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   ABOUT SHAREWARE...
   
   Shareware (also known as user supported software and other names) is a
   concept not understood by everyone.  The authors of Shareware retain all
   rights to the software under the copyright laws while still allowing
   free distribution.  This gives the user the chance to freely obtain and
   try out software to see if it fits his needs.  Shareware should not be
   confused with Public Domain software even though they are often obtained
   from the same sources.
   
   If you continue to use Shareware after trying it out, you are expected
   to register your use with the author and pay a registration fee.  What
   you get in return depends on the author, but may include a printed
   manual, free updates, telephone support, etc.  Only by paying for the
   Shareware you use do you enable the Shareware author to continue to
   support his software and create new programs.  Considering that the
   Shareware registration fees are almost always far less than the purchase
   price of comparable commercial software it's obvious that Shareware is a
   good deal for everyone.
   
   There are real advantages to you in the Shareware system.  You get to
   try out software to make sure it is compatible with your hardware and
   that it fits your needs before you "buy" it with your registration.
   The author saves the expense of advertising, packaging and distribution
   and passes the savings on to you.  Plus, most Shareware authors are
   much more accessible than commercial software sources so that your
   questions and suggestions are much more likely to be responded to.
   

   C.G. Shareware is an Associate Member of the Association of Shareware
   Professionals (ASP).  We support the ASP's efforts to educate the public
   about the nature of Shareware distribution.  We hope you'll find
   Shareware to be an effective method of obtaining computer programs.






   The term Shareware describes a marketing method in which copyrighted
   programs circulate freely among users for the purpose of evaluation.
   This gives you the option to "Try Before You Buy".  The author of a
   Shareware program typically allows you to try the program for up to
   30 days before payment is required.  The exact terms of evaluation 
   vary from author to author, so be sure to check the documentation of
   the programs you evaluate.

   The fee you pay to C.G. is a distribution fee and does not cover the
   cost of the program itself.  Programs which are used beyond the
   author's prescribed evaluation period require a separate payment to
   the author.  By making payment to the author you obtain a legal right
   to use the software, and encourage the continued development of
   quality software within the Shareware channel.

   The process of paying for Shareware is termed "registration".  The
   exact benefits of registration vary from author to author, but many
   authors will offer one or more of the following: a current version,
   technical support, a printed manual, free or discounted upgrades,
   bonus utilities or special offers.  Consult the registration
   information included with each program for specific details."										
   
   When you order software from C.G. Shareware you are not paying for the
   software.  What you are paying for is the disk(s), duplication service,
   postage and handling.

   C.G. Shareware is an approved vendor and associate member of the 
   Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP).  ASP wants to make sure    
   that the shareware principle works for you.  If you are unable to resolve a
   shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting the member
   directly, ASP may be able to help.  The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve
   a dispute or problem with an ASP member, but does not provide technical
   support for members' products.  Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at
   545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442-9427 or send a CompuServe message
   via CompuServe Mail to Asp Ombudsman 70007,3536 or FAX 616-788-2765."
   We have provided this file for those of you who are new to Shareware.  We
   would suggest that you spend some time reading about DOS commands and
   compression utilities



   C.G. is dedicated to providing the authors we serve with the highest
   quality distribution services we can.  We are constantly looking for
   new programs to add to our library any author wishing to submit their work
   to us may do so at the address listed above.










   This document is only meant to give some basic guidance.  We suggest you
   read additional material to fully understand and how to work with your
   computer.

   1.) DOS COMMANDS 

       A.) COPY - The copy command allows you to copy files (from a 
   location) (to a location).  A location simply being a storage device,
   which would be a floppy disk or a hard disk.  

                        Examples and explanations:

   The DOS prompt is critical to this operation it will look like this
   A:\> or C:\>.

   A:\>COPY A:*.* B:

        Will copy all files on drive A: to B:

   A:\>COPY A:read.me B:
        Will copy the file read.me from A: to B:.

   A:\> COPY A:*.dat B:

        Will copy all files with the extension .dat to B:.

   C:\>COPY C:\wp\*.doc C:\doc\

        Will copy all .doc files stored in the subdirectory \wp\ to
   the subdirectory \doc\.


        B.)DIR  - This command will allow you to list to the screen the
   files located on a drive or disk.

                        Examples and explanations:

   C:\>DIR

        Will list the files on the root directory.



   C:\>DIR/P

         Will list the files to the screen but will pause when the screen
   fills and you will be prompted to press a key to continue.

   A:\DIR/W

          Will list the files to the screen in a wide screen format,
   slightly different than the others listed.



          C.) TYPE - The TYPE command is used to view text files on screen.

                        Examples and explanations:

   C:\>TYPE A:read.me

          This will list the file read.me to the screen to stop it from
   scrolling hold the CTRL key and press the SCROLL LOCK key press any
   key to continue viewing.  If you have an enhanced keyboard you can use
   the PAUSE key.  All file with the extension .DOC .TXT are read.me files.

           This will do the same as above, the more option causes the
   file to scroll one page at a time.

           D.) PRINT - Allows you to print files to your printer.
                         
                         Examples and explanations:

   C:\>PRINT A:\temp\read.me

           Will print the file read.me which is located in the subdirectory
   \temp\.

           The print command will prompt you for NAME OF LIST DEVICE (PRN):
   if your print is connected to LPT1 or the standard parallel port just
   hit ENTER.  If this does not work we would suggest that you contact 
   your hardware dealer to find out which port your printer is connected
   to.  The normal connection for the printer is to LPT1 and you won't
   have a problem.

           F.)  DISKCOPY - Allows you to copy and entire disk.

                          Examples ane explanations:

   C:\>DISKCOPY A:  A:

          This will copy a master disk inserted in A: to A:.  The
   system will prompt you when to insert the master and when to 
   insert the blank.

   A:\>DISKCOPY A:  B: 

          This will copy a master disk in A: to B:.













                              ARCHIVED FILES
                                    or
                    COMPRESSING AND DECOMPRESSING FILES


          Archiving is used very heavily in the Shareware industry and 
   the reason for this is simple, saving precious disk space.  When you
   do a directory listing of your disk and you see file extensions like
   .ARC   .LZH   .PAK   .ZIP you know that file is in an archived 
   format. The Simple Series has tried to make our library as uniform as
   possible.  On each disk we supply that is Zipped you should have
   PKUNZIP.  PKUNZIP allows you to extract the file.

                            Examples and explanations:

   A:\>PKUNZIP

           This by itself won't do anything other than to bring up a help
   screen for using PKUNZIP.  You may want to refer to this for further
   help.

   A;\.>PKUNZIP *.zip B:

           This will extract all .zip files on drive A: to B: 

   A:\>PKUNZIP test c:\temp\

           This will extract all files from test .zip to the subdirectory
   \temp\.

           The easiest method for doing this is to copy the disk you have
   received to a subdirectory on your hard drive and then issue the
   command PKUNZIP *.zip.

                     
               
        
   What kind of hardware is needed to run the software in this catalog?

   In most cases you can get by with a IBM PC with monochrome monitor,
   512K memory and 2 5.25 360K drives or 1 drive with 720K or greater
   capacity.  If you have less than 512K memory and only 1 5.25 360K floppy
   drive, C.G Shareware suggest that you upgrade to 640K (why stop at 512K
   if you are upgrading?)  and buy at least a second 5.25 360K drive.  
   Other software distributors suggest at least 256K and 1 5.25 360K drive.  
   This works ok with some programs.  But, some software requires the
   program disk to be left in the drive.  This leaves little or no
   room on the disk for your data.

   If any software requires a hard drive, graphics, 286 processor or
   anything else that is not standard on an IBM PC the description in
   this catalog of the program will say so.




   A guide to graphics cards.

   Programs that require CGA run on       :CGA,MCGA, EGA, VGA, Super VGA
   Programs that require MCGA run on      :MCGA, VGA, Super VGA
   Programs that require EGA run on       :EGA, VGA, Super VGA
   Programs that require VGA run on       : VGA, Super VGA
   Programs that require Super VGA run on : Super VGA


   How often do I receive updated catalogs?


   If you request a catalog but do not order you will not receive 
   anymore catalogs.  Once you place an order you will receive a catalog
   every 3 months until 1 year has passed since your last order.


   RETURN POLICY - Disks that are received in a damaged condition must
   be returned to C.G. Shareware within 60 days of receiving them.  C.G.
   Shareware will exchange the damaged disk with a good copy of the 
   title ordered.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL.


   	If for any reason at all you experience difficulties using your
   disks please call us for assistance.  Before calling we would suggest
   that you take the time to read all supplied documentation for 
   instructions.  If this does not help call us, however, we urge strongly
   that you be at your computer when you call.	

			      (718) 478-8677	

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   Please be sure that you understand what the software does before you
   run it.  C.G. Shareware is not responsible for any damages this
   software could cause you or your computer.

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