Lost Words 1.0 Windows Educational Game (UN-Registered Shareware Version) INTRODUCTION System Requirements Lost Words requires a 386/486 CPU, Windows 3.1 or later, a hard disk and mouse, plus a minimum of 2 MB of RAM and 4 MB of hard disk space, and VGA or better graphics LICENSE INFORMATION Thank you for trying Lost Words and for using shareware. Shareware is an excellent way for you to test new programs without paying for them in advance. However, shareware software is not free. After testing the program, you're required to pay for it and register if you continue to use it. By paying for the shareware programs you use, you help keep this company and other companies alive and creating software you can try before you buy. Please register all shareware programs you use regularly! This is the unregistered version of Lost Words 1.0. Lost Words is a shareware program. You may try this copy of the program for a period not to exceed 30 days to determine whether or not it is suitable for your needs. After that time, if you continue to use the program, you must register your copy with the author. To register, use the "Registration" command in the "Help" menu to fill out and print the registration form. The Registration fee for this program is $20 plus SH. Limitations-The shareware version of Lost Words has a registration reminder screen that displays at startup after the 30 day evaluation has expired. In addition, there is only four subject dictionaries with 300 words and phrases. The registered version contains 12 subjects with over 1000 words and phrases. However, even with the un-registered version you can create your own subject files using the "Edit-Subject" menu option. You can also register with a Visa or MasterCard by calling Psl at (800) 242-4775 and request product #14565. All orders incur a $4 U.S. ($6 outside U.S.) shipping and handling fee for each order, regardless of how many programs are ordered. Ssorg Software programs may also be registered on CompuServe in the SWREG forum. Registrations will be charged to your CompuServe account. Registered users receive the very latest version of the program (without reminder screen), a printed manual, automatic notification of major upgrades, and support. In addition, when you register, you'll receive 12 subjects with over 1000 words and phrases. Registered users are entitled to 1 year free support by E-mail. Users of this program, along with traditional shareware distributors may distribute copies of the shareware versions of this program, but only under the terms described in the VENDOR.DOC file included with this copy of the program. All commercial distributors MUST read that file and abide by the distribution rules contained in that file. Violations of the distribution license in VENDOR.DOC may result in prosecution under appropriate copyright laws of the United States and other countries. Lost Words and all related files, including this documentation are Copyright 1996 by Ssorg Software. All rights are reserved. Ssorg Software is a member of the Association of Shareware Professionals and the Software Publishers' Association. Ssorg Software PO Box 621331 Orlando, FL 32862 CompuServe ID: 70621,440 ASP OMBUDSMAN NOTICE This program is produced by a 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 that 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 49422-9427 USA FAX 619-788-2765 or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe mail to ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536. INSTALLATION 1. If Windows is not running, start it. Then, from the Program Manager, click on Run under the file menu. 2. Enter the drive and "Setup.exe" in the command line (i.e. "A:\SETUP>EXE"). 3. Press or click OK to start the automatic installation. You will be prompted for all information required. 4. Once the program is installed you can click on "Lost Words Help" for information on running the game. Note - After installing the game you can customize the game for you PC. Using the puzzle design and options menu, you can select sound options, puzzle shape, size, subject file, and hint display.