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BusinessCards for Windows v2.2
Copyright (c) 1993,1994,1995 by Michael Dvorkin
TABLE OF CONTENTS
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
1. What is the BusinessCards software?
2. What is in distribution kit?
3. How to install BusinessCards?
4. How to register the program?
5. What is new in Version v2.2?
6. Disclaimer of warranty
7. Feedback is always welcome!
1. WHAT IS THE BUSINESSCARDS SOFTWARE?
======================================
BusinessCards for Windows is a free form database program, useful for
keeping track of any type of textual information. You can use
BusinessCards to organize and manage any vital information, such as
addresses, references, notes, etc.
BusinessCards is extremely intuitive and easy to use software. I've
tried to make it to be more useful, than Windows Cardfile. BusinessCards
has friendly and convenient folio-like user interface with alphabetic
tabs and flipping pages. I expect you will be amazed by how fast you can
learn to use it effectively.
With BusinessCards you decide how to present and organize information.
Instead of using predefined fields and record layouts, offered by most
database programs and personal information managers, in BusinessCards
you decide how to format and display your data. Moreover, you may use
BusinessCards to store random data, such as video or CD titles, short
articles, descriptions of collection items, etc.
BusinessCards is compact. There are no requirements for megabytes of
free disk space or extra memory to run the program. So if you are busy
business traveller, you will be able to keep both program and data files
on diskette and use them at client's site. Since BusinessCards directly
reads and writes Windows Cardfile files, there should be minimum
problems, converting your existing address or price database.
2. WHAT IS IN DISTRIBUTION KIT?
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Normally, BusinessCards distribution kit consists of archive file
BCR220.ZIP (or BCARDS.ZIP), which includes the following files:
BCARDS.EXE BusinessCards program file
BCARDS.HLP BusinessCards help file
CTL3D.DLL 3D dialogs library
TDLG.DLL tabbed dialog boxes library
USAFIRMS.BCR sample file: 617 USA high-tech companies
SAMPLE.BCR sample file: how to use attachments and more
ACODE.CSV sample file: USA area codes (comma-delimited format)
ORDER.TXT BusinessCards registration form
RESPONCE.TXT user responce/suggestions form
README.TXT this file
VENDOR.TXT information for shareware vendors/distributors
FILE_ID.DIZ short program description for BBS-es
3. HOW TO INSTALL BUSINESSCARDS?
================================
In order to install BusinessCards software you need Windows 3.1 or
Windows for Workgroups 3.1 or later, 2 MB of RAM and 500K of free disk
space.
Create a directory specifically for BusinessCards, such as C:\BCARDS.
Copy the distribution file to that directory. Then run archive utility
(such as PKUNZIP or ARJ) to unpack the files. If you use Windows Program
manager, follow the instructions below. If you have other Windows shell
installed (such as Norton Desktop for Windows), please refer to
appropriate documentation on how to add a new program object to that
shell.
In Program Manager you can easily create a visible BusinessCards icon.
To do that, first, select 'New' command in 'File' menu. Next, in 'New
Program Object' dialog box choose 'Program Item'. In 'Program Item
Properties' dialog box use the follwoing commads:
Description: BusinessCards
Commmand line: C:\BCARDS\BCARDS.EXE
Working directory: C:\BCARDS
Press 'Ok' button until you get back to the Program Manager. The
BusinessCards icon should appear in current Program Manager's window. To
run the program just double click on the its icon. There is complete
documentation and information on how to use BusinessCards in the on-line
Help.
In case you would like to get rid of installed copy of BusinessCards,
just remove program directory with all existing files. BusinessCards
does not creates or updates any Windows system or initialization files.
4. HOW TO REGISTER THE PROGRAM?
===============================
This software is a fully operational program. I have made it this way so
that you can have a real look at it, and then decide whether
BusinessCards fit your needs or not. If you do find it useful, the
author asks that you please register your copy. Registration fee is
$29.95. For this sum you will receive your personal serial number and:
1. Original diskette with most up to date version of BusinessCards
for Windows software plus registration bonus -- BrainCubes
game for Windows.
2. Your personal serial number to register the program. The initial
registration reminder dialog box which appears at the beginning
of the program is removed when you install your registered copy.
Also, your name will appear in Help/About dialog box and word
`UNREGISTERED' will be removed from program's title bar.
3. The watermark printing is completely disabled in registered
version, so your printed output would contain no registration
reminder phrase.
4. By registering, you are assured of receiving the most up-to-date
and full-featured product possible. Next program updates will be
free for all registered users and subsequent major upgrades will
be offered with significant discount. When you register, you will
be placed on mailing list to receive notices of new major
revisions when they become available.
5. Registered users will receive free unlimited technical support
over fax or email for their version of BusinessCards.
If you have email address, I will do my best to email you registration
number within 24 hours, so you be able to register your existing copy
right away.
There are many ways to register BusinessCards software.
MONEY ORDER, CHECKS OR CASH
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Please send your Money Order, Check or Cash to:
Michael Dvorkin
P.O.Box 862
San Bruno, CA
94066-0862 USA
For non-cash overseas orders I can accept personal checks in major hard
currencies. This covers most of Western Europe, Japan and Australia, so
if you live there you can make the payment in your local currency. For
the rest of the world non-cash orders must be accompanied by an
International Money Order or a check in US Funds, drawn on an American
banking Institution.
For your convenience file ORDER.TXT, included in program distribution,
contains order form -- just fill it out and send to address above.
CREDIT CARD ORDERS
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Sorry, I can not accept credit card orders myself. However you order with
MasterCard, Visa, American express or Discover credit card from Public
Software Library (PsL) by calling:
Toll-free: 1-800-2424-PSL
Phone: (713)524-6394 (for international calls)
Fax: (713)524-6398
CompuServe: 71355,470
Internet: 71355.470@compuserve.com
Please mention the product number 11305. PsL's office hours to place
your order are 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST Monday -- Thursday and 7:00 AM to
12:30 PM CST on Fridays.
You can also mail credit card orders to PsL at P.O.Box 35705, Houston,
TX 77235-5705 USA. Please note, that the above numbers are for oreders
only. Any questions about status of the shipment, registration options,
distribution possibilities, product details, technical support, volume
discounts, dealer pricing, site licenses, etc. must be directed to me,
program author, Michael Dvorkin.
CompuServe
^^^^^^^^^^
GO SWREG (Shareware registration forum)
Product number: 4073
Product title: BusinessCards for Windows v2.2
CompuServe provides on-line registration, which is a part of basic
services and requires no additional connection charges. Electronic
orders may be placed with CompuServe Information Services and billed
directly to your CompuServe statements for your convenience. Just GO
SWREG and request BusinessCards registration.
I have tried to list as many options as possible at present time for
your convenience. Register whatever means is most convenient to you. If
none of above is convenient for you to register BusinessCards, please
feel free to contact me for a viable solution. We can arrange for some
special methods of registrations anyway.
5. WHAT IS NEW IN VERSION V2.2?
===============================
Below is a list of new features, implemented in version v2.2:
o allow to run multiple instances of the program;
o added new File/Merge command to merge two or more BusinessCards
files together;
o added "last name" sort option in Options/Preferences/General
to change default sort sequence;
o expanded number of configurable toolbar buttons for displays
with larger screen resolution;
o added error handling when program can't save its settings
(BCARDS.INI file on CDROM or write-protected diskette);
o about box now displays version number in separate field; each
instance of the program uses different screen location;
o fixed a bug, which caused general protection fault in
contents view with cards greater than 512 bytes.
o fixed sort bug, which sometimes incorrectly handled card
attachments;
6. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
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THIS SOFTWARE AND THE ACCOMPANYING FILES ARE SOLD "AS IS" AND WITHOUT
WARRANTIES AS TO PERFORMANCE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES
WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
BECAUSE OF THE VARIOUS HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE ENVIRONMENTS INTO WHICH
THE PROGRAM MAY BE USED, NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
IS OFFERED.
THE USER MUST ASSUME THE ENTIRE RISK OF USING THE PROGRAM. ANY LIABILITY
OF THE SELLER WILL BE LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY TO PRODUCT REPLACEMENT OR
REFUND OF PURCHASE PRICE.
7. FEEDBACK IS ALWAYS WELCOME!
==============================
As usually, all feedback, positive and negative is welcome. This version
is released largely because users have spoken up, and I have added
features and made changes that have been requested.
Please feel free to contact me if you would have any suggestions
regarding the programm. I also appreciate any bugs/errors information
which would help me with the future release.
Thanks for your registration. Enjoy BusinessCards!
Michael Dvorkin
P.O.Box 862
San Bruno, CA
94066-0862 USA
Phone: (415)588-6215
Fax: (415)588-6149
CompuServe: 73773,2527
Internet: mid@aol.com
AmericaOnline: MiD
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ASSOCIATION OF SHAREWARE PROFESSIONALS OMBUDSMAN STATEMENT
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
The author of BusinessCards, Michael Dvorkin, is 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 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 or send a Compuserve message to ASP Ombudsman
70007,3536