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MERGEFILE v1.17 & v2.17 VENDOR.DOC 5/29/94
NOTE: Enter COPY VENDOR.DOC PRN to print this file. It is formatted to
print 2 pages.
LIMITED DISTRIBUTION LICENSE
Redistribution of MERGEFILE is authorized only in accordance with the
following conditions:
- The MERGEFILE package must include the software, its documentation
files, registration form, and all supplemental files listed in
PACKING.LST as a single unit without any modification. If any files
are missing, then the package is not complete and distribution is
forbidden. Please contact the author to obtain a complete package.
- It is advertised as "shareware" and not as "free" or "public domain"
software (it can be stated that the shareware package contains a
public domain version of MERGEFILE). It must be clearly explained
that your distribution price does not constitute payment.
- You may include your own information, introductory, or installation
batch files on the disk with MERGEFILE. If you archive the package,
please name the file MERGE217.ext. You must obtain permission in
writing from the author to distribute MERGEFILE in combination with
other hardware, software, books, or materials.
- Computer information services such as CompuServe (CIS), Genie, etc.,
may post this software for their subscribers.
If you notify the author regarding your distribution, copies of all major
revisions will be provided. If the date shown above is over twelve months
old, please contact the author to ensure that you have the latest version.
Please see REGISTER.DOC if additional information is needed. The right to
withhold or withdraw permission to distribute MERGEFILE from anyone at any
time for any reason is explicitly reserved.
A one line description is given in DESC.SDI and a brief description is in
FILE_ID.DIZ; "Key Words" and an extended description are on the next page.
Key Words: MERGE MERGEFILE FILE UTILITY TEXT LIST SORT SHAREWARE
Extended Description:
MERGEFILE will merge two sorted ASCII text files of any size with several
options available. The user can select the order (ascending/descending),
case sensitivity, and to keep or remove duplicates. The merge key can be
the entire line or any of the first nine fields, with multiple fields in
sequence of priority, e.g., merge first on field three, then field seven,
followed by five. A single file can also be "merged" on itself, e.g., to
remove any duplicates from a list. The package includes a public domain
version of MERGEFILE with source code. The registration fee is $10, which
obtains the latest version without the registration reminder, its source
code, a MISC unit with various functions Turbo Pascal forgot, a collection
of small utility programs, information on upgrades and new products, a
technical support phone number, and 90 days of technical support. Support
is provided after 90 days and to unregistered users on a time available
basis. MERGEFILE runs with DOS 2.1 and above on an IBM compatible PC. It
should also perform in a DOS window with other operating environments.
INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION
If you are interested in translating and supporting MERGEFILE in another
language, please contact the author to discuss an exclusive agreement for
your language and country. Foreign distributors in other English speaking
countries are also invited to inquire.
Please Help the Author to Serve You Better
The author would appreciate copies of any catalog descriptions, articles,
reviews, or other information you provide regarding the MERGEFILE package.
Thank you for your time and assistance and for supporting the shareware
marketing concept.
Hal Parks RIME: ->774 or PARAMETERS
404B W. Oak FIDO: 1:11/153
Carbondale, IL 62901 Internet: hal.parks@f153.n11.z1.fidonet.org