0.2 - December 12, 1995
	First beta test of the CLEARweb Viewer.

0.3 - February 14, 1995
	First beta test of the CLEARweb editing tools.
	Added outline view to Viewer.

0.4 - March 4, 1996
	Improved double-click behavior in Viewer.

0.45 - March 25, 1996
	Fixed a bug that caused GPFs in Viewer.

0.5 - May 6, 1996 
	Outline Editor, Map Editor, and Viewer combined into one program.
	New file format for .CWM files.        
        User interface and menu system redesigned.
        Added ability to capture entire website.
	For a complete list of the changes in this version, see the 
	What's New section of the help file.
		
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5. Known Limitations
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The following features are not present in the current beta, but will 
be delivered before the release of CLEARweb version 1.0.

	Edit and display information about a map's author
	Printing and Printer Setup
	Verify Address for all or selected items
	Compatibility with other web browsers, including:
		Microsoft Explorer, Mosaic, and WebSurfer

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6. Registering CLEARweb
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No registration or payment is required to download and use the beta 
test version of CLEARweb. To make sure beta testers stay current 
with our development effort, each beta version expires completely within
45 days of its release. You will need to download and install new 
beta test versions if you want to continue using the program. We make
sure to release a new beta version well before the current one expires. 

When CLEARweb 1.0 is released, it will be available for free downloading
and 30 day evaluation. This will be a complete copy of the product with
no missing or limited features. You will need to register and pay for 
the program within 30 days to continue using all of CLEARweb's features. 
After 30 days of use, the program will switch to Viewer mode if it isn't 
registered. 

In Viewer mode you can open and download any CLEARweb map file and 
use it to navigate with your web browser. You can also import and export 
Netscape Bookmark files. You will not be able to edit a map or outline, 
and the ability to add or verify addresses will also be disabled. You 
may use CLEARweb in Viewer mode for as long as you wish with no charge.

You may freely redistribute the unregistered copy of CLEARweb along with 
any map files you create. You must use the complete, unmodified copy of 
CLEARweb in its original downloaded form. Each user who installs a copy of 
CLEARweb will be responsible for either registering it, or using it in 
Viewer mode.

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7. Contacting CLEAR Software
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Company Home Page: http://www.clearsoft.com/

CLEARweb Home Page: http://www.clearsoft.com/clearweb/

CLEARweb Problem Reports: http://www.clearsoft.com/clearweb/survey.html

CLEARweb Mailing Lists: http://www.clearsoft.com/clearweb/subscrib.html

Direct Email: clearweb@clearsoft.com

FAX: 617-965-5310

Mail: CLEAR Software, 199 Wells Ave, Newton, MA  02159 
      ATTN: CLEARweb Technical Support




