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- MEGAHOST, Version 2.30 -
M E G A H O S T "The Easy BBS"
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Version 2.30
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D E S C R I P T I O N A N D
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A U T H O R I N F O R M A T I O N
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Last updated: Jan, 1994
This file includes sample descriptions which you may use to describe
the MEGAHOST package.
Disk Vendors and Distributors please refer to the VENDOR.DOC text
file.
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Program Information:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
File Name(s) for BBSs:
----------------------
For consistency and to help users locate the files, please use the
following file names:
If the programs and documentation are in separate archive files,
please use the following names (both must be posted):
MHST230E.ZIP MEGAHOST Release n.nn Executables
MHST230D.ZIP MEGAHOST Release n.nn Documentation
If the programs and documentation are contained within a single
archive file, please use the following name:
MHST230.ZIP MEGAHOST Release n.nn Executables and Documentation
If the program is compressed using some other file compression
method, then please use the name "MHST230" with the appropriate
extension (PAK, ARC, LZH, ZOO, etc.).
DESCRIBE.DOC Page 1
- MEGAHOST, Version 2.30 -
Keywords:
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MINIHOST MAXIHOST MEGAHOST EASY BBS ASYNC COMM REMOTE
Category:
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Bulletin Board Software
Program Name, Category, Keywords:
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MEGAHOST, BULLETIN BOARD SOFTWARE, MINIHOST MAXIHOST MEGAHOST EASY BBS
Short Description:
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Full featured BBS, simple setup configuration
Long Description:
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A serious, full featured multi-user BBS designed for ease of use.
Features include B-Tree indexed Message and Caller databases with a
capacity of over 2 billion records each, ring back for voice lines and
built-in callback for additional security, file transfers (ASCII,
Xmodem, Xmodem-CRC, and Ymodem, included (Zmodem & Kermit available
at no cost) - many other protocols are already configured and only need
the driver to be activated), ANSI, RIP, NAPLPS, BIG, and CONDOR graphics
support, dynamically built menus based on security levels -or- custom
menus created with an ANSI screen designer, configurable main menu
access to multiple door programs, bulletins, chat mode, questionnaire,
doors, multiple user security levels and password protection for file
areas. Support for front end mailers and echo / net mail doors.
Interrupt driven send and receive buffers. Support for FOSSIL drivers
and DigiBoards. NS16550A UART FIFO utilization, directly supporting
16.8 kbps modems. Database sharing support under Desqview, MS Windows,
Novell, Banyon Vines, or any SHARE compatible network. Very easy
configuration by a supplied ASCII text file that is quickly modified.
You can have the program on-line in about 1/2 hour in most cases.
The documentation walks you through the each option step by step.
Advanced SysOp utilities are available. Free technical support is
provided by the author.
DESCRIBE.DOC Page 2
- MEGAHOST, Version 2.30 -
Quotes from Reviews, Articles and Users:
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PC World MAY 1990 says:
"MAXIHOST,. a versatile shareware BBS that almost anyone can use..."
"MAXIHOST's ample security features and easy setup make it ideal..."
"A MAXIHOST BBS is as easy to maintain as it is to setup."
Micro Cornucopia NOV-DEC 1989 says:
"has amazing low maintenance requirements"
"is very flexible"
"after years of reliable use Mankin's little BBS is a gem of a system"
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Vol 53, Summer 89 says:
"Because of the extensive documentation, I have never had a need to call"
"a fine shareware BBS which every college of pharmacy should try"
Personal Computer Communications, by Alfred Glossbrenner says:
"For new users we recommend Don Mankin's MINIHOST."
"Simple to setup and use..."
"...for anyone wishing to tap an office or home computer
from a distant location"
Hardware Requirements:
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384K of RAM, MS-DOS 3.x or higher, Hayes or compatable modem,
Hard Disk (highly) recommended. EMS, Printer optional.
Registration Information:
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Hobby registrations are just $49.
Business/Commercial/Other registrations are $79.
Diskettes are mailed to new registrants that contain the latest release
of MEGAHOST along with key numbers that remove the [EVALUATION COPY]
notices. The unregistered version is not in any way crippled.
Free technical support is available via the MEGAHOST Support BBS
@ 209-836-2402.
For complete user registration information please refer to the
REGISTER.DOC text file.
DESCRIBE.DOC Page 3
- MEGAHOST, Version 2.30 -
Author/Publisher Information:
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ASCII COMPUTER ENTERPRISES is a small software company owned and
operated by Don Mankin.
Don Mankin belongs to the Association of Shareware Professionals.
(ASP)
Please feel free to contact me (Don Mankin) at any time if you have any
questions, comments or suggestions. I can be reached by mail at the
following address:
Don Mankin
ASCII Computer Enterprises
231 Market Place #353
San Ramon, CA 94583
U.S.A.
I can also be reached at the MEGAHOST Support BBS @ 209-836-2402
DESCRIBE.DOC Page 4
- MEGAHOST, Version 2.30 -
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│ ║ ║ │ ╟── ║ ┌─┐ ╟─────┤ ╟─────┤ ║ │ ╙─────┐ ║ │
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│ ╨ ╨ ┴ ╨─────┘ ╙─────┘ ╨ ┴ ╨ ┴ ╙─────┘ ╙─────┘ ╨ │
│ │
│ Copyright (c) 1994 by Don Mankin │
│ All Rights Reserved │
│ 231 Market Place #353 │
│ San Ramon, CA 94583 │
│ Support BBS Number 209-836-2402 (VISA/MC Registration) │
│ (See READ.ME about registering via AMEX or DISCOVER) │
│ │
├───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ │
│ This is a user supported product. We encourage you │
│ to pass is along to others. If you find MEGAHOST │
│ of value, please register it with us. If used │
│ commercially or for commercial purposes, a │
│ registration fee of $79 (US Dollars) is required. │
│ Otherwise, registration would be just $49. Include │
│ $4.00 shipping and handling plus California sales │
│ tax of 7.75% if ordering from California. │
│ │
│ Please send your registration to the above address │
│ or, register online using your MasterCard or Visa. │
│ Support of this product is provided exclusively │
│ through the Support BBS at the number provided │
│ above. │
│ │
│ Thanks for supporting MEGAHOST! │
│ │
└───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
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