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Contents
ASP Shareware Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition) 1
Chapter 1: How to read this catalog 2
1.1 Minimum requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Registration benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Sample product description . . . . . . . . . 4
Part 1: Shareware Products
Chapter 2: Utilities 7
2.1 Disk utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1.1 Disk cataloging . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.2 Hard disk utilities . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.1.3 Floppy disk utilities . . . . . . . . . 29
2.2 File utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2.2.1 Backup/restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
2.2.2 Encryption & security . . . . . . . . . 41
2.2.3 File archivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
2.2.4 File comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
2.2.5 File conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
2.2.6 File viewers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
2.3 Hardware utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
2.3.1 CPU & memory utilities . . . . . . . . . 52
2.3.2 Keyboard utilities . . . . . . . . . . . 54
2.3.3 Screen utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
2.3.3.1 EGA/VGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
2.3.4 286/386/486 utilities . . . . . . . . . 57
2.4 Printer utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
2.4.1 Printer control . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
2.4.2 Bar codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
2.4.3 Printer specific . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
2.4.3.1 Epson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
2.4.3.2 HP DeskJet . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
2.4.3.3 HP LaserJet . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
2.4.3.4 PostScript . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
2.4.4 Envelope addressers . . . . . . . . . . 78
2.5 System Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
2.5.1 Operating systems . . . . . . . . . . . 81
2.5.2 Multi-OS utilities . . . . . . . . . . . 82
2.5.3 Command processors . . . . . . . . . . . 82
2.5.4 Batch & macro utilities . . . . . . . . 83
2.5.5 Configuration utilities . . . . . . . . 90
2.5.6 Recovery utilities . . . . . . . . . . . 94
2.5.7 Screen capture . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
2.5.8 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
2.6 Desktop utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
2.6.1 Multi-function . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
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2.6.2 Calculators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
2.6.3 Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
2.6.4 Clocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
2.6.5 Phone dialers . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
2.6.5.1 Rolodex programs . . . . . . . . 110
2.6.6 Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
2.6.7 Notepads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
2.6.8 Personal information managers (PIMs) . 112
2.6.9 Time management . . . . . . . . . . . 117
2.6.10 Journal/diary programs . . . . . . . 119
2.7 Menu systems & file managers . . . . . . . 121
2.7.1 Menu systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
2.7.2 File managers . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
2.7.3 Combined MS/FMs . . . . . . . . . . . 137
2.7.4 MS/FMs for developers . . . . . . . . 139
2.7.5 Work environment managers . . . . . . 140
2.7.6 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
2.7.6.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
2.8 Security programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
2.8.1 Virus/Trojan detectors . . . . . . . . 142
2.8.2 Virus cleanup/removal . . . . . . . . 144
2.8.3 System activity monitors . . . . . . . 144
2.8.4 File integrity monitors . . . . . . . 144
2.9 Special needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
2.9.1 Vision-impaired utilities . . . . . . 145
2.10 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
2.10.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . . 145
2.10.2 For Sidekick . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
2.10.2.1 Sidekick Plus specific . . . . . 146
2.10.3 For PC Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
2.10.3.1 Deluxe Shell specific . . . . . 147
2.10.4 For 4DOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
2.10.5 For Lotus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
2.10.6 For Norton . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
2.10.6.1 For Norton Guides . . . . . . . 149
2.10.6.2 For Norton Utilities . . . . . . 149
2.10.7 For PKWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
2.10.7.1 For PKZIP/PKUNZIP . . . . . . . 149
2.10.8 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
2.11 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Chapter 3: Writing applications 152
3.1 Text editors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
3.2 Text organizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
3.3 Word processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
3.4 Desktop publishing . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
3.5 File format translators . . . . . . . . . . 169
3.6 Dictionaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
3.7 Document boilerplates . . . . . . . . . . . 171
3.7.1 Business specific . . . . . . . . . . 172
3.7.2 Legal specific . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
3.8 Creativity & brainstorming . . . . . . . . 172
3.9 Writing utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
3.10 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
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3.10.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . . 175
3.10.2 For Word . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
3.10.2.1 Word for Windows . . . . . . . . 175
3.10.3 For WordPerfect . . . . . . . . . . . 177
3.10.4 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
3.11 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Chapter 4: Spreadsheet applications 179
4.1 Spreadsheet programs . . . . . . . . . . . 179
4.2 Boilerplates/templates . . . . . . . . . . 181
4.3 Spreadsheet utilities . . . . . . . . . . . 181
4.4 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
4.4.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . . 181
4.4.2 For Lotus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
4.5 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Chapter 5: Database applications 183
5.1 Relational database managers . . . . . . . 183
5.2 Flat-file database managers . . . . . . . . 188
5.3 Mailing label systems . . . . . . . . . . . 193
5.4 File format translators . . . . . . . . . . 200
5.5 Freeform/text database managers . . . . . . 200
5.6 Keypunch programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
5.7 Database utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
5.8 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
5.8.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . . 203
5.8.2 For dBASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
5.8.2.1 dBASE III specific . . . . . . . 205
5.8.3 For FoxPro/FoxBASE+ . . . . . . . . . 207
5.8.4 For Clipper . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
5.8.5 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
5.9 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Chapter 6: Data 214
6.1 Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
6.2 Mapping data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
6.3 Marketing data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
6.3.1 Shareware specific . . . . . . . . . . 214
6.4 World facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
6.5 Zip codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
6.6 Area codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
6.7 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
6.7.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
6.8 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Chapter 7: Communications 219
7.1 General purpose modem communications . . . 219
7.2 Service-specific programs . . . . . . . . . 220
7.2.1 For CompuServe . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
7.2.2 For GEnie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
7.2.3 For Prodigy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
7.2.4 For MCImail . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
7.3 Bulletin board software . . . . . . . . . . 223
7.3.1 Bulletin board utilities . . . . . . . 224
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7.4 Call logging & analysis software . . . . . 225
7.4.1 Phone bill analyzers . . . . . . . . . 225
7.5 Modem-based graphics applications . . . . . 226
7.6 File format translators . . . . . . . . . . 226
7.7 File transfer protocols . . . . . . . . . . 227
7.8 Fax software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
7.9 Terminal emulators . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
7.10 Communication utilities . . . . . . . . . 228
7.11 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
7.11.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . . 229
7.11.2 For TAPCIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
7.11.3 For Wildcat! . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
7.11.4 For PCBoard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
7.11.5 For Qmodem . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
7.11.6 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
7.12 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Chapter 8: Business 233
8.1 Business finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
8.1.1 Business accounting . . . . . . . . . 234
8.1.2 Point-of-sale systems . . . . . . . . 246
8.1.3 Billing systems . . . . . . . . . . . 250
8.1.4 Purchase order systems . . . . . . . . 255
8.1.5 Payroll systems . . . . . . . . . . . 255
8.2 Inventory systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
8.3 Equipment use & maintenance . . . . . . . . 262
8.4 Project management . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
8.4.1 Project bidding & costing . . . . . . 266
8.4.1.1 Decision analysis tools . . . . . 267
8.5 Client management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
8.6 Specific-field systems . . . . . . . . . . 273
8.6.1 Food services . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
8.6.2 Legal & law enforcement . . . . . . . 274
8.6.3 Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
8.6.4 Medical & dental . . . . . . . . . . . 277
8.6.5 Real estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
8.7 File format translators . . . . . . . . . . 280
8.8 Forms generators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
8.8.1 Forms fillers . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
8.8.2 Forms processing . . . . . . . . . . . 283
8.8.3 Forms collections . . . . . . . . . . 284
8.9 Sales aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
8.10 Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
8.11 Work-at-home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
8.12 Training aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
8.12.1 Lecturing programs . . . . . . . . . 288
8.13 Business utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
8.14 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
8.14.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
8.15 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Chapter 9: Finances 296
9.1 Stock trading & analysis . . . . . . . . . 296
9.2 Personal finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
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9.2.1 Finances & budgets . . . . . . . . . . 303
9.2.2 Checkbook managers . . . . . . . . . . 311
9.3 File format translators . . . . . . . . . . 313
9.4 Portfolio management . . . . . . . . . . . 314
9.5 Finance utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
9.6 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Chapter 10: Engineering 319
10.1 Civil engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
10.2 Electrical engineering . . . . . . . . . . 320
10.3 Industrial engineering . . . . . . . . . . 321
10.4 Numerical control . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
10.5 Structural analysis . . . . . . . . . . . 340
10.6 Engineering utilities . . . . . . . . . . 340
10.7 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
10.7.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
10.8 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Chapter 11: Mathematics 343
11.1 General math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
11.2 Mandelbrot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
11.3 Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
11.4 Mathematical utilities . . . . . . . . . . 348
11.5 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Chapter 12: Programming 350
12.1 CASE tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
12.2 Desktop tools for programmers . . . . . . 350
12.3 Language translators . . . . . . . . . . . 352
12.4 Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
12.4.1 Assembler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
12.4.2 BASIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
12.4.3 C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
12.4.3.1 C++ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
12.4.4 Pascal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
12.4.4.1 OOP Pascal for DOS (Borland) . . 366
12.4.5 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
12.5 `Make' utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
12.6 Hypertext/hypermedia . . . . . . . . . . . 368
12.7 Software testing aids . . . . . . . . . . 370
12.8 Programming utilities . . . . . . . . . . 370
12.9 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374
12.9.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . . 374
12.9.2 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374
12.10 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Chapter 13: Education 380
13.1 Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380
13.2 Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
13.3 Junior high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
13.4 High school . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386
13.5 College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389
13.6 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
13.7 Foreign language . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
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13.8 Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
13.8.1 Operating system tutors . . . . . . . 395
13.8.2 Typing tutors . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
13.9 Teachers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
13.9.1 Gradebooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
13.10 Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
13.11 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
13.12 Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
13.13 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
13.13.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
13.14 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410
Chapter 14: Graphics 413
14.1 Viewing programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
14.2 Drawing programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415
14.3 Paint programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418
14.3.1 Graphics diversions . . . . . . . . . 420
14.4 Presentation graphics . . . . . . . . . . 420
14.5 CAD/CAM applications . . . . . . . . . . . 421
14.6 Business applications . . . . . . . . . . 422
14.7 File format translators . . . . . . . . . 423
14.8 Ready-made graphic images . . . . . . . . 424
14.8.1 Multi-format images . . . . . . . . . 424
14.8.2 PCX images . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425
14.9 Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425
14.9.1 Screen capture . . . . . . . . . . . 425
14.10 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
14.10.1 For AutoCAD . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
14.10.2 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430
14.11 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430
Chapter 15: Home & hobby 432
15.1 Astronomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432
15.2 Collecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433
15.3 Fortune telling & astrology . . . . . . . 444
15.4 Gardening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449
15.5 Genealogy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449
15.6 Ham radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 452
15.7 Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454
15.7.1 Food/dietary/kitchen . . . . . . . . 454
15.7.2 Exercise/fitness . . . . . . . . . . 457
15.8 Household automation . . . . . . . . . . . 457
15.9 Movies & video tapes . . . . . . . . . . . 458
15.10 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 461
15.11 Lottery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465
15.12 Personalities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467
15.13 Planes, trains & automobiles . . . . . . 468
15.14 Scouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 468
15.15 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470
15.15.1 Handicapping software . . . . . . . 475
15.15.1.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . 475
15.16 Reading (and writing, too) . . . . . . . 475
15.17 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 475
15.17.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . 475
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15.18 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 476
Chapter 16: Religion & philosophy 481
16.1 The Bible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 481
16.1.1 Bible programs . . . . . . . . . . . 481
16.1.2 Bible text . . . . . . . . . . . . . 481
16.2 Software for houses of worship . . . . . . 481
16.3 New age/occult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 483
16.4 Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 484
16.4.1 Metaphysics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 484
16.5 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485
16.5.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485
Chapter 17: Games 486
17.1 Practical jokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 486
17.2 Jokes & humor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 487
17.3 Sayings & stories . . . . . . . . . . . . 488
17.4 Board games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 489
17.4.1 Mahjong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 489
17.4.2 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 490
17.5 Arcade games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 492
17.6 Card games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 499
17.6.1 Poker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501
17.6.2 Solitaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501
17.7 Non-card games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 504
17.7.1 Solitaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 504
17.8 Casino games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505
17.9 War games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505
17.10 Simulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505
17.10.1 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 506
17.11 Star Trek & Star Wars . . . . . . . . . . 508
17.12 Trivia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 509
17.13 Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 510
17.14 Word games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 513
17.14.1 Cryptanalysis . . . . . . . . . . . 520
17.15 Pinball/paddleball . . . . . . . . . . . 520
17.16 Strategy/simulation . . . . . . . . . . . 521
17.17 Puzzles, mix & match . . . . . . . . . . 526
17.18 For adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 527
17.19 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 527
17.19.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . . 527
17.19.2 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528
17.20 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528
Chapter 18: About shareware 530
18.1 Assn. Shareware Professionals . . . . . . 530
18.2 Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 535
18.3 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 535
Chapter 19: Other 536
19.1 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 536
19.1.1 For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 536
19.2 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 536
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Part 2: Appendixes
Appendix A: Author addresses 539
Appendix B: Vendor addresses 585
Appendix C: Bulletin Boards 609
Appendix D: Retired shareware 630
Appendix E: Sorted list of all programs 631
Appendix F: Supporting Members 651
Index 652
ASP Shareware Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition)
rd nd
3 volume, 2 edition
Published September 3, 1992
Copyright 1992 by the Association of Shareware Professionals
(ASP), a non-profit organization; all rights reserved. Any
specific hardware/software names used in this catalog are the
(registered) trademarks of specific companies. Individuals,
bulletin board systems, national information systems, non-profit
organizations, and government agencies may freely distribute this
document in electronic form. For-profit disk vendor companies
may distribute this document in electronic form if they have an
ASP associate membership and if they charge only their normal
distribution fees. All others must obtain prior written per-
mission from the Association of Shareware Professionals. Write
to the ASP at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442.
The programs & services described in this catalog come from
members of the Association of Shareware Professionals. This
catalog may not list every ASP-member product and it may not be
current. Send all comments about the catalog to the above
address, or to CompuServe userID 70007,4004, or as a message in
the CompuServe SHAREWARE forum.
ASP strives to produce accurate catalogs BUT this publication may
contain any number of typographical, graphical, printing, or
interpretation errors.
"These programs are produced by members of the Associa-
tion 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 via Compuserve Mail to ASP Ombuds-
man 70007,3536". The Ombudsman may be contacted by FAX
by sending to the ASP FAX number: (616) 788-2765. In
communication with the Ombudsman please include a tele-
phone number and/or FAX if available.
Please write to the ASP at the above address if you have any
comments or questions about this catalog.
ASP Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition) 2
Chapter 1
How to read this catalog
ASP members have supplied product descriptions for each shareware
application they offer. The catalog groups them by subject
matter and lists them alphabetically. If you want to know the
name/address/phone for the author of a particular program, turn
to the index and look for the program by name. You'll usually
see two page references: one describes the page where you read
about the program, the other mentions the page where you can find
information about the author (in Appendix A). Just turn to the
appropriate page and scan for the name of the program.
The Association of Shareware Professionals does NOT rate members'
software for functionality or usefulness, nor can it attest to
the validity of any product description in this catalog. That is
for you -- the user -- to decide. Shareware, especially those
products authorized to carry the ASP logo, can be tested on a
"try before you buy" basis. If the software doesn't meet your
needs, you won't have to worry about getting a refund. (That's
the beauty of the shareware marketing concept.)
1.1 Minimum requirements
Every program description lists its computer and operating system
requirements (e.g. "IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better"). Unless noted
otherwise, each program assumes you have a standard keyboard,
monitor, printer, and either two floppy drives or a hard disk.
And unless noted otherwise, programs written for the IBM PC
assume you have at least 512k of total installed RAM. Many pro-
grams may also need specific hardware or software such as:
CGA monitor A video monitor capable of displaying CGA
graphics. This includes most "laptop CGA" com-
puters, plus higher resolution monitors such as
the EGA or VGA. Some of the described programs
may operate correctly with a Hercules monitor if
you use a "CGA simulator" program; consult your
video monitor manual for details.
Dual 720k
drives At least two floppy drives capable of writing at
least 720k of data per disk, or, preferably, a
hard disk (see below).
EGA monitor A video monitor capable of displaying EGA
graphics. This almost always includes VGA and
other higher-resolution monitors. CGA and
Hercules monitors won't suffice.
Hard disk A fixed-, removeable-, or network-drive device
capable of storing multiple megabytes of data.
Some programs also assume you have at least one
floppy drive in addition to the hard disk.
ASP Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition) 3
Hercules
monitor A video monitor capable of displaying Hercules
graphics. CGA monitors won't suffice.
HP DeskJet A Hewlett-Packard DeskJet or compatible printer.
Some programs may require a DeskJet starting with
a specific model such as the DeskJet Plus or
having a specific feature like a RAM cartridge.
HP LaserJet A Hewlett-Packard LaserJet or compatible printer.
(HP DeskJet printers recognize most, but not all,
of the HP LaserJet command set.) Some programs
may require a LaserJet either starting with a
specific model such as the LaserJet II or having a
specific feature like the LaserJet IIIDSi.
Modem A modem. Almost all programs work with a "Hayes"
modem, specifically one able to recognize the
Hayes command set (an industry standard). A few
programs claim to work with non-Hayes modems too.
Some programs may require the modem to operate at
a specific rate of speed (e.g. "1200 baud").
Mouse A mouse.
Network A computer hooked up a local area network (LAN)
system. Program descriptions will normally
specify the different types of LAN systems under
which they can operate.
Plotter A plotter output device. Many of the described
programs need a plotter able to recognize the HPGL
(Hewlett Packard Graphics Language) command set.
PostScript
printer A printer able to interpret the PostScript(r)
command set. Many printers (including the HP
LaserJet series) offer PostScript compatibility
via plug-in cartridges.
VGA monitor A video monitor capable of displaying VGA
graphics. This almost always includes super-VGA
and other higher-resolution monitors. CGA/EGA/
Hercules monitors won't suffice.
SVGA
monitor A video monitor capable of displaying Super-VGA
graphics. This almost always includes higher-
resolution monitors. CGA/EGA/VGA/Hercules
monitors won't suffice.
1.2 Registration benefits
All ASP member shareware products come with certain minimum
benefits when you register. The author must acknowledge your
registration (you don't just get a canceled check) and must
provide a minimum amount of technical support for at least three
months.
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Many authors provide other registration benefits such as a
printed manual, a master disk, a year of unlimited phone support,
source code, etc. The product description will mention them when
appropriate.
In addition, every ASP member can offer the following benefits to
registered customers:
CompuServe
IntroPak obtain an introductory membership to the Compu-
Serve network with a $15 usage credit when you
register an ASP member's shareware product.
Shareware
Magazine get a discount when you subscribe to Shareware
Magazine.
Many authors include this information when they acknowledge
registrations. Contact the author if you need assistance.
Some authors add "registration reminder screens" to the shareware
version of a program as a way to gently remind people to
register. (The ASP sets ethical standards regarding it.) Almost
all authors will either send a copy of the program without
reminder screens, or will disclose a method to disable the
reminders, once you register the product.
1.3 Sample product description
This sample description will help you understand what each field
means:
Product: Shareware Program Name [***]
A "[***]" across from the product name indicates a new or
updated description since the last catalog.
Author: name & phone number of the person or company offering
this product. See Appendix A for detailed information about
the person or company.
Version: version number (release date)
Needs: computer type [IBM PC, IBM 80386, Macintosh, etc.],
operating system, and version number. May also describe other
needed or recommended hardware & software. See above for more
details.
Registration fee: The cost of a single user license, expressed
in U.S. currency unless otherwise noted. Many authors provide
"multi-tier" registrations, and you may pay a little more or
less than the amount stated here depending on your situation.
(You can often save money by "reading the fine print.") Some
authors include shipping & handling fees in the prices while
others don't. Most authors offer network, site, and corporate
ASP Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition) 5
licenses for a higher fee; please contact the author in
question for details and price quotes.
Registration benefits: Describes the benefits you get for regis-
tering the software. All ASP shareware programs come with cer-
tain minimum benefits (see above for details).
Look for: FILENAME.EXT on BBSs (call xxx-xxx-xxxx to download it
at no charge); FNAME.EXT in GATE:FORUM forum LIB 9 on Compu-
Serve (or contact userID 78901,2345 for assistance); FILE-
NAME.EXT in ROUNDTABLE RTC LIB 9 on GEnie (or contact userID
J.QAUTHOR for assistance).
Download size: the size of the file(s) to download, in
kilobytes. A 2400 baud modem can download about 14 kilobytes
per minute under normal conditions.
Special instructions: tells if the author limits product
distribution to the United States. In some cases the author or
company may have signed a contract forbidding worldwide share-
ware distribution. In other cases the product may only appeal
to an American audience (income tax software for example). In
rare cases, U.S. federal laws may actually prohibit the author
or company from distributing the product in other countries.
Editor's note: the catalog editor may append text of his own if
something needs further explanation.
Description: a paragraph or two of text which describes the
shareware product in detail. This information comes direct
from the author or company behind the program.
Chapter 1, "Shareware Products" 6
PART 1
Shareware Products
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 7
Chapter 2
Utilities
2.1 Disk utilities
Product: BatchMaker Plus
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Version: 2.5 (12-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk, CGA monitor, 384k
RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: BatchMaker Plus package with a manual and
the latest version released. Independent copy of LCOPY for
transportability. Six months of support.
Look for: BTMK25.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
FILE MENU - Menu of up to 500 files, Disk and computer info,
Calculator and calendar. DOS UTILITY - Double DIR DOS
manipulation, DIR tree, Disk and computer info, View files,
Display or change attribute, Execute program from list, Copy
large file to floppies. FILE EDITOR - Full screen editor, Quick
reference DOS help, Cut and paste, Locate function, Print
function, Make DIR to install program. DISK FUNCTIONS - Disk
commands with options. SETUP and LOAN & SAVINGS to get you
started, Mouse Support
Product: Directory Freedom
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Version: 4.50 (12-05-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Minimum 90 days phone/BBS/mail support.
Printed manuals, disks, and software subscription services
available for higher fees.
Look for: DF400.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it at
no charge); DF450.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
5 (or contact userID 72561,2637 for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers a fast, compact alternative to DOS Shells which provides
features such as selective file and directory operations; a
scrollable environment for examining files and directories; and
user-defined keys which can operate upon highlighted files. All
this in a program less than 25KB in size since it is written in
assembler! Easily customized through an external configuration
program. A great companion for systems of any size.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 8
Product: Directory-Manifest
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Version: 1.0 (12-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. CGA monitor, 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Six months of support, plus a disk and a
manual.
Look for: DIRMAN.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Shell and Utility that includes disk and computer
information. A double directory DOS utility with a directory
tree, change attributes, copy large files beyond the capacity
of one diskette, view files even binary files, copy, rename,
erase, move, make and remove a directory, group copy or group
erase files. Execute files and print files from the directory
list. And more. All with mouse support.
Product: DOS Helper
Author: Polaris Software, 619-789-7723
Version: 1.0 (05-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 6 months
support, upgrades.
Look for: DH10.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 185k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Provides on-line help while you use DOS. Program gives the user
a choice of two modes of operation; a menu-aided "assist" mode
and a direct "command line" mode. The "assist" mode uses drop-
down menus. Users can also browse through the command list.
Help screens give a description of the DOS command, the command
syntax, all of the switches, and several examples of usage.
Included in the package are 6 very useful utilities (LF, LCD,
MOVE, SIZE, HIDE and UNHIDE).
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Product: Duplicate File Manager
Author: Micro System Solutions, 303-795-7653
Version: 3.0 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $27.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support.
Look for: CUDUP3.EXE on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); CUDUP3.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76060,102 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Reads all files on up to 8 requested drives, optionally
includes files contained in compression libraries (ZIP, LHA,
LHARC, PAK, ZOO, ARC, MD, etc.) Provides full list, viewing and
file deletion capabilities. Duplicates listed as equals in
filename only, filename plus equals in any of the following:
size, date or time.
Product: ExtraDOS Toolbox
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Collection of 50 MS-DOS Utilities. See full description on
page 96.
Product: FileMan [***]
Author: TDWare, 206-833-7203
File Manager for Windows. See full description on page 134.
Product: The Finishing Touch
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc., 800-767-1978
Professional Software Installation Program. See full
description on page 376.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design, 212-889-6431
Virus Detection/Prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 142.
Product: FOURU
Author: GTX Software, 213-257-2704
Version: 2.0 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Free upgrades for one year.
Look for: FOURU.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 414-789-4532
to download it at no charge); FOURU.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71210,3632 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Four Handy Utilities for your system.
DD.EXE A quick color coded directory lister.
FTREE.EXE Shows size of directories on your hard disk.
TO.EXE Change Drive/Directory quickly.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 10
DFL.EXE Duplicate file finder.
Product: Mover
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 2.11 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: MOVED211.ZIP on BBSs; MOVED2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 19k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Moves files between directories or disks. Fast, simple &
intuitive. Makes organizing your hard disk a snap. Options to
overwrite existing target files without asking, to delete
source files & to securely overwrite deleted source files. Much
faster than copying-then-deleting files. Works even on full
disks.
Product: PC-INFO
Author: Cheat River Engineering, 201-627-5460
Displays snapshot of system HW, SW & mem.dev. See full
description on page 92.
Product: Room
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 2.11 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: ROOMD211.ZIP on BBSs; ROOMD2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 8k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tells much space is left on a disk & if there's room for a
specified set of files. Much faster & without the disk
thrashing of the DOS CHKDSK program. Find out how close you
are to filling up your disk. Use Room in a batch file to find
out if there's enough space on the disk before trying to copy
files on it. Room takes into account existing files by the
same name on the disk.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 11
Product: SAFEPACK
Author: D J Harvey Software
Version: 1.2 (04-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.50
Registration benefits: Next upgrade, two years of support.
Look for: SAFPAK12.ZIP on BBSs; SAFPAK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 100031,627 for
assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This disk defragmenter for MSDOS up to 5.0 and DR DOS up to 6.0
is designed so that the data on the disk should be immune to
any interruptions to the program, whether due to user
interrupt, machine failure, or even a power cut.
Numerous options allow files and directories to be sorted into
almost any order, and many other optimizations are possible. It
may be run in unattended mode, allowing use in batch files. As
it uses only high level calls, it should work on ANY standard
DOS Disk.
Product: Snooper, the system checker
Author: John Vias, 904-332-8234
Fast, friendly, flexible system info utility. See full
description on page 93.
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
17 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 89.
Product: STRG String Processing Routines
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 6.1b (06-17-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better. Turbo Pascal 5.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 260k of assembler source code and 75 .OBJ
files, which can recompile under any TP version from 4.0 to
6.0; Voice, BBS and FAX technical support; $9 upgrade policy
for new versions.
Look for: STRG61B.ZIP on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it
at no charge); STRG61.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGA forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
STRG61B.ZIP on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Extremely high speed string routines for strings, characters,
and all types of numbers, including case, classification,
comparison, conversion, copy, count, delete, format,
justification, membership, parse, position, replace, search,
sort, tabbing, ASCIIZ, many with match/ignore case and many
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 12
more! 111 routines fit in 6.3k or less. Most are much faster
than the string routines provided by Borland. Also available
for previous versions of Turbo Pascal -- contact us for more
information.
2.1.1 Disk cataloging
Product: DIRCMDr PLUS [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Menu-driven front end for DOS 5's DIR command. See full
description on page 34.
Product: Disk Manager (CUDM)
Author: Micro System Solutions, 303-795-7653
Version: 3.30 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $47.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: CUDM32.EXE on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); CUDM32.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76060,102 for assistance).
Download size: 118k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Reads all sizes of disks (Floppies, Hard drives & CD-ROMs),
creates an on-disk catalog for your later use to find, list or
label your diskettes. Will produce labels for 5.25" or 3.5"
diskettes and listings in 3 formats. Support any display mode.
Will catalog over 50,000 files and will read compression
libraries such as .ZIP, .ARC, .LZH (both versions), .PAK, .LBR,
.ZOO, .MD and at your command will include them in your
catalog.
Product: DISKLIST
Author: Gulf Sierra, 301-460-0354
Diskette Cover & Label Producer - 39 Formats. See full
description on page 29.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 13
Product: DiskMan [***]
Author: DiskMaster Software, 407-366-4700
Version: 2.0 (08-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 100 icons, free labels, 3
months of support, 1 year of upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DSKMN2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73507,3505 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The easiest way to produce professional quality labels and
reports of your entire library of personal computer disks. With
just a few key strokes, it will create labels, produce reports,
and give you an easy way to search for a file through all your
diskettes. Enables the user to produce reports in one of
several formats and to search for a specific file by file name
or file comment. The disk label is user designed and supports
graphics.
Product: DiZk4D
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 3.03 (11-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 4DOS, IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: DZK4D303.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); DIZK4D.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 166k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The FIRST dizk catalog and labeling system created expressly
for 4DOS. Reads the dizk, lets you add a title, dizk number,
code, and 2 lines of remarks THEN you can add or update field
descriptions for each file! You can even choose to omit files
from the catalog. You can update the dizk files and transfer
descriptions. Prints 3 sizes and 2 styles of labels, listings,
catalogs, AND a complete files list. All print outs can be
sent to file. Performs searches on all fields or combination of
fields.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 14
Product: FBNCAT
Author: FBN Software, 408-446-9039
Version: 3.0 (11-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk, one
floppy drive.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and most current version
on disk, Free support via CIS, GEnie, mail.
Look for: FBNCT3.EXE on BBSs; FBNCT3.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74746,250 for
assistance).
Download size: 154k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This disk catalog manager uses pull down menus and is fast and
simple to use. The user interface and easy of use is a major
strength of this program. Provides mouse support, configurable
printer support, ARC-ZIP-PAK-LZH archive support, prints labels
on dot matrix printers.
Product: LJ-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Print floppy storage sleeves on laserjets. See full
description on page 74.
Product: OMNIDiZk
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.90 (11-25-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: ODIZK290.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ODIZK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 142k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete dizk catalog and labeling system. Reads a dizk,
lets you add a title, dizk number, code, and 2 lines of remarks
THEN you can add a description to each file! You can even
choose to omit files from the catalog. You can update the dizk
files and transfer descriptions. Prints 3 sizes and 2 styles of
labels, listings, catalogs, AND a complete files list. All
print outs can be sent to file. Performs searches on all
fields or combination of fields.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 15
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System [***]
Author: ACK Software, 502-955-7527
Version: 1.04.15 (08-10-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 256-color video
card & video driver software.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support; one free
upgrade.
Look for: PIXF14.ZIP on BBSs; PIXF14.ZI on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71220,23 for
assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Enables the user to maintain catalogs of the locations of
various graphics files. File formats supported include BMP,
PCX, GIF TIF, TGA, IFF/LBM, IMG, MAC, IMF, ICO/ICN Micrografx
DRW and EPS. Files can be saved in BMP, PCX, GIF, TGA, TIF and
IFF formats.
Image manipulation tools include: rotate, mirror/flip, resize,
crop, cut & paste, palette matching, dithering print and adjust
brightness & contrast. Image catalogs can be searched for
user-supplied keywords or other criteria.
Product: Wssindex
Author: WSS Division of DDC, 617-275-1183
Version: 5.21 (05-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM (512k recommended).
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support.
Look for: WSSI521*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
508-875-3618 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Builds a database of directory information from any size DOS
disks. Extracts directory information from popular archive
formats including ARC, ARJ, HYP, LBR, LZH, PAK, SDN, ZIP and
ZOO. Image size and number of colors can be extracted from
BMP, GIF, PCX and TIF files. Assign comments and categories to
files and disks. Select files from the database by a variety
of criteria, direct reports to screen, printer or disk.
Database is kept in memory during operation for speed. Capacity
10-12,000 files.
2.1.2 Hard disk utilities
Product: ActaeOn
Author: Jon Clempner
Hard Disk Manager. See full description on page 132.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 16
Product: BCS Menu Program
Author: Bristol Computing Systems, Inc.
Bristol Computing Professional Menu System. See full
description on page 122.
Product: Command Post
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Programmable Shell/File Mgr. for Windows 3.0. See full
description on page 137.
Product: DaMenu
Author: Just-In-Time Computing Services, 607-257-6517
Version: 1.1 (04-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk, EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: DAMENU11.EX on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it
at no charge); DMENU1.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73020,3205 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use, intuitive DOS menu system for novices and
advanced users! Increases your productivity and features:
* No memory overhead, not memory resident
* Mouse Support
* Network Compatible
* Built-in screen saver with user selectable delay
* Password protection for applications & 'Exit to DOS'
* File passing/command line option
* Easy menu modification
* Up to 9 menus and a total of 72 applications
Product: DIRECT MAINT
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Version: 2.0 (07-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, 380k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support, one free
upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DIRCMA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71530,2363 for
assistance); DIRCMAIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID MORSOFT for assistance).
Download size: 286k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tame your hard disk and forget DOS with this directory and file
manager. Formatted directory and file display, point & shoot
menus for copy, move, compare, erase all, selected or marked
files. Change file names, dates, times, attributes. Run
programs with the stroke of a key. Easily locate & erase
inactive and duplicate files to save precious disk space. View
two disks or two directories on same disk on same screen at the
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 17
same time, find any file on any disk quickly, and much, much,
more.
Product: Director
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 2.03 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: DIRED203.ZIP on BBSs; DIRED2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast, easy way to display or record your disk directory
structure. You can use the data to rebuild your disk after a
crash, or to set up new systems with similar structure.
Product: DIREDIT
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc., 215-527-4408
File/Directory listing and sorting utility. See full
description on page 133.
Product: Disk Manager (CUDM)
Author: Micro System Solutions, 303-795-7653
Disk Catalog system. See full description on page 12.
Product: Disk OrGanizer (DOG)
Author: Soft GAM's Software, 707-961-1632
Version: 3.14 (08-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. EMS memory may be needed for
very large hard disks.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: DOG314.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-778-8944 to download it at
no charge); DOG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1
(or contact userID 73210,3374 for assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This file defragmentation utility will improve the the speed
that files can be read from and written to a disk. Can also
recover some disk space by "freeing" space that directories are
no longer using. Can recover from a power failure and has many
features to improve safety and speed.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 18
Product: DOS Extensions for Professional
Author: Allison Software, 412-727-2198
Version: 1.1 (09-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version, reduced
price updates as available.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 274k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DIFF Highlights differences between file versions.
DUMP Displays binary files, dirs, sectors, FAT's, &
cluster chains.
SEARCH Quickly finds files anywhere by contents.
SPLIT Breaks large files into pieces by four methods.
SUB Replaces chars, tabs, and spaces in text files.
A flexible script generator.
XDEL Performs tree deletes on files and dirs,
overwriting for security.
XDIR Lists, finds, totals, and sorts files & trees.
Product: Dupes
Author: Richard W. Adams
Finds duplicate/empty files & empty dirs. See full description
on page 34.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates
Version: 7a (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Support, free upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EDDY7A.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:CLMFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70162,2357
for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* Full-screen directory editor
* Disk & directory manager
* Backup & recovery utility
* File finder, viewer & patcher
* Hex/text string finder & replacer
* Sector editor, RAM editor
* Powerful DOS shell
...and MUCH more!
"Computer Language" says:
"The interface ... is elegant."
"...clean, easy-to-use, well-written program."
"...quality of product we've seen from Peter Norton."
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 19
Product: FILE-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Version: 4.21 (05-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed & bound 7"x8.5" manual, one yr.
phone/mail support, next release notification.
Look for: FILE@421.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 194k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu driven utility program that aids in managing disk files.
Directory and file names are displayed in sorted order with
file names sorted by name, extension, date or size. Single
files or groups may be quickly marked and then acted upon. The
actions include copy, move, spawn, append, erase, rename,
change attribute status, display, print and locate. Features
include context sensitive help, macro procedures, directory
tree, diskette labels and program parameter customization.
Product: FLEXIBAK Plus
Author: Nildram Software, 708-397-1221
Flexible Hard Disk Backup System. See full description on
page 38.
Product: Globally
Author: Richard W. Adams
Executes commands/programs in multiple dirs. See full
description on page 96.
Product: Globally/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Executes commands/programs in multiple dirs. See full
description on page 96.
Product: HandyDOS
Author: Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
Version: 1.2 (02-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Three months support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HDOS.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72345,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 74k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of several most wanted utilites:
BAK can delete all *.bak and NULL files from disk or
directory.
MV can move files or whole directories around disk.
D changes directories by simple number reference.
DELTREE deletes whole unwanted directory.
...and other handy utilities.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 20
Product: Hard at Work [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
You take a break while the computer "works" See full
description on page 486.
Product: Hard Disk Director
Author: Canyon Software, 415-453-9779
Hard Disk Menu and Shell. See full description on page 137.
Product: HDTEST
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc., 215-527-4408
Version: 5.35a (10-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 312k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HDTEST.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72255,305 for
assistance).
Download size: 142k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows thorough READ/WRITE testing of a hard disk partition or
floppy disk without disturbing data on the disk. Data from a
problem area is moved to a known good area, and the disk's FAT
and directory entries are adjusted to preserve the structure of
the file of which it is a part. Recognizes and tests large
partitions created by MS/PC DOS 4.xx or 5.xx, as well as
proprietary partitions created by SpeedStor or Disk Manager.
Product: Instant Access Menu System
Author: Prodigy Technologies, 619-673-0722
Easy, colorful interface for running programs. See full
description on page 125.
Product: JDIR
Author: Cybernetic Software, 708-677-8358
Version: 1.1 (01-11-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, source code.
Look for: JDIR11.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-764-0591 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 8k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides an alphabetical directory list in 4 columns. File
attributes are displayed instead of the time and date stamp. If
there are more files than can be fit on one screen, the program
will automatically pause at the end of each screen.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 21
Product: LCD: Led's Change Directory
Author: Keith Ledbetter, 804-674-0780
Version: 3.1a (05-06-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Registered users receive a BRAND utility
to embed their name into future upgrades and free voice
support.
Look for: LCD_31A.ZIP on BBSs (call 804-790-1675 to download it
at no charge); LCD31A.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72240,1221 for assistance);
LCD_31A.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID ORION.MICRO for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Voted by the Public (software) Library publication as one of
"the 10 best utilities of 1990". Helps you quickly and easily
change between subdirectories on your hard drives. Supports
"fuzzy matching" logic. Can even act as a total replacement
for DOS's CD, RD, and MD commands. Fully supports EGA/VGA 43
and 50 line screen modes. Stop typing commands like "CD
\PCPLUS\DOWNLOAD\NEW"; it's as simple as "LCD NEW"! Network
aware; supports up to 4,000 directories.
Product: LK4.EXE
Author: GTX Software, 213-257-2704
Version: 2.0 (10-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Free upgrades for one year.
Look for: LK4.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4352 to download it at no
charge); LK4.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID 71210,3632 for assistance).
Download size: 33k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast file finder that searches across all hard drives or
selected drives. User enters a string and it will search all
hard drives for filenames containing the string. If LK4 is
entered without a search string, it will search hard drives for
duplicate filenames. When it completes the search, all located
files are displayed in a window and the user may view, tag, or
delete selected files. Users may also automatically change to
the directory containing the selected file.
Product: LOGIK MENU
Author: LOGIVISION INC., 819-823-6761
Menu System, 43/50 lines, Mouse, Events, Log. See full
description on page 126.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 22
Product: LoveDOS [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
The computer falls in love with you. See full description on
page 486.
Product: Mass-Store Copy
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Copy disks with only one drive. (Opticals!). See full
description on page 39.
Product: Nifty James's File Finder
Author: Mike Blaszczak, 203-292-1356
Version: 2.00 (03-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NJFIND.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76360,157 for
assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you search one or more of your disk drives for a given
file name. The program automatically searches through ARC,
PKZIP, LHARC, ZOO, PAK, and DWC archives. Numerous options
allow custom reporting abilities.
Product: NJ's File Finder for Windows
Author: Mike Blaszczak, 203-292-1356
Version: 1.00 (06-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NJWFIN.LZH on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76360,157 for
assistance).
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete rewrite of NJFIND for the Microsoft Windows
environment. It searches any hard drive or network drive for
the specified filename, and reports the results to the user.
Any found file may then be launched. Supports ARC, ARJ, DWC,
LHARC, LHA, PKZIP, ZOO, and PAK archives. Full context-
sensitive and index help!
Product: OffLoad
Author: FBN Software, 408-446-9039
File archiving system. See full description on page 43.
Product: An Ounce Of Prevention
Author: Pete Maclean
Disaster prevention/data protection system. See full
description on page 141.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 23
Product: PALERT
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Verify enough disk freespace before using pgm. See full
description on page 86.
Product: PCOPY
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 9.0D (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Update of current version and future
enhancements. $45 purchases 8 utilities with bound manual.
Money back gurantee.
Look for: PCOPY90D.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PCOPY9.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
PCOPY90D.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 105k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers the COPY utility DOS should have provided. Even with
DOS 5.0, DOS COPY can be dangerous to use and has limited
options. PCOPY's abundant options include: Multiple output
disks, fill disks efficiently, split files across disks, select
files by date/time/size, update/merge dirs and more. Special
*DISK*.* type wildcards. Scan/Make directories, prevent
accidental file overlays. Menu or command driven. Featured in
PC Computing July 1991 - Taming your Hard Disk by Preston
Gralla.
Product: PDEL
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 4.2 (12-26-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, BBS Access and Updates.
$45 gets package of 8 utilities with bound manual. Money Back
Gurantee. Money Back Gurantee.
Look for: PDEL42.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it at
no charge); PDEL42.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
PDEL42.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 62k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers the file delete utility that DOS should have provided.
Extensive file selection capabilities let you delete just what
you want. Select by date/time, size, attribute, special
wildcard patterns like *DISK*.* and mode. Delete until a
specified amount of freespace exists. Wipe file data before
deleting to prevent file undelete. Test feature simulates
delete. Emergency stop by pressing any key. Recommended in PC
Computing July 1991 - Taming your Hard Disk by Preston Gralla.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 24
Product: PocketD
Author: PocketWare
Version: 1.66 (05-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 2 years CIS/mail support,
3 free upgrades, bonus utilities.
Look for: POCKETD.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-755 7357 to download it
at no charge); POCKET.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GATEWAY forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100031,3537 for assistance).
Download size: 116k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This exceptionally powerful tool combines a convenient
substitute for a DOS programming language with a colour
directory listing program. Over 120 options(!), including file/
string/arch search, copy, template(s), file view, sorting, user
menus, barchart summary, recursed disk analysis, environment
var analysis & much more. 25k executable with 119k of indexed
on-line help (optional). Excels at automated operations, e.g.
daily backups, timed reminders and disk cataloging.
Product: Professional Master Key [***]
Author: Public Brand Software, 317-856-7535
Version: 3.2 (04-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk (except large IDE
drives) - Not for Digital Research's DR DOS.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: BBS, phone, and mail support - disk with
latest version - printed manual - notice of upgrades.
Look for: PMK32.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it at
no charge); PMK32.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
1 (or contact userID 72241,457 for assistance).
Download size: 205k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
ALTER read-only, system, hidden attributes
EDIT files and sectors directly (hex editor)
EXPLORE disk configuration, statistics, etc.
FILL files and disks with patterns to prevent
unerasure (DOD compliant)
LOCATE files in subdirectories ("WHEREIS")
MAP disk and file usage - detect fragmentation
SET file date and time ("TOUCH")
SORT and move directory entries on the disk
UNERASE files - very easy to use
UNFORMAT most hard disks
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 25
Product: PSEARCH
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 4.4e (04-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, BBS access and updates.
$45 gets 8 utility package with bound manual. Money Back
gurantee.
Look for: PS44E.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2820 to download it at
no charge); PS44E.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance); PS44E.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID PATRISOFT
for assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Used by thousands of users to locate files on hard disks. You
provide it with words or phrases, and it will scan a directory,
directory tree, or all directories to find any file containing
the text. Extensive file selection and pattern matching are
provided. Not only finds files but provides colorful display
of found text. Can also drive other commands for found files.
A must have utility. Recommended in PC World as one of the
Best of Shareware products in 1990 (October 1990).
Product: PTOUCH
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 2.0 (08-18-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Current version and updates. $45 gets
package of all 8 utilities.
Look for: PTOUCH2.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you modify the date and time DOS keeps in file directories
for each file. You may either set them to the current date/
time or to any specific value you desire. Useful for
correcting date/time when the system clock was improperly set.
Can also be used to set a group of files to the same date/time
value. This helps associate them as a synchronized group. Part
of the Patriquin Utilities.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 26
Product: Renamer
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.01 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: RENDD101.ZIP on BBSs; RENDD1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 13k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Renames directories, quick & easy. Eliminates need to create a
new directory, copy files from old directory, delete the old
files, then delete the old directory. Works even on full
disks.
Product: Renamer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.01 (07-07-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: RENDO101.ZIP on BBSs; REND01.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 14k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Renames directories, quick & easy from the command line.
Eliminates need to create new directory, copy files from old
directory, delete old files, then delete the old directory.
Product: SLIM
Author: Dominic Herity
Transparent File Compression System. See full description on
page 45.
Product: SST: the Supersonic Search Tool
Author: Keith Ledbetter, 804-674-0780
Version: 5.2b (05-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Registered users receive a BRAND utility
to embed their name into all future versions and free voice
support.
Look for: SST_52B.ZIP on BBSs (call 804-790-1675 to download it
at no charge); SST52B.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72240,1221 for assistance);
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 27
SST_52B.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID ORION.MICRO for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The "grand-daddy" of all file-finders, this program has been
around since 1988 (previously named simply "WhereIs") and is
regularly being upgraded to keep up with the times (and ahead
of the competition). SST supports searching within all major
archive formats, regular-expression ("grep") searching on both
filename and 4DOS descriptions, size ranges, date ranges,
verified deletion, duplicate file searching, command execution
on found files, and too many other features to list. Network
compatible.
Product: SUPER
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
Version: 3.0 (07-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/fax/
mail, bonus utilities.
Look for: SUPR30.EXE on BBSs; SUPR30.LZH on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75470,2177 for
assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers many options in real time or writes batch files that
DELETE, COPY, MOVE, STRUCTURE copy, and change ATTRIBUTEs for
files and/or directories along a path, etc. Multiple file name
CRITERIA can be specified per execution, and file AGE and /
Uniqueness can also be specified. "Sees" hidden and system
files, and attributes are always kept intact. Originally
written to COPY, MOVE & DELETE whole or partial NOVELL volumes.
Best clean up tool available!
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed, 403-278 2234
Version: 1.2 (06-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Support, bonus utilities.
Look for: TBOX*.ZIP on BBSs; TBOX12.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNET forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70724,2747 for
assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The ToolBOX (TBOX) shell provides an improved interface to DOS
functions. It allows access to normal DOS command line
functions while adding an improved alternative - incorporating
point-and-shoot operations, directory tree displays, text file
views, and file management activities not available through
DOS. A unique facility allows DOS command lines to reference
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 28
files selected from a directory display. Easily configured, the
ToolBOX provides a single platform for all your DOS operations.
Product: TreeTop
Author: Kilgore Software, 916-371-3715
Hard Disk File and Directory Manager. See full description on
page 135.
Product: TreeTop PLUS
Author: Kilgore Software, 916-371-3715
Hard Disk File and Directory Manager. See full description on
page 135.
Product: XDIR
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 3.05 (03-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual; telephone and
CIS support; utilities for registered users automate inclusion
of comments in ZIP files (XDZIP/ZDUNZIP), and keep track of the
number of times your files are accessed and the day of last
use(XDCOUNT/XDUPDATE).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XDIR30.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 58k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A commented directory utility that replaces the DOS DIR
command. You can attach a descriptive comment of up to 65
characters to each file. The comment will appear in the
directory display. Makes sure that comments will stay with
your files when you COPY, RENAME or MOVE them. Can RUN
programs from the directory list and supports executable
extensions, automatically recognizing the appropriate
application to launch for each selected file.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 29
2.1.3 Floppy disk utilities
Product: Disk DUP
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Version: 5.9a (11-08-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
technical support, product discounts.
Look for: DUP59A.EXE on BBSs; DUP59.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70446,76 for
assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Speeds the duplication of disks. Master images are stored on
hard drive, but data compression saves valuable space. Copies
can be produced at lightning speed. Multi-disk option for up to
ten drives at once! Disks can be serialized at your option.
Many options, excellent user interface, full status screen.
Very powerful, yet easy to use! If you need to make multiple
copies of disks, DUP will make it quick and easy.
Product: Disk Manager (CUDM)
Author: Micro System Solutions, 303-795-7653
Disk Catalog system. See full description on page 12.
Product: DISKCOPY
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: DISKCOPY.* on BBSs; DISKCO.* on CompuServe in CIS:.
forum LIBrary 0; DISKCOPY.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 13k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Copies an entire floppy disk onto a file on the fixed disk and
back again. Provides: Easy copying of a floppy disk from A to
A or from B to B, without the need to swap disks several times.
Make many copies of a single disk without the need to use a
source disk. Includes automatic formatting.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 30
Product: DISKLIST
Author: Gulf Sierra, 301-460-0354
Version: 2.50 (04-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support. Bonus
utilities. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: DISKLI25.ZIP on BBSs (call 202-547-2008 to download it
at no charge); DSKL25.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73270,77 for assistance).
Download size: 149k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Produces diskette lists & labels with the directory contents
for 5.25", 3.5", and hard disks in 39 formats. Reads all sub-
dirs. Prints different or duplicate lists on every label on
Avery Laser label sheets. Prints on disk sleeves with PCL5.
Font downloading. Optionally displays file names in ZIP, ARC,
PAK, ZOO, and LHZ. DISKFLAP holds non- sticky list to 3.5"
disks. Configure layout of top of list. Prints on all printers,
video screen or a file. Small paper cutter available.
Product: DiskMan [***]
Author: DiskMaster Software, 407-366-4700
Windows Disk Cataloging and Disk Labeler. See full description
on page 12.
Product: DiZk4D
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
st
The 1 DiZk Catalog & Label System For 4DOS. See full
description on page 13.
Product: DJ-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Print storage sleeves for floppies on Deskjet. See full
description on page 66.
Product: Dupes
Author: Richard W. Adams
Finds duplicate/empty files & empty dirs. See full description
on page 34.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 31
Product: Easy Format
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Version: 3.20 (11-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Bound printed manual, Bonus Disk Set,
free technical support, 60 day money back guarantee, free
CompuServe Introductory Membership, and discounts on other
products and publications.
Look for: EZF32*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); EZF32*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71420,2431 for assistance).
Download size: 308k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives you complete control over every detail of the format
process - four disk testing levels, six bad spot marking
options, volume labels, custom boot messages, and more. Four
programs including a DESQview-specific version for formating in
the background under DESQview. Three languages - English,
German and Spanish. Fully customizable.
Comments from reviews: "The Most Versatile Disk Formatter in
the World!" "On a scale of 1 to 10, the Easy Format package
rates at least an 11!"
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates
Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 18.
Product: FBNCAT
Author: FBN Software, 408-446-9039
Disk Catalog Manager. See full description on page 13.
Product: FLOPTOOL
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: FLOPTOOL.* on BBSs; FLOPTL.* on CompuServe in CIS:0
forum LIBrary 0; FLOPTOOL.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Analyzes a floppy disk and writes onto fixed disk a hexadecimal
file describing the disk. Any disk can be read, even if
formatted in an unusual way. It reveals the order of sectors
and the secrets of copy-protection.
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Product: FormGen Utility Pak #1
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Version: 1.01 (10-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
technical support, product discounts.
Look for: UPAK1.EXE on BBSs; UPAK.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70446,76 for assistance).
Download size: 146k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
12 excellent utilities!
QCOPY fast single drive copy, makes multiple copies,
no swapping
SERA secure file erase *** MEETS DOD STANDARDS ***
DUMP high performance hex dump
ENCRYPT/DECRYPT
fast and very secure file encryption
FEED/EJECT TSR page eject
GDAY your morning smile
SEARCH/GLOBAL
multifile search/replacement
LOCASE converts files to lower case
ZIPPROC automated file processing
TIMESYNC sets your system clock to time standard
Product: Lite Format
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Version: 1.20 (03-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Current version on disk, Bonus Disk, free
technical support, 60 money back guarantee, Free CompuServe
Introductory Membership, Discounts on other products and
publications.
Look for: LTFORMAT.ZIP on BBSs; LTFRMT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71420,2431 for
assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A subset of the larger Easy Format package. Two small, fast
programs (written in assembly language) to format floppy
diskettes. Includes a DESQview-specific program for formatting
in the background under DESQview. The DESQview version
requires less than 18K bytes of memory for its small DESQview
window. Both programs handle all common diskette/drive
combinations. Marks bad spots like the standard DOS format
program. Includes a quick option to wipe a disk clean without
checking for bad spots.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 33
Product: MAXI Form
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 1.7 (02-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 360k/720k/1.2meg/1.44meg
floppy drive.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Technical support plus upgrades for 60
days.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MAXI*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance); MAXI*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID MIKLOS.G for assistance).
Download size: 71k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A floppy disk formatting program that gives more space on a
disk: 360k disks are expanded to 420k, 720 becomes 800k, 1.2
meg becomes 1.4 meg and 1.44 meg is boosted to 1.6 meg. The
disks are user transparent to DOS version 3.20 or later and can
be used interchangeably with normal DOS disks.
Product: OMNIDiZk
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
DiZk Cataloging And Labeling System. See full description on
page 14.
Product: PDEL
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Safe/Precise DOS delete. Extensive features. See full
description on page 23.
Product: PS-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
PostScript floppy storage sleeve printer. See full description
on page 77.
Product: SLIM
Author: Dominic Herity
Transparent File Compression System. See full description on
page 45.
2.2 File utilities
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
File manager & annotator for 4DOS & NDOS. See full description
on page 131.
Product: Changer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Changes files without word a processor. See full description
on page 375.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 34
Product: dBF-View
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
DBF File viewer plus other usefull Utilities. See full
description on page 205.
Product: DIRCMDr PLUS [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Version: 1.2 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better.
Registration fee: $7.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, one free upgrade.
Look for: DCP*.ZIP on BBSs; DCP*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS
forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu-driven utility for configuring the various switches in
the new DIR command. Allows you to easily select just the
options you need. You can then either execute the command
directly with the options you have specified, or store the
options in the DIRCMD environment variable to make the changes
permanent.
Product: Directory-Manifest
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
DOS Utility/shell. See full description on page 7.
Product: Dupes
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 3.10 (01-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: DUPED310.EXE on BBSs; DUPE31.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 29k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you recover wasted disk space by finding duplicate files,
empty files & empty directories. Options to check multiple
drives or multiple diskettes, to restrict checks to certain
directories, to exempt one or more directories from checking,
to delete duplicates as they're found, & consider files
duplicates only if size & date/time stamps match. Supports
international date/time/number formats.
Product: ExtraDOS Toolbox
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Collection of 50 MS-DOS Utilities. See full description on
page 96.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 35
Product: FileFinder
Author: California Software Design
Version: 3.8 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Optionally uses LIST, QEDIT,
Shez, and word processor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited BBS/CompuServe/GEnie/mail
support.
Look for: FFF38.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-528-2261 to download it at
no charge); FFF38.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76266,2634 for assistance); FFF38.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID J.DERR1 for
assistance).
Download size: 103k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you find files on any hard disk attached to your PC,
including network attached drives. Numerous search options are
available, including the ability to search for files using an
expanded wild card specification. I.E. *PRO* will find all
files that have the letters PRO anywhere in the file name. A
command line version and a full screen version are both
included. The full screen version will, search for duplicate
files, allow you to launch programs, plus much more.
Product: FileMan [***]
Author: TDWare, 206-833-7203
File Manager for Windows. See full description on page 134.
Product: Filer!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Visual File Management for Ventura Publisher. See full
description on page 166.
Product: The Finishing Touch
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc., 800-767-1978
Professional Software Installation Program. See full
description on page 376.
Product: FOURU
Author: GTX Software, 213-257-2704
Four Handy Utilities. See full description on page 9.
Product: JDIR
Author: Cybernetic Software, 708-677-8358
4 Across Alphabetical Directory List. See full description on
page 20.
Product: LK4.EXE
Author: GTX Software, 213-257-2704
File Finder. See full description on page 21.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 36
Product: Mover
Author: Richard W. Adams
Moves file between directories & disks. See full description
on page 10.
Product: PATTR
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 1.5 (12-26-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Newest version and future updates.
Look for: PATTR15.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PATTR.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Sets DOS attributes for one or more files. Can process one or
more directories with a single command and advanced file
selection capabilities are provided. It is commonly used to
set or reset the DOS archive flag to cause or prevent files
from becing processed by your favorite backup utility. Part of
the Patriquin Utilities.
Product: PrintPlus
Author: Lambert Klein, 708-397-1221
File and printer utility. See full description on page 60.
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
17 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 89.
Product: TextCon
Author: CrossCourt Systems, 517-332-4353
Smart ASCII carriage return removal, cleanup. See full
description on page 170.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 37
2.2.1 Backup/restore
Product: Backup
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 2.05 (06-16-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: BACKD205.ZIP on BBSs; BACKD2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 23k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast, intelligent file backups. Copies files which don't exist
on the target drive, or whose date-time stamps are more recent
than target files. Options to clear archive bits, check volume
labels & backup from multiple directories.
Product: Backup/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.01 (07-07-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: BACKO101.ZIP on BBSs; BACK01.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 22k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast, intelligent file backups. Copies only files which don't
exist on target drive, or whose date-time stamps are more
recent than target files. Options to clear archive bit, check
volume labels & backup from multiple directories.
Product: BakupWiz
Author: PCX, 619-259-9797
Version: 3.29fl (01-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk, floppy
drive.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual/disk; unlimited phone/FAX/
BBS support; BETA tester eligibility; notification on upcoming
updates.
Look for: BWIZ.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-481-6479 to download it at
no charge); BWIZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 70216,174 for assistance).
Download size: 144k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Quick & reliable: speeds greater than 2 megabytes per minute.
Flexible: back up all files, any files you select, or any
changed files. Network support: NetWare 286 and 386 including
Apple File Protocol are supported. Directory and file access
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 38
privileges and binderies are backed up while users are still
logged onto the system. Secure: uses a password system to
shield your data. Easy to use: pull-down menus, helplines, and
message windows.
Product: DirBack
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 3.6 (01-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: DIRBACK.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes daily disk backups a breeze. A few minutes a day keeps
your backups ready to restore your hard drive on a moments
notice. You only need to update the disks you know have
changed. You put the floppy in a drive and select <U>pdate.
Even complex directory structures are handled automatically. It
never writes an older file on top of a newer version and only
spends time copying files that are new or have changed. Also
checks system file integrity at startup, and more.
Product: Director
Author: Richard W. Adams
Displays & records disk directory structure. See full
description on page 17.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates
Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 18.
Product: FLEXIBAK Plus
Author: Nildram Software, 708-397-1221
Version: 2.01 (03-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, lifetime
phone/mail/BBS/CompuServe support, inexpensive upgrades.
Look for: FLEXP201.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-623-6203 to download it
at no charge); FP201.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 100012,1222 for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The Ultimate Hard Disk Backup System For PCs Today. Features
include a unique filing method that gives far better file
management capabilities than other backup systems. This also
means that you only ever have to take a full backup once!
Includes inbuilt file compression, selective backups, support
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 39
for multiple hard disks (up to 20), and a handy backup reminder
alarm system. Unique among hard disk backup systems because it
looks after you.
Product: LambChop
Author: LambWare, 813-525-3162
Version: 1.02 (01-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 128k RAM, hard disk, floppy
drive.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 90 days support.
Look for: LAMBCHOP.ZIP on BBSs; LAMCHP.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70511,3040 for
assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Absolutely the finest file chopping system available. If you
need to move big files from one machine to another with methods
much slicker than what's available, LambChop is for you.
Features: FASTer than xcopy, compression, error checking, drop
to DOS between disks, operates from the DOS command line or a
pull down menu system, directly access files when UnChopping,
restores file attributes and time, available memory is your
only limit!
Product: Mass-Store Copy
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 2.6 (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk; one removable disk
drive.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual with disk; one year of
Phone/FAX/mail/Email/BBS support;Certificate for $7 off a
subscription to Shareware Magazine; free CompuServe Membership.
Look for: MSCOPY??.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); MSC??.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71311,2334 for assistance).
Download size: 145k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
"Make copies of optical disks while using only one optical
drive!" Make backup copies of:
* Bernoulli Box disks
* Erasable Optical
* "Super Floppies"
* WORM Disks
* Removable/Portable hard drives
Backup copies of disks can be made while using only one
removable disk drive (No need to buy a second drive.). Copies
any size removable DOS disk, regardless of the available hard
disk space. Files larger than your hard drive can be copied.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 40
Product: Painless Menu Manager
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Menuing system for Hard Disks. See full description on
page 128.
Product: PAK
Author: NoGate Consulting, 616-530-9950
Archiver, reads and writes PAK, ARC, ZIP. See full description
on page 43.
Product: PCOPY
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
COPY/MOVE files with all popular options. See full description
on page 23.
Product: PocketD
Author: PocketWare
120 option advanced DOS utility & dir lister. See full
description on page 23.
Product: Point & Shoot Backup/Restore
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology, 405-377-0444
Version: 2.2 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk, 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PSBR22.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71121,1404 for
assistance).
Download size: 122k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Backup up to 1MB per minute! Provides safe, quick backups of
hard disk files to floppy disks, and efficient restoration of
backup disks to hard disk. Features include automatic disk
formatting, extensive error checking, up to 10 user-defined
backup configurations, multiple subdirectory definitions with
or without trailing directories, optional disk formatting, file
compression, and pattern matched file searches. Restore to
another drive or directory and select individual files.
Product: STAFF-UTIL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Utilities for the maintenance-update of DBFs. See full
description on page 207.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 41
Product: Stamper
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.11 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: STAMD111.EXE on BBSs.
Download size: 10k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Changes file date/time stamps. Great for programmers who want
to manipulate MAKE programs. Also useful when using hard disk
backup programs that use file date/time stamps.
Product: SUPER
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
Multi function disk utility & batch generator. See full
description on page 27.
Product: TreeTop PLUS
Author: Kilgore Software, 916-371-3715
Hard Disk File and Directory Manager. See full description on
page 135.
2.2.2 Encryption & security
See also: Utilities, Security programs (page 141).
Product: Attribution
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.12 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: ATTRD112.ZIP on BBSs; ATTRD1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 16k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Changes or displays file or directory attributes (hidden,
system, read only & archive). Protects software & data from
accidental (or malicious) modification or deletion. Can also
hide sensitive directories & files.
Product: Except
Author: Richard W. Adams
Temporarily protect files. See full description on page 95.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 42
Product: FILE PATCH
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Version: 2.0 (07-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FILEPA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71530,2363 for
assistance); FILEPATC.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID MORSOFT for assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An excellent file manipulation program providing the ability at
the byte level, and in ASCII or HEX, for on screen viewing,
dumping to the printer, modifying, creating, or extracting all
or portions of any file up to 10 megabytes in size. Easy to use
and powerful. A must for programmers, Information Centers, PC
consultants, etc.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design, 212-889-6431
Virus Detection/Prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 142.
Product: FormGen Utility Pak #1
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Super useful DOS utility kit. See full description on page 31.
Product: Instant Access Menu System
Author: Prodigy Technologies, 619-673-0722
Easy, colorful interface for running programs. See full
description on page 125.
Product: An Ounce Of Prevention
Author: Pete Maclean
Disaster prevention/data protection system. See full
description on page 141.
Product: Professional Master Key [***]
Author: Public Brand Software, 317-856-7535
Unerase, hex editor, unformat, disk map, etc. See full
description on page 24.
Product: Shredder/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Securely erases files. See full description on page 141.
Product: STAFF-UTIL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Utilities for the maintenance-update of DBFs. See full
description on page 207.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 43
Product: Utility_Belt
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
.BAT file enhancements. See full description on page 89.
2.2.3 File archivers
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Includes 4DOS file descriptions in ZIP files. See full
description on page 148.
Product: Directory Freedom
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Compact file manager and application launcher. See full
description on page 7.
Product: FLEXIBAK Plus
Author: Nildram Software, 708-397-1221
Flexible Hard Disk Backup System. See full description on
page 38.
Product: LambChop
Author: LambWare, 813-525-3162
Chop & Unchop files across multiple drives. See full
description on page 39.
Product: OffLoad
Author: FBN Software, 408-446-9039
Version: 1.1 (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk, one
floppy drive.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual and latest version on
disk, pre-printed labels for your archive disks, beta test new
versions.
Look for: OFLOD*.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); OFLOD*.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 74746,250 for assistance).
Download size: 370k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offload is a new concept. It is not a general purpose archive
such as PKZIP. OffLoad and its associated utilities allow you
to identify files that really do not need to be on your hard
disk, compress them and move them off to floppies. It maintains
a catalog to allow you to track and restore any file from the
archive automatically. Think of it as file manager, archiver,
and disk cataloger all in one. It will let you free up hard
disk space and maintain control of your files.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 44
Product: PAK
Author: NoGate Consulting, 616-530-9950
Version: 2.51 (10-08-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Free BBS and phone support, mailed notice
of new versions.
Look for: PAK251.EXE on BBSs (call 616-530-3392 to download it at
no charge); PAK251.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71777,2716 for assistance);
PAK251.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID
MIKEN for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* Reads and writes PAK, ARC, and ZIP files
* Easily convert from any format to any other
* Create royalty-free self-extracting archives
* Full path support in self-extracting archives
* Fast updates via the NoGate BBS
* Unlimited comment size
* File sorting by name, date, extension, or length
* Extremely flexible interface - customize to suit your
needs
* Windowed full-screen edition available
* Programmer's toolkit adds compression to your programs
Product: PMZIP
Author: Nico Mak
Version: 1.00 (01-14-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better. PKZIP/PKUNZIP.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, CompuServe/BIX/mail
support. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PMZIP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMOS2 forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70056,241 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An OS/2 Presentation Manager ZIP shell featuring
v/ Point and click SAA/CUA compliant interface for adding,
deleting, extracting, and viewing members of a ZIP file
v/ Multi-selection list box with the names, sizes, and date/
time stamps of files in a ZIP file (double-click on a file
to view it)
v/ Extensive online hypertext help/documentation
v/ Easy installation
v/ All options can be saved and restored
v/ Support for File Manager Drag and Drop interface
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 45
Product: PocketD
Author: PocketWare
120 option advanced DOS utility & dir lister. See full
description on page 23.
Product: QFiler
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Simple, powerful with 2 side-by-side windows. See full
description on page 134.
Product: Shez
Author: California Software Design
Version: 7.0 (03-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. LIST program and one or more
compression programs: PKZIP, LHA, ARJ, ZOO, or PAK.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited BBS/CompuServe/
GEnie/mail support.
Look for: SHEZ70.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-538-8710 to download it at
no charge); SHEZ70.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76266,2634 for assistance);
SHEZ70.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID
J.DERR1 for assistance).
Download size: 189k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A program shell designed to make working with compressed files
a much eaiser task. Can handle ZIP, ARC, ZOO, LZH, PAK, AND
ARJ compressed files. The user can use drop down menus to
manage their compressed files, or built in hotkeys can be used
for the more advanced user. Provides built-in context
sensitive help for all functions, and provides a common
interface to all of the supported compressed file formats. You
can view, create, modify, convert, virus-check, and much more.
Product: SLIM
Author: Dominic Herity
Version: 1.10 (02-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual. Upgrade to current
version. Special Offer on further upgrades. Application
Support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SLIM11.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 100016,3477
for assistance).
Download size: 38k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful file compressor with RAM resident transparent
expander, which gives painless access to compressed files. This
is done by intercepting DOS calls, allowing applications to
read compressed files just as before. So there is no need to
worry about technicalities like archives. Just add the command
'SLIM ON' to AUTOEXEC.BAT and forget it. Over half of SLIM Ver
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 46
1.00/1.01 users who answered a questionnaire said it let them
postpone or cancel a hard disk upgrade.
Product: WinZip
Author: Nico Mak
Version: 3.1 (04-06-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. PKZIP/PKUNZIP and/
or LHA.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, CompuServe/BIX/mail
support.
Look for: WINZIP*.ZIP on BBSs; WINZIP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70056,241 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Windows ZIP/LZH/SFX/ARC shell featuring an intuitive point and
click interface. View, Run, Extract, Add, Delete, and Virus
Scan files in archives. The main window contains a tool bar
and sortable scrollable list of files in an archive. Double
click in the list to view a file with the appropriate
application. Features extensive help and easy installation.
Optionally creates temporary Program Manager group with icons
for each file in an archive. Supports Windows 3.1 Drag and
Drop interface.
Product: ZiPaper
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Randomly select Wallpaper - store compressed! See full
description on page 431.
2.2.4 File comparison
Product: DOS Extensions for Professional
Author: Allison Software, 412-727-2198
A cohesive pkg of 7 powerful disk utilities. See full
description on page 17.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 47
Product: FCOMP
Author: Gamma Software, 303-667-9960
Version: 1.01 (01-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: FCOMP101.ZIP on BBSs; FCOMP1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNET forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
assistance); FCOMP101.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compares 2 text files and displays their differences. It is
fast, friendly and easy to use. This program is especially
useful to programmers who want to identify changes made in a
source file from one version to the next. It can operate in
batch or interactive mode. Interactive mode features a windows-
like file selection menu and a scrollable display of the
comparison. Comparison menu options include: locate next diff,
print and save to file. Mouse, EGA 43/VGA 50 line modes
supported.
Product: MATCH
Author: SOFTWEST, 408-370-7095
Source file compare utility with wildcards. See full
description on page 371.
Product: SHERLOCK
Author: Gulf Sierra, 301-460-0354
Version: 2.60 (07-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support. Bonus
utilities. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: SHERLK26.ZIP on BBSs (call 202-547-2008 to download it
at no charge); SRLK26.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73270,77 for assistance).
Download size: 121k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A text comparison utility, compares two ASCII files line by
line. Displays five lines from each file in separate windows.
You may scroll either or both files passed the mismatch to put
them in sync and continue. Either file can be automatically
scanned to locate a line matching the line selected in the
other file. Contains features for searching, jumping around the
files and copying lines to a printer. This is a tool for
programmers and writers.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 48
Product: Visual Compare
Author: Whitney Software, Inc.
Version: 1.52 (06-16-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: VC152.ZIP on BBSs (call 510-938-5836 to download it at
no charge); VC152.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 70661,3463 for assistance).
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays the differences between two program source files in a
full-screen, scrollable display. A composite mode displays the
two files merged in one window. A split-screen mode displays
the two files separately in vertical or horizontal windows.
Common, deleted, and inserted lines are displayed in different
colors.
Uses a comparison algorithm that has been mathematically proven
to always produce a shortest possible sequence of insertions
and deletions that will convert file one to file two.
2.2.5 File conversion
See also: Writing applications, File format translators
(page 169); Database applications, File format translators
(page 200); Communications, File format translators (page 226);
Finances, File format translators (page 313); Business, File
format translators (page 280); Graphics, File format
translators (page 423).
Product: DOS Extensions for Professional
Author: Allison Software, 412-727-2198
A cohesive pkg of 7 powerful disk utilities. See full
description on page 17.
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research, 619-942-0688
Version: 1.7 (05-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, key to bypass initial
screen, 90 days support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DPERF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WPSGA forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73170,216 for
assistance).
Download size: 229k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts xBase compatible data (dBase III, Fox, Clipper, etc.)
to Word Perfect secondary files for mail merge applications.
Features record and field selection, and record sorting. Allows
American/European date format. Converts European characters.
Single- or multi-user. Prints summary sheets and creates setup
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 49
files to automate the conversion. Includes interactive and
batch versions, as well as Clipper object module.
Product: LJ2DJ
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Converts LaserJet fonts to DeskJet fonts. See full description
on page 68.
Product: Mega Edit
Author: Computer Witchcraft, Inc., 415-752-2477
Powerful ASCII Text Editor for Windows. See full description
on page 154.
Product: PCX2FNT
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Create fonts for LaserJet from PCX graphics. See full
description on page 75.
Product: PCX2PCL
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
PCX To PCL File Conversion and LJ Macros. See full description
on page 75.
Product: TDisplay
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Version: 1.2 (02-03-92)
Needs: Unknown.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
free updates, upgrade discounts, bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TDSP12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72037,1345
for assistance); TDSP12.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID XTY50640 for assistance).
Download size: 76k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts ASCII text to self-displaying .EXE file. Prints at the
touch of a hot-key. User can control background color, up to 4
text colors per file, border type (or none), margins. Unlimited
file size; scrolling and word-wrap; user key prompt line.
Optional password protection.
2.2.6 File viewers
See also: Writing applications (page 151).
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 50
Product: Browse/2
Author: Wolf Software Design, 619-292-7706
Version: 1.34 (07-26-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Copy of current version, one free upgrade
and notice of future upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BROWSE.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMOS2 forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72777,1556 for
assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This OS/2 Presentation Manager file viewer displays files of
any size in ASCII or hexadecimal format with both horizontal
and vertical scrolling.
The file, or selected portions of it, can be copied to the
Presentation Manager clipboard or output to a printer.
The search feature locates words or phrases and displays them
in context. User options include a choice of display fonts and
sizes, line numbering, tab stop intervals and printer controls.
Product: DOS Extensions for Professional
Author: Allison Software, 412-727-2198
A cohesive pkg of 7 powerful disk utilities. See full
description on page 17.
Product: FileBUDDY
Author: Lenard Dean
Version: 1.01 (06-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disk.
Look for: FB101.EXE on BBSs (call 403-285-4168 to download it at
no charge); FB101.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:PICS forum LIBrary 3
(or contact userID 70312,415 for assistance); FB101.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID L.DEAN1 for
assistance).
Download size: 102k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A unique file viewer that combines 3 popular viewers into one
program. Files of any size whether in ASCII, ARC, ARJ, LZH,
PAK, or ZIP format may be viewed. If a VGA or SVGA video card
is detected, BIF (binary), GIF, PCX, and TIF image files can
also be viewed. Expanded or extended memory is supported when
loading images. Other features include saving images to other
image formats including EPS (Encapsulated Postscript) and
printing images to a HP LaserJet (or compatible) printer.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 51
Product: Mega Edit
Author: Computer Witchcraft, Inc., 415-752-2477
Powerful ASCII Text Editor for Windows. See full description
on page 154.
Product: PocketD
Author: PocketWare
120 option advanced DOS utility & dir lister. See full
description on page 23.
Product: TDisplay
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Creates Customized Self-Displaying Text Files. See full
description on page 49.
Product: Technical Editor
Author: Superior Soft
DOS/OS2 Programmers/Text editor (VIRTUAL). See full
description on page 157.
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed, 403-278 2234
A simple yet uniquely powerful DOS shell. See full description
on page 27.
Product: TurboTXT Text File Compiler
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Version: 1.00 (06-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and free tech support.
Look for: TTX100.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 415-826 1707
to download it at no charge); TTX100.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70262,1463 for
assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compiles your DOS text files and create a README.COM program
that is a viewer with your text file built in. This allows
users to create readme files that can not be modified. It also
allows you to have readme files that do not depend on an
external file viewer to display them at the final destination.
2.3 Hardware utilities
Product: ExtraDOS Toolbox
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Collection of 50 MS-DOS Utilities. See full description on
page 96.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 52
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
17 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 89.
Product: SysTraK(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Version: 1.1 (04-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM. Strongly
recommended: 80286, DOS 3.3 or better, and a mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SYSTRK.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72117,165
for assistance).
Download size: 875k (about 65 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Organize and track system component info. Who supplied, when
purchased, cost, network address, cabling, interupts, location,
normal and emergency contacts, serial numbers, warranty, etc.
Track multiple sites in multiple "systems". Great for anyone
who needs to "remember" the nitty-gritty details of computer
installations. Preprogrammed reports by vendor, user, system,
location. Online documentation, some mouse support. Fire or
theft? Could be the one key to complete insurance recovery.
2.3.1 CPU & memory utilities
Product: AutoCon
Author: Larry Weaver, 916-623 5045
Autoexec/Config reconfiguration manager. See full description
on page 90.
Product: dBF-View
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
DBF File viewer plus other usefull Utilities. See full
description on page 205.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 53
Product: HiMOVE
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Version: 2.14 (11-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 286 NEAT CHIPSet or NEATsx
CHIPSet or AT/386 CHIPSet or other upper memory hardware.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: current disk, printed manual, six month
free support, notification of next upgrade.
Look for: HIMOV???.* on BBSs; MOV*.* on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73030,1070 for assistance).
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Uses the shadow RAM of Computers with NEAT-Chipset (Chips &
Technologies) to load device drivers and resident programs into
unused areas of the upper memory area. Easy installation and
configuration. No editing of AUTOEXEC.BAT or CONFIG.SYS files.
Product: Nifty James' RAM Disk
Author: Mike Blaszczak, 203-292-1356
Version: 1.40 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. EMS or XMS memory.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NJRAMD.LZH on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76360,157 for
assistance).
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A RAM Disk for IBM computers having EMS or XMS memory. The
program can be configured to provide disks greater than four
megabytes, unlike many other programs. NJRAMD is very fast,
outpacing both RAMDRIVE and VIDSK from Microsoft. It is also
very small -- requiring less than 700 bytes of DOS memory. Of
course, the RAM Disk takes up as much memory as you configure
it to.
Product: PC-INFO
Author: Cheat River Engineering, 201-627-5460
Displays snapshot of system HW, SW & mem.dev. See full
description on page 92.
Product: Snooper, the system checker
Author: John Vias, 904-332-8234
Fast, friendly, flexible system info utility. See full
description on page 93.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 54
Product: SpeedRAM
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Version: 2.00 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: SRM200.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-826-1707 to download it at
no charge); SRM200.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
4 (or contact userID 70262,1463 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A small utility that increases performance by optimizing the
DRAM refresh rate to match today's memory chip manufacturers
reducing the CPU's overhead time refreshing RAM. Can increase
overall system performance from 2% to 10%.
Product: SWAPDOS
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.00 (02-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskette.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWAPDS.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76702,1361 for
assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you switch from one large application to another, keeping
your place in one while workingin the other. For example, you
can have Microsoft Word swapped to EMS or disk, while you are
looking at a Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet.
2.3.2 Keyboard utilities
Product: BATUTIL
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Batch Enhancement Language. See full description on page 83.
Product: FoxTails #1(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Collection of FoxPRO tools - source code. See full description
on page 210.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 55
Product: Newkey
Author: FAB Software, 508-358-6357
Version: 5.4 (06-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $43.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NEWKEY.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 75206,1366 for
assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A keyboard macro processor which, besides allowing you to
automate repetitive command sequences, provides a shorthand
mode, display macros, menu macros, screen saver, extended
keyboard buffer, cursor speedup without overrun, cut & paste, a
full-featured macro editor, support for EMS, and many more
features. This latest version adds if functions to test the
screen and a print screen function.
Product: STACKEY
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Version: 4.0 (12-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SKEY??.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,1664 for
assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Has the basic function of stacking keystrokes. It uses English
like F1 for the F1 key rather than cryptic hex codes. It
includes simulated pressing of lock keys, shifts, support for
Carousel, Desqview and hotkey/screen reading script control.
PC Magazine called it the 'ultimate batch enhancer' and PC
World and PC Computing included it in "Best of.." articles.
Version 4.0 has a keyboard recorder and more script control,
including branching on hotkeys and screen strings.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 56
2.3.3 Screen utilities
Product: BLANK-IT
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-658-4632
Version: 5.1a (03-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Newsletter/BBS support, product
discounts.
Look for: BLANK51A.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-658-3465 to download it
at no charge); BLANK5.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73770,1633 for assistance);
BLANK51A.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID E.ROBICHAUD1 for assistance).
Download size: 57k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Blacks out the computer display after a certain "time out"
period so that the computer screen won't become burned in. Burn
in is NOT uncommon and can destroy a monitor. Contains several
advanced features such as a quick blank "hot key" ("Boss key"),
the ability to enable/disable itself while it's loaded, and
much more. Works with all monitors and is compatible with
Windows! Smaller and faster than the rest with more features
and excellent support!
Product: FoxTails #1(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Collection of FoxPRO tools - source code. See full description
on page 210.
Product: Painless Menu Manager
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Menuing system for Hard Disks. See full description on
page 128.
Product: PBWindows
Author: Barry Erick, 717-675-3432
Wonderful Popup windows for PB. See full description on
page 354.
Product: Quilt
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Create intriguing patterns/scrn saver option. See full
description on page 430.
Product: Swap!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Instant DOS Shell for Ventura Publisher Gem. See full
description on page 168.
Product: Utility_Belt
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
.BAT file enhancements. See full description on page 89.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 57
2.3.3.1 EGA/VGA
Product: RIE - Rimrock Icon Editor
Author: Rimrock Software, 208-772-9347
Editor for creating custom EGA/VGA text icons. See full
description on page 373.
2.3.4 286/386/486 utilities
Product: HiMOVE
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Upper Memory Manager. See full description on page 52.
Product: QUICKEXT
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 1.1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.0 or better. Specifically will not
operate on an 80386 or 80486 computer.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: QUICKEXT.* on BBSs; QUKEXT.* on CompuServe in CIS:.
forum LIBrary 0; QUICKEXT.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 14k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A TSR which speeds up access to extended memory. Uses
undocumented feature in 80286 which is not available on 80386.
2.4 Printer utilities
See also: Utilities, System Utilities, Screen capture
(page 94); Spreadsheet applications, Spreadsheet utilities
(page 181); Database applications, Mailing label systems
(page 193).
Product: ACCU Music Printer
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
Prints out sheet music, transposes, etc. See full description
on page 461.
Product: Badge-O-Magic
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
LaserJet Nametags Using Any dBASE III File. See full
description on page 69.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 58
Product: DISK SPOOL II
Author: Budget Software Company, 303-695 9095
Version: 4.00 (06-27-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $44.00
Registration benefits: Full tech support; printed manual; latest
version; mailing list;
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DS.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70033,643 for
assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A valuable utility for virtually every computer installation.
It enhances all printing/plotting/graphics applications by
allowing all printing functions to occur in the background.
Furthermore, you control how data is printed, when it is
printer, and where it is printed...all by means of a
sophisticated pop-up menu. Advanced features:
* use of Extended and/or Expanded memory
* ability to load multiple copies for driving multiple
printers
Product: LJLAND
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print docs, listings, manuals, spreadsheets. See full
description on page 74.
Product: ON-SIDE
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 2.0 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM. IBM or Epson
graphics printer.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
phone/fax/mail support, product discounts.
Look for: ONSIDE.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-788-4008 to download it at
no charge); ONSIDE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use sideways printing program from the creators of File
Express. Ten font styles included or create your own. Existing
fonts can be edited using the font editor. On-screen drawing
makes the process easy. Fonts can be magnified and stretched
to over 25 sizes each. All aspects of printing can be
controlled: print can be double struck for darker print, top
and bottom can be set, character width and height can be varied
and letter spacing controlled.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 59
Product: PCX2FNT
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Create fonts for LaserJet from PCX graphics. See full
description on page 75.
Product: Plot-Line
Author: PlotSoft Solutions, 519-925-5468
Command line HP-GL background file plotter. See full
description on page 341.
Product: Print-it
Author: Cybernetic Software, 708-677-8358
Version: 1.0 (01-11-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, source code.
Look for: PRTIT10.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-764 0591 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 8k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Takes an ASCII file and print it one record per line, with
wrap, if the line is too long. It will number the lines. At the
top of each page of the print-out is the file name and page
number.
Product: PrintCAD
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Version: 1.14 (04-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 400K of EMS or XMS memory.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, BBS/mail
support.
Look for: PCAD.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-268-0577 to download it at
no charge); PCAD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2
(or contact userID 70431,32 for assistance).
Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a printer driver for AutoCAD, AutoSketch, GenCADD,
Draft Choice, PC-Draft-CAD, and other IBM/DOS CAD packages. It
prints directly from CAD software via the ADI or HP-GL plotter
driver. Supports Epson and IBM 9 pin printers, Epson, Fujitsu,
IBM, NEC, and Toshiba 24 pin printers, HP LaserJet, DeskJet,
PaintJet, Canon LBP, BJ, BJC, IBM ExecJet, LaserPrinter,
Quietwriter, PostScript, PCX files, and others. User selectable
pen width, shading, color, and paper size, magnification, etc.
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Product: PrintGL
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Version: 1.24 (04-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, BBS/mail
support.
Look for: PRINTGL.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-268-0577 to download it
at no charge); PRNTGL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70431,32 for assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A pen plotter emulator for IBM/DOS systems. It prints or
displays HP-GL (7475, 17440) files on Epson and IBM 9 pin
printers, Epson, Fujitsu, IBM, NEC, and Toshiba 24 pin
printers, HP Laserjet, Deskjet, PaintJet, IBM ExecJet,
LaserPrinter, Quietwriter, Canon LBP, BJ, BJC, Tek ColorQuick,
Kodak Color 4, PostScript printers, and others, CGA, EGA, VGA,
and HGC displays, and outputs PCX files. User selectable pen
width, color, shading, and paper size, magnification, etc.
Product: PrintPlus
Author: Lambert Klein, 708-397-1221
Version: 6.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $23.95
Registration benefits: Master disks, printed manual, utilities.
Voice/mail/BBS support.
Look for: P6.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-623-6203 to download it at no
charge); P6.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or
contact userID 72010,624 for assistance); P6.ZIP on GEnie in
IBM forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID L.KLEIN1 for
assistance).
Download size: 73k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu driven, mouse supported utility program. Tag and Print,
copy, move and delete files. Maintainence utilities. Paper
saving options. Prints Line numbers, Select pages, headers.
Adjustable margins and page lenght. Can tag files for
independed number of copies for each file. Can redirect to an
ASCII file. Features to tweek the output such as, Smart mode,
left space trim, strip line feeds within paragraphs. Powerful,
yet easy and very convenient to use. Continuous and single
sheets.
Product: Rubicon Publisher
Author: Rubicon Computer Labs Inc., 819-770-4317
Full-Featured Typesetter With Fonts. See full description on
page 167.
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Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
17 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 89.
Product: TSR Download
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 2.9b (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer, or HP
DeskJet printer with RAM cartridge.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support, bonus
utility.
Look for: TSRDL4.ZIP on BBSs; TSRDL*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Memory resident soft font manager for LaserJet and DeskJet
printers locates fonts automatically and displays them in
English. Compresses LaserJet soft fonts to 1/6 their normal
size. TSR Download pops up over any application program to
allow easy font control. It even remembers what fonts are in
your printer. Select or delete fonts, control line spacing plus
much more. Requires 7K of RAM as a TSR or works from the
command line. Full DOS & Windows 3.0 support. New scalable font
support.
2.4.1 Printer control
Product: DMP
Author: DMP Software, 415-341-2702
Version: 2.05 (01-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Support by CompuServe, mail & phone. Next
update free.
Look for: DMP*.* on BBSs; DMPLZH.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73210,2531 for assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Very versatile printer driver/spooler. Spool to Expanded,
Extended, HMA and/or system memory and/or disk. Serial or
parallel printer or print to disk file. Fast spooling and
output for all types of printers including Laser, dot-matrix,
etc. Optional character conversions, many other features.
Product: EnVision Publisher [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Desktop Publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 165.
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Product: ESF's DeskJet Fonts & Utilities
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Soft fonts, printer drivers, + utilities. See full description
on page 67.
Product: ESF's European DeskJet Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Soft fonts to print western European lang. See full
description on page 67.
Product: ESF's European LaserJet Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Soft fonts to print Western European lang. See full
description on page 71.
Product: ESF's LaserJet Fonts & Util.
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Soft fonts, printer drivers, & utilities. See full description
on page 72.
Product: ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
8 scalable soft fonts plus WP & MS drivers. See full
description on page 72.
Product: EZSET
Author: McAdams Associates
Version: 2.0 (05-18-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one year phone/CompuServe/
mail support, bonus utilities.
Look for: EZSET2.ZIP on BBSs; EZSET2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70353,1644 for
assistance).
Download size: 67k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This utility is designed to make it easy to access ALL of your
printer's features, including those NOT available from the
control panel. All you need to use it effectively is your
printer's manual. Designed to make it EASY to send your
printer's control codes from the command line or from inside
batch files. In addition, printer strings can be customized to
go automatically to any printer port, using any printer online
return value.
Product: FormGen Utility Pak #1
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Super useful DOS utility kit. See full description on page 31.
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Product: LASR-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Laser printer utility for multi-pages/sheet. See full
description on page 73.
Product: LQ
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software, 704-264-6906
Version: 2.35 (10-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 9-pin dot matrix printer.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Current disk & manual, update disk,
technical support, commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LQ235.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73577,230 for
assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you obtains near-letter quality from 9-pin dot-matrix
printers in a variety of fonts. The program works invisibly
with your word processor so you can continue to use familiar
commands for print options such as emphasized, underline,
italics, etc. Changing fonts can be done by inserting codes or
by using LQ's pop-up window. Cs customized spooler handles
printing tasks efficiently in the background. Also included:
Font editor, banner printer, letterhead editor.
Product: LQMATRIX
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Softfonts and softfont editor for Epson LQ. See full
description on page 65.
Product: PPRINT
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 5.3 (04-29-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, BBS access, and updates.
$45 for package of 8 utilities with bound manual. Money Back
Gurantee.
Look for: PPRINT53.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PPRINT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
PPRINT53.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A great ASCII file printing tool providing extensive file
selection and formatting. It uses printer definition files to
support any printer. Specify print size, margins, headings,
footings, line numbering, and even data selection. Print two
pages per piece of paper on a laser printer. Scans a directory
to select multiple files to print. Set lines per page and cols
per line. Featured in Dr. File Finder's Guide to Shareware.
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Product: PrinterBUDDY
Author: Lenard Dean
Version: 2.01 (03-29-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disk.
Look for: PB201.EXE on BBSs (call 403-285-4168 to download it at
no charge); PB201.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 70312,415 for assistance); PB201.LZH on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID L.DEAN1 for
assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A utility that allows you to configure ANY type of printer
using the printer's built-in commands and formatting codes.
Easy to use yet very powerful. You can select printer
configurations from a menu list or from the command line
(useful in batch files). Completely customizable. In the TSR
version, you can even define your own hot key and specify how
the TSR will load into memory (ie. conventional, swap-to-EMS,
or swap-to-disk).
2.4.2 Bar codes
Product: GRAB Plus(r)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Envelope Addressor & Database. See full description on
page 78.
Product: GRAB Plus(r) for Windows
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Windows Envelope Printing Utility. See full description on
page 79.
Product: Label Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
PC Magazine Editors Choice mailing list prog. See full
description on page 196.
Product: Mail Machine
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print Envelopes and Labels on all LaserJets. See full
description on page 79.
Product: PrintEnvelope
Author: Maurer Associates, 914-562-6600
Complete mail addressing system for Windows. See full
description on page 80.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 65
2.4.3 Printer specific
Product: Citizen [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.1 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Citizen MSP or Tribute
printer.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, printed instructions, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: CITI*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0355 to download it at
no charge); CTZN*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This menu-driven utility lets you control the fonts on your
Citizen MSP or Tribute printer. You can also print small text
files and type envelopes from the program.
2.4.3.1 Epson
Product: LQMATRIX
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Version: 4.41 (04-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Epson LQ printer.
Registration fee: $19.50
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited mail/phone
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: LQMTX4.ZIP on BBSs; LQMX4*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:EPSON forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70242,1114 for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a user friendly environment for designing fonts for
Epson LQ dot matrix printers & compatibles. It comes with over
fifty ready made fonts including Script, Italics, Cyrillic,
Greek, Hebrew, Large Type, OCR-A & OCR-B and attractive fonts
especially designed by talented graphic designers. The
documentation includes instructions for using the fonts with
various word processors including WP 5.1, PCWrite 3, XYwrite, &
Word 5.5. The downloader, LQ.EXE, also serves as a printer
setter.
2.4.3.2 HP DeskJet
Product: 4Print
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 69.
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Product: 4Shell for Windows
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Runs 4Print and 4Book under Windows. See full description on
page 69.
Product: BOOKLET
Author: Sympathetic Software
PC Booklet printing utility. See full description on page 70.
Product: BOOKLET-SCREEN
Author: Sympathetic Software
PC Booklet printing utility. See full description on page 70.
Product: DJ-CHECK
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 1.01 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. HP DeskJet series printer, any
size checks.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: DJCHEK.ZIP on BBSs; DJCHEK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); DJCHEK.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID J.JOHNSON199 for assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Print any size checks (personal or business) using any DeskJet
printer. Fully configurable for perfect printing placement on
any size check. Keeps a record on disk or each check you print,
and keeps a running balance as you print checks.
Product: DJ-LOPE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 3.0 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: One year mail/CIS support, printed
manual.
Look for: DJLOPE.ZIP on BBSs; DJLOPE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); DJLOPE.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID J.JOHNSON199 for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Print envelopes on the DeskJet family of printers on the fly or
from multiple databases of up to 250 adresses each. Supports
internal and cartridge fonts. Toggle return address on or off,
search, add, delete records. Supports internal and font
cartridges, prints to LPT1, 2 or 3. Easy-to-use menu driven
interface.
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Product: DJ-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 2.0 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: One year mail/CIS support, printed
manual.
Look for: SLEEVE.ZIP on BBSs; SLEEVE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); SLEEVE.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID J.JOHNSON199 for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Just slip a floppy disk in Drive A or Drive B, load this easy-
to-use program, and in just seconds your DeskJet will print out
a sleeve template containing the names of all the files (date
and size for each file, too). Just cut it out, fold back the
flaps and tape or glue, and you have a storage sleeve for your
51/4" & 31/2" disks.
Product: DOWNLOAD
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Download fonts and macros to Laser/DeskJet. See full
description on page 71.
Product: ESF's DeskJet Fonts & Utilities
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.6 (05-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: DJFNT6.ZIP on BBSs; DJFNT6.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Collection of 18 soft fonts for all models of HP DeskJet
printers. Printer drivers for WordPerfect 5.0 & 5.1, MS Word
5.X, MS Works, PC Write, and Windows 3.0. Fonts include Helv &
Roman 10 & 12 point medium/bold/italic, Script & Old English 8
& 10 point, Symbols 24 point, and Square 10 point 10 pitch.
Utility programs for downloading and printing sample pages.
Easy to use INSTALL program and new tutorial on soft fonts.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 68
Product: ESF's European DeskJet Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.2 (05-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer with RAM
cartridge.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: EDJFNT2.ZIP on BBSs; EDFNT2.ZI on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 12 soft fonts that print in almost any western
European language, including English, German, French, &
Spanish. Includes Roman, Helv, and Garamond in 12 point m/b/i +
18 point bold all with the PC-8 symbol set. Also has utilities
for downloading and sample page printing. Printer drivers for
WordPerfect 5.1, MS Word 5.X, MS Works, and Windows are
included. Now with easy install program and tutorial on soft
fonts.
Product: LASR-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Laser printer utility for multi-pages/sheet. See full
description on page 73.
Product: LJ2DJ
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Version: 2.4 (01-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer with RAM
(font) cartridge.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support, bonus
utilities.
Look for: L2D.ZIP on BBSs; L2D.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HPPER
forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts LaserJet format soft fonts into DeskJet format soft
fonts. Includes DJView for displaying the characters of
DeskJet fonts on screen; DJInfo for displaying technical info
of a DJ font; FontInfo, a DIR-like command-line utility for LJ
& DJ soft fonts; DJLand for printing text files in landscape
orientation; DOWNLOAD for downloading fonts. Specify wildcards
to convert several fonts at once.
Product: TSR Download
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Soft font manager for LaserJet & DeskJets. See full
description on page 61.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 69
2.4.3.3 HP LaserJet
Product: 4Print
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Version: 4.1 (08-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 200k RAM; HP LaserJet or
DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Typeset illustrated manual, 4FOLD and
KAZAP companion utilities, free technical support, and
notification of major upgrades.
Look for: 4PR410.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it at
no charge); 4PR410.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,2605 for assistance);
4PR410.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints 2 or 3 fully readable pages of text on each sheet of
paper using your LaserJet's or DeskJet's landscape (sideways)
printing capability. Can print on both sides of the page to
yield 4, 6, or even more pages of text per sheet. Perfect for
program listings and documentation; can print one wide column
for spreadsheet and database reports. Includes 4Book for
creating handsome booklets. Supports A4 paper. "Definitely
worth adding to your printer toolbox," says PC Magazine
(3/27/90).
Product: 4Shell for Windows
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.4 (03-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 4Print and 4Book from
Korenthal Associates.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: One year mail support, 900# phone
support.
Look for: 4SHELL.ZIP on BBSs; 4SHELL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70040,645 for
assistance); 4SHELL.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Windows 3.0 program lets you use the popular LaserJet and
DeskJet utilities, 4Print and 4Book, under Windows. You *must*
download the file 4PR410.ZIP (from Korenthal Associates) in
order to use this program. 4Shell will allow you to select the
options and build a "configuration" for both 4Print and 4Book
and save the options as your default.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 70
Product: Badge-O-Magic
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Version: 1.2 (07-10-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM. HP LaserJet+
printer.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Next version free plus 90 days free
support by phone/mail/BBS. Badge supplies also available to
registered users at discounted prices.
Look for: BADGE12.ZIP on BBSs (call 404-879-5985 to download it
at no charge); BADG11.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7; BADGE12.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Introducing a convenient, easy-to-use and affordable way to
prepare name tags for conventions, meetings, and social
gatherings. Using virtually any PC with a LaserJet II-compat.
printer, you now can quickly generate easy-to-read name tags.
Six custom soft fonts areincluded with the software ranging in
size from 10 to 40 points. Includes a dBASE compatible file
manager to manipulate your data bases for printing. Label
template makes it easy to buy label stock from any printer.
Product: BOOKLET
Author: Sympathetic Software
Version: 3.8 (10-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. HP LaserJet or DeskJet
printer.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, free upgrading.
Look for: BOOKLT.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it at
no charge); BOOKLT.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 71046,1476 for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates PC Booklet sized documents from full page documents.
Prints four pages of the document on each sheet of paper. The
pages are printed "half size" on the right and left halves of
both sides of the sheet turned sideways. Handles A4, LETTER,
LEGAL, and EXEC paper. Also prints single sided.
Converts word processor HPPCL output to fit the reduced size.
Formatting is preserved. Extensive error recovery allows
restart after jams or other printing failures. Command line
interface.
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Product: BOOKLET-SCREEN
Author: Sympathetic Software
Version: 1.6 (10-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. HP LaserJet or DeskJet
printer.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, free upgrading.
Look for: BOOKLS.EXE on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it at
no charge); BOOKLS.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 71046,1476 for assistance).
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates PC Booklet sized documents from full page documents.
Prints four pages of the document on each sheet of paper. The
pages are printed "half size" two pages per side of the paper
turned sideways. Handles A4, LETTER, LEGAL, and EXEC paper.
Also prints single sided.
Converts word processor HPPCL output to fit reduced size.
Formatting is preserved. Extensive error recovery allows
restart after jams or other failures. Menu/Screen interface
with online help.
Product: DOWNLOAD
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Version: 1.1 (04-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet or DeskJet
printer.
Registration fee: $9.95
Registration benefits: Mail support, product discounts.
Look for: DOWNLD.ZIP on BBSs; DOWNLD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOWNLOAD sends soft fonts and macros to the memory of
your LaserJet or DeskJet printer.
UNLOAD frees up the memory taken by soft fonts and
macros.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 72
Product: ESF's European LaserJet Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.2 (05-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet II printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: ELFNT2.ZIP on BBSs; ELFNT2.ZI on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 12 soft fonts print in any western European
language. They work on any HP LaserJet II or better printer and
offer: English, German, French, Spanish, etc. Printer drivers
are included for WordPerfect 5.0 & 5.1, MS Word 5.X, MS Works,
Ventura, and Windows 3.0. Utilites are included that will
download the fonts and print sample sheets of them. All fonts
have the PC-850 symbol set and include: Helv, Roman, & Garamond
in 12 point medium/bold/italic + 18 point bold. New tutorial on
fonts.
Product: ESF's LaserJet Fonts & Util.
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.7 (05-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: LJFNT7.ZIP on BBSs; LJFNT7.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Collection of 24 soft fonts for HP LaserJet or compatible
printers. Includes printer drivers for WordPerfect 5.0 & 5.1,
MS Word 5.X, MS Works, Ventura, & Windows. Utility programs
include DOWNLOAD, DISPFONT, & FONTINFO. Fonts include: Helv &
Roman 10 & 12 point medium/bold/italic, Helv & Roman 18 pt
bold, 12 pt Century Legal, Script, Flourish, 18 pt Broadway &
Dingbats, 10 pt KeyCaps, 10 pt Greek, 12 & 14 pt Black Chan.
Easy INSTALL program to unpack fonts and new tutorial on soft
fonts.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 73
Product: ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.2 (05-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet III, IIIP, IIID,
or IIIsi printer.
Registration fee: $49.50
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: LJ3FNT.ZIP on BBSs; LJ3FNT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72417,3437 for assistance).
Download size: 234k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This package includes 8 scalable display soft fonts for the HP
LaserJet III family of printers: Baha, Baha Bold, Cooper,
Cooper Italic, Penior, Penior Bold, Rounded, & Rounded Bold.
(Similar to: Bauhaus, Cooper Black, Peignot, & VAG Rounded.) It
also has printer drivers for WordPerfect 5.1 & MS Word 5.X.
Utility programs, DOWNLOAD- send fonts to your printer and
MAPSCAL- print a sample sheet of a scalable font along with our
standard INSTALL program make this an easy to use package.
Product: LaserForm
Author: Real Software, 408-476-3550
Version: 1.00 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, VGA monitor, mouse,
HP LaserJet printer. Scanner optional.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Lastest disk, printed manual, support.
Look for: LFORMS.ZIP on BBSs (call 408-476-1055 to download it at
no charge); LFORMS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76646,323 for assistance);
LFORMS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
R.SCHLAFLY for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tool for printing existing databases on existing forms. It
is a WYSIWYG program to match your output with your form, and a
printer driver which formats on the fly from your database or
other program.
Product: LASR-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Version: 2.11 (05-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed & bound 7"x8.5" manual, one yr.
phone/mail support, next release notification.
Look for: LASR@211.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 238k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Laser printer utility for ASCII files with sixteen styles;
portrait or landscape orientation with 10, 12 or 16 characters/
inch (cpi) printing on one or both sides of each sheet;
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 74
landscape orientation at 16 cpi, two 72 lines pages on one
side, four pages both sides; booklet (single files) or manual
(multiple files are treated as chapters). Configuration files
allow printing on legal size paper or non-HP printers.
Product: LJ-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 1.0 (03-31-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. HP LaserJet printer or
compatible.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: One year mail/CIS support, printed
manual.
Look for: LJSLEV.ZIP on BBSs; LJSLEV.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); LJSLEV.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID J.JOHNSON199 for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Just slip a floppy disk in Drive A or Drive B, load this easy-
to-use program, and in just seconds your LaserJet or compatible
printer will print out a sleeve template containing the names
of all the files (date and size for each file, too). Just cut
it out, fold back the flaps and tape or glue, and you have a
storage sleeve for your 51/4" & 31/2" disks.
Product: LJ2DJ
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Converts LaserJet fonts to DeskJet fonts. See full description
on page 68.
Product: LJLAND
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Version: 3.04 (02-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/mail
support.
Look for: LJLND.ZIP on BBSs; LJLND.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW
forum LIBrary 2.
Download size: 101k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints text files across the length of the page in 1 or more
columns. Print program listings, spreadsheets, databases, user
manuals, and other formatted text files. By default, the
printer's internal 8.5 point Line Printer font is used to yield
2 66-line, 80-character columns per each side of the paper.
Options include intelligent word wrap, net jobs, headers,
titles, redirection, page/line ranges, binder formats,
environment variable, copies, alternate font, wildcards,
margins, greenbar.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 75
Product: Mail Machine
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print Envelopes and Labels on all LaserJets. See full
description on page 79.
Product: Over_LAZ
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 2 (02-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. WordPerfect 5.0 or later. HP
LaserJet II printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Free personalized letterhead overlay.
Additional personal letterheads also available.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; OVER2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance).
Download size: 276k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of over 75 printer overlay files for WordPerfect
5.0 or later and an HP LaserJet compatible printer. Over_LAZ
are provided for standard office forms (inter office memo, FAX
transmittal, etc) as well as 'rubber stamps' (draft,
confidential, etc) and decorative page borders.
Over_LAZ are automatically printed on the page by WordPerfect
over your document. Extra fonts are not required. 512k
printer RAM is sufficient.
Product: PCX2FNT
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Version: 1.1 (03-29-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/mail
support, bonus utilities.
Look for: 2FNT.ZIP on BBSs; 2FNT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HPPER
forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 145k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Convert PCX format images (logos, signatures, letterhead) that
you've scanned, painted or drawn into HP format soft fonts.
Download to your printer and easily access from within your
word processor, or just about any other printing application.
Converting often printed graphics (such as your signature on
several letters or your logo on several envelopes) into soft
fonts will also greatly speed up your printing.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 76
Product: PCX2PCL
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Version: 1.4 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/mail
support.
Look for: 2PCL.ZIP on BBSs; 2PCL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HPPER
forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Convert PCX format files to HP PCL format for downloading to
LaserJet printers as macros. Use your scanner, or paint or
draw program to turn your logo, signature, letterhead or other
PCX graphic into a LaserJet printer macro. Significantly
improves the speed of your printing, especially when printing
several documents which contain common graphics, such as a
signature.
Product: QFont
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Version: 1.5 (10-20-90)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.1 or better. Hercules or EGA
monitor. Mouse.
Registration fee: $80.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and disk; phone/BBS/
newsletter support.
Look for: QFONT*.* on BBSs (call 608-271-3685 to download it at
no charge); QFONT.* on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 74275,745 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Graphic "paint" program to edit and create HP Laserjet
downloadable soft fonts. Has complete editing functions -- cut
and paste, circle, curves, arcs, lines, rectangles, fills and
so on -- plus powerful transformation functions such as shadow,
outline, bolden, lighten, slant and resize. Modify font
headers. Test spacing. Download fonts with sample printouts.
Change mono spaced fonts to proportional and vice versa. Use
fonts in DTP programs like Ventura, or wordprocessors such as
WordPerfect.
Product: TSR Download
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Soft font manager for LaserJet & DeskJets. See full
description on page 61.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 77
2.4.3.4 PostScript
Product: The Laughing Dog Screen Maker
Author: Yardbird Software, 818-704-6402
Text-mode Screen Designer w/Code Generation. See full
description on page 350.
Product: Over_LAZ PS
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 2 (02-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. WordPerfect 5.0 or later.
PostScript printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Free personalized letterhead overlay.
Additional personal overlays available.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; OVERPS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance); OVERPS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID MIKLOS.G for assistance).
Download size: 117k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of over 70 printer overlay files for WordPerfect
5.0 or later and a PostScript compatible printer. Over_LAZ are
provided for standard office forms (inter office memo, FAX
transmittal, etc) as well as rubber stamps (draft,
confidential, etc) and decorative page borders. Over_LAZ PS are
automatically printed on the page by WordPerfect over your
document.
Product: PM2LINO
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 1.0 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. PageMaker PC PostScript files.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: One year CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: PM2LINO.ZIP on BBSs; PM2LIN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance).
Download size: 9k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This utility removes Control-D characters from print-to-file
PostScript files created by PC PageMaker for later output by
Linotronic or other imagesetters driven by Mac systems. Failure
to remove these characters results in failure to output files
on imagesetter. This utility is command line driven and
supports DOS wildcards.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 78
Product: PS-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 2.0 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. PostScript printer set up on
LPT1, LPT2 or LPT3.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: SLEEVE.ZIP on BBSs; SLEEVE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:DTP
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for assistance);
SLEEVE.ZIP on GEnie in PSRT forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID
J.JOHNSON199 for assistance).
Download size: 26k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Print 51/4" or 31/2" floppy disk storage sleeves on your PostScript
printer. Just insert a floppy disk in Drive A or B and print a
sleeve template on your printer containing up to 192 file names
in all subdirectories on the floppy. Cut it apart, tape or
glue the flaps, and you're done. Don't get writer's cramp
writing all those tiny file names. Use PS-SLEEVE instead.
Product: PS-TEXT
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 1.0 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: One year free support by mail or CIS.
Look for: PSTEXT.ZIP on BBSs; PSTEXT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ADOBE forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance).
Download size: 13k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Extracts all text from a print-to-file PostScript file to a new
file in ASCII format for re-formatting. Text comes in without
any formatting. Program operates from command line (typing
PSTEXT alone lists required parameters).
2.4.4 Envelope addressers
Product: DJ-LOPE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Envelope Printer/Database for DeskJet printer. See full
description on page 66.
Product: Federal Express Label Printer
Author: TVSWare, 908-295-5543
Print and track FedEx airbills. See full description on
page 194.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 79
Product: GRAB Plus(r)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 6.1 (09-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Any printer that will hold an
envelope.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year
mail support, 900# phone support.
Look for: GRAB*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); GRAB*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70040,645 for assistance); GRAB*.ZIP on GEnie in
IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 444k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This 6k TSR will capture the name and address from your
favorite word processor and send it formatted to an envelope in
your printer. Works on any printer that will hold an envelope
or label. Uses special features of LaserJet, DeskJet, and
PostScript printers. Prints the postal bar codes on your ZIP+4
zip codes in the address. Includes GRABDB, a database for
storing thousands of names and addresses. Also includes
LaserLabel, a powerful label printing program.
Product: GRAB Plus(r) for Windows
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.5 (04-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Any printer that will hold
an envelope.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year
mail support, 900# phone support.
Look for: WINGRAB.ZIP on BBSs; WINGRA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70040,645 for assistance); WINGRAB.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID P.MAYER1 for
assistance).
Download size: 388k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the Microsoft Windows version of the GRAB Plus(r)
envelope addressing system. Prints the name and address from
within your Windows application specially formatted for your
printer. Prints postal barcodes on LaserJet, DeskJet, and
PostScript printers. Comes with macros to attach to Word for
Windows and Ami Professional. See GRAB Plus(r) in this catalog
also. Use on multiple printers for both envelopes and labels.
Product: Label Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
PC Magazine Editors Choice mailing list prog. See full
description on page 196.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 80
Product: Mail Machine
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Version: 3.0k (03-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/mail
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MM30.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The most flexible envelope and label printing system ever
developed for HP LaserJet printers. It will print envelopes and
labels of any size acceptable by your printer. Standard size
templates are predefined; custom size labels and envelopes are
user-defineable. Up to 6 lines of text in the TO and FROM
addresses - typed by you or imported from database files.
Prints USPS PostNet barcodes; supports all fonts - internal,
cartridge & soft; allows PCX graphics, misc. messages; saves
jobs
Product: Plain Vanilla Labels
Author: Rosewood Software, 416-284-6119
Simple but complete label printer. See full description on
page 198.
Product: PrintEnvelope
Author: Maurer Associates, 914-562-6600
Version: 2.30 (03-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VBRUN100.DLL.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Registered disk, upgrade notification.
Look for: ENVELOPE.ZIP on BBSs; ENVELO.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 74017,2140 for
assistance); PRENV230.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID W.VANNEST for assistance).
Download size: 78k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete Windows 3.x mail addressing system. Print envelopes
or labels of any size. Use different fonts for the addressee,
note text and return address or use a Windows .BMP graphic as
the return address. Type addresses on the fly, paste from
other applications, use an address book or import a mail list
in Windows Carfile or ASCII file format. Will do USPS approved
PostNet bar codes. Supports laser, dot matrix and PostScript
printers and automatically sets orientation and selects paper
bins.
Product: Public Address
Author: Paradise Programming, 206-352-9863
High-performance compact Address database. See full
description on page 199.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 81
Product: QENV
Author: Annette Cuomo, 714-597-7295
Version: 2.2 (06-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: QENV.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-730-6743 to download it at
no charge); QENV.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:UTILFORUM forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 73747,3537 for assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Quick Envelope Addressor that automatically stores the names &
addresses for envelope printing or letter writing. Also
contains a Quick Editor to allow the creation of
Correspondence. Also allows the data stored to be merged into
the letters written with the Quick Editor (Mail Merge).
2.5 System Utilities
2.5.1 Operating systems
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
File manager & annotator for 4DOS & NDOS. See full description
on page 131.
Product: AutoCon
Author: Larry Weaver, 916-623 5045
Autoexec/Config reconfiguration manager. See full description
on page 90.
Product: SUPER
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
Multi function disk utility & batch generator. See full
description on page 27.
Product: TurboBAT
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Advanced Batch File Compiler. See full description on
page 379.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 82
Product: VMiX 386
Author: Commercial Software Associates (ComSoft), 714-720-1214
Version: 2.67 (12-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. DOS 5.0 and 80386 recommended.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, Applications Programming
Interface, BBS support.
Look for: VMIX267.EXE on BBSs (call 714-720-1139 to download it
at no charge); VMIX.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73277,2003 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multitasker and multiuser Protected Mode Dos Extender
environment for IBM (PC, XT, AT, EISA, PS/2) compatibles.
Automatically configures itself to your environment.
In 8086 and 286 computers, it will multitask using only
available conventional memory with task swapping to extended
memory, where available. On 386 computers each virtual task
gets its own screen and 640KByte partition from extended
memory. Up to 4 users at the COMM ports.
2.5.2 Multi-OS utilities
Product: BootMaster
Author: RoSi Software, 011-49-30-744-7707
Boot Configuration Manager. See full description on page 91.
2.5.3 Command processors
Product: 4DOS
Author: JP Software Inc., 617-646-3975
Version: 4.0 (08-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $69.00
Registration benefits: Typeset quality printed manual, free or
low-cost upgrade to next major release, newsletter, technical
support.
Look for: 4DOS4*.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); 4DOS4*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB forum
LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID 75300,1215 for
assistance).
Download size: 450k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Replaces COMMAND.COM for MS-DOS, PC-DOS, and DR-DOS. Enhances
most DOS commands, over 40 new commands. Command editing,
history, aliases, point-and-shoot file selection, high-speed
batch files, much much more. 1989 PC Mag Tech Excellence
Finalist (ver. 2.21). Compatible with COMMAND.COM and
virtually all PC hardware and software. Easy installation and
configuration, network-compatible. If you use DOS then you
already know how to use 4DOS. If you want more from DOS you
need 4DOS!
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 83
Product: CM_FILER
Author: NoVaSoft, 703-221-1833
Multi-Function Disk/File Manager. See full description on
page 132.
Product: HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu [***]
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
DOS Menu & Security System, Network Support. See full
description on page 124.
Product: VMiX 386
Author: Commercial Software Associates (ComSoft), 714-720-1214
MSDOS MultiTasker MultiUser for 8086 to 486. See full
description on page 81.
Product: WinBatch
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Windows Batch Language. See full description on page 90.
2.5.4 Batch & macro utilities
Product: 4DOS
Author: JP Software Inc., 617-646-3975
Enhanced DOS command processor. See full description on
page 82.
Product: Automatic Netwk Manager [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Version: 1.10 (08-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Any Network.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
utilities, phone support, classical CD's & mice.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; AUTOM.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NETWIRE forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 100024,2337
for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to remove the everyday headaches from network
operation. Automatic file processing, at any time, on any day,
enables all routine tasks to be carried out automatically.
The system monitors disk space, and critical data recording
PC's, allerting supervisors and users of potential problems.
The built-in editor allows line by line execution of batch
files, and unlimited breakpoints. Industry std ALT key opern,
full help.
Product: BatchMaker Plus
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
A DOS Menu/Utility/Editor/Information + more. See full
description on page 7.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 84
Product: BATUTIL
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Version: 4.0 (12-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $43.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual; CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SKEY??.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,1664 for
assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you spiff up your batch files with accesss to hardware
information, display of text in color and/or large letters, pop
up menus and file lists. You can directly access the
environment and have paths up to 255 characters long.
PC Magazine called it the 'ultimate batch enhancer' and PC
World and PC Computing included it in "Best of.." articles.
Version 4.0 has a full fledged language with if..then, case,
etc.
Product: Bmenu
Author: Mark Strong
Pop-up menu program for batch files. See full description on
page 122.
Product: Command Post
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Programmable Shell/File Mgr. for Windows 3.0. See full
description on page 137.
Product: DOS Extensions for Professional
Author: Allison Software, 412-727-2198
A cohesive pkg of 7 powerful disk utilities. See full
description on page 17.
Product: ENVI-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.00 (04-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed & bound 7"x8.5" manual, one year
phone/mail support, next release notification.
Look for: ENVI@100.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 138k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An environment utility that accomplishes two major function.
First - display all current environment strings and data about
the environment such as the location, size and space
availability of the Master environment. Second - let a batch
file know how much environment space is currently available and
to provide a graceful exit if there isn't enough. It may also
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show under certain circumstances the size of the master
environment can be expanded without changes being made to
CONFIG.SYS.
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp., 407-738-1712
Version: 4.07 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, six months
phone/BBS/newsletter support.
Look for: EBL.ZIP on BBSs (call 407-738-1843 to download it at no
charge); EBL*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1
(or contact userID 71426,204 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes your batch files hum! It adds professional extensions to
existing MS-DOS batch files to:
* Integrate and automate programs to work together
* Speeds batch files up to 5 times faster
* Adds structured IF, REPEAT, WHILE, BEGIN/END commands
* Create menus automatically
* Design professional user interfaces (windows, several menu
types, sound, and more)
* Adds over 100 commands, functions, and expression types.
Using batch files will never be the same!
Product: Getkey/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.00 (02-25-90)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: GETKO100.ZIP on BBSs; GETKO1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 8k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Reports the ASCII code of a user keystroke as an ERRORLEVEL.
Great for getting user menu selections or input during batch
files. Options for checking input against edit mask, making
use press Enter, flushing keyboard buffer before accepting
keystroke, hiding cursor, disabling ^C & ^Break, capitalizing
the key, echoing it to the screen, and beeping after invalid
input.
Product: LOGIK MENU
Author: LOGIVISION INC., 819-823-6761
Menu System, 43/50 lines, Mouse, Events, Log. See full
description on page 126.
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Product: MENU-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.21 (05-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed & bound 7"x8.5" manual, one yr.
phone/mail support, next release notification.
Look for: MENU@121.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 163k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows the display of user selection menus from within batch
files. These menus are controlled by command line options and
can contain a title and up to nineteen selection option lines
that are generated from REM lines in the batch file which
follows the call to MENU-MAN. Options include a user response
time limit, menu positioning, erasing the screen before/after
menu display, and menu sound, color and type customization.
Product: OpMenu [***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Flexible open menu with batchlike scripts. See full
description on page 127.
Product: Painless Event Processor
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Version: 1.01 (05-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 128k RAM.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Registered users receive the latest copy
of the program, along with a printed and bound manual. Also
receive major discounts on updates.
Look for: PEP.ZIP on BBSs (call 214-881-0313 to download it at no
charge); PEP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3
(or contact userID 70337,3337 for assistance); PEP.ZIP on GEnie
in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID K.PIERCE7 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A revolutionary concept in computer software. Allows your PC to
work 24 hours a day. Simply tell the processor when to execute
programs, batch files, utilities, tasks, etc. and at the
specified time the keystrokes will be tnered into your computer
as if you were sitting at the keyboard. TSR requiring 10K.
Great for nightly backups, speed disk, and countless other
processes.
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Product: PALERT
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 2.3 (06-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version and updates. $45 gets
package of 8 utilities & bound manual.
Look for: PALERT23.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PALERT.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance).
Download size: 27k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A batch file utility designed to check your disk freespace
before starting an application. Specify how much disk
freespace you need for a program and let PALERT insure it
exists before starting an application. Dont be caught in your
wordprocessor or spreadsheet with a file that is too big to be
saved. Put PALERT in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file to warn you when
your hard disk is getting full. Presents a graphical
representation of space to let you quickly determine freespace
levels.
Product: PATH-MAN
Author: Micrometric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.10 (05-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Printed & bound 7"x8.5" manual, one yr.
phone/mail support, next release notification.
Look for: PATH@110.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 136k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A utility that searches the directory path elements of the PATH
statement for a given file. The search file name may include
DOS wildcard characters. The ERRORLEVEL variable is set, based
on the results of this search, to allow more user friendly
batch files - a graceful exit can be made when needed data
files or programs are missing. Optionally, the path ele-ment on
which the search file is located may be displayed.
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Product: PDAILY
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 1.0 (08-18-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Current version and future updates. $45
gets 8 utility set with bound manual. Money Back gurantee.
Look for: PDAILY.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it at
no charge); PDAILY.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance).
Download size: 11k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets users execute one or more DOS batch commands once per day.
Use it when you execute a batch command multiple times per day
but want selected commands to execute only once. For instance
backup or disk cleanup. Can be implemented in your
AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Part of the Patriquin Utilities.
Product: PocketD
Author: PocketWare
120 option advanced DOS utility & dir lister. See full
description on page 23.
Product: PowerBatch Compiler
Author: CSD, Inc., 404-740-9583
Version: 1.4j (05-08-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Latest version of the compiler and
documentation. Notification of updates.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PWRBAT.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72701,155 for
assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A dynamic new batch command compiler which provides the
capability of creating standalone executable modules (.EXE)
with speed and security. Standard batch functions are enhanced
with over 40 additional commands for FLEXIBILITY never before
available in a batch command file. Modules run with the SPEED
only compiled programs can achieve. Maximum SECURITY can be
acheived by creating modules that cannot be terminated by
pressing any break key.
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Product: Pro-Bat I
Author: Mark Tigges, 604-926-0366
Version: 1.1 (04-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: PBAT.EXE on BBSs (call 604-277-9970 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program has revolutionized the way complex batch files are
built. It gives you the power to create batch files with
chaining screens, graphic screen layout, keyboard input
acceptance and informational prompting. Lets you draw boxs set
screen colors and create menues. There is even a handsome
graphics menu screen you can integrate into your batch files.
Though it takes some time to learn, the results are the most
professional batch files possible.
Product: STACKEY
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Keystroke stacking utility. See full description on page 55.
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Version: 2.02 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, one free upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STUF??.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 17 batch file utilities. BATBOX is a simple but
useful menu system. CHKPRN returns printer status. CLK reports
the time/date with billions of formatting options. DOSVER
reports the DOS version (via errorlevel). INPUT displays fancy
prompts and accepts input. MUSIC plays transcribed sheet music,
while SOUNDER produces billions of different random tones.
SPACE reports disk and/or file space via the errorlevel. Many
other useful functions provided.
Product: SUPER
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
Multi function disk utility & batch generator. See full
description on page 27.
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Product: Utility_Belt
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 1.1a (02-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Technical support, upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BELT1A.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance); BELT1A.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID MIKLOS.G for assistance).
Download size: 59k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 18 utilities designed to simplify the creation
of professional looking DOS .BATch files. Six interactive
utilities (SELECT, CONFIRM, WAIT, GETKEY, SLEEP, BLEEP) accept
user input. Nine video utilities add pizzazz to displays and
allow full access to all video text pages on CGA, EGA and VGA
system (VPAT, VPCLS, VPFLIP, VPTNT, VPSET, VPBH, VPSTRIPE,
VPBOX, VPCOPY). Three security and diagnostic utilities
(REBOOT, HANG, WHATIS) are also included.
Product: WinBatch
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Version: 3.0A (02-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, tech support, 90-day
money back gaurantee.
Look for: WBT30A.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WBT30A.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINAPA forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 73260,2535 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows batch language interpreter which brings the power of
batch language programming to the Windows environment. Can do
pretty much everything the old DOS batch files can do, but it
goes far beyond the capabilities of the DOS batch language.
Can run Windows and DOS programs, send keystrokes to Window
applications, prompt users for input using an assortment of
dialog boxes, make branching decisions, and much more.
2.5.5 Configuration utilities
Product: AutoCon
Author: Larry Weaver, 916-623 5045
Version: 2.0g (03-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: At least one year of voice/BBS support.
Look for: AUTOCON.ZIP on BBSs (call 916-623 4455 to download it
at no charge); AUTOCN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72460,3072 for assistance);
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 91
AUTOCON.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact
userID L.WEAVER1 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full interactive (internal and/or external editor, pull down
menus, mouse support, and context sensitive help) or command
line AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS configuration management. Can
use current configuration files. Provisions for disk cacheing
software. MENU.CTL device driver allows configuration
selection during boot process. Handles all of the nitty-gritty
details for you. See Nov. 13, 1990 PC Magazine p. 50 for a
review of previous version.
Product: BOOT.SYS
Author: Hans Salvisberg
Version: 1.42 (07-03-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. MS-DOS or IBM PC-DOS,
including version 5.00; may not work with DOS clones.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: current disk, printed and bound manual;
email (CompuServe [73237,3556], Internet) and mail support;
registration transferable to future shareware versions.
Look for: BOOT142.EXE on BBSs; BOOT14.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73237,3556 for
assistance).
Download size: 83k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to display one or more menus at boot-up time
and to have different parts of CONFIG.SYS and/or AUTOEXEC.BAT
executed, depending on which menu option(s) are chosen. No more
editing/renaming your start-up files and rebooting. Up to 9
options per menu, up to 25 consecutive and/or nested menus.
Easy installation, detailed examples for every level of
sophistication. Full support for MS/PC-DOS 5.00.
Product: BootMaster
Author: RoSi Software, 011-49-30-744-7707
Version: 3.3 (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: No screen reminder on booting, unlimited
support, site license.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BOOTMA.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 100031,2222
for assistance).
Download size: 148k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This configuration manager lets you select different
environments. It's very easy to use and it does NOT manipulate
the boot partition table, a matter I think many users else
would be a bit nervous about. It's possible to activate a boot-
up module, allowing you to pick a choice at boot time. NEW:
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Language independency: Choose between ENGLISH-GERMAN- FRENCH-
SPANISH. You can now use your own editor and put the files in
any directory you want.
Product: DasBOOT!
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: 1.60 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 90 days support, disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DASBOT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FSFORUM forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 76662,1623
for assistance).
Download size: 54k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This menu program lets the user select between several sets of
CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files. A very handy utility
program to help you get the maximum amount of memory for using
flight simulators or other memory hungry programs and then
allows an easy way to restore your normal day-to-day
configuration. Compatible with Stacker and Delayed-Write disk
caches.
Product: EZSET
Author: McAdams Associates
A versatile printer setup utility. See full description on
page 62.
Product: HiMOVE
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Upper Memory Manager. See full description on page 52.
Product: Nifty James' RAM Disk
Author: Mike Blaszczak, 203-292-1356
RAM Disk Device Driver for EMS and XMS memory. See full
description on page 53.
Product: Painless Event Processor
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Event Scheduler to allow your PC to work 24hr. See full
description on page 86.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 93
Product: PC-INFO
Author: Cheat River Engineering, 201-627-5460
Version: 2.17 (05-27-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Most current version mailed; voice & CIS
support; free updates.
Look for: PC-217.ZIP on BBSs (call 207-766-2467 to download it at
no charge); PCINFO.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
4 (or contact userID 73710,2611 for assistance).
Download size: 32k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays operating system & hardware configurations; including
Intel & Weitek coprocessors.Especially useful when supporting
multiple systems. Reports copyright text found in ROM BIOS
code, handy in determining BIOS source and clone
manufacturers.All video adaptor types are recognized & handled
automatically.Supports DOS 4/5 disk partitions>32Mb, inc.
networked drives. Self-extracting archive. Eng. design serv./
mech.prototype constr./contract CAD/custom SW dev. our
specialty.
Product: SHERLOCK
Author: Gulf Sierra, 301-460-0354
A dual window ASCII file comparison utility. See full
description on page 47.
Product: Snooper, the system checker
Author: John Vias, 904-332-8234
Version: 1.50 (03-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
Compuserve/BBS/mail support.
Look for: SNOOP150.ZIP on BBSs (call 904-332-2848 to download it
at no charge); SNOOPR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72260,1601 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This fast, friendly, and flexible system information utility is
perfect for collecting hardware inventory, for customer support
of hardware & software products, and individual use. Shows
your computer type, CPU model & speed, NDP, bus, BIOS brand &
date, conventional/extended/expanded memory, HMA, largest UMB,
network, floppy & hard disks, video type, keyboard, mouse, VGA
memory & chipset, environment size, sound cards, CD-ROM, port
addresses, ANSI, NDOS, and much more.
Product: SysTraK(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
System(s) component inventory program. See full description on
page 52.
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2.5.6 Recovery utilities
Product: Btr Help!
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Btrieve File Utility. Repair, Edit, Browse. See full
description on page 374.
Product: HDTEST
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc., 215-527-4408
Thorough Read/Write hard/floppy disk test. See full
description on page 20.
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Author: Stiller Research, 904-575-7884
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 142.
Product: An Ounce Of Prevention
Author: Pete Maclean
Disaster prevention/data protection system. See full
description on page 141.
Product: Professional Master Key [***]
Author: Public Brand Software, 317-856-7535
Unerase, hex editor, unformat, disk map, etc. See full
description on page 24.
2.5.7 Screen capture
See also: Utilities, Printer utilities (page 57).
Product: Capbuf
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.41 (12-28-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CAPBUF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A memory resident (TSR) program that lets you capture any text
screen and save it for later processing or printing. It's quite
useful for programs that do not otherwise provide means of
printing their results: such as intermediate results of games,
or collecting copies of messages while on a bulletin board.
Also includes a filter to remove line drawing characters.
Product: The Laughing Dog Screen Maker
Author: Yardbird Software, 818-704-6402
Text-mode Screen Designer w/Code Generation. See full
description on page 350.
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Product: Textshot
Author: McAdams Associates
Version: 2.1 (01-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one year phone/CompuServe/
mail support, bonus utilities.
Look for: TSHOT21.ZIP on BBSs; TSHOT2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70353,1644 for
assistance).
Download size: 27k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This TSR pop-up program saves images of any 80-column text
screen to monochrome .PCX-format files. Ideal for developers!
Works with all common video standards. Features image
clipping, switchable fonts, image inversion and color patterns.
Easily removed from memory, and all disk operations are error-
protected.
2.5.8 Other
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Author: ThunderWare (tm), 716-723-1352
Captures Multiple Clipboard Text Items. See full description
on page 111.
Product: DOS Helper
Author: Polaris Software, 619-789-7723
Menu-aided on-line help while you us DOS. See full description
on page 8.
Product: Dupes
Author: Richard W. Adams
Finds duplicate/empty files & empty dirs. See full description
on page 34.
Product: Except
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 2.00 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: EXCED200.ZIP on BBSs; EXCED2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 18k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Temporarily protects files by making them inaccessible to most
DOS commands, programs, and batch files. Use it to protect
sensitive files, or to affect some, but not all, files in a
directory. For example, to see all files in the current
directory except those ending in DOC, you'd enter EXCEPT *.DOC
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DIR. To hide a certain file from a word processor, you could
enter EXCEPT SECRET.DOC WP.
Product: ExtraDOS Toolbox
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Version: 3.80 (04-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Support, registration code.
Look for: XDOS380.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 415-826-1707
to download it at no charge).
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 50 Utilities, 33 of which were featured in Paul
Somerson's DOS Power Tools book. Included are the Popular
TurboBAT Batch File Compiler, SpeedRAM system speed up utility,
Cleanup & Tidy for drive space recovery, BrkBox Serial &
Parallel Port debugger, KillDir high speed directory remover,
NameDir Directory namer, FindFile which searches inside of
archives and many more.
Product: Globally
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.22 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: GLOBD122.ZIP on BBSs; GLOBL1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 18k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Executes a command or program in multiple directories. It can
execute in all directories on a disk, or in just the current &
subordinate directories. For example, to delete all files on
your disk with an extension of BAK, you would enter GLOBALLY
DEL *.BAK.
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Product: Globally/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.11 (07-06-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: GLOBO111.ZIP on BBSs; GLOB01.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 18k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Executes a command or program in multiple directories. It can
execute in all directories on a disk, or in just the current &
subordinate directories. For example, to delete all files on a
hard disk with an extension of BAK, you would enter GLOBALLY
DEL *.BAK.
Product: Renamer
Author: Richard W. Adams
Renames directories. See full description on page 25.
Product: Renamer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Renames directories. See full description on page 26.
Product: SAFEPACK
Author: D J Harvey Software
Disk defragmenter with data safety features. See full
description on page 10.
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed, 403-278 2234
A simple yet uniquely powerful DOS shell. See full description
on page 27.
2.6 Desktop utilities
Product: Browse/2
Author: Wolf Software Design, 619-292-7706
OS/2 file viewer for ASCII and hex data. See full description
on page 49.
Product: Instant Access Menu System
Author: Prodigy Technologies, 619-673-0722
Easy, colorful interface for running programs. See full
description on page 125.
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Product: PhoneBook
Author: Robert M. Bernard
Version: 1.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PB100.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70263,326 for
assistance).
Download size: 43k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
PhoneBook is a user friendly menu driven program used to store,
sort, browse, print, or merge lists of names, addresses and
phone numbers. Sort based on any of several fields. Make
different lists for family, business, holidays, etc. Each file
generated can be easily edited or merged with other files, and
saved under a different name. Print your lists in different
formats, including mailing labels. Simple to generate several
pages of return address labels. Dot matrix and laser printer
support.
2.6.1 Multi-function
Product: dLITE
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Memory-res dBASE-Compat Desktop File Manager. See full
description on page 189.
Product: Programmer's Productivity Pack
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Productivity Tools for Programmers. See full description on
page 351.
Product: WinPost
Author: Eastern Mountain Software, 614-798-0910
Version: 3.1a (09-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, technical support, latest
version on disk.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WPST31.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71570,533 for
assistance).
Download size: 73k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Get rid of your Post-it(tm) notes! This Windows utility allows
the user to create and manage reminder notes. Icon Tool Bar,
mouse shortcuts and accelerator keys make this a very intuitive
and easy-to-use utility. Major features include print
facility, search facility, alarm notes, numerous configuration
parameters, auto save, and more. Selected as one of "Powerhouse
Utilities for Under $50" by PC World magazine (7/91). A must
for Windows users!
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Product: Zephyr
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
FoxPro-Compatible DBMS for Non-Programmers. See full
description on page 188.
2.6.2 Calculators
Product: 2Convert [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Version: 1.10 (08-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $26.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CONVRT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NETWIRE forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 100024,2337
for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
All the convertion factors you'll ever need, ready for when you
need them. Allows convertion between over 500 standard units,
Currency exchange, Temperature conversions, Number base
convertions and Dimensionless analysis.
Incorporating a Novell style interface, context sensitive help,
an integral pop up calculator, and full function expression
evaluators, defaults can be set to taylor the software for
maximum efficiency. Thousands of "Compound" rates can also be
generated.
Product: AFFORD IT???
Author: Garrett Krueger Software Development, 612-776-9942
Monetary calculator (annuities,savings,loans). See full
description on page 315.
Product: CALC_JNC
Author: James N. Cox
Version: 9.00 (04-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disk, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, 30-day money back. 80x87 Support.
Bonus utilities.
Look for: CALJNC.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-721-0363 to download it at
no charge); CALJNC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76665,3443 for assistance).
Download size: 56k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Programmers mode: Does automatic conversions between
DEC,HEX,OCT and BINARY. Other functions are
MOD,AND,NAND,OR,NOR,XOR,NOT,NEGATION, and 10 RESULT MEMORIES
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Floating point mode: Always displays last formula entered.
Functions include SQR
ROOT,ROOT,CUBE,SIN,COS,TAN,HYPERBOLICS,LOG'S,PI,
FRACTION,FACTOR,INT,ABS,SEXAGESIMAL,10 RESULT/PREVIOUS
MEMORIES, and FIXED POINT and more.
Features in both modes: TSR Option, Colors, 80-132 Columns,
send result to keyboard buffer, movable on screen
Product: DOS-CALC
Author: DOS-CALC
Version: 3.0 (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $12.00
Registration benefits: Lifetime upgrade policy, CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: DCALC3.ZIP on BBSs (call 814-864-1230 to download it at
no charge); DCALC3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70313,3540 for assistance).
Download size: 307k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
If you use an algebraic hand held calculator, you'll prefer to
use DOS-CALC. Tape display with auto-save. Math, trig, log and
many unique functions. Linear line fit, annuity payment and
balance functions. Built-in conversions: over 400 entered, add
up to 600 more! Built-in tables: create up to 100 tables each
having up to 1200 entries. Many tables included. Ideal for
portable computing, business or home. Excellent screen layout,
built-in help, screen saver, mouse support, DOS Shell plus much
more.
Product: EVAL
Author: McAdams Associates
Version: 1.0 (01-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one year phone/CompuServe/
mail support, bonus utility.
Look for: EVAL1.ZIP on BBSs; EVAL1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70353,1644 for
assistance).
Download size: 34k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A pop-up TSR four-function floating point calculator/expression
evaluator that also converts between number bases. Allows
results to be output to the running application. Great for
doing quick calculations when writing or for programmers! EVAL
uses 32K memory.
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Product: MORSOFT CALCULATOR
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Version: 2.0 (07-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MORCAL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71530,2363 for
assistance); MORCALC.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID MORSOFT for assistance).
Download size: 74k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculate in style. A business calculator/adding machine with
the functions of add, subtract, multiply, percent, divide and
trigonometric functions. Also a memory constant feature and sub
and overall totals. All operations may be performed in decimal
or HEX. The main advantage however is the 1,000 entry "paper
tape" that is displayed on the screen and may be scrolled
forward or back, changed, and printed.
2.6.3 Calendars
Product: ActCalendar
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 2.5 (01-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: ACTCLDR.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 98k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can be used in conjunction with ActMenu, or as a stand-alone
program, to display over 1,000 of your scheduled events over a
four year span. Initially it displays six months with the
current month at top center. All Holidays and your scheduled
event days are highlighted. Dates may be selected with cursor
keys or mouse to display and/or edit the events. A week panel,
which displays up to 5 events, and a day panel for 10 events
are available.
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Product: Ample Notice
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software, 704-264-6906
Version: 2.04 (05-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Current disk and manual, future update,
technical support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; AN204.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73577,230 for
assistance); AN204.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID M.HARRIS14 for assistance).
Download size: 141k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An appointments calendar/alarm clock package that can help
organize your life. Appointments and notes are entered 'free-
form'. You can easily record:
* birthdays (with ages updated each year)
* a meeting every other Tuesday at 4:00 for 5 meetings
* Father's Day (third Sunday in June)
* many other date patterns.
Appointments automatically set a 'pop-up alarm clock'.
Printouts can be obtained in many print styles for reference
away from your computer.
Product: APCAL
Author: Gamma Software, 303-667-9960
Appointment Calendar / Time Management. See full description
on page 117.
Product: Calendar Keeper
Author: Dataphile Software, 616-327-7811
Version: 3.0a (02-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $33.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CAL30.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74706,506 for
assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A calendar database program which maintains up to 10 separate
calendar database files. It supports 5 event types: Permanent;
Current-Year-Only; Consecutive days (or business days); Every
'n' days (or business days); and Monthly on Day-of-Week.
Calendar Keeper has 3 report formats: Monthly- Wall-Calendar;
Week-at-a-Glance; Year-at-a-Glance. Utility included to create
print driver for any printer (7 common print drivers included).
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 103
Product: Calendar Mate
Author: Hawk Software, 306-543-8899
Version: 4.1 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited support; current release
automatically shipped.
Look for: CALMATE4.ZIP on BBSs (call 306-777-4493 to download it
at no charge); CALMT4.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 75130,1650 for assistance).
Download size: 165k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured calendar program that is extremely user
friendly and flexible. Its major distinctives are its ability
to print daily, monthly and yearly calendars and its
flexibility in defining repeating events. Many different
intervals may be specified such as 'annually' or 'last workday
of the month'. Different events files may be easily maintained
and calendars may be printed in English, Spanish, French or
German. A fine, inexpensive calendar program.
Product: Calendar Wise
Author: BLUE CANNON SOFTWARE, 704-398-0850
Version: 1.0 (01-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard drive, VGA or EGA
monitor, 512K.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/fax/
CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CWISE1.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70372,421 for
assistance); CWISE10.ZIP on GEnie in IBM PC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calendar Wise is a multi-subject planner/tracker that simulates
a desktop blotter or popular write-on/wipe-off wall calendar.
It looks just like a large desktop calendar on your screen. 100
calendars allow you to keep different planning and tracking
separate. Multiple calendars can be referenced at once to view
or print together. Calendar format can be changed to view 1-25
weeks(VGA). Unlimited users on a LAN. Schedule information!
Track Information! See information! Give this one a look!
Product: DARN! Don't Forget! [***]
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Non TSR Annual Events Reminder. See full description on
page 113.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 104
Product: DayMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 3.70a (11-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk or high denisty
disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support. A
personal event added to the permanent data file. Shareware
disks of other programs.
Look for: DAYM370A.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); DAYMST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides User with trivia,birthdays, anniversaries for a
particular date, AND allows User to include their own
information for any date. It also gives a quote for the day,
and informs User of any Reminders the User might have entered.
Reminder feature works for Weekly/Monthly/Daily/ Annual/Single
or Range of dates basis. All of this can take place at boot up
or any other time User activate the program. The permanent data
file contains over 2500 historical events and 500 quotes.
Product: Early Bird
Author: Allan Computer Products, 913-384-5725
Version: 1.0f (08-17-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Bound manual, Current version diskette,
Phone/FAX/newsletter support.
Look for: EB10*.ZIP on BBSs (call 303-933-0701 to download it at
no charge); EB10F.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IMBSYS forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 71341,2253 for assistance); EB10F.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID G.FAY1 for
assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The best user-friendly, full-featured reminder program
rd
available. It features simple or complex reminders (e.g., 3
th
from last Thurs of every 9 month), desktop calendar & scan
(AUTOEXEC) modes, color pull-down & pop-up menus, context
sensitive on-line help, alarm, DOS shell, mouse support, file
commands, & selectable group printing. Also has user definable
classes, notice, print/display options and many special
effects.
Product: Easy Access
Author: TengWare Enterprises, 714-587-1025
Professional Menu System w Calendar. See full description on
page 123.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 105
Product: InContext
Author: Rams' Island Software, 303-841-2848
DOS shell+, based on principles of human work. See full
description on page 140.
Product: Mayan Calendar [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Converts Mayan/modern calendar dates. See full description on
page 446.
Product: Names & Dates
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Address Book, Calendar, Mailing Label combo. See full
description on page 114.
Product: On This Day
Author: The Software Construction Co.
"What Happened On This Day in History?" See full description
on page 407.
Product: ORGANIZE
Author: David H. Pritchett
Version: 2.12 (05-16-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics, Epson, or HP
Laserjet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual.
Look for: ORG212.ZIP on BBSs (call 912-471-7629 to download it at
no charge); ORG212.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70242,760 for assistance).
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An efficient, easy to use personal appointment calendar
designed for those who must keep up with appointments and other
future events. Memos, appointments, and events are entered
through a full screen editor and may be previewed in a WYSIWYG
view prior to printing. Features on-line context sensitive
help, pop-up windows, and a tickler to remind you of important
events. A calendar is printed in full page format with events
listed in each day's block.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software, 703-435-1110
TSR PIM Appointment Reminder, Clock, Calendar. See full
description on page 114.
Product: Task Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Project tracking and management program. See full description
on page 265.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 106
Product: Tikler
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3042
Quick, easy, appointment/event reminder. See full description
on page 116.
Product: What's Up(tm)
Author: Nassib Nassar
Version: 1.31 (06-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Disk with latest version, one year
support by mail, future updates at nominal charge. Overseas
postage: add $4.00. Registration only: $15.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WATSUP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74620,111 for
assistance); WHATSUP.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID R.NASSAR1 for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy-to-use reminder and calendar program that features
flexible date specification (recurring dates and days-of-the-
week, and wild-card dates), advance display of messages,
selection of US or European date formats, calendar in 5
languages, and multiple message files. Program allows display
of messages for any date input by user, search of message file
for a string, and display of "missed" messages (if program was
not run on the day message was due).
2.6.4 Clocks
Product: CLOCK
Author: Gamma Software, 303-667-9960
Version: 2.00 (01-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: CLOCK200.ZIP on BBSs; CLOCK2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNET forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
assistance); CLOCK200.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This memory resident (TSR) program continuously displays the
day of the week, date and time on the screen. The clock can be
turned on and off with a user specified hot-key. The color and
position of the clock can also be configured. The program takes
up approximately 2k of memory when loaded.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 107
Product: PCCLOCK
Author: Michael J. Sadaway
Version: 2.15 (08-17-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 1200bps or faster modem.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disk, CompuServe/
GEnie/mail support.
Look for: PCCLK*.ZIP on BBSs; PCK*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75046,2272 for
assistance); PCCLK*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID M.SADAWAY1 for assistance).
Download size: 81k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Quickly and accurately sets your PC's clock/calendar through
your modem by calling the NIST (formerly NBS) atomic clock in
Boulder, Colorado, and displays the date and time in big, bold
digits in your choice of built-in designs or ones you create
yourself. Easy to use and fun to watch, Boardwatch Magazine
called it "charming from front to back." Also features a 6-
digit display, 12- and 24-hour modes, manual setting, chime,
and alarm.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software, 703-435-1110
TSR PIM Appointment Reminder, Clock, Calendar. See full
description on page 114.
2.6.5 Phone dialers
See also: Communications, Call logging & analysis software
(page 225).
Product: DialThat
Author: Real Software, 408-476-3550
Version: 1.03 (02-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Modem on either serial port
COM1 or COM2.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest disk, support.
Look for: DIALT1.ZIP on BBSs (call 408-476-3550 to download it at
no charge); DIALT1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76646,323 for assistance);
DIALT103.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 6 (or contact
userID R.SCHLAFLY for assistance).
Download size: 5k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A resident program to select a phone number on the screen, and
to dial it on the modem. Uses about 2k RAM. Requires the
screen to be in text mode.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 108
Product: Easydial
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 3.6 (07-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Modem.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, BBS access and future
updates. Money Back Gurantee.
Look for: ED36.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it at
no charge); ED36.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance); ED36.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID PATRISOFT
for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A very easy phone dialer. Just type its name. You can enter
any number of names and phone numbers to its database. To call
a Jackie Smith, just type ED JACKIE if JACKIE SMITH is the only
JACKIE in the file. Supports special phone systems where you
must dial a special number first, a phone log, credit card
calling and more.
Product: fastmenu GOLD
Author: jwh: SoftWare, 419-588-3608
Graphics User Interface (GUI), Menu System. See full
description on page 137.
Product: HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu [***]
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
DOS Menu & Security System, Network Support. See full
description on page 124.
Product: Little Black Book
Author: GTX Software, 213-257-2704
Version: 4.00 (05-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. EGA monitor, hard disk, modem.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Free upgrades for one year.
Look for: LBB400.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4352 to download it at
no charge); LBB400.ZIP on CompuServe in ZNT:TIPS forum LIBrary
8 (or contact userID 71210,3632 for assistance).
Download size: 102k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured address book manager. You can maintain personal
and business records, limited only by available disk space. LBB
will function as a command line telephone dialer or can be made
resident for easy use. LBB will print a pocket sized directory
that can easily be carried with you. Context sensitive help
available at the touch of a key. LBB supports international
dialing codes. Mouse supported. Maintains index on company and
name. Printer support dot matrix and laser.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 109
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software, 303-838-5796
Name/Address/Notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Names & Dates
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Address Book, Calendar, Mailing Label combo. See full
description on page 114.
Product: Painless Menu Manager
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Menuing system for Hard Disks. See full description on
page 128.
Product: PC-Names
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Combination Mail List manager, address book. See full
description on page 197.
Product: PCFDial [***]
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Version: 1.05 (05-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk; Hayes modem.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick-reference card,
master disks, 30-day return policy (no questions asked), one
year of voice/fax/newsletter support.
Look for: PCFD-105.ZIP on BBSs; PCFDIL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74017,1344 for
assistance); PCFD-103.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Winner of Public Brand's 1991 awards for useful software!
This 7k swapping TSR dials voice phone numbers displayed by
other programs (such as database software). Can dial "vanity"
numbers like 800-IBM-DISK or numbers split apart on separate
lines. Keeps a log of calls and displays the local time for
each area code. Pops up at regular intervals to let you know
how long you've talked (useful for salesmen who must "close the
deal" in a set amount of time). Context sensitive help.
Product: Personal Databases [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
A simple but effective PIM with 6 main utils. See full
description on page 115.
Product: Public Address
Author: Paradise Programming, 206-352-9863
High-performance compact Address database. See full
description on page 199.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 110
Product: STAFF-DIAL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 2.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, Hayes modem, hard
disk. Extended/expanded memory recommended.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version of
program, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFDIA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Allows dialing any telephone number stored in a DBF file. The
program is developed for the German telephone system, however
it can be used anywhere if a Hayes compatible modem is
installed. Features: unlimited size of telephone directory
(limited by hard disk storage), fast find of indexed
information (any field can be indexed), file name and column
for dialing can be set up as default, time & cost control,
every call can be registered to a log file, can operate as TSR,
call scheduling...
Product: TakeNote
Author: ButtonWare, 206-454-0479
Easy Windows personal filer, predefined cards. See full
description on page 192.
Product: WAMPUM
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Menu-Driven dBASE-Compat. DBMS in a 20K TSR. See full
description on page 187.
2.6.5.1 Rolodex programs
Product: ActMenu
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Custom menus w/reminders, phone dir & dialer. See full
description on page 121.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.02 (01-06-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk, 640k RAM. Hayes
modem recommended.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year
mail support, 900# phone support.
Look for: DBD-?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); DBD-?.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70040,645 for assistance); DBD-?.ZIP on GEnie in
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 111
IBM forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 490k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This 7k TSR database dials the phone, logs your calls, reminds
you when to make a call, pastes an address into your word
processor plus much more! Has hooks into the GRAB Plus(r)
program for printing envelopes and has a built in mail merge
system.
2.6.6 Alarms
Product: Ample Notice
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software, 704-264-6906
Very flexible appointment scheduler/alarm. See full
description on page 101.
Product: APCAL
Author: Gamma Software, 303-667-9960
Appointment Calendar / Time Management. See full description
on page 117.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software, 703-435-1110
TSR PIM Appointment Reminder, Clock, Calendar. See full
description on page 114.
2.6.7 Notepads
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Author: ThunderWare (tm), 716-723-1352
Version: 1.14 (03-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 90-day support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CLIPMT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70743,2546 for
assistance).
Download size: 93k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Captures all text items that appear on the Windows Clipboard
and keeps them for later retrieval. There are many functions
to help you retrieve and manipulate clipboard data, such as
Concatenate, Re-Flow Paragraph, Word Find, and Magnify. You can
edit the clipboard data, and you have configurable options for
short-term and long-term storage. Very useful for migrating
data from DOS applications. Easy-to-use toolbar, and Windows
Help.
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Product: Mega Edit
Author: Computer Witchcraft, Inc., 415-752-2477
Powerful ASCII Text Editor for Windows. See full description
on page 154.
Product: Painless Menu Manager
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Menuing system for Hard Disks. See full description on
page 128.
Product: TakeNote
Author: ButtonWare, 206-454-0479
Easy Windows personal filer, predefined cards. See full
description on page 192.
Product: Technical Editor
Author: Superior Soft
DOS/OS2 Programmers/Text editor (VIRTUAL). See full
description on page 157.
2.6.8 Personal information managers (PIMs)
Product: Around The House
Author: BlueCollar Software, 513-653-8388
Version: 1.1 (05-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, newsletter support.
Look for: ATH11.ZIP on BBSs; ATH11.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72630,1714 for
assistance).
Download size: 292k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tracks names, addresses, phone numbers. Keeps home inventory of
all items in the house. Stores notes (can be used for favorite
recipes, diary, or anything you want). Small text editor is
capable of creating and printing mail-merged letters. An
income and expense module tells the user the amount of money
coming and going every month. Prints phone directory, address
list, mailing labels, birthday list, and much more. Many other
options.
Product: CALendar preview for SideKick 2
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
CALSK2-Sidekick 2.0 Calendar Preview Utility. See full
description on page 145.
Product: CALendar RePorT for SideKick+
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Formatted Calendar Reporting Program for SK+. See full
description on page 146.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 113
Product: CALendar report for TRaVel
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Traveling Sidekick Reports from Sidekick Plus. See full
description on page 146.
Product: Calendar Wise
Author: BLUE CANNON SOFTWARE, 704-398-0850
Multi-Subject Planner, Desktop Calendar. See full description
on page 103.
Product: DARN! Don't Forget! [***]
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Version: 3.00 (07-12-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: DARN3.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it at
no charge); DARN3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 71460,2644 for assistance); DARN3.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID D.VEANER1 for
assistance).
Download size: 96k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This small program has one purpose: to remind you of events
that occur on the same day each year. Great for remembering
birthdays, anniversaries, tax payments, mortgage payments, car
inspections, and more. Simple to use - you can set it to only
appear once a day, or each time you boot your computer. You
choose how many days ahead you want to be warned of events. Up
to 300 events per file, search, easy to maintain lists, prints
and exports events lists.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
7k TSR Database/Dialer. See full description on page 110.
Product: FlexBase
Author: National MicroSystems, 416-599-1228
Create database, reports, letters, labels. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Home Helper
Author: Torbert Data Systems, INC., 804-488-5506
Version: 1.3 (11-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Support BBS, updated copy of software,
copy of another program sent.
Look for: 804-488-4146 on BBSs (call 804-488-5506 to download it
at no charge); HH13.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73747,2336 for assistance);
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 114
HH13.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
B.TORBERT for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Maintain an electronic phone book, organize recipes, audio and
video tape libraries, home appliance inventory and much more.
Program includes a nice appointment schedular. There is even a
place to store information on credit cards should they become
lost or stolen. This one is becoming very popular.
Product: HouseHold TRACKER
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Inventory items around the house. See full description on
page 183.
Product: InContext
Author: Rams' Island Software, 303-841-2848
DOS shell+, based on principles of human work. See full
description on page 140.
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software, 303-838-5796
Name/Address/Notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Names & Dates
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Version: 4.2 (04-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, free upgrade, phone/mail
support, vinyl address book cover.
Look for: ND42*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 510-937-0156
to download it at no charge).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints pocket-size (and larger) address books, prints wall-type
calendars with user dates (2 sizes), date reminder alarms
(birthdays, etc.), phone autodialing (long distance prefix,
local area code, letter translation, call duration), mailing
labels (10 formats, incl. laser, 1-4 across), Rolodex cards (2
sizes), sort by name or Zip, 9 diff. reports, print envelope
addresses (laser too, optional return), 5-line 33 character
address area, unlimited names, large NOTES area, context
sensitive help.
Product: ORGANIZE
Author: David H. Pritchett
Personal Appointment Calendar. See full description on
page 105.
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Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software, 703-435-1110
Version: 14.41 (03-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. DOS 3.0 or better if used as a
TSR.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/BBS/
mail support, various product discounts.
Look for: PC1441.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-323-6423 to download it at
no charge); PC1441.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71141,1224 for assistance).
Download size: 191k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Friendly Personal Information Manager (PIM) displays a 3-month
scrollable calendar, a running analog/digital clock, a time-
oriented event list of your appointments, and your notes.
Printable for pocket/purse. Keeps a historical diary. Warnings
and alarms tell when events are pending or overdue. Flexible
menu interface as a TSR or normal program. TSR can interrupt
you at the earliest event. Extremely stable, environment
sensitive TSR is a 6K byte kernel, with the balance swapped to
EMS or disk.
Product: Personal Databases [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
Version: 1.0 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Modem optional.
Registration fee: $21.60
Registration benefits:
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple but effective Personal Information Manager (PIM)
consisting of an integrated suite of six databases including
Address Book (with autodialling), Finance and Insurance,
Appointments Diary, Birthdays etc.
Product: PopDBF
Author: Bowen Software, 309-699-0950
4K TSR for "Instant Access to X-Base Files" See full
description on page 204.
Product: Resident Task Manager
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Version: 2.11 (01-05-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 150k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: RTM211.EXE on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it at
no charge); RTM211.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 75166,3200 for assistance);
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 116
RTM211.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
J.WETZEL7 for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Manages lists of Tasks, Reminders, Ticklers, or ToDo's. Loads
as 6K TSR or Normal Task. Available anytime! Features: Task's,
Priorities, 5 line Descriptions, User Field, Pull-Down Menus,
Audit Files. 3 Level Sort, Task Transfer, Print to Disk, Audit
Browse. Optionally Integrates with Sidekick + and 2.0 (via
CALRPT/SK2) for Task-Calendar Mgmt; Find Task, DOS Shell, File
Linking, Single Swap File, More
Product: See Mail
Author: Gnosis Inc
E-mail facility, combines MCI with LAN e-mail. See full
description on page 223.
Product: Sell More Software
Author: Droege Computing Services, Inc., 919-383-9749
Sales and Marketing for Software Developers. See full
description on page 286.
Product: STAFF-BASE
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Flat File DBMS with relations to other DBF's. See full
description on page 185.
Product: STAFF-DIAL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Dialing with phone numbers stored in DBF file. See full
description on page 109.
Product: STAFF-KICK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
TSR DBMS compatible with dBASE III Plus. See full description
on page 186.
Product: Surefire Contacts
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
A Surefire Contact Management Application. See full
description on page 271.
Product: Task Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Project tracking and management program. See full description
on page 265.
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Product: Tikler
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3042
Version: 3.95 (03-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Newest version sent. Unlimited phone,
CIS, mail and BBS support.
Look for: TIK395.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it at
no charge); TIK395.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 38k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A quick and easy appointment/event reminder program. Nothing
fancy, just the essentials. Handles up to 600 events and
supports passwords and encription of your event files. Can be
run from your AUTOEXEC.BAT file so it will pop onto your screen
when you turn on your computer. TIKLER has been called the
easiest to use program of its type by many of its loyal users.
Once you've used this program, you'll find it indispensable.
2.6.9 Time management
Product: APCAL
Author: Gamma Software, 303-667-9960
Version: 3.10 (01-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: APCAL310.ZIP on BBSs; APCAL3.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNET forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
assistance); APCAL.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
Download size: 141k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This appointment calendar is extremely easy to use because the
screens are set up in formats you are already fimiliar with.
For example it contains monthly calendars with day blocks in
which you can type notes like a wall calendar. Appt screens are
set up like most appointment books, simply type appt next to
time. Configure appt times to match your schedule. Appt
features include: move,copy,del,search and more. Quickly scan
for an open time slot. Popup reminders, year display,
printouts, and more.
Product: Early Bird
Author: Allan Computer Products, 913-384-5725
Great Full-Featured Reminder/Calendar Program. See full
description on page 104.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 118
Product: InContext
Author: Rams' Island Software, 303-841-2848
DOS shell+, based on principles of human work. See full
description on page 140.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software, 703-435-1110
TSR PIM Appointment Reminder, Clock, Calendar. See full
description on page 114.
Product: Personal Time Card
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Version: 1.0 (02-03-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Strongly
recommended: IBM 80386 computer running Windows in Enhanced
mode.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/fax support.
Look for: PTC.ZIP on BBSs; PTC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keep your project time organized either daily or weekly. PTC
will keep your time cards in order of date and allow entries
for job number (project), description and time (regular and
overtime). PTC will print the cards for hard copies and back-up
your files to diskette. Multiple users need only create a
directory for each user to store files.
Product: Resident Task Manager
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Task/ToDo List Manager; Reminders & Ticklers. See full
description on page 115.
Product: Task Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Project tracking and management program. See full description
on page 265.
Product: Tikler
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3042
Quick, easy, appointment/event reminder. See full description
on page 116.
Product: TimeTrac
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
Time & Expense tracking; TSR, Export, LANs. See full
description on page 267.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 119
Product: TrikTrak
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-658-4632
Version: 2.0a (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $69.00
Registration benefits: Newsletter, BBS, update notices, and
more!
Look for: TTRAK20A.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-658-3465 to download it
at no charge); TTRAK2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73770,1633 for assistance);
TTRAK20A.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID E.ROBICHAUD1 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Replaces white dry erase boards and other large scheduling
sheets. Allows users to create their own custom applications,
much in the same fashion as a spreadsheet program allows users
to create their own spreadsheets. With the AutoTrak feature,
users can have the computer pop up the next event for any
resource as the day progresses. Comes with several sample
applications including one for restaurant table reservations, a
message taker for a departmental secretary, and more!
Product: WAKEUP [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Version: 1.01 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, one free upgrade.
Look for: WAKEUP*.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-7001 to download it
at no charge); WAKEUP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Will put your PC "to sleep" and then automatically "wake up"
and execute a special batch file that you create at a specified
time. Allows you to cancel or change the "wakeup time" on the
fly. Allows unattended operation of simple tasks such as
printing a report, calling a BBS, etc.
2.6.10 Journal/diary programs
Product: Ample Notice
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software, 704-264-6906
Very flexible appointment scheduler/alarm. See full
description on page 101.
Product: Cumberland Diary
Author: Cumberland Software, 615-647-4012
Diary/ Journal Entry Program. See full description on
page 449.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 120
Product: FISHBYTE(tm)
Author: EJM Computer Consulting Ltd., 516-483-7561
Fishing and Loran Log for Saltwater Anglers. See full
description on page 471.
Product: OMNIDay
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 3.00 (06-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics Or LaserJet
printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: ODAY300.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ODAY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 242k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A benchmark system for electronic diary programs! Allows up to
10 users, each with their own passcode. Optional encryption of
the opus (up to 10,000 possibilities). The user names the opus
and enters their own name as author. Automatic entry of text
date line, entry can be up to 5000 lines long. User can update
and delete entries. Will print out opus for selected dates or
all. Full featured text editor with on line help. Import
feature for those who travel. DOC file includes diary keeping
tips.
Product: Resident Task Manager
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Task/ToDo List Manager; Reminders & Ticklers. See full
description on page 115.
Product: Systems Manager
Author: MiCord, 517-631-4367
Reports time by client, purpose & application. See full
description on page 272.
Product: Task Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Project tracking and management program. See full description
on page 265.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 121
2.7 Menu systems & file managers
2.7.1 Menu systems
Product: ActMenu
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 5.9 (05-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: ACTMENU.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 152k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Puts the full power of DOS into single key or click menus.
Starter menus are provided and Help is available throughout.
Each, of up 43 menus, allow up to 51 keys and any menu can
access any other menu. Each key executes up to three BAT
statements. Menus can be customized with the internal or any
ASCII editor. Works with ActCalendar to display daily
reminders. There's also a phone directory (w/auto first letter
search), a modem dialer, and built in screen blanker.
Product: Advanced Menu System [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Version: 1.40 (08-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $80.00
Registration benefits: Printed manuals, master disks, phone
support, bonus utilities, mice & classical compact disks.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; AMSMNU.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NETWIRE forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 100024,2337
for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Plug-and-play Novell Menu Script File compatible System
designed for ease of use, with powerful features:
* Application scan
* In-built menu option editor with debug functions
* 0Kb memory o/h
* Online Dos help
* Auto disk space checking
* Multiple menus loaded concurrently
* Multiple .PRM file support
* Mouse support
* Novell frontends to send, Ndir & Capture
* User Audit trail
* Restrict user access to DOS etc.
* Temporary files stored in single dir.
* More!
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 122
Product: BatchMaker Plus
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
A DOS Menu/Utility/Editor/Information + more. See full
description on page 7.
Product: BATUTIL
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Batch Enhancement Language. See full description on page 83.
Product: BCS Menu Program
Author: Bristol Computing Systems, Inc.
Version: 2.0 (12-10-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $34.95
Registration benefits: Diskette and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BCSMNU.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71341,1463 for
assistance); BCSMNU20.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID N.TIEDEMANN for assistance).
Download size: 195k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete menu program with mouse support, palette control on
EGA/VGA. Supports MDA, CGA, EGA, VGA and 8514a displays. Pop-up
Windows. Command Helper (disk browser) automates building menu
entries. Screen blanker with user entered message. Flexible
menu screen formatting. Up to 100 entries per menu. Unlimited
menus. All commands are executed directly from memory - does
not use batch files. Uses only 2.5k RAM during command
execution. Not a TSR. Many other features.
Product: Bmenu
Author: Mark Strong
Version: 5.41 (09-17-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: One time registration valid for all
future versions, notification of major updates, Support via
CompuServe Mail or U.S. Mail.
Look for: BMENU54.ZIP on BBSs (call 513-779-3489 to download it
at no charge); BMEN54.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:SYSUTIL forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70043,114 for assistance).
Download size: 29k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides pop-up menus within a batch file of any size or
position on the screen, as specified on the command line.
Color, title and choices can be listed on a single line to
produce a complete menu on the screen. Several menus can also
be read from an @file with an indexed marker. Returns
errorlevel (like ASK) for use in batch file branching. Very
flexible for networks as a user interface or on install disks
for user input.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 123
Product: BOOT.SYS
Author: Hans Salvisberg
Use boot-up menus to select system config. See full
description on page 91.
Product: DaMenu
Author: Just-In-Time Computing Services, 607-257-6517
DaMenu - Dos Application MENuing Utility. See full description
on page 16.
Product: DAYO MENU
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Manual (printed & disk), Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYOME.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOME.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOME.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple DOS level menu system for use with the DAYO line of
Business Applications. Many features are available as menu
options, ie: 18 screen fonts, 25, 43, or 50 lines per page,
system statistics, view user manuals, and more.
Product: Directory Freedom
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Compact file manager and application launcher. See full
description on page 7.
Product: Easy Access
Author: TengWare Enterprises, 714-587-1025
Version: 6.2a (05-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Latest version of program, TengWare logo
will no longer display upon startup, you will be informed of
future enhancements.
Look for: EZ62.ZIP on BBSs; EASY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS
forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71541,1317 for assistance);
EASY62.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID
J.TENGWALL1 for assistance).
Download size: 188k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This professional menu system is perfect for either home or
office. It is simple to maintain yet has the features required
by the most demanding user. Features:
* Simple set up & maintenance
* User defined colors & headings
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 124
* Calendar & Reminder subsystem
* User log on & usage logging (optional)
* 2 levels of password protection
* Point & Shoot & mouse support
* 26 options per menu with unlimited submenus
* On line help
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp., 407-738-1712
The real Batch Language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 85.
Product: fastmenu GOLD
Author: jwh: SoftWare, 419-588-3608
Graphics User Interface (GUI), Menu System. See full
description on page 137.
Product: Folders
Author: Sloop Software, 719-260-0433
Version: 3.4a (07-29-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA or Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks. Unlimited
mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FOLDER.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72540,144 for
assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives the ability equivalent to being able to create subgroups
in Program Manager groups. Features include no limit on
nesting folders within folders. Move or copy items using a
drag/drop interface. Multi-select capability when adding,
deleting, moving or copying items. Display items as icons or
only names. Simple, easy to use icon selector using an icon
browser dialog box. Password protection. Run command with
browse button which stores last twelve commands entered.
Product: Getkey/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Reports user keystroke as an ERRORLEVEL. See full description
on page 85.
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Product: HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu [***]
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 4.50 (08-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 300k RAM to hold program and
tables, but uses 0K (no bytes) when running a program, command,
or batch file.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
phone/CompuServe/mail support, bonus programs.
Look for: HDM450.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); HDM450.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
HDM450.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 222k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DOS shell that hides the underlying operating system from the
uninitiated user, yet does not get in the way of the expert
user. Features: network & mouse support, multi-level security
system, usage logging and reporting, phone dialer, variable
screen blanker, automatic logon & logoff, timed execution,
multi-user log on/off with passwords, extensive on-line help,
file and directory pick lists, user defined logo screen, DOS
window, pass keystrokes to user programs, 260,000 menu entries,
NOT a TSR.
Product: Instant Access Menu System
Author: Prodigy Technologies, 619-673-0722
Version: 2.8 (07-05-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support.
Look for: IAMS28.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-223-7299 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to ease the pain of complicated and intricate DOS
commands. Customizable colors provide an attractive and easy
to use doorway to DOS applications. Its many features allow
you to quickly customize it to your individual needs - yet it
won't overburden you with its own setup. Features include
mouse support, password protection, timed execution, data
backup system, keyboard lock, screen saver, usage log and built
in note pad and text editor.
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Product: Launcher
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.21 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: LAUND121.ZIP on BBSs; LAUND1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 23k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Passes user entered strings as arguments to a program, which is
loaded & run. Use this utility to get user input (e.g., file
name, password, etc.) before starting a program. Especially
useful when running programs from a batch file or menu system,
when the program arguments vary. Options to hide input,
restrict input length, compare input to an edit mask, verify
input, etc.
Product: LOGIK MENU
Author: LOGIVISION INC., 819-823-6761
Version: 1.61 (07-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $55.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/fax/
newsletter/mail support, bonus utilities, Free updates (you pay
P&H).
Look for: LM161.ZIP on BBSs; LM161.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73020,2111 for
assistance); LM161.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID G.TASCHEREA1 for assistance).
Download size: 294k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for ease of use at the touch of a key. Extensive on-
line help, EGA/VGA 43/50 line mode supported, true mouse
support (Point & Shoot), has passwords, screen saver, hidden
"hot" keys, usage log report, event tracking (reminds you
important dates), uses 0 memory, customizable help... Automatic
installation (from beginners to experienced user) scans your
hard drive for popular programs.
50 items per menu 50 sub-menus (multiple levels) 80 commands
per option 30 General Hidden Hot Keys
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Product: MENU PLUS
Author: Sensation Software
Version: 1.1 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 312k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year
phone support, bonus utility.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This powerful, yet easy to use menu system is designed for all
ranges of users. It combines serveral stand-alone retail
programs into one comprehensive menu system. Features: One-
touch software selection, Usage tracking, Multi-level security,
Import/Export utilities, powerful Editor, and Directory Tree.
Has a pre-defined DOS menu and a built-in DOS shell with a
history file. It has context sensitive Help, screen saver with
graphics and is Non-memory resident. Bonus software: Message-A-
Day.
Product: MenuEase
Author: Creative Computer, 714-687-2421
Version: 1.6.3 (08-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 60 days
phone support, bonus utilities.
Look for: MENUEASE.ZIP on BBSs (call 213-609-2176 to download it
at no charge); MENUEA.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70243,3343 for assistance).
Download size: 139k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides unlimited menus with up to 26 menu items/menu and up
to seven commands per menu item. Allows separate menus or
common menus for an unlimited number of users. A complete
password system protects DOS access, menu maintenance, system
configuration, menu items, and submenus. Each menu item can
force the program to remain in memory or remove itself
completely when executed. Custom colors and all video adapters
are supported. Usage logging for businesses is provided.
Product: OpMenu [***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 2 (06-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* user changeable help, and fast access to full manuals.
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* familiar, easy to use, batch file like menu command
language with many commands per entry. Eg SWAP, BATCH
* batch files optionally built into menu entries.
* non-TSR and TSR screen savers.
* 9999 menu entries, more likely limited by disk space.
* automatic file loading.
Product: Painless Menu Manager
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Version: 5.0 (08-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest copy of the software along with a
printed manual. Also receive major discounts on updates.
Look for: PAM.ARC on BBSs (call 214-881-0313 to download it at no
charge); PAM.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3
(or contact userID 70337,3337 for assistance); PAM.ARC on GEnie
in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID K.PIERCE7 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Great Hard Disk Menuing System. Some features include: mouse
support, movable/resizable windows, phone directory and dialer,
appointment scheduler, unlimited menu options, VGA/EGA support,
copy/delete/rename/move/view/backup/restore files, tree
directories, word processor, calendar, notepad, calculator,
color parameters, password protection, screen saver and much
more.
Product: PC SYSTEM MANAGER
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Version: 2.0 (07-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PCSMINS*.ZIP on GEnie in
IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
MORSOFT for assistance).
Download size: 520k (about 39 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This master menuing/submenuing system has all the bells and
whistles. Up to 32,000 menus and program selections, customized
run time help, customized command line replaceable parameter
prompts, individual userid logon, time usage tracking with 4
detail and summary reports, password protection and automatic
job starting based on time & date or day of week.
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Product: PullDown Menus for DOS
Author: MicroDynamics Development, 215-367-1891
Version: 5.00 (06-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Strongly recommended: hard
disk.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 51/4" & 31/2" master disks,
upgrades, support.
Look for: PD5-1.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 215-623-6203
to download it at no charge); PD5-1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72010,2546 for assistance); PD5-1.ZIP on GEnie in 7 forum
LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact userID S.HORTON1 for
assistance).
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fully SAA compliant (Like PCTools) menu shell system for both
standalone PCs and DOS LANs. Differentiating features range
from user-defined help, batch language enhancements and full
screen blanker/color configurations to an integrated menu
definition editor with context-sensitive help and user-defined
dialogs. Offers ease of use and maximum power to the
professional.
Product: Sloop Manager
Author: Sloop Software, 719-260-0433
Version: 1.2b (01-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA or Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks. Unlimited
mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SLPMAN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72540,144 for
assistance).
Download size: 225k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Has virtually all of Program Managers's features plus a host of
new one. Features include the ability to create folders
(groups) within folders; move or copy items using a drag/drop
interface; multi-select capability when adding, deleting,
moving or copying items; password protection; run command with
browse button which stores last twelve commands entered;
simple, easy to use icon browser dialog box; associate multiple
programs with a single extension; customizable popup run menu;
and more.
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Product: STAFF-INTEGRATOR
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 2.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version on disk,
phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFINT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 264k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A general purposed menu generator which allows the integration
of different software tools according to the priorities of the
user. The program consists of two modules: a menu generator and
a run time module for the execution of the menus. An unlimited
number of menus can be created. Each menu can have up to 32
entries. Chains of menus can be defined. Virus control
function. Parameters (like path, file name, drive specifier,
etc.) can be passed over. Mouse support. Log file....
Product: Start [***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Simple install and menu program. See full description on
page 374.
Product: Systems Manager
Author: MiCord, 517-631-4367
Reports time by client, purpose & application. See full
description on page 272.
Product: ToyBox II
Author: Virtual Magic Software
Version: 2.02 (05-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor, 512k RAM, hard
disk.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, Compuserve/Prodigy/mail
support, bonus utiliites.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TOY202.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70304,2045 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Beautiful, powerful graphical menu for users of all ages. Has
all the features found in menu programs designed for adults,
yet can be safely and easily used by young children. Uses
large 3-D buttons with colorful, Microsoft Windows-compatible
icons to represent your programs. Runs a program with a single
keystroke or mouse click. Multiple menu levels; passwords;
hotkeys; variable parameters; file picklists; and a built-in
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icon editor. Requires no memory for itself while it runs your
programs.
Product: Wyndshell
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Hard Disk Menu. See full description on page 138.
Product: ZFace
Author: Stanley May, 707-765-0875
PKZIP menu with Mouse support. See full description on
page 151.
2.7.2 File managers
Product: 4EDIT
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 1.09 (10-13-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual; telephone and
CIS support; public domain bonus programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 4EDIT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 73k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Adds descriptions (up to 80 characters) to MSDOS filenames and
subdirs. File descriptions allow you to identify your files in
much more meaningful ways than MS-DOS allows in an eight
character filename. 4EDIT has a convenient full-screen editor
with a cut and paste feature -- especially useful when several
files need similar descriptions. Select a grouping of files
using multiple filespecs with extended wildcards.
For all versions of 4DOS. Supports new Ver 4.0 extended
descriptions.
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
Version: 2T.2 (05-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 64k RAM. Strongly
recommended: 4DOS or NDOS.
Registration fee: $23.50
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, free upgrade.
Look for: 4FILES2T.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-994-2944 to download it
at no charge); 4FILES.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72037,3607 for assistance);
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 132
4FILES2T.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID L.EDWARDS10 for assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multipurpose 4DOS/NDOS-aware file manager, file annotator,
and slick front-end for your favorite utilities. The interface
is clean & convenient in every respect.
* Manage directories & files (singly or in blocks) from a
list sorted in any of several ways.
* Nice file note editor. (4DOS/NDOS keep the notes with
their files during file copy, move, etc.)
* Rapid-fire access to files w/ your browser & other
utilties.
* DOS, OS/2, Windows, DV compat.
* Good documentation.
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Includes 4DOS file descriptions in ZIP files. See full
description on page 148.
Product: ActaeOn
Author: Jon Clempner
Version: V1.60 (11-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $34.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, Notification of updates.
Look for: ACTV160.ZIP on BBSs; ACT160.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100013,57 for
assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Hard Disk Manager with a point and shoot interface to DOS.
Although its ease of use will make it ideally suited to the new
user, the regular user will find it useful on a day to day
basis. In addition to most DOS commands, it has many other
features including:
* Graphical representation of Directory Tree
* Find File/Find string within files
* Add your own commands
* Full Mouse support/Scroll bars
* Text editor
* Context Sensitive help
Product: Attribution
Author: Richard W. Adams
Changes or displays file/directory attributes. See full
description on page 41.
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Product: CM_FILER
Author: NoVaSoft, 703-221-1833
Version: 5.22 (03-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 183k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, $10 commission per
referral, one free upgrade disk, one year support.
Look for: CM_FILER.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-381-3320 to download it
at no charge); CF522.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72130,1400 for assistance);
CM_FILER.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 114k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multi-function disk/file manager with side-by-side display of
directories OR trees. Full suite of file/directory/tree
structure services; built-in editor, file finder, notepad,
application launcher, background print spooler. Intuitive
command syntax, small and fast. Many special features such as
printing directory/tree listing, instant file freshening,
password access, file protection from inadvertent deletion.
Great for beginners and developers alike. Small at 91k, very
fast.
Product: DIRECT MAINT
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Hard disk directory and file manager. See full description on
page 16.
Product: DIREDIT
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc., 215-527-4408
Version: 3.06 (02-29-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DIREDI.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72255,305 for
assistance).
Download size: 78k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you rearrange the order of files and sub-directory entries
in a DOS directory. As well as letting you sort the directory
in various standard ways, it lets you move individual files
around and/or specify an arbitrary sort order. Includes support
for almost all fixed and removable disks and for >32 Mb devices
under DOS 4.0 and 5.0 and Compaq DOS 3.31.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates
Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 18.
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Product: fastmenu GOLD
Author: jwh: SoftWare, 419-588-3608
Graphics User Interface (GUI), Menu System. See full
description on page 137.
Product: FileMan [***]
Author: TDWare, 206-833-7203
Version: 2.40 (08-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $28.00
Registration benefits: One year free support.
Look for: FILEMN24.ZIP on BBSs; FILEMN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72607,3710 for
assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows 3.x file manager for copying, moving, renaming, and
deleting files. Other utilities include the ability to change
file attributes, to rename or delete subdirectories, perform
file searches, and to format diskettes. FileMan version 2.4
includes support for viewing some graphics files in their
native format and allows the FileMan display colors to be
changed. An earlier version of this program was recently
reviewed in the Aug. 92 issue of Windows magazine.
Product: FLAGS(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Flatfile Application Generator System. See full description on
page 190.
Product: PMZIP
Author: Nico Mak
OS/2 Presentation Manager ZIP shell. See full description on
page 44.
Product: QFiler
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Version: 3.2 (07-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and disk; phone/BBS/
newsletter support.
Look for: QF*.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 608-271-3685 to
download it at no charge); QF32*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 74275,745 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This powerful file manager displays two sorted directories
side-by-side. Copy, rename, move or delete both files and
directories. View file contents in ascii or hex. View and print
directory tree. Find files on any drive. Create and remove
subdirectories. Locate duplicate files. Set or clear file
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 135
attributes. Change time/date stamps. Simplify use of file
compression utilities like LHA and PKZip. Rename disk volume
labels. Undelete or edit files. XCopy directories. Send files
to print queue.
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed, 403-278 2234
A simple yet uniquely powerful DOS shell. See full description
on page 27.
Product: TreeTop
Author: Kilgore Software, 916-371-3715
Version: 2.44 (03-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk, 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference chart,
master disks, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TREETO.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71020,3234 for
assistance).
Download size: 346k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast and user friendly hard disk file and directory manager
with a point-and-shoot user interface. Group files by
wildcards, attributes, date/time, directory, or disk.
Features:
* Graphic display of directory tree
* Multiple logged drives
* Sort, view, copy, move, delete, or print files
* Modify date/time/attr of files
* Add, delete, or rename directories
* Online context sensitive help
* Full mouse support
* Pulldown menus
* Excellent use of color
* Much more!
Product: TreeTop PLUS
Author: Kilgore Software, 916-371-3715
Version: 1.0 (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TTPLUS.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71020,3234 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Like TreeTop, this is a fast and friendly hard disk file and
directory manager. It has all the features found in TreeTop
plus many others, including:
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* Prune and Graft capabilities on the directory tree
* Built in text & binary editors
* Split screens
* 43/50 line mode and Expanded Memory support
* International date and number support
* Automatic file launching ability
* Minimal 3K overhead when launching files
* Faster file copying
* Faster load time
* lots more!
Product: WinZip
Author: Nico Mak
Windows ZIP/LZH/ARC Shell:View/Run/Extract/+. See full
description on page 46.
Product: Wynd-DOS
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Version: 2.2 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, tutorial, master disks,
upgrade discounts.
Look for: WYNDOS22.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This utility program allows you to manage disk files from a
friendly environment, without having to type commands at a DOS
prompt. Selected files or directories may be copied, moved,
renamed, or deleted easily. Text files (such as batch files)
may be created and edited. Programs listed in your directories
may be run without exiting the program. You may quickly search
for specific files anywhere on your disks, or print out
information about your disks and directories.
Product: XDIR
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Attach descriptive comments to DIR displays. See full
description on page 28.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 137
2.7.3 Combined MS/FMs
Product: Command Post
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Version: 7.0S (02-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Mouse recommended.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, tech support, 90 day
money back gaurantee.
Look for: CP-70S.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); CP-70S.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINAPA forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 73260,2535 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful custom menu system for Microsoft Windows that lets
you tailor your Windows-based workstation to your needs and
preferences. A single menu item can gather filenames and other
information into listboxes for the user to choose from, perform
arithmetic, parse strings, move and resize windows, read and
write WIN.INI variables, read DOS environment variables, copy,
move and delete files. Includes useful sample menus, a file
browser, and much more.
Product: fastmenu GOLD
Author: jwh: SoftWare, 419-588-3608
Version: 4.1 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. VGA monitor; hard drive.
Registration fee: $60.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 51/4" & 31/2" disks, and one
year free phone support.
Look for: GOLD41*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 419-588-3615
to download it at no charge); GOLD4*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Very attractive graphics based hard drive menuing system. Fully
mouse supported with lots of built-in utilities and options.
Totally removes itself from memory during application
execution. Full password protection with up to 40 user titled
pages with up to 20 applications per page. Includes: Phonebook
database with Dialer, Complete directory and file maintenance
module, AUTOEXEC.BAT & CONFIG.SYS file switcher, Batch/Text
file editor with cut & paste, Set Time & Date, Much Much More.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 138
Product: Hard Disk Director
Author: Canyon Software, 415-453-9779
Version: 5.0 (02-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DIRP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
71320,1277 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A series of programs making up a complete hard disk menu, shell
and file manager. DL.EXE is a full featured shell. You can
mark selected directories or files for copying, moving or
removing or viewing. DB.EXE gives you a sorted file list for
any directory. DA.EXE shows you all the files on a particular
drive or drives. DM is a full featured hard disk menu. You can
add up to 20 entries to the main menu and have unlimited
submenus of up to 20 entries each. Viewer and shell for ZIP
files.
Product: MenuDIRECT Gold
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology, 405-377-0444
Version: 3.0 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk, 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: MDR30.ZIP on BBSs; MDR30.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71121,1404 for
assistance).
Download size: 525k (about 39 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Was the Point & Shoot Hard Disk Manager - all new rewrite.
Nominated for one of BYTE Magazine's best product awards at
Spring COMDEX 1991. Outstanding file/directory/program
manager. Unlimited user menus with with single-keystroke
program execution. Split-screen file list and directory tree
with all standard commands and some valuable extras. Pull-down
menus, context-sensitive help, mouse support, floppy disk
formatting, password protection, usage logging and a host of
other features.
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Product: Wyndshell
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Version: 2.2 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, tutorial, master disks,
upgrade discounts.
Look for: WSHELL22.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This menu program is useful for organizing your hard disk. It
is used to create menu options to run all the programs
contained on your computer. Any number of menus and submenus
may be set up. Since Wyndshell is not memory-resident, it
surrenders all of your computer's memory to each application.
Wyndshell may also be used on a network, and passwords may be
assigned to any menu options. Included is the Wynd-DOS file
manager.
2.7.4 MS/FMs for developers
Product: Command Post
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Programmable Shell/File Mgr. for Windows 3.0. See full
description on page 137.
Product: PullDown RT for Developer's
Author: MicroDynamics Development, 215-367-1891
Version: 5.0R (06-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $299.95
Registration benefits: Printed manuals, support.
Look for: PD5-1R.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 215-623-6203
to download it at no charge); PD5-1R.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72010,2546 for assistance); PD5-1R.ZIP on GEnie in 7 forum
LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact userID S.HORTON1 for
assistance).
Download size: 1400k (about 104 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This runtime version is for developers and offers excellent
batch language enhancement, a full-screen menu definition
language editor, and hypertext context-sensitive help. Custom
help screens for each menu item, elegant SAA/CUA compliant
operation, and non-TSR design assure complete satisfaction.
Product: WinBatch
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Windows Batch Language. See full description on page 90.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 140
2.7.5 Work environment managers
Product: CM_FILER
Author: NoVaSoft, 703-221-1833
Multi-Function Disk/File Manager. See full description on
page 132.
Product: InContext
Author: Rams' Island Software, 303-841-2848
Version: 1.02 (10-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $60.00
Registration benefits: Current and next versions; Nice typeset
manual; At least one year of voice/BBS/newsletter support;
Opportunity to test new releases.
Look for: INCX102*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
303-841-6269 to download it at no charge); INCXT*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 76244,324 for assistance).
Download size: 440k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Improves your productivity by helping you organize, manage, and
execute whatever you do on your computer. No mere DOS shell,
this program is based on the principles of human work. On top
of a unique, object-oriented DOS shell, InContext provides
well-integrated task planning and calendar management. Its
basic features are readily useable by novices, but it provides
a level of control and sophistication that will please the
expert. Great help/tutor/docs!
2.7.6 Software tools
2.7.6.1 For other
Product: ClassAdz(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Version: 1.1 (05-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM. Strongly
recommended: 80286, DOS 3.3 or better, and a mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CLSADZ.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72117,165
for assistance).
Download size: 834k (about 62 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows network users to post, read, print and delete ads. SysOp
(or custodian of password) can set system for retention period
(auto purge); remove users; purge by topic, user, or date;
change system message displayed on opening. Very mouse
sensitive. Abbreviated browse window for fast search; topic,
date and content search for fastest search. Fully documented
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 141
with context sensitive help and online manual. Will customize
opening screen for auth. network resellers - bundle with
network!
2.8 Security programs
"Shareware is as safe as [retail] software if obtained
directly from an author or from a vendor or BBS who
has gotten the disk directly from the author."
-- an official ASP statement on shareware
See also: Utilities, File utilities, Backup/restore (page 36);
Utilities, File utilities, Encryption & security (page 41);
Utilities, File utilities, File archivers (page 43); Utilities,
File utilities, File comparison (page 46); Utilities, System
Utilities, Recovery utilities (page 93).
Product: HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu [***]
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
DOS Menu & Security System, Network Support. See full
description on page 124.
Product: LOGIK MENU
Author: LOGIVISION INC., 819-823-6761
Menu System, 43/50 lines, Mouse, Events, Log. See full
description on page 126.
Product: An Ounce Of Prevention
Author: Pete Maclean
Version: 2.00 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk. 14k RAM for
resident module.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: OZ.ZIP on BBSs; OZ.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 75776,660 for assistance).
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prevents disasters with your hard disks and the files on them.
Keeps "deleted" files invisibly, in limbo, available for
instant guaranteed retrieval. Saves up to 8 deleted
generations of each file, truly purging the oldest only when
disk space is exhausted. Also forcibly prevents reformats of
hard disks, elegantly describes critical disk errors,
gracefully handles disk-full conditions, and more.
Junk your UNDELETEs and UNFORMATs! An Ounce Of Prevention is
worth a pound of messy recovery.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 142
Product: Shredder/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.10 (01-23-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: SHREO110.ZIP on BBSs; SHRE02.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Presentation Manager program securely erases files so no
one can retrieve their data. Options to keep a log of shredded
files, to shred hidden & read only files, & make a backup copy
of the files before shredding.
2.8.1 Virus/Trojan detectors
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design, 212-889-6431
Version: 1.82 (05-11-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 16k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Regular updates and update discounts,
timely support, a clean copy directly from the author.
Look for: FSP*.ZIP on BBSs (call 212-889-6438 to download it at
no charge); FSP*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
0 (or contact userID 72461,3212 for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An active monitoring program for detecting and preventing
computer viruses and insures the integrity of the programs you
use on your system.
By selecting the various levels of protection you wish to
install on your system, you can be sure that the program you
are about to run is only the program you wanted to run and does
not contain any computer viruses.
Winner of PC Magazine's Editor Choice award. Updated on a
regular basis.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 143
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Author: Stiller Research, 904-575-7884
Version: 1.21a (06-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, antivirus
support.
Look for: I-M*.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-815-3244 to download it at
no charge); I-MAST.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72571,3352 for
assistance).
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful anti-virus and data integrity product. Do you have a
virus? A flaky hard disk? Did someone change a file while you
were out? Find out for sure with Integrity Master! Easily
defeat viruses and get the extra benefits of PC security,
change control and disk problem detection. It enables
detection of ANY virus (not just known ones), but doesn't need
periodic updates, although it recognizes known viruses by name.
Unlike other products, IM also detects viral damage not just
infected files.
Product: PC Canary
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
Version: 92a (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: CANARY2A.ZIP on BBSs; CY92A.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70511,720 for
assistance); CANARY2A.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID R.SCHENOT for assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* Detects modifications to .EXE, .DAT and COMMAND.COM files
* Installs easily
* Low maintenance; does not require frequent updates
* Low overhead (fast, not memory resident)
* Low false alarm rate
* Doesn't modify files; can be used with other security
programs
* Allows DOS upgrades
Named for miner's canary whose death signalled invisible toxic
fumes.
Product: STAFF-INTEGRATOR
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Menu generator for STAFF and other S/W. See full description
on page 129.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 144
2.8.2 Virus cleanup/removal
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Author: Stiller Research, 904-575-7884
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 142.
2.8.3 System activity monitors
Product: Advanced Menu System [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Novell Menu Script Compatible Menu System. See full
description on page 121.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design, 212-889-6431
Virus Detection/Prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 142.
Product: STAFF-INTEGRATOR
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Menu generator for STAFF and other S/W. See full description
on page 129.
2.8.4 File integrity monitors
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design, 212-889-6431
Virus Detection/Prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 142.
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Author: Stiller Research, 904-575-7884
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 142.
Product: PC Canary
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
Virus alarm. See full description on page 143.
Product: STAFF-INTEGRATOR
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Menu generator for STAFF and other S/W. See full description
on page 129.
2.9 Special needs
Product: The Finishing Touch
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc., 800-767-1978
Professional Software Installation Program. See full
description on page 376.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 145
2.9.1 Vision-impaired utilities
Product: Mega Edit
Author: Computer Witchcraft, Inc., 415-752-2477
Powerful ASCII Text Editor for Windows. See full description
on page 154.
2.10 Software tools
2.10.1 For multiple programs
Product: HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu [***]
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
DOS Menu & Security System, Network Support. See full
description on page 124.
Product: PowerIntsall
Author: W.S. Ataras Engineering, 408-648-3662
Version: 1.01 (02-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone/CompuServe/BBS
support, 30-day money back guarantee. Program customization.
Look for: PINST101.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-595-2427 to download it
at no charge); PINST1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70400,3542 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compiles text scripts into EXE files which provide text
windowed file copy & view, mouse & keyboard input, make dirs,
change dirs, remove dirs, menus, execute exe/com/bat files etc.
Converts sefl-extracting archives to self-extracting-installing
EXEs with a windowed interface.
Your distribution sets won't be cluttered with data files or
even the actual script file. Define as many windows as needed.
YOU control the look-and-feel.
2.10.2 For Sidekick
Product: CALendar preview for SideKick 2
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Version: 1.14 (11-17-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM, hard disk. Sidekick
2.0.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/GEnie support.
Look for: CALSK103.EXE on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); CALSK.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:BORAPP forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75166,3200 for assistance);
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 146
CALSK103.EXE on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID J.WETZEL7 for assistance).
Download size: 92k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Produces a preview of your Calendar and ToDo's to the Screen,
Printer, or File from SK2's Calendar file (.DB) without
invoking SK2. Invoke from command line or batch file to preview
next 'n' days of activities. Features: Notes; Reminders; Look
Ahead, Searching, RTM Interface; Intl Sort; Added CASIO Boss
Interface, ADDRESS EXPORT for Labels
Product: SWAPSK
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.7x (04-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Borland's SideKick 1.0 or 2.0,
or SideKick Plus.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWSK17.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to load many popular TSRs in less than 8K of
your DOS memory. With a "High-DOS" memory manager, these
resident programs now require 0K of DOS memory.
2.10.2.1 Sidekick Plus specific
Product: CALendar RePorT for SideKick+
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Version: 2.61 (01-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM. SideKick Plus.
Hard disk strongly recommended.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/GEnie support.
Look for: CALRP251.EXE on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); CALRP.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:BORAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75166,3200 for assistance);
CALRP251.EXE on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID J.WETZEL7 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Produces nicely formatted calendar reports to Screen, Printer,
File from SK+'s Calendar file (.APP) without invoking SK+.
Invoke from command line or batch file to preview next 'n' days
of activities. Features: Notes; Reminders; Searching; Look
Ahead, Task Notes, RTM Interface; New: Interface to CASIO BOSS,
HP95LX, minor bug fixes; Many Options
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 147
Product: CALendar report for TRaVel
Author: WetZoft Applications, 301-969-9385
Version: 1.06 (04-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM. Sidekick Plus.
Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/GEnie support.
Look for: CALTR105.EXE on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); CALTR.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:BORAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75166,3200 for assistance);
CALTR105.EXE on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID J.WETZEL7 for assistance).
Download size: 81k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Produces formatted Daily, Weekly, Monthly calendar reports to
Screen, Printer, File from SK+'s Calendar file (.APP) without
invoking SK+. Like Traveling Sidekick! Invoke from command line
or batch file to preview next 'n' days, weeks, months of
activities. Features include: Notes; Install Program; Many
Options; NEW: Print Next Day, Week, Month; HP95LX Support
2.10.3 For PC Tools
2.10.3.1 Deluxe Shell specific
Product: SWAPDS
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.7x (04-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. PC Tools Deluxe Shell 6.0 or
Deluxe Desktop 6.0.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWDS17.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to load many popular TSRs in less than 8K of
your DOS memory. With a "High-DOS" memory manager, these
resident programs now require 0K of DOS memory.
2.10.4 For 4DOS
Product: 4EDIT
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Full-screen editor for file descriptions. See full description
on page 131.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 148
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
File manager & annotator for 4DOS & NDOS. See full description
on page 131.
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 2.00 (10-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 4DOS; PKZIP/PKUNZIP.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual; telephone and
CIS support; public domain bonus programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 4ZIP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 155k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A utility for 4DOS. Used with the PKWare compression program
PKZIP, it compresses 4DOS file descriptions along with the
files. The included program 4UNZIP calls PKUnzip and restores
the descriptions as each file is uncompressed. Select files to
Zip or Unzip from a full-screen list with extended wildcards.
Pass through commands to PKZIP and PKUNZIP, obtained
separately.
Supports 4DOS 4.0 80 character descriptions and extended
fields.
2.10.5 For Lotus
Product: SWAPLM
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.7x (04-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Lotus Metro or Lotus Express.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWLM17.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to load many popular TSRs in less than 8K of
your DOS memory. With a "High-DOS" memory manager, these
resident programs now require 0K of DOS memory.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 149
2.10.6 For Norton
2.10.6.1 For Norton Guides
Product: SWAPNG
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.7x (04-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Norton Guides.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWNG17.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to load many popular TSRs in less than 8K of
your DOS memory. With a "High-DOS" memory manager, these
resident programs now require 0K of DOS memory.
2.10.6.2 For Norton Utilities
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
File manager & annotator for 4DOS & NDOS. See full description
on page 131.
2.10.7 For PKWARE
2.10.7.1 For PKZIP/PKUNZIP
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Includes 4DOS file descriptions in ZIP files. See full
description on page 148.
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Offline mail reader for PCBoard & Wildcat! See full
description on page 219.
Product: Nifty James's File Finder
Author: Mike Blaszczak, 203-292-1356
File/Archive finder for DOS. See full description on page 22.
Product: NJ's File Finder for Windows
Author: Mike Blaszczak, 203-292-1356
Finds files/archives under Microsoft Windows. See full
description on page 22.
Product: PMZIP
Author: Nico Mak
OS/2 Presentation Manager ZIP shell. See full description on
page 44.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 150
Product: QFiler
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Simple, powerful with 2 side-by-side windows. See full
description on page 134.
Product: Shez
Author: California Software Design
Program shell for managing compressed files. See full
description on page 45.
Product: WinZip
Author: Nico Mak
Windows ZIP/LZH/ARC Shell:View/Run/Extract/+. See full
description on page 46.
Product: ZiPaper
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Randomly select Wallpaper - store compressed! See full
description on page 431.
2.10.8 For other
Product: dLITE
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Memory-res dBASE-Compat Desktop File Manager. See full
description on page 189.
Product: FoxTails #1(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Collection of FoxPRO tools - source code. See full description
on page 210.
Product: SWAPDOS
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Switches from one large program to another. See full
description on page 54.
Product: SWAPMM
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.7x (04-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Broderbund's MemoryMate.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWMM17.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to load many popular TSRs in less than 8K of
your DOS memory. With a "High-DOS" memory manager, these
resident programs now require 0K of DOS memory.
Chapter 2, "Utilities" 151
Product: SWAPTN
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.7x (04-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Micrologic's Tornado.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWTN17.COM on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it possible to load many popular TSRs in less than 8K of
your DOS memory. With a "High-DOS" memory manager, these
resident programs now require 0K of DOS memory.
Product: ZFace
Author: Stanley May, 707-765-0875
Version: .71 (11-25-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: ZFACE7.EXE on BBSs; ZFACE7.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72740,2076 for
assistance).
Download size: 365k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu driven interface for PKZIP. You can zip, view, unzip or
zip2exe by simply selecting files from a list. Easy to use.
Supports just the basic options. Use the keyboard or Mouse.
Great for beginners and anyone who doesn't want to fool with
command line switches.
2.11 Other
Product: PowerIntsall
Author: W.S. Ataras Engineering, 408-648-3662
Install prog. Multi-disk. Compile to 1 exe. See full
description on page 145.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 152
Chapter 3
Writing applications
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File viewers (page 49);
Education, Writing (page 407).
3.1 Text editors
See also: Writing applications, Word processors (page 160).
Product: 40-LOVE Text Editor [***]
Version: 1.04 (01-06-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 4LEDIT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100042,2616
for assistance).
Download size: 79k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full featured editor, multiple file, popupmenu, mouse support
etc. New features: 1. You can restore text files to any of its
previous versions. 2. Highlight the changes.
Product: AM-EDIT
Author: PLC Software, 205-822-1619
Version: 1.00 (01-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $37.00
Registration benefits: Latest version with up-to-date on-disk
manual; 6 month voice/CIS support; notification of new
releases; right to purchase any new release at $30 discount.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 42k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-screen text editor which is both powerful and extremely
easy to use. Includes extensive on-screen help. Very fast in
loading/saving files and finding text strings. Allows merging
of text files. Includes a calculator and a User ID function,
allowing up to 30 different users to have their own parameters
such as screen colors, backup option, and lines-to-scroll. Can
store up to 3.5 times as much text in real memory as some PC
editors. Entire system contained in a single 42K program.
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Product: BOXER Text Editor
Author: BOXER Software, 603-924-6602
Version: 4.0 (06-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk or 720k floppy
drive.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Quick reference card, master disks, phone
support, bonus program.
Look for: BOX*.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-623-6203 to download it at
no charge); BOX*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
1 (or contact userID 70242,2126 for assistance); BOX*.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful, full-featured Text Editor. Features 512-level Undo,
full mouse support, 28/43/50 lines for E/VGA, multiple files/
windows, column marking, editable keystroke macros, search
across all edited files, graphic drawing, colors, compile from
editor, word processing and context sensitive help. Extensive
block text commands: sort, fill, case, total, invert...
Reconfigurable keyboard with popular maps supplied; pull-down
menus & online help change dynamically to reflect reassignment!
Product: EDWORD
Author: FAGERLUND CONSULTING, 604-984-7330
Version: 1.0 (11-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $44.00
Registration benefits: Printed user's guide. Six months free
voice telephone support.
Look for: EDWORD.ZIP on BBSs; EDWORD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70253,1046 for
assistance); EDWORD.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID XTH19727 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This full featured, multi-file text editor is small, quick and
easy to use. It uses a numbered file list to assist when
editing many files from various directories. Allows search and
replace through all files in the list. Can search
subdirectories to locate files for editing. Prints to any
printer in 2 modes with optional line numbers. Has line
drawing, cut and paste, macros, ASCII table, no file size
limit, color or b/w, 3 help screens.
Product: Flex
Author: Logical Systems
Fast multiwindow word processor. See full description on
page 160.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 154
Product: KWIKWRITE
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Word Processor. See full description on page 161.
Product: Mega Edit
Author: Computer Witchcraft, Inc., 415-752-2477
Version: 2.01 (07-04-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. (Will not operate
in Real mode.).
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Free automatic upgrades, unlimited
support, money back guarantee.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MEGAED.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76130,1463 for
assistance); MEG*.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 2 (or
contact userID T.CONKLIN1 for assistance).
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
America On-Line Editor's Choice: "A really excellent editor for
Windows". PUBLIC BRAND: "A fine, fine! product..." 4 Stars &
Excellence Trophy. POWERFUL - NO LIMITS on file sizes. Split
screen editing of one or multiple files. Variable, Sizable!
text fonts. Formated display of binary files. IMPORT/EXPORT
of UNIX, Macintosh, and DOS text formats. Word-wrap. On-line
Help. All other standard features.
Product: NED
Author: David L. Dight, +61-2 331-4521
Version: 1.6b (02-18-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256K RAM, CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, mail/email
support, one free major uprade.
Look for: NEDIT.EXE on BBSs (call +1 505 662-0659 to download it
at no charge); NEDIT.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 100033,2563 for assistance).
Download size: 208k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A high performance text editor. Features: Edit up to 10 files;
Expand wildcards, pick lists; On line calculator, ASCII tables
and help; Super fast screens; EGA43/VGA50 line modes; std. edit
functions+more; autosave; {} match, field copy, copy strings to
search/last command; Embed print commands; Print while you
work; Powerful reg. expr. search & replace; Use DOS; Config.
env.; Block/column copy, cut, paste and format across files(s);
Kbd macros; Browse drives/dirs for files.
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Product: Oak Hill Vi(tm)
Author: Oak Hill Software, Inc., 908-671-8544
Version: 5.7A (05-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $60.00
Registration benefits: Latest version on disk, typeset-quality
manual, support by mail.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VI57A1.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70441,657 for
assistance).
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A professional-grade version of "vi", the standard UNIX full-
screen text editor. Includes virtually all vi features: undo,
map/abbreviation macros, text search/substitution with meta
characters, shell escapes, external filters, margin wrap, save
buffers, line numbers and auto-indent, plus built-in paragraph
formatting, color control, line centering, case conversion and
more. Archive includes comprehensive manual and utilities.
Product: OMNIDay
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Daily Diary Program For Up To 10 Users. See full description
on page 120.
Product: pE - The "perfect" Editor(tm)
Author: Just Excellent Software, Inc., 215-565-7780
Version: 2.77 (08-25-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, Multi-math calculator,
separate print utility, keyboard reconfigurator, technical
support and free upgrade to next major release.
Look for: PETPE277.ZIP on BBSs; PETPE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72271,2630 for
assistance).
Download size: 227k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Up to 20 movable, sizable, overlayed or tiled windows. Mouse
interface allows easy cut, paste, move, mark, etc. Works well
with keyboard also. Full featured with regular expressions,
brace matching, key macros, include file editing and over 100
other functions. Word process mode allows auto reformat, and
justification. Box and line drawing for easy, quick forms can
be done with mouse or cursor keys. Files the size of memory,
very fast. Pull down menus and extensive on-line help make it
easy.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 156
Product: pEDIT PLUS
Author: T. G. Muench, 602-445-2479
Version: 1.0 (12-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM. CGA monitor and
hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited support, bonus
utilities, product discounts. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: PEDIT*.ZIP on BBSs; PEDIT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71171,2424 for
assistance).
Download size: 192k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This DOS-based text editor has a graphical interface and full
mouse support. The graphical ButtonBar gives quick access to 18
functions without having to deal with menus. Text-only mode.
Wordstar, EMACS and MS Quick Editor emulation. Auto word wrap,
paragraph indent, case change, block indent, timed autosave,
Ascii chart, DOS buffer. Now handles up to 16 files at one
time. Also new is a tutorial that walks you through the basics
of editing. Rated a Trophy by Public Brand.
Product: PostCardMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
PostCard & Mail Handling System. See full description on
page 198.
Product: QEdit(R) Advanced
Author: SemWare, 404-641-9002
Version: 2.1 (04-03-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $54.95
Registration benefits: 140-page professionally printed, indexed,
spiral bound manual. Quick reference card. Friendly,
knowledgeable tech support via phone, multi-line bbs, FAX and/
or mail. Access to maintenance releases on bbs. Low cost major
updates.
Look for: QEDIT21.ZIP on BBSs (call 404-641-8968 to download it
at no charge); QEDIT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71520,67 for assistance).
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Blazingly Fast, multi-file, multi-window, compact (44k) text
editor, that is powerful, yet EASY to use. Includes pulldown
menus, macros, column blocks, and basic word-processing
features. Completely configurable, including keyboard, colors
and initial settings. New in version 2.1 are: swap to disk/EMS
on shell, CenterLine, plus much more! 1989 Data Based Advisor
readers choice as best Program/Text Editor. Over 75,000
licensed users. Rated as "Highly recommended" by John Dvorak in
1989 PC Magazine.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 157
Product: Ravitz Editor
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Version: 1.10 (08-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, BBS/mail support.
Look for: RAVED.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-268-0577 to download it at
no charge); RAVED.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
1 (or contact userID 70431,32 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, powerful, mid sized text editor. It has integrated
outlining and overviewing, area mark manipulation (copy, fill,
shift, sort, etc.), find/change, word wrap and reflow, line
drawing, multiple file handling, change tracking, flexible user
interface (function keys, mouse, menus), and it is configurable
and programmable.
Product: Technical Editor
Author: Superior Soft
Version: 2.61 (09-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, BBS and mail support,
Source code available.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TE261*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72557,3003 for assistance).
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, full featured and unique programmer's/text editor.
Features include:
* Virtual memory (edits huge files)
* XMS support
* Undo last 100 changes
* 25,43,50 line display support
* Re-definable commands
* Binary mode for editing binary files
* Keystroke macros
* Line and column blocking modes
* Regular expression search and replace
* Keystroke macros
* Bookmarks
* File pick lists
* Multi-Screen AND multi-Window
Product: W - The Note Writer [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Simple word processor. See full description on page 162.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 158
Product: WinEdit
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Version: 1.1C (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Mouse recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, tech support, 90-day
money back gaurantee.
Look for: WED11C.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WED11C.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINAPA forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 73260,2535 for assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A new text editor designed to take full advantage of the
Windows 3.0 environment. First and foremost a programmers
editor, it has features designed for creating and maintaining
program source code. With its ASCII file format, ability to
edit files of almost unlimited size, and easy-to-use ribbon
bar, it makes the perfect editor for everyday use.
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks, 206-495-4574
ASCII Word Processor. See full description on page 163.
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks, 206-495-4574
ASCII Word Processor. See full description on page 163.
3.2 Text organizers
Product: dtSearch
Author: DT Software, Inc., 703-521-9427
Text retrieval program. See full description on page 200.
Product: Index!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Automatic Index Coding for Ventura Publisher. See full
description on page 166.
Product: MakeDemo
Author: WindhamWoods Publishing, 603.893.2667
Presentation program with interactive menuing. See full
description on page 226.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 159
Product: MARGARINE [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Version: 2.81 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, one free upgrade.
Look for: MARG*.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-7001 to download it at
no charge); MARG*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A useful utility for formatting text files, especially
shareware documentation files. Will quickly go through a text
file and report the space available for creating a left margin
while maintaining the document's original formatting. Supports
page widths of 25-132 columns. Also will add top and bottom
margins as well as page numbers if requested.
Product: PAGE COUNT
Author: Tinker Software
Version: 2.0A (11-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited fax/BBS support.
Look for: PGCNT20A.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-852-7708 to download it
at no charge); PGCNT2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 74010,773 for assistance).
Download size: 73k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Takes any normal text file and compute how many pages of
standard paper it will take to print out the file. All
computation is based on printing 55 lines per page. With this
version you will have the option to print out the file from
within the program. During printing you will be informed as to
the number of pages read into the print buffer.
Product: PC-FORMS and PC-LIBRARY
Author: Blackledge Law Office, 405-840-3563
Version: 6.12 (06-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $99.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, printed
copies of licensed forms libraries.
Look for: PCFMS*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); PCFMS*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:LAWSIG forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70162,1130 for assistance).
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
PC-FORMS assembles legal & business documents; PC-LIBRARY
creates, maintains and prints forms libraries. Completed
documents are automatically loaded into WordStar, WordPerfect,
MS-Word, VDE, or PC-Write. Includes the text libraries, LEARN,
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 160
ORDER, SAMPLE and SURVEY. Additional libraries are in the file
PCFMS2.ZIP or users can create their own libraries of forms or
letters.
Product: Ravitz Editor
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Text editor/outliner. See full description on page 156.
Product: TDisplay
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Creates Customized Self-Displaying Text Files. See full
description on page 49.
3.3 Word processors
See also: Writing applications, Text editors (page 152).
Product: BOXER Text Editor
Author: BOXER Software, 603-924-6602
Full featured Text Editor/Word Processor. See full description
on page 152.
Product: Cumberland Diary
Author: Cumberland Software, 615-647-4012
Diary/ Journal Entry Program. See full description on
page 449.
Product: Cumberland Story
Author: Cumberland Software, 615-647-4012
Write your own or your ancestor's life story. See full
description on page 450.
Product: EnVision Publisher [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Desktop Publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 165.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 161
Product: Flex
Author: Logical Systems
Version: 1.02 (06-16-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Personalized latest version, unlimited
BBS support, extra utilities.
Look for: FLEX*.LZH on BBSs (call 501-985-0059 to download it at
no charge); FLEX102.LZH on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID D.WILLIAMS93 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful multiwindow word processor. Block moves, macros,
configurable colors, supports 26 printers, EGA/VGA 43 and 50
line modes, context-sensitive online help, smart tabbing and
indenting, optional auto-save or .BAK files, more.
Product: KWIKWRITE
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 4.01 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, newsletter.
Look for: KWRITE.ZIP on BBSs; KWRITE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for
assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A small, simple to use word processor. It fits on one disk, and
is a good choice when you don't want to take up too much space
on your disk (like in a laptop). Creates and edits normal ASCII
files, so the editor can also be used for programming, writing
batch files or other ASCII files. Can merge information from
dBASE database (mail-merge).
Product: LQMATRIX
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Softfonts and softfont editor for Epson LQ. See full
description on page 65.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 162
Product: PACE
Author: Mark Tigges, 604-926-0366
Version: 1.0 (02-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: PACE.EXE on BBSs (call 604-277-9970 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to supply to the public an easy to use, yet powerful
word processor, for an affordable price. With the first
version complete, the objective has been fulfilled. Has all of
the standard features, primed for speed and convience This is a
word processing environment that fullfills.
Major features include context sensitive help, cut&paste,
search&replace, multiple file in-window editing, header/footer
and page size defining and more.
Product: pE - The "perfect" Editor(tm)
Author: Just Excellent Software, Inc., 215-565-7780
Windowed Text Editor/Word Processor. See full description on
page 155.
Product: pEDIT PLUS
Author: T. G. Muench, 602-445-2479
The personal EDITor PLUS. See full description on page 155.
Product: QEdit(R) Advanced
Author: SemWare, 404-641-9002
FAST, compact, multi-file/window text editor. See full
description on page 156.
Product: QENV
Author: Annette Cuomo, 714-597-7295
Envelope Addressor with Editor & Mailmerge. See full
description on page 80.
Product: Save the Planet
Author: Save the Planet Software, 303-641-5035
Ozone & greenhouse data, easy word processor. See full
description on page 406.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 163
Product: W - The Note Writer [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 4.0 (01-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Upgrade discounts.
Look for: WNOTE40.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simple word processor for those who don't need or want all of
the complex functions of the "big ones". Save, edit & print
files. Does "word-wrap". Saves files as "formatted" or ASCII.
Allows for a short description to be saved with file name and
file retrieval for editing uses a unique and easy "Point &
Shoot" system for selection. Very popular and in use around the
world. Works with monochrome or color monitors.
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks, 206-495-4574
Version: 1.7 (07-11-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Receive personalized copy of most recent
version without reminders.
Look for: WDMASTER.EXE on BBSs (call 901-753-7213 to download it
at no charge); WDMSTR.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73527,1676 for assistance);
WDMASTER.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID WFARRAR for assistance).
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full-featured word processor with extensive pull-down menu
system and on-line help. Includes: multiple fonts, macros,
windows, search and replace, cutting/pasting text, headers/
footers, automatic pagination, the ability to customize colors
and command structure and more. The documentation includes
examples of using various functions to help you work easier and
faster.
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks, 206-495-4574
Version: 1.72 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: WDMASTER.EXE on BBSs (call 901-753-7213 to download it
at no charge); WDMSTR.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73527,1676 for assistance);
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 164
WDMASTER.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID WANDROS for assistance).
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full-featured word processor with extensive pull-down menu
system and on-line help. Includes: multiple fonts, macros,
windows, search and replace, cutting/pasting text, headers/
footers, automatic pagination, the ability to customize colors
and command structure and more. The documentation includes
examples of using various functions to help you work easier and
faster.
3.4 Desktop publishing
Product: ALPHAQUOTE
Author: AlphaBytes, Inc., 202-546-4119
Typesetting and DTP Estimating. See full description on
page 422.
Product: Chartist
Author: Novagraph, 214-231-2169
Flowcharting and org charting for Windows. See full
description on page 415.
Product: CODE TO CODE
Author: AlphaBytes, Inc., 202-546-4119
Version: 4.0 (04-29-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Latest version with printed manual and
free phone support.
Look for: CTOC40.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4202 to download it at
no charge); CTOC40.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:DTPFORUM forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71131,2734 for assistance).
Download size: 143k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Automatically manages cryptic codes (such as <CFTRB> or @HEAD =
)left in text files by typesetting and desktop publishing
programs. This new version can translate, strip or replace
codes in one pass. Now spell-check or run a thesaurus without
codes choking your system. CTC can work with DOS wildcards to
process many files with one command or it' s own built in menu
system. Other features include a graphic arts calculator, on-
line help, DOS shell and complete docs.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 165
Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Version: 1.00 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Crossword Creator
5.0 for puzzle design.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, technical
support.
Look for: CWCLIP.ZIP on BBSs; CWCLIP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72357,3523 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This crossword layout tool works with the Windows Clipboard,
enabling you to paste your puzzles into desktop publishing
applications. WYSIWYG display lets you resize the puzzle grid,
select fonts, etc. Also creates Windows bitmap (.BMP) graphic
files.
Cannot be used for puzzle design, but will accept crossword
data files (.XWP format only) from other programs. A companion
program, Crossword Creator, is the preferred design tool.
Product: Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 514.
Product: Decoder!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Version: 1.2 (09-13-91)
Needs: Unknown.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
free updates, upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DECD12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72037,1345
for assistance); DECD12.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID XTY50640 for assistance).
Download size: 76k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Optimized for use with ASCII, Word, and WordPerfect, but will
strip most file formats. Handles quotes, dash and ellipses;
converts other 3-digit codes to ASCII equivalents. Runs in
seconds to make files useable by other applications.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 166
Product: EnVision Publisher [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Version: 1.0 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA or Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: mouse, hard disk.
Registration fee: $69.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
clipart libraries & scalable fonts, newsletter support, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: EVP100*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 813-585-7082
to download it at no charge); EVP1*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70304,64 for assistance); EVP1*.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-feature WYSIWYG desktop publishing program. It has a
mouse-driven Graphical User Interface and it can be used with
or without a mouse. Detailed context-sensitive help. Lets you
create publications directly on the screen, and then print them
on any printer. Provides scalable fonts that can be rotated and
filled with any fill pattern. You can import PCX images, and
draw lines, boxes, polylines, polygons, ellipses and Bezier
curves.
Product: Filer!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Version: 1.92 (12-16-91)
Needs: Unknown. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
free updates, upgrade discounts, bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FIL192.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72037,1345
for assistance); FIL192.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID XTY50640 for assistance).
Download size: 194k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Menu-driven file management system tracks all files, using 3
windows to display a list of .PUB and .CHP files, a list of
files which make up the currently-selected .CHP, and text from
the largest file in the .CHP. Copy, delete, move, backup,
compress, decompress any combination of files. All internal
file pointers updated. Many more features; major application.
Product: GEMCAP
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Capture text/graphics screens in GEM .IMG fmt. See full
description on page 425.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 167
Product: Index!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Version: 1.4e (05-30-91)
Needs: Unknown. 400k RAM.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
utilities, support, free updates, upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; IND14E.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72037,1345
for assistance); IND14E.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID XTY50640 for assistance).
Download size: 111k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Menu-driven indexing utility lets you enter terms to index in a
database. Then searches up to 100 chapters at a time, finds
every instance of your terms, builds and inserts the index
codes Ventura needs. Index preview option ensures proper
database entry. Automatic publication, chapter and file
selection. Easily reduces indexing time by 90%.
Product: LQMATRIX
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Softfonts and softfont editor for Epson LQ. See full
description on page 65.
Product: PM2LINO
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Removes Ctrl-D characters from PostScript. See full
description on page 77.
Product: PS-TEXT
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Extracts text from PostScript file to ASCII. See full
description on page 78.
Product: QFont
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Font editor for HP LaserJet soft fonts. See full description
on page 76.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 168
Product: Rubicon Publisher
Author: Rubicon Computer Labs Inc., 819-770-4317
Version: 2.2C (06-08-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Disk space varies: 1.1MB for
9-Pin, 1.5MB for 24-pin, 1.6MB for LaserJet 2, 1.0MB for
LaserJet 3 or Postscript. Optional preview requires VGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $59.50
Registration benefits: Printed manual. Hyphenologist, Times,
Helv, Classic & Nova Fonts. Third-Party Font Support. Optimal
Paragraph Composition, LaserJet Graphics.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 337k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Comprehensive desktop publisher based on traditional
typesetting concepts; over 120 features. Supports over 200
printers including most popular 9 & 24 pin dot matrix, LaserJet
2 & 3, & Postscript. Comes with 2 font families; supports
LaserJet 3 & Postscript fonts. Batch processor, controlled by
tags embedded in the input file. User's present word processor
or text editor can be used to prepare (Ascii) files for
publication. Screen preview provided for computers with VGA.
Great quality output!
Product: Swap!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Version: 1.5 (11-26-90)
Needs: Unknown. EGA/VGA monitors only (not SVGA); Microsoft-
compatible mouse; non-network environment. 1MB exp. or ext.
memory recommended.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
free updates, upgrade discounts, bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SWP15A.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72037,1345
for assistance); SWP15A.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID XTY50640 for assistance).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
At the touch of a hot-key in Ventura, jump to the DOS prompt
and allows you to run any program (shell provides all but 11K
of pre-Ventura RAM), then return. Takes just 7K when not in
use. Swaps Ventura to expanded memory, extended memory or disk.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 169
Product: Tag!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Version: 1.51 (05-02-91)
Needs: Unknown.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
free updates, upgrade discounts, bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TAG151.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72037,1345
for assistance); TAG151.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID XTY50640 for assistance).
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Menu-driven utility provides lightning-fast pre-tagging of
ASCII, Word and WordPerfect files for Ventura. Tags in one
window; paragraphs in another. Use mouse or hot-keys to apply
tags, or automate in 3 ways: replace one tag with another;
apply a tag to each paragraph with selected text; apply a cycle
of up to 10 tags through any part of a document. Ideal for long
docs with repetitive structures.
3.5 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File conversion (page 48).
Product: CODE TO CODE
Author: AlphaBytes, Inc., 202-546-4119
DTP & Typesetting code conversion program. See full
description on page 164.
Product: ConvDW
Author: CrossCourt Systems, 517-332-4353
Version: 1.2 (01-20-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version with printed manual plus
other shareware programs on disk.
Look for: CONVDW.ZIP on BBSs (call 517-353-5458 to download it at
no charge); CONVDW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72446,2704 for assistance).
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts IBM DisplayWrite 3, 4, or 5 files to ASCII. It is the
best available program of its type. Can drop soft returns or
convert to hard returns. Can expand tabs to spaces or retain
them, drop other unwanted spaces, and mark font attributes such
as underlining. IBM does not publish the file format for
DisplayWrite so this is one of only a handful of programs,
either shareware or commercial, that will read DW files.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 170
Product: Decoder!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Tag and Code Stripper for Ventura Publisher. See full
description on page 165.
Product: PM2LINO
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Removes Ctrl-D characters from PostScript. See full
description on page 77.
Product: PS-TEXT
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Extracts text from PostScript file to ASCII. See full
description on page 78.
Product: Tag!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Automatic Pre-Tagging for Ventura Pub. Files. See full
description on page 168.
Product: TextCon
Author: CrossCourt Systems, 517-332-4353
Version: 1.73 (05-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Latest release with printed manual plus
other shareware programs on disk.
Look for: TEXTCON.ZIP on BBSs (call 517-353-5458 to download it
at no charge); TEXTCN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72446,2704 for assistance).
Download size: 41k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Reformats ASCII files for import to a word processor. Among
its features: strips carriage returns or adds them, as needed;
removes extraneous spaces; allows changes in line and paragraph
spacing. Its carriage return stripping is superb, properly
handling almost any paragraph style. Saves tremendous amount
of editing normally needed when importing ASCII files. Accepts
non-standard ASCII (pre-5.0 WordStar, Macintosh, and Unix). IBM
DCA/RFT output option available separately.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 171
Product: TextOut/5
Author: CrossCourt Systems, 517-332-4353
Version: 2.02 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest release with printed manual plus
other shareware programs on disk.
Look for: TEXTOUT5.ZIP on BBSs (call 517-353-5458 to download it
at no charge); TXTOUT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WPSGA forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72446,2704 for assistance).
Download size: 36k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts WordPerfect 5.0 and 5.1 files to ASCII, with
improvements over WordPerfect's ASCII-output capabilities.
Features include: translation of all text, including footnotes,
endnotes, tables, text and equation boxes, and comments; can
mark many formatting attributes, such as bold or italic, with
custom ASCII strings; better translation of WP's extended
character sets; optional page-format output; reformatting to
new line length; faster than Text Out; and allows wildcard
filenames.
3.6 Dictionaries
Product: PC-GLOSSARY
Author: Disston Ridge, Inc., 813-323-0961
Glossary of microcomputer & networking terms. See full
description on page 394.
3.7 Document boilerplates
Product: Surefire - Smart Document Proc
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
Version: S1.0 (12-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $69.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support, bonus Smart
Document applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SUREFI.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 73407,1034 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Combines the best features of a database manager and
spreadsheet directly into your word-processed document to form
Smart Documents. Smart Documents can be combined to form Smart
Document applications. Embed text, numeric, date and logical
fields anywhere in your document. These fields may be
calculated, stored or cause links to other documents or
databases. Gradually enhance your Smart Documents as you
experience the power of Surefire.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 172
3.7.1 Business specific
See also: Business (page 232).
Product: Business Plan Master (IBM)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
Product: Business Plan Master (Mac)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
Product: PC-FORMS and PC-LIBRARY
Author: Blackledge Law Office, 405-840-3563
Document Assembly System - Business & Legal. See full
description on page 159.
3.7.2 Legal specific
See also: Business, Specific-field systems, Legal & law
enforcement (page 274).
Product: PC-FORMS and PC-LIBRARY
Author: Blackledge Law Office, 405-840-3563
Document Assembly System - Business & Legal. See full
description on page 159.
3.8 Creativity & brainstorming
See also: Business, Training aids, Lecturing programs
(page 288).
Product: Babble!
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Version: 2.0 (02-08-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 400k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Typeset manual, nifty keyboard template,
many more writing samples to enhance their enjoyment of the
product, free technical support and notification of major
upgrades.
Look for: BAB200.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it at
no charge); BAB200.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,2605 for assistance);
BAB200.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7.
Download size: 158k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Spur your creativity and cure writer's block with Babble!, an
automatic writing program. Analyzes samples of text for style
and content, and then generates a steady stream of nonsensical
prose. Mix Shakespeare with Harold Robbins (or import your own
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 173
writings); apply special effects like Stutter and Subliminal.
Text is controlled on-the-fly using the unique "text-mixing
studio" control panel, and changes appear instantly.
"Wonderfully funny but useful," says PC Magazine (5/14/91).
Product: Creativity Package [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.2 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: CREATE*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 813-349-0050
to download it at no charge); CRTV*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
3-part program for writers, teachers, students, executives --
anyone who must produce fresh ideas. Includes a complete book-
on-disk on creativity enhancement, software for computer-aided
brainstorming, and a poetry writing program.
Product: NEWBIZ
Author: Centre for Commercial Innovation (CCI)
Version: 1.0 (03-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. CGA monitor recommended.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: Support, free updates.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NEWBIZ.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70431,3525 for
assistance).
Download size: 143k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Nobody ever got rich working for somebody else! So why not take
charge of your life, set up a business of your own and become
prosperous? Here is an exciting and effective Brainstorming
Program that will assist you in dreaming up- and evaluating
ideas to start your own business on a shoestring, based on the
tangible and intangible assets THAT YOU ALREADY HAVE! You can
also use it as a standalone Personal Decision Support System.
Product: PoeTrio
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
Three interactive poetry tutors with editors. See full
description on page 392.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 174
Product: Poetry Generator [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 2.3 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk or hi-capacity
floppy.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail suppor.
Look for: POETRY*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it
at no charge); POET*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Turn your computer into a poet! Using a 20,000-word vocabulary,
this program creates free-verse poems at the touch of a button.
Using the structure of actual poems as models, the program
randomly combines words and short phrases into verses 4 to 9
lines long. The results as fascinating. Some of these poems
have actually been published in national magazines. This
program has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Scientific
American, Writer's Digest.
Product: Poetry Star
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
AI poetry writing for entertainment, educ. See full
description on page 527.
3.9 Writing utilities
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Version: 3.01 (06-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $47.00
Registration benefits: One year fax/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: BIBLOGI*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); BIBLO*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 75020,556 for assistance).
Download size: 411k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Bibliographic database manager. A research & writing tool
allowing you to organize and print bibliographic information
and associated remarks. Can generate selected reference lists
in many styles to satisfy the requirements of different
publishing bodies. It also allows you to organize your own
notes on references. The comments on a particular concept may
then be selectively combined into a single document for further
word-processing. Compatible with most word-processors.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 175
Product: Lecture
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Displays text-based slide show lectures. See full description
on page 288.
3.10 Software tools
3.10.1 For multiple programs
Product: PCX2FNT
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Create fonts for LaserJet from PCX graphics. See full
description on page 75.
Product: PUTMAIL
Author: Gnosis Inc
Librarian Utility for PVCS. See full description on page 372.
3.10.2 For Word
3.10.2.1 Word for Windows
Product: Dinger
Author: Pinecliffe International, 303-642-0604
Version: 2.0 (02-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Word for Windows.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Latest version on disk; Font help;
Discounts!
Look for: DNGR20.ZIP on BBSs; DNGR20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSAPP forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 74730,1734 for
assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives you lightning-fast access to the bullet, em-dash, section
mark, copyright, arrow, and other common symbols, dingbats, and
"Foreign" characters. Also lets you get at any character in any
font with a couple of mouse clicks. Looking for the
ZapfDingbat finger? The Times Roman "Yen" sign? How about a
"(c)" in Helvetica? You don't need to go diving for the
printer manual any more, or tape another yellow sticky-note on
the monitor. Dinger shows how easy it can be!
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 176
Product: Enveloper
Author: Pinecliffe International, 303-642-0604
Version: 3.2 (05-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Word for Windows. HP
LaserJet or DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest disks and tips,
Cheat Sheet, Discounts.
Look for: ENVR32.ZIP on BBSs; ENVR32.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSAPP forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 74730,1734 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The fastest, easiest envelopes you've ever printed... Write
your letter. Click on "File" then "Enveloper". Check and make
sure Enveloper grabbed the address correctly. Click OK. Your
envelope comes out the printer, formatted the way you want it,
with your logo or return address, and (on lasers) a complete
postal bar code.
Lots of options: multiple return addresses; all sorts of fonts,
bold, italic, point sizes; LOGOS!; even a new print/merge
facility that works from existing merge docs.
Product: WOPR-WinWord Office POWER Pack
Author: Pinecliffe International, 303-642-0604
Version: 1.0 (07-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Word for Windows.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed Enveloper manual, latest disk,
tips, support, Discounts!
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WOPR*.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:MSAPP forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 74730,1734 for assistance).
Download size: 410k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The largest, most powerful collection of WinWord macros ever
assembled. Includes Enveloper (prints envelopes on LaserJets,
DeskJets, compatibles), PostScript Enveloper, 2 X 4 (prints any
document duplex or 4-up), a new File New (helps you keep track
of your templates and actually use them), Treasure (hunt for
new, useful menu assignments and macros you can use every day),
Dinger, WOPRClock, Labelit, Fancy Keys, Killer, Word Counter,
and much more.
3.10.3 For WordPerfect
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research, 619-942-0688
Converts xBase to Word Perfect secondary file. See full
description on page 48.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 177
3.10.4 For other
Product: Btr Help!
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Btrieve File Utility. Repair, Edit, Browse. See full
description on page 374.
Product: Changer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Changes files without word a processor. See full description
on page 375.
Product: Decoder!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Tag and Code Stripper for Ventura Publisher. See full
description on page 165.
Product: Filer!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Visual File Management for Ventura Publisher. See full
description on page 166.
Product: Index!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Automatic Index Coding for Ventura Publisher. See full
description on page 166.
Product: JEPRS (Jeepers!)
Author: Louis M. Miranda, 214-522-5110
Bibliographic Database Management System. See full description
on page 211.
Product: Over_LAZ
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
HP LaserJet overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 75.
Product: Over_LAZ PS
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
PostScript overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 77.
Product: PSEARCH
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Fast tool to search for files with text words. See full
description on page 24.
Chapter 3, "Writing applications" 178
Product: RECALL
Author: Patri-Soft, 714-352-2820
Version: 2.5 (04-11-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version and updates with BBS
support. Money Back Gurantee.
Look for: RECALL25.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); RECALL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance).
Download size: 74k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides advanced file selection for Wordperfect and other word
processing program. Enhances WordPerfect file selection by
providing sorted file lists, especially list sorted by date.
This allows you to locate files you most recently worked on.
Has a WordPerfect and text file viewer. It also can drive any
other program provided a command parameter can be the selected
filename. Features include text search, pattern matching and
more.
Product: Swap!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Instant DOS Shell for Ventura Publisher Gem. See full
description on page 168.
Product: Tag!
Author: Trinity Software, 703-791-2576
Automatic Pre-Tagging for Ventura Pub. Files. See full
description on page 168.
Product: WinEdit
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Perfect ASCII editor for Windows 3.0. See full description on
page 157.
3.11 Other
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Author: ThunderWare (tm), 716-723-1352
Captures Multiple Clipboard Text Items. See full description
on page 111.
Product: QENV
Author: Annette Cuomo, 714-597-7295
Envelope Addressor with Editor & Mailmerge. See full
description on page 80.
Chapter 4, "Spreadsheet applications" 179
Chapter 4
Spreadsheet applications
See also: Finances (page 295); Business (page 232).
4.1 Spreadsheet programs
Product: ALITE
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 1.10f (12-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256k RAM; CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $26.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 90-day
support, newsletter, update discounts.
Look for: ALITE.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-2505 to download it at
no charge); ALITE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 72727,616 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful Spreadsheet that will run even on a system with only
256K RAM! 2048 rows by 128 columns. Line, X-Y, Bar, Pie and
Stacked Bar Graphs. Macro Command Language, Mathematical,
Statistical, Financial, Date and String Functions. WKS and WK1
file compatible. Data Regression, Data Question and Data Bin
operations. File Import, Export and Merge, PIC file
generation, and File Linking. Split Windows, Block Protection,
Matrix Operations, and much more...
Product: AS-EASY-AS
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 5.01c (05-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 382k RAM; CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, newsletter,
90-day support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ASA501C.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-2505 to download it
at no charge); ASEASY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72727,616 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Powerful 8192 rows by 256 columns Spreadsheet. EMS and Virtual
Memory Support. Fully Mouseable. Print Preview Mode with
Headers, Footers, etc. Math, Statistical, Financial, Logical,
Date/Time, String and User Defined Functions. Text & Graphics
on same page. 12 Graph Types, (log scales, split graphs). 9-
pin, 24-pin and Laserjet Support. WKS and WK1 File Compatible.
Chapter 4, "Spreadsheet applications" 180
Powerful Macro Language. Goalseeking, dBASE File Export/
Import, File Merge & File Linking. Matrix Operations, much
more...
Product: EXPRESSCALC
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 4.10 (12-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM. Hard disk strongly
recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
phone/fax/mail support, product discounts.
Look for: ECALC*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-788-4008
to download it at no charge); ECALC4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Matrix size defaults to 64 columns by 256 lines for a total of
16,384 cells. Supports EGA and VGA monitors for more lines on
the screen. Math functions include Standard Deviation, Net
Present Value, Payment and more. Lookup function allows
linking to other spreadsheets. Cells can be hidden. Data can
be imported and exported between File Express and ExpressGraph.
Wide spreadsheets can be printed using On-Side.
Product: FREE & EASY [***]
Author: Free and Easy Software, 613-834-1738
Version: 1.11 (08-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
newsletter, upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 74660,3406 for
assistance).
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to make your calculations and what-if analysis easy to
setup and follow. You are not forced into a grid of rows and
columns as in a spreadsheet. Instead you use a freestyle, user-
defined structure. Start with a blank sheet, then add cells,
descriptive text, variables and ranges wherever suits you. It
is you who define the structure of the sheet.
Over 200 context sensitive and hyperlinked help topics
available. Tutorials, Instruction Book and sample applications
included.
Chapter 4, "Spreadsheet applications" 181
Product: QuickPlan [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Version: 2.1 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, newsletter
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: QPLAN21.EXE on BBSs (call 813-585-7082 to download it
at no charge); QP21.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70304,64 for assistance); QP21.EXE
on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A memory resident (pop-up) spreadsheet you can pop-up on top of
other programs at the touch of a key. You can even paste
information to other applications. The spreadsheets can be up
to 2100 cells and can be printed. Menu driven, and includes 18
pop-up windows and detailed context-sensitive help. Suitable
for many small and medium size spreadsheet jobs such as:
finance, business, profit & loss, checkbook, etc.
Product: Surefire - Smart Document Proc
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
Smart Document Processor - Word Proc/Database. See full
description on page 171.
4.2 Boilerplates/templates
Product: Business Plan Master (Mac)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
4.3 Spreadsheet utilities
See also: Utilities, Printer utilities (page 57).
Product: ON-SIDE
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Print any wide ASCII file sideways. See full description on
page 58.
4.4 Software tools
4.4.1 For multiple programs
Product: 4Print
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 69.
Chapter 4, "Spreadsheet applications" 182
4.4.2 For Lotus
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 603-598-4676
Portfolio Manager/Technical Analysis Template. See full
description on page 298.
Product: Total Investor for Symphony
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 603-598-4676
Portfolio Manager/Technical Analysis Template. See full
description on page 298.
4.5 Other
Product: LJLAND
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print docs, listings, manuals, spreadsheets. See full
description on page 74.
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Chapter 5
Database applications
See also: Data (page 213).
5.1 Relational database managers
Product: HouseHold TRACKER
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Version: 1.3a (02-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: FMSHT.ZIP on BBSs; FMSHT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 183k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This program keeps track of many of the items around the house
in one database. Items like household goods (model #'s, serial
#'s, cost, warranties, etc.), auto repairs, VCR tapes, magazine
subscriptions, phone list, utilities and credit cards. The
program will print your list for insurance purposes or make a
label for your VCR tape. Easy to use menus.
Product: IDP-MEMBER [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: V3.0 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year of 800# phone
support, one free update, customizing service.
Look for: IDPMEM30.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fully integrated organizational system for memberships, dues,
projects and member preferences. Allows for the creation of an
unlimited number of Member & Event databases so that a club can
track different classes of member and who is participating in
club projects. Dues and other charges can be assigned and
statements printed. Members can be catagorized by 16 user
defined Interest Areas and 16 Volunteer Service Areas. Has a
"Sneaker-Net" function.
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 184
Product: Movie Guide
Author: SANDD Software, 703-444-8655
Catalog Movies with full multimedia support. See full
description on page 458.
Product: PC-File
Author: ButtonWare, 206-454-0479
Version: 6.5 (05-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 450k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $89.90
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 900 number/
CompuServe/fax/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: PCF65*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-454-7875
to download it at no charge); PCF65*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73230,1363 for assistance).
Download size: 895k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This database is easy to use and helps you organize, update,
retrieve and manipulate information. Fully dBase compatible,
it analyzes and manages data with relational retrieve and
posting, search/query, duplicate record check and global
update. Create reports, graphs and charts, mailing labels,
mail merge letters. Plus bar code printer support, autodialer,
macros, and grapic interface fully accessible with a mouse or
keyboard.
Product: PC-HAM
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
HAM logging, contest and SS game simulation. See full
description on page 452.
Product: Quick Shop
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
The Grocery Shopping Assistant. See full description on
page 455.
Product: SoundMasterDb
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Audio Library Cataloging Program. See full description on
page 464.
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 185
Product: SR-Info
Author: Sub Rosa Publishing Inc., 416-398-8414
Version: 3.30 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $100.00
Registration benefits: Bound manual over 500 typeset pages; free
tech support by mail/fax/CIS; half hour free phone support;
discount on "Info Discozine" (magazine-on-a-disk).
Look for: SRI30*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Most powerful full-featured relational database language in
shareware world. Complete procedural language with compiler,
plus "conversational" mode. Language VP-Info compatible;
handles dBASE/Clipper data files without conversion. Now
supports dBASE memo fields. Maximum 6 data files with multiple
active indexes at same time; 65,000 records. Full suite of
commented sample programs to use as models for your own
projects. Outperforms most $795 products; it's easier to learn
and faster to program.
Product: STAFF-BASE
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 3.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM. Hard disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $69.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version of
software, selfrunning DEMO-TUTOR developed with Dan Bricklins
Demo II, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STAFF3.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
DBMS productivity tool designed for minimizing keystrokes.
Innovative features: data viewing and input via powerful data-
table, copy range of cells, replicate content of cell, search
and replace, change character case (upper,lower,proper) in cell
or globally. Complex relational structures by means of the
dBLOOKUP feature. Simple filtering, complex query and sorting,
data import/export, statistics for filtered data, data base
housekeeping, report/label generator, macros, access to
external files...
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Product: STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: XX (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $250.00
Registration benefits: See each STAFF module: INTEGRATOR, BASE,
GRAF, REPORT, UTIL, KICK, DIAL, MASK.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 2000k (about 149 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Product family designed to give the user specialized tools for
managing day to day operations with large amounts of data. A
consistent user interface is common to all modules. You can
custom design your DBMS tool by integrating only the needed
modules. STAFF-BASE is the database engine. Check the other
STAFF modules for Graphics, Relational Reports, Miscellaneous
Utilities, TSR Database Engine, Dialing from DBF file, Mask
generation and use, RunTime Module for developers of database
applications..
Product: STAFF-DEVELOPER
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Free RunTime Licence for Database Engines. See full
description on page 537.
Product: STAFF-KICK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 2.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM. Extended or expanded
memory and hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version on disk,
and phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFKIC.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
The TSR version of STAFF-BASE. It is recommendable to be used
in parallel with spreadsheets, word processors, or large
applications. Extended or expanded memory is identified
automatically and swapping from and to any application is
instantaneous. When no extended or expanded memory is available
the swapping is taking place between the hard disk and the
memory, resulting in a slower implementation. Dialing can be
performed when the cursor is placed on a valid phone number....
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 187
Product: STAFF-MASK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 1.2 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version on disk,
phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFMAS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Allows you to create without traditional programming effort
masks for data entry, viewing, and editing. The data entry
cells can be set up for data validation purposes. Data entry
can be performed using the classic double entry mode and
automatic checking, giving the possibility of correction.
Filtering and powerfull queries allow efficient data retreival
for viewing and editing purposes. The dBLOOKUP allows an
efficient data entry and viewing system by showing other DBFs
as data tables.
Product: STAFF-REPORT
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Relational Report Generator for DBF files. See full
description on page 212.
Product: WAMPUM
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Version: 4.2 (12-31-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk or two 720K floppy
drives. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Next update free plus 90 days free
support by phone/mail/BBS. Soft-bound manual set is $20.
Unlimited-user network licenses are $150.
Look for: WAMPUM42.ZIP on BBSs (call 404-879-5985 to download it
at no charge); WAMPUM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 3; WAMPUM42.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
One of the data base granddaddy's of the shareware revolution,
WAMPUM provides the richest assortment of DBMS functions for
the lowest cost of any data base product in the world. WAMPUM
now can be loaded as a 20K TSR and supports PCX graphic fields.
Provides fully relational, menu-driven DBMS support with
standard dBASE III data bases. Virtually all dBASE features are
supported including dBASE-compat. reports and labels. Includes
PowerBrowse, form letter support, and a phone dialer.
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Product: Wyndfields for Windows
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Version: 1.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 1.5MB RAM.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: WFW.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 390k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This powerful, relational database for Windows offers:
extensive search capabilities, unsurpassed date and time
tracking, multiple indexing, and math and string functions for
calculations. It easily handles the printing of mailing
labels, form letters, free-style reports, and detailed custom-
designed tabular reports.
Relational capabilities are fully integrated into every aspect
of the program, allowing you to view, search, and report on
data from several related databases at once.
Product: Zephyr
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Version: 2.0 (12-31-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Soft-bound manual, next upgrade free,
plus 90 days free support by phone/mail/BBS. Unlimited-user
network license is $250.
Look for: ZEPHYR20.ZIP on BBSs (call 404-879-5985 to download it
at no charge); ZEPHYR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 3; ZEPHYR20.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 720k (about 54 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fully relational, FoxPro-compatible DBMS for non-programmers.
It now can be loaded as a 20K TSR pop-up. 25 data bases can be
manipulated simultaneously. Its performance is roughly 16 times
that of dBASE III.
Using a Mac-like interface, sophisticated applications can be
designed in minutes, not months. Reports, labels, list, and
form letters are a breeze to create. Has an integrated
windowing environment and includes a calendar, puzzle, and a
calculator. Supports a mouse!
5.2 Flat-file database managers
See also: Database applications, Mailing label systems
(page 193).
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Product: Book Librarian
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Book Cataloging Program. See full description on page 433.
Product: COMPLEX
Author: TIESOH
Manages condominiums, apartments, & co-ops. See full
description on page 279.
Product: Data Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Version: 2.2 (04-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone/fax/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: DMASTE.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); DMASTE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72357,2034 for assistance).
Download size: 327k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows you to create, modify, sort, report, and query dBase
files. Super Report Writer. Supports all laserjet and dot
matrix printers. Query Builder allows you to define, save, and
restore queries so you can work with any subset of records.
Form Letter utility allows you to create form letters which
merge data from dBase files. Finds duplicates, searches and
replaces any data. Mailing Label utility. Sums/averages data.
Frequency analysis. Supports unlimited number of records. Much
more..
Product: dLITE
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Version: 2.0 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 160k RAM, or under 100K with
64K of available EMS memory.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Soft-bound, printed manual plus next
upgrade free and 90 days free technical support by phone/mail/
BBS.
Look for: DLITE20.ZIP on BBSs (call 404-879-5985 to download it
at no charge); DLITE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 3; DLITE20.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A programmable dBASE III-compatible desktop file manager with
several major enhancements. It is designed to be loaded as a
TSR which can be "popped up" from within any text-based DOS
application.
While working with your favorite word processor or spreadsheet,
up to 10 different applications can be popped up and data can
be "pasted" into the foreground application. Using LOTUS-style
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 190
menus, sophisticated applications can be designed. A sample
mail list is included on the disk.
Product: FASTFILE
Author: Interactive Mini Systems, Inc., 509-783-3829
Version: 5.33 (07-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $70.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
newsletter support, utilities. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: FAST-F.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); FAST-F.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An extremely fast (FULL featured) database. Files are always
compressed. Great for laptop's and single disk computers. Many
features reduce data entry effort. Comes with Billing,
CheckBook/GL, Invoice, Client List (mail labels), Inventory,
Teacher's Gradebook, & FASTquiz (makes matching & multiple
choice tests & scrambles answers). Or create your own file
design. Hundreds recds/file and several files/disk. It's easy
to learn because same screen is used to enter, edit, find
records.
Product: FILE EXPRESS
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 5.1 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM. Hard disk strongly
recommended.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
phone/fax/mail support, product discounts.
Look for: FE51*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-788-4008
to download it at no charge); FE51*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 720k (about 54 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use flat file database manager with relational
LOOKUP and UPDATE capabilities. Handles over 2 billion records
per database, 200 fields per record, 1000 characters per field
and 4000 characters per record. Includes extensive searching,
reporting, label printing, importing, exporting and duplicate
searching. Database formats can be changed at any time without
losing data. Formula handler includes over 60 string and
numeric functions. Includes an auto-dialer. Supports 300+
printers.
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Product: FLAGS(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Version: 2.2 (04-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM. Strongly
recommended: 80286, DOS 3.3 or better, and a mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FLAG4.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DBASE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72117,165 for
assistance).
Download size: 1024k (about 76 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Harness the power of FoxPRO 2.0 or dBASE IV or dBASE III+
without programming. Create single & related database
applications in 5 simple steps. FLAGS writes the code & the
user manual for you. Use PICTURE and TEMPLATE functions to
control input, assign valid ranges or entries for each field,
can handle indexes on any field and allows easy switch to any
indexed order. Stand alone (executable) and smaller
application versions available. R&R Report Writer can be used
to do customized reports.
Product: FlyMaster [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
A superb fly selection program for anglers. See full
description on page 476.
Product: Information Please
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Free-Form Database, Text Database. See full description on
page 201.
Product: Music Manager for Windows
Author: Joe Herrera, 817-382-7585
Music collection database. See full description on page 436.
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software, 303-838-5796
Name/Address/Notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 270.
Product: On This Day
Author: The Software Construction Co.
"What Happened On This Day in History?" See full description
on page 407.
Product: PC-File
Author: ButtonWare, 206-454-0479
Easy to use, dBase compat, relational lookup. See full
description on page 184.
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 192
Product: Personal Databases [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
A simple but effective PIM with 6 main utils. See full
description on page 115.
Product: PopDBF
Author: Bowen Software, 309-699-0950
4K TSR for "Instant Access to X-Base Files" See full
description on page 204.
Product: SR-Info
Author: Sub Rosa Publishing Inc., 416-398-8414
High-performance relational database language. See full
description on page 184.
Product: STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
DBMS-Productivity Product Family. See full description on
page 185.
Product: STAFF-DEVELOPER
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Free RunTime Licence for Database Engines. See full
description on page 537.
Product: STAFF-DIAL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Dialing with phone numbers stored in DBF file. See full
description on page 109.
Product: STAFF-KICK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
TSR DBMS compatible with dBASE III Plus. See full description
on page 186.
Product: TakeNote
Author: ButtonWare, 206-454-0479
Version: 1.0 (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; either 720k
floppy drive or a hard disk.
Registration fee: $69.90
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, card decks,
900 number/CompuServe/fax/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: TN10*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-454-7875
to download it at no charge); TN10*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 15 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73230,1363 for assistance).
Download size: 460k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This Windows personal filer is a combination Rolodex, address
book and autodialer. Store names, addresses and muliple phone
numbers on 19 pre-defined cards; manage and maintain multiple
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 193
address files; auto-dial any phone number and create a list of
frequently used speed dial numbers; print mailing labels,
reports, 3x5 cards. Search using names, numbers, "sounds
like". Imnport/export to Windows cardfile, ASCII, dBase and
WordPerfect.
Product: VIDEOCAT
Author: William A. Jackson
Catalogs videocassette collections. See full description on
page 460.
Product: WAMPUM
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Menu-Driven dBASE-Compat. DBMS in a 20K TSR. See full
description on page 187.
Product: Wyndfields for DOS
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Version: 1.2 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $70.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, tutorial, master disks,
upgrade discounts.
Look for: WFIELD12.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful, general purpose database, offering extensive search
capabilities, unsurpassed date and time tracking, multiple
indexing, and math and string functions for calculations. It
easily handles the printing of mailing labels, form letters,
free-style reports, and detailed custom-designed tabular
reports. Pull-down menus and mouse support make it easy to
use.
Product: Zephyr
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
FoxPro-Compatible DBMS for Non-Programmers. See full
description on page 188.
5.3 Mailing label systems
See also: Database applications, Flat-file database managers
(page 188); Utilities, Printer utilities, Envelope addressers
(page 78).
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Product: The Address Book Solution
Author: GSF Software & Solutions, 716-283-3804
Version: 2.1 (05-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual & disk; telephone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
TSR Mailing/Address list program. Unlimited capacity. Sorts
data in user-defined order. Allows the selection of records
using a dBASE compatible filter. User-defined field names.
Carry forward from Add/Edit. Copies data into PC application.
Import/Export/Mail-Merge. Quick search and approximate search
methods. Output to printer or file. Store data on HD/diskette.
Programmable keys for use within TABS & other applications. 30
user-defined categories. Displays previously added record.
Product: CompUser
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
A Rated Cyclopedia Of The Shareware Arena. See full
description on page 535.
Product: Data Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Create/modify/sort/report/query dBase files. See full
description on page 189.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
7k TSR Database/Dialer. See full description on page 110.
Product: FASTMAIL
Author: CACHE MICROSYSTEMS, 805-549-0532
Version: 2.27 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM. Hard Disk
Recommended.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: 1 yr. Tech Support.
Look for: FSTML227.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Easy to use menu driven mailing list program. Many features
include: add, edit, delete, display, two pass duplicate name
search, print names, print mailing labels on six different
formats, supports laser printer printers, statistics, names
printed in 10 differeent orders. Full screen editing and
database backup for multiple list support. Export data for mail
Merge, SDF or DBASE formats. Browse/subject searching on all or
specific fields. Full International Support
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Product: Federal Express Label Printer
Author: TVSWare, 908-295-5543
Version: 1.5 (10-09-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. Dot matrix printer.
640k RAM and hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FEDEX.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:LAWSIG forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76427,3056 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you print and track Federal Express and Express Mail
airbills. You can keep a database of names, companies and
addresses of people whom you send letters or packages to. This
new version includes support the new FedEx forms,
international, and Canadian forms, and C.O.D. forms. The
ability to keep a log of your FedEx shipments has also been
included. "I'm most impressed with this version of the
package." -- Randy MacLean, FormGen Corp.
Product: FILE EXPRESS
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Powerful, easy DBMS with relational features. See full
description on page 190.
Product: FlexBase
Author: National MicroSystems, 416-599-1228
Create database, reports, letters, labels. See full
description on page 270.
Product: GRAB Plus(r)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Envelope Addressor & Database. See full description on
page 78.
Product: IDP-LABELER [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 1.5 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 800# phone support,
customization service.
Look for: IDPLAB15.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows for the creation of unlimited numbers of user named
databases and up to 32 user defined key-word sort fields. Names
can be efforlessly copied or moved from one database to another
and labels can be generated for ALL database entries or names
can be selected from a scrolling list. Prints in last name or
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zip code order. Integrated word processor for mail merging to
any database. Several reports are available. Backup done
internally. Pop-up calculator & calendar included.
Product: Label Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Version: 5.1 (04-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone/fax/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: LMASTE.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); LMASTE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72357,2034 for assistance).
Download size: 345k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This PC Magazine Editor's Choice mailing list program maintains
an unlimited number of records. Sorts automatically by name,
zip code, and any other data field. Supports all laserjet and
dot matrix printers. Prints all size mailing labels, Rolodex
cards, and envelopes. Bar codes. Report writer. Bulk mail
reports. Text editor for mailmerge form letters. Finds
duplicates, searches and replaces any data, checks state/Zip
Code accuracy. Query builder selects any subset of records.
Easy.
Product: Mail Machine
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print Envelopes and Labels on all LaserJets. See full
description on page 79.
Product: Maillist / M-Label [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 5.4 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk or hi-capacity
floppy.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: MAIL*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 813-751-2096
to download it at no charge); MAIL*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use mailing list manager for business or personal use,
manages up to 99 separate lists. Prints labels, has automatic
duplicate checking, search by any field, "sound alike" search,
pop-up notepad for each record, optional password protection,
compare and combine lists, restore deleted records, extra
fields for user coding, label customization and more.
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Product: MULTIFILE-XL
Author: H&P Software, 719-561-0810
Version: 1.7 (08-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Latest version with printed manual.
Look for: MULT-XL on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A database for mailing labels, inventories, and maintenance
records. Each record has 6 fields at 50 characters per field.
Up to 4 search names can by typed to find records. Prints
special labels in color using EPSON JX-80 compatible printers.
No.of records limited by disk space. Sorted printouts limited
to 10,000 record files. Can be used as an external cust.& parts
or goods database with FAST INVOICE WRITER,(Disk #_____).Prints
1-across labels only. Does date flagging, and numeric search-
total.
Product: My Little Realm
Author: My Little Realm
Checking, charging, mailing label system. See full description
on page 308.
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software, 303-838-5796
Name/Address/Notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Names & Dates
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Address Book, Calendar, Mailing Label combo. See full
description on page 114.
Product: PARTY TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Political Organization Membership System. See full description
on page 273.
Product: PC-Names
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Version: 1.33 (12-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $18.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support, vinyl address book cover.
Look for: PCNM132.ZIP on BBSs (call 510-937-0156 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Holds unlimited names with generous address and notes areas.
Prints mailing labels (1-3 across), pocket-size (and any larger
size) address books, Rolodex cards (2 sizes), envelopes
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(optional return address), 5 more reports. Telephone autodial,
sort by name or Zip code, Mail Merge, export, import,
categories for grouping names, duplicate search, custom label
sizes, documentation on disk, support for laser and dot matrix
printers.
Product: PhoneBook
Author: Robert M. Bernard
Manage lists of names, addresses, & phone #'s. See full
description on page 97.
Product: Plain Vanilla Labels
Author: Rosewood Software, 416-284-6119
Version: 3.13 (12-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Printer.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: A code will be sent which will remove
exhortations to register.
Look for: PVLAB313.ZIP on BBSs; PV313.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 70461,2507 for
assistance).
Download size: 98k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Plain Vanilla Labels is an easy-to-use label program which uses
standard 3 1/2 by 15/16 inch tractor feed labels. Labels can be
stored in up to 10 files, or a label can be printed without
saving the data. Each label file can have its own set of macros
to make data entry easier. Data can be indexed at any point in
each label. Remarks can be "hidden" in any part of the label so
that they can be seen by the user but not printed on the label.
The program has a sophisticated search function.
Product: PLAN
Author: TIESOH
Management of employees by benefit choices. See full
description on page 271.
Product: PostCardMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 4.00 (07-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: PCM400.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); PCM400.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to help Users compose post cards and maintain
addresses. The Address feature has entries for name,
salutation, code, 3 line address and a line for ZipCode,
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telephone number, and a remarks line. Print outs include
listings of the addresses, address labels, 3X5 cards, 8 types/
sizes of post cards or Roladex cards AND response cards that
pre print a response from the addressee to mail to the
originator. Post cards cost 1/3 less than a letter and in some
cases are equally as good ie meetings.
Product: Public Address
Author: Paradise Programming, 206-352-9863
Version: 2.1 (03-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM. Hard disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/mail
support, one free update.
Look for: PUB_ADD.EXE on BBSs (call 206-943-1513 to download it
at no charge); PUB_AD.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70322,231 for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Exceptionally easy to use compact Address Database. Totally
menu driven! SEARCHES and PRINTS on seven fields. Prints
Labels, Envelopes, Phone book (sorted by Name or Business),
WordPerfect mail merge file (9 fields), Report, all output can
go to an ASCII file, and it will even dial your phone. Prints
return address on envelopes. Sorts by Name or Zip+4. Unlimited
records, groups. Great for note-book computers or anywhere disk
space is at a premium. Compact but full featured! Supports all
printers.
Product: Simply Labels
Author: SimpleWare, 709-489-3757
Free form label program with many features. See full
description on page 536.
Product: SR-Info
Author: Sub Rosa Publishing Inc., 416-398-8414
High-performance relational database language. See full
description on page 184.
Product: STAFF-BASE
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Flat File DBMS with relations to other DBF's. See full
description on page 185.
Product: STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
DBMS-Productivity Product Family. See full description on
page 185.
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Product: STAFF-KICK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
TSR DBMS compatible with dBASE III Plus. See full description
on page 186.
Product: TakeNote
Author: ButtonWare, 206-454-0479
Easy Windows personal filer, predefined cards. See full
description on page 192.
Product: Zephyr
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
FoxPro-Compatible DBMS for Non-Programmers. See full
description on page 188.
5.4 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File conversion (page 48).
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research, 619-942-0688
Converts xBase to Word Perfect secondary file. See full
description on page 48.
Product: STAFF-BASE
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Flat File DBMS with relations to other DBF's. See full
description on page 185.
Product: STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
DBMS-Productivity Product Family. See full description on
page 185.
Product: STAFF-UTIL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Utilities for the maintenance-update of DBFs. See full
description on page 207.
5.5 Freeform/text database managers
Product: ClassAdz(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Network Electronic Bulletin Board System. See full description
on page 141.
Product: Data Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Create/modify/sort/report/query dBase files. See full
description on page 189.
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Product: dtSearch
Author: DT Software, Inc., 703-521-9427
Version: 1.12 (05-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year CompuServe/
mail/900 number support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DTSRCH.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72607,3323 for
assistance).
Download size: 305k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, powerful, and easy to use text retrieval program.
Search features: indexed and unindexed searches, boolean logic
(AND, OR, NOT), proximity and phrase searches, and segment
searches. Indexing features: up to 15,000 documents per index,
unlimited number of indexes. Other features: file viewers,
network support, clipboard, application "launch."
Supports WordPerfect 5.0, 5.1, 5.1 for Windows, WordStar,
WordStar 2000, Word, Word for Windows, RTF, Multimate Advantage
II and Multimate 4.
Product: FlexBase
Author: National MicroSystems, 416-599-1228
Create database, reports, letters, labels. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Information Please
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 2.07 (06-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, new versions at discount,
newsletter.
Look for: IP207.ZIP on BBSs; IP207.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for
assistance).
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This text storage and retreival program allows you to store and
retreive full-text informaton such as memos, catalogues,
briefs, letters, articles, invoices, manuals, product
descriptions -- be creative! IP also supports PCX graphics so
you can relate a graphic image to a text entry. PC Focus says
"The potential for this program is unlimited ... IP is
simplicity itself."
Product: Surefire - Smart Document Proc
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
Smart Document Processor - Word Proc/Database. See full
description on page 171.
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5.6 Keypunch programs
Product: KP5
Author: Peter Charpentier
Version: 5.07 (03-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 350k RAM.
Registration fee: $85.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited support,
upgrade discounts.
Look for: KP5.ZIP on BBSs; KP5.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 70053,705 for assistance).
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Professional double-pass data entry package, used by 'heads-
down' keypunch operators to enter and verify batches of data
from survey research questionnaires and other forms. Features:
record length up to 32,000 characters, no limit on file size,
rapid setup of data entry mask, simple drop-down menu
interface, two-level range checking, full or partial
verification, automatic duplication between and within records,
password protection, session logging to dBase or ASCII,
composite record keys.
5.7 Database utilities
Product: Data Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Create/modify/sort/report/query dBase files. See full
description on page 189.
Product: PCFDial [***]
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Powerful 7k TSR voice/fax screen autodialer. See full
description on page 109.
Product: Recap [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Fix capitalization in dBase-compatible files. See full
description on page 203.
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Product: SNAP!
Author: Walter J. Kennamer
Version: 5.0 (01-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Unknown.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SNP501.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 74025,514
for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prepares extensive technical documentation for FoxPro, dBASE,
and Clipper systems. It formats source code and adds keyword
capitalization, indentation, program headings and much more.
Also prepares a series of reports including: action diagrams;
tree diagram; variable cross reference; data dictionary; index
file summary; report form layouts. It makes old code look new
again!
5.8 Software tools
See also: Programming, Languages (page 352); Programming,
Software tools (page 373).
5.8.1 For multiple programs
Product: 4Print
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 69.
Product: JORF Interpreter and Tutorial
Author: The JORF Company, 503-824-5673
OOP Language interpreter for DOS and Windows. See full
description on page 367.
Product: Recap [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.0 (07-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 900 number/
CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: RECAP*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2290 to download it at
no charge); RECA*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
It can be very frustrating to find that some of your database
records have been entered in all caps when you didn't want them
that way, or that some have not been entered in all caps when
you did want them that way! Goes through any dBase-III
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compatible database file and make the desired adjustments. This
program can save you from hours of re-entering data.
5.8.2 For dBASE
Product: dBkit [***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Xbase programming and maintenance toolkit. See full
description on page 366.
Product: dLITE
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Memory-res dBASE-Compat Desktop File Manager. See full
description on page 189.
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research, 619-942-0688
Converts xBase to Word Perfect secondary file. See full
description on page 48.
Product: FLAGS(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Flatfile Application Generator System. See full description on
page 190.
Product: KWIKSTAT
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Statistical Data Analysis. See full description on page 345.
Product: PopDBF
Author: Bowen Software, 309-699-0950
Version: 4.0 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 4k RAM if used in "TSR
swapping" mode; 46k otherwise.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone/CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: POPDBF??.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); POPDBF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76665,736 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 4K TSR that provides "Instant Access to X-Base Files". Here
are just a few of its features:
* Easily select ANY database, any drive
* Append, browse, delete, and edit records
* Delete, pack and zap databases
* Lightning fast search of entire record or selected
field(s)
* View structure
* Print structure or records (browse or edit format) to a
printer or file
* View index expressions (.IDX, .NDX, .NTX)
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* Network Compatible
* Context sensitive help
Product: Workbase [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.5 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Some knowledge of dBase,
Clipper, etc.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 900 number/
CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: WORK*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2096 to download it at
no charge); WORK*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Clipper developers: this is an interactive environment for over
90 "dBase language" commands, including some that may be new to
you. Create, append, edit, browse, restore from and save to MEM
files, display memory, display structure, modify structure --
many other commands for development, troubleshooting and
support. Includes simple PRG interpreter. If your applications
use dBase-compatible files, you'll love this handy utility.
Unlike other "dot prompt" programs, this one works!
5.8.2.1 dBASE III specific
Product: Badge-O-Magic
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
LaserJet Nametags Using Any dBASE III File. See full
description on page 69.
Product: Data Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Create/modify/sort/report/query dBase files. See full
description on page 189.
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Product: dBF-View
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 1.0 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM. Hard disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, latest version of
software, and phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DBVIEW.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 123k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This dBASE III file viewer lets you see the database structure
and/or the contents. It is possible to open a DBF file with a
selected Index. Included utilities:
COPIAS A copy program that optimizes diskette usage
FREE Displays the free Disk space
FRAM Displays the amount of free RAM
FL A listing program
SEAREP Search/replaces text in many files
FQ Batch enhancer
FDUMP File Dumper (EBCDIC,HEX,ASCII)
Product: STAFF-BASE
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Flat File DBMS with relations to other DBF's. See full
description on page 185.
Product: STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
DBMS-Productivity Product Family. See full description on
page 185.
Product: STAFF-DEVELOPER
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Free RunTime Licence for Database Engines. See full
description on page 537.
Product: STAFF-DIAL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Dialing with phone numbers stored in DBF file. See full
description on page 109.
Product: STAFF-GRAF
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Graphics for Data stored in dBASE III format. See full
description on page 414.
Product: STAFF-KICK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
TSR DBMS compatible with dBASE III Plus. See full description
on page 186.
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Product: STAFF-MASK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Custom designed RETRIEVE/EDIT/ADD/DELETE Mask. See full
description on page 186.
Product: STAFF-REPORT
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Relational Report Generator for DBF files. See full
description on page 212.
Product: STAFF-UTIL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 2.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version on disk,
phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFUTL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Set of utilities for DBF maintenance: DBF file size
optimization; Breaking down DBF files according to record
number, in equal size parts, maximum capacity per file; Backup
& restore of DBF files; File compression & decompression;
Encryption & decryption; Viewing DBF files; File translation to
and from: LOTUS 123, MULTIPLAN, SUPERCALC, dBASE II, DIF, CSV,
ASCII, Wordstar Mailmerge; Updating of the information stored
in a DBF file by using as input another DBF file with a common
structure.
5.8.3 For FoxPro/FoxBASE+
Product: DB2DOC
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Version: 2.0 (06-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. FoxPro 1.02 or FoxBASE+ 2.10
or later.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, one year phone support.
Look for: DB2DOC.ZIP on BBSs (call 908-735-2180 to download it at
no charge); DB2DOC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:FOXFORUM forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72411,1071 for assistance).
Download size: 12k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Inspects all DBF files in the current directory and quickly
generates/updates a FoxBASE+/FoxPro dbf file, "DB2DOC.ddb".
Menus are provided to BROWSE the documentation database to add
application, file, and field descriptions, and record counts.
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Generates file and field descriptions and statistics to screen,
printer, or disk file for any or all dbf files. Source code
included.
Product: DB2PRG
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Version: 2.1 (06-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. FoxPro 1.02 or FoxBASE+ 2.10
or later.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, one year phone support.
Look for: DB2PRG.ZIP on BBSs (call 908-735-2180 to download it at
no charge); DB2PRG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:FOXFORUM forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72411,1071 for assistance).
Download size: 8k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Inspects all DBF files in the current directory and quickly
generates a FoxBASE+/FoxPro program file, "MAKEDBF.prg",
containing the commands needed to create all or any of your DBF
structures. You may add "DO MAKEDBF" to the initialization
process of your application as suggested in the source code.
Product: QQUERY (All Fox versions)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Version: 2.10E (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. FoxPro (1.02 or 2.0) or
FoxBASE+ 2.10.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, source code, and the right
to use it in distributed applications.
Look for: QQUERY.ZIP on BBSs (call 908-735-2180 to download it at
no charge); QQUERY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:FOXFORUM forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72411,1071 for assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps users create, store, modify, and replay logical
rd
expressions. When combined with Fox or 3 party report
generators, it makes a simple yet powerful query tool.
For Fox database application developers, it adds powerful,
reusable, ad hoc record selection to developer designed data
and report formats. Has complete online help.
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Product: QQUERY (FoxBASE+ 2.10 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Version: 2.10E (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. FoxBASE+ 2.10.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, source code, and the right
to use it in distributed applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QQFBAS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72411,1071
for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps users create, store, modify, and replay logical
rd
expressions. When combined with Fox or 3 party report
generators, it makes a simple yet powerful query tool.
For Fox database application developers, it adds powerful,
reusable, ad hoc record selection to developer designed data
and report formats. Has complete online help.
Product: QQUERY (FoxPro 1.02 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Version: 2.10E (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. FoxPro 1.02.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, source code, and the right
to use QQuery in distributed applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QQFPR1.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72411,1071
for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps users create, store, modify, and replay logical
rd
expressions. When combined with Fox or 3 party report
generators, QQuery makes a simple yet powerful query tool.
For Fox database application developers, it adds powerful,
reusable, ad hoc record selection to developer designed data
and report formats. Has complete online help.
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Product: QQUERY (FoxPro 2.0 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Version: 2.10E (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. FoxPro 2.0.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, source code, and the right
to use it in distributed applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QQFPR2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72411,1071
for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps users create, store, modify, and replay logical
rd
expressions. When combined with Fox or 3 party report
generators, it makes a simple yet powerful query tool.
For Fox database application developers, QQuery adds powerful,
reusable, ad hoc record selection to developer designed data
and report formats. Has complete online help.
5.8.4 For Clipper
Product: Workbase [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Dot-prompt utility for DBMS programmers. See full description
on page 205.
5.8.5 For other
Product: Btr Watch
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 1.0 (09-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. BTRIEVE.EXE or BREQUEST.EXE
and a Btrieve application.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Latest version of Btr Watch / One year of
support / Bonus disk of other software to evaluate / $7 off
subscription to Shareware Magazine.
Look for: PROG. CORNER on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); BWCH10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NOVA forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71311,2334 for assistance).
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This memory resident Btrieve debugger traces the interaction
between your application and Btrieve files. Monitors calls to
Btrieve and makes an entry into a log file every time a Btrieve
file is accessed. The time, date, file name, operation,
duration, and result of each access is recorded. Network-
compatible and can trace file accesses from multiple
workstations. Catches files that have been opened multiple
times without closing them.
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Product: FoxTails #1(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Version: 1.0 (04-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. FoxPRO 2.0.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FTAIL1.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72117,165
for assistance).
Download size: 114k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full source code for collection of 12 highly usable FoxPRO 2.0
programming tools. Includes: power browse; sign maker (great
intro for your programs!); word processor conversion; routine
to get system date; routine to "lookup" records matching
keyboard input; and fantastic mouse driven screen keyboard
emulator for data input (facilitates handicapped user data
input!). Sample programs included with online documentation.
Some of best routines from one of the best FoxPRO programmers
around!
Product: SNAP!
Author: Walter J. Kennamer
Prepares technical docs for dBASE, FoxPro. See full
description on page 202.
Product: STAFF-UTIL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Utilities for the maintenance-update of DBFs. See full
description on page 207.
5.9 Other
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Bibliographic database manager. See full description on
page 174.
Product: Find Area Code (FAC)
Author: Mountain Data Systems, 303-773-9515
7K TSR ASCII freeform popup areacode database. See full
description on page 216.
Product: Information Please
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Free-Form Database, Text Database. See full description on
page 201.
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Product: JEPRS (Jeepers!)
Author: Louis M. Miranda, 214-522-5110
Version: 2.54 (10-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 6 months
phone/CompuServe/mail support, bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; JD25*.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 73567,471 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A bibliographic database system for writers & scientists. You
can add, edit, list, search, format, import, and export
reference citations. References can have a title, authors,
journal or book name, pages, volume, year, type (journal, book,
or abstract), editor, publisher, & keywords. Produces
WordPerfect 5.0/5.1 and PC-Write 3.0 compatible output files,
including boldface, italics, underlining, super- & sub-scripts.
It also reads your manuscript and generates a bibliography for
you.
Product: The Pool Manager
Author: American Systems
Football Pool Organizer/Database (all sports). See full
description on page 473.
Product: SCBABOTL
Author: Raymond A.J. Pesek, 216-225-7565
Version: 1.40 (06-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Personalized reports & menus. Free
upgrading.
Look for: SCBABT14.ZIP on BBSs (call 408-373-3773 to download it
at no charge); SCBT14.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:SAFETYNET forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72270,650 for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An inventory & management program for Fire Dept's & industrial
fire brigades. Keeps track of all your PASS units & SCBA
bottles. Provides early warning of bottles needing a hydro test
or refilled before use (per the NFPA 1500 "3 month rule"), plus
PASS units overdue for a new battery. Gives budget report for
upcoming hydros. Tracks all bottles you fill for anybody &
generates activity reports. Records maintenance info for
bottles & PASS units. Very easy to use.
Chapter 5, "Database applications" 213
Product: STAFF-REPORT
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 2.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version on disk,
phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFREP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Data belonging to a primary and several related secondary DBF
files can be printed into one report. Several printing formats
can be generated, stored and documented for each primary file.
Report generation editor with on screen selection of related
DBF fields. The selection of records to be printed is possible
using a simple filtering or a complex query procedure. Report
can be sent to printer, screen, or to a file on disk. Up to 3
lines for titles, 3 lines for footer, and 17 lines for the
header.
Chapter 6, "Data" 214
Chapter 6
Data
6.1 Words
Product: WordZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
A Blank Book For YOU To Fill In. See full description on
page 467.
6.2 Mapping data
Product: VERSAMAP
Author: Charles H. Culberson, 302-731-0694
Draws maps using Micro World Data Bank II. See full
description on page 411.
Product: WORLD29 [***]
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Global Mapping/tracking Geography. See full description on
page 412.
6.3 Marketing data
Product: Surefire Contacts
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
A Surefire Contact Management Application. See full
description on page 271.
6.3.1 Shareware specific
Product: CompUser
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
A Rated Cyclopedia Of The Shareware Arena. See full
description on page 535.
Product: The ShareWare Book
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
A software entrepreneur's cookbook. See full description on
page 535.
Chapter 6, "Data" 215
Product: Shareware Tracker [***]
Author: BlueCollar Software, 513-653-8388
Version: 2.0 (08-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, newsletter support, latest
version.
Look for: SWT20.ZIP on BBSs; SWT20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72630,1714 for
assistance).
Download size: 273k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For the shareware author. Tracks registered users, submissions,
site licenses, revenue, expenses, and more. Mail-merges letters
and prints mailing labels. Allows an unlimited number of user-
defined reports. Has context sensitive on-line help, the
ability to change screen colors, pull-down menus, and many
other features. Has a database with over 540 ASP approved
Vendors and BBS's.
6.4 World facts
Product: Flags
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Displays 600 Flags from around the World. See full description
on page 384.
Product: On This Day
Author: The Software Construction Co.
"What Happened On This Day in History?" See full description
on page 407.
Product: Save the Planet
Author: Save the Planet Software, 303-641-5035
Ozone & greenhouse data, easy word processor. See full
description on page 406.
Product: STS26
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Space Shuttle Tracker. See full description on page 388.
Chapter 6, "Data" 216
6.5 Zip codes
Product: ZK-Shell
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.0 (04-22-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. ZIPKEY from Eric
Isaacson Software.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/GEnie/mail support.
Look for: ZKSHELL.ZIP on BBSs; ZKSHEL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70040,645 for
assistance); ZKSHELL.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Windows application lets you use the popular ZIPKEY
program in Windows. Look up ZIP codes or City and State and
paste into Windows applications.
6.6 Area codes
Product: ACCU BBS Lister
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
WWIV On-line program to determine local BBSs. See full
description on page 224.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
7k TSR Database/Dialer. See full description on page 110.
Product: Find Area Code (FAC)
Author: Mountain Data Systems, 303-773-9515
Version: 1.61 (11-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. CGA monitor; 7k RAM as a TSR;
138k RAM as a non-TSR.
Registration fee: $17.95
Registration benefits: Latest version mailed via surface or CIS;
no upgrade fees for future releases; lifetime mail/email
support; beta testing available.
Look for: FAC161.ZIP on BBSs (call 303-673-9470 to download it at
no charge); FAC161.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72737,3237 for assistance).
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
TSR-capable program finds U.S. & foreign telephone area codes.
Search by city, state, country, area code or any text string.
Search your own ASCII file and/or any other external text file
at 800 lines per second on XT. Also has "fuzzy" sound-alike
spelling mode. Runs from DOS command line, or, as 7K TSR. Fully
configurable via DOS environment variable. Onscreen date/time.
Intelligently supports 25/43/50 line text mono/color video
modes, including DESQview, zooming to full screen when
necessary.
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Product: PCFDial [***]
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Powerful 7k TSR voice/fax screen autodialer. See full
description on page 109.
Product: ZK-Shell
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Run ZIPKEY ZIP Code lookup in Windows. See full description on
page 216.
6.7 Software tools
6.7.1 For other
Product: KP5
Author: Peter Charpentier
Keypunch system for IBM PCs. See full description on page 202.
6.8 Other
Product: KICK
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 1.0 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: Includes the book "A Daily Dose of the
American Dream".."
Look for: KICK.ZIP on BBSs; KICK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Kick in the Pants and a Pat on the Back is your own computer
mentor. It displays motivational and inspirational messages on
the screen in a pleasant shadowed box. Messages are displayed
at random. Place program in your Autoexec file for a morning
refresher each time you boot. Program contains over 150
messages based on the book "A Daily Dose of the American
Dream", A.C. Elliott, published by Saybrook. Everyone needs a
kick in the pants or a pat on the back now and then -- get
yours now!
Product: LJLAND
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print docs, listings, manuals, spreadsheets. See full
description on page 74.
Chapter 6, "Data" 218
Product: NOACH
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 2.4 (01-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Mouse recommended.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: NOACH.* on BBSs; NOACH.* on CompuServe in CIS:0 forum
LIBrary 0; NOACH.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Add and modify family-relations: parents, children, consorts.
Space provided for: name, place and date of birth, of death, of
christening, of burial, of marriage, of divorce, occupation,
current address. Max number of persons and matrimonies: 65535.
Children per parent: unlimited. Multiple consorts: possible.
Many features help entering data: copy name, occupation, etc.
from another person, display calendar of any year with easter-
date. Quick display of anyone's family-tree.
Product: Popup Help & Data (Ph.D.)
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology, 405-377-0444
Create cross-refenced pop-up help systems. See full
description on page 369.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 219
Chapter 7
Communications
7.1 General purpose modem communications
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software, 310-439-6104
Version: 2.8 (10-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM, modem or serial
port.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Bonus utilities.
Look for: CA28-*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 310-439-7714
to download it at no charge); CA28-*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73147,2665 for assistance); CA28-*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID TARTAN for
assistance).
Download size: 771k (about 57 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A general purpose communications program that may be used by
itself, or with several integrated accessories. Provides
standard comm program functions: dialing directories, macros,
disk log and backscreen, binary and ASCII file transfers,
scripted execution and so on. Included with this version are
scripts providing a file/directory management (FILEMGR), a
learning mode (LEARN), modem/modemless PC to PC file copy
(PC-2-PC) and more.
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Version: 1.33 (09-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. PKZIP/PKUNZIP; any text
editor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Removes openning screen, enables address
book, and user support.
Look for: EZ133.ZIP on BBSs (call 918-355-4409 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 182k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured mail manager for PCBoard, WildCat!, Major BBS,
and other bulletin board software that supports the QWK (Qmail)
format. EZ-Reader is compatible with these mail doors: QMail,
MarkMail, RoseMail, KMail, DJMail, RAMail, MjrMail, TomCat!,
and other QWK format doors. Enables you to read and reply to
mail while offline saving you money in long distance charges.
Other features include the ability to save and print multiple
messages, view news, bulletins, and new files.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 220
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Version: 2.00 (08-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Appropriate compression
programs.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Two hours of free telephone support,
quarterly newsletter, and removal of the opening screen.
Look for: EZ200*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 918-355-4409
to download it at no charge).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete mail management system enabling the user to read,
create, copy, print, save, fax, and, edit mail. Support for
QMail, MarkMail, RoseMail, RAMail, QWicKer, DJMail, Jimmer,
CMPMail, KMail, DJMail, MjrMail, TomCat!, XRS, TAPCIS, MCI
Mail, and all QWK format mail doors. Internal editor includes
120,000 word spelling checker. Optionally supports the Sound
Blaster, AdLib, and other sound cards.
7.2 Service-specific programs
7.2.1 For CompuServe
Product: CatScan
Author: Rochester Heritage
CIS catalog manager, TAPCIS script generator. See full
description on page 229.
Product: CIS Billing Orgainizer
Author: JNGoodale, 404-392-0781
Version: 1.01 (05-23-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Support, slightly smaller program.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CISBIL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71116,302 for
assistance).
Download size: 31k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Orgainize captured CompuServe Billing records. This program
will accumulate captured billing for viewing and/or printing.
Maintains one cum file for each year. Current and previous
year can be operated on by program. Requires that you capture
your own billing records. The process is fully described in
the docs. Capturing billing is a free CompuServe service.
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Mail manager for BBSes, MCI Mail, Compuserve. See full
description on page 219.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 221
Product: Off-line CIS Catalog Viewer
Author: JNGoodale, 404-392-0781
Version: 1.1 (05-03-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disk, support, bonus catalog
files.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CISREF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71116,302 for
assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
View forum catalog library full description files AFTER you
have downloaded one or more from CIS. It will work on any
catalog description file using the identical format as the
IBMNET forums (as of 1-1-92). Search and Mark files for later
printing after all browsing is done. Does not do the download
for you.
Product: Recon(tm)
Author: Amdox Co. Ltd.
CompuServe message file manager/reply editor. See full
description on page 229.
Product: TAPCIS
Author: Support Group, Inc., 301-387-4500
Version: 5.4 (12-17-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Modem; hard disk or at least
one 720KB floppy drive.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: 90-day money back guarantee, toll free
support to get connected with CompuServe, TAPCIS Forum for
online support, Introductory CompuServe membership with $15
usage credit, typeset manual in an attractive book-box.
Look for: TAP*.* on BBSs (multiple files); TAP*.* on CompuServe
in CIS:TAPCIS forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 74020,10 for assistance).
Download size: 355k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed exclusively for saving time and money on CompuServe,
you can totally automates and greatly simplifies your access to
forums, libraries, and electronic mail. Without TAPCIS
accessing the incredible wealth of information on CompuServe
can be difficult, inefficient, and very expensive. TAPCIS
changes all that by letting you do all your reading, typing,
and thinking offline. Reduces your billable connect time to an
absolute minimum.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 222
7.2.2 For GEnie
Product: EVA
Author: Gateway Software
Version: 1.20 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk, CGA monitor, modem.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, support.
Look for: EVA112.ZIP on BBSs; EVA120.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73567,2755 for assistance); EVA112A.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID P.RABERGEAU2 for
assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
GEnie telecom front end software with many features: pull down
menu, mouse support, hypertext help, multi-ID, full and
complete off-line and on-line Email manager, including: user
friendly editor, spell checker, forward message, address book,
mailing List, archived and carbon copy mail, XMODEM mail. Chat/
RTC commands, index card, and ZMODEM batch download.
Product: PC Chart (CGA/HGC)
Author: Guru Systems Ltd., 604-299-1010
Technical Analysis Charting Program. See full description on
page 296.
Product: PC-CHART (EGA/VGA)
Author: Guru Systems Ltd., 604-299-1010
Technical Analysis Charting Program. See full description on
page 296.
7.2.3 For Prodigy
Product: PRO$TOCK
Author: Gateway Software
Downloads stock quotes from Prodigy. See full description on
page 297.
Product: PROMASTER
Author: Gateway Software
Version: 3.02 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk, Prodigy software.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Registration Code, one free upgrade.
Look for: PROM30.ZIP on BBSs; PROM30.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73567,2755 for assistance); PROM30.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
Chapter 7, "Communications" 223
LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID P.RABERGEAU2 for
assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A software package compatible with Prodigy software. Features
include: a start-up menu from where you can run Prodigy with
different auto logon ID. Easy to install and easy to use
configuration program. Save graphics screen in PCX format with
offline viewer. Compatible with all the graphics mode of the
Prodigy. Type ahead keyboard buffer. keyboard macros with on-
line recorder. PRINT in a file. Email manager with editor and
spell checker.
7.2.4 For MCImail
Product: See Mail
Author: Gnosis Inc
Version: 1.3 (03-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Modem for MCI Mail, or any DOS
NetBIOS based network, or Novell Netware, for LAN based e-mail.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, upgrades through to version
1.5. Bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SEE-M*.* on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 11 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72030,1547 for assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Sophisticated system for LAN &/or MCI Mail (TSR background MCI
Mail, ONLY 25k of RAM!). Tools to manage large volumes of mail.
LAN system supports groups & security + passwords. Integrated
database system with Rolodex(r) style PIM facilities, user
definable with screen designer provided. Create LAN/MCI mail,
full support for all addressing (FAX, X400, EMS, etc), EVEN
paper! Store in cabinet + drawers/folders. Smart print mail
double page & other fancy formats/fonts. Mail compression &
archiving.
7.3 Bulletin board software
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software, 310-439-6104
Communications and Accessories. See full description on
page 219.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 224
Product: MegaHost
Author: ASCII Computer Enterprises
Version: 1.1 (02-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hayes modem, hard disk (or a
floppy disk and EMS memory).
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: BBS support, free upgrades.
Look for: MHST1_1.ZIP on BBSs (call 209-836-2402 to download it
at no charge); MHST11.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMBBS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70370,124 for assistance);
MHST11.ZIP on GEnie in BBS forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID
D.MANKIN for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
While being a full featured BBS, strong points include simple
configuration, ease of use, and tight security functions. It
is small enough to be run from a floppy (use EMS for overlay
speed) although a hard disk is recommended. Ringback for voice
lines, and Callback for added security. Features include
Conferences, Chat, Message Base, File Download Areas, Doors,
Questionnaire, ANSI Graphics, Bulletins, File Transfer
Protocols, User Defined Menus, Events, and Advanced DOS Shell.
7.3.1 Bulletin board utilities
Product: ACCU BBS Lister
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
Version: 3.0 (06-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. WWIV BBS software.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: One-time registration; gives you a code
that allows you to put your BBS name in program.
Look for: ACBBSL30.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-566-1745 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An on-line program for WWIV. It allows users to list the BBS
names and number of the systems that are toll-free to them. It
uses the standard BBSLIST.MSG file which is found in the GFILES
directory. It allows the Sysop to edit BBS entries, sort the
BBS listing, remove BBS numbers, find duplicates, etc. The
Sysop creates a city database by entering a city name, the area
codes/prefixes that belong to it, and a list of cities that the
city can call toll-free.
Product: The Laughing Dog Screen Maker
Author: Yardbird Software, 818-704-6402
Text-mode Screen Designer w/Code Generation. See full
description on page 350.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 225
Product: VMiX 386
Author: Commercial Software Associates (ComSoft), 714-720-1214
MSDOS MultiTasker MultiUser for 8086 to 486. See full
description on page 81.
7.4 Call logging & analysis software
See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Phone dialers
(page 107).
Product: ACCU BBS Lister
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
WWIV On-line program to determine local BBSs. See full
description on page 224.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
7k TSR Database/Dialer. See full description on page 110.
Product: Hotnet
Author: Robichaux and Associates, 504-752-2620
Hotline phone support/call tracking system. See full
description on page 270.
Product: LOGGIT
Author: GTX Software, 213-257-2704
Version: 4.00 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Telix communications program.
Registration fee: $12.00
Registration benefits: Free upgrades for one year.
Look for: LOGGIT.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 414-789-4352
to download it at no charge); LOGGIT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact userID
71210,3632 for assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A standalone utility to analyze the log file from the TELIX
communication program. Analyzes the .USE file and produces
several reports showing calls made, total time online, average
time per call and other specific information. Mouse support.
Desqview aware.
Product: PCFDial [***]
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Powerful 7k TSR voice/fax screen autodialer. See full
description on page 109.
7.4.1 Phone bill analyzers
See also: Business, Business finances, Billing systems
(page 250).
Chapter 7, "Communications" 226
Product: Qanalyst
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Version: 2.05 (09-19-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Qmodem v3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 30-day
return policy (no questions asked), one year of voice/fax/
CompuServe/newsletter support.
Look for: QANA-205.ZIP on BBSs; QANLYS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 74017,1344 for
assistance); QANA-205.ZIP on GEnie in QMODEM forum LIBrary 1
(or contact userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Analyzes Qmodem log files so you know how much you SPEND on
modem calls. Great for CompuServe & GEnie users! Keeps track
of holidays when rates go down. Analyzes uploads & downloads
too, including the cost to transfer files. Powerful
maintenance facility keeps Qmodem log files as small as
possible. Uses Call Data Standard phone-rate files.
7.5 Modem-based graphics applications
See also: Graphics (page 412).
Product: MakeDemo
Author: WindhamWoods Publishing, 603.893.2667
Version: 3 (06-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor recommended.
Printer with IBM extended graphics character set recommended.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, user's manual, 1-800
telephone support, notification of updates.
Look for: MDEM3*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 414.789.4210
to download it at no charge); MDEM3*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72260,1700 for assistance).
Download size: 275k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create stunning presentations, including your own "Help," with
various sounds and screen overlays as easily as "Mail Merging."
This is to screens what a good word processor is to paragraphs.
Import text or captured screens. Simulate other software or
"prototype" your own. Easily create your own catalogs-on-disk,
computer-aided-instruction, tutorials, or even your own sales
pitch. 250 screens in a single file; 450 screens typical in up
to 100 files, on a 360 kByte disk. Great for BBSs too!
7.6 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File conversion (page 48).
Chapter 7, "Communications" 227
Product: PCM100.COM
Author: Yves Charier, 331-4340-3743
File transfer utility PC <-> Model 100. See full description
on page 227.
7.7 File transfer protocols
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software, 310-439-6104
Communications and Accessories. See full description on
page 219.
Product: PCM100.COM
Author: Yves Charier, 331-4340-3743
Version: 1.01 (08-25-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Serial Port (COM1/COM2), null
modem cable, TRS-80 Model 100/200.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Technical support, source code.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PCM100.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73170,2176 for
assistance).
Download size: 28k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A communications program allowing text files exchanges between
a TRS-80 Model 100 hand-held computer (or compatible) and any
PC-XT (or close compatible, like the Tandy 1000 PC) via the
serial port (RS-232C) and a null-modem adapter. Most of upper
ASCII characters are automatically translated as well during
downloading as well as uploading.
7.8 Fax software
Product: Total Control
Author: Unique Software
Version: 2.005 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hayes compatible modem.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: Reduced rate upgrades; notification of
major upgrades; user support by Fax and CompuServe Mail.
Look for: TOTLCTL.EXE on BBSs; TTLCTL.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
assistance).
Download size: 108k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Take total control of your phone line!
* Use your computer with a voice line and/or an answering
machine and/or a fax machine.
* Upgrade your answering machine!
* Monitor your incoming calls and their length!
* Program to NOTIFY you of arrivals of messages, fax's or
computer mail.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 228
* Notification by pocket pager -OR- telephone.
* Use with COM1 - COM4.
* Easy to install with TINSTALL!
* Self Extracting Archive.
7.9 Terminal emulators
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software, 310-439-6104
Communications and Accessories. See full description on
page 219.
Product: VMiX 386
Author: Commercial Software Associates (ComSoft), 714-720-1214
MSDOS MultiTasker MultiUser for 8086 to 486. See full
description on page 81.
7.10 Communication utilities
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software, 310-439-6104
Communications and Accessories. See full description on
page 219.
Product: Total Control
Author: Unique Software
Modem, Ans Mach, Fax on one telephone line. See full
description on page 227.
Product: XRS ("eXpress Response System")
Author: Smokin' Software, 803-928-3332
Version: 4.50 (07-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Registered for all future versions. Can
beta-test new versions before public release.
Look for: XRS45*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 803-556-7485
to download it at no charge); XRS45?.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMBBS forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76666,1512 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a universal offline reader editor for most bulletin
board systems, including Fidonet style and QWK format mail.
Allows users to quickly select, compress and download mail for
offline reading, freeing up the bulletin board for more calls
more often, and saving on long-distance or metered phone
charges for the users. New installation program to
automatically configure the program. (English, Dutch, Swedish,
German and French)
Chapter 7, "Communications" 229
7.11 Software tools
7.11.1 For multiple programs
Product: PowerIntsall
Author: W.S. Ataras Engineering, 408-648-3662
Install prog. Multi-disk. Compile to 1 exe. See full
description on page 145.
Product: Serial++ Asynch Comm Library
Author: Cortlandt Technologies, 914-737-8649
Asynch comm support library for Borland C++. See full
description on page 362.
7.11.2 For TAPCIS
Product: CatScan
Author: Rochester Heritage
Version: 3.0 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 200k RAM. TAPCIS and hard
disk recommended.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Disk and manual. Upgrades are free for
the download!
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CATSCN.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:TAPCIS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72617,132 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This TAPCIS add-on program provides several ways to maintain
your CompuServe data library catalogs. You can:
* Compresses catalogs up to 45%
* View catalogs and perform intricate searches
* Generates TAPCIS scripts to update catalogs and download
files
* Automatically delete duplicate file descriptions
* Sort on up to four fields
* Age descriptions to another file
All of this can be done either interactively or from the DOS
command line.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 230
Product: Recon(tm)
Author: Amdox Co. Ltd.
Version: 2.01 (06-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. TAPCIS.
Registration fee: $36.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe online support, printed
manual, latest technical release, free standalone bonus
utilities.
Look for: CHANNEL1 on BBSs (call 617-354-5776 to download it at
no charge); RECON*.* on CompuServe in CIS:TAPCIS forum LIBrary
2 (multiple files) (or contact userID 76672,1273 for
assistance).
Download size: 290k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
CompuServe/TAPCIS Message file manager, with message/reply
editor & script generator, pulldown menus & command line mode.
Handles forum messages, CMail & INTERNET. Keeps files trimed
and sorted into context, now with forum specific settings. Menu
SHELL organizes TAPCIS & add-ons. Sysop commands, changes
immediately reflected in file. Powerful file navigation &
viewing, multiple sorts, duplicate deletion, filters, search,
print, edit, delete, move or auto-age messages. Context
sensitive help.
7.11.3 For Wildcat!
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Offline mail reader for PCBoard & Wildcat! See full
description on page 219.
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Mail manager for BBSes, MCI Mail, Compuserve. See full
description on page 219.
7.11.4 For PCBoard
Product: EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies, 918-355-3374
Offline mail reader for PCBoard & Wildcat! See full
description on page 219.
7.11.5 For Qmodem
Product: Qanalyst
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Phone bill analyzer for people who use Qmodem. See full
description on page 225.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 231
7.11.6 For other
Product: ACCU BBS Lister
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
WWIV On-line program to determine local BBSs. See full
description on page 224.
7.12 Other
Product: AutoLibrary Program-Playback
Author: Avid Software, 503-626-6652
A C library for automation. See full description on page 356.
Product: CNC-Transedit
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
A CNC Transfer/File manager/Editor/Math prog. See full
description on page 339.
Product: ExtraDOS Toolbox
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Collection of 50 MS-DOS Utilities. See full description on
page 96.
Product: LiteSPC [***]
Author: Information Technology, Ltd., 401-724-2730
Version: 3 (08-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256k RAM, 1 serial port.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone support, 1
year free updates.
Look for: SPC3.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-273-2950 to download it at
no charge); SPC3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 70166,1152 for assistance); SPC3.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID I.TECH for
assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A TSR that records any data received by upto 2 serial ports
simultaneously. Not a data monitor, but the ideal solution to
capturing information generated by smart phone systems, lab
instruments, factory equipment, and any other device that can
output information over a serial port. Avoid transcribing data
from printed output while you continue to use your PC for other
work.
Product: PCCLOCK
Author: Michael J. Sadaway
Digital clock with timesetting by modem. See full description
on page 106.
Chapter 7, "Communications" 232
Product: See Mail
Author: Gnosis Inc
E-mail facility, combines MCI with LAN e-mail. See full
description on page 223.
Product: TransferTIME (TTIME)
Author: RGH Software, 616-832-4694
Version: 2.0 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Free upgrades, CompuServe/BBS support.
Look for: TTIME20.ZIP on BBSs (call 616-768-8761 to download it
at no charge); TTME20.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76670,110 for assistance).
Download size: 136k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Estimates the time and cost to transfer a file by modem, at
modem speeds of 1200, 2400 and 9600 bps, using the XMODEM,
YMODEM, ZMODEM and CompuServe B+ file transfer protocols.
Estimates are obtained by giving a file name (for files being
sent from your system) or a file size (for files being sent to
your system). The program can operate in either a prompted
mode, or a command line mode.
The cost estimate feature is fully customizable and the program
to change costs is included.
Chapter 8, "Business" 233
Chapter 8
Business
See also: Writing applications, Document boilerplates, Business
specific (page 171); Spreadsheet applications (page 178);
Database applications, Mailing label systems (page 193); Data
(page 213); Communications, Call logging & analysis software
(page 225); Finances (page 295); Graphics, Business
applications (page 422).
8.1 Business finances
See also: Finances, Personal finances (page 299).
Product: AMORTZ
Author: Oregon Software Group, 503-643-0915
The EASY Way to Loan Calculations. See full description on
page 299.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder [***]
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Vehicle Operation & Maint. Logger & Reminder. See full
description on page 468.
Product: Customer Order Management Sys.
Author: Beshears Software Associates, 205-442-6630
COMS v1.1: Customer Order Management System. See full
description on page 268.
Product: DAYO GENERAL LEDGER (GL)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records & Accounts,
Manual (printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOGE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOGE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a means to manage and report company finances. Totally
integrated with the other DAYO packages. Features include
computer generated posting, multiuser, double entry, export
data, 30+ reports, budget management and unlimited accounts.
Chapter 8, "Business" 234
Product: EXPRESSCALC
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Powerful, easy-to-use. Great for home, office. See full
description on page 180.
Product: Hi, Finance!(tm) [***]
Author: Brightridge Solutions, Inc., 615-246-3337
Windows Financial Planning & Calculation Tool. See full
description on page 316.
Product: Loan Amortization
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Loan Calculation and Comparison. See full description on
page 307.
Product: MS Financial Calculator
Author: Money Smith Systems
Version: 1.0 (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 90 days mail support.
Look for: MSCALC.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-332-5584 to download it at
no charge); MSCALC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70324,1077 for assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features individual dialogs for each financial function with
context sensitive help and examples. Our original "smart
number" entry fields let you do compound interest calculations
in a single step. Supports both infix and postfix algebra in
simple display that shows both the expression and final result.
Intermediate results are displayed in real time as you type.
Future value, present value, annuities, internal rates of
return, interest, payment, and ACRS depreciation functions
supported.
Product: QuickPlan [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Memory resident spreadsheet program. See full description on
page 180.
Product: THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Expert tax/legal help for small businesses. See full
description on page 294.
8.1.1 Business accounting
Product: APPLICATION & VERIFICATION MGT.
Author: First Step Software
School Lunch Free & Reduced Application Mgt. See full
description on page 407.
Chapter 8, "Business" 235
Product: C.A.R.S.
Author: Cybernetic Software, 708-677-8358
Version: 2.8 (03-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 800# phone
support, one free upgrade.
Look for: CARS28.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-764-0591 to download it at
no charge); CARS28.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76645,3010 for assistance).
Download size: 117k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps organize all of your vehicle expenses. It will track and
report expenses over 26 user definable categories. Version 2.8
keeps track of distance in miles or kilometers and fuel
consumption in gallons or liters, providing conversions when
necessary. It also logs business and personal trips. Reports
can be generated for any period of months, provideing totals
for tax or accounting purposes. The program will track any
number of vehicles, making it great for company fleets or
multi-car families.
Product: CheckBook Plus
Author: Beshears Software Associates, 205-442-6630
Full-featured check book based cash mgmt sys. See full
description on page 303.
Product: CheckMate Plus
Author: Custom Technologies, 904-871-5479
Version: 1.50 (02-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM. Hard disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone/fax/CompuServe
support, product discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CMPLUS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENA forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76004,1543 for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete, "checkbook-based", double-entry accounting system
powerful enough for business but easy enough for home use.
Pull-down menus, pop-up windows, on-line help, calculator w/
paste, passwords, multiple transaction types, user-defined &
standard reports, prints checks, reconciles, "date-activated"
transactions, PLUS A LOT MORE!
Chapter 8, "Business" 236
Product: DAYO ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (AP)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOVE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOVE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance); DAYOVE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID T.L.JOHNSON for
assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The 'final chapter' to the processing and maintenance of all
your Payables. Its key mission is to process/post your purchase
orders, however, many other routines have been provided, ie:
Expense Maintenance, 1099 MISC Forms, Purchase Clearing, Vendor
Maintenance, Hand/Manual Checks, Batch Checks, Recurring
Checks, Unlimited Bank Accounts, Unlimited Check Printing
Formats and many reports.
Product: DAYO TIME & BILLING
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOTE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOTE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance); DAYOTE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Comprises a system of creating invoices for services and/or
products. It has support for an inventory, receivables,
projects and customers/clients. Other features include:
multiuser, unlimited records, project notes, customer notes,
30+ reports, onscreen viewing of reports, databases are dBase
(tm) compatible, laser formats for invoices and statements, 2
styles of statements/bills, printer setup & drivers and cash
drawers drivers.
Product: EASY BANKING
Author: The Durol Company, 604-524-1765
Business or Personal Banking Information Mgr. See full
description on page 304.
Chapter 8, "Business" 237
Product: EliteCheck
Author: Taewoong Jeon
Extremely easy checkbook/budget management. See full
description on page 312.
Product: EXPRESSCHECK
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Menu driven Checkbook manager. See full description on
page 312.
Product: IDP-INSURE [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 4.0 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $100.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 800# phone
support.
Look for: IDPINS40.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Insurance Agency "Commission Tracking" system that was
originally written to sell for well over $900. Just listing
the features of this program requires over 3 pages.
Product: INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE M4
Author: First Step Software
Large restaurants, hotels, and clubs. See full description on
page 260.
Product: INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE s4
Author: First Step Software
Small- to medium-sized restaurants. See full description on
page 261.
Product: INVENTORY & COST CONTROL im4
Author: First Step Software
Institutional Food Service. See full description on page 261.
Chapter 8, "Business" 238
Product: Money Smith
Author: Money Smith Systems
Version: 2.0 (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Hard disk, mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, Master disks, mail
support, one free upgrade.
Look for: SMITH2*.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-332-5584 to download it
at no charge); SMITH2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70324,1077 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Redesigned and easier than ever! This double entry accounting
system now includes a fully graphical interface, financial
calculator, history graphs, investment tracking, and popup
menus. Tracks up to 200 accounts with easy budgeting,
reconciliation, and fully automated transaction entry.
International dates/currencies and press and point help.
Suitable for small business or home accounting.
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Product: Painless Accounting
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Version: 5.41 (06-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $125.00
Registration benefits: Latest copy of the software along with a
150 page printed manual in a 3 ring binder. Also receive major
discounts on updates.
Look for: PAC5*.ARC on BBSs (multiple files) (call 214-596-9164
to download it at no charge); PAC5*.ARC on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70337,3337 for assistance); PAC5*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID K.PIERCE7 for
assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full feature 11 module accounting system. Modules include:
General Ledger, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable,
Purchases, File Maintenance, Reports, Closing, Beginning
Balance Setup, and Utilities. Program is fully network
compatible, includes the ability to create user defined
Invoice, Statements, Purhcase Order, Received PO, and Check
printing formats. Job Costing, 5 levels of Password protection,
Context sensitive help, and much much more!!
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Product: Painless Acct/Payroll Companion
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Version: 5.0 (06-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Painless Accounting or
Painless Payroll software. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Latest copy of the software along with a
printed manual. Also receive major discounts on updates.
Look for: PAG.ARC on BBSs (call 214-881-0313 to download it at no
charge); PAG.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5
(or contact userID 70337,3337 for assistance); PAG.ARC on GEnie
in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID K.PIERCE7 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A custom graph, report, export generating program designed to
be use with Painless Accounting or Painless Payroll. The
modules include: Graphs, Reports, Exports, and Utilities. You
can create upto six different types of graphs including bar and
pie charts. You can also create custom line reports, group on
fields and subtotaling and totaling based on these fields. The
Companion also allows for exporting data files into ASCII
format.
Product: PC-AP Accounts Payable
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 1.6 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, bonus utilities. 20%
discount on first check order from NEBS.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A fast, simple accounts payable program integrated with PC-GL.
Allows you to quickly enter vendors, enter invoices, choose
invoice for payment and print checks. Reports include check
listing, invoice listing, vendor listing, vendor activity
report and mailing labels. Allows up to 2000 vendors and 2000
invoices/checks per month. Invoices and checks may be sorted
by any field. Maintains check book balance and posts checks to
PC-GL each month.
Product: PC-AR Accounts Receivable
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Accounts Receivable. See full description on page 252.
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Product: PC-DEAL
Author: KINDRED SPIRITS
Version: 2.45 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, no registration reminder
screens, notice of updates.
Look for: PCDEAL.* on BBSs (call 715-435-3855 to download it at
no charge); PCDEAL.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5.
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Intended for personal accounting and bookkeeping for a small
organization or business. It combines both simplicity and
vesitility and is designed for those who have relatively
simple bookkeeping and accounting needs. It is ideal for those
with a need to take entries from a check register and quickly
and easily generate reports which summarize income and expense,
budget comparison, or financial condition. Transactions may be
freely entered over up to twelve months.
Product: PC-FOOD
Author: Schreck Software, 612-731-6822
Food costing for restaurant/institutional use. See full
description on page 273.
Product: PC-GL General Ledger
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 3.6 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, bonus utilities.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple general ledger program. It includes an easily
modified standard chart of accounts. The program prints an
income statement with current, year to date and prior year
percents and a three column balance sheet. Other reports
include a general ledger for current and year to date and a
number of different transaction listings. Each entry is
instantly verified. Allows up to 800 items in the chart of
accounts and up to 6000 transactions per month.
Product: PC-PR Payroll Writing
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Payroll writing. See full description on page 256.
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Product: PCINV Invoice Writing
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 1.1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, bonus utilities. 20%
discount on first forms order from NEBS.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple invoice writing program integrated with the PC-
AR Accounts Receivable program. Enter up to 50 lines of 42
character invoice detail. Calculates sales tax on taxable
items. Allows multiple line descriptions which can include
costs times amount. Prints on 7 inch or 11 inch preprinted
forms or plain paper. Prints invoices as you enter them and
does not allow for batch printing or editing previous invoices.
Invoices are immediately posted to PC-AR.
Product: RECIPE MANAGEMENT & COSTING
Author: First Step Software
Recipe file management, costing & yield adj. See full
description on page 262.
Product: Rosewood Journal
Author: Rosewood Software, 416-284-6119
Version: 4.12 (01-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Printer.
Registration fee: $38.00
Registration benefits: Latest version is sent along with a file
to remove registration exhortations.
Look for: ROSEJ412.ZIP on BBSs; RJ412.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70461,2507 for
assistance).
Download size: 166k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Rosewood Journal is an Invoice Journal and complete Accounts
Receivable package written specifically for small to medium
size businesses. Journal allows easy entry of invoice data
because of its intuitive input and automatic account search. It
will generate monthly and yearly reports and aged accounts
receivable lists and statements ready for window envelopes. Up
to 2 levels of sales tax. A label maker is built in. There are
many other features designed to make sales accounting easy.
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Product: Takin' Care of Business! AP
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM. Hard disk. Files
TCB.ZIP and TCB-GL.ZIP.
Registration fee: $149.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, import/export, merge, mouse
support and automated year-end closing.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB-AP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 225k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Accounts Payable module fully integrates with other Takin'
Care of Business! modules but needs at least the files TCB.ZIP
and TCB-GL.ZIP to run. Some features include: context sensitive
help, 2000 vendors, unlimited transactions, manual/computer
printed checks, discounts, partial payments, pre/post dated
transactions, many payment options, address labels and a full
range of reports. This is one of the easiest-to-use, error-free
ways of tracking and paying your invoices.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk. Files
TCB.ZIP and TCB-GL.ZIP.
Registration fee: $149.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, import/export, merge, mouse
support and automated year-end closing.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB-AR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 205k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Accounts Receivable module fully integrates with other
Takin' Care of Business! modules but needs at least the files
TCB.ZIP and TCB-GL.ZIP to run. Some features include: context
sensitive help, 2000 customers, unlimited transactions,
Invoices, Statements, pre-printed or plain-paper forms, finance
charges, pre/post dated transactions, address labels and a full
range of reports. This is one of the easiest-to-use, error-
free ways to help track your customer receivables.
Chapter 8, "Business" 243
Product: Takin' Care of Business! GL
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk. File
TCB.ZIP.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, graphics, import/export, merge,
mouse support and automated year-end closing.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB-GL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This General Ledger module is fully integrated with other
Takin' Care of Business! modules but needs at least the file
TCB.ZIP to run. Some features include: context sensitive help,
real-time accounting, 2000 accounts, unlimited transactions,
full range of accountant-ready reports, budgets, double entry,
pop-up windows, recurring transactions, passwords, pre/post
dated transactions and check writing using any check.
Professional accounting software for non-accountants.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! IN
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk. Files
TCB.ZIP and TCB-GL.ZIP.
Registration fee: $299.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, mouse support and automated
year-end closing.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB-IN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 165k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Inventory module fully integrates with other Takin' Care
of Business! modules but needs at least the files TCB.ZIP and
TCB-GL.ZIP to run. Some features include: context sensitive
help, 3000 items, unlimited transactions, services or products,
FIFO, LIFO, standard cost, specific cost, physical inventory
and a full range of reports including activity and re-order
reports. Very easy to use and is one of the easiest ways to
track your inventory.
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Product: Takin' Care of Business! M&C
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk. File
TCB-GL.ZIP.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, graphics, import/export, merge,
mouse support, automated year-end closing and two bonus
software utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 305k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fully integrated, eight-module, double-entry accounting
system designed for small/medium sized businesses. Some
features include pop-up windows, menu driven, context sensitive
help, passwords, full-range of accountant-ready reports and
pre/post dated transactions. Combines the power &
sophistication of "Big Business" bookkeeping with a simple,
easy-to-use, full-featured design.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk. Files
TCB.ZIP and TCB-GL.ZIP.
Registration fee: $139.90
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, export, mouse support and
automated year-end closing.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB-PR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 255k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Payroll module fully integrates with other Takin' Care of
Business! modules but needs at least the files TCB.ZIP and TCB-
GL.ZIP to run. Some features include: context sensitive help,
auto deduction/liability calculations, override options,
manual/computer checks, 401K plans, user-modifiable tax tables,
W-2s, 1099s, hourly/salary, weekly/biweekly/semi-monthly/
monthly periods and a full range of reports. One of the
easiest-to-use and complete payroll programs available.
Chapter 8, "Business" 245
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PS
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.0C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk. Files
TCB.ZIP and TCB-GL.ZIP.
Registration fee: $299.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version, printed/bound manuals, mouse support and automated
year-end closing.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCB-PS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 155k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Point Of Sale module fully integrates with other Takin'
Care of Business! modules but needs at least the files TCB.ZIP
and TCB-GL.ZIP to run. Some features include: context
sensitive help, product & service invoices, pre-printed or
plain-paper forms, pop-up account windows, pre-defined service
descriptions and multiple pricing. Integrates with the
Inventory, A/R and G/L modules (TCB-IN.ZIP, TCB-AR.ZIP and TCB-
GL.ZIP). Very easy to use.
Product: Time is Money
Author: Custom Data Solutions
A time and expense billing program. See full description on
page 254.
Product: XPENS
Author: Richard A. Williams, 815-455-6333
Version: 1.2 (04-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Epson or HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XPENS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72317,2073 for
assistance); XPENS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID R.WILLIAMS5 for assistance).
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to provide employers and employees with a quick, easy
to use expense account screen/report that will eliminate the
necessity of keeping a supply of expense report forms and doing
all the arithmetic involved in preparing the report. Because
reports are stored on disk, the employee copy of the report
becomes unnecessary.
Chapter 8, "Business" 246
8.1.2 Point-of-sale systems
Product: DAYO BACK ORDERS (BO)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 2.0 (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOOE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOOE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOOE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The maintenance module for the processing of all your
customers/sales backorders. Working with DAYO POS, it
determines and manages the filling (allocation) of your
customers backorders. It does this through an allocation
process that determines what backordered items are 'fillable'
because of receipts into the inventory. Creates the same type
invoices as DAYO POS.
Product: DAYO INVENTORY
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Inventory Control and Purchase Orders. See full description on
page 259.
Product: DAYO LITTLE POS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO POS.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYOPS.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A modified version of DAYO POS create to reduce memory
requirement. Useful on LANs and/or networks where memory is
usually at a premium.
Chapter 8, "Business" 247
Product: DAYO ORDER ENTRY
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO POS.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOZE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates sales orders based on the DAYO Inventory, Customer, and
other DAYO databases. Orders can be printed on a standard
printer or a Hewlett Packard(tm) Laserjet compatible printer.
The order can be printed on a pre-printed form, on the Laser
printer in a special laser format, or as a standard/default
form.
Product: DAYO POS (POINT OF SALE)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.1 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530K RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOPE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOPE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance); DAYOPE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID T.L.JOHNSON for
assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Billing and Invoicing application for any size business. It
is the DAYO module that permits you to invoice out your
products while keeping an accurate record of all your 'sales'.
Features include: Multiuser (ie: Novell), Registers, Quote
Interface, Templates, Back Orders, Cash Drawers, Packing/
Shipping Lists, Labels, Sales Graphs, Special Pricing, Tax
Codes, Terms Codes, Credit Limits, Passwords, MRP interface,
Multiple Prices, and many Reports.
Product: DAYO PRICE BOOK
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
DAYO Special Pricing, Price Books & Lists. See full
description on page 284.
Chapter 8, "Business" 248
Product: DAYO QUOTES
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530K RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOQE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOQE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOQE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates sales order quotes based on the DAYO Inventory,
Customer, and other DAYO databases. Quotes can be printed on a
standard printer or a Hewlett Packard (tm) Laserjet compatible
printer. The quote can be printed on a pre-printed form, on the
Laser printer in a special laser format, or as a standard/
default form. DAYO Quotes is totally integrated with the DAYO
POS and/or Billing & Invoicing modules. Templates (kits or
bundles), are supported.
Product: DAYO RENTAL POS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO POS.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYOPR.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Billing and Invoicing application for any business that rents
items, equipment, or services, ie: Videos, Tapes, Furniture,
Tools, Appliances, etc. This program requires the regular DAYO
POS module for its reports and configuration settings. It is by
default a multiuser system, allowing almost unlimited numbers
of users to have the ability to simultaneously invoice using
this one program on a PC based LAN/Network.
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Product: DAYO RETURNS & REFUNDS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 2.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 450K RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO POS.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYOP2.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A modified version of DAYO POS, but contains only the
capability of doing returns and/or refunds of invoices/items.
The invoices default to type 'Ret' (Returns of merchandise),
and are posted as negative amount (later to become Credit
Memos).
Product: DAYO SIMPLE POS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 2.0 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 520K RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO POS.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYOP1.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A a modified version of DAYO POS that was created to exclude
the option of selecting a customer. This program is used on
CASH accounts only. Useful in grocery store type environments
(where no customer name is required).
Product: IDP-SALES [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 6.0 (05-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 800# phone
support.
Look for: IDPSALE6.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fully integrated sales/service/billing/inventory system with
built-in word processor for mail-merging to customer database,
as well as pop-down calculator and calendar. Feature rich and
in service at several large companies for over 3 years. Solid.
Chapter 8, "Business" 250
Product: Painless Accounting
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Full feature 11 module accounting system! See full description
on page 238.
Product: PCINV Invoice Writing
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Invoice writing. See full description on page 240.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AP
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Accounts Payable program. See full description on
page 241.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Accounts Receivable program. See full description on
page 242.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! GL
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB General Ledger program. See full description on page 242.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! IN
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Inventory program. See full description on page 243.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! M&C
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Main and Configuration programs. See full description on
page 243.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Payroll program. See full description on page 244.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PS
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Point Of Sale program. See full description on page 244.
8.1.3 Billing systems
Product: DAYO ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (AR)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manuals
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOAE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOAE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance); DAYOAE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum
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LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID T.L.JOHNSON for
assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The 'final chapter' to the processing and maintenance of all
your Receivables. Includes routines to handle cash receipts,
customers, invoice types, terms, taxcodes, sales persons, and
more. Many reports are included (ie: Ageing, Customer, Sales...
). There is a routine to print Statements (ie: SMART, 90, 60,
30 days), and another one to create and print 'non' standard
invoices (not applicable to DAYO POS). HP Laser forms are
provided as an option for Statements and Invoices.
Product: DAYO BILLING & INVOICING
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOBI.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge).
Download size: 345k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Permits you to invoice your products while keeping an accurate
record of all your 'sales'. Features include: Multiuser (ie:
Novell), Registers, Quote Interface, Templates, Back Orders,
Cash Drawers, Packing/Shipping Lists, Labels, Sales Graphs,
Special Pricing, Tax Codes, Terms Codes, Credit Limits,
Passwords, MRP interface, Multiple Prices, and many Reports.
Very similar to DAYO POS, and uses the same manual.
Product: FAST INVOICE WRITER
Author: H&P Software, 719-561-0810
Version: 4.91 (07-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Dot matrix, LaserJet, or Epson
JX-80 color printer.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual and latest version.
Look for: FAST-INV on BBSs (multiple files) (call 719-561-0810 to
download it at no charge).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates and prints invoices on plain 8-1/2 x 11 inch paper.
Handles discounts, deposits, P.O. numbers, clerks initials,
type of sale, and account numbers. Does both taxable and non-
taxable sales on same sheet. Included are city, state, and a
third user-definable tax. Serial numbers are automatically
incremented. Letterhead is printed at top. Can do 3-colored
invoices. MULTIFILE-XL can be used as an external customer or
parts database. Accepts foreign dates and monetary symbols.
Does summary.
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Product: FAST STATEMENT WRITER
Author: H&P Software, 719-561-0810
Version: 4.1 (07-11-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual and latest program
version.
Look for: FAST-STA on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates and prints monthly statements in row-column format
on plain 8-1/2 x 11 inch paper. Prints your letterhead at the
top along with copy numbering. 999 sequential statements can
be printed when data files are named 'CUST.001' thru
'CUST.999'. Supports IBM & TANDY dot matrix, or laser printers.
Prints disclosure statement. Prints sorted or numbered summary
of accounts. Full line editing is provided on string inputs.
Does all calculations.
Product: FASTFILE
Author: Interactive Mini Systems, Inc., 509-783-3829
Laptop database for business, school, home. See full
description on page 190.
Product: Home Sales System
Author: Grumpyware, 214-340-5231
Avon(tm) Billing & Ordering program. See full description on
page 287.
Product: IDP-EMS [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Ambulance Services Trip & Billing System. See full description
on page 277.
Product: IDP-SALES [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Integrated sales/service/billing/inventory. See full
description on page 249.
Product: Painless Accounting
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Full feature 11 module accounting system! See full description
on page 238.
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Product: PC-AR Accounts Receivable
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 4.1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, bonus utilities. 20%
discount on first forms order from NEBS.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple accounts receivable and sales summary program to
get the bills out. Contains many powerful features such as
auto billing, late charges, aging and alpha account numbers.
Reports include plain paper or pre printed statements, accounts
receivable ledger, charges and payments listing, sales summary
(with or without detail), customer activity report, mailing
labels and ageing report. Inactive customers may be omitted
from most reports. Up to 8000 customers and invoices per
month.
Product: Qanalyst
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Phone bill analyzer for people who use Qmodem. See full
description on page 225.
Product: Rosewood Journal
Author: Rosewood Software, 416-284-6119
Invoice Journal and Accounts Receivable. See full description
on page 241.
Product: Systems Manager
Author: MiCord, 517-631-4367
Reports time by client, purpose & application. See full
description on page 272.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AP
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Accounts Payable program. See full description on
page 241.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Accounts Receivable program. See full description on
page 242.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! GL
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB General Ledger program. See full description on page 242.
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Product: Takin' Care of Business! IN
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Inventory program. See full description on page 243.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! M&C
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Main and Configuration programs. See full description on
page 243.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Payroll program. See full description on page 244.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PS
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Point Of Sale program. See full description on page 244.
Product: Time is Money
Author: Custom Data Solutions
Version: 2.2 (07-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: Source code, printed manual and disks,
free support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TIM22.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:CONSULT forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76702,1355
for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A time and expense billing program that completely automates
the generation of invoices for a time or fixed fee business of
any kind. It maintains records of receivables, and will print
statements if desired. Written in the dBASE language and
compiled with the Clipper compiler. Source code is available
to registered users, as is a FoxPro version. Ideal for
consultants, attorneys, accountants, and other professionals.
Product: TimeStax
Author: Johnson Technologies, 408-255-4213
Version: 2.5a (02-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: First major upgrade is free to registered
users; support via phone/fax/Compuserve.
Look for: TMSTAX*.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it
at no charge); TMSTAX.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71071,1215 for assistance).
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The Personal Timecard Manager. A LAN-aware time management
tool for consultants, contractors, managers, office workers -
in short, anyone who has a need to know how their time is
spent. Lets you record all activity by Date, Client, Project,
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and Task for any number of employees. It features 8-line
notes, an automatic activity timer, 5 levels of subtotal
reporting, popup windows, import/export utilities, and a smooth
user interface.
Product: TimeTrac
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
Time & Expense tracking; TSR, Export, LANs. See full
description on page 267.
Product: Tolman Dental Program
Author: Peter T. Smith D.D.S., 516-281-5544
Dental Office Managment Program. See full description on
page 278.
8.1.4 Purchase order systems
Product: Painless Accounting
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Full feature 11 module accounting system! See full description
on page 238.
Product: The Retailer
Author: RetailWare, 405-749-1763
A multi-center inventory control system. See full description
on page 262.
8.1.5 Payroll systems
Product: DAYO PAYROLL
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOYE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOYE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a system for the computation of payroll for businesses
of any size. Features include: Multiuser, unlimited employees,
Weekly, BiWeekly, and/or Monthly payrolls, quarterly, year to
date (YTD), and current summary databases, Automatic payroll
posting & computation, vacation, sick pay/days, check printing,
multiple states, SDI tax, overtime & premium hourly wages, up
to 8 deductions, view reports on screen, medicare and many
reports.
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Product: Painless Acct/Payroll Companion
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Custom Graph/Report/Export Program. See full description on
page 238.
Product: Painless Payroll
Author: Painless Accounting, 800-521-9905
Version: 1.08 (05-27-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Latest copy of the software along with a
print manual in a 3 ring binder. Also receive major discounts
on updates.
Look for: PAP*.ARC on BBSs (multiple files) (call 214-881-0313 to
download it at no charge); PAP*.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID 70337,3337
for assistance); PAP*.ARC on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3
(multiple files) (or contact userID K.PIERCE7 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full feature payroll system. Modules include: Generation,
Reports, Files, and Closing. Support Federal and all 50 states
tax tables. Generates payroll for Salary, Hourly, Commissions,
and Base plus Commission. Also contains support of Allotments,
Child Support, Departmentalization. Prints numerous reports
including W2s and 1099s. Context Sensitive Help, easy
installation and automatically interfaces with Painless
Accounting 5.0.
Product: PC-PR Payroll Writing
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 2.1 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Printer with a condensed-print
mode.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, current federal/state tax
tables. 20% discount on first check order from NEBS.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A fast, simple payroll writing program. 1992 federal tax
tables and most state tax tables are included. Employees are
automatically sorted in alphabetical order. Allows up to five
deductions per check for 1000 employees.
Reports include employee listing (can be used as payroll input
sheet), federal liability by paydate, quarterly payroll
listing, payroll ledger, payroll check listing, employee
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history report and annual W-2's. Supports tips, cafeteria
plans and 401K plans.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AP
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Accounts Payable program. See full description on
page 241.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! AR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Accounts Receivable program. See full description on
page 242.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! GL
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB General Ledger program. See full description on page 242.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! IN
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Inventory program. See full description on page 243.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! M&C
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Main and Configuration programs. See full description on
page 243.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PR
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Payroll program. See full description on page 244.
Product: Takin' Care of Business! PS
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
TCB Point Of Sale program. See full description on page 244.
Product: ZPAY 3
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 3.4 (01-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 375k RAM, hard disk, printer.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year
mail support, 900# phone support.
Look for: ZPAY3*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); ZPAY3*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70040,645 for assistance); ZPAY3*.ZIP on GEnie
in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 604k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
The easiest to use and most flexible payroll package for the PC
ever! Pays salaried, hourly, commissioned, 1099 type payments
by any pay period. Prints checks, W2's and a multitude of
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reports. Has data exporting so you can manipulate the data
with other applications such as a spreadsheet program. Supports
laser printers as well as your pin feed printers. Manual has a
"test ride" tutorial to make learning a snap!
8.2 Inventory systems
Product: BookStor
Author: Data By Design, 803-556-0562
Inventory system for book dealers. See full description on
page 275.
Product: DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 450k RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO
Inventory.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed and disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYO39.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYO39.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints 3 of 9 bar codes with an Epson (tm) or IBM (tm)
compatible dot matrix printer. It is integrated with the DAYO
Inventory and the DAYO Customer databases. Labels are printed
onto standard labels (3.5 by 15/16 inches at 6 lines per inch).
The inventory bar code label consists of an item number, its
bar code, vendor item number, description, unit of issue,
weight, and bin/location. The customer bar code label consists
of a customer number, its bar code, customer's name and
telephone.
Product: DAYO END OF PERIOD
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO
Inventory.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOEE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOEE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
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DAYOEE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains routines that are normally run at the end of a
reporting period (ie: Month). Permits you to permanently remove
deleted records from the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts
Payable (AP) databases, and to erase old report text files.
There is also a routine for performing a Physical Inventory.
Many reports are included (ie: AR Ageing, AP Summary, Inventory
Movement).
Product: DAYO INVENTORY
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.1 (06-27-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, No record limits, Manual
(printed and disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOIE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOIE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOIE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Multiuser Inventory Control, Purchasing, and Vendor
Maintenance application. Use it to create and maintain an
inventory of any product. Features include Multiuser (ie:
Novell, LANtastic), Reports, Labels, Lists, and a Graph. The
ability to upgrade and expand your system is available with the
addition of supporting DAYO products (ie: DAYO POS, DAYO AR,
DAYO AP, etc.).
Product: DAYO MRP
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed or disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOWE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOWE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A routine designed for manufacturers. Builds items (End Items)
from item (Components) in the inventory database. End Items can
later be placed into inventory for later sales. Supports multi-
level Bill of Materials. Features include automatic inventory
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posting and creation of inventory adjustment records, databases
are dBASE(tm) compatible, multiuser, and many reports.
Product: DAYO RETURN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 2.0 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 520K RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOFE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provide the means to record and track returns of your product.
DAYO RMS integrates to DAYO Inventory and its multiple
warehouses to allow tracking of items being returned (ie:
breakages, warranties, return to vendors). Creates RMA numbers.
Product: Household Register
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Home/Office inventory program. See full description on
page 435.
Product: ICP
Author: Spirit7 Software, Ltd., 703-943-4635
Version: 8.0 (10-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone/fax
support, bonus program.
Look for: ICP.ZIP on BBSs; ICP80.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73530,3236 for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-featured, general purpose inventory control system with
modules to sell, order, and receive inventory. Features complex
filtering (segmenting) of the data base by using the "and/or"
logical operators. Supports LIFO, FIFO, and weighted average
costing. Supports composite inventory (inventory items
consisting of other inventory items). Can be upgraded to
complete point-of-sale system (PICS) at any time with no loss
of data.
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Product: INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE M4
Author: First Step Software
Version: CM-4.0 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $150.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited phone/newsletter support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 456k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for MULTIPLE PROFIT CENTERS. Physical & Perpetual
Inventory functions. Maintains cost records by purchase,
inventory & recipe unit. Extends & totals completed
inventories. Cost of Goods Sold (P&L) analysis for each profit
center. Purchase history by product/service or vendor. Accounts
Payable handles payment by cash, manual check or printed check
with remittance stub. Easy selection of invoices for payment.
Maintains paid and unpaid status of all vendors. Quick start
Workbook/Tutorial.
Product: INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE s4
Author: First Step Software
Version: S-4.0 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited phone/
newsletter support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 397k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Generates printed form for taking physical inventory by
category or location. Extends and totals completed inventory.
Master expense file maintains cost records by purchase,
inventory & recipe unit. Purchase history by product/service or
vendor. Cost of Goods Sold (P&L) analysis. Accounts Payable
handles payment by cash, manual check or printed check plus
remittance stub. Easy selection of invoices for payment.
Maintains paid and unpaid status of all vendors. Quick Start
Workbook/Tutorial on disk.
Product: INVENTORY & COST CONTROL im4
Author: First Step Software
Version: IM-4.0 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $150.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited phone/newsletter support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 465k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for Schools, Colleges, B&I and Corrections with multi
unit operations and central control. Maintains cost records by
purchase, inventory & recipe unit. Physical & Perpetual
Inventory functions. Generates inventory forms and extends/
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totals completed inventories. Separate Cost of Goods Sold (P&L)
analysis for all units. Issues to units invoiced at cost.
Purchase history by product/service and vendor. Reports include
Perpetual, Receiving Log & Shortage. Quick start Workbook/
Tutorial.
Product: RECIPE MANAGEMENT & COSTING
Author: First Step Software
Version: RM-3.0 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited phone/
newsletter support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 290k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for use with one of First Step Software's inventory
control programs as the recipe management accesses the
inventory data files for current cost information. Operator
enters own recipes and method instructions. Can be adjusted up
or down and printed. Options for costing include one recipe or
all recipes in the file.
Product: The Retailer
Author: RetailWare, 405-749-1763
Version: 4.05 (12-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Current disk set sent with printed
manual.
Look for: RET405.ZIP on BBSs (call 405-755-7047 to download it at
no charge); RET405.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IMBAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72331,53 for assistance).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Inventory control for merchants with up to 5 stores selling
similar products. Menu and on-line help. Not POS, but
"backroom" system for central buying office. Min/Max stock
levels may be recalculated automatically. Multiple vendors: up
to 10,000 items each. Input sales from sales slips or physical
inventory in an order-form or on-the-shelf sequence you define.
Identifies best sellers. Five year monthly sales history, by
item & store. Bar charts. Printer redirection. Prints price
tags. Tutorial.
8.3 Equipment use & maintenance
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder [***]
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Vehicle Operation & Maint. Logger & Reminder. See full
description on page 468.
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8.4 Project management
Product: Business Plan Master (IBM)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Version: 1.2 (03-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Word Processing or Page Layout
program plus a Lotus or compatible spreadsheet program.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: Most recent version, minimum three months
support via online services, one free upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BIZPLA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:USEN forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 70400,153 for
assistance); BIZPLANM.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID D.WORKS3 for assistance).
Download size: 152k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Every business needs a BUSINESS PLAN - Fortune 500 or Mom &
Pop. Business Plan Master makes it easy for you to write a
complete business plan. Most of the work is already done for
you. Select the text you want from these formatted templates.
Enter your projections and the spreadsheets generate full
financial reports and analysis (income statement, balance
sheet, cash flow, ratios, etc.).
Save days of work and have a comprehensive business plan to
chart your company's growth!
Product: Business Plan Master (Mac)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Version: 1.2 (03-25-92)
Needs: Unknown. Needs Macintosh word processing or page layout
program plus a spreadsheet program.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: Disk with most recent version, minimum
three months support via the online services, one free upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BIZPLA.SIT on CompuServe
in CIS:USEN forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 70400,153 for
assistance); BIZPLANM.SIT on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID D.WORKS3 for assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Every business needs a BUSINESS PLAN - Fortune 500 or Mom &
Pop. Business Plan Master makes it easy for you to write a
complete business plan. Most of the work is already done for
you. Select the text you want from these formatted templates.
Enter your projections and the spreadsheets generate full
financial reports and analysis (income statement, balance
sheet, cash flow, ratios, etc.).
Save days of work and ahve a comprehensive business plan to
chart your company's growth!
Chapter 8, "Business" 264
Product: Calendar Keeper
Author: Dataphile Software, 616-327-7811
Calendar Database/Draw Program. See full description on
page 102.
Product: Calendar Wise
Author: BLUE CANNON SOFTWARE, 704-398-0850
Multi-Subject Planner, Desktop Calendar. See full description
on page 103.
Product: Chartist
Author: Novagraph, 214-231-2169
Flowcharting and org charting for Windows. See full
description on page 415.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder [***]
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Vehicle Operation & Maint. Logger & Reminder. See full
description on page 468.
Product: Customer Order Management Sys.
Author: Beshears Software Associates, 205-442-6630
COMS v1.1: Customer Order Management System. See full
description on page 268.
Product: Early Bird
Author: Allan Computer Products, 913-384-5725
Great Full-Featured Reminder/Calendar Program. See full
description on page 104.
Product: Easy Project
Author: Parcell Software, 708-232-6328
Version: 4.02 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Latest version sent with printed manual.
Special BBS access given and all registered users notified of
updates.
Look for: EZPROJ.EXE on BBSs (call 708-232-6339 to download it at
no charge); EZPROJ.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72250,1356 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tool to manage all types of projects and an alternative to
complex and expensive project management systems. Featues
Gantt charts detailing planned vs. actual progress, extensive
reporting, and automatic scheduling. Multiple date formats are
supported for use by managers all over the world. Utilizes .DBF
files to make data transfer to other programs easy.
Chapter 8, "Business" 265
Product: InContext
Author: Rams' Island Software, 303-841-2848
DOS shell+, based on principles of human work. See full
description on page 140.
Product: Task Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Version: 2.3 (04-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone/fax/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: TMASTE.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); TMASTE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72357,2034 for assistance).
Download size: 262k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This all-purpose project tracking system is ideal for keeping
track of office assignments, correspondence, projects, tasks,
and other work - easily. Super Report Writer. Powerful Query
Builder allows you to define, save, and restore queries so that
you can work with any subset of records. Form Letter utility
permits merging of data into letters and memos. Popup
appointment calendar. Popup calculator. Supports all laserjet /
dot matrix printers. Supports all international date formats.
Product: WorkQueue
Author: Lane Davis
Version: 1.9 (12-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Latest version without the 'unlicensed'
message.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WQ19*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 73577,1675 for assistance).
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Uses a Staff Plan, Work Plan and Holiday Schedule to calculate
a work schedule for up to 25 people and 1000 tasks over two
years. The availability of staff, their skills, types of work
and task dependencies are used to determine start and end dates
as well as durations. It uses easy, full-screen spreadsheet-
style data entry screens and avoids specialized terminology and
concepts. The Operating instructions, User's Guide and Glossary
are on-line and context-sensitive.
Chapter 8, "Business" 266
8.4.1 Project bidding & costing
Product: ProDev*EPRICE
Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 4.10 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. ProDev*QUOTE software. Up to
24MB of hard disk for large data files.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: One year of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PDQUT3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 72617,1266
for assistance).
Download size: 245k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides for converting weekly price service data files for
electrical, heating, plumbing and air conditioning items to the
ProDev*QUOTE file format to automatically update material
prices. Includes sample files for 3 USA, 1 Australian and 1 UK
price service. The user subscribes separately to the desired
price service.
Product: ProDev*QUOTE
Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 4.10p (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: One year of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PDQUT1.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72617,1266 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Packed with features for ANY type/size business from
consultants to 1 person contractors to small/large
manufacturers. Used by many electrical, heating, plumbing,
remodeling, major construction contractors, florists, flooring
stores, landscape contractors, printing shops, maintenance
services, well . . . just about any type business. The system
defaults are highly configurable. Pull-Down menus, Point &
Shoot Browse and F1 Help windows.
Chapter 8, "Business" 267
Product: ProDev*QUOTE Utility Programs
Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 4.10p (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. ProDev*QUOTE software. Hard
disk recommended.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: One year of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PDQUT2.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 72617,1266
for assistance).
Download size: 306k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Browse program to quickly browse and edit all ProDev*QUOTE bid
system data files. Tracking program will freeze bid prices and
allow posting and comparison reporting of actual project costs.
These are add-on programs to the ProDev*QUOTE program.
Product: TimeTrac
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
Version: 92a (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: TT92A.* on BBSs; TT92A.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70511,720 for assistance);
TT92A.LZH on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
R.SCHENOT for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Automates time sheets and aids project tracking & billing.
Allows individuals in a workgroup to track their use of time
while in the field on laptop computers and then export the
information to accounting, project tracking, spreadsheet and
database programs.
Includes an optional (6k) TSR that allows users to "pop" a
timesheet over text or graphics programs to keep track of
actual time used. Works equally well at the office on a Local
Area Network.
8.4.1.1 Decision analysis tools
Product: NEWBIZ
Author: Centre for Commercial Innovation (CCI)
Brainstorming Program to set up own business. See full
description on page 173.
Chapter 8, "Business" 268
Product: UDECIDE
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.05 (04-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; UDCIDE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you make decisions such as which software or hardware to
purchase; ratings surveys; which project to pursue; selecting
colleges, movies, stocks, or wines. You enter a list of
elements to evaluate the contenders, giving each a weight. Then
you enter the options, assigning values to each element. Then
sort to obtain an ordered list of the best options. Or perform
what-if analyses by changing elements or weights.
8.5 Client management
Product: Appointment Book
Author: Silicon Systems, 817-483-8618
Version: 1.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; APPTBO.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72451,327
for assistance); APPTBOOK.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary
13 (or contact userID D.THEWS for assistance).
Download size: 99k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This electronic appointment scheduler replaces hard copy
appointment books used by most business offices. Uses windows
and lists to ease the data entry burden imposed by business
appointment systems on the market today. Major features:
v/ Automatic Conflict Detection
v/ Recurring Appts
v/ Open Appt Searching
v/ Gannt Views
v/ Much More
Users exclaim that it has more features and is easier to use
than expensive systems, at a fraction of the cost!!
Chapter 8, "Business" 269
Product: Customer Order Management Sys.
Author: Beshears Software Associates, 205-442-6630
Version: 1.1 (10-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM, 720k floppy drive or
hard disk.
Registration fee: $169.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year of free updates,
phone/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 275k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A comprehensive software package designed for anyone that needs
to track customer orders. Records customer delivery schedules
and actual shipments, then tracks every shipment to a delivery
schedule with a running schedule balance. Supports multiple
orders for customers and multiple line item orders. Summary
information can be viewed or printed. Features: pull-down
menus, context-sensitive help, full mouse support, and pop-up
calendar and calculator.
Product: DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Print 3 of 9 barcodes onto Epson/IBM printer. See full
description on page 258.
Product: DAYO MEMBERSHIP
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500K RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYODE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYODE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An application designed to track membership for an association
or organization. The ability to maintain records for donations,
dues, payments and/or invoices has also been incorporated into
the package. Use it to record member information and
optionally, maintain a simple accounting system for dues and/or
donations. Many reports and reporting routines are included in
this package, ie: Members List, Notes, Statements, Labels,
Payments, Form Letters and much more.
Product: Early Bird
Author: Allan Computer Products, 913-384-5725
Great Full-Featured Reminder/Calendar Program. See full
description on page 104.
Chapter 8, "Business" 270
Product: FASTFILE
Author: Interactive Mini Systems, Inc., 509-783-3829
Laptop database for business, school, home. See full
description on page 190.
Product: FlexBase
Author: National MicroSystems, 416-599-1228
Version: 1.0 (11-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk. 80286 recommended.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70334,430 for
assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use database system for recording information about
people. You define what fields you want and the layout of the
screen. The program then integrates it all automatically.
Once you have added your people, you can filter them to show
only the ones you want. Now create custom reports, letters,
and labels using our built in editor and lookup-tables. Print
them out or save the templates for later use. No system has
ever been so easy to use, with so many advenced features.
Product: Hotnet
Author: Robichaux and Associates, 504-752-2620
Version: 3.09 (03-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. NETBIOS LAN for multi-user.
Registration fee: $89.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disk, support.
Look for: HOTNET.ZIP on BBSs; HN309.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71336,336 for
assistance); HOTNET.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID JEROBICHAUX for assistance).
Download size: 420k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Whether you call it a help desk, a customer support center, a
or a trouble desk, telephone technical support can be a beast!
Hotnet can help -- it logs problem calls and solutions and
easily. Track calls, recycle solutions with powerful searches.
TSR capable; multi-user too! Includes report module; plus you
can create and modify your own custom reports. Describe
problems in the caller's own words with a free-form comments
field.
Product: Label Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
PC Magazine Editors Choice mailing list prog. See full
description on page 196.
Chapter 8, "Business" 271
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software, 303-838-5796
Version: 3.1 (03-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: NAME30.ZIP on BBSs; NAME31.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70640,1614 for
assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keeps track of people and companies. Stores 4 phone numbers, 2
addresses, 2 dates, and up to 2000 characters of notes for each
record. Full mouse support. Prints a pocket-size address
book, labels, Rolodex cards, and reports. Creates mail-merge
files for use with most word processors. Dials the phone.
Displays multiple records at once. Extremely easy to use. Type
the first few characters of any person's name and you are
immediately viewing all information about that person.
Product: Names & Dates
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Address Book, Calendar, Mailing Label combo. See full
description on page 114.
Product: PLAN
Author: TIESOH
Version: 2.0 (11-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 90 days mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Menu driven database for handling and tracking employees
choices of benefit plans and options in those plans. Lists can
be sorted by the plan choice, the option choice or a
combintation of both.
Product: THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Expert tax/legal help for small businesses. See full
description on page 294.
Chapter 8, "Business" 272
Product: Surefire Contacts
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
Version: 1.0 (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Surefire - The Smart Document
Processor.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SFCONT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73407,1034 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A smart document application that runs with Surefire - The
Smart Document Processor. Keep track of your contacts the way
you want to with freeform notes, letters, a followup agenda and
timely reports. Surefire database features let you report or
send letters to some or all of your contacts, using the
criteria that is important to you. And, it lets you track
activities. What's more, as a smart document, it can evolve as
you and your business do.
Product: Systems Manager
Author: MiCord, 517-631-4367
Version: 2.5 (02-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, free support, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: SYSMGX.EXE on BBSs; SYSMGX.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70233,663 for
assistance).
Download size: 135k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Automatically tracks usage by time, date, client, purpose, user
and software type from an integrated point-and-shoot menu for
your software or DOS commands. Sorted reports prepared
automatically for client billing, tax or business records.
Friendly enough for beginners with the capabilities advanced
users want. Features include user selection of all tracking
options, password protection, screen colors, screen title, and
time/date formats.
Chapter 8, "Business" 273
8.6 Specific-field systems
Product: PARTY TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.0 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, mail support, limited toll
free (800) phone support.
Look for: PARTRK.ZIP on BBSs; PARTRK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 227k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This Political Party Membership and Financial Records System
will accept, maintain, and report on the membership roles and
financial contributions received by an organized Political
Organization or Committee. The following reports can be pro-
duced: Customized Membership Rosters,Telephone List, Individual
Contributions Report, Report of Contributions Income, and a
Report of Contributor Donations. Mailing labels are produced
for all entries in the system.
8.6.1 Food services
Product: APPLICATION & VERIFICATION MGT.
Author: First Step Software
School Lunch Free & Reduced Application Mgt. See full
description on page 407.
Product: PC-FOOD
Author: Schreck Software, 612-731-6822
Version: 5.4 (07-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 720K or larger drive
recommended.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: PCFOOD.ZIP on BBSs; PCFOOD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76467,2213 for
assistance).
Download size: 164k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates and maintains food cost and selling prices for each
item based on a desired gross profit percentage and or dollar
amount. Edit portion sizes and ingredient costs and see the
effect on costs and margins. User definable ingredient
classifications such as "fresh", "frozen", "dairy", etc. User
definable menu item classifications such as "breakfast",
"lunch", "beverage", etc. Print several reports including
"Required Price Changes", "Batch Recipes", "Menu Items", and
more.
Chapter 8, "Business" 274
Product: RECIPE MANAGEMENT & COSTING
Author: First Step Software
Recipe file management, costing & yield adj. See full
description on page 262.
8.6.2 Legal & law enforcement
See also: Writing applications, Document boilerplates, Legal
specific (page 172).
Product: Appointment Book
Author: Silicon Systems, 817-483-8618
Appointment Book Manager. See full description on page 268.
Product: CHRONOS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 408.
Product: IDP-ACTIVITY [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 2.0 (02-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 800# phone support.
Look for: IDPACT20.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A small town police department program used to track and log
department statistics regarding department responses to a large
variety of functions performed by a police department. The
statistics offer a comparison of activity this year against
activity in the previous two years on a monthly and/or year-to-
date/annual basis. Perfect for taking to the city council to
validate budget requests.
Product: IDP-ARREST [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 3.3 (04-03-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 800# phone support.
Look for: IDPAST33.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A small town police department program for creating local files
on all arrestees. The program will search by last name, maiden
name, 2 aliases, drivers license number, SSS no., 2 addresses,
birthdate and arresting officer. The file on an individual
contains all the above information as well as all the charges
against them and the disposition of each.
Chapter 8, "Business" 275
Product: IDP-PDBASE [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 2.0 (03-03-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, 800# phone support.
Look for: IDPPDB20.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-7542 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Emergency contact system for small town police departments.
This is a database of businesses, their addresses, phone
numbers, landmarks, special notes and contacts. Full, partial
or phonetic spellings of business name or address can be used
to retrieve files.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Legal Case Notes
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (05-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $79.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: CASE527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized cataloging system designed specifically for case
nmotes and statutes of note. Allows you to find case notes and
statutes by topic, key word or any of 21 criteria. Also
provides the ability to cross reference over 250 ways. A full
screen memo is available for full text notes or comments.
Provides the flexibility that allows you to adapt the software
to meet your specific needs. Includes printed reports, and the
ability to export to dBase or ASCII files. Published by
HomeCraft.
Product: THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Expert tax/legal help for small businesses. See full
description on page 294.
8.6.3 Library
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Bibliographic database manager. See full description on
page 174.
Product: BookBank
Author: Data By Design, 803-556-0562
Comprehensive program for book collectors. See full
description on page 434.
Chapter 8, "Business" 276
Product: BookStor
Author: Data By Design, 803-556-0562
Version: 2.5 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $150.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/CIS/
newsletter/mail support, custom configuration, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: BKST25*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 803-569-6525
to download it at no charge); BKS25*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:COLLECT forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76226,733 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows dealers in out-of-print or collectible books to track
stock, customers, other dealers, sales, catalogs, wants, and
much more. Full accounting records are kept and account
statements and purchasing reports can be produced. Full
details are recorded for every item. There is even a spelling
checker for item descriptions. Menu driven, pop-up help
context sensitive and indexed help, pop-up calculator and much
more! Can export all catalogs and reports for for use in
publishing.
Product: ORGANIZE! Professional Books
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: PROBK527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized cataloging system designed specifically for
professional books, technical papers and other publications.
Each publication can be cataloged by up to 20 criteria all of
which can be searched, cross referenced, sorted and
alphabetized. Searches can be based on keywords, subjects,
title, author or any other information you've included in your
catalog. Fast BTrieve index based searches can find any entry
in less than 2 seconds. Includes user definable printed
reports.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Books/Magazines
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for books & magazines. See full description
on page 437.
Chapter 8, "Business" 277
Product: ORGANIZE! Your CDs & Records
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for CDs, LPs and tapes. See full description
on page 437.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Office
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (05-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $79.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: OFFIC527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized cataloging system designed specifically for
maintaining an office inventory. Allows you to keep track of
all of your office equipment, furniture, fixtures, software,
and even personal items kept at the office. You can also
include items your business owns, but which you keep and use at
home. Reporting functions give you total cost, current value,
and can list your inventory based on location, item type, or by
any other criteria. Shareware by HomeCraft.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Photographs
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for photographs & slides. See full
description on page 290.
8.6.4 Medical & dental
Product: Appointment Book
Author: Silicon Systems, 817-483-8618
Appointment Book Manager. See full description on page 268.
Product: IDP-EMS [***]
Author: Infinity Data Products, 314-243-8483
Version: 1.5 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one free upgrade, 800#
phone support, customization service.
Look for: IDPEMS15.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-243-742 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Ambulance services trip record & patient billing system. Tracks
all pertinent data regarding patient, transportation, services
performed (user defined service codes, descriptions & charges),
as well as allowing for 64k of comments per trip entry. Also
prints invoices and tracks income versus charges. Several
reports can be generated.
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Product: KWIKSTAT
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Statistical Data Analysis. See full description on page 345.
Product: LEANER
Author: MoonStone Software, 602-955-4266
Version: 2.00 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk and EGA monitor
strongly recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support. Discounts on other products.
Look for: LEAN200.ZIP on BBSs (call 602-235-9653 to download it
at no charge); LEAN20.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GOODHEALTH forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71021,3617 for assistance);
LEAN200.ZIP on GEnie in IBM PC RTC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps find your ideal weight and formulate a set of easy to
reach goals. Graphs and reviews track your daily and monthly
progress. Calculates aerobic points and calories expended from
45 different exercises. Estimates body fat and Body Mass
Index. Assesses health risks. Discovers your eating style.
And that's just a few of the many features!
Accommadates groups of all sizes. Insures privacy for personal
charts. Incorporates your personal weight loss strategies and
techniques.
Product: ORGANIZE! Professional Books
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for professional books. See full description
on page 276.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Office
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Offive inventoryn system. See full description on page 277.
Product: Tolman Dental Program
Author: Peter T. Smith D.D.S., 516-281-5544
Version: 3.1 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $599.00
Registration benefits: Set of data files, at least six months or
six hours of phone support.
Look for: TOLMAN#.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); TOLMN*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:DBADVISOR forum LIBrary 8 (multiple files)
(or contact userID 72617,70 for assistance); TOLMAN#.ZIP on
Chapter 8, "Business" 279
GEnie in DATABASE forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact
userID XMG16757 for assistance).
Download size: 480k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This CompuServe Magazine (DEC 91) pick as a "Current Hit," is
an efficient management program for a mid-size dental office.
Though inexpensive it is NOT incomplete. It will handle
billing, recalls, insurance, referral tracking, a variety of
patient lists, production reports, mail merge and more. With
online help, look-up windows and a User's Manual, the program
is easy to learn. The program was used/improved in the
dentist/author's office for 4 years before release.
8.6.5 Real estate
Product: ACCEL
Author: JSOFT, 612-823-7197
Compares various accelerated payment methods. See full
description on page 303.
Product: Appointment Book
Author: Silicon Systems, 817-483-8618
Appointment Book Manager. See full description on page 268.
Product: COMPLEX
Author: TIESOH
Version: 2.01 (11-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 90 days mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a menu driven database for record manipulation,
directories sorted 6 ways, balloting (weighted or not by
percentage ownership), calculations for commons charages or
maintenance fees (equally or proportionately), and a budget
format.
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Product: DIMANAGE
Author: DI Management Corporation, 513-831-4122
Version: 2.1 (06-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DIMANA.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 71310,1040
for assistance).
Download size: 256k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A rental property management system designed for speed and ease
of use. Use it to manage as many properties, with as many
units, as your hard disk and your patience will tolerate. The
assumption is that managers want to manage property, not do
accounting. The system was designed to make record keeping as
simple as possible, while giving fast access to the money and
tenant information the property manager and the accountant
need. Sample data provided.
Product: Homebuying and Refinancing
Author: Byers Sofware, 713-859-1905
Analyze homebuying, prepaying, or refinancing. See full
description on page 300.
Product: THE MORTGAGE MISER
Author: Practical Solutions, 206-868-3336
Mortgage loan modeling tool. See full description on page 308.
8.7 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File conversion (page 48).
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research, 619-942-0688
Converts xBase to Word Perfect secondary file. See full
description on page 48.
8.8 Forms generators
Product: BESTTEST
Author: WiseWare
Full-featured test preparation program. See full description
on page 401.
Product: CHARTS UNLIMITED [***]
Author: Graphware, Inc., 513-424-6733
Flow,Org & Gantt charts, forma and floorplans. See full
description on page 415.
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Product: FormGen
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Version: 4.1a (12-19-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
technical support, product discounts.
Look for: FORM41A.EXE on BBSs; FORM41.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70446,76 for
assistance).
Download size: 107k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The world's most popular form drawing package. Powerful, yet
easy-to-use package works like a word processor, with many
features specially geared to designing forms. Using the full
screen editor, you can quickly draw lines and boxes. Then print
the form on your Epson, IBM or HP type printer. The printed
results are amazing! Professional quality forms in minutes!
Product: PCForm
Author: CareWare, 916-477-6024
Version: 2.3 (01-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PCF23.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance); PCF23.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID R.CROUCH1 for assistance).
Download size: 143k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers an easy means for creating tailored made professional
looking forms, graphs, and line drawings. Features: ease of
use, word processing like entry and editing, new HP LaserJet
and multiple copies printing, comprehensive file management,
auto-tab for easy fill-in, two point line and box drawing,
block editing, multiple pages, pull down menus, mouse support,
configurability, PIF and ICO files, ASCII format for maximum
compatibility and more.
Product: PostCardMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
PostCard & Mail Handling System. See full description on
page 198.
8.8.1 Forms fillers
Product: Badge-O-Magic
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
LaserJet Nametags Using Any dBASE III File. See full
description on page 69.
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Product: FormGen Fill
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Version: 1.5 (12-19-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
technical support, product discounts.
Look for: FILL15.EXE on BBSs; FILL15.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70446,76 for
assistance).
Download size: 163k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
From the makers of FormGen, the world's most popular form
drawing system, comes a powerful, yet easy-to-use form filling
system. This companion for FormGen puts data areas on your
forms. The form may then be filled & printed - picture perfect
every time. Features: muti-line fields, calculations, date &
time and much more. Context sensitive help makes it easy to
learn and use. Forms are printed on your Epson, IBM, or HP
printer.
Product: MORFORM
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Version: 1.0 (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, 480k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support, one free
upgrade, 50 additional business and miscellaneous forms.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MORFR*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71530,2363 for assistance); MORFORM*.ZIP on GEnie in
IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
MORSOFT for assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Save time and money every day with this complete forms
management system. Create customized forms quickly and easily
with automatic box and line drawing. Fill them out with full
data entry capabilities including automatic computations,
multiple choice selections, customized field help, automatic
date and time stamping, incremental numbering, and each form
may be 1 to 30 pages in length. Then print them using all of
the fonts available on your printer for a professional look.
Product: STAFF-MASK
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Custom designed RETRIEVE/EDIT/ADD/DELETE Mask. See full
description on page 186.
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8.8.2 Forms processing
Product: MORFORM
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
Complete forms management system. See full description on
page 282.
Product: Over_LAZ
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
HP LaserJet overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 75.
Product: Over_LAZ PS
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
PostScript overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 77.
Product: WAMPUM
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Menu-Driven dBASE-Compat. DBMS in a 20K TSR. See full
description on page 187.
Product: XPENS
Author: Richard A. Williams, 815-455-6333
Expense Account Reporting Program. See full description on
page 245.
Product: Zephyr
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
FoxPro-Compatible DBMS for Non-Programmers. See full
description on page 188.
8.8.3 Forms collections
Product: FormGen Business Collection
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Version: 1.0 (07-23-90)
Needs: Unknown. FormGen.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Technical support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FORM-B.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70446,76 for
assistance).
Download size: 44k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains over 70 common business forms for use with FormGen.
Invoices, purchase orders, time sheets and much more! Nearly
any form you can think of for business can be found in this
collection. You can add your company name, make any changes
you want, and your form is ready.
Chapter 8, "Business" 284
Product: FormGen Home Collection
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Version: 1.0 (07-23-90)
Needs: Unknown. FormGen.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Technical support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FORM-H.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70446,76 for
assistance).
Download size: 33k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains over 50 useful forms for home an hobby. Everything
from golf and bowling scoresheets to grocery lists and movie
logs can be found in this collection. Use the forms "as is", or
change them to suit your taste.
8.9 Sales aids
Product: CATALOG-ON-A-DISK(tm) [***]
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Version: 2.10 (05-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $55.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: CATALG21.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it
at no charge); CATALG.ZIP on CompuServe in ZNT:UTILFOR forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 71460,2644 for assistance);
CATALG21.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (or contact
userID D.VEANER1 for assistance).
Download size: 195k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it easy for your customers to find and order your
products. Using the Enter and Esc keys they can order products
and print the order form. Catalogs are made in your favrite
text editor, then compressed to fit more products on a disk and
for security.
US and International settings, automatic handling of sales tax
and shipping, special forms and coupons. You set color, help,
text screens and more.
Awarded Shareware Magazine's Editor's Choice Award.
Chapter 8, "Business" 285
Product: DAYO PRICE BOOK
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530K RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOBE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOBE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOBE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A system of creating and maintaining specialized pricing for
your customer/clients. Special printouts (Price Books/Catalogs)
may be printed to a standard printer, or to a Hewlett Packard
(tm) Laserjet or compatible. It requires the presence of DAYO
Inventory and DAYO POS (Point of Sale) programs/databases.
Special Price Book methods include Fixed, Margin/Cost Plus, and
List/Retail discounts.
Product: Home Sales System
Author: Grumpyware, 214-340-5231
Avon(tm) Billing & Ordering program. See full description on
page 287.
Product: MakeDemo
Author: WindhamWoods Publishing, 603.893.2667
Presentation program with interactive menuing. See full
description on page 226.
8.10 Marketing
Product: Business Plan Master (IBM)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
Product: Business Plan Master (Mac)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
Chapter 8, "Business" 286
Product: Multilevel Marketing Simulator
Author: LRV Company, 516-360-9178
Version: 2.00 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Current disk, print manual, Tech support
by Mail, CompuServe, 24 hr. phone. First upgrade free. May
contribute material for possible inclusion in next release.
Look for: MLM$V200.EXE on BBSs; MLM200.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:USEN forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 76615,600 for
assistance).
Download size: 234k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A no holds barred look at MLM. Demonstrates how downlines can
grow to yield a 6 figure income in a hostile, competitive
environment. Users input details of marketing plan, product
acceptance, promotional budgets & strategies. Program projects
downlines, costs, retail profits, commissions, purchases, cash
status for each individual. Warns of unprofitable situations.
Authorized distribution package explains MLM basics, includes
documentation and examples.
Product: PowerIntsall
Author: W.S. Ataras Engineering, 408-648-3662
Install prog. Multi-disk. Compile to 1 exe. See full
description on page 145.
Product: Sell More Software
Author: Droege Computing Services, Inc., 919-383-9749
Version: 3.0 (12-31-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $100.00
Registration benefits: User Manual, newsletter, software
support, notice of updates.
Look for: SELLMOR*.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to facilitate the marketing, sales, and administrative
activities involved in selling computer software. Created
specifically for software developers and value-added re-
sellers, the program helps to plan projects, track contact with
prospects and clients, track support, and print custom letters
and forms.
Product: The ShareWare Book
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
A software entrepreneur's cookbook. See full description on
page 535.
Chapter 8, "Business" 287
8.11 Work-at-home
See also: Home & hobby (page 431).
Product: Appointment Book
Author: Silicon Systems, 817-483-8618
Appointment Book Manager. See full description on page 268.
Product: Back Soon! [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Screen-saver/message-taking utility. See full description on
page 289.
Product: Business Plan Master (IBM)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
Product: Business Plan Master (Mac)
Author: Grand Universal, 303-756-2175
Professional business plan templates. See full description on
page 263.
Product: Home Sales System
Author: Grumpyware, 214-340-5231
Version: 3.2 (02-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: SALES.EXE on BBSs (call 214-457-8708 to download it at
no charge); SALES.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:HOME forum LIBrary 3
(or contact userID 72117,3156 for assistance).
Download size: 192k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for Avon(tm) representatives to automate the customer
billing and product ordering process. Prints bills, order
sheets, customer call lists, customer labels, End of Campaign
reports, and much more.
Product: Label Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
PC Magazine Editors Choice mailing list prog. See full
description on page 196.
Product: Multilevel Marketing Simulator
Author: LRV Company, 516-360-9178
Examines & compares MLMs for income potential. See full
description on page 285.
Product: Quick Shop
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
The Grocery Shopping Assistant. See full description on
page 455.
Chapter 8, "Business" 288
8.12 Training aids
See also: Programming, Hypertext/hypermedia (page 368);
Education, Computers (page 394).
Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 164.
Product: Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 514.
Product: Popup Help & Data (Ph.D.)
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology, 405-377-0444
Create cross-refenced pop-up help systems. See full
description on page 369.
8.12.1 Lecturing programs
See also: Writing applications, Creativity & brainstorming
(page 172).
Product: Lecture
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Version: 1.01 (07-03-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick-reference card,
master disks, 30-day return policy (no questions asked), one
year of phone/fax/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: LECTR101.ZIP on BBSs; LECTUR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74017,1344 for
assistance); LECTR100.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 1 (or
contact userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a much-needed text-based lecturing capability in
Windows. Replaces transparencies and foils! Other
presentation packages focus on graphics and overwhelm users
with complexities and high price tags. This program reads
standard ASCII files and displays text presentations in a
window. Mouse support lets you walk around freely as you "flip
slides."
College teachers, businessmen, Toastmasters, and many others
who give text-based lectures will find this program extremely
useful.
Chapter 8, "Business" 289
8.13 Business utilities
Product: 2Convert [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Conversion Program for length, currency etc. See full
description on page 99.
Product: AFFORD IT???
Author: Garrett Krueger Software Development, 612-776-9942
Monetary calculator (annuities,savings,loans). See full
description on page 315.
Product: Back Soon! [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Version: 1.1 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
one free upgrade.
Look for: BKSN??.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-7001 to download it at
no charge); BKSN??.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for the busy home or office environment and has the
following features:
* "Blanks" text screens to prevent phosphor burn-in
* Displays a customized, scrolling message
* Accepts messages from visitors
* Allows you to retrieve, print, or store your messages
Allows you to turn your PC into a message center. Get rid of
those Post-It(tm) notes stuck to your monitor; only print those
messages that you really need.
Product: DOS-CALC
Author: DOS-CALC
Much more than just another calculator! See full description
on page 100.
Product: EXPRESSGRAPH
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Pie, line, bar charts for business apps. See full description
on page 423.
Product: Hi, Finance!(tm) [***]
Author: Brightridge Solutions, Inc., 615-246-3337
Windows Financial Planning & Calculation Tool. See full
description on page 316.
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Product: Mail Machine
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print Envelopes and Labels on all LaserJets. See full
description on page 79.
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation, 800-992-8170
Version: 2.02 (05-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 125k RAM.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 51/4" & 31/2" master disks, 1
year of support.
Look for: MX-202.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-425-2505 to download it at
no charge); MX-202.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71140,2416 for assistance).
Download size: 135k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Metric-English-Metric Conversion Utility uses drop-down
menus to display/select any of 12 Categories and 179 Units of
Measure. Noted for being very user-friendly and extremely
accurate. This program has been designated as an "ACCEPTED
METRIC CONVERSION TOOL" by the U.S. Interagency Council on
Metric Policy's Metric Operating Committee (ICMP/ MOC) and is
currently the only conversion utility to carry this
distinction. Based upon ANSI/IEEE Std-268-1982.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Home
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Home/office inventory system. See full description on
page 477.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Photographs
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
updates, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: PHOTO527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized cataloging system designed specifically for
cataloging photographs, negatives and slides. Allows you to
search, cross reference and alphabetize your library in any way
you want. It's 10,000,000 entry capacity per filename means
you have an unlimited capacity. Includes macros to make
entering information quick and easy. User definable reports
allow you to set how printed reports will look. Published by
HomeCraft, the leader in software for cataloging collections.
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Product: Parcel Shipping Program(PSP)(r)
Author: East Hampton Industries, 516-324-2224
Version: 2.4 (02-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Epson/IBM dot matrix printer.
Registration fee: $125.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Prints UPS approved manifest, COD Tags, and shipping labels. As
you enter shipping transactions PSP looks up the zone from the
ZIP code and calculates shipping charges. Supports all UPS
nd
rates including commercial, residential, 2 and next day, and
International. Keeps an address file for frequently shipped-to
customers and an easily erased file for one-time shipments.
Instructions included to help the UPS rep to get you started.
Product: Personal Time Card
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Electronic Time Card. See full description on page 118.
Product: Surefire - Smart Document Proc
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
Smart Document Processor - Word Proc/Database. See full
description on page 171.
Product: VMiX 386
Author: Commercial Software Associates (ComSoft), 714-720-1214
MSDOS MultiTasker MultiUser for 8086 to 486. See full
description on page 81.
8.14 Software tools
8.14.1 For other
Product: Badge-O-Magic
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
LaserJet Nametags Using Any dBASE III File. See full
description on page 69.
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Product: DAYO INDEX
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited Records, Manual (printed &
disk), Phone Support.
Look for: DAYOXE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOXE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOXE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to manage the indexing of the DAYO databases. DAYO
applications all have multiple indexes, and because it is
recommended that they be reindexed at least once daily, DAYO
Index was created to simplify this process.
Product: DAYO PASSWORDS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 450k RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO
modules.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Security, Manual (printed & disk), Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYOIDE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it
at no charge); DAYIDE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance);
DAYOIDE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID
T.L.JOHNSON for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides DAYO Business Application users with a system of
database security through the use of passwords. Its use is
optional, but recommended in areas where more than one person
has access to the data.
Product: Early Bird
Author: Allan Computer Products, 913-384-5725
Great Full-Featured Reminder/Calendar Program. See full
description on page 104.
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp., 407-738-1712
The real Batch Language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 85.
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Product: The Finishing Touch
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc., 800-767-1978
Professional Software Installation Program. See full
description on page 376.
Product: FLAGS(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Flatfile Application Generator System. See full description on
page 190.
Product: FoxTails #1(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions, 216-491-4581
Collection of FoxPRO tools - source code. See full description
on page 210.
Product: HyperPAD
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
The HyperMedia Platform for MS-DOS. See full description on
page 368.
Product: PREP
Author: Southwind Software
Create Run-Time Mult-Choice Tests/Drills. See full description
on page 409.
8.15 Other
Product: DAYO LOOKUP
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 450K RAM; Hard Disk; DAYO
Modules.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Unlimited Records, Manual
(printed & disk), Phone Support, Security.
Look for: DAYOLE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOLE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A routine for DAYO users to view data from any DAYO database or
dBase (tm) compatible database (.DBF). No editing is allowed.
This provides a 'safe' tool for users that do not have the need
to make changes to the databases. Has multi-level passwords.
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Product: DAYO SMART REPORTS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.0 (06-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Multiuser, Manual (printed & disk), Phone
Support.
Look for: DAYORE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYORE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76367,1401 for assistance); DAYORE.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID T.L.JOHNSON for
assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains many reports/routines that will help you manage your
purchasing, inventory, invoices, backorders, sales, and your
databases. There are MANY Reports, Lists and Routines included
in Smart Reports, ie: Single Warehouse, Valuation Expanded,
ReOrder, Late PO, Margin (History), Vendor List, Customer List,
Inventory Item List, Expenses List, Warehouse Adjustments, HP
Laser Pull Sheet, Available Inventory, GL Posting Problems,
View Reports On Screen, and MANY more!
Product: KICK
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Motivational/Inspirational Messages. See full description on
page 217.
Product: PCStat
Author: PC Information Systems, 702-342-0376
Easy to use statistical report program. See full description
on page 346.
Product: THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Version: 6.2 (04-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM, 1.44MB floppy drive
or hard disk (hard disk strongly recommended).
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Master disks, 90-day mail support,
discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Unique expert program puts the tax/legal/business knowledge of
a Harvard lawyer, "Big 6" CPA at your disposal instantly. Very
easy to use! Gives your small business quick, current tax &
legal advice (based on your state law), on all Fed/State taxes,
OSHA, ADA, Envir. Laws and more. Creates detailed, customized
startup checklist for your business, your state, in seconds.
Chapter 8, "Business" 295
Wide range of of Q&A "consulting sessions," such as whether to
incorp. or elect Sub S. EZ-to-use income/estate/corp tax
modules.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 296
Chapter 9
Finances
See also: Spreadsheet applications (page 178); Mathematics
(page 342); Business (page 232).
9.1 Stock trading & analysis
Product: Capital Gainz
Author: DBLinx, 919-469-5196
Investment portfolio manager. See full description on
page 314.
Product: Money Smith
Author: Money Smith Systems
Home and Small Business Accounting System. See full
description on page 237.
Product: PC Chart (CGA/HGC)
Author: Guru Systems Ltd., 604-299-1010
Version: 1.4 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA or Hercules monitor; 512k
RAM. Modem optional.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: 30 data files (DOW 30 Industrials), data
conversion utility program (Supports Prodigy and Telescan
2000), high-quality spiral-bound manual.
Look for: PCC14*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); PCC14.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID
72717,1651 for assistance); PCC14.ZIP on GEnie in INVESTOR'S
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID G.QUONG for assistance).
Download size: 335k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Bullish on the market? Or bearish? This program will help you
decide! It brings you a comprehensive set of technical
analysis tools to help you decide when to buy and sell stocks
and commodities. Mathematical algorithms help you determine
what action to take. The spreadsheet-like interface permits
easy editing and manual updating of up to 400 price files. For
anyone who prefers automatic updating, Lets you use All-
Quotes, Dial/Data, and GEnie to get price updates via modem.
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Product: PC-CHART (EGA/VGA)
Author: Guru Systems Ltd., 604-299-1010
Version: 1.4 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. EGA monitor, 512k RAM. Modem
optional.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: 30 data files (Dow 30 Industrials), data
conversion utility program which supports Prodigy and Telescan
2000, high-quality spiral-bound manual.
Look for: PCC14C*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); PCC14C.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID
72717,1651 for assistance); PCC14C.ZIP on GEnie in INVESTORS'
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID G.QUONG for assistance).
Download size: 324k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Bullish on the market? Or Bearish? This program will help you
decide! It brings you a comprehensive set of technical
analysis tools to help you decide when to buy and sell stocks
and commodities. Mathematical algorithms help you determine
what actions to take. The spreadsheet-like interface permits
easy editing and manual updating of up to 400 price files. For
anyone who prefer automatic updating. Lets you use All-Quotes,
Dial/Data, and GEnie to get price updates via modem.
Product: PRO$TOCK
Author: Gateway Software
Version: 2.0 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Prodigy Software, hard drive.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one free update.
Look for: PROS20.ZIP on BBSs; PROS20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCON forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73567,2755 for
assistance); PROS20.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 6 (or
contact userID P.RABERGEAU2 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A software package compatible with Prodigy software Features
include: define off-line different lists of more than 1,000
stock quotes (also bonds and mutual funds). Lists of stocks
symbols can be created from scratch, or from Metastock files.
Download daily in unattended mode predefined list of stock
quotes. Browse, print and convert stock quotations
(Spreadsheet, Lotus 1-2-3, Quicken).
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Product: Stable - Technical Graphs
Author: WINTERRA Software Group, 303-470-6323
Version: 1.10 (04-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/fax/
CompuServe support. Special offers.
Look for: STAB110.ZIP on BBSs; STABLE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70244,2371 for
assistance).
Download size: 245k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This latest update contains many of your most requested
features - and is Windows 3.0/3.1 compatible. Written for both
experienced and novice users, Stable is ideal for the technical
trader with existing data for stocks, bonds, funds, and other
financial data. Many popular indicators are provided - along
with features such as DDE, Drag and Drop, popup graph menus,
printing, desktop management, and more! Reads CSI, Technical
Tools, MetaStock, and ASCII formatted data files.
Product: $tokTraX
Author: Stoktrax Systems
Stock portfolio and charting system. See full description on
page 314.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 603-598-4676
Version: 2.02 (12-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, Lotus 1-2-3
(Version 2.0 or greater) or Quattro Pro.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe support,
and a one-year data file for all DJIA stocks.
Look for: TI123.ARC on BBSs (call 312-280-8565 to download it at
no charge); TI123.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:LOTUS forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 76057,2400 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated portfolio management and technical analysis
template for Lotus 1-2-3 and Quattro Pro. The program keeps
track of securities, charts price trends, and makes buy/sell
decisions based on technical indicators. These indicators
include moving averages, relative strength, momentum, RSI, and
many others. Total Investor maintains both current and
historical quotes. Utility products are available from HFS to
link Total Investor to Compuserve, Prodigy, DJN/R, Genie and
Signal.
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Product: Total Investor for Symphony
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 603-598-4676
Version: 2.01 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, modem. Lotus
Symphony (Version 1.1 or greater).
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe support,
and a one-year data file for all DJIA stocks.
Look for: TISYM.ARC on BBSs (call 312-280-8565 to download it at
no charge); TISYM.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:LOTUS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76057,2400 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated portfolio management and technical analysis
template for use with Lotus Symphony. The program can be used
to keep track of securities, chart stocks, and make buy/sell
decisions based on technical indicators. These indicators
include moving averages, momentum, relative strength, RSI, and
many others. Total Investor updates both current quotes for
your portfolio and historical quotes for charting and analysis
through Dow Jones News Retrieval.
Product: YieldBook
Author: Compound Solutions
Bond Pricing Calculator. See full description on page 316.
9.2 Personal finances
See also: Business, Business finances (page 233).
Product: AMORTZ
Author: Oregon Software Group, 503-643-0915
Version: 1.30 (06-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: One year free upgrading, unlimited
support.
Look for: AMORTZ13.ZIP on BBSs (call 503-297-4070 to download it
at no charge); AMORTZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74040,533 for assistance);
AMORTZ13.ZIP on GEnie in IBM PC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID J.BOWYER2 for assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A very "User Friendly" financial loan system designed to be
useful and understandable to everyone - from teens trying to
swing a car loan to CPAs working on million dollar deals. It
can calculate any of the loan variables (Principal, Interest
Rate, Payment Amount or Number of Payments), immediately show
loan totals, and then generate "Payback" schedules (on screen
or hardcopy) by year. Try it on your monthly mortgage payment
to see what a dramatic difference $50 per month can make!
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Product: C.A.R.S.
Author: Cybernetic Software, 708-677-8358
The Complete Automobile Reporting System. See full description
on page 234.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder [***]
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Vehicle Operation & Maint. Logger & Reminder. See full
description on page 468.
Product: FREE & EASY [***]
Author: Free and Easy Software, 613-834-1738
Calculations done in a user defined structure. See full
description on page 180.
Product: Hi, Finance!(tm) [***]
Author: Brightridge Solutions, Inc., 615-246-3337
Windows Financial Planning & Calculation Tool. See full
description on page 316.
Product: HOME BUDGET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: Brentson Worrell, 813-886-2282
Version: 4.31 (07-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: HBMS431.ZIP on BBSs; HBMS43.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71121,1601 for
assistance); HBMS431.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID BLWORRELL for assistance).
Download size: 211k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Find out where your money went (and how much is left) with this
financial record-keeping and reporting system. New features
include a pop-up calculator, "macros", and support for foreign
dates & currency symbols. HBMS has extensive screen & printed
reports, user designable accounts, easy data entry, transaction
editing, automatic entries, fiscal year support, checkbook
printing & reconciliation, and MORE! Sample data is included
for a quick introduction.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 301
Product: Homebuying and Refinancing
Author: Byers Sofware, 713-859-1905
Version: 2.0 (05-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HBR.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73757,1256 for
assistance).
Download size: 132k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Computes easy-to-understand analysis of buying a home (PITI,
points, expenses, after-tax and present value costs) or
prepaying a mortgage. Calculates refinancing results including
monthly payment savings, total present value savings over loan
life, and break-even times for a wide range of interest rates
and points. Rates loan qualifying chances, compares renting
versus buying, saves/recalls data, prints a definable cover
page. Designed for homebuyers and homeowners; great tool for
estate agents.
Product: LOANS & SAVINGS
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Version: 1.01 (06-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Six months of support, latest version on
disk.
Look for: LO&SA1.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Figure loans, loan by payment, payoff, savings. Reports total
amount, total interest, total input or output on menu screen or
optionaly to printer. A calculator to assist you with your
figures and help screens.
* Plan your savings strategy.
* Know before you buy what the real cost is.
* Know how much will you save if you payoff now.
* Find out what you afford to buy.
Product: MS Financial Calculator
Author: Money Smith Systems
Money Smith's Financial Calculator. See full description on
page 234.
Product: PC-DEAL
Author: KINDRED SPIRITS
Double Entry Ledger Accounting System. See full description on
page 239.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 302
Product: Peronal Record Keeper
Author: Professional Automated Systems, 609-448-9299
Storage of personal and family information. See full
description on page 478.
Product: QuickPlan [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Memory resident spreadsheet program. See full description on
page 180.
Product: TAX91
Author: F. Roland Bjorklund, 301-645-6819
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Epson FX/LQ,IBM Proprinter,or
HP LaserJet.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: State program for 10 or more states.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Editor's note: The author claims to release yearly updates for
this software around December/January.
Description:
Allows tax preparers and individuals to prepare Federal Form
1040 U.S. Individual Tax Returns including more than 34
supporting schedules and forms. An IRS approved signature 1040
for EPSON FX/LQ,IBM Proprinter,or HP Laserjet. State programs
for registered uses. Pulldown menus, mouse support, and
context help. A natural method of entering and reviewing tax
data including scrolling forms, and single button switching
between forms. Popup Calculator. Fees schedule. Front page.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 603-598-4676
Portfolio Manager/Technical Analysis Template. See full
description on page 298.
Product: Total Investor for Symphony
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 603-598-4676
Portfolio Manager/Technical Analysis Template. See full
description on page 298.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 303
9.2.1 Finances & budgets
Product: ACCEL
Author: JSOFT, 612-823-7197
Version: 1.0 (11-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone year
of phone/BBS support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu driven program that provides comparisons 4 different
ways of accelerating payments on a mortgage: paying a fixed
amount extra per month, paying the next month(s)'principal with
no maximum extra, paying the next month(s)' principal with a
maximum extra and paying bi-weekly. It has 5 different menu
options, 3 of which evaluate accelerated mortgage options, an
option to view the program documentation or print it and an
option to return to DOS
Product: Cash Control
Author: Adrian-Thomas Developments, Inc., 613-837-0684
Version: 1.21S (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: EGA/VGA Color Graphics, Popup Calculator/
Calendar, Free technical support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CASHC.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73770,1673 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Manage your Checking, Savings or Charge Accounts the Fast and
Easy way. Enter your transactions in pop up windows while
viewing your Checkbook Register. Recall your frequently used
transactions. Be reminded when payments and deposits are due,
with optional advanced notification. Search for transactions
forwards or backwards. Split transactions. Transfer funds
between accounts. Balance your accounts. Generate reports. View
bar and pie charts. Batch printing of checks on matrix or
laser printers.
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Product: CheckBook Plus
Author: Beshears Software Associates, 205-442-6630
Version: 5.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. High-density floppy drive or
hard disk.
Registration fee: $34.75
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
free updates, phone/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 347k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full-featured, check book based, cash management and budgeting
system. Customized Cash Flow and Income Statement reports can
be printed or viewed. Prints checks, Register with selectable
date range, and bank reconciliation. Frequently used
transactions can be memorized and recalled. Fast and easy
account reconciliation. Pull-down menus, text windows, and
context sensitive help make it easy to learn and use. Includes
pop-up calendar, desktop and financial calculators, and full
mouse support.
Product: CheckMate Plus
Author: Custom Technologies, 904-871-5479
Checkbook-based Accounting. See full description on page 235.
Product: "Cheque-It-Out"
Author: Hooper International, Inc., 719-528-8989
Version: 1.1C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: FREE unlimited technical support, latest
version of the program, printed/bound manual, graphics, pop-up
calculator, import/export, mouse support, account
reconciliation module, automated year-end closing and financial
utilities module.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CIO.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75300,562 for
assistance).
Download size: 235k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu-driven, double-entry, personal accounting system
combining powerful bookkeeping methods with an easy-to-use,
full-featured design. Some features include passwords, pop-up
windows, context sensitive help, full range of accountant-ready
reports and pre/post dated transactions. Supports any checks
and any printers. Tracks income, expenses, assets,
liabilities, budgets and net worth. Works under Windows. Manage
your money like a financial whiz!
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Product: EASY BANKING
Author: The Durol Company, 604-524-1765
Version: 1.2 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $28.50
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simple to use yet sophisticated menu driven system for managing
business or personal banking information. Pop up windows on
screen help, bottom line prompts and a manual on disk for easy
use. Track checks, withdrawals, deposits and automatic monthly
payments or deposits. With up to 98 expense categories and up
to 98 accounts it can generate several hundred statements and
reports. Pop up calendar and calculator. Many maintenance and
configuration options.
Product: EliteCheck
Author: Taewoong Jeon
Extremely easy checkbook/budget management. See full
description on page 312.
Product: FPLAN-Captital Needs Planner
Author: First Financial Software, 407-352-2529
Version: 3.0 (04-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
st
Registration benefits: Free 800 Phone Support, Free 1 Upgrade,
50% off other Upgrades, 20% off other FPLAN progs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 323k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A total capital needs (life insurance) planner designed for
easy use. Included are automatic demonstrations for each of the
functions to familiarize you with the program. All of your
data, from a comprehensive questionnaire, can be entered into
the program to determine the status of your desired capital
needs situation and printed out. Great for helping you achieve
the optimum situation for support of dependents in case of
premature death.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 306
Product: FPLAN-Education Funding Planner
Author: First Financial Software, 407-352-2529
Version: 3.0 (04-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
st
Registration benefits: Free 800 Phone Support, Free 1 Upgrade.
50% off other Upgrades, 20% off other FPLAN Progs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 335k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A total college funding planner designed for easy use. Included
are automatic demonstrations for each of the functions to
familiarize you with the program. All of your data from a
comprehensive questionnaire, can be entered into the program to
determine the status of your desired college funding situation
and printed out. Great for helping you achieve your college
funding goals.
Product: FPLAN-Income Protection Planner
Author: First Financial Software, 407-352-2529
Version: 3.0 (04-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
st
Registration benefits: Free 800 Phone Support, Free 1 Upgrade,
50% off other Upgrades, 20% off other FPLAN progs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 296k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A total income protection (disability) planner designed for
easy use. Included are automatic demonstrations for each of the
functions to familiarize you with the program. All of your
data, from a comprehensive questionnaire, can be entered into
the program to determine the status of your desired income
protection status, if disabled and printed out. Great for
helping you achieve the optimum financial situation for income
protection.
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Product: FPLAN-Personal Financial Plnr
Author: First Financial Software, 407-352-2529
Version: 3.0 (04-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
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Registration benefits: Free 800 Phone Support, Free 1 Upgrade,
50% off other upgrades, 20% off other FPLAN Progs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 660k (about 49 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A total financial analysis planner designed for easy use. All
of your data, from a comprehensive questionnaire, can be
entered into the program to determine the status of your
personal financial situationconcerning: Budgeting (Income &
Expenses), Balance Sheet (Assets & Liabilities), and Net Worth.
Economic Assumptions (Inv Rates, Inflation & Taxes). College
Funding Requirements, Retirement, Captial Needs & Income
Protection Analysis included. Great for helping achieve
financial planning goals.
Product: FPLAN-Retirement Planner
Author: First Financial Software, 407-352-2529
Version: 3.0 (04-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
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Registration benefits: Free 800 Phone Support, Free 1 Upgrade,
50% off other Upgrades, 20% off other FPLAN Progs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 335k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A total retirement planner designed for easy use. Included are
automatic demonstrations for each of the functions to
familiarize you with the program. All of your data, from a
comprehensive questionnaire, can be entered into the program to
determine the status of your desired retirement situation and
printed out. Great for helping you achieve your retirement
goals.
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Product: Loan Amortization
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 1.0 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Registration, newsletter.
Look for: LOAN.EXE on BBSs; LOAN.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates payment for any amortized loan, paid by week, month,
year or other periods. Calculates and prints a full
amortization table. Also produces a loan comparison table by
interest rate and payoff period.
Product: Money Smith
Author: Money Smith Systems
Home and Small Business Accounting System. See full
description on page 237.
Product: THE MORTGAGE MISER
Author: Practical Solutions, 206-868-3336
Version: 1.3 (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. IBM compatible printer. Hard
disk recommended.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: Latest version, 90 days free support,
notification of new upgrades and programs as released.
Look for: MISER.ZIP on BBSs (call 800-659-8750 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 92k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful planning tool designed to assist people in
developing their own loan strategies. You can quickly and
easily build, save and revise models to make your own
comparisons on new loans, refinance and acceleration options.
Solve for unknown interest rate, term, payment or principal
amount. Use the "What If" variables to discover the dynamic
effects of prepayments to principal in terms of interest
savings. Provides the answers homeowners really need.
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Product: My Little Realm
Author: My Little Realm
Version: 1.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk, CGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support;
newsletter.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 2000k (about 149 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This menu-driven system lets you balance your checkbook;
monitor charge card expenditures; query those files; track and
total savings accounts; create name/address/phone database to
print labels, address envelopes, look up phone numbers, find
services (like Yellow Pages); make personal library for books,
compact disks, video tapes, etc.; create "memory" records to
help locate important documents like wills, Savings Bonds,
passports, anything; backup and retrieve your files; and more!
Product: PC-GL General Ledger
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
General Ledger. See full description on page 240.
Product: PCBUDGET
Author: ProLogic Software, 513-677-1754
Version: 2.5 (03-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, next version free,
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PCBDGT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76340,2626 for
assistance).
Download size: 339k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple and organized budgeting tool which can be used as a
simple checkbook manager or as a detailed record keeping and
tracking home accounting system. You can keep track of your
checking accounts, bank accounts, assets, expenses, incomes,
credit cards, loans, and bills. Can estimate your income
taxes, remind you of upcoming payments, print your checks, and
display a variety of reports. Completely menu driven with
mouse support and on-line help.
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Product: Point & Shoot Home Manager
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology, 405-377-0444
Version: 2.0 (09-01-88)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PASH20.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71121,1404 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of dedicated databases for complete home budgeting
and accounting, tracking of home maintenance, home inventory
and important record tracking, name and address tracking, and
vehicle maintenance recordkeeping. A full-featured financial
calculation system is included. This is not simply a home
budgeting or checkbook program like so many others, this is a
comprehensive home management system.
Product: Savings Account Management Prg.
Author: M. P. Data, 615-349-7744
Version: 1.0 (06-22-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, current version, reduced
price on future upgrades, notification of upgrades and other
M.P.Data software.
Look for: SAVINGS*.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Maintains records for a savings account. Transactions include
deposits, withdrawals, auto-teller deposits and withdrawals,
interest, and service charges. Current balance is readily
displayed. Numerous reports, including several ways to list
transactions, expenditure summary in table form, and account
summary report.
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Product: WinCheck
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Version: 3.0A (03-15-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Mouse strongly
recommended.
Registration fee: $69.99
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, tech support, 90-day
money back gaurantee.
Look for: WCK30A.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WCK30A.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINAPA forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 73260,2535 for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A new generation checkbook management program for the home and
small business market. It has stunning visuals and 3-D
effects. Transactions such as check writing, saving account
transactions, deposits, interest accrued, cash machine advances
and much more are all included. Designed to manage any number
of accounts. Data can be exported to Excel, 123, or dBase. It
can print checks and reports. Former Quicken users can easily
update to WinCheck with our new conversion program.
9.2.2 Checkbook managers
Product: Checkbook Management Program
Author: M. P. Data, 615-349-7744
Version: 5.03 (05-07-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, current version, reduced
price on future upgrades, notification of upgrades and other
M.P.Data software.
Look for: CHECKS*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Eases checkbook maintenance. Transactions include checks,
deposits, auto-teller deposits and withdrawals, interest, and
bank and service charges. Current balance displayed often.
Prints checks on any printer and any check form. Numerous
reports, including several ways to list transactions,
expenditure and income summaries in a table form, and account
summary report.
Product: CheckBook Plus
Author: Beshears Software Associates, 205-442-6630
Full-featured check book based cash mgmt sys. See full
description on page 303.
Product: CheckMate Plus
Author: Custom Technologies, 904-871-5479
Checkbook-based Accounting. See full description on page 235.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 312
Product: DJ-CHECK
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Print checks on DeskJet printers. See full description on
page 66.
Product: EASY BANKING
Author: The Durol Company, 604-524-1765
Business or Personal Banking Information Mgr. See full
description on page 304.
Product: EliteCheck
Author: Taewoong Jeon
Version: 1.1a (10-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, a free upgrade, upgrade
notices, 90-day technical support, 30-day return policy no
questions asked.
Look for: ECS11A.EXE on BBSs; ECS11A.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73737,1576 for
assistance).
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A checkbook/budget manager for home/small business use.
Spreadsheet-style Register. Extremely easy to use, yet
powerful.
v/ edits directly in the check register
v/ add, delete, change, clear, void & unvoid transactions
v/ reconciliation
v/ print income/budget statement
v/ pull-down menu
v/ context-sensitive help
v/ up to 30 accounts, 32,767 transactions per account
v/ 4 separate category sets, up to 100 categories for each
v/ up to 100 recurrent payees
Product: EXPRESSCHECK
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 4.04 (03-31-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $34.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
phone/fax/mail support, product discounts.
Look for: CHECK4.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-788-4008 to download it at
no charge); CHECK4.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use checkbook manager from the creators of File
Express. Screens resemble actual Checks, Deposit slips and
Automated Teller Machine panels. Split transactions up to 5
ways with over 200 budget codes per account. Up to 90
accounts. Reports can be printed to show totals, monthly
Chapter 9, "Finances" 313
totals, average monthly budget code totals and more. Combined
accounts for more detailed reports. Print checks on any check
format. Bill Reminder System, Reconciliation, Activity Log.
Product: FASTFILE
Author: Interactive Mini Systems, Inc., 509-783-3829
Laptop database for business, school, home. See full
description on page 190.
Product: QPACS
Author: Richard A. Williams, 815-455-6333
Version: 3.2 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $22.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, plus one free upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QPAC32.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72317,2073 for
assistance); QPACS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID R.WILLIAMS5 for assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to provide financial management functions for
individuals and families. The following functions are
provided: checkbook entries for up to nine bank accounts;
check printing with a recurring check file; check registers;
budget entry and actual-to-budget reports; ability to record
and track assets, liabilities, and investments; net worth
calculation and printout; index card file and a household
inventory file.
Product: WinCheck
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Personal Finance Manager for WIndows 3.0. See full description
on page 310.
9.3 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File conversion (page 48).
Product: $tokTraX
Author: Stoktrax Systems
Stock portfolio and charting system. See full description on
page 314.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 314
9.4 Portfolio management
Product: Capital Gainz
Author: DBLinx, 919-469-5196
Version: 3.0 (02-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, free upgrade, phone/BBS
support, bonus utilities.
Look for: CPGNZ*.ZIP on BBSs (call 919-469-3972 to download it at
no charge); CPGNZ*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:INVFOR forum
LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID 70431,132 for
assistance).
Download size: 680k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A portfolio manager for both small investors and professional
investment managers. Ideal for a 'dollar-cost averaging'
strategy. Record purchases, sales, dividends, capital gains;
calculate gain/loss and total return; view or print information
for one or more securities and over a range of dates; reinvest
dividends; record splits; execute sales of multiple purchases
using FIFO, LIFO, max gain/loss, specific ID, avg cost; tax
forms; 300+ page manual. Graphics will be added in next update.
Product: Money Smith
Author: Money Smith Systems
Home and Small Business Accounting System. See full
description on page 237.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Art Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for all types of art. See full description
on page 436.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Wine (Cellar)
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Software for organizing wine. See full description on
page 442.
Product: QuickPlan [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Memory resident spreadsheet program. See full description on
page 180.
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Product: $tokTraX
Author: Stoktrax Systems
Version: 4.05 (02-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. Hard disk; CGA or AT&T
graphics.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Registration code, six months support,
guarantee.
Look for: STX405.ZIP on BBSs; STX405.ZIP on CompuServe in
INV:STOCKS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71465,1741 for
assistance); STX405.ZIP on GEnie in INVESTORS forum LIBrary 4
(or contact userID RAYMOND for assistance).
Download size: 596k (about 44 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete stock investment program that provides all the
features that most investors will ever need: manage up to 200
portfolios, with summary and detailed reports; excellent
graphics can chart over 8 years of daily data; database of
8000+ names & symbols; statistical data analysis; two broker
commission estimators; conversion utility translates data
captured from CompuServe, GEnie, Prodigy, and others; extensive
mouse support; much more! Users in over 40 U.S. and 6 foreign
states.
9.5 Finance utilities
Product: 2Convert [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Conversion Program for length, currency etc. See full
description on page 99.
Product: AFFORD IT???
Author: Garrett Krueger Software Development, 612-776-9942
Version: 3.02 (08-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $22.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support.
Look for: AFFORD.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 256k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A super calculation system which you MUST have if you SAVE
money. Determines future values on annuities and fixed
principles. It will track your loans and calculate loan
payment amounts using standard amortization and/or fixed
principle reductions. The Rule of 78's is used to find the
payoff amount on a loan. If you are living from your savings
account, it will tell how long money will last and how much can
be withdrawn. Includes on-screen "pocket" calculator usable
with DOS too.
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Product: FREE & EASY [***]
Author: Free and Easy Software, 613-834-1738
Calculations done in a user defined structure. See full
description on page 180.
Product: Hi, Finance!(tm) [***]
Author: Brightridge Solutions, Inc., 615-246-3337
Version: 2.0 (08-06-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Strongly
recommended: 80386 with 4MB RAM, Windows 3.1, mouse, VGA or
better.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
800 number/CompuServe/FAX support.
Look for: HIFI200*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); HIFI2*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 15 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 74676,235 for assistance); HIFI200*.ZIP on GEnie
in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (multiple files) (or contact userID
R.HOOVER5 for assistance).
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful financial calculation & planning tool. Easy-to-use,
customizable.
v/ Multifunction Financial Calculator
v/ Loan Calculation & Amortization
v/ Investment Analysis (IRR, NPV, charts)
v/ Random Number Generator
v/ Personal Financial Planner
v/ Business Utilities:
* Markup
* Gross Profit Margin
* Sales Tax
* Breakeven Analysis
* Economic Order Quantity
Automatic charting, context-sensitive help, file export
Product: QuickPlan [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Memory resident spreadsheet program. See full description on
page 180.
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Product: YieldBook
Author: Compound Solutions
Version: 1.2 (02-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Three months mail support; bonus
utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; YB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76636,2052 for
assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates prices and yields on corporate, muncipal and US
Government bonds to either the call date or maturity in
accordance with security industry standards.
9.6 Other
Product: AMORTIZATION TABLE
Author: H&P Software, 719-561-0810
Version: 3.52 (04-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Lates version with printed manual.
Look for: AMRTABLE on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 360 day year loan amortization program that calculates and
prints amortization schedules for loans up to $999,999,999.00.
Does schedules for 1, 2, 4, 12, 24, 26 or 52 payments per year.
Prints either full or end-year-total-only schedules. Creates
regular, interest-only, and discounted loan schedules with
simple APR (equal payment date interval) calculation.
Additional 'Principal-Only' payments may be added. Supports
dot matrix or laser printers.
Product: AS-EASY-AS
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Extraordinary Spreadsheet. See full description on page 179.
Chapter 9, "Finances" 318
Product: Charge Account Management Prog.
Author: M. P. Data, 615-349-7744
Version: 1.11 (11-08-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, current version, reduced
price on future upgrades, notification of upgrades and other
M.P.Data software.
Look for: CHARGE*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you keep a handle on your credit cards. Up to 50 charge
accounts may be managed by this program. Transactions include
charges, payments, interest, and credits.
Numerous reports can be limited to a single account or all
accounts and include several ways to list transactions, an
expenditure summary table (by month and budget category), and
an account summary listing giving the bottom line for each
account.
Product: PAYMENT BOOK WRITER
Author: H&P Software, 719-561-0810
Version: 2.0 (04-13-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Latest version with printed manual.
Look for: PMTBOOK on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 86k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints payment coupon books for either the loan company, or
personal lender. The books can be printed on either 8-1/2 x 11
inch paper then cut on a trimming board, or on 8-1/2 x 3-1/2
perfed paper. Prints your letterhead, increments date, and
prints final payment amount along with a small disclaimer/
disclosure statement on each page. When finished, simply tear
off the right tractor margins, leave the left margins on, then
staple the left margins along with a cover of your choice.
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Chapter 10
Engineering
See also: Graphics, CAD/CAM applications (page 421).
10.1 Civil engineering
Product: DICOGO
Author: DI Management Corporation, 513-831-4122
Version: 3.0 (09-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $199.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DICOG3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:AUTODESK forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71310,1040
for assistance).
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Coordinate geometry program for use with CAD systems or on a
stand-alone basis. Can be run from ACAD, and will create a DXF
file to import into a drawing. Features include batch command
input, command line editing, automatic recording of keyboard
commands into a command file, and cross-referenced help. Will
annotate lines arcs, and areas. A demonstration batch file is
included. Lisp utils included to create command or point files
from a drawing.
Product: PC-STRAN(tm)
Author: Joe Murphy, 608-274-1946
1-,2-,or 3-dimensional STRuctural ANalysis. See full
description on page 340.
Product: PCBRIDGE(tm)
Author: Joe Murphy, 608-274-1946
continuous beam structural analysis (bridges). See full
description on page 340.
10.2 Electrical engineering
Product: Easy Project
Author: Parcell Software, 708-232-6328
Project Management Software. See full description on page 264.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 320
Product: ELECTRON
Author: H&P Software, 719-561-0810
Version: 2.5 (04-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest program version. No documentation
provided due to the type of program.
Look for: ELECTRON on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 166k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
555 timer design / resistive attenuator design / ammeter &
voltmeter design / dB gain or loss / DC Ohms law / parallel
resistor calcs / resistor color coding / constant voltage loud
speaker design / characteristic impedance of coax / fractional
HP motor graphics / 3-phase transformer graphics / calculate
inductance or # of turns for coils / true power calculations /
find required pump HP / wire size tables / maximum wires in
conduit / motor current tables / RPM vs frequence / resonant
frequency.
Product: PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems, 609-875-5433
Version: 2.01 (02-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM. IBM, Epson, or HP
LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, mail/phone
support.
Look for: PC-ECAP2.ZIP on BBSs (call 609-582-4753 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 145k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This easy to use AC circuit analysis program will calculate
magnitude, phase, group delay, impedance, VSWR, and return loss
for your circuits. Completely menu driven. Can analyze
circuits with up to 40 nodes. Built in full screen editor with
"Help". Full screen file selector. Plots high res graphs on-
screen or on IBM/Epson 9 or 24 pin or HP LaserJet printers.
Supports all video adapters. Even makes bipolar transistor
models. Will utilize a math coprocessor if available.
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10.3 Industrial engineering
Product: ALPS
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the entry menu into the Industrial Engineers Tool Box.
It acts as program or process controller for the 20 programs
within the tool box & alerts the operator when a module called
for is not on the hard disk. This program is the only one in
the I E Tool Box that has a registration reminder screen. To
properly evaluate the I E Tool Box, all 20 programs are
required.
Product: ALPS(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support.
Look for: ALPPC1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the entry menu into the Personal Consultant. It acts
as program or process controller for the 18 programs within the
system & alerts the operator when a module called for is not on
the hard disk. This program is the only one in the Personal
Consultant that has a registration reminder screen. To
properly evaluate the Personal Consultant, all 18 programs are
required.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 322
Product: Architectural Engineering
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX, PC-KEY DRAW.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 34k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is an adjunct to the Facilities Management Section of the
Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It is the initializer for PC-
KEY DRAW, where an ALPS custom library of architectural symbols
can be used for facility drawings from layout planning to
repair & alteration development. Here also, work station unit
modules can be made & stored to simplify drawing detailed
layouts, or operation requirements. Proper evaluation of the I
E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: CNC-Transedit
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
A CNC Transfer/File manager/Editor/Math prog. See full
description on page 339.
Product: Complement & Schedules
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
Tool Box.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows development of a data base of complement information
most often needed by managers to manage the operation. This
data base can report on seniorities for bidding purposes. It
can also be used for developing weekly work schedules, showing
variations to the normal schedule for vacation, sickness, etc.,
plus other than fulltime regulars. Proper evaluation of the IE
Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 323
Product: Complement & Schedules(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, the
Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows development of a data base of complement information
most often needed by managers to manage the operation. This
data base can report on seniorities for bidding purposes. It
can also be used for developing weekly work schedules, showing
variations to the normal schedule for vacation, sickness, etc.,
plus other than full time regulars. Proper evaluation of the
Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Product: Custodial Requirements
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the Facilities Management section of
the Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It develops workhour
requirements by operation. It can be used to develop employee
work assignments when used with a detailed CAD layout drawing,
showing blocked out assignments coded with cleaning needs &
freqs.. Also builds fringe benefits into workhours to allow
development of overall staffing requirements. Proper
evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 324
Product: Custodial Requirements(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the Facilities Management Section of
the Personal Consultant. It develops workhour requirements by
operation. It can be used to develop employee work assignments
when used with a detailed CAD layout drawing, showing blocked
out assignments coded with cleaning needs & frequencies. Also
builds fringe benefits into workhours to allow development of
overall staffing requirements. Proper evaluation of the
Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Product: Decision Analysis
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows alternative analysis in all areas of the Industrial
Engineers Tool Box. It develops discounted differential cash
flows, showing benefit/cost ratios, & ROI or IRR can be
developed. Building salvage values (w/decay & obsolescence)
can be developed. Amortization tables (incl. accelerated pay-
off strategies), & straight line or sum of the years
depreciation tables can be developed. Proper evaluation of the
I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 325
Product: Decision Analysis(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, the
Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phon/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP] forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows alternative analysis in all areas of the Personal
Consultant. It develops discounted differential cash flows,
showing benefit/cost ratios, & ROI or IRR can be developed.
Building salvage values (w/decay & obsolescence) can be
developed. Amortization tables (incl. accelerated pay-off
strategies), & straight line or sum of the years depreciation
tables can be developed. Proper evaluation of the Personal
Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Product: Easy Project
Author: Parcell Software, 708-232-6328
Project Management Software. See full description on page 264.
Product: EE
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX, PC-KEY DRAW.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS3.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS3.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Included in the Industrial Engineers Tool Box as a library
initializer & instruction for a customized electronics library
of symbols created by ALPS Software in PC-KEY DRAW. Schematic
diagrams can be generated. Proper evaluation of the Industrial
Engineers Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 326
Product: Flow Process
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX, PC-KEY DRAW.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A module within the Work Measurement Section of the Industrial
Engineers Tool Box. It develops tables to track material
through operations used for one component, then initializes PC-
KEY DRAW to use an ALPS Software customized process chart
symbol library to draw a flow process chart. Proper evaluation
of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Flow Process(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A module within the Work Measurement Section of the Personal
Consultant. It develops tables to track material through
operations used for one component, then initializes Draft
Choice to use an ALPS Software customized process chart symbol
library to draw a flow process chart. Proper evaluation of the
Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 327
Product: Furniture & Equipment Survey
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 63k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the FMS section of the Industrial
Engineers Tool Box. It catalogs furniture & equipment by
operation, and allows assignment of work station units to each
operation. This data is useful also in developing operation
requirements, equipment needs and costs by operation &/ or
floor. The Work Station Unit by operation data is useful in
developing standardized detail drawings in a CAD system. Proper
evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Furniture, Equipment Survey(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 63k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the FMS section of the Personal
Consultant. It catalogs furniture & equipment by operation &
allows assignment of work station units to each operation. This
data is useful also in developing operation requirements,
equipment needs and costs by operation &/or floor. The Work
Station Unit by operation data is useful in developing
standardized detail drawings in a CAD system. Proper evaluation
of the Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 328
Product: Graphical Representation
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the Facilities Management Section of
the Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It allows visualization of
data developed in Layout Planning, Furniture & Equipment Survey
& Overhead Cost programs. Scaled output is in calibration
charts, space utilization, square foot cost/operation,
equipment cost/operation & more. Proper evaluation of the I E
Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Graphical Representation(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, the
Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the Facilities Management Section of
the Personal Consultant. It allows visualization of data
developed in Layout Planning, Furniture & Equipment Survey &
Overhead Cost programs. Scaled output is in calibration
charts, space utilization, square foot cost/opera- tion,
equipment cost/operation & more. Proper evaluation of the
Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 329
Product: Layout Planning
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module of the FMS of the Industrial Engineers Tool
Box. It aids in efficient & optimum use of space, reducing
operating costs through reduced walking time, improved ability
to supervise, improved communications between operations &
improved ability to share manpower & equipment. It can identify
needs for space &/or furniture & equipment, when used with
Furniture & Equipment Survey. Proper evaluation of the I E
Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Layout Planning(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module of the FMS of the Personal Consultant. It
aids in efficient & optimum use of space, reducing operating
costs through reduced walking time, improved ability to
supervise, improved communications between operations &
improved ability to share manpower & equipment. It can identify
needs for space &/or furniture & equipment, when used with
Furniture & Equipment Survey. Proper evaluation of the
Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 330
Product: Man/machine Process
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX, PC-KEY DRAW.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module in the Work Measurement Section of the
Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It develops tables to track man
& machine utilization & downtimes, then initializes PC-KEY DRAW
to use an ALPS Software custom process chart library to draw a
man/machine process chart. Proper evaluation of the I E Tool
Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Man/Machine Process(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module in the Work Measurement Section of the
Personal Consultant. It develops tables to track man & machine
utilization & down times, then initializes Draft Choice to use
an ALPS Software custom process chart library to draw a man/
machine process chart. Proper evaluation of the Personal
Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 331
Product: Methods Time Measurement
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A module in the Work Measurement Section of the Industrial
Engineers Tool Box. It should only be used by a certified
analyst, and as such, does not include the TMU chart supplied
by the MTM Association. It does all the grunt work after the
analyst fills in the frequencies, TMU's, & motion descriptions.
It takes the data developed in element or methods analysis into
summary form. Proper evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires
all 20 programs.
Product: Methods Time Merasurement(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module in the Work Measurement Section of the
Personal Consultant. It should only be used by a certified
analyst, and as such, does not include the TMU chart supplied
by the MTM Association. It does all the grunt work after the
analyst fills in the frequencies, TMU's & motion descriptions.
It takes the data developed in element or methods analysis into
summary form. Proper evaluation of the Personal Consultant
requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 332
Product: Operation Process
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX, PC-KEY DRAW.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module of the Work Measurement Section of the
Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It collects data for an
operation process chart, showing the overall actions of
producing a product through operations with materials used.
Then it initializes PC-KEY DRAW to use an ALPS Software custom
process chart library to draw an operation process chart.
Proper evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Operation Process(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module of the Work Measurement Section of the
Personal Consultant. It collects data for an operation process
chart, showing the overall actions of producing a product
through operations with materials used. Then it initializes
Draft Choice to use an ALPS Software custom process chart
symbols library to draw an operation process chart. Proper
evaluation of the Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 333
Product: Operator Process
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX, PC-KEY DRAW.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module in the Work Measurement Section of the
Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It collects data to show right
& left hand motions used in performing a task (does not use
Therbligs), then it initializes PC-KEY DRAW to use an ALPS
Software custom process symbol library to draw an operator
chart (which can also be used as task description on the job).
Proper evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Operator Process(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module in the Work Measurement Section of the
Personal Consultant. It collects data to show right & left
hand motions used in performing a task (does not use
Therbligs), then it initializes Draft Choice to use an ALPS
Software custom process symbol library to draw an operator
chart (which can also be used as a task description on the
job). Proper evaluation of the Personal Consultant requires
all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 334
Product: Overhead Cost
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 57k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the Facilities Management Section of
the Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It pulls data developed in
FES & CLN into overhead cost data by operation. It also allows
data for utilities, facility cost, taxes, insurance, etc. to be
prorated by operation. It doesn't attempt to develop data
accurate to the penny, but rather develops trends to point out
possible areas of concern in overhead cost management. Proper
of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Overhead Cost(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, the
Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 57k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a module within the Facilities Management Section of
the Personal Consultant. It pulls data developed in FES & CLN
into overhead cost data by operation. It also allows data for
utilities, facility cost, taxes, insurance, etc. to be prorated
by operation. It doesn't attempt to develop data accurate to
the penny, but rather develops trends to point out possible
areas of concern in overhead cost management. Proper
evaluation of the Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 335
Product: Space Relationship
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS3.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS3.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 43k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the final module in the Facilities Management Section
of the Industrial Engineers Tool Box. It puts combined flow &
sevice affinities from Layout Planning in rank order in a table
to be used for CAD drawings of block layouts. It also provides
the length of the side of a square of the operation square
footage, as a starting place for the analyst to run from a
square to shape of best fit. Proper evaluation of the I E Tool
Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Space Relationship(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC3.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC3.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 43k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the final module in the Facilities Management Section
of the Personal Consultant. It puts combined flow and service
affinities from Layout Planning in rank order in a table to be
used for CAD drawings of block layouts. It also provides the
length of the side of a square of the operation square footage,
as a starting place for the analyst to run from a square to
shape of best fit. Proper evaluation of the Personal
Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 336
Product: Statistical
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This rounds out the Industrial Engineers Tool Box, as each of
the study areas require statistical support. It sets up random
sampling schedules. Universal standard mean is used to avoid
bias. The program allows analysis of normal distribution, 't'
& chi square. For those who can't let go of tables, help
screens provide 's','t'& chi suare values. The program can
also perform regression & correlation analysis. Proper
evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Product: Statistical(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, the
Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC3.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC3.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This rounds out the Personal Consultant, as each of the study
areas require statistical support. It sets up random sampling
schedules. Universal standard mean is used to avoid bias. The
program allows analysis of normal distribution, `t' & chi
square. For those who can't let go of tables, help screens
provide `s', `t' & chi square values. The program can also
perform regression & correlation analysis. Proper evaluation
of the Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 337
Product: TRIG-IT & GEO-DIM
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Version: 1.01 (06-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Six months of support and latest version
on disk.
Look for: TI&GD1.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
TRIG-IT Give two known values of a right angle triangle
and Trig-it reports the remaining values.
Reports the angle in decmial and in degrees
minutes seconds and tenths of seconds. Displays
the triangle on screen so that you can see how
it looks.
GEO-DIM Give one known value of a geometric shape and
Geo-dim reports the remaining values. Displays
the geometric shape on screen also.
Product: Value Engineering
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
TOOL BOX.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This part of the Industrial Engineers Tool Box, while basically
here for the trained analyst, can be used by one who follows
the menus to select the VE team, develop functional activity
simplifications, & compare alternatives. The trained analyst
can use VE & OVAL (Organization Value Analysis Logic) to
analyze the office environment for possible down sizing. Proper
evaluation of the I E Tool Box requires all 20 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 338
Product: Value Engineering(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, Draft
Choice, the Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC2.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC2.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This part of the Personal Consultant, while basically here for
the trained analyst, can be used by one who follows the menu to
select the VE team, develop functional activity
simplifications, & compare alternatives. The trained analyst
can VE & OVAL (Organization Value Analysis Logic) to analyze
the office environment for possible down sizing. Proper
evaluation of the Personal Consultant requires all 18 programs.
Product: Volume,Hours & Productivity
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, IE
Tool Box.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPS1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 77k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Develops present & historical data for use in analyzing work
place performance by operation & tour. The program allows
inclusion of fringe hours for development of staffing needs
based on either a level daily average of year to date hours &
volume, or an adjusted daily average of ytd hours & volume. The
adjustment can be for either volume increase or desired % of
productivity increase. Proper evaluation of the IE Tool Box
requires all 20 programs.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 339
Product: Volume,Hours & Productivity(PC)
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 3.0 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk, the
Personal Consultant.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: ALPPC1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files); ALPPC1.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 77k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Develops present & historical data for use in analyzing work
place performance by operation & tour. The program allows
inclusion of fringe hours for development of staffing needs
based on either a level daily average of year to date hours &
volume, or an adjusted daily average of ytd hours & volume. The
adjustment can be for either volume increase or desired % of
productivity increase. Proper evaluation of the Personal
Consultant requires all 18 programs.
10.4 Numerical control
Product: CNC-Transedit
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Version: 1.1 (12-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk, CGA
monitor, RS-232 serial port. CNC machine or PTR machine able
to input/output ASCII or ISO code. Cable described in the
READ-CNC.DOC file.
Registration fee: $28.00
Registration benefits: Latest version on disk and six months of
support.
Look for: CNCTE1.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A CNC transfer program that stores and identifies up to 1000
program files. Edit program files with cut and paste and search
functions with mouse support. Send and receive program files
between computer and CNC machine or PTR machine. Print programs
and program list with identification. Copy file(s) for backup.
Plus TRIG-IT and GEO-DIM and more ...
Product: FREE & EASY [***]
Author: Free and Easy Software, 613-834-1738
Calculations done in a user defined structure. See full
description on page 180.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 340
10.5 Structural analysis
Product: PC-STRAN(tm)
Author: Joe Murphy, 608-274-1946
Version: 4.31 (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 448k RAM, CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, upgrade discounts.
Look for: STRAN431.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 369k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Performs a 1-,2-, or 3-dimensional structural analysis. Shows
graphically the structure mesh, deformed structure, load,
shear, moment, rotation and deflection member diagrams on
graphics monitors. Powerful features include the ability to
handle semi-rigid connections, zoom and rotate viewing angle,
calculate member self-weight, extraploation of trapezoid member
loads on member length or projected lengths (even on sloping
members). Uses an 80x87 if present. Example input files.
Product: PCBRIDGE(tm)
Author: Joe Murphy, 608-274-1946
Version: 2.60 (01-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM, CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, upgrade discounts.
Look for: BRDG260.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 88k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Analyses the forces on a continuous beam over simple supports.
Allows for differing stiffness and dead load between spans.
Gives maximum moment, shear and deflection diagrams (and
tabular output) using the 3-moment method. Also gives
ENVELOPES for moving loads. Uses a 80x87 if present. Option
for AASHTO or user-defined impact factor. Has 8 common vehicles
and 10 user-defined vehicles.
10.6 Engineering utilities
Product: 2Convert [***]
Author: Go Software, 44-0-61-437-4896
Conversion Program for length, currency etc. See full
description on page 99.
Product: DOS-CALC
Author: DOS-CALC
Much more than just another calculator! See full description
on page 100.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 341
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation, 800-992-8170
Metric-English-Metric Conversion Utility. See full description
on page 290.
10.7 Software tools
10.7.1 For other
Product: NPS - Nominal Pipe Size
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: e1.2 (02-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Technical support and updates for 60
days.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PIPE12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72060,1153
for assistance).
Download size: 97k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
NPS displays dimensional, weight and flow capacity data for a
wide range of piping materials and sizes. (over 2000 sizes of
standard and specialty pipes in over 25 different materials).
Easy to use menu driven format with user selectable dimensional
units (US, Imperial or metric) and display colors. A must for
all piping engineers and students.
10.8 Other
Product: NPS - Nominal Pipe Size
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Displays data for different sizes of pipe. See full
description on page 341.
Product: ORGANIZE! Professional Books
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for professional books. See full description
on page 276.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Office
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Offive inventoryn system. See full description on page 277.
Product: PENDULUM - computer experiments
Author: SCIENCE FUN
Interactive simulations. Problem generators. See full
description on page 405.
Chapter 10, "Engineering" 342
Product: Plot-Line
Author: PlotSoft Solutions, 519-925-5468
Version: 1.7 (01-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP compatible RS-232 digital
plotter.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited phone/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; P-LINE.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73767,1401 for
assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A command line TSR that can output Hewlett Packard (HP-GL) text
files created by other applications to HP or HP compatible
RS-232 plotters in the background. Can spool files matching a
common mask (ie *.plt) and plot them automatically in the
background while you continue to use your computer for other
work in the foreground. Works with all HP plotters. Uses the
TesSeRact Library for Ram Resident Programs and requires 36K to
go resident.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 343
Chapter 11
Mathematics
11.1 General math
Product: FREE & EASY [***]
Author: Free and Easy Software, 613-834-1738
Calculations done in a user defined structure. See full
description on page 180.
Product: HYPERGEO
Author: Stuart Esten
Version: 1.1 (05-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM, EGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, pair of plastic red/blue
"3-D" glasses for viewing program's stereoscopic display.
Look for: HYPGEO.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); HYPGEO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:COMART forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70521,1036 for assistance);
HYPGEO.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 135k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tool for investigating the geometrical properties of four-
dimensional objects. It displays three-dimensional images
created from a 4-D object either by projection onto, or
intersection with, a 3-D hyperplane. The user has full
interactive control of the orientation and position of the 4-D
object in 4-space. The calculated 3-D images can be presented
in a number of different display modes including stereoscopic
projection (for use with colored "3-D" glasses), hidden-line,
and solid.
Product: MathAttack
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Version: 1.0 (12-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $7.00
Registration benefits: Six months of support, a disk and a
manual.
Look for: MAAT1.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Practice your math skills and if you get the answer correct it
will play a little tune. Choice of single or double digit
numbers in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 344
Product: Mercury
Author: Real Software, 408-476-3550
Version: 2.06 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Latest disk, printed manual, support.
Look for: MERCURYZ.EXE on BBSs (call 408-476-1055 to download it
at no charge); MRCRY2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or contact userID 76646,323 for
assistance); MERCURY2.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID R.SCHLAFLY for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete program for equation solving and graphics on the PC.
Similar to Borland's Eureka, but with many improvements.
Product: Mom's Math
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Version: 4.0 (07-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Mail support. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MM40.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73757,1111 for
assistance).
Download size: 129k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This math program is for children of all ages. It contains
arcade style math games and other modules for addition,
subtraction, multiplication, division, and algebra. These
modules have multiple learning levels so your child will never
outgrow the program.
Product: TRIG-IT & GEO-DIM
Author: Northland Multisoft, 818-963-6355
Figures trigonometric & geometric dimentions. See full
description on page 336.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 345
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc., 212-262-4982
Version: 1.00 (04-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: WNGRPH1.ZIP on BBSs; WNGRPH.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76477,2113 for
assistance); WNGRPH1.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID XTY61333 for assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This equation graphing program for Windows 3.x includes:
cartesian coordinate graphs in 2D and 3D, polar coordinate
graphs, solutions to equations, simultaneous 2D graphs,
variable solution ranges, rotation and zoom of 3D graphs,
printing, and use of the Windows clipboard for transferring
graphs to other applications. A powerful tool for scientists
and mathmeticians, it's designed for ease of use and is
therefore highly suitable for students and teachers.
11.2 Mandelbrot
Product: Recursive Realm
Author: Austin Software Design, 303-242-7606
Version: 3.0 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. EGA monitor. Mouse
recommended.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, bonus pictures, bonus
utilities, upgrade discounts.
Look for: RR*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); RR*.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71241,1121 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This fractal exploration tool is designed with the user in
mind. A mathematical education is not needed to explore its
stunning fractal images. Explore 22 equations including the
Mandelbrot set, Julia sets, Newton's Method, or Models of
Magnetism. Features mouse support, PCX format, 3-D, spheres,
jigsaw puzzles, and an easy-to-use menu with help available
everywhere. Integer-emulation and Mariani's algorithm make One
of the fastest fractal explorers available.
11.3 Statistics
Product: FDplot
Author: Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
A quick scientific function/data & stat plot. See full
description on page 389.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 346
Product: KWIKSTAT
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 2.1 (05-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, discounts on new
versions, Kwikbits newsletter.
Look for: KS21-*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); KS21-*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70721,3145 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu driven statistical data analysis system designed by
professional statisticans. It reads and creates dBASE type
files and allows data entry from keyboard as ASCII files.
Features include simple descriptive statistics, graphs, t-
tests, analysis of variance, crosstabulations, survival
analysis and more. Supports missing values. PC Week called it
the "Numbers Game Winner." Thousands of users in the U.S. and
over 30 countries.
Product: Lotto Challenger [***]
Author: Data Solutions, 813-653-3093
Lotto analysis program with wheeling systems. See full
description on page 465.
Product: PathProj
Author: softRX shareware
Version: 9103 (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Newsletter; Answers to Mailed-In
Questions on Ridge Theory/Applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RXPATH.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72007,467 for
assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Interactive CGA graphical display of the projection of
generalized ridge regression "shrinkage path" statistics
(either regression coefficients and the inferior direction or
else regressor coordinates) onto any 2-dimensional linear
subspace. Select your subspace using any pair of orthogonal
direction cosine vectors, then literally watch the inferior
direction change as you step along the ridge shrinkage path. A
bounce-bar menu helps you select RXridge output files for
importing to PathProj.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 347
Product: PCStat
Author: PC Information Systems, 702-342-0376
Version: 2.3 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM. Hard disk or 720k
floppy drive.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support.
Look for: PCSTAT23.ZIP on BBSs (call 702-849-2207 to download it
at no charge); PCSTAT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71360,72 for assistance).
Download size: 305k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Superb new descriptive statistics report program for varible
data. Easy to use even for statistics or computer novices.
Lotus like user interface enhanced with pull-down menus. Sample
report. Context sensitive help. Accepts Lotus, ASCII, DIF and
prepared dBase data. Manual keying in of data also possible.
Professional reports are uncomplicated to comprehend and ideal
for many business and industry situations.
Product: RXridge
Author: softRX shareware
Version: 9104 (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Newsletter; Answers to Mailed-In
Questions on Ridge Theory/Applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RXRIDG.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72007,467 for
assistance).
Download size: 117k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Ridge Regression Computations/Graphics System: Performs all
calculations for classical, maximum likelihood methods of 2-
parameter generalized ridge regression. Handles exact
(numerical) singularities as well as statistically ill-
conditioned regression prolems. Pop-Up Window/Menus interface
with interactive, on-screen annotation of CGA graphics screens.
RXridge.EXE automatically writes detailed TRACE output to ASCII
files ready for import by RXtraces.EXE and PathProj.EXE.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 348
Product: RXtraces
Author: softRX shareware
Version: 9103 (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Newsletter; Answers to Mailed-In
Questions on Ridge Theory/Applications.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RXTRAC.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72007,467 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Interactive CGA graphical displays of all 5 types of
generalized ridge regression TRACES (i.e. of regression
coefficients, scaled mean squared errors, excess eigenvalues,
inferior direction cosines, or the shrinkage pattern.) Ideal
for ridge training and/or self-paced learning applications
where students review RXridge outputs across a wide spectrum of
previously-computed numerical examples. A bounce-bar menu
helps you select RXridge.EXE output files for importing to
RXtraces.EXE.
Product: SURVEY POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Version: 1.00 (01-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $31.95
Registration benefits: Latest version, telephone and BBS
support.
Look for: SURVEYPW.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-435-3855 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create, analyze, and print out complete demographic and
correlation results to your surveys, opinion polls and tests.
Accepts single choice, multiple choice, rank order, and
cummulative total type questions. Useful in both business and
school environments. Results can be modified before printing.
Product: Windows Lotto [***]
Author: Data Solutions, 813-653-3093
Lotto analysis program for Microsoft Windows. See full
description on page 466.
11.4 Mathematical utilities
Product: DOS-CALC
Author: DOS-CALC
Much more than just another calculator! See full description
on page 100.
Chapter 11, "Mathematics" 349
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation, 800-992-8170
Metric-English-Metric Conversion Utility. See full description
on page 290.
11.5 Other
Product: FDplot
Author: Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
A quick scientific function/data & stat plot. See full
description on page 389.
Product: PENDULUM - computer experiments
Author: SCIENCE FUN
Interactive simulations. Problem generators. See full
description on page 405.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 350
Chapter 12
Programming
12.1 CASE tools
Product: Chartist
Author: Novagraph, 214-231-2169
Flowcharting and org charting for Windows. See full
description on page 415.
Product: The Laughing Dog Screen Maker
Author: Yardbird Software, 818-704-6402
Version: 1.00 (04-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
screens.
Look for: LDOG100.ZIP on BBSs (call 818-701-7465 to download it
at no charge); LDOG10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73650,104 for assistance);
LDOG100.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID J.SLOAN7 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Standard mouse/kbd interface makes designing screens as easy as
using a Windows paint program. Features pop-up menus, hotkeys,
and on-screen toolbar. Save screens in compressed .DOG format
or export as binary, ANSI, BSAVE, EPS, WildCat!, PCBoard, or as
batch-enhansing .COM files. Source code generated in BASIC,
Pascal, C, and assembly language. Print screens on most dot-
matrix and laser printers including PostScript. Screen capture
and slide-show presentation utilities included. EASY to learn &
use!
Product: TesSeRact Screen Designer
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Code-Generator for TCXL. See full description on page 361.
12.2 Desktop tools for programmers
Product: ALLY
Author: Wasco Technical Software, 713-392-1359
AutoLISP analyzer/Programer's workbench. See full description
on page 427.
Product: Browse/2
Author: Wolf Software Design, 619-292-7706
OS/2 file viewer for ASCII and hex data. See full description
on page 49.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 351
Product: EVAL
Author: McAdams Associates
A pop-up calculator/expression evaluator. See full description
on page 100.
Product: FILE PATCH
Author: MORSOFT, 512-561-0731
File manipulation utility. See full description on page 41.
Product: pEDIT PLUS
Author: T. G. Muench, 602-445-2479
The personal EDITor PLUS. See full description on page 155.
Product: Prgmr's Productivity Pack Lite
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Version: 1.01 (03-25-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Current version on disk, Bonus Disk, free
technical support, 60 day money back guarantee, Free CompuServe
Introductory Membership, Discounts on other products and
publications.
Look for: PPLITE.ZIP on BBSs; PPLITE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71420,2431 for
assistance).
Download size: 256k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Programmer's Calculator providing full shift, rotate, logical,
and mathematical operations on full 32-bit values, in decimal,
hexadecimal, octal and binary simultaneously. Pop-Up ASCII and
Color Attribute Chart. Keystroke Reference Center. Pop-Up DOS
Shell and more. Swapping memory-resident version keeps only 7K
bytes of normal DOS memory while resident. May also run in
stand-alone mode (not memory-resident). Fully customizable.
DESQview-aware. Received excellent magazine reviews!
Product: Programmer's Productivity Pack
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Version: 2.61 (05-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Bound printed manual, ASCII Poster Set,
Bonus Disk Set, 60 day money back guarantee, free technical
support, Free CompuServe Introductory Membership, Discounts on
other products and publications.
Look for: PPP26*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); PPP26*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71420,2431 for assistance).
Download size: 404k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated collection of tools for programmers. Programmer's
Calculator which works in decimal, hexadecimal, binary and
octal simultaneously. Operations include bit shifts and
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rotates, AND, NOT, OR, XOR, and more. Full 32-bit values. Pop-
Up ASCII and Color Attribute Chart. Keystroke Reference Center.
Keystroke Recording and Playback. Lots more. Swapping version
keeps only 7K of DOS memory while resident.
"Outstanding" "Highly recommended"
-- PC World -- Dr. Dobb's Journal
Product: WinBatch
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Windows Batch Language. See full description on page 90.
Product: WinEdit
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Perfect ASCII editor for Windows 3.0. See full description on
page 157.
12.3 Language translators
Product: MSGCOMP - The message compiler.
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
C Pgmrs Message & Text compiler w/encryption. See full
description on page 371.
12.4 Languages
See also: Database applications, Software tools (page 203).
12.4.1 Assembler
Product: DISASTER
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: DISASTER.* on BBSs; DISAST.* on CompuServe in CIS:.
forum LIBrary 0; DISASTER.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 71k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Interactive Disassembler for COM, EXE or SYS files.
Automatically tries to find out what is data or code. If this
is wrong, you can interactively correct it. Comments may be
added to the output. Disassembling may be interrupted at any
time and continued the next day. Recognizes all 8086 80286
80386 opcodes, in real mode or protected mode, and also V20 and
V30 opcodes.
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Product: Programmer's SUPER-MAINT [***]
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Professional Make Utility. See full description on page 368.
12.4.2 BASIC
Product: BASASM.LIB
Author: Annette Cuomo, 714-597-7295
Version: 1.0 (06-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Support, bonus subprogram library, bonus
assembler routines.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BASASM.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:UTILFORUM forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 73747,3537
for assistance).
Download size: 290k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Contains numerous low-level assembler language routines that
can be linked in with your BASIC programs. Provides file
handling, screen handling (including scrolling), DOS functions,
etc.
Product: Basic Program Cross Reference
Author: JNGoodale, 404-392-0781
Version: 1.2 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Support, upgrade discounts, slightly
smaller program.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BASXRF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71116,302 for
assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides:
1. Formatted program listing
2. User label/line number and variable cross-reference
3. Reserved word cross-reference.
Any of the three options may be turned on/off in any
combination. Output can be to a printer or file ready to
print. Works for programs written in GWBasic and QuickBasic.
It may work for other dialects as well. Reserved word list can
be user defined. Very easy to use.
Product: Convert To Structured BASIC
Author: Unique Software
Convert GW to Structured Basic for compiling. See full
description on page 375.
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Product: PBfmt
Author: Unique Software
Version: 1.99 (07-21-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Reduced rate upgrades; notification of
major upgrades; tech support by Fax and/or CompuServe Mail.
Look for: PB-FMT on BBSs; PB-FMT.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB
forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 70130,330 for assistance).
Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Formats Power Basic Source code the way you want it.
* works with or without line #'d source
* all structures handled and indented properly
* case choices of UPPER, lower, Capital, no change
* select case for labels, keywords, variables, sub/fn names
* fast formatting option
* makes mis-matched IF / END IF's easy to find
Product: PBMouse
Author: Barry Erick, 717-675-3432
Version: 1.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. PowerBASIC v2.10.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Source to the PBU file.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PBMICE.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 75300,214 for
assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
More than just another Mouse Interface for PowerBASIC. This
utility includes:
* More than 12 text mouse cursors
* More than 25 graphics mice cursors
* Add your own mouse cursors!
* Tie the mouse to the system clock
* A tsr routine.
* 5 demos show off these features.
Full DOC file along with the Include and OBJ code file make up
this utility.
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Product: PBWindows
Author: Barry Erick, 717-675-3432
Version: 2.5 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. PowerBASIC v2.10 (any sub
version).
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Source code and printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PBWNDO.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 75300,214 for
assistance); PBWINDOW.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 8 (or
contact userID B.ERICK for assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A wonderful windowing utility. Just include PBWINDOWS.INC in
your program and start creating all types of windows and menus.
Now supports MOUSE and EGA/VGA 43/50 line modes.
* Any size window
* Shadows, Transparent and solid
* Scrolling
* Moving
* 12 Title Zones
* Recoloring
* PopUp
* Restore original window
* Works with Mono systems
* Mouse Support
* EGA/VGA 43/50 line
* PBWTools Included for system information
Product: Q4Tool
Author: CareWare, 916-477-6024
Version: 1.5 (02-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. QuickBASIC 4.x.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; Q4T15.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance); Q4T15.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 8 (or
contact userID R.CROUCH1 for assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An innovative collection of programming tools for QuickBASIC
4.x. Features a comprehensive selection of mouse functions, a
unique windowing routine, fast screen save/restore routines,
fast single routine string writes, new pull down bar menu
routine, get/set equipment status routines, access to DOS
services and more. Contains nearly everything needed to create
fast, attractive, mouse driven applications. Demo with source
included.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 356
Product: Simply Help!
Author: SimpleWare, 709-489-3757
EXE/TSR/QuickBASIC Hypertext Help systems. See full
description on page 377.
Product: STARTREK the Computer Program
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Teaches programming using the Star Trek game. See full
description on page 508.
12.4.3 C
Product: AutoLibrary Program-Playback
Author: Avid Software, 503-626-6652
Version: 1.2 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo C v2.0.
Registration fee: $58.00
Registration benefits: Source code, 3 months of support.
Look for: ALIB12.ZIP on BBSs; ALIB12.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70372,2513 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This tool gives C programs an easy way to automate
communications. This tool is an automation layer that can
interface to virtually any type of serial communications
protocol. (A basic RS-232 asynchronous interface library is
provided.) Program-Playback automation is similar to Capture-
Playback automation. However, with Program-Playback automation
the keystrokes are manually coded into C programs then played
back later. Use this tool to automate remote services and to
create automated test suites.
Product: CtrlcLib
Author: Trendtech Corporation, 201-694-8622
Version: 1.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Microsoft C, Turbo-C, or
Turbo-C++ compiler.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Full C Source Code, NO assembler; Use in
your products royalty-free; s,m,c,l model libraries.
Look for: CTRLC1.ZIP on BBSs; CTRLC1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76210,771 for
assistance).
Download size: 167k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A unique library of user-initiated interrupt management
functions for C programmers. Your software products can control
all types of user-initiated interrupts and program "breaks":
you can trap CTRL-C, CTRL-BREAK, CTRL-2, and ALT-3, eliminate
the insidious "^C" displayed on the screen; block the "pause"
keys, the prt-screen keys and others. Functions to trap system
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reset; force a warm/cold reboot. More functions control
settings of all 'lock' keys: capslock, numlock, etc.
Product: KEYTREE UTILITIES
Author: REWSE CONSULTANTS LIMITED
Version: 3.10 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. C compiler.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Technical support by mail.
Look for: KEYTREE.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This set of library routines for C programmers create and
maintain randomly accessed files of variable length records.
The indexing algorithm requires only sufficient of the record
key to ensure uniqueness before reading a record (if you have
only one customer whose name starts with Z, you get the record
as soon as you type Z). Any number of files may be opened, and
each may have up to 10 multi-field keys. Many other features.
Product: LiteComm [***]
Author: Information Technology, Ltd., 401-724-2730
Version: 7.00 (08-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Borland/Turbo/MS C.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, full source code, all
model libraries, unlimited phone support.
Look for: LCOMM7.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-273-2950 to download it at
no charge); LCOMM7.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGB forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70166,1152 for assistance);
LCOMM7.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID I.TECH for assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A sophisticated toolkit that makes adding communications
capability a snap. Now includes full support for the 16550
UART; 4 ports open simultaneously, ZModem, and much more. Let
LiteComm take care of the gory details, and concentrate on the
meat of your application.
Join corporations and major colleges, like IBM, ATT and the
Associated Press who have recognized the value of this
pproduct.
Product: MSGCOMP - The message compiler.
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
C Pgmrs Message & Text compiler w/encryption. See full
description on page 371.
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Product: Multi-level Pull-down Menus
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 2.1 (08-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo C 2.0, Turbo C++,
Borland C++, Microsoft C or QuickC. Works with all standard
adapters.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Complete source code, which can recompile
under any memory model; Voice, BBS and FAX technical support;
$9 upgrade policy for new versions.
Look for: PULLC21.ARC on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it
at no charge); PULC21.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGB forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
PULLC21.ARC on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 2 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 272k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Super multi-level pull-down menu environment. "Look and feel"
is similar to the TC++ environment. Fully featured and
configurable. Easy fill-in-the-blank concept for development.
Has execute, single, and multiple choice menus styles,
unlimited slide-up submenus, slide-under data entry windows,
help windows, message lines. Complete free-field sequential
data entry; pull-down file selection list. Uses QWIKC21 and
WNDWC21 (those products' libraries included). Excellent
tutorial/docs.
Product: Multi-level virtual windows
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 2.1 (08-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo C 2.0, Turbo C++,
Borland C++, Microsoft C or QuickC. Works with all standard
adapters.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Complete source code, which can recompile
under any TP version from 4.0 to 6.0; Voice, BBS and FAX
technical support; $9 upgrade policy for new versions.
Look for: WNDWC21.ARC on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it
at no charge); WNDC21.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGB forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
WNDWC21.ARC on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 2 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 176k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
C library for multi-level virtual windows. Create, hide, move,
resize, rearrange, zoom and access smoothly. Optional true
virtual windows in RAM have phenomonal speeds - even updates
overlapped windows on screen without flicker! Self-centering
windows work in any row/column configuration. For all IBMs,
all text modes, all video pages. Uses the QWIK Screen
Utilities (QWIK55.TPU included). Only 13k of code if all 69
routines used! Excellent documentation.
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Product: Power C Shell [***]
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-464-5290
Version: 2.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. Power C compiler from MIX
Software.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
one free upgrade.
Look for: PCS*.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-7001 to download it at
no charge); PCS*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a programming environment shell for Power C from MIX
Software. Customizable with your own editor and viewer, it
makes the editing/compiling/debugging/ testing process a snap.
Customizable colors and compile/link options. Features pull-
down menus, environment variables, library management, and
project support. Context-sensitive help, shell-to-DOS option.
Product: Programmer's SUPER-MAINT [***]
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Professional Make Utility. See full description on page 368.
Product: QWIK Screen Utilities for C
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 2.1 (06-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo C 2.0, Turbo C++,
Borland C++, Microsoft C or QuickC. Works with all standard
adapters.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Complete source code, which can recompile
under any memory model; Voice, BBS, and FAX technical support;
$9 upgrade policy for new versions.
Look for: QWIKC21.ARC on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it
at no charge); QWKC21.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGB forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
QWIKC21.ARC on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 2 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 108k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
C library for direct screen writing on ALL IBMs in ANY text or
column mode. Virtual screen capability gives you phenomenal
writing speed and power! Includes self-centering, block
filling routines - all with or without attributes, view/write
all video pages, cursor control, save/restore screen blocks,
scroll up/down. This unit contains a PS/2 detection scheme,
and supports dual monitors and Hercules. All 43 optimized
routines were coded in assembler, and fit in <2.7kb! Excellent
documentation.
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Product: TCXL User Interface Development
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 5.52 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. .
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskettes.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCXL-?.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This development system supplements your compiler's
capabilities by providing more than 400 functions which make
complex user interfaces simple to program. Also includes data-
entry forms, context sensitive help, automatic mouse support,
and more.
Product: TesSeRact Compression System
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.00 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. .
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskettes.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCOMP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76702,1361 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives you high-speed access to four of the most popular
compression algorythms available. In addition to traditional
file-to-file compression methods, it allows compressing from
file-to-buffer, from buffer-to-file, and from one memory buffer
to another.
Product: TesSeRact File Management
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.00 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. .
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskettes.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TFILE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76702,1361 for
assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This indexed file-access system reads/writes dBase-compatible
files, and is integrated with TCXL to provide high-level
control over data entry/editing.
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Product: TesSeRact Printer Control
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.00 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. .
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskettes.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TPRINT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76702,1361 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a hardware-independent method for specifying the
appearance of reports and other printed output by arranging
each page of output in a buffer and sending it all to the
printer.
Product: TesSeRact Screen Designer
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.00 (09-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. .
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskettes.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TSD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An interactive user-interface design tool capable of creating
clean, commented TCXL code. Combines windows, forms and menus
to allow full-featured program prototyping.
Product: TesSeRact TSR Devel. System
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Version: 1.10 (09-01-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Diskette.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TESS-?.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76702,1361 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the standard toolkit for TSR development. This product
provides developers with everything needed to create compatible
TSRs that are well-behaved in today's complex environment.
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Product: The Window BOSS & Data Clerk
Author: Star Guidance Consulting, Inc., 203-574-2449
Version: 7.01 (03-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. "C" Compiler (Microsoft,
Borland, Watcom, Zortech, MIX, Top Speed).
Registration fee: $55.00
Registration benefits: Source code, phone/CompuServe/GEnie/BIX/
mail support.
Look for: BOSS*.* on BBSs (multiple files); BOSS*.* on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPROG forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71565,1001 for assistance); BOSS*.* on GEnie in IBM
forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID MONGELLUZZO
for assistance).
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Comprehensive set of windowing, data entry, and mouse
manipulation functions for the "C" language. Pop-up windows,
pull down menus, CUA(s), status lines, and the like can be
easily implemented. The Data Clerk makes it a snap to enter
text, integers, floats, longs, dates, phone numbers, and times.
Complex forms with individual field validation checks, help and
error messages are a snap. The programmer interface is clean,
uncluttered, and easy to remember. Generated code is fast and
small!
12.4.3.1 C++
Product: Serial++ Asynch Comm Library
Author: Cortlandt Technologies, 914-737-8649
Version: 1.10 (05-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. Borland C++ v2 or v3. At
least one serial port using 8250 UART (or clone).
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, complete C++ source, one
year of CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SPPBC?.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:BCPPDOS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71066,155 for
assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This safe & efficient class library provides interrupt-driven
serial port support to Borland C++ programs. It comes ready to
link... no TSRs or assembly coding required. Classes are as
easy to use as console i/o in C, yet give complete access to
the 8250 UART, if needed. Handles multiple ports/instances, and
is protected against keyboard interruptions.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 363
12.4.4 Pascal
Product: The Evergreen Tools
Author: Mark Tigges, 604-926-0366
Version: 1.1 (10-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Turbo Pascal v4.0 or better.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support.
Look for: EG_TOOLS.EXE on BBSs (call 604-277-9970 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This comprehensive set of utility routines is for programmers
wishing to add a little flair to their programs. Offering
routines to create pull-down, box type and scrolling menues.
Also text display that is incomparably faster to standard
routines. Routines for prompting formatted information and
single line text editing are also there.
Product: KEYTREE TOOLBOX
Author: REWSE CONSULTANTS LIMITED
Version: 3.10 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Turbo Pascal v4.0 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Technical support by mail.
Look for: KEYTRBOX.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of library routines for Turbo Pascal programmers which
create and maintain randomly accessed files of variable length
records. The indexing algorithm needs only sufficient of the
record key to ensure uniqueness before reading a record (if you
only have one customer whose name starts with Z, you get the
record as soon as you type Z). Any number of files may be
opened and each may have up to 10 multi-field keys. Many other
features.
Product: Multi-level Pull-down Menus
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 5.5 (08-24-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo Pascal 5.5. Works with
all standard adapters.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Complete source code, which can recompile
under any TP version from 4.0 to 6.0; Voice, BBS and FAX
technical support; $9 upgrade policy for new versions.
Look for: PULL55.ARC on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it at
no charge); PULL55.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGA forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
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PULL55.ARC on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 186k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Super multi-level pull-down menu environment. Has a "look and
feel" which is similar to TP 5.5's environment. Fully featured
and configurable. Easy fill-in-the-blank concept for
development. Has execute, single, and multiple choice menus
styles, unlimited slide-up submenus, slide-under data entry
windows, help windows, message lines. Complete free-field
sequential data entry; pull-down file selection list. Uses
QWIK 5.5 and WNDW 5.5 (those products' units included).
Excellent tutorial/docs.
Product: Multi-level Virtual Windows
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 5.5 (08-24-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo Pascal 5.5. Works with
all standard adapters.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Unknown.
Look for: WNDW55.ARC on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it at
no charge); WNDW55.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGA forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
WNDW55.ARC on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 123k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Turbo Pascal 5.5 unit for multi-level virtual windows. Create,
hide, move, resize, rearrange, zoom and access smoothly.
Optional true virtual windows in RAM have phenomonal speeds -
even updates overlapped windows on screen without flicker! For
all IBMs, all text modes, all video pages. Uses the QWIK
Screen Utilities (QWIK55.TPU included). Only 13k of code if
all 69 routines used! Excellent documentation.
Product: Pascal Robots (P-ROBOTS)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Program a robot in Pascal and battle others. See full
description on page 495.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 365
Product: QWIK Screen Utilities
Author: Eagle Performance Software, 214-539-7855
Version: 5.5 (03-04-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Turbo Pascal 5.5. Works with
all standard adapters.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Complete source code, which can recompile
under any TP version from 4.0 to 6.0; Voice, BBS and FAX
technical support; $9 upgrade policy for new versions.
Look for: QWIK55.ARC on BBSs (call 214-539-9878 to download it at
no charge); QWIK55.ARC on CompuServe in CIS:BPROGA forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73557,2342 for assistance);
QWIK55.ARC on GEnie in BORLAND forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID JIM.LINK for assistance).
Download size: 99k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Turbo Pascal 5.5 unit for direct screen writing on ALL IBMs in
ANY text or column mode. Virtual screen power! Includes self-
centering, block filling routines - all with or without
attributes, view/write all video pages, cursor control, save/
restore screen blocks, scroll up/down. This unit contains a
PS/2 detection scheme, and supports dual monitors and Hercules.
All 43 optimized routines were coded in assembler, and fit in
<2.7kb! Excellent documentation.
Product: TechnoJock's Turbo Toolkit
Author: TechnoJock Software, Inc., 713-493 6354
Version: 5.02 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Borland's Turbo Pascal v4.0 or
later compiler.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, quick
reference card, newsletter/phone support.
Look for: BUFFER BOARD on BBSs (multiple files) (call 503-747
7636 to download it at no charge); TTT*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:BPROGA forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
74017,227 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The main focus of the Toolkit is to give programs a polished
and professional appearance. It includes a host of menu
building tools (pop-up and pull-down), sorted directory
listings, full screen data entry, window support, mouse support
and much more.
"If you are programming in Turbo Pascal, you absolutely must
have TTT!" - Public-Domain Software & Shareware
"Looks great! We have decided to implement your Toolkit in in-
house programs for Tech Support" Rich Kabota, Borland Int.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 366
Product: TesSeRact TSR Devel. System
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Makes writing TSRs simple! See full description on page 361.
12.4.4.1 OOP Pascal for DOS (Borland)
Product: TechnoJock's Object Toolkit
Author: TechnoJock Software, Inc., 713-493 6354
Version: 1.00 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Borland's Turbo Pascal v5.5 or
later compiler.
Registration fee: $89.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, quick
reference card, newsletter/phone support.
Look for: BUFFER BOARD on BBSs (multiple files) (call 503-747
7636 to download it at no charge); TOT*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:BPROGA forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
74017,227 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An object-oriented library for building professional user
interfaces, including: windows, menus, full screen input with
Radio buttons, check boxes etc, linked list manager, directory
displays, date management, string manipulation and much more.
"How can you resist?" PC Magazine
"I recommend this Toolkit to anyone who needs to write serious
applications in Turbo Pascal, or who just wants to learn about
object oriented programming in general" Turbo User Group
12.4.5 Other
Product: dBkit [***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 2 (06-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A family or toolkit of Xbase oriented tools that let you
accomplish a wide range of maintenance, development,
monitoring, and management tasks without dbase, a clone, or an
Xbase compiler. Most of the tools have their own manuals on
disk to allow faster access when you need help with the
particular tool.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 367
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp., 407-738-1712
The real Batch Language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 85.
Product: HyperPAD
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
The HyperMedia Platform for MS-DOS. See full description on
page 368.
Product: JORF Interpreter and Tutorial
Author: The JORF Company, 503-824-5673
Version: 2.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Hard disk, 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $85.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/mail
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; JORF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 73607,3026 for
assistance).
Download size: 660k (about 49 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: The author provides both the DOS and Windows
version of this software upon registration.
Description:
An easy object oriented language for DOS and Windows
programming. Includes interpreter for DOS and MS-Windows,
editor, source level debugger, tutorial, help, full manual and
sample programs. Supports arrays, pointers, variable length
records, text elements in records, multiple indexes, and
network access. A pure OOP featuring one data type, multiple
inheritance, polymorphism. Windows programming without a
WinProc, without layered screen libraries. Mostly procedural.
Compiling system available.
Product: WinBatch
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Windows Batch Language. See full description on page 90.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 368
12.5 `Make' utilities
Product: Maker
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.02 (06-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: MAKED102.ZIP on BBSs; MAKED1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 23k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates program MAKE & LINK files. Eliminates the drudgery (&
errors) of building these files manually. Designed for C
programmers, but has enough generality that it works with many
other languages, as well.
Product: Programmer's SUPER-MAINT [***]
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Version: 3.00 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM. Language compilers,
assemblers.
Registration fee: $55.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: SUPER30*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
607-533-7072 to download it at no charge); SUPER*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71460,2644 for assistance).
Download size: 395k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Professional Make Utility, builds your make files, finds
dependencies. Remembers your command flags, and even the name
of the current make file! "Multiple Setups" lets you work on
several different projects at once. Leaves all but 2K for your
compiler. Smart library maintainence. Very fast. Builds
response files on-the-fly. Supports most popular compilers.
Automatic setup, sample configurations.
Product: Stamper
Author: Richard W. Adams
Changes file/date time stamps. See full description on
page 40.
12.6 Hypertext/hypermedia
See also: Business, Training aids (page 287).
Chapter 12, "Programming" 369
Product: HyperPAD
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
Version: 2.2 (05-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and diskettes; free
technical support; preferred upgrade pricing; special offers
and updates.
Look for: HP22D*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 315-472-1058
to download it at no charge); HP22D*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75300,363 for assistance); HP22D*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID R.ROBERTS27 for
assistance).
Download size: 1500k (about 112 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The hypermedia platform for character mode MSDOS based
computers, HyperPAD is a fast and flexible object-oriented
environment and development tool featuring visual programming,
a fast and English-like object script langauge with incremental
compiler, and a full set of screen design/drawing tools for
character mode application development. HyperPAD and its
langauge can be easily extended using modules written in C or
Assembler. Comes with an interactive tutorial and dozens of
example pads.
Product: Popup Help & Data (Ph.D.)
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology, 405-377-0444
Version: 1.0 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PHD10.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71121,1404 for
assistance).
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This unique new program allows you to create cross-referenced
help files that are available at the touch of a key. Add help
to programs with inadequate or non-existent built-in help,
create customized help systems for office environments,
document macros written for other software, create cross-
referenced data lists and more! Uses advanced memory swapping
to require only 8K of memory. Pull-down menus, custom colors,
mouse support and on-line help for included.
Product: Surefire - Smart Document Proc
Author: Piaf, Inc., 303-786-8222
Smart Document Processor - Word Proc/Database. See full
description on page 171.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 370
12.7 Software testing aids
Product: AutoLibrary Program-Playback
Author: Avid Software, 503-626-6652
A C library for automation. See full description on page 356.
12.8 Programming utilities
Product: BASASM.LIB
Author: Annette Cuomo, 714-597-7295
Assembler routine library for BASIC Programs. See full
description on page 353.
Product: Basic Program Cross Reference
Author: JNGoodale, 404-392-0781
Basic program Cross Reference utility. See full description on
page 353.
Product: FileXref
Author: ConVal Software, Inc., 805-529-6847
Version: 1.3 (10-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk; printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: FILXRF.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); FILXRF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72330,1621 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A new type of cross reference tool for programmers and
consultants. It scans ALL application source and ASCII
documentation files, producing cross reference information.
If you change a single file or symbol, FileXref reports show
the other files which may be impacted - other routines, batch
files and documentation! It also lists your unreferenced
obsolete files for you! Supports BASIC, BAT, C, C++, COBOL,
FORTRAN, MASM, Oracle, Pascal, PL/I, REXX, SQL, xBASE and ASCII
text files.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 371
Product: The INTL Package
Author: Bjo"rn Fahller, +46-920 226870
Version: 1.0 (04-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Appropriate tools for
developing applications for MS-Windows.
Registration fee: $55.00
Registration benefits: One year of phone/CompuServe/newsletter/
mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; INTL.LZH on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 108k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This dynamic link library severly simplifies the process of
writing applications fit for the international market. Except
for the support of multilingualism, there are functions for
converting date, time, floating point numbers and currency to
strings and functions to convert strings to the above. All
conversions follows the international settings in WIN.INI.
Included is a demonstration program with sources.
Product: The Laughing Dog Screen Maker
Author: Yardbird Software, 818-704-6402
Text-mode Screen Designer w/Code Generation. See full
description on page 350.
Product: MATCH
Author: SOFTWEST, 408-370-7095
Version: 2.01 (11-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Source code (both MSC/Turbo C). Phone/
FAX/CompuServe support.
Look for: MATCH201.ZIP on BBSs (call 408-266-3818 to download it
at no charge); MATCH2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70205,533 for assistance);
MATCH201.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact
userID T.CROSLEY for assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Source file comparison utility. Features include wildcards,
automatic synchronization, pagination, printer control,
scrolling, ignore case, ignore whitespace. Handles very large
files (up to 65535 LINES, not bytes).
Chapter 12, "Programming" 372
Product: MSGCOMP - The message compiler.
Author: Y.C.C., 817-540-0269
Version: 2.1 (07-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Microsoft C v6.0 or v7.0, or
any compiler able to link OBJ modules produced by Microsoft C.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/fax/
mail support, royalty-free runtime license, bonus utilities.
Access to foreigh language translation service.
Look for: MSGC21.EXE on BBSs; MSGC21.LZH on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75470,2177 for
assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows a C programmer to remove text messages from the C source
and EXE, and place them in an encrypted MSG file. Once a pgm
uses this system, the MSG file can be maintained independant of
the C source code. Offers the ability of associating various
MSG files with the same EXE producing different output without
recompiling the C source code! Perfect for supplying foreign
language versions of your product. An entire users guide can be
output with one call. Add COLOR, SOUND, & more to your
programs.
Product: NED
Author: David L. Dight, +61-2 331-4521
A Fast and Powerful Programmers Text Editor. See full
description on page 154.
Product: PUTMAIL
Author: Gnosis Inc
Version: 1.3 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. PVCS from Intersolv, and DOS
based LAN. Optional e-mail system -- See Mail.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Unknown.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PVCS-L.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 72030,1547
for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simplify your use of PVCS! Use point & select menu system to
make easy check-in's of source code. Extended control
management, & also cross platform development. Users configure
rule based checks including - file .ext standards, auto new
file flagging, dir defaulting, cross-check duplicate files,
PVCS locks, compiles, tests, sign-offs & more! User comments
are auto logged to PVCS. System will match any PVCS file
structure. Makes DOS batch files for all check-ins across LAN,
& cross-platform xfers.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 373
Product: ReNamer
Author: ConVal Software, Inc., 805-529-6847
Version: 1.1 (06-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk; printer.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: RENAMR.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it at
no charge); RENAMR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72330,1621 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
When you need to change external and/or internal names in your
software, try ReNamer. It automates this tedious manual
exercise, changing ALL references and changing them uniformly!
Use it when porting to a new platform, to re-organize your
naming conventions, to make your code more maintainable -
whenever renaming is called for.
Supports BASIC, BAT files, C, C++, COBOL, FORTRAN, MASM, MAKE
files, Oracle, Pascal, PL/I, REXX, xBASE, and ASCII text files.
A tool for the professional!
Product: RIE - Rimrock Icon Editor
Author: Rimrock Software, 208-772-9347
Version: 1.04 (02-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited support.
Look for: RIE104.ZIP on BBSs (call 208-765-0180 to download it at
no charge); RIE104.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENC forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71211,70 for assistance).
Download size: 141k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Now you can dress up text-based programs you create with
graphic images, without rewriting your program for a graphics
display mode. With RIE, you can create 'pseudo-graphic' icons
to display on an EGA or VGA display in text mode.
Created primarily to support version 6 of TCXL, the TesSeRact C
eXtended Library, but the ICONLOAD example provided shows you
how to load icons on your own.
Product: Technical Editor
Author: Superior Soft
DOS/OS2 Programmers/Text editor (VIRTUAL). See full
description on page 157.
Product: Visual Compare
Author: Whitney Software, Inc.
File comparison utility for programmers. See full description
on page 47.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 374
12.9 Software tools
See also: Database applications, Software tools (page 203).
12.9.1 For multiple programs
Product: BootMaster
Author: RoSi Software, 011-49-30-744-7707
Boot Configuration Manager. See full description on page 91.
Product: Start [***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 1.7 (06-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Start helps you add interactive installation capability to your
software. It includes a script language for flexibility, with
a built in `watch' debugging capability. Alternate setup or the
'menu' command sets Start to simple menu mode.
12.9.2 For other
Product: 4Print
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 69.
Product: Btr Help!
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 1.88 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. BTRIEVE.EXE or BREQUEST.EXE.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual with disk; One year of
Phone/FAX/Mail/Email/BBS support; Bonus Disk of Btrieve
Utilities; Btrieve "C" Library with full source; Certificate
for Free CompuServe Membership; Certificate for $7 off a
subscription to Shareware Magazine.
Look for: BTRHLP??.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); BHLP??.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NOVA forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71311,2334 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides the functions needed for the design, development and
maintenance of applications using Btrieve. It's great for file
maintenance with: Great Plains Accounting, IBM's Platinum
Series, Pacioli 2000 Accounting, Galacticomm BBS, Macola
Accounting, Xtrieve, Magic PC DBMS, DacEasy Accounting or any
application that uses Btrieve. It provides an easy way to
repair damaged Btrieve database files or test their integrity.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 375
Browse and edit records in many different formats -- and much
more!
Product: Btr Watch
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Memory resident Btrieve debugger. See full description on
page 210.
Product: Changer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.01 (07-06-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: CHANO101.ZIP on BBSs; CHAN01.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 23k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Quickly changes words & phrases in text files without loading a
bulky word processor or text editor. Options to change files
in multiple directories, and to change hidden or read only
files. Typical uses include changing names in form letters or
other documents, or changing variable names in the source code
of a multimodule program. Built in safety features to prevent
data corruption.
Product: Convert To Structured BASIC
Author: Unique Software
Version: 1.3 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Reduced rate upgrades; notification of
major upgrades; tech support by Fax and/or CompuServe Mail.
Look for: CVT-2SB.EXE on BBSs; CVT-SB.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts GW-BASIC programs to a more structured, more legible
Structured (compiler) Basic format.
* unpacks multi-statement lines
* block all "IF" statements
* converts line number to labels
* removes unnecessary labels
* indents IF and looping structures
* self-extracting LZW archive
Chapter 12, "Programming" 376
Product: DB2DOC
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Automatic DBF documentation for FoxPro/FB+. See full
description on page 207.
Product: DB2PRG
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Automatic DBF file creation for FoxPro/FB+. See full
description on page 208.
Product: The Finishing Touch
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc., 800-767-1978
Version: 2.0 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual.
Look for: FINISH.ZIP on BBSs (call 505-275-9697 to download it at
no charge); FINISH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70632,1177 for assistance).
Download size: 99k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Cuts the cost of distributing your software by compressing
files so you need 50% fewer disks. It makes software
installation a breeze for the end user, which reduces support
costs. It has a powerful programming language so you can
display messages, check the user's hardware, modify their
AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS, print or view ASCII files, do
error checking, and more! Includes 67 pages of documentation
and two sample script files. No other fees to pay or programs
to buy.
Product: HyperPAD
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
The HyperMedia Platform for MS-DOS. See full description on
page 368.
Product: MouseTools
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.0 (09-13-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Turbo Pascal.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, source code.
Look for: MOUSTL55.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a set of mouse interface routines for Turbo Pascal
programmers. Included are low level routines for positioning
and moving mouse cursors as well as higher level routines for
selecting files, multiple choice questions, etc.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 377
Product: PBfmt
Author: Unique Software
Formats Power Basic Source Code Beautifully! See full
description on page 353.
Product: PBWindows
Author: Barry Erick, 717-675-3432
Wonderful Popup windows for PB. See full description on
page 354.
Product: PopDBF
Author: Bowen Software, 309-699-0950
4K TSR for "Instant Access to X-Base Files" See full
description on page 204.
Product: Prgmr's Productivity Pack Lite
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Productivity Tools for Programmers. See full description on
page 351.
Product: Programmer's Productivity Pack
Author: Falk Data Systems, 915-584-7670
Productivity Tools for Programmers. See full description on
page 351.
Product: QQUERY (All Fox versions)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Elaborate Query manager for FoxPro & FoxBASE+. See full
description on page 208.
Product: QQUERY (FoxBASE+ 2.10 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Elaborate Query manager for FoxPro & FoxBASE+. See full
description on page 208.
Product: QQUERY (FoxPro 1.02 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Elaborate Query Manager for FoxPro & FoxBASE+. See full
description on page 209.
Product: QQUERY (FoxPro 2.0 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido, 707-762-9067
Elaborate Query manager for FoxPro & FoxBASE+. See full
description on page 209.
Product: Show Partner Lite
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
Screen Show and Demo Disk Development System. See full
description on page 414.
Chapter 12, "Programming" 378
Product: Simply Help!
Author: SimpleWare, 709-489-3757
Version: 1.0 (01-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Latest version with shareware notices
removed. Support by mail.
Look for: SIMHLP10.ZIP on BBSs (call 709-489-6018 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create stand alone help systems or add help to any program.
Editor has pull down menus, dialog boxes, mouse support, on-
line help, block operations, line drawing, import/export,
reports, and many more. Edit your file and instantly RUN it to
see the results.
Compiler creates EXE files or TSR files with your choice of hot
key. A library for QuickBASIC 4.xx is included. Applications
include TSR help for existing programs, catalogs, readme files,
manuals, on-line help for QuickBASIC programs.
Product: TesSeRact Screen Designer
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc., 215-443-9705
Code-Generator for TCXL. See full description on page 361.
Product: WinEdit
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-937-9335
Perfect ASCII editor for Windows 3.0. See full description on
page 157.
Product: Workbase [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Dot-prompt utility for DBMS programmers. See full description
on page 205.
12.10 Other
Product: Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Create your own text adventure games. See full description on
page 510.
Product: BOOT.SYS
Author: Hans Salvisberg
Use boot-up menus to select system config. See full
description on page 91.
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Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp., 407-738-1712
The real Batch Language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 85.
Product: LJLAND
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Print docs, listings, manuals, spreadsheets. See full
description on page 74.
Product: PBWindows
Author: Barry Erick, 717-675-3432
Wonderful Popup windows for PB. See full description on
page 354.
Product: TurboBAT
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Version: 3.12 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: TBT312.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 415-826-1707
to download it at no charge); TBT312.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70262,1463 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A batch file compiler that creates fast running .COM programs
from .BAT files. It supports all DOS commands as well as many
bat enhancements found in 4DOS and NDOS.
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13.1 Preschool
Product: Balloons
Author: AssistWare, 919-544-5567
Version: 3.8 (03-29-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $7.00
Registration benefits: Support, updates, information about other
children's programs.
Look for: BALLOONS.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 317-856-2319
to download it at no charge); BALLOONS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC
forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 89k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple, easy-to-use program designed to help young children
become familiar with the computer and have fun at the same
time. It provides visual delight for children 18 months and up
and hands-on experience with the computer. Balloons appear as
any key is struck and may be enlarged until they pop into a
rainbow as "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" plays. This program
is designed to be your child's first program and to provide
hours of enjoyment.
Product: Brandon's Big Lunchbox
Author: Robichaux and Associates, 504-752-2620
Version: 1.5 (03-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disk.
Look for: BIGBOX.ZIP on BBSs; BIGBOX.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71336,336 for
assistance); BIGBOX.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID JEROBICHAUX for assistance).
Download size: 248k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
26 colorful educational games that will keep young computer
users busy for hours! Open the Lunchbox and your computer
users will have loads of fun learning computer skills, problem
solving, drilling on sight words, solving fun math problems,
playing memory games, learning the alphabet, plus much more.
Pick every game from the main Lunchbox menu. Keep the word
games fresh -- customize your word list!
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Product: Dr. Motes' Colorbook
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Coloring book program for young children. See full description
on page 420.
Product: DrawSome
Author: AssistWare, 919-544-5567
Version: 2.4 (03-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $8.00
Registration benefits: Support, updates, information on other
children's programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DRAWSOME.ZIP on GEnie in
IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 105k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple program designed to help young children become
familiar with the computer, mouse, and mouse operations. Lines
are drawn on the screen by moving an image of a hand with the
arrow-keys or mouse. Line color is selectable by keys or by
clicking the mouse buttons. The program also draws flowers,
circles, triangles, and squares.
Excellent program for developing mouse skills, finding the
location of certain keys, and learning basic geometric shapes.
Product: DressMeUp
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Cute paper doll game with stuffed animals. See full
description on page 526.
Product: EGA Mouse Paint
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Electronic Coloring Book. See full description on page 382.
Product: Pallanda
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Somewhat like Candy-Land with color spinner. See full
description on page 490.
Product: Play 'n' Learn
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 3.00 (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Unknown.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An education program for very young children 18 months to 3
years old. Includes eight basic games with multiple
variations. The games range from very simple - push a key and
get a response type game for 18 month old children - to more
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complex alphabet and matching games. Also includes an etch-a-
sketch type drawing game.
This program is offered as freeware. Vendors need specific
permission to distribute this software and they will be
provided with a version with their company name built in.
Product: School-Mom
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Complete children's education software. See full description
on page 411.
Product: Strudle
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Crayola draw and paint with save and redraw. See full
description on page 419.
13.2 Elementary
Product: Brandon's Big Lunchbox
Author: Robichaux and Associates, 504-752-2620
Educational fun for kids 3 - 7! See full description on
page 380.
Product: Dr. Motes' Colorbook
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Coloring book program for young children. See full description
on page 420.
Product: DressMeUp
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Cute paper doll game with stuffed animals. See full
description on page 526.
Product: EGA Mouse Paint
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Version: 4.2 (01-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. EGA monitor; Microsoft mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: EGAMP.ZIP on BBSs; EGAMP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
If your kids like to color then they will enjoy using the mouse
to color in any of 29 pre-made picture. There are over 70
colors and patterns to select from in the program. Selecting a
picture and coloring it in is as easy as point and click. An
additional feature is the arrow draw program which allows you
to create and color your own drawings.
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Product: Flags
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Displays 600 Flags from around the World. See full description
on page 384.
Product: Melissa's Music Flashcards
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Music flashcards that are fun. See full description on
page 462.
Product: MEMORY
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Computer version of Concentration. See full description on
page 500.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software
Comprehensive Computer Testing/Grading System. See full
description on page 402.
Product: School-Mom
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Complete children's education software. See full description
on page 411.
Product: Spell Games
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 1.1 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Registration, bonus programs, newsletter.
Look for: SPELL.ZIP on BBSs; SPELL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IPMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Practice Spelling as an Olympic Game. Pits your country
angainst another country. Choose spelling words from very easy
to very difficult. Words in the game come from spelling bee
lists. Also, easily add your own spelling words with the built
in editor -- enter your child's weekly spelling words. One of
th
our beta testers went on to win the school's spelling bee (5
grade), something she had never come close to doing before.
Product: STS26
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Space Shuttle Tracker. See full description on page 388.
Product: ToyBox II
Author: Virtual Magic Software
Powerful EGA/VGA graphical menu for all ages. See full
description on page 130.
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Product: WORDTRIX!
Author: Tea Time Software, 513-523-3830
Version: 1.0 (03-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Free Upgrades, bonus utility, discounts
on other products.
Look for: WDTRX1.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it at
no charge); WDTRX1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71020,1350 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Tetris-like game that teaches selected phonic patterns.
Instead of blocks, phonograms (an, all, ing, etc.), vowel pairs
(ee, oa, etc.) or the "silent e" fall into "word frames" (words
with blanks) at the bottom of the playing area. Over 100 full-
color EGA-quality picture clues make this game playable by
young children! Fast/slow speed, sound on/off and pictures on/
off options available.
Product: World Name Game
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Graphic Geography Game. See full description on page 385.
Product: Zpeller
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Improves spelling & vocabulary skills. See full description on
page 386.
13.3 Junior high
Product: EQUALIZER
Author: Nine-Patch Software
Student and teacher test making and review. See full
description on page 389.
Product: Flags
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Version: 1991b (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 320k RAM, CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: FLAGS91.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The flags of the nations of the world are powerful symbols,
representing the history, beliefs, and hopes of the people of
each country. This program displays full-color represenations
of over 600 different flags: flags of every independent nation
in the world, plus hundreds of historical, regional, naval, and
personal flags. The flags may be viewed individually, or the
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program may be set to exhibit a continuous display of all the
flags. There is also a flag quiz to test your knowledge of
flags.
Product: I.Q. Challenge [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test knowledge in 5 categories, earn diploma. See full
description on page 509.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software
Comprehensive Computer Testing/Grading System. See full
description on page 402.
Product: School-Mom
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Complete children's education software. See full description
on page 411.
Product: Spell Games
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Practice Spelling as an Olympic Game. See full description on
page 383.
Product: STS26
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Space Shuttle Tracker. See full description on page 388.
Product: TEACHER
Author: Tinker Software
Home study aid, many subjects. Configurable. See full
description on page 391.
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc., 212-262-4982
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & Polar Equation Grapher. See full
description on page 344.
Product: World Name Game
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Version: 6.10 (09-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited assistance by mail.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WNG2.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70635,266 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a unique geography learning environment. Through a
game like environment the program promotes the study of place-
name geography. Over 200 of the world's capital cities are
randomly presented as a graphic depiction of the country and
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surrounding area. Options include various size areas, adjacent
capitals, and latitude and longitude. The user is challenged to
enter the correct city or city and country name. Each user has
a record of his ten best scores.
Product: WORLD29 [***]
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Global Mapping/tracking Geography. See full description on
page 412.
Product: YRWAY
Author: Tinker Software
Student study aid, fully configurable. See full description on
page 391.
Product: Zpeller
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.00 (04-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. Mono/Colour Monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Latest version without registration
reminder screens, another disk of Unicorn software to try, FREE
phone, BBS, mail TECH support, discounts from other shareware
companies.
Look for: ZPELR200.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ZPELER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 227k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy and effective way to improve spelling and vocabulary
for the individual student or an entire classroom. Tests
students in not only correct spelling but the word's
definition. Tracks words continually missed to help the
th
student concentrate on those words. Whether the user is a 4
grader with weekly tests or an out of school adult wanting to
improve those crucial spelling and vocabulary skills; Zpeller
is there to help. Handles up to 19 students at once, up to
64,000 words per student.
13.4 High school
Product: ACCU Music Printer
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
Prints out sheet music, transposes, etc. See full description
on page 461.
Product: DC Circuit Analysis
Author: Arthur Tanzella, 412-882-0723
Learn DC circuits and computer circuits. See full description
on page 405.
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Product: EQUALIZER
Author: Nine-Patch Software
Student and teacher test making and review. See full
description on page 389.
Product: FDplot
Author: Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
A quick scientific function/data & stat plot. See full
description on page 389.
Product: Fictionary
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
The game of fantastic/farfetched definitions. See full
description on page 516.
Product: HYPERGEO
Author: Stuart Esten
Display of 4-D hypergeometric objects. See full description on
page 343.
Product: I.Q. Challenge [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test knowledge in 5 categories, earn diploma. See full
description on page 509.
Product: Logic Circuit Analysis
Author: Arthur Tanzella, 412-882-0723
Learn Logic and Computer Circuits. See full description on
page 405.
Product: Parables & Parabolas [***]
Author: Niche Software
Version: 1.1 (08-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk, VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Teacher's manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The kit provides a quick analysis of how an individual student
makes a vvalue decision . The student may examine parables from
writers such as Casteneda,Kafka,and Kirkegaard by selecting a
graphic icon. The moral topics include property rights; the
work ethic; role modes; commitment to an occupation; ignoring
enemies; making choices in a scarce economy.
The purpose of the kit is to increase moral sensitivity.
Graphic motifs involve parabolas; scrolled texts are utilized
in a 20 minute presentation
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Product: PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems, 609-875-5433
AC Circuit Analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 320.
Product: PENDULUM - computer experiments
Author: SCIENCE FUN
Interactive simulations. Problem generators. See full
description on page 405.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software
Comprehensive Computer Testing/Grading System. See full
description on page 402.
Product: Save the Planet
Author: Save the Planet Software, 303-641-5035
Ozone & greenhouse data, easy word processor. See full
description on page 406.
Product: STS26
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Version: 7.0 (10-08-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited support by mail.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STS26.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70635,266 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a method for tracking the flight of the space shuttle.
Additionally the user can learn the dynamics of space flight.
Provides default setting for a typical shuttle mission. It
allows the user to enter a variety of parameters to accurately
track a given mission. Launch is permitted from Kennedy Space
Center, Vandenberg, any of the three Soviet launch sites, or
from South America. Each launch site provides its own default
launch parameters. On orbit parameters can be varied.
Product: TEACHER
Author: Tinker Software
Home study aid, many subjects. Configurable. See full
description on page 391.
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc., 212-262-4982
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & Polar Equation Grapher. See full
description on page 344.
Product: World Name Game
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Graphic Geography Game. See full description on page 385.
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Product: WORLD29 [***]
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Global Mapping/tracking Geography. See full description on
page 412.
Product: YRWAY
Author: Tinker Software
Student study aid, fully configurable. See full description on
page 391.
Product: YRWAYx.ZIP
Author: Tinker Software
Student aid, configurable to many languages. See full
description on page 392.
Product: Zpeller
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Improves spelling & vocabulary skills. See full description on
page 386.
13.5 College
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Bibliographic database manager. See full description on
page 174.
Product: EQUALIZER
Author: Nine-Patch Software
Version: 1.03 (03-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Students working individually or in groups become aware of
their thinking as they translate class notes and reading
assignments into high quality test questions. In the process
they are converted from passive pupils into active scholars.
Teachers can prepare instructional question files in specific
topics for students to review at three levels of thinking and
to start the above writing process. Sample instructional
question files (IQF) are included.
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Product: FDplot
Author: Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
Version: 1.2 (02-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor. Hard disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Three months support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FDPLOT.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:SCIENCE forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72345,1623
for assistance).
Download size: 74k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A handy/fuss-free scientific function and data plotting
software intended for upper high-school or college students and
instructors. It is menu driven, fast and easier to use than
most graphics calculators. A linear regression statistics
program is included.
Product: Fictionary
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
The game of fantastic/farfetched definitions. See full
description on page 516.
Product: HYPERGEO
Author: Stuart Esten
Display of 4-D hypergeometric objects. See full description on
page 343.
Product: I.Q. Challenge [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test knowledge in 5 categories, earn diploma. See full
description on page 509.
Product: KWIKSTAT
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Statistical Data Analysis. See full description on page 345.
Product: Lecture
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Displays text-based slide show lectures. See full description
on page 288.
Product: PathProj
Author: softRX shareware
Path Projection for Ridge Regression. See full description on
page 346.
Product: PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems, 609-875-5433
AC Circuit Analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 320.
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Product: PENDULUM - computer experiments
Author: SCIENCE FUN
Interactive simulations. Problem generators. See full
description on page 405.
Product: RXridge
Author: softRX shareware
Ridge Regression Computations & Graphics. See full description
on page 347.
Product: RXtraces
Author: softRX shareware
Interactive Ridge Regression TRACE Displays. See full
description on page 347.
Product: Save the Planet
Author: Save the Planet Software, 303-641-5035
Ozone & greenhouse data, easy word processor. See full
description on page 406.
Product: TEACHER
Author: Tinker Software
Version: 2.0A (11-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited fax/BBS support.
Look for: TEACH20A.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-852-7708 to download it
at no charge); TCH20A.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 74010,773 for assistance).
Download size: 152k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to aid the student in studying for tests. It is
designed to be fully configurable with the ability to add or
delete test problems. I consider it useful to most students as
various subjects are covered for study, also with the ability
to change the problems it can be tailored to meet any age
requirement and can GROW with the students abilities.
Product: YRWAY
Author: Tinker Software
Version: 1.0 (01-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited fax/BBS support.
Look for: YRWAY1.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-852-7708 to download it at
no charge); YRWAY1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 74010,773 for assistance).
Download size: 89k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to aid the student in studying. It is designed to be
easily configurable with the ability to add or delete their own
SUBJECTS and ANSWERS. With the ability to change the Subjects
it can be tailored to meet any age needs and then can GROW with
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the student. It can also be used as a "TRIVIA" type game, by
adding your questions.
Product: YRWAYx.ZIP
Author: Tinker Software
Version: 2.2 (03-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Mouse, EGA monitor optional.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited support. Lifetime
registration.
Look for: YRWAY22.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-852-7708 to download it
at no charge); YRWY22.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 74010,773 for assistance).
Download size: 135k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Self help study program with the ability to work in many
foreign languages. You supply the Subjects/Answers and Prompts.
Fun and entertaining, it can be easily changed to match the
users knowledge level.
13.6 Literature
Product: Babble!
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Creativity tool for writers. See full description on page 172.
Product: Creativity Package [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Become more creative & improve your writing. See full
description on page 173.
Product: ENIGMACROSS
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Solve and construct professional acrostics. See full
description on page 516.
Product: JEPRS (Jeepers!)
Author: Louis M. Miranda, 214-522-5110
Bibliographic Database Management System. See full description
on page 211.
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Product: PoeTrio
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
Version: 1.0 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited support, free bonus disk,
product discounts.
Look for: CSPT.ZIP on BBSs; CSPT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM
APPLIC forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71031,1036 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Coaches you through the processes for writing three kinds of
verse: free verse, "cantonas," and haiku. Highly interactive,
it contains three separate programs, each with its own editor.
Educational and entertaining. For all ages.
Product: Poetry Generator [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Turn your computer into a poet! See full description on
page 173.
Product: Poetry Star
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
AI poetry writing for entertainment, educ. See full
description on page 527.
13.7 Foreign language
Product: Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 514.
Product: LQMATRIX
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Softfonts and softfont editor for Epson LQ. See full
description on page 65.
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Product: REXL-Lazarillo de Tormes
Author: REXL, 619-481-0781
Version: 1.1 (12-03-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and description of book,
telephone support, upgrade and new product notification.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; REXL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FLEFO forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files).
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This version of the original Spanish edition of "Lazarillo de
Tormes", a classic Spanish novel, displays text and the pop-up
English translations of words and idiomatic expressions that
exactly match the meaning of the text. Improve your Spanish
reading skills and enjoy reading this book without the hassle
of using a dictionary to look up words and idiomatic
expressions that you do not know.
13.8 Computers
See also: Business, Training aids (page 287).
Product: Computer Trivia Quiz
Author: Shoestring Software
Version: 1.0 (09-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, Latest Version on Disk,
T-Shirt, 180 days mail support.
Look for: QUIZ.ZIP on BBSs; QUIZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW
forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 74130,3460 for assistance);
QUIZ.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
SHOESTRING for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
An entertaining and enlightening way to increase and/or test
your computer literacy. Subjects range from stone-age
computing, famous founders, milestones, events, machines and
terms to the latest innovations. Can be played by one to six
players. Questions are presented in multiple choice format. For
those that are stumped, don't know the correct answer or just
want to know more about the subject, there is an extremely
informative hint. Try this!
Product: Pascal Robots (P-ROBOTS)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Program a robot in Pascal and battle others. See full
description on page 495.
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Product: PC-GLOSSARY
Author: Disston Ridge, Inc., 813-323-0961
Version: 4.2 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk or high density
drive.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe support,
update discounts.
Look for: GLOSRY.ZIP on BBSs; GLOSRY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70441,544 for
assistance); GLOSRY.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This educational desktop reference program helps you keep
abreast of the ever-changing terminology in the world of
microcomputers. Hundreds of terms, acronyms, buzzwords, and
abbreviations are defined with many useful reference tables at
your fingertips. Not just one or two line definitions; each
entry has an entire screen full of related information and is
intelligently cross-referenced to other entries.
13.8.1 Operating system tutors
Product: DOS Summary
Author: Computer Knowledge
Version: 1.01 (02-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: DOSSUM.ZIP on BBSs; DSUM01.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75655,210 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DOS command summary program. When started from DOS you have
the option of accessing either an alphabetical menu of DOS
commands or a menu where commands are grouped by function. A
second way of accessing a command is by starting the program
with a command name as a parameter. Finds the closest match to
the command you entered -- so exact spelling is not necessary.
Only DOS commands are in this version; batch commands and
CONFIG.SYS commands are not. DOS versions to 4.01 supported.
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Product: DOS Summary (Hypertext)
Author: Computer Knowledge
Version: 2.0 (02-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual with command examples not
found in the software, master disks, bonus utilities.
Shareware disks of other products.
Look for: DOSSUM20.ZIP on BBSs; DSUM02.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75655,210 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS Summary is a hypertext tutorial and reference product which
covers all DOS commands and drivers through MS-DOS 5.0. Also
added are tutorials covering memory management and how DOS
starts. The program can be used in standalone or resident mode.
When started, you have the option of an alphabetical command
menu or a menu where commands are grouped by function. You may
also start the program with a DOS command name as a parameter
and be taken immediately to that command.
Product: DosEA 1--For Absolute Beginners
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 2.00 (05-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DEA1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A series of hypertext tutorials on MS-DOS. Demonstrates the
hypertext system used in the remainder of the series. Supports
a mouse.
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Product: DosEA 2--What is DOS?
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 2.00 (05-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DEA2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 142k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Second in the DosEA series. A background on how computers and
MS-DOS were developed is given. "Operating system" is
described. The DOS prompt and the DOS commands are introduced.
Hands-on practice is provided in recognizing the DOS prompt and
changing default disk drives. A "hyperbook": Has chapters like
a book, but is written in hypertext. Start the series here or
with any DosEA program: Each one stands alone.
Product: DosEA 3--10 Easy Commands
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 2.00 (05-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DEA3.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 154k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Third in the DosEA series of hypertext tutorials on MS-DOS.
DosEA 3 describes and provides hands-on practice for 10 easy
DOS commands: CLS, DATE, DIR, EXIT, PROMPT, TIME, TYPE, VER,
VERIFY, and VOL. The program screens for errors: If the user
enters a command wrong, it is not accepted. If three errors
are made, the program demonstrates how to enter the command. A
properly entered command is executed by the user's DOS.
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Product: DosEA 4--Find That Command!
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 2.00 (05-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DEA4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 116k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Fourth in the DosEA series of hypertext tutorials. This
utility helps the user find the right DOS commands to perform
certain tasks. Memory jolting words are used to direct users
to the appropriate commands.
Product: DosEA 5--All About MS-DOS 5.0
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 1.00 (07-05-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DEA5.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Fifth in the DosEA series of hypertext tutorials on DOS. This
is a reference of the additions, deletions, and changes in MS-
DOS 5. It makes feature-by-feature, command-by-command,
switch-by-switch comparisons between MS-DOS 5 and previous
representative versions of DOS. It is not only for beginners,
but also experienced computer users; those that have MS-DOS 5
and those that do not. In short, anyone who is interested in
the changes in MS-DOS 5.
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Product: DosEA 6--Switched on DOS
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 1.00 (09-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DEA6.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 138k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A hypertext database of the 238 DOS command switches and
parameters from versions 1.0 to 5.0. (MS-DOS 5.0 added 85
switches and other parameters!) Access them by command, DOS
version, switch, parameter, or name. Nothing else like it. A
"must have" for "power users."
Product: Stringer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Version: 1.02 (06-06-90)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Eligibility for free upgrades.
Look for: STRIO102.ZIP on BBSs; STRIO1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76430,1071 for
assistance).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draws string art in a Presentation Manager window. Use as a
demonstration, or to help train new users on OS/2. Also
helpful for showing machine capabilities or taking advantage of
idle CPU time. Options to change color & speed. Hypnotic &
addicting!
Product: TUTOR.COM
Author: Computer Knowledge
Version: 4.5 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: TUTCOM.ZIP on BBSs; TUTCOM.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 75655,210 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A minicourse in microcomputing covering the basics of a variety
of topics including: Computer History, Introduction to DOS,
Computer Terminology, Subdirectories, Hardware, Batch Files,
the Keyboard, and Introduction to Programming. Material is
presented in a series of screens and the user has the ability
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to move forward or backward through the tutorials, or jump to
selected locations using a menu. Short quizzes test you on your
knowledge but you may bypass these when reviewing.
13.8.2 Typing tutors
Product: DTQ
Author: Roger D Hamilton, +44-320 51282
Memory Game for adults/children & typing aid. See full
description on page 526.
Product: PC-FasType/CGA
Author: Trendtech Corporation, 201-694-8622
Version: 4.3 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk with latest version; Printed 80-page
User's Guide, Money-back-guarantee.
Look for: FSTYPC43.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A professional menu-driven MS-DOS typing tutorial for PC's
equipped with any of 3 popular keyboard styles. Program
displays image of keyboard and prompts for letters and words to
type. New version has many added features. Options to type your
own text files, or choose your own letters for drills.
Features: save settings, save statistics, print history; Open
Typing lets you practice WP skills; type Long Paragraphs
without keyboard display; Timed Exercises, KAPS for Kids;
Hidden keys, sound, more...
Product: PC-FasType/MONO
Author: Trendtech Corporation, 201-694-8622
Version: 1.3 (08-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk with latest version; 80-page printed
User's Guide; money-back guarantee.
Look for: FSTYPM13.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This MONOCHROME version of PC-FasType/CGA will run on any PC.
Uses character graphics to display keyboards. Functionality
identical to the CGA version. Ideal for portables, laptops, and
notebook PC's. See PC-FasType/CGA description for more
details.
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Product: TYPE TREK
Author: Tea Time Software, 513-523-3830
Version: 1.0 (08-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Free updates, 1 year of support,
discounts on other products.
Look for: TTREKV10.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); TTKV10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71020,1350 for assistance).
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A typing tutor in game format. It uses animated character
graphics, and loosely follows the format of classic Star Trek
computer games. Typing exercises are provided by having the
user type "code words" to fire phasers, torpedoes, etc. Pop-up
help screens for fingering, play hints, and a "boss" screen are
available at any time during play. A 13-page manual is
provided that also describes the basics of touch typing.
13.9 Teachers
Product: BESTTEST
Author: WiseWare
Version: 1.5 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Bound version of users manual, disk with
latest program release.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BSTTST.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72247,1323
for assistance).
Download size: 218k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes test preparation easy. Supports all standard item
formats: essay, fill-in, true/false, multiple choice, and
matching. Full word wrap. Items up to 25, 43 or 50 lines in
length (depending on your monitor). Up to 1000 test items in a
single file. Easy export of items from one file to another.
The program supports bold, underline, subscript and
superscript. You may use any character in the extended ASCII
set. Choose test items manually or use the auto-select
function. On-line help.
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Bibliographic database manager. See full description on
page 174.
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Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 164.
Product: Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 514.
Product: CROSSWORD POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Make crossword puzzles from your words/clues. See full
description on page 515.
Product: FASTFILE
Author: Interactive Mini Systems, Inc., 509-783-3829
Laptop database for business, school, home. See full
description on page 190.
Product: LessonPlanZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.10 (01-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics or LaserJet
printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Look for: LPLANZ21.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); LPLANZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lesson planning made easy! The program has separate areas for
Goals, Objectives, Methods, Evaluations, and Materials. Each
area can be from 1 to 5000 lines long! Header infromation
holds title, dates covered, number of days, subject and more.
Default settings for School and Teacher Name. Prints a variety
of reports including a basic lesson plan, separate areas, a
custom listing, and folder labels to hold your plans! Uses
common WP commands, menu driven, mousable, and on line help.
Product: PC-CAI
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Write Computer Driven Tutorial on any Subject. See full
description on page 409.
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Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software
Version: 3.90 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. External flat-file editor,
256k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Notification of upgrades; upgrades
available for $5.00 S&H, elimination of "Unregistered" notices.
Look for: Q&ASA*.ZIP on BBSs (call 517-695-9952 to download it at
no charge); QASA*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
11 (or contact userID 73760,2032 for assistance).
Download size: 113k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A computer-based test creation and execution system. Test
databases of up to 40000 questions are created with external
editor using simple syntax. Program contains compiler and test
interpreter, presents the compiled test, scores all answers and
optionally records results in a score file. All data is
encrypted or password-protected. Score files may be exported.
Supports all question types except essay. Has weighting, letter
grade associations, correct answer display, more.
Product: SURVEY POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Demographic and correlation survey analysis. See full
description on page 348.
Product: WORDSEARCH POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Create word searches & vocabulary bingo cards. See full
description on page 519.
13.9.1 Gradebooks
Product: GRADE BOOK POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Version: 3.00 (01-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $61.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, printed manual, telephone
and BBS support, supporting Word Perfect macros.
Look for: GRADEBKL.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-435-3855 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 245k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Many special options for elementary and secondary teachers. Use
either two-9 week terms or 3-6 week terms per semester. Create
over 20 different reports. Individual progress reports can
include assignment date, title, letter grade, points earned,
points possible, grading trend, category averages, personal and
general comments, absences, missing and excused assignments,
parent signature, grade override, grading scale, weighting,
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semester exam, throw out low exam, extra credit, term &
semester grade.
Product: GradeBook for Windows
Author: Russell Stevens
Version: 1.05 (04-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Hard disk. VBRUN100.DLL-
Visual Basic DLL.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GB.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70150,323 for
assistance).
Download size: 233k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Advanced GradeBook for the professional educator. Extensive on-
line help. No practical limit on terms, classes, students or
tasks. User categories, optional ID#'s, total points or
weighted scores, discard worst score(s), extra credit, multiple
class score and grade distributions with charts, progress
reports, import, export and clipboard support, font support,
interim weights, required final scores, much more.
Product: VAR Grade
Author: VARed Software, 805-523-7546
Version: 5.01A (04-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM, 720K or larger disk
drive.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, plus next
major version (and manual).
Look for: VARGRA.ZIP on BBSs; VARGRA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ZNT:PBS forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73427,112 for
assistance).
Download size: 653k (about 49 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Used for both grades and attendance. Both letter and number
grades are accepted. Any assignment or score can be changed at
any time. There are many types of pre-defined assignments
(tasks), including ones that are the sums, averages, and
weights of other tasks. Any task or combination of tasks can
be plotted, correlated, and analyzed statistically--including
what-ifs. Attendance, database items, & seating charts can be
recorded. Data can be printed any way you want.
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13.10 Science
Product: DC Circuit Analysis
Author: Arthur Tanzella, 412-882-0723
Version: 1.1 (03-31-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 300k RAM, EGA monitor, 750k
disk space,.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, three months of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Intended as an educational tool for introducing the user to the
concepts of Direct Current (DC) circuits in general, and
digital computer circuits in particular. The user can create
and evaluate circuits on the screen. The documentation can
function as a tutorial to learn about semiconductors, logic,
and digital computer circuits. Numerous sample circuits are
included and used in the tutorial.
Product: Ecomaster
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Ecology simulation for 1 or more players. See full description
on page 522.
Product: Logic Circuit Analysis
Author: Arthur Tanzella, 412-882-0723
Version: 1.1 (06-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 350k RAM, EGA monitor, 1MB
disk space.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, three months of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Intended as an educational tool for introducing the user to the
concepts of logic in general, and digital computers in
particular. Logic circuits can be created and evaluated on the
computer screen. The documentation can function as a tutorial
to learn about logic and digital computers. Numerous sample
circuits are included. The documentation will teach the user
how to design and build a 4-bit CPU using logic gates.
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation, 800-992-8170
Metric-English-Metric Conversion Utility. See full description
on page 290.
Product: PC-TRACK
Author: Thomas C. Johnson, 513-878-9174
Satellite Tracking Package. See full description on page 432.
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Product: PENDULUM - computer experiments
Author: SCIENCE FUN
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor. Mouse strongly
recommended.
Registration fee: $23.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, teachers guide, master
disks, 6 months support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PNDLM.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72371,312 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Based on computer simulations, duplicates the behavior of real
pendulums under a large variety of circumstances. You perform
experiments; the computer verifies the accuracy of measurements
& calculations. A large variety of problems are generated and
solved on-line with computer verification and assistance. The
level is pre-calculus, for Sr. High or Jr. College, or for
anyone interested in learning more about mechanical systems,
while having fun. Written by professional physicist. Easy to
use.
Product: Save the Planet
Author: Save the Planet Software, 303-641-5035
Version: 2.50 (01-31-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM, CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: Quick reference guide, master disks,
support, bonus utilities, upgrade discounts.
Look for: STP250.ZIP on BBSs (call 919-434-8664 to download it at
no charge); SAVEP.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:OUTDOORS forum
LIBrary 16.
Download size: 335k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Learn about ozone depletion and global warming with an
interesting presentation using graphics, text, and maps. Up-to-
date global data - population explosion, deforestation,
atmospheric chemistry - on issues affecting you, your kids, the
planet. Take action, using STP's resources:
Built-in word processor, using Congressional database, for
quick letters to Washington. Greenhouse simulator,
environmental groups, voting scores, new legislation,
recycling, shopping, investing, energy saving ideas.
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc., 212-262-4982
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & Polar Equation Grapher. See full
description on page 344.
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13.11 History
Product: CHRONOS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 408.
Product: Flags
Author: Wyndware, 608-755-1628
Displays 600 Flags from around the World. See full description
on page 384.
Product: On This Day
Author: The Software Construction Co.
Version: 1.1 (11-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: OTD_11.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-454-3864 to download it at
no charge); OTD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 70313,3615 for assistance).
Download size: 122k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This event DB and printing program accepts the date you are
interested and it prints the events that happened on that day
in history:
* Astronomical Events (Moon Phases, Solstices, etc)
* Birthdays of famous people
* Religious Holidays (Jewish, Christian, etc)
* Much more
Uses text file databases, meaning you can edit them with your
favorite text editor (though they can be read in compressed
form). A personal events file is also supported.
13.12 Writing
See also: Writing applications (page 151).
Product: Creativity Package [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Become more creative & improve your writing. See full
description on page 173.
13.13 Software tools
13.13.1 For other
Product: Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Create your own text adventure games. See full description on
page 510.
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Product: APPLICATION & VERIFICATION MGT.
Author: First Step Software
Version: AV-2.0 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, unlimited phone/
newsletter support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Eligibility is checked during entry of application and letter
of approval or denial is printed. Verification can be done by
random sample or focus and letters are printed. School reports
listed by eligibility and student last name. District reports
include student status, parent status and ethnic summary.
Federal income table can be changed yearly by operator.
Product: CHRONOS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 2.12 (05-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CHRNOS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 76703,3046
for assistance).
Download size: 132k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How old was Paul Revere when he rode into history? How many
years separated Michelangelo and Cortez? This program lets you
sort and select by individual people and events, or groups and
factions, to develop new insights and trace patterns across
different eras and cultures. Useful to history and art
students, teachers, genealogists, lawyers, writers or anyone
interested in exploring historical relations or cultural
events. Prints wall charts. Also includes an automatic trivia
game generator
Product: CROSSDOWN
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Solve and construct professional crosswords. See full
description on page 514.
Product: HyperPAD
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
The HyperMedia Platform for MS-DOS. See full description on
page 368.
Product: MakeDemo
Author: WindhamWoods Publishing, 603.893.2667
Presentation program with interactive menuing. See full
description on page 226.
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Product: NETCLASS
Author: Pyramid Software, 607-748-6630
Version: 1.00 (03-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Novell LAN.
Registration fee: $89.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
upgrade discounts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NCLASS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NOVLIB forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 73467,221 for
assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides an electronic classroom environment on a Novell
network by allowing an instructor to transmit live screens,
keystrokes, and mouse pointer, to an ulimited number of
students on the LAN. Students are allowed to take notes on-
line during a live session. Can be used for other purposes
such as sales presentations, tradeshows, store-front displays,
etc. Features include graphic support, mouse support, NetWare
style menus, easy installation, etc.
Product: PC-CAI
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 2.05 (05-24-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, Bonus Examples,
discounted updates, newsletter.
Look for: PCCAI2.ZIP on BBSs; PCCAI2.ARC on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for
assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A computer assisted instructional tool. This award-winning
authoring language allows you to write computer driven
tutorial, tests, rolling demos, and similar programs. Use
color, graphics, animation, questions and answers, menuing and
branching. Respond to input from users, record answers, grade
results. This is only CAI type program to win 4 stars (highest
rank) in "Tools For Teachers" in Shareware Magazine.
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Product: PREP
Author: Southwind Software
Version: 1.2 (08-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: User Guide, Support by Mail or
Compuserve.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PREP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPPS forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70401,3026 for
assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Multiple Choice, True/False Test/Drill Program generator.
Question Sets may contain up to 200 questions. Sub-sets may be
created from Master Question Sets. Each question may contain 5
choices with responses for questions answered correctly and
incorrectly. Extensive review opportunities of individual and
group results (up to 300 individuals). Also, generates ASCII
files for manual testing and answer entry. Context Sensitive
Help throughout.
Product: Technical Editor
Author: Superior Soft
DOS/OS2 Programmers/Text editor (VIRTUAL). See full
description on page 157.
13.14 Other
Product: 3 ball Juggler
Author: First Magnitude, 513-436-0232
Juggling tutor and arcade-game like simulator. See full
description on page 505.
Product: ELMER
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 1.00 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, free upgrades.
Look for: ELMER100.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593-9067 to download it
at no charge); ELMER1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This expert system is based on a finite state machine using
table driven software. The declarative knowledge is stored in
the form of separate ASCII text and command files. The
procedural knowledge is stored in the state table. Data files
correspond to the Knowledge Engine (and the Inference Engine),
the State Tables correspond to the Inference Engine. Also
contains an ASCII editor for text files, and a tool to view the
state table. Educational and useful for S/W support.
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Product: LEANER
Author: MoonStone Software, 602-955-4266
Weight Control Charting & Motivation Program. See full
description on page 278.
Product: LessonPlanZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Lesson planning made EZ. See full description on page 402.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software
Comprehensive Computer Testing/Grading System. See full
description on page 402.
Product: School-Mom
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Version: 4.1 (07-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, mail support, bonus
utilities, and additional software.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MOM410.Z on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73757,1111 for
assistance).
Download size: 193k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a complete education program for kids of all ages
written by Dr. Andrew Motes. With this software you can have
fun while you learn. It has modules for Math, Music
Composition, English, Spelling, Art, Telling Time, and even an
exam generator. Each module has multiple learning levels so
your child will never outgrow it.
Product: THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Expert tax/legal help for small businesses. See full
description on page 294.
Product: VERSAMAP
Author: Charles H. Culberson, 302-731-0694
Version: 1.16 (02-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/CompuServe/mail
support, bonus maps.
Look for: VMAP.ZIP on BBSs; VMAPS.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70511,3134 for assistance).
Download size: 334k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draws outline maps on 8 map projections using the digital map
databases Micro World Data Bank II and The World Digitized.
Maps can be printed on the screen, on dot-matrix or laser
printers, as bit-mapped .PCX files, as Lotus .PIC files, or as
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ASCII files, for use with paint programs, word processors, and
presentation graphics or technical graphing programs. Text may
be added to maps using Courier or Helvetica fonts supplied with
the program. A digital map database is supplied with the
program.
Product: WORLD29 [***]
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Version: 2.9E (08-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: One free update on user provided disk.
Discounts on additional updates.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WORLDX.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70635,266 for
assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Puts a globe in your computer. It provides rapid maps of any
place on earth. Over 200 National capitals are located the user
can add locations and overlay maps to meet his own needs.
Additionally, it provides a global tracking system which allows
the user to track anything that can be given a latitude and
longitude, anywhere in the world.
Provides sample Hurricane tracks, sample map overlays, and
sample Custom Location files. Search by Name or Point and
shoot.
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Chapter 14
Graphics
See also: Communications, Modem-based graphics applications
(page 226).
14.1 Viewing programs
Product: ColorView for Windows [***]
Author: Millennium Technologies Corporation
Version: .97 (05-11-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 2MB RAM, VGA
monitor. Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, CompuServe/
mail support.
Look for: CVIEW097.ZIP on BBSs; CVW97B.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71055,2625 for
assistance); CVW097B.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 208k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A high speed image viewer and manipulator for Windows 3.x. The
program reads JPEG/JFIF, GIF'87, and Windows BMP images and
writes GIF'87 and BMP files. Numerous options are available for
digital image enhancement and memory management. Supports 8 bit
(256 colors), 15 bit (32k colors), and 24 bit (16M colors)
graphics cards through the Windows graphics drivers.
Product: FileBUDDY
Author: Lenard Dean
Text, Archive, and Image File Viewer. See full description on
page 50.
Product: Listico
Author: Gateway Software
Version: 2.00 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Registration code.
Look for: LICO20.ZIP on BBSs; LICO20.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WIN
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73567,2755 for assistance);
LICO20.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID
P.RABERGEAU2 for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Composed of two executables, a MS-DOS version and a WINDOWS 3.0
version. These 2 programs have the same major functionality:
Display WINDOWS 3.0 ICONS for users of VGA (or EGA or SVGA)
graphics boards. LISTICO displays alphabetically up to 4000
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icon files. With the LISTICO MS-DOS Version, you can easily
find an icon in a large library and launch an Icon Editor.
Product: Movie Guide
Author: SANDD Software, 703-444-8655
Catalog Movies with full multimedia support. See full
description on page 458.
Product: Paint Shop Pro
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-934-7117
Image displayer, converter, editor. Scrn Cap. See full
description on page 424.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System [***]
Author: ACK Software, 502-955-7527
Windows Image Cataloging System. See full description on
page 14.
Product: PlotManager
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
Plot Management Utility. See full description on page 422.
Product: Show Partner Lite
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
Version: 3.7 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM, CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $79.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, printed/bound manuals,
free 800# tech support, special offers and discounts.
Look for: SPLIT*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 315-472-1058
to download it at no charge); SPLIT*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENC forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75300,363 for assistance); SPLIT*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID R.ROBERTS27 for
assistance).
Download size: 640k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The venerable software classic that introduced the development
of lively, animated screen shows to the general computing
public. First released in 1985 and subsequently bundled with
the Microsoft Mouse for several years, this program has over
750,000 users. This version updates the program with several
new screen effects, enhanced graphical menu capability, and
smoother animation/color palette manipulation. Included is a
royalty-free runtime module.
Product: SlideManager
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
AutoCAD Slide Library Manager. See full description on
page 430.
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Product: STAFF-GRAF
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 2.0 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM. Hard disk. Extended/
expanded memory recommended.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manul, latest version of the
program, phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STFGRA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100016,1707
for assistance).
Download size: 560k (about 42 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Data stored in all or selected records of a DBF file can
directly be plotted on the screen, printer or plotter in one or
more of the types: Line, Marks, Bar, Stacked Bar, Pie, High-
Low. Graphs can be stored on disk in PCX format. The
orientation of graphs can be portrait or landscape. Over 70
printer and plotters are supported. Titles and a legend can be
defined. Scaling can be manual or automatic (logarithmic too).
Up to six functions can be plotted on one graph. A background
grid can be generated.
Product: WAMPUM
Author: Ward Mundy Software, 404-237-9420
Menu-Driven dBASE-Compat. DBMS in a 20K TSR. See full
description on page 187.
14.2 Drawing programs
Product: Chartist
Author: Novagraph, 214-231-2169
Version: 1.02b (04-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. Mouse, EGA monitor,
graphics printer.
Registration fee: $72.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NGCHAR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 74036,2325
for assistance).
Download size: 137k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This comprehensive flow charting and org charting package for
Windows 3.0 features full color and font support, multiple
symbol and border styles and automatic routing of lines in
multiple styles. It also supports hypertext references to other
documents, import of bitmap graphics into symbols, and export
of data into other applications.
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Product: CHARTS UNLIMITED [***]
Author: Graphware, Inc., 513-424-6733
Version: 2.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA or Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year phone/newsletter
support.
Look for: CU.ZIP on BBSs; CU.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSW forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72077,3367 for assistance).
Download size: 512k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes it a snap to create flowcharts,org charts,Gantt
charts,forms, floor plans and many other types of charts. You
can draw multi-page charts using a large worksheet and quickly
scroll in any direction. With just a few strokes you can
display and use 36 objects and symbols or design your own
library of objects. Print charts on most dot-matrix or laser
printers horizontally or vertically.
Product: The Children's Graphics Program
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Version: 4.0 (07-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM, mouse, EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Mail support. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CG40.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73757,1111 for
assistance).
Download size: 193k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can be used to draw lines, boxes, circles, and macros. These
drawings can be painted, edited, stored, and even animated.
Pictures can be exported to Dr. Motes' Colorbook.
Product: DRAFT CHOICE
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Powerful, Vector Based CAD Program. See full description on
page 421.
Product: EnVision Publisher [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Desktop Publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 165.
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Product: FLODRAW
Version: 2.2 (11-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM, CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $37.50
Registration benefits: Printed user manual, disk of symbols used
in symbol libraries.
Look for: FDRAW22*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); FDRAW*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 73230,403 for assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draws black & white diagrams like flowcharts, electric
schematics, and organization charts. Great for documentation!
Symbol libraries for flowcharts, electronic schematics, logic
diagrams, and others included. Or draw your own symbols and
create your own symbol libraries. Automatic line drawing, last
symbol undo, multiple fonts, menu driven. Keyboard control
only. Includes utility to convert diagrams to PCX format files.
Interactive tutorial gets you started quickly.
Product: Magic Brush & Magic Show
Author: Nassib Nassar
Version: 1.50 (08-16-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and program disk, 1 year
support by mail, nominal upgrade fees. Overseas: add $6.00 for
postage.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MB150.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 74620,111 for
assistance); MB150.ARC on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 14 (or
contact userID R.NASSAR1 for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A drawing/painting and slide show program. It allows accurate
pixel by pixel control of drawing. Status screen overlay for
accurate cut and paste. Several paste modes, color remapping,
horizontal, vertical, or diagonal flip, on-line help screen.
Has simple script language for slide show and simple animation.
Product: PathProj
Author: softRX shareware
Path Projection for Ridge Regression. See full description on
page 346.
Product: PC-Draft-CAD
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Vector based Computer Aided Design & Drafting. See full
description on page 421.
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Product: Recursive Realm
Author: Austin Software Design, 303-242-7606
Fast and fun fractal exploration program. See full description
on page 345.
Product: RXridge
Author: softRX shareware
Ridge Regression Computations & Graphics. See full description
on page 347.
Product: RXtraces
Author: softRX shareware
Interactive Ridge Regression TRACE Displays. See full
description on page 347.
Product: STAFF-GRAF
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Graphics for Data stored in dBASE III format. See full
description on page 414.
Product: Stringer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Draws string art. See full description on page 399.
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc., 212-262-4982
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & Polar Equation Grapher. See full
description on page 344.
14.3 Paint programs
Product: The Children's Graphics Program
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Children's drawing, painting, and animation. See full
description on page 416.
Product: EnVision Publisher [***]
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Desktop Publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 165.
Product: Magic Brush & Magic Show
Author: Nassib Nassar
Drawing/painting and slide show for CGA. See full description
on page 417.
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Product: PC-Draft II
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 3.26 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support, Clip-Art Libraries.
Look for: PCDRAFT*.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call
312-276-4159 to download it at no charge); PCDRA*.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70047,744 for assistance).
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Bitmap Paint program: pop-up menus or single keystroke
commands. Mouse support. Large clip art library. Screen
Capture. 40 fonts & font editor. Slide show language (PIX).
Uses CGA 640 x 200 mode.
Draw circles, ellipses, lines, boxes, arcs, curves, spray
paint, free form draw. Draw bar, line and pie graphs. Create
and edit fill patterns. Keyboard macros. Grid/Snap. Undo.
Preview. Rotate & size objects. Cut & paste. Supports dot-
matrix & LaserJet printers.
Exports GEM .IMG files.
Product: QFont
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Font editor for HP LaserJet soft fonts. See full description
on page 76.
Product: Strudle
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 3.8 (06-22-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: STRUDLE.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 109k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a unique drawing/painting program for children of any
age. It's an excellent educational, developmental, FUN tool
designed to be as simple as possible. It's actually a child's
"crayola" version of an art-quality drawing program. It has
sound effects, saves drawings to work on or enjoy again later,
and much more. It's fun watching the drawings happen again.
Ten sample drawings are included. When drawings are loaded
they are redrawn as if you were watching them the first time.
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14.3.1 Graphics diversions
Product: Dr. Motes' Colorbook
Author: Motes Educational Software, 501-524-8741
Version: 2.0 (07-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM, EGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Mail support, shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DMCB20.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73757,1111
for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program can be used like a children's coloring book. It
comes with several pages of graphics pictures that can be
painted/colored using 16 different colors. Easy to use and fun
for the little ones.
14.4 Presentation graphics
Product: Chartist
Author: Novagraph, 214-231-2169
Flowcharting and org charting for Windows. See full
description on page 415.
Product: HyperSlide
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
Version: 1.02 (05-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Mouse; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual & Disk, Telephone Support.
Look for: HYPSLD.EXE on BBSs (call 206-643-5477 to download it at
no charge); HYPSLD.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ASDESK forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73417,155 for assistance).
Download size: 287k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A presentation system based on AutoCAD slide (.SLD) files. It
allows the generation of stand-alone .EXE files containing all
images and control structures. The presentation designer
allows for rapid presentation design by using menus to allow
inclusion of slide images and placemnt of buttons and controls.
Control types include simple links, timed links, shells to
external programs, etc.
Product: Lecture
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Displays text-based slide show lectures. See full description
on page 288.
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Product: Magic Brush & Magic Show
Author: Nassib Nassar
Drawing/painting and slide show for CGA. See full description
on page 417.
Product: MakeDemo
Author: WindhamWoods Publishing, 603.893.2667
Presentation program with interactive menuing. See full
description on page 226.
Product: SlideManager
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
AutoCAD Slide Library Manager. See full description on
page 430.
Product: STAFF-GRAF
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Graphics for Data stored in dBASE III format. See full
description on page 414.
14.5 CAD/CAM applications
See also: Engineering (page 318).
Product: DRAFT CHOICE
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 2.00 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 412k RAM; Hercules or CGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
utilities, bonus fonts, bonus symbol libraries, 90-day support,
newsletter.
Look for: DC20.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-2505 to download it at
no charge); DC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10
(or contact userID 72727,616 for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Vector Based, affordable CAD program with over 200 Drawing,
Viewing and Editing commands. Mouse and Keyboard Operation. 9-
pin, 24-pin, HP Laserjet/Deskjet, Postscript and HP Plotter
Support. Auto-dimensioning, 256 Layers, English and Metric
Units, Auto-Scaling, Powerful Floating Point Zoom, Symbol
Library Support, Animation, On-Line calculator, Parametric
Function Generator, EMS and Virtual Memory Support, 3-D type
Volume Rendering, Parallel, Vertical, Tangent modes, and much
more...
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Product: PC-Draft-CAD
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 3.06 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA or Hercules monitor. HPGL
plotter or HP LaserJet or dot-matrix printer.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, utilities.
Look for: PCDCAD*.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 312-276-4159
to download it at no charge); PCCAD*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70047,744 for assistance).
Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Vector based CAD: Automatic dimensions, unlimited layers,
multiple fonts & object libraries. Uses high resoution CGA,
EGA, VGA, or Herc. "Virtual Memory" uses extended, expanded
memory or disk for drawings up to 32 megabytes.
Pop up menus or single keystroke commands. Mouse support,
context sensitive help. Over 65 commands + undo/redo, pan,
zoom, fill patterns, Macros. Make exact scale prints with HPGL
plotters, dot-matrix or laser printers. Exports WPG GEM HPGL
ASCII. Imports WPG DXF ASCII.
Product: PlotManager
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
Version: 2.22 (05-13-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual and Disk, Telephone
Support.
Look for: PLOTM.EXE on BBSs (call 206-643-5477 to download it at
no charge); PLOTM.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary
10 (or contact userID 73417,155 for assistance).
Download size: 183k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides stand-alone, on-screen viewing of HPGL, DMPL, and SPGL
plot files, Plotting of zoomed views, plotter communictions
support to 38.4k baud, transaltion from plot format to .DXF
format for import into AutoCAD, network plot-server mode and
more.
14.6 Business applications
See also: Business (page 232).
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Product: ALPHAQUOTE
Author: AlphaBytes, Inc., 202-546-4119
Version: 2.3 (05-06-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Latest version and a printed manual.
Look for: AQ23.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4202 to download it at
no charge); AQ23.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:DTPFORUM forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71131,2734 for assistance).
Download size: 113k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Estimating and copyfitting for DTP and typesetting. Useful for
determining how much graphic products should sell for. Great
for comparing the price differences between DTP and traditional
typesetting. Features include; hourly rates generator, graphic
arts calculator, disk or printed estimates, preview, on-line
help, menu interface and complete docs.
Product: EXPRESSGRAPH
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 1.05 (12-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM, CGA monitor, IBM or
Epson graphics printer.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
phone/fax/mail support, product discounts.
Look for: EGRAF1.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-788-4008 to download it at
no charge); EGRAF1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The size of the graph can be adjusted by changing the height
and width. Horizontal and vertical grids can easily be turned
on or off. The scaling factor can be controlled. Graph up to
16 groups of 52 numbers each using 16 different fill patterns.
Line graphs can be made with or without symbols. Bar charts
can be regular, overlapped, stacked, percentage or three
dimensional. Pie charts can be uncut, exploded or separated.
Import data from other programs.
14.7 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File conversion (page 48).
Product: CODE TO CODE
Author: AlphaBytes, Inc., 202-546-4119
DTP & Typesetting code conversion program. See full
description on page 164.
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Product: ColorView for Windows [***]
Author: Millennium Technologies Corporation
High speed JPEG/JFIF, GIF, BMP viewer for Win. See full
description on page 413.
Product: FileBUDDY
Author: Lenard Dean
Text, Archive, and Image File Viewer. See full description on
page 50.
Product: Paint Shop Pro
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-934-7117
Version: 1.01 (03-26-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manaul, master disks, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PSP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GRAPHSUP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72557,256 for
assistance).
Download size: 201k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows program that will display, convert, alter and print
images. It also does screen capturing. It supports image
formats; BMP, DIB, GIF, IMG, JAS, MAC, MSP, PIC, PCX, RAS, RLE,
TGA, TIFF and WPG. Display in various ways including zooming in
and out. Alter includes rotating, resizing, resampling,
trimming, filter application, color adjustments, brightness and
contrast adjusting, increasing and decreasing the color depth,
gamma correcting and greyscaling. User filters are supported.
Product: PCX2FNT
Author: TaxWare, 801-373-0541
Create fonts for LaserJet from PCX graphics. See full
description on page 75.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System [***]
Author: ACK Software, 502-955-7527
Windows Image Cataloging System. See full description on
page 14.
14.8 Ready-made graphic images
14.8.1 Multi-format images
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System [***]
Author: ACK Software, 502-955-7527
Windows Image Cataloging System. See full description on
page 14.
Chapter 14, "Graphics" 425
14.8.2 PCX images
Product: STAFF-GRAF
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Graphics for Data stored in dBASE III format. See full
description on page 414.
14.9 Utilities
Product: Paint Shop Pro
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-934-7117
Image displayer, converter, editor. Scrn Cap. See full
description on page 424.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System [***]
Author: ACK Software, 502-955-7527
Windows Image Cataloging System. See full description on
page 14.
Product: PrintGL
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Pen plotter emulator. See full description on page 59.
Product: QFont
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Font editor for HP LaserJet soft fonts. See full description
on page 76.
Product: RIE - Rimrock Icon Editor
Author: Rimrock Software, 208-772-9347
Editor for creating custom EGA/VGA text icons. See full
description on page 373.
Product: Show Partner Lite
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd., 800-444-3490
Screen Show and Demo Disk Development System. See full
description on page 414.
14.9.1 Screen capture
Product: Capbuf
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
TSR captures text screens to disk. See full description on
page 94.
Chapter 14, "Graphics" 426
Product: GEMCAP
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 4.01 (09-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Any wordprocessor or desktop
publishing program that reads GEM .IMG format images.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: GEMCAP.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-276-4159 to download it at
no charge); GEMCAP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70047,744 for assistance).
Download size: 13k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
TSR utility: Capture text and graphics screens, save as bitmap
GEM .IMG files (B&W), perfect for Ventura Publisher &
WordPerfect. Preserves reverse video fields in text mode. Uses
resident EGA/VGA font for EXACT reproduction of screen. Perfect
for user manuals.
Supports CGA (640x300), EGA (640x350), VGA (640x480) graphics
modes & all text modes (25,43,50 lines). (Mono & Hercules -
text mode only).
Product: PC-Draft II
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Paint program w/screen capture. See full description on
page 418.
Product: Textshot
Author: McAdams Associates
TSR to capture text screens to .PCX files. See full
description on page 94.
14.10 Software tools
14.10.1 For AutoCAD
Product: -=Tab123=-
Author: Mountain Software, 304-744-7748
Version: 1.2 (12-17-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Release 9 AutoCAD or later.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
one year free upgrades.
Look for: TAB123.ZIP on BBSs; TAB123.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACAD forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70717,3564 for
assistance); TAB123.ZIP on GEnie in IBM-PC forum LIBrary 14 (or
contact userID J.WORKMAN1 for assistance).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Imports Lotus 123 and Symphony spreadsheet files into an
AutoCAD drawing as a table of text entities, and if desired, a
cell grid to enclose the table. Tab123 runs from within the
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AutoCAD drawing editor and will read .WKS and WK1 files
directly. The program reads not only entered data from the
spreadsheet file, but also calculated formula values and
formatting information (eq Column widths, cell formats).
Product: AC11TO10
Author: Software Designs, Inc., 606-987-6129
Version: 2.20 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. NO coprocessor required!
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Unlimited phone/CompuServe/mail support,
free upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 11TO10.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 70353,1604 for
assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This utility converts Release 11 drawings to Release 10 without
using DXF files. Just type 'AC11TO10' at the DOS prompt, tag
the drawings you want converted and hit ENTER. Works directly
with the DWG file format SAFELY. Single, easy-to-use, windowed
environment. Great for AutoCAD users who require access
Release 11 drawings but don't need to upgrade from Release 10.
Product: ALLY
Author: Wasco Technical Software, 713-392-1359
Version: 1.32 (03-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. AutoCAD release 9 or better.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Diskette and printed manual, CIS/phone/
fax support, product news.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ALLY13.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72020,2031 for
assistance).
Download size: 108k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A programer's workbench and analyzer for AutoLISP. The
analyzer aids in debugging and documenting AutoLISP source code
by error checking and cross-referencing Lisp symbols -
variables, constants, functions and subroutines. The workbench
features point-and-shoot file selection, a DOS shell, and
integrates your favorite editor, browser and other tools. Run
from DOS or AutoCAD. Rated "Highly Recommended" by CADalyst
magazine, March 1991.
Chapter 14, "Graphics" 428
Product: CADET
Author: Wasco Technical Software, 713-392-1359
Version: 3.0 (03-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. AutoCAD release 9 or better.
Registration fee: $49.95
Registration benefits: Diskette and printed manual, CIS/phone/
fax support, product news.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CADET3.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72020,2031 for
assistance).
Download size: 345k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows users to create notes and text tables, and edit both
text and attributes in AutoCAD drawings.
* Full-screen text editor
* 112,000+ word Spelling checker
* Pull-down menus
* Word wrap
* Help
* Status lines
* Search-and-replace
* Find text
* Cut-and-paste
* Change style, height and case
* EGA/VGA support
* Import and export text
* Works from within AutoCAD
Product: Custom#Menu
Author: Mountain Software, 304-744-7748
Version: 1.81 (12-18-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. AutoCAD release 9 or later.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
one year of free upgrades.
Look for: CMENU181.ZIP on BBSs; CMNU18.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACAD forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70717,3564 for
assistance); CMENU181.ZIP on GEnie in IBM-PC forum LIBrary 14
(or contact userID J.WORKMAN1 for assistance).
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use AutoCAD menu customizing tool. Add, delete, or
modify Tablet, Button, and first level Popup and Screen menus
from within AutoCAD. "Learn" macros as they are entered and
includes an "Edit" mode for expert users. Multi command items
can be quickly created to greatly increase your productivity
with no knowledge of the AutoCAD menu structure. Special
support is also provided for block inserts and external
AutoLISP programs. Both Release 11 ADS and AutoLISP / DOS EXE
versions included.
Chapter 14, "Graphics" 429
Product: HyperSlide
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
AutoCAD Slide FIle Based Hyper Link System. See full
description on page 420.
Product: LaunchCAD
Author: Mountain Software, 304-744-7748
Version: 3.7 (10-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. AutoCAD release 9 or later.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
one year free upgrades.
Look for: LCAD37.ZIP on BBSs; LAUNCH.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACAD forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70717,3564 for
assistance); LCAD37.ZIP on GEnie in IBM-PC forum LIBrary 14 (or
contact userID J.WORKMAN1 for assistance).
Download size: 121k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A superb replacement for the AutoCAD opening menu, it provides
a friendly face, and file management capabilities to AutoCAD.
It compliments AutoCAD, it provides a fast pulldown menu
interface that allows: Drawing file selection from a popup
directory; User defined long file descriptions; Batch
processing and plotting from a user defined script; An external
utility interface; Network and release 11 support; File select
support for internal AutoCAD commands, and more.
Product: PrintCAD
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Printer driver for CAD software. See full description on
page 59.
Product: PrintGL
Author: Ravitz Software Inc., 606-268-4223
Pen plotter emulator. See full description on page 59.
Product: PURGE
Author: Software Designs, Inc., 606-987-6129
Version: 2.20 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. NO coprocessor required!
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support free
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PURGE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 70353,1604 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you purge your drawings from the DOS prompt WITHOUT using
DXF files. Selectively purge any or all of Blocks, Linetypes,
Layers, Dimstyles or Shapes. Single, easy-to-use, windowed
environment. Just set which entities should be purged, tag the
drawings and press ENTER. Best of all, it operates in a SINGLE
Chapter 14, "Graphics" 430
pass - even deeply nested blocks are no problem! Quick, safe
and extremely easy to use.
Product: SlideManager
Author: John Intorcio, 617-246-9640
Version: 5.13 (05-13-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual & Disk, Telephone Support.
Look for: SLIDEM.EXE on BBSs (call 26-643-5477 to download it at
no charge); SLIDEM.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ADESK forum LIBrary
10 (or contact userID 73417,155 for assistance).
Download size: 133k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full function library manager for AutoCAD slide files.
SlideManager provides full library management functions such as
Add, Delete, Extract, Merge, and Update as well as stand-alone
viewing of slide files and entries from slide libraries.
Translation to Drawing Interchange or HPGL format as well as
output to printers is also provided.
14.10.2 For other
Product: NETCLASS
Author: Pyramid Software, 607-748-6630
Provides electronic classroom on Novell LANs. See full
description on page 408.
14.11 Other
Product: Fantasy
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Interactive graphic kaleidoscope - hypnotic. See full
description on page 528.
Product: Listico
Author: Gateway Software
Two icon viewing programs, one DOS, one WIN 3. See full
description on page 413.
Chapter 14, "Graphics" 431
Product: Quilt
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.32 (04-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QUILT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A diverting graphics program or nonresident screen saver, using
half square quilting patterns. You can create specific
patterns or set the program to continuously change patterns.
Change widths, patterns, rotate or flip the designs, or colors
for "billions and billions" of combinations. Configurable color
palettes (v1.1 lets you set 8 colors at a time) chosen from 64
possible colors. Ages 8 to 88.
Product: ZiPaper
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.3c (12-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. PKZIP/PKUNZIP or LHARC.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Disk, printed manual, assorted wallpaper
files.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ZIPAPR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72301,2164 for
assistance).
Download size: 49k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Randomly select Windows 3.0 .BMP files for wallpaper each time
you run Windows. Keep the .BMP files in one compressed ZIP or
LZH file. Save disk space! Supports Tile/Center and more. New
features include improved support for multiple ZIP files,
manual selection of BMP file, support for LHArc and more.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 432
Chapter 15
Home & hobby
See also: Finances, Personal finances (page 299); Business,
Work-at-home (page 286).
15.1 Astronomy
Product: PC-TRACK
Author: Thomas C. Johnson, 513-878-9174
Version: 2.14 (01-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. EGA monitor, 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
master disks, six months support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 355k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This general purpose satellite tracking package takes the
complexity and confusion out of finding where any earth
orbiting satellites (weather, amateur radio, military, foreign,
etc.) are in space. It will track up to 8 satellites
simultaneously and will provide necessary antenna pointing
data. It provides a colorful, graphical means of visualizing
satellite orbits both in stunning 3D spherical displays and
flat map displays.
Product: PCCLOCK
Author: Michael J. Sadaway
Digital clock with timesetting by modem. See full description
on page 106.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 433
15.2 Collecting
Product: ALBUM KEEPER II
Author: CACHE MICROSYSTEMS, 805-549-0532
Version: 2.12 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM. Hard Disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: 1 yr. Technical support.
Look for: ALBUM212.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 198k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Easy to menu driven album, CD, Tape organizer. This program
keeps track of the entire album collection. Unique features
allow the user to find albums, song titles and artists. This
program keeps track of album titles and songs on album with
tape position,length of song and song number. Duplicate entry
search keeps database clean and useful. Several printer outputs
allows user to print complete list of album, individual albums,
labels for tapes. 10 user defined fields. Laser printer
support.
Product: AlbumMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 6.71 (09-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: AMSTR670.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); AMSTR6.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for audiophiles who want to catalog their albums and
produce professional looking printouts, the program is easy to
use and POWERFUL. Standard entries for Title, Artist, Album
Number, Category, and Tunes PLUS 3 User Defined Fields! The
user can obtain print outs for criteria or all, and can search
for all fields or combination, even Tunes! Print Outs include:
An abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom lisiting, 3X5
and Rolodex cards, front labels, and a complete Tune listing!
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 434
Product: Book Librarian
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 1.5s (01-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM. CGA monitor
recommended.
Registration fee: $34.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
discounts on other products.
Look for: BL.ZIP on BBSs; BL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance);
BL15.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
L.TURNER1 for assistance).
Download size: 147k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful easy-to-use menu-driven program to organize and manage
a personal, club, corporate, church or school library. Features
context sensitive help, BROWSE and FIND windows. Each record
stores title, author, subject, book type, catalog # and much
more. Full featured reporting with numerous reports to the
screen, printer or disk.
Product: BookBank
Author: Data By Design, 803-556-0562
Version: 1.1 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/CIS/
newsletter/mail support, minor upgrades free, major upgrade
discounts.
Look for: BOOKBK11.ZIP on BBSs (call 803-569-6525 to download it
at no charge); BBANK1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:COLLECT forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 76226,733 for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured program for book collectors and lovers. Keeps
track of what books you own, what they are worth, and full
descriptions. It also tracks the dealers and other collectors
you associate with, and helps you develop and track your own
want-list. Multiple searches, formats and reports can be sent
to screen, printer or file. Has pull-down menus so it is fast,
powerful, and easy to use.
Product: BookStor
Author: Data By Design, 803-556-0562
Inventory system for book dealers. See full description on
page 275.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 435
Product: CassetteMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 7.40 (07-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: CMSTR740.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); CMSTR7.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for users who want to catalog their cassettes and
produce professional looking printouts, the program is easy to
use and POWERFUL. Standard entries for Title, Artist, Tape
Number, Category, and Tunes PLUS 3 User Defined Fields! The
user can obtain print outs for criteria or all, and can search
for all fields or combination, even Tunes! Print Outs include:
An abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom lisiting, 3X5
and Rolodex cards, front labels, or J Card style case inserts &
a Tune list!
Product: CDMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 7.00 (06-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support,
bonus utilities. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: CDMSTR70.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); CDMSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
CD lovers need a program as sophisticated as the format itself
to catalog their collections. This is the answer! The program
is easy to use and POWERFUL. Standard entries for Title,
Artist, CD Number, Category, and Tunes PLUS 3 User Defined
Fields! The user can obtain print outs for criteria or all, and
can search for all fields or combination, even Tunes! Print
Outs include: An abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom
lisiting, 3X5 and Rolodex cards, front labels, and a complete
Tune list!
Product: DiscTrak System
Author: Blam Entertainment Group, 613-591-7777
LaserDisc & Compact Disc Cataloging Program. See full
description on page 458.
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Product: Household Register
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 3.0s (01-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $34.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
discounts on other products.
Look for: HR.ZIP on BBSs; HR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance);
HR30.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
L.TURNER1 for assistance).
Download size: 153k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Excellent easy-to-use menu-driven home/office inventory program
holds upto 99,999 items and can use an unlimited number of
databases. Includes complete database management functions and
full featured report printing. Lists reports to screen,
printer or disk. A valuation report prints your inventory and a
summary of total items by category, location or owner.
Features: Pop-up pick lists; On-line help; warranty lists
showing warranty expiration dates, a sample database and much
more.
Product: Music Manager for Windows
Author: Joe Herrera, 817-382-7585
Version: 1.10 (03-15-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Standard or 386
Enhanced mode. VGA recommended.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 90 days phone support, one free upgrade.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MM110.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70323,3140 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A MUST for any serious music collector. Keep track of your
entire music collection, up to 1000 entries. Store information
on Artist, Title, Record Label, Format, Classification, and
Year. Select which fields to display while viewing the
database. Keep the database sorted by specifying up to 3
unique fields. Search for text within the entire database.
Print the entire database or a range of records.
Product: MuziTrak System
Author: Blam Entertainment Group, 613-591-7777
Compact Disc Cataloging Database. See full description on
page 463.
Product: ORGANIZE! Professional Books
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for professional books. See full description
on page 276.
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Product: ORGANIZE! Your Art Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: ART527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized cataloging system designed specifically for art
collections including - paintings, sculpture, prints, weavings,
castings, etc. Each piece can be cataloged by up to 21
characteristics all of which can be searched, sorted, cross
referenced or alphabetized. Great for insurance purposes! A
single ATL-key combination displays both the total cost and
total current value. Published by HomeCraft, the leader in
software for cataloging collectibles.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Books/Magazines
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
master disks, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: BOOKS527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database designed specifically for cataloging
books and magazines. Provides up to 21 fields, all of which
can be cross referenced, searched, alphabetized and sorted.
User definable reports all you to print anything from index
cards to full page reports. The 10,000,000 entry capacity
provides room for even the largest collection.
"...a very complete program designed to meet the needs of the
most demanding book collector." - Journal of the National Book
Collector's Society.
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Product: ORGANIZE! Your CDs & Records
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
master disks, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: POP527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database for cataloging CDs, LPs, cassettes,
tapes and music videos. It allows you to catalog your music
collection based on up to 21 criteria - all of which can be
searched, cross referenced and alpabetized. The 10,000,000
entry capacity provides room for the largest collection. Rated
as the best available software for cataloging CD/LP collections
by both Goldmine and DISCoveries magazines.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Classical Music
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
updates, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: CLASS527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database designed specifically for cataloging
classical music. Each composition on a CD, LP, tape or any
other media canm be cataloged by up to 21 criteria - all of
which can be searched, cross referenced, sorted and
alphabetized. 3-D drop down menus and WYSIWYG screens make
this software straight forward and simple to use. A 10,000,000
entry capacity can handle any size collection. Includes user
definable reports to print anything from labels to full page
reports.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Coin Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
newsletter support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: COINS527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database for cataloging coins from any country.
3-D drop down menus and WYSIWYG screens make this software
straight forward and simple to use. Catalog each coin by up to
21 criteria - all of which may be searched, alphabetized or
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cross referenced. A 10,000,000 coin capacity allows this
software to handle any size collection.
A repeat key and macros make entering information about your
collection quick and easy. User definable reports allow you to
print your reports the way you want.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Comic Books
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
updates, support, bonus utilities.
Look for: COMIC527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This software provides a fast and easy way to catalog a comic
book collection of any size. Repeat keys and macros make
entering information about your collection easy. You can use
up to 21 lines to catalog your collection - all of which can be
searched, cross referenced and alphabetized. 3-D drop down
menus provide quick access to all program features. User
definable reports let you print anything from index cards to
full page reports.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Fabrics (Sewing)
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Specialized cataloging system for fabrics. See full
description on page 477.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Gun Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: GUNS527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database designed for both casual and licensed
gun collectors. Allows you to catalog up to 21 characteristics
for each gun. Great for insurance purposes!
User definable reports allow you to have reports printed _your_
way. 3-D drop down menus put all of the features at your
finger tips. Catalog, search and list your collection based on
gun type, caliper, year manufactured or any other way you wish.
This is the most flexible and complete software for cataloging
a gun collection.
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Product: ORGANIZE! Your Jazz Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: JAZZ527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A database system designed specifically for cataloging jazz
collections. You can catalog your collection using up to 21
criteria including the basics such as title, artist, composer,
and label. Plus you keep track of the individual performers on
each composition. All of the information you enter can be
found during a search, cross referenced, sorted and
alphabetized. Includes a repeat key and macros to make
entering information about your collection quick and easy.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Memorabilia
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: MEM527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For collectors of memorabilia this is the software that can
help you organize your collection so you know what you have,
where it is stored and what it is worth. Plus you can also use
this software to keep wanted, available for trade, and for sale
lists. 3-D drop down menus and WYSIWYG screens make usiung
this software easy. You can catalog each piece in your
collection by up to 21 criteria, all of which can be searched,
cross referenced, sorted and alphabetized.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Model Railroad
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-31-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
master disks, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: RAIL527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for both the collector and modeler this software helps
the model railroad enthusiast get organized. You can use up to
21 lines to catalog your collection/model railroad. All of the
lines can be searched, cross referenced, sorted or
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alphabetized. A single ALT-key combination quickly gives you
the total cost and the total current value of your collection/
model railroad. Great for insurance purposes! Published by
HomeCraft, the leader in cataloging software.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Office
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Offive inventoryn system. See full description on page 277.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Photographs
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for photographs & slides. See full
description on page 290.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Plants/Garden
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Specialized cataloging system for plants. See full description
on page 449.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Sports Cards
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, >1.5MB of Topps cards
data, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: CARDS527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Specialized database for cataloging baseball, football, hockey
and all other types of sports cards. Allows you to keep track
of what you have, what you want and what you have available for
trade or sale. Great for insurance purposes!
Fast index based searches and sorting allows you to quickly
list your collection (or want list) or find the card you want.
Searches will list all cards over a set value or all rookie
cards. User definable reports let you get your printed reports
the way _you_ want.
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Product: ORGANIZE! Your Stamp Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
updates, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: STAMP527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database for cataloging stamps from any/all
countries. Repeat keys and macros make entering information
about similar stamps quick and easy. A 10,000,000 stamp
capacity provides room for the largest collection. Each stamp
can be cataloged using up to 21 criteria (16 of which are user
definable) - all of which can be searched, cross referenced,
alphabetized and sorted. User definable printed reports allow
you to print anything from index cards to full page reports.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Wine (Cellar)
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
support, updates, bonus utilities.
Look for: WINE527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized cataloging system designed specifically for
keeping a wine cellar organized; or just keeping track of wines
you've enjoyed. Each wine or bottle can be cataloged by up to
21 characteristics, all of which can be searched, sorted, cross
referenced or alphabetized. Provides the perfect way to find a
wine for a special occaission. And a single CTRL-key
combination will show you the total value of your wine
collection. Published by HomeCraft, the leader in cataloging
software.
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Product: SoundZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.22 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Graphics or LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version, phone/
BBS/mail support, lifetime free upgrades, bonus utilities.
Product discounts. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: SNDZ222.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); SOUNDZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 252k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The program was designed for audiophiles who have multiple
formats for their collections (Cassettes, CDs, 45s, 78s, LPs,
and Reel To Reels). It is more in depth than ANY of the other
audio program. So, if you need more than a basic catalog SoundZ
is the program for you! Standard entries for Title, Artist ,
Reference Number, Category, Price/Value, Date of Purchase, Date
of Origin, UNLIMITED number of songs per side (with notes
entries for each!), and a text Liner NoteZ field of up to 5000
lines.
Product: VIDEO BUFF
Author: CACHE MICROSYSTEMS, 805-549-0532
Video Tape Organizer. See full description on page 459.
Product: VIDEOCAT
Author: William A. Jackson
Catalogs videocassette collections. See full description on
page 460.
Product: VideoMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Helping You *Master Your Video Collection. See full
description on page 460.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 444
Product: VINO:FILE Cellar Master
Author: Mark Christian, 011-61-3-882-3108
Version: 2.15 (10-31-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM. Hard Disk
Recommended.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
utilities.
Look for: VINO215.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it
at no charge); VINOFL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINEFORUM forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70032,117 for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Organises your wine cellar! Keep an inventory, track purchases,
locate valuable bottles and enter tasting notes. An easy to use
interface and a neat geographic cross reference saves you from
entering repetitive data. Many searches and printed reports.
Product: ZideCar
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.20 (04-19-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. SoundZ data files.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, latest version, phone/
BBS/mail support, lifetime free upgrades. Product discounts.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: ZIDCAR22.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ZIDCAR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An add on program for SoundZ. Works with SoundZ' files to
help users find fillers for tapes & helps users total times
on tapes. BUT its biggest strength lies in allowing to the
user to pick & chose entries to construct new recordings
from existing SoundZ entries. Even tracks time left! Point &
Shoot menus for selection of tunes for filler or new tape. when
creating a new recording. Even creates a new entry for the tape
within SoundZ.
15.3 Fortune telling & astrology
See also: Religion & philosophy (page 480).
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 445
Product: Book of Changes [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.7 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/BBS/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: BOOK*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2290 to download it at
no charge); BOOK*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The I Ching is an ancient Chinese book used for both fortune
telling and philosophical insight. Toss coins or sticks to
create a pattern of 6 lines, forming a hexagram for
interpretation. Completely menu-driven, so you never enter long
command sequences. You can edit the text for each hexagram and
add your own comments. Readings can be saved, edited, printed.
(Also available in Spanish.)
Product: By the Numbers [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.54 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: NUMB*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2096 to download it at
no charge); NUMB*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Use the philosophy of Numerology to analyze your name &
birthdate for their symbolic meaning and metaphysical
vibrations, giving a complete personality profile. Uses
Pythagorean system, takes name changes into account, analyzes
10 personality elements, provides forecast. Readings can be
saved, edited, printed.
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Product: Crystal Ball [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.2 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: CRYS*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2290 to download it at
no charge); CRYS*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Welcome to the world of the psychic computer! This tongue-in-
cheek program makes predictions and answers questions with a
sometimes enigmatic style reminiscent of the ancient Greek
oracles. You select the subject matter for predictions of
personal interest. This could explain where those crazy tabloid
headlines come from!
Product: Fortune Teller [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.1 (08-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: FORT*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0355 to download it at
no charge); FORT*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A potpourri of fortune telling techniques includes three
playing card methods, dice, two kinds of Numerology, Runes,
Geomancy, auras, "Astro-Mates" and "Instant Oracle". A history
and explanation of each method appears in the documentation.
Also included is an ESP test.
Product: Geomancy [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Ancient system of divination with black magic. See full
description on page 483.
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Product: Mayan Calendar [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.6 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: MAYAN*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0355 to download it at
no charge); MAYA*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Uses the astronomical knowledge of the ancient Mayans to
convert a modern calendar date to its Mayan equivalent, and
then gives the Mayan astrological interpretation. Also uses
Julian period dates and will calculate from Mayan to modern
date. Has chart of Mayan and Aztec day and month names. Easy-
to-understand documentation and history of the Mayan calendar
included on disk. Norman Donaldson's excellent research is
explained in detail.
Product: Personal Tarot [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 2.61 (08-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, 900 number/
CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: TAROT*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it at
no charge); TARO*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tarot cards have been used around the world throughout history
for fun and fortune. Now you can enjoy professional quality
Tarot readings on your PC! Personal Tarot automates shuffling
and dealing, builds a 10-card layout, and displays card
descriptions and meanings. You choose from different methods of
shuffling and layout. You can edit card interpretations and add
your own comments. Readings can be saved, edited, printed. No
graphics.
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Product: Richard Webster's Aura Reading [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.0 (07-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: WAURA.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2096 to download it at
no charge); WAURA3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Based on the work and research of internationally-known psychic
entertainer Richard Webster, "Aura Reading" helps you learn
what to look for when attempting to see the human aura. It's a
great way to meet people and make friends!
Product: Richard Webster's Numerology [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.0 (07-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: WQUICK.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2096 to download it at
no charge); WQUIC3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Based on the work and research of internationally-known psychic
entertainer Richard Webster, "Quick Numerology" helps you put
together a short but pointed personality profile using
someone's date of birth. It's a great way to meet people and
make friends!
Product: Your ESP Test [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.1 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: 900 number/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: ESP.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0355 to download it at no
charge); ESP*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary 2
(or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Three standard tests to see if you have ESP (extra-sensory
perception) potential. Try precognition, clairvoyance, or
telekinesis. Lots of fun!
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 449
15.4 Gardening
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Plants/Garden
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
master disks, newsletter support, bonus utiliites.
Look for: PLANT527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
If you'd like to keep track of the plants you have in your
house, yard or garden then this is the software for you! Not
only can you catalog the plants you have, but for each one you
can record its characteristics such as color, when it blooms,
its growth, etc. Plus you can have any care instructions
immediately available at your finger tips. 3-D drop down menus
and WYSIWYG screens make this software easy to use. Published
by HomeCraft, the leader in cataloging software.
15.5 Genealogy
Product: Brother's Keeper
Author: John Steed
Version: 5.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual; master disks; support.
Look for: BK5*.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 616-364-1127 to
download it at no charge); BK5*.* on CompuServe in CIS:ROOTS
forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID 75745,1371
for assistance); BK5*.* on GEnie in GENEALOGY forum LIBrary 8
(multiple files) (or contact userID J.STEED1 for assistance).
Download size: 990k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This featured genealogy program can store names, dates,
locations, and other information for up to 1,000,000 people. It
prints all the standard charts and reports and a few unique
ones. Reports include ancestor or pedigree charts, descendant
reports with relationships, graphic descendant tree, family
group sheets, alphabetical name lists, birthday lists, custom
designed reports, ahnentafel lists, graphic box charts, and a
descendant register report. Includes gedcom.
Product: CHRONOS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 408.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 450
Product: Cumberland Diary
Author: Cumberland Software, 615-647-4012
Version: 1.1 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, master disks, phone
support, spell-check dictionary. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: CDIARY11.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-471-0552 to download it
at no charge); CDIARY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70713,3476 for assistance).
Download size: 195k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows entries for multiple diaries or journals. It contains a
cut-and-paste word-processor with pull-down menus and pop-up
screens. Optional secrecy mode with password protection and
data encryption. Select by date or heading. ASCII import and
export. Multi-entry text search feature.
Product: Cumberland Story
Author: Cumberland Software, 615-647-4012
Version: 1.1 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, master disks, phone
support, spell-check dictionary. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: CSTORY11.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-471-0552 to download it
at no charge); CSTORY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70713,3476 for assistance).
Download size: 247k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you write and print a structured life story book. It
features a cut-and-paste word processor with pull-down menus
and pop-up screens. It contains many ideas and suggestions with
a chapter and topic outliner. ASCII import and export
utilities. Multi-topic text search feature.
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Product: Cumberland Tree
Author: Cumberland Software, 615-647-4012
Version: 3.3 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support, bonus utilities. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: CTREE33.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-471-0552 to download it
at no charge); CTREE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70713,3476 for assistance).
Download size: 335k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows entry of names, places and dates tying an extended
family together automatically as names are entered. It features
pull-down menus and pop-up screens with on-line help. Surnames
are allowed at the beginning, middle or end of a name. Place
names only need be entered once with selection from a pop-up
screen there-after! Print and view on screen up to 17 different
reports including pedigree charts, family groups, descendants,
statistics and others. GEDCOM compatible.
Product: EZ-Tree [***]
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 2.00 (08-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, unlimited
support.
Look for: EZT200.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); EZT200.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary
1 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance); EZT200.ZIP on
GEnie in GENEALOGY forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This genealogy program lets you keep track your family tree.
You can link trees together and report on them in many
different formats.
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Product: Family Tree Print Utility
Author: Common Sense Software, 513-231-0730
Version: C (03-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM. Hard Disk and 640K
RAM recommended.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CIS/Mail support, printed manual,
latest version, newsletter, laser printing service for charts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FTP*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70274,3020 for
assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints family history charts using databases created by PAF,
Family Ties or GEDCOM files. FTP prints Three Generation Charts
(like linked Family Group Sheets) and Wall Charts of ancestors,
descendants or all people. An alphabetized index can be printed
for each chart. Supports all printers (including PostScript)
and features an LDS Church-certified GEDCOM export capability
(Fam Ties vers). Includes a "tree pruning" feature to omit
family lines from the charts. Laser printing service available.
Product: NOACH
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Genealogy. See full description on page 217.
15.6 Ham radio
Product: LAN-LINK
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 2.00 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Radio transceiver and TNC.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Electronic/phone/mail support, free
upgrades.
Look for: LL159EXE.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593 9067 to download it
at no charge); LL200.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Personal Packet Terminal Program for the TNC1, TNC2, KPC-2
and most of all a smart multimode digital communications
controller for the KAM, MFJ1278 and the PK-232. Menu driven,
optimizes the configuration of the TNC in each communications
mode and provides smart terminal features. If you are not using
this, you are not making the most use of the LAN.
Product: PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems, 609-875-5433
AC Circuit Analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 320.
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Product: PC-HAM
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 3.52 (03-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $36.50
Registration benefits: Support, source code, free upgrades.
Look for: LOG3_52.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593 9067 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
More than a simple menu driven computerized logbook, it allows
you to access the data in the logbook in ways that have not
been previously possible. For example:- Generate your DXCC
status automatically. A contest logging package, sweepstakes
simulation game and propagation prediction programs are also
included in the package.
Product: PC-TRACK
Author: Thomas C. Johnson, 513-878-9174
Satellite Tracking Package. See full description on page 432.
Product: PCCLOCK
Author: Michael J. Sadaway
Digital clock with timesetting by modem. See full description
on page 106.
Product: WHATS-UP
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 1.20 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Radio receiver and Radio
Modem.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Electronic/phone/mail support, data
exchange, free upgrades.
Look for: WU120EXE.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593 9067 to download it
at no charge); WU120.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 202k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tool which provides the Radio Amateur, or the Educator, with
the capability to perform experiments in spacecraft orbital
dynamics as well as monitoring the environment onboard several
of the Orbiting Satellites Carrying Amateur Radio (OSCAR)
during individual passes or over long periods of time. Provides
an introduction as to how this can be done using readily
available low cost equipment (under $500.00).
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 454
15.7 Health
Product: LEANER
Author: MoonStone Software, 602-955-4266
Weight Control Charting & Motivation Program. See full
description on page 278.
15.7.1 Food/dietary/kitchen
Product: The Better Diet Analyzer
Author: Syntonic Software, 704-542-0473
Version: 3.1 (01-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year
phone/CIS/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: BDA*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 212-431-1194 to
download it at no charge); BDA*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72060,1556
for assistance); BDA*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3
(multiple files) (or contact userID J.BYRD7 for assistance).
Download size: 308k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Over 1,400 food records, including brand names and fast food
restaurants. Features a Database Editor plus a Recipe Builder
to add foods and recipes to the database. Tracks calories,
cholesterol, protein, carbohydrates, fat, sodium, alcohol and
your weight. Gives an instant report on percent of calories
from protein, carbohydrates and fat. Excellent for lowering
your cholesterol or "carbo loading" for sports events. Manual
includes diet, cholesterol and carbo loading guidelines.
Product: Cook Book Plus [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
Version: 2.0 (08-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $21.60
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Attractive recipe record with sample recipes. Also has easy-
find recipe book index, wine inventory and guest management
system.
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Product: Master Meal Manager
Author: Thomas C. Johnson, 513-878-9174
Version: 1.51 (01-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, six months
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 160k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A masterful combination of user friendliness and common sense
functions making the common kitchen management chores (recipes,
meal planning, and shopping) a breeze. All three are integrated
so that your recipes are used to generate a meal schedule for
up to 14 days worth of meals. The meal schedule and recipes are
then used to generate your shopping list. Easy to learn. Easy
to use.
Product: OMNIMeal
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 3.03 (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: OMEAL303.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); OMEAL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
All the standard features of Recipe programs PLUS: MulipleXer:
Allows User to increase/decrease the number of people served by
a particular recipe, and changes all of the required
ingredients automatically; OMNIFind!: Allows User to do
extensive searches of the data file; The choice of printing
lists, catalogs, two 1-sided, or one 2-sided 3X5 card for each
recipe. OMNIShop: Shopping list for the recipes chosen that
lists not only the ingredients but combines like ingredients
for ease of use.
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Product: Quick Shop
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 1.00 (05-29-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/
CompuServe/mail support, package suitable as gift, bonus
program, programmer's file structures.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QS100.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance); QS100.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID C.LANGIN for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Select your meals and print a shopping list with the
ingredients listed by grocery store aisle. Assures that you
have everything needed for the meals you plan. A relational
database. When entering meals, select available ingredients or
add new ones as you go. Add ingredients separately from meals,
too. Handles coupons and reminders. Sample database included.
Context sensitive help. Makes a nice gift.
Product: Smart Home Shopper
Author: Torbert Data Systems, INC., 804-488-5506
Version: 1.2 (06-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Receive latest version and copy of
another program- Support BBS.
Look for: TDS BBS on BBSs (call 804-488-5506 to download it at no
charge); SHS12.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 73747,2336 for assistance); SHS12.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID B.TORBERT for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Quickly and conveniently prepare a grocery shopping list in
store aisle order. Once a product is entered, it only needs to
be tagged to appear on future lists. Use at several levels of
sophistication. You can actually store price information from
several different stores and let the program do comparison
shopping and prepare multiple shopping lists. Much more. Well
supported by the author.
Product: VINO:FILE Cellar Master
Author: Mark Christian, 011-61-3-882-3108
Wine cellar management system. See full description on
page 443.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 457
15.7.2 Exercise/fitness
Product: Aerosoft Fitness Log
Author: Aerosoft, 317-849-7659
Version: 2.3 (10-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: 40 pg user manual. Presidential Sports
Award poster and brochure. Mailing labels and Exercise Test
utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* Records all 49 exercises featured in the Presidential
Sports Award program and directs you in mailing for your
Award.
* Calculates aerobic points and calories burned.
* Compares on a monthly basis current year aerobic point
totals and cardiovascular fitness levels with the previous
year.
* Tracks 999 users per log. Optionally requires passwords.
* Prints: Detail and Summary Exercise History; Presidential
Sports Awards; User IDs.
15.8 Household automation
Product: Smart10
Author: Sympathetic Software
Version: 1.6 (10-06-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. X10 PowerHouse CP290.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Free upgrading.
Look for: SMRTEN.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it at
no charge); SMRTEN.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary
4 (or contact userID 71046,1476 for assistance).
Download size: 97k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Devised to overcome limitations of the CP290 and its software.
It maintains a year's calendar of events. Use Sunrise and
Sunset as times. Events can beconditioned to occur (or not) if
it is Dark (or Light), between dates you have specified, or on
command line parameters.
Issue direct or delayed commands and cancel pending events.
Automate AUTOEXEC.BAT with CHKTIME (compares the computer's
date- time with target date-times) and DSTIME (adjusts clock
for daylight savings time).
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 458
15.9 Movies & video tapes
Product: DiscTrak System
Author: Blam Entertainment Group, 613-591-7777
Version: 1.70 (07-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, free upgrades.
Look for: DT-170.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 209k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Home entertainment database capable of tracking LaserDiscs,
Compact Discs, Video Tapes, Cassette Tapes and Record Albums.
Limited only by the size of disk drive. This program will track
anything you can imagine and more. Easy to use, menu driven.
Fully configurable printer support. Search for a specific
song, star, director, or title. LaserDisc can track up to 999
Chapter Indexes & 99 Episodes. Compact discs can include up to
999 songs per disc. Includes interface for archive support.
Product: Movie Guide
Author: SANDD Software, 703-444-8655
Version: 3.0 (07-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Phone and mail support. Notification of
enhancements and other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MOVIEA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71160,3331 for assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
I now have a camcorder, recorded movies, TV shows and training
films, how can I keep track of all this information? Remember,
it must be FUN and POWERFUL. Movie Guide can help. It will
catalog your movies, show pictures, and play music.
Automatically tracks film history of the stars and directors,
and of course show any pictures or songs associated with them.
If you just want to track multimedia files, then select
'Multimedia Search' and you're done.
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Product: ORGANIZE! Your Video Tapes
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
upgrades, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: VIDEO527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialized database designed specifically for cataloging
video tapes (movies, TV shows & personal videos). Each
selection on a tape can be cataloged using up to 21 criteria -
all of which can be searched, cross referenced, sorted and
alphabetized. 3-D drop down menus and WYSIWYG screens make
this software straight forward and simple.
User definable reports let you print anything from index cards
to full page reports. Published by HomeCraft, the leader is
software for cataloging collections.
Product: Peronal Record Keeper
Author: Professional Automated Systems, 609-448-9299
Storage of personal and family information. See full
description on page 478.
Product: VIDEO BUFF
Author: CACHE MICROSYSTEMS, 805-549-0532
Version: 1.33 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM. Hard Disk
recommended.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: 1 yr. Tech Support.
Look for: VDBUF133.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 198k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Easy to use menu driven video tape organizer. Keep track of
your entire video collection. Unique features all the user to
find subjects, stars, costars quickly. Multiple recordings per
tape with tape position and recording. Several printer outputs
allows the user to print complete list of all video tapes,
individual video tapes. Print labels for tapes. Database Backup
is featured. 10 user defined fields.
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Product: Video Librarian
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 3.5s (02-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $34.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support,
discounts on other products.
Look for: VLB.ZIP on BBSs; VLB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance);
VLB35.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
L.TURNER1 for assistance).
Download size: 159k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full featured menu-driven database manager that catalogs video
libraries like no other. 14 database management functions
available from data entry screen. Holds 18 fields of
information about each title. Has very fast search and find
routines. Prints reports to the screen, printer or disk. Prints
labels on regular or custom labels for cassettes. Mouse
support, context sensitive help, moveable, re-sizeable browse/
find screens. Memo field for movie synopsis. Can hold 2 billion
titles.
Product: VIDEOCAT
Author: William A. Jackson
Version: 7.2 (07-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Includes programs for Windows
& OS/2 as well.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Next update is free. C source code
available on request.
Look for: VCAT72.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-856-7996 to download it at
no charge); VCAT72.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71571,1234 for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fully featured text-based program for cataloging videocassette
collections; designed for serious collectors and large
collections. Add, change, delete records, print labels and
listings, statistical reports. Classification categories can
be custom configured by user; record includes free-form text
comment field. Family API runs under DOS or OS/2. A Windows
compatible program is also included. May conflict with some
shells, popups and other TSRs.
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Product: VideoMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 8.00 (06-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: VIDM800.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); VIDMST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 244k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
To help User catalog their video tapes and assist User in
printing catalogs, standard and User customized listings and
labels for the spine and front of the tape. There are entries
for Tape Number, Title, Rating, Start Point, Star, CoStar,
three User defined entries and up to 5000 line Synopsis as well
as Category. User can find any tape by any field or
combination. The program can handle up to multiple titles on a
single tape, file only being limited by disk space. Great for
the home video buff!
15.10 Music
Product: ACCU Music Printer
Author: Kevin Fischer, 619-487-5461
Version: 2.1 (03-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Text editor or word processor
needed to enter music.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Receive next version on disk with printed
documentation; Support for registered/non-registered users;
Other registration plans available.
Look for: AC21MUSC.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-566-1745 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows the user to create their own sheet music. Musical notes
are entered via a user supplied text editor. The program then
will print this music out on the printer in traditional sheet
music format. The program supports Treble, Bass, Tenor, Alto,
and Soprano clefs. It has three modes of print quality for
normal printers and one mode for laser printers. A program to
transpose your music is also included. It can transpose by
half steps, change the key signature, etc.
Product: ALBUM KEEPER II
Author: CACHE MICROSYSTEMS, 805-549-0532
CD, Album Organizer. See full description on page 433.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 462
Product: AlbumMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Easily catalog your album collection. See full description on
page 433.
Product: CassetteMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
The best way to catalog your cassettes! See full description
on page 434.
Product: CDMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Helping You To *Master Your CD Collection. See full
description on page 435.
Product: Compact Disk Catalogue [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
Version: 1 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $18.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simple but effective package for maintaining fully documented
details of music CDs, LPs and Cassettes including full contents
of each album. A special "fast find" artists index makes your
collection even more manageable.
Product: LUDWIG
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.0 or better. VGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: LUDWIG.* on BBSs; LUDWIG.* on CompuServe in CIS:. forum
LIBrary 0; LUDWIG.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Editor for musical notes. Eight notes can sound
simultaneously. Five clefs available (including double-stave
for piano). Sharps, Flats and Naturals automatically inserted
where needed. Double Sharps and Double Flats available. Usage
of Function keys equal to WordPerfect.
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Product: Melissa's Music Flashcards
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Version: 2.0 (01-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. EGA monitor, Microsoft mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: FMSMMF.ZIP on BBSs; FMSMMF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Kids of all ages can learn to read music. You can set the type
of note that appears on the screen from flats to sharps. The
program will acknowledge if your choice is correct by smiling
at you or if your selection was wrong it will cry. The program
was written to add some fun to the drudgery of trying to learn
music. The program also includes a hint feature which shows the
correct key on the piano keyboard.
Product: MuziTrak System
Author: Blam Entertainment Group, 613-591-7777
Version: 1.20 (07-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, free upgrades.
Look for: MT-120.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 148k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compact Disc Cataloging Program. Easy to use, menu driven.
Search for any song title on any disc. Capable of tracking up
to 999 song titles per disc and their run times. Track artist,
title, recording label, year of release, distributor and
running time. Also presence of CD+Graphics, CD-Video, CD3,
AAD, DDD, etc. Fully configurable printer support for any
printer. Database archive support included.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your CDs & Records
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for CDs, LPs and tapes. See full description
on page 437.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Classical Music
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for classical music. See full description on
page 438.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Jazz Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system specifically for jazz. See full description
on page 439.
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Product: PIANOMAN
Author: Neil J. Rubenking
Version: 4.01 (02-08-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 160k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Disk with example tunes.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PMAN40.ARC on CompuServe
in ZNT:AFTERHOURS forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 72241,50
for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Turn your PC keyboard into an electronic piano! Play tunes on
the keyboard, then edit easily, with all commands available by
a single keystroke. Record 2-4 voices and merge them to get a
tune with harmony. Compile tunes to stand-alone programs that
now auto-synch themselves with processor speed. Play short
tunes in the background using Cove Software's SPKR.SYS. Many
example tunes available, created by the author and by third
parties.
Product: SoundMasterDb
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 2.01s (06-19-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $31.95
Registration benefits: Master disks, support, upgrade discounts,
discounts on other products,.
Look for: SND201.ZIP on BBSs; SND.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance);
SND201.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
L.TURNER1 for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Top rated audio librarian available. Handles all audio formats
(CD's Cassettes, Albums etc) through its relational database
design. Advanced data input/display screen stores an unlimited
number of songs per side. Nine reports that can be indexed 6
ways. Lists reports to screen, printer or disk. Quick FIND/
SEARCH on single or multiple fields. Features context sensitive
help, online manual, screen saver, mouse support and much more.
Product: SoundZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
The ULTIMATE Music Librarian. See full description on
page 442.
Product: ZideCar
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Home recorder utility for SoundZ. See full description on
page 444.
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15.11 Lottery
Product: Lotto Challenger [***]
Author: Data Solutions, 813-653-3093
Version: 3.7 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.50
Registration benefits: Master disks, up-to-date data file,
phone/newsletter support, product discounts.
Look for: LOTTOC37.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); LOTTOC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72356,354 for assistance).
Download size: 144k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Performs a statistical analysis of previous lotto drawings to
determine the best numbers to play. Includes 20 wheeling
systems that generate tickets from the numbers played.
Compares the numbers on the tickets to the numbers drawn to
determine which tickets are winners. A History option is
included that allows you to test different playing strategies.
Can be used with all Pick 5 and 6 lotteries, including the new
Powerball game.
Product: LOTTO PROPHET
Author: DataMicro, Inc, 813-629-7720
Version: 3.01 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, Upgrade opportunities,
Tech support, Reg.# replaces the "Unregistered" Comments.
Look for: PROPHET3.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-624-6129 to download it
at no charge); PROP30.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 71251,2123 for assistance);
PROPHET3.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
G.DAVIS13 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A lottery science statistical compiler - evaluator - the most
complete lottery software on the the market today. Can hold 60
lotteries. Update & Edit. Statistical reports:Frequently drawn
numbers, HOT numbers, Numbers appearing with other numbers,
numbers appearing in a certain month, Power/Due rating, Numbers
likely to follow the last draw. Doubles & Triples Reports.
Prints reports, graphs, charts, prophet cards. Stores player's
numbers and checks for winners.
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Product: Lotto Thunder [***]
Author: Charles P.Staats
Version: 1.2 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, newsletter
support.
Look for: LOTTOT.ZIP on BBSs; LOTTOT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72747,2474 for
assistance).
Download size: 413k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete lotto prediction and number systems program. Has
three completely different methods of predicting lotto numbers.
Wheel systems up to 54 numbers, multiple level predictions,
save predictions, scan for winners, scan for past performance,
auto and manual execution of prediction methods, no game limit.
Pull down menus, in-memory scanning, support for expanded
memory, support for PowerBall lotteries.
Product: LottoMATIC
Author: Custom Technologies, 904-871-5479
Version: 1.01B (03-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual, phone/fax/CompuServe
support, product discounts. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LOTTO.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76004,1543 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
LottoMATIC is a general purpose lottery gaming and tracking
program. Features include: Configurable for virtually any
state or national lottery, stores up to 30,000 plays, tracks
wins and prizes, generates numerous reports, three separate
guessing algorithms, data import, pull-down menus, online help,
pop-up calculator, colors, sound effects, much, much more!
Includes history files for Florida lottery (you can add your
own) and a complete manual.
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Product: Windows Lotto [***]
Author: Data Solutions, 813-653-3093
Version: 1.0 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 2MB RAM.
Registration fee: $35.95
Registration benefits: Master disks, up-to-date data file, bonus
utility, phone/newsletter support, product discounts.
Look for: WINLOT10.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); WINLOT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72356,354 for assistance).
Download size: 275k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features a comprehensive set of analysis tools for handicapping
lottery numbers. These tools include a Number Statistics
Chart, Drawing Summary Chart, Trend Chart, Hit or Miss Chart,
Number Sequence Chart, Repeating Pairs Chart and Repeating
Triples Chart.
A Quick Pick option picks the best numbers to play. Includes 24
wheeling systems. Context sensitive Help is available for all
menu items. Compatible with all Pick 5, 6 and 7 lotto games,
including the new Powerball game.
15.12 Personalities
Product: By the Numbers [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Personality analysis with Numerology. See full description on
page 445.
Product: WordZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.00 (07-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. IBM Graphics printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support.
Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: WORDZ200.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); WORDZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Ever wanted to keep track of jokes, stories, family history or
whatever and wanted an easy way to do it? WordZ to the rescue.
You can build up to 10 different chapters a page ata time. Even
has KeyWordZ to quick reference each page! All chapters have
seperate defaults for colour, drive, file name, and title. Each
chapter is also capable of having its own PassCode and
encryption! All profits from this program are being donated to
the American Cancer Society.
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Product: Your ESP Test [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test your ESP potential! See full description on page 448.
15.13 Planes, trains & automobiles
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder [***]
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Version: 13.1 (08-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 300k RAM. One 720k or larger
disk drive. Strongly recommended: 80286 computer, hard disk,
CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Mail support.
Look for: CAR131.ZIP on BBSs (call 513-274-0821 to download it at
no charge); CAR131.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71001,1370 for assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Operation, maintenance, and inspection logger and reminder for
vehicles and machines. Quick & easy to use, yet 100%
comprehensive & powerful. Has context-sensitive pop-up help
and a 45 p. manual. Reminders, reports, and graphs help you
operate reliably and economically. Detailed, printed logs add
value at resale time. Supports metric, foreign currencies,
multiple vehicles & machines. The best program of its class at
any price.
15.14 Scouting
Product: MERIT BADGE TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Version: 2.1 (12-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Mail support, limited toll free (800)
phone support.
Look for: MBTRAK.ZIP on BBSs; MBTRAK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOORS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 213k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu-driven program which stores a District or Council Merit
Badge Counselor roster and the specific Merit Badgesand/or any
other skills that a specific counselor is registered to
counsel. Program will generate an administrative Counselor
roster, a roster of Merit badges and Counselors (with address
and telephone number)to be distributed to units, and an annual
verification letter to each counselor.
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Product: PACK TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Version: 2.0 (05-31-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM, hard disk or high-
density floppy drive.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Mail support, limited tollfree (800)
phone support.
Look for: PAKTRK.ZIP on BBSs; PAKTRK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOORS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 287k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A menu-driven program which stores roster, advancement,atten-
dance, participation, Pack/Den offices, Activity Badges earned,
and training data. Produces Cub Scout and Scouter rosters, a
roster of Former Members, 3 type of mailing labels, an indi-
vidual record, Pack attendance summary, and an HONORS listing
for your next Pack Meeting. Supports up to 100 different
printers.
Product: SHIP TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.0 (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Mail support, limited toll free (800)
phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SHTRAK.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:OUTDOORS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 10014,2347
for assistance).
Download size: 216k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Stores Ship's roster, advancment data, participation data,
Ship's offices served, meetings attended, and all training
data. Generates Scout and Scouter rosters, roster of former
Ship's members, 3 types of mailing labels, an individual
records for each member, and an attendance summary for all
Scouts.
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Product: TRAINING TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.2 (03-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Mail support, limited toll free (800)
phone support.
Look for: TNGTRK.ZIP on BBSs; TRTRAK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOORS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 10014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 226k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Upon input of all unit data, all unit rosters, and the logging
of all Training Attendance Reports submitted to a Training
Chair, program will generate District Scouter rosters (Trained
and Untrained), a roster of former district Scouters with their
training status, 3 types of mailing labels, an individual
training records for each Scouter, a District Training Summary,
Unit Inventory of Training for each unit, a District Summary of
Trained Leaders, and a Training Status of Top Leaders report.
Product: TROOP TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine, 301-490-7104
Version: 2.2 (04-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Mail support, limited toll free (800)
phone support.
Look for: TRTRAK.ZIP on BBSs; TRTRAK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOORS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 309k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A menu-driven program which stores roster, advancement,
attendance, participation, Troop/Patrol offices, Merit Badges
earned, and training data. Produces Scout and Scouter rosters,
roster of Former Members, 3 type of mailing labels, an indi-
vidual record, an evaluation of advancement eligibility, an
evaluation of OA eligibility, Troop attendance summary, and an
HONORS listing for your next CoH.
15.15 Sports
Product: 3 ball Juggler
Author: First Magnitude, 513-436-0232
Juggling tutor and arcade-game like simulator. See full
description on page 505.
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Product: Diamond Data
Author: The Software Construction Co.
Version: 4.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: DDATA40.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-454-3864 to download it
at no charge); DDATA.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70313,3615 for assistance).
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Manipulate data for your league or team. 34 different
statistics are kept for each player. 9 more for each game
played. Databases can be merged to allow league totals,
lifetime stats, season totals, etc. depending on what info. is
stored in each DB. Great for helping generate that batting
order or awards for your team/league banquet!
A report generation facility allows sorting and filtering
(exclude players below a threshold) by any statistic and can
output to a file, disk, or printer.
Product: FFBALL
Author: Fly By Night Software
Version: 3.0 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk or high-
density floppy.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, CompuServe/America Online/
mail support, bonus data files, bonus schedules for 8-16 team
leagues, bonus adaptable rules set.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FFBALL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,274 for
assistance).
Download size: 335k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Everything you need to manage a fantasy football league using
the boxscores from your local paper. Includes data files to
track teams along with owner's names and addresses, trades and
financial transactions, weekly and seasonal schedules, point
totals and won-loss records, extensive online help facility.
Allows for unlimited number of teams and divisions. Relational
database allows for easy data entry with lookup tables.
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Product: FISHBYTE(tm)
Author: EJM Computer Consulting Ltd., 516-483-7561
Version: 1.2 (01-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk, CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: FISHBYTE.ZIP on BBSs (call 516-226-3727 to download it
at no charge); FISHBY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:OUTDOORS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76662,2772 for assistance).
Download size: 218k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This integrated fishing and Loran log program is specifically
designed for the salt water angler. This menu driven system
consists of three components. The fishing trip log provides a
fun and easy way to record all the important aspects of a day's
fishing. The Loran log can be used to organize your valuable
collection of Loran coordinates. The Utilities area includes a
moon phase display, a "Personal Best" search, and "Techniques"
where notes on various methods can be stored.
Product: FISHTIME
Author: C & E Associates
Version: 1.2 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Discounts on other products.
Look for: FSHNREGZ.EXE on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Predicts the most favorable times to hunt and fish based on the
position and phase of the moon as well as the time of day for
any location in the Continental United States. Produces a
graphical display of fishing conditions for the selected
date(s) or will display and print a list of prime hunting and
fishing times for the date(s) and location selected.
Product: LEANER
Author: MoonStone Software, 602-955-4266
Weight Control Charting & Motivation Program. See full
description on page 278.
Product: MARNAV
Author: C & E Associates
LORAN to Lat/Lon and vice versa data convert. See full
description on page 536.
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Product: ORGANIZE! Your Gun Collection
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging systems for guns. See full description on page 439.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Sports Cards
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for sports cards. See full description on
page 441.
Product: Personal Golf Tracker
Author: John L. Hancock
Version: 2.1 (07-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, after hours phone
support, and a printed manual for registered users.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PGT21.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72500,2272 for
assistance); PGT21.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or
contact userID J.L.HANCOCK for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keeps track of your golf scores and much more. It displays
your personal best on each course you play on a hole by hole
basis, keeps your average scores on par 3's par 4's and par 5's
as well as your averages for each nine and eighteen. Shows the
distribution of your scores to par, bogey, etc. Calculates nine
and eighteen hole handicaps and prints seven summaries of your
performance. Also lets you track of six statistics of your
choosing. Also useful for leagues.
Product: The Pool Manager
Author: American Systems
Version: 2.0 (08-05-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 1) Current season NFL Schedule on disk
2) Technical support via mail or Compuserve 3) SQRPOOL utility
program for running playoff pools 4) Latest version of the
program and discounted upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NFL.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72446,316 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Maintains all aspects of running a football pool or a pool for
any sport. 6 different customizable reports including
picksheet, standings, `What If?' scenarios, & everyone's picks.
You can configure the exact pool you want using the following
options:
1) Confidence Points or Wins & Losses only
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2) Use of a custom tiebreaker
3) Application of the pointspread
Keeps season long statistics for a group of up to 120
participants. An NFL schedule is available, but not required.
Fully menu driven.
Product: SOFF BALLS
Author: Computater Software, 608-271-1586
Version: 3.2 (11-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Will receive FREE Version 4.0 ; phone
support; mailed notification when major upgrades become
available!
Look for: SB32.ZIP on BBSs (call 608-849-5842 to download it at
no charge); SB32.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary
9 (or contact userID 73677,3450 for assistance).
Download size: 143k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Softball/Baseball record-keeping system for league or
individual teams. Keeps records for up to 20 teams. Reports
on team records, game scores, batting and pitching statistics,
and team standings. Computes statistics for selected games
(all games, first 7 league games, last 15 tournament games,
games 5 through 9, etc.). Displays and prints reports. Menu-
driven and very easy to use.
Product: SwimBase
Author: Words to Go, 301-855-6427
Version: 1.60 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: SWIMDB16.ZIP on BBSs; SWIMDB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76515,1510 for
assistance).
Download size: 198k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use, menu driven program to keep all the data
required for a swim team. The swimmers' personal data is stored
along with all event, meet and season results. Team rosters,
address lists, swimmer results, event results and meet results
are some of the reports that can be prepared. All event names,
event numbers and event scoring is user-definable. User
selectable age and event groups are available. Supports up to
511 swimmers per team and 256 events.
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15.15.1 Handicapping software
15.15.1.1 For other
Product: GOLFHCAP
Author: C & E Associates
Version: 2.0 (12-27-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Discounts on other software.
Look for: GOLFPAK.EXE on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 256k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Handles the tedious error prone task of calculating golfer's
handicaps and maintaining the related data for large groups of
golfers using the new slope system. In addition to calculating
the golfer's handicaps, the program prints the necessary
monthly reports, Handicap cards, membership lists, mailing
labels and score input forms.
15.16 Reading (and writing, too)
Product: Creativity Package [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Become more creative & improve your writing. See full
description on page 173.
Product: Poetry Generator [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Turn your computer into a poet! See full description on
page 173.
15.17 Software tools
15.17.1 For other
Product: CROSSWORD POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Make crossword puzzles from your words/clues. See full
description on page 515.
Product: DISASTER
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Interactive Disassembler 8086, 286, 386, V20. See full
description on page 352.
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15.18 Other
Product: Bannerific
Author: TexaSoft, 214-291-2115
Version: 1.1 (01-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: User registration, latest version, bonus
programs included.
Look for: BANNER.ZIP on BBSs; BANNER.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70721,3145 for
assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints Vertical or Horzontal banners on any printer.
Product: C.A.R.S.
Author: Cybernetic Software, 708-677-8358
The Complete Automobile Reporting System. See full description
on page 234.
Product: FlyMaster [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
Version: 2.3 (01-05-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $27.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A superb fly selection program for trout and salmon anglers.
Predicts the successful flies according to water, month,
temperature, wind and sky conditions. Anglers can add their
own local waters and input their own historical and current
data to further customise the system to their own requirements.
A truly unique application which brings the full power of
modern Information Technology to the traditional country
pursuit.
Product: Home Helper
Author: Torbert Data Systems, INC., 804-488-5506
Various useful routines for the home. See full description on
page 113.
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Product: THE INTERSTATE TRAVELER
Author: David E. Jacobson, 918-333-7563
Version: 1.1 (04-06-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM, EG monitor, hard
disk, floppy drive.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one free upgrade, six
months phone/mail support, bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 424k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Save time and money, plan your motor trips across the U.S. Each
day, you will select an origin city, each city and highway
junction along the way, and a destination. Include stops for
food, gas, rest, visits, and overnight stays. Produce a daily
itinerary and estimate of expenses. Display maps of forty
major US cities, including highways, points of interest,
population and weather information.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Fabrics (Sewing)
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk recommended.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
master disks, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: FABRC527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For people who sew this is the program that will help you keep
your fabrics and notions organized. Each fabric can be
organized using up to 21 criteria such as fabric type, color,
pattern, intended use when purchased, amount available and
more. All information you enter can be searched, cross
referenced and alphabetized. This software allows you to
quickly find what you need or to determine that you don't have
what you are looking for. Published by HomeCraft, the leader
in cataloging software.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Home
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Version: 5.27 (03-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
updates, newsletter support, bonus utilities.
Look for: HOME527.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A home and office inventory system that is great for insurance
records or for just help you keep track of what you own and
where it is located. Each item can be catorgized using up to
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21 lines of information plus a full screen free-form note pad.
A 10,000,000 entry capacity can handle the largest inventory.
3-D drop down menus put all of the features at your finger
tips. User definable reports print anything from labels to
full page reports. Search for, cross reference or alphabetize
any line.
Product: Peronal Record Keeper
Author: Professional Automated Systems, 609-448-9299
Version: 1.1 (09-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk and CGA monitor
strongly recommended.
Registration fee: $49.75
Registration benefits: Support from authors (other than
installation help); discounts on future versions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PRK.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPPS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71511,1717 for
assistance).
Download size: 278k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Allows you to store information in 14 different categories,
including home inventory, valuables, important documents,
medical data, family dates, entertainment catalog, tax data,
loan information, credit cards, tradespeople, etc. Each
category has an associated report. Full context-sensitive help,
very easy to use. Complete documentation is included on the
distribution diskette.
Product: Photographer's Friend [***]
Author: Eric Begbie
Version: 1.1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $18.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Superb record system for amateur, professional and freelance
photographers and writers. Enables a full record of
transparencies and negatives to be maintained with particulars
of subject, location, film type, filing details, etc. Also
Articles record for writers, directory of periodicals,
customers etc (with autodial) and inventory of cameras and
accessories.
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 479
Product: Poetry Star
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
AI poetry writing for entertainment, educ. See full
description on page 527.
Product: Quilt
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Create intriguing patterns/scrn saver option. See full
description on page 430.
Product: RR
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. VGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free upgrades.
Look for: RR.* on BBSs; RR.* on CompuServe in CIS:. forum LIBrary
0; RR.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draw a railroad pattern on the screen and watch trains ride
without colliding.
Product: STS26
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Space Shuttle Tracker. See full description on page 388.
Product: UDECIDE
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Decision analysis and what-if tool. See full description on
page 267.
Product: WORLD29 [***]
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Global Mapping/tracking Geography. See full description on
page 412.
Product: Your Numerologist
Author: Unique Software
Version: 1.03 (02-13-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $18.95
Registration benefits: Reduced rate upgrades; notification of
major upgrades; tech support by Fax and/or CompuServe Mail.
Look for: URNMBR.EXE on BBSs; URNMBR.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
assistance).
Download size: 78k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides you with a personalize "day at a glance" calendar
providing you with all the numerological data you need for each
day. And there's no need to wander through pages of
Chapter 15, "Home & hobby" 480
documentation, tables of content, and indexes to interpret your
numbers. Each calendar provides you with your
* personal year number
* yearly guideline
* personal month number
* guideline for month
* personal day number
* daily focus
Chapter 16, "Religion & philosophy" 481
Chapter 16
Religion & philosophy
See also: Home & hobby, Fortune telling & astrology (page 444).
16.1 The Bible
16.1.1 Bible programs
Product: SeedMaster
Author: White Harvest Software, Inc., 919-870-0775
Version: 2.1 (11-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Latest program version, notification of
updates/enhancements, printed manual, BBS and Voice Mail
Support.
Look for: SMDEMO.LZH on BBSs (call 919-846-2141 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 235k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
KJV Bible/Concordance. Copyrighted Bible texts avail from
author (NIV, RSV, Spanish, Greek NT). Up to 3 Bible texts side
by side. Interlinear option. Fast browsing. Bible books
selected by menu. Exhaustive word list. Searches can test word
order and case. * wildcard. Search words highlighted on screen/
printer. Store and merge searches (OR, AND, XOR, NOT). Search
statistics. Commentary lets you enter comments verse by verse.
Notepad. Grabber copies window text. Uses many CUA windowing
standards.
16.1.2 Bible text
Product: SeedMaster
Author: White Harvest Software, Inc., 919-870-0775
Bible Study/Concordance Program. See full description on
page 481.
16.2 Software for houses of worship
See also: Database applications (page 182).
Chapter 16, "Religion & philosophy" 482
Product: Church Membership Tracking Sys
Author: Torbert Data Systems, INC., 804-488-5506
Version: 3.0 (07-06-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard Disk.
Registration fee: $295.00
Registration benefits: Attractive 3 Ring manual, support BBS,
telephone support.
Look for: TDS BBS on BBSs (call 804-488-4146 to download it at no
charge); CMTS3*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9
(multiple files) (or contact userID 73747,2336 for assistance);
CMTS3*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files)
(or contact userID B.TORBERT for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
An exceptionally easy to use, full featured church management
system. Modules for membership, donations, attendance,
visitation and a powerful fund accounting general ledger system
are included. Maintains all membership and financial
information of a church, either large or small. This is also
an excellent program for other non-profit organizations. The
program is well supported by the author and frequently updated.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Books/Magazines
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for books & magazines. See full description
on page 437.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your CDs & Records
Author: HomeCraft Software, 503-692-3732
Cataloging system for CDs, LPs and tapes. See full description
on page 437.
Product: ProDev*MEMBER
Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 2.0 (04-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $55.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, one year of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PDMEM?.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72617,1266 for assistance).
Download size: 287k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tracks address, children, attendance, giving, jobs, talents and
any information for anyone walking in the church door. Allows
fast posting of giving and attendance. Unlimited text notes
window per member with search features. Many reports,
statements, labels and rotary file card runs with very flexible
filtering. F1 Help and very low cost.
Chapter 16, "Religion & philosophy" 483
16.3 New age/occult
Product: Book of Changes [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
I CHING fortunes and philosophy. See full description on
page 444.
Product: By the Numbers [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Personality analysis with Numerology. See full description on
page 445.
Product: Fortune Teller [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
7 ways to tell fortunes, plus ESP test. See full description
on page 446.
Product: Geomancy [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.5 (07-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: GEO*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it at
no charge); GEO*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is an ancient system of divination, sometimes associated
with black magic. Originally based on stones tossed in a
circle, modern Geomancy uses your selection of dot patterns to
create an Astro-Geomantic chart and answer your questions.
Provides an explanation of Geomantic figures. Readings can be
saved, edited, printed.
Product: Mayan Calendar [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Converts Mayan/modern calendar dates. See full description on
page 446.
Product: Personal Tarot [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Fortune telling with Tarot cards. See full description on
page 447.
Product: Richard Webster's Aura Reading [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Learn to read auras! See full description on page 447.
Product: Richard Webster's Numerology [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Understand personalities with numbers! See full description on
page 448.
Chapter 16, "Religion & philosophy" 484
Product: Your ESP Test [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test your ESP potential! See full description on page 448.
16.4 Philosophy
Product: Parables & Parabolas [***]
Author: Niche Software
Value Training Kit for teenagers. See full description on
page 387.
16.4.1 Metaphysics
Product: Book of Changes [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
I CHING fortunes and philosophy. See full description on
page 444.
Product: By the Numbers [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Personality analysis with Numerology. See full description on
page 445.
Product: Fortune Teller [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
7 ways to tell fortunes, plus ESP test. See full description
on page 446.
Product: Geomancy [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Ancient system of divination with black magic. See full
description on page 483.
Product: Personal Tarot [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Fortune telling with Tarot cards. See full description on
page 447.
Product: Richard Webster's Aura Reading [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Learn to read auras! See full description on page 447.
Product: Richard Webster's Numerology [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Understand personalities with numbers! See full description on
page 448.
Product: Your ESP Test [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test your ESP potential! See full description on page 448.
Chapter 16, "Religion & philosophy" 485
16.5 Software tools
16.5.1 For other
Product: CHRONOS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 408.
Chapter 17, "Games" 486
Chapter 17
Games
See also: Home & hobby, Lottery (page 464).
17.1 Practical jokes
Product: Curses! [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Creative insult generator. See full description on page 488.
Product: Hard at Work [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.3 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: HAW.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2290 to download it at no
charge); HAW14.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This cutie ties up your computer with a Very Important (but
imaginary) task so you can take a break. When you start Hard At
Work, it selects one of 7 routines at random. You can pick your
favorite job by pressing the appropriate function key. The
activity on screen looks too important to be interrupted. If
someone tries to stop the action with ESC or CTRL-C, a DANGER
message pops up, and a tone alerts you. The process continues
until you want to stop it.
Product: LoveDOS [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.4 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: LOVEDOS.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0050 to download it
at no charge); LOVE*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Unlike practical joke programs that take over the DOS prompt
and insult you, this uncooperative program drowns you with love
and affection! It responds intelligently to many DOS commands
and has a repertoire of friendly comments.
Chapter 17, "Games" 487
Product: NAG [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.0 (08-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: NAG.EXE on BBSs (call 813-751-2096 to download it at no
charge); NAG.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Away from home? Miss yourr parents? Let NAG help! NAG says what
they'd say, if only there were here! Clean up your room, sit up
straight, drink your milk -- all those little reminders you
just can't live without. Put NAG in a friend's AUTOEXEC.BAT
file to show how much you care!
17.2 Jokes & humor
Product: Babble!
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Creativity tool for writers. See full description on page 172.
Product: Crystal Ball [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Humorous computerized psychic. See full description on
page 445.
Product: Hard at Work [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
You take a break while the computer "works" See full
description on page 486.
Product: LoveDOS [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
The computer falls in love with you. See full description on
page 486.
Product: Message-A-Day
Author: Sensation Software
Provides Inspirational,Humorous Message daily. See full
description on page 488.
Product: NAG [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Nag says what they'd say if they were here! See full
description on page 486.
Chapter 17, "Games" 488
17.3 Sayings & stories
Product: Curses! [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 2.2 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support.
Look for: CURSE*.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-751-2096 to download it at
no charge); CURS*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary
8 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A humorous, creative "insult generator" with a different twist.
A single keystroke switches from insults to compliments!
Phrases are randomly generated from your vivid vocabulary. You
control the contents, so the program can generate descriptive
phrases on any subject.
Product: FormGen Utility Pak #1
Author: FormGen Corp., 416-857-4141
Super useful DOS utility kit. See full description on page 31.
Product: Message-A-Day
Author: Sensation Software
Version: 1.1 (04-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, one year of
support, bonus messages.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MSGDAY.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:? forum LIBrary 0; MSGDAY.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Start your day with the perfect message. Each day you're
greeted with an inspirational, humorous, or Murphy's law
message from many famous people. You can enter your own
messages as a reminder of your personal goals. Can also make
you aware of events which happened on that day in history. This
non-memory resident program comes with user-definable
parameters and is easy to install. Look forward to each day.
Product: NAG [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Nag says what they'd say if they were here! See full
description on page 486.
Chapter 17, "Games" 489
17.4 Board games
17.4.1 Mahjong
Product: Mah Jongg--Solitaire
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 3.51 (08-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA, VGA or Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, utilities, additional tile
sets.
Look for: MAHJNG35.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); MAHJ35.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 146k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A highly addictive solitaire game played with colorful Chinese
tiles. The challenge is to remove all the tiles from the
playing surface. It sounds easy to play (and it is), but
winning is always a challenge. The game supports EGA, VGA and
Hercules graphics, mouse or keyboard input. Now also supports
loadable tile sets (one extra set included) as well as an
editor with which players can create their own tiles.
Product: Solitile
Author: Everett Kaser Software, 503-928-5259
Version: 3.3 (03-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: SOLTIL33.ZIP on BBSs; SOLTIL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70673,1547 for
assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A game of removing all of the tiles. Includes two tilesets and
many different layouts, a tileset editor and a layout editor
for creating your own tilesets and layouts. 3 Accessory Disks
available with many more tilesets, layouts, music files, and
.GIF background pictures. Users say, "It's addicting!", "It's
better than the commercial game Shanghai.", "Beautiful
graphics!"
Chapter 17, "Games" 490
17.4.2 Other
Product: Chinese Checkers
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc., 800-767-1978
Version: 1.3 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Registered version takes 100K less disk
space. Discounts on other products.
Look for: CC13.ZIP on BBSs (call 505-275-9697 to download it at
no charge); CC13.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 70632,1177 for assistance).
Download size: 153k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An animated graphics board game for up to six computer or human
players. Faithful to the original board game, the graphics are
so realistic the marbles seem to jump off the screen! Each
player is represented by an animated icon: a snapping red
dragon, a roaring yellow tiger, a green praying mantis, a
turquoise peacock, a blowing blue wind, and an unfolding purple
iris. You never have to put the board away, and you won't lose
a marble again!
Product: OutFox
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 2.1 (10-19-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: OUTFOX.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 66k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Try to "Out Fox" the fox in this computerized version of "Fox
and Hounds". Keep the fox at bay so he can't reach safety. The
object is to surround the fox so it can't move. The fences,
trees, hedges, and rocks will help. Look out for the rocks
though. When the fox feels cornered or gets confused, they
move and sometimes plop down on a hound.
Chapter 17, "Games" 491
Product: Pallanda
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.6 (01-27-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: PALLANDA.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 124k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a game for the "little people", styled somewhat like
Candy Land with surprise drawings along the way. You must get
to the center by moving to the closest matching color. There's
enough strategy and luck to make it fun for Dad and Mom. Prince
Pallanda can be included as one of the four players. The name
comes from 'Pal Land' where everyone plays happily together and
King Pallanda ensures everyone plays fair. Even youngsters
that aren't reading yet can learn to play well.
Product: TriAxis
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 2.1 (01-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: TRIAXIS.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
You are on an island composed of hexagonal bio-zones with
different terrain. Survival in TriAxis depends on how well you
use the environment and control your population. This
challenging game is for two to six players and the computer can
also play. Game play is a cross between chinese checkers and
regular checkers except smaller populations cannot capture
larger ones. "Harvest" and "Famine" add Mother Nature's whims.
Chapter 17, "Games" 492
17.5 Arcade games
Product: AxTrons
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.0 (02-17-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: AXTRONS.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 58k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Eliminate your opponents by setting traps and direct combat
based on your energy level. Try to collect as many of the
power coins thrown by the crowd at the arena as you can. The
ClyAxistrons are good trackers, so stay out of their way - if
you can. There's an extra prize for registered players with
really high scores.
Product: CleanUp
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 2.1 (11-02-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: CLEANUP.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Clean up the gold stars without hitting a barrier or your own
trail. It takes strategy and skill to avoid blocking your own
path. If you've been a Tandy TRS-80 user, you may recognize
"NIM" at the end of each game. Keeps track of the top ten game
scores and will monitor play time so two players can compete.
Scores are based on how fast and efficiently you can "drive the
little car". The author will send you a free game disk if you
can beat the score mentioned in the DOC file.
Chapter 17, "Games" 493
Product: Dueling Dragons
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.0 (02-02-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: DRAGONS.TXT on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Wrap your dragon around the opposing dragon so it can't move
long enough to be declared the winner. You also have to avoid
getting wrapped up in your own tail. You can compete with a
friend or the computer. Scoring is based on how fast you can
pin your opponent and how many moves you can make during the
pin. The <Tab> key will let you speed up or slow down the
action.
Product: Gopher's Garden
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.1 (06-17-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: GARDEN.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 59k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
There's trouble in the garden! You are in the midst of a
gopher invasion and they're tearing up the place. You must
find the pesky critters and get rid of them before they eat all
of your flowers. It isn't easy because you can't actually see
them. All you see is the flowers disappearing and an
occasional mound of dirt. While trying to catch them be
careful to avoid crushing your own flowers. Mouse support is
provided as an automatic option.
Chapter 17, "Games" 494
Product: HowTwo
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 2.1 (02-05-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: HOWTWO.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 66k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A build-it game. You must collect all of the robot part boxes
in the 10-story building and take them to the laboratory for
assembly. Watch your battery supply. If you don't have enough
power to run the elevator and lifts, you can get stranded. The
elevator and lifts sometimes need repairing so they work
reliably. Look out for the berserk Stock Clerk Robot. It
takes boxes to its attic stockroom and raids the batteries.
Product: HUGO III, JUNGLE OF DOOM!
Author: Gray Design Associates
EGA 3-D GRAPHICS ADVENTURE GAME. See full description on
page 511.
Product: Jewel Thief
Author: ServantWare, 313-741-1711
Version: 1.3 (05-25-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Mouse, EGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Receive code for removing shareware
screen.
Look for: JWLTHF.ZIP on BBSs (call 313-663-4173 to download it at
no charge); JWLTHF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINADV forum
LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 76636,1166 for assistance).
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This exciting Windows lets you visit exotic places and collect
jewels while avoiding restless natives. Three speed levels,
high scores, accelerators, and pause options. A top notch
Windows program that integrates excellent use of graphics and
animation.
Chapter 17, "Games" 495
Product: MaxMan
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.2 (05-28-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest version, free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: MAXMAN.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 44k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Similar to PAC-MAN, but with innovative additions that make
this arcade game even more enjoyable. In MaxMan, you start out
as a skinny guy. When you get one of the magic apples, you
gain sufficient energy to change shape and destroy green
gremlins for a while. You lose strength for each step you
take. If one of the gremlins gets you, your ghost may turn
into what I call a Grim Reaper.
Product: Pascal Robots (P-ROBOTS)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Version: 2.2 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, more robots, bonus
utilities.
Look for: P-ROBT22.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-271-0558 to download it
at no charge); P-ROB2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73435,1277 for assistance); P-
ROBT21.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
D.MALMBERG for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a game based on programming in Pascal. The objective
is to design and program a robot that can triumph over similar
robots designed by others in a real-time battle of wits and
flying missiles. An excellent way for the novice programmer to
sharpen skills and have fun at the same time. For the
experienced programmer, it offers a chance to see/prove just
how well you program in an environment where "bad" code can
lead to graphic defeat.
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Product: Shooting Gallery
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 2.3 (12-16-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. VGA monitor; mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: SHOOTG23.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); SHOT23.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 118k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An action/arcade game which uses 256 color MCGA graphics mode.
Seven rounds of play are included, with different targets and
objectives on each round. Includes practice mode, high score
hall of fame, extensive statistics, etc.
Product: Snarf
Author: Everett Kaser Software, 503-928-5259
Version: 2.51 (02-23-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: SNARF251.ZIP on BBSs; SNARF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70673,1547 for
assistance).
Download size: 76k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a game of picking up treasures and keys, unlocking
locks, navigating maze-like levels while avoiding the nasty,
sneaky, snivelling Snarfs! There's teleports and First-Aid
stations, rings and crowns. You run, you shoot. A game for
the nimble-fingered. Includes a "level" editor that allows you
to add your own new levels. The game currently has over 50
levels.
Product: Spider Web
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.4 (03-04-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: SPIDER.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 63k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A crazy exercise, with a mouse or joystick, in which you must
spin a web to catch all of the flies before they over-populate.
The most effective web, although you can make it anyway you
want, looks like the ones a real garden spider spins. The best
scores are achieved by keeping the number of flies trimmed to a
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small number and playing for as long as possible. Webs can
also be spun with just the cursor keys.
Product: Spin Wall
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.6 (05-28-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: SPINWALL.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 56k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
In this colorful maze game, you are a ghost who can walk
through walls matching the colors of the magic keys you can
collect. At first, all of the walls are solid. Pressing the
"SPIN" key makes the corners of the walls spin at random, to
open different doorways. Each spin costs one of the gems you
must collect. Bumping solid walls or knocking over paint cans
costs extra points. The object is to maneuver through the
maze, collect keys and gems, and get to the winners circle in
the fewest steps.
Product: SuperFly
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.1 (10-29-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, set of hints.
Look for: SFLY11.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it at
no charge); SFLY11.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 79k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An all new action game by Nels Anderson, author of Mah Jongg,
EGATrek, etc. Uses hi-res graphics mode and requires an EGA or
VGA card to play. Chase the flies and other insect invaders
through 20 different rounds. Includes 3 levels of difficulty,
shell to DOS, high score hall of fame, etc. Use mouse,
joystick or keyboard to play.
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Product: TiltMaze
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.1 (10-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: TILTMAZE.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 66k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Get as many balls into the center as you can. It's not easy,
when you "tilt" the maze with the cursor keys, all of the balls
start rolling in the same direction. The bigger the tilt the
faster they roll. Oh! You also have to keep the balls from
getting zapped by one of the electric grids. If you have an
ASCII text editor, you can redesign the maze.
Product: Volcano Hunter
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Save the city from the Volcano Druts. See full description on
page 512.
Product: Vortex
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.2 (04-06-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: VORTEX.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How tornadoes pick up and drop things inspired Vortex. The
idea is to trap as many of the tornadoes as possible. Each
tornado picks up and drops blocks at random and can set others
free. They can only carry one at a time but you can pick up
three. The color density of the cursor increases each time you
pick up a block. If you have one or more blocks and are not
moving you are safe. Otherwise, if a tornado catches you, it
will pick YOU up and the game ends.
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Product: ZZT Arcade-Adventure Game
Author: Potomac Computer Systems
Version: 3.0 (06-10-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: Bonus "Caves of ZZT" world + Game hints +
ZZT Newsletter.
Look for: EXEC PC on BBSs; ZZT30.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70451,633 for assistance);
ZZT.ZIP on GEnie in GAMES RT forum LIBrary 6.
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A much-improved version of the 1991 arcade-adventure game hit
that took the gaming world by storm! Over 10,000 players have
battled the tantalizing monsters and pondered the synthetic
puzzles occupying the 36 rooms in Town of ZZT.
Tests your brain power as well as your reflexes and is very
entertaining for novices and pros alike. Includes a full game
editor so you can create your own complete ZZT worlds.
st
A Four-part epic series. Shareware version contains the 1
world & ZZT editor.
17.6 Card games
Product: BlackJack!
Author: Glencoe Computing, 314-458-2863
Version: 2.30d (05-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. EGA or Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $34.99
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, support.
Look for: BJ-230.EXE on BBSs; BJ-230.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72416,1362 for
assistance).
Download size: 168k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An accurate simulation of the game Blackjack as played in
American and foreign casinos. Splitting, double-down, insurance
and surrender are all supported. Completely adaptable to any
system of play. User defined count based and progressive
wagering systems. Thorough documentation, sophisticated
practice drills, and error tracking help the user reach any
level of expertise. In the words of hundreds of satisfied
users - The Best I've Ever Seen -. Super high quality
graphics.
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Product: BridgePal
Author: WR Software, 510-930-0369
Version: 2.02 (04-29-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $9.95
Registration benefits: Master disks, bonus programs.
Look for: BPAL202.ZIP on BBSs (call 510-937-0156 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Deals random hands and lets you bid and play any way you wish.
Help features for beginners: optional hand point count,
optional recommended bid. Two player options let you compete on
the same hands with another player. Best hand option to
increase offensive practice. Replay any hand at any time for
interesting/chalenging hands. Rotate hands to play from the
other teams perspective.
Product: Hearts
Author: CareWare, 916-477-6024
Version: 6c (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HEART6.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Featured in COMPUTE! magazine and is acclaimed by many users to
be the best Hearts game they have experienced. You try your
luck against three computer players with control over several
users options. Offers full mouse support, ease of play and fun
for the whole family.
Product: MEMORY
Author: Jimmy Paris Software, 804-295-5496
Version: 3.0 (05-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited support.
Look for: MEMORY.ZIP on BBSs; MEMORY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNET forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70242,1114 for
assistance).
Download size: 16k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a computer version of the card game of Concentration. A
deck of 56 cards is lied out face down. You try to match cards.
There are 13 double pairs and two single. The default cards are
animals, but you can supply your own and call them in from a
directory. Up to four people can play. The game was written for
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7 and 8 year old children and is useful in helping them learn
to read .
Product: Mille French Card Game
Author: Unique Software
Version: 1.2 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Reduced rate upgrades; notification of
major upgrades; tech support by Fax and/or CompuServe Mail.
Look for: MILLE12.EXE on BBSs; MILLE1.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
assistance).
Download size: 93k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 100% CGA graphics game of the popular French card game Mille
Bournes. Complete interactive instuctions can be chosen before
the start of the game. If you're tired of card games of
"telling" you your hand, this is the game you've been looking
for! Single Player Version.
17.6.1 Poker
Product: EM Poker Solitaire
Author: EM Software
EGA solitaire card game. See full description on page 502.
17.6.2 Solitaire
Product: Calculation Solitaire
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.12 (12-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: Disk, printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CLCSOL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,2164 for
assistance).
Download size: 71k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A solitaire card game for Windows 3.0. Skill plays an important
part in this game. Features: Card-Dragging, Skill Levels, Top
Scores, Undo, On-Screen Hints, Changing Card Backs, and more.
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Product: Canfield For Windows
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.01 (01-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: Disk, printed manual.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CANFLD.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,2164 for
assistance).
Download size: 103k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
From the author of ZiPaper and Calculation Solitaire comes a
new Windows solitaire card game. One beta tester said: "You
have the best computer card program that I've ever tried." Give
it a try and decide for yourself. Tons of bells and whistles,
including the ability to cheat!
Product: EM Klondike
Author: EM Software
Version: 3.01 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor, 384K RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and latest version on
disk.
Look for: KLONDK30.ZIP on BBSs (call 209-683-2084 to download it
at no charge); KLDK30.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMJR forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 73300,267 for assistance);
KLONDK30.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact
userID E.MARTINS for assistance).
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Outstanding implementation of the classic solitaire game. Great
EGA graphics, sound, three variations, mouse support, Top Ten
lists. "You can look at a lot of shareware card ganes, but I
doubt you'll find one that tops EM Klondike in any respect." -
Dr. File Finder's Guide to Shareware, Osborne-McGraw Hill,
1990. "Klondike from EM Software shows a level of
professionalism in design and implementation that surpasses
much commercial software." - Barry Brenesal, PC Sources, May
1991.
Product: EM Poker Solitaire
Author: EM Software
Version: 2.0 (05-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor, 384K RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Latest version on disk, printed manual.
Look for: PKRSOL20.ZIP on BBSs (call 209-683-2084 to download it
at no charge); PSOL20.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 73300,267 for assistance);
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PKRSOL20.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact
userID E.MARTINS for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Great solitaire card game. Place cards one by one on a 5x5
grid; score each row and column as a Poker hand. Excellent EGA
graphics, music, mouse support, three variations, two scoring
systems, Top Ten lists, the works! From the same author of EM
Klondike and EM Pyramid. If you like solitaire card games, give
this one a try! "Poker Solitaire has me hooked - just as your
Klondike did!" - Ed Rochelle, Dix Hills, NY.
Product: EM Pyramid
Author: EM Software
Version: 1.07 (05-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor, 384K RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Latest version on disk and printed
manual.
Look for: PYRMID10.ZIP on BBSs (call 209-683-2084 to download it
at no charge); PYRD10.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 73300,267 for assistance);
PYRMID10.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact
userID E.MARTINS for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Great EGA solitaire card game. Clear the pyramid by removing
pairs of cards that total thirteen. Outstanding EGA graphics,
music, mouse support, Top Ten lists. Tournament play against
another play or the computer. From the same author of EM
Klondike. "I thought it would be impossible to outdo Klondike!"
- David Hardy, San Francisco, CA. "One of the most fascinating
games for the computer." - Robert Van Dyke, Lancaster, OH.
Product: PATIENCE 10
Author: CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software, 817-249-0821
Version: 3.31 (06-11-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Printed documentation; upgrade notices;
mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 10 popular solitaire games all run from a
single menu. The games include Accordion, Canfield, Dimaryp,
Eliminate, Golf, Klondike, Nestor, Pyramid, Stacker, and Vegas.
Each game features its own best scores table. Best scores are
determined using everything from cards remaining and mistakes
made to the time it took to play. Documentation covers rules
and strategies for all ten games. Customer color setup is
provided and a mouse is fully supported. Addictive!
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17.7 Non-card games
Product: BRAINdead2
Author: Michael Donat, 501-442-0301
Version: 1.00 (09-04-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor (must have 640x350
resolution capability).
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Include an extra $5 for latest version on
disk.
Look for: BD2.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 51k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features two distinct games in a single program - a hidden tile
match game that tests memory skills and a visible tile match
game that pits the player against the clock. Tile contents may
be set to numbers, letters or colors for matching. Mouse or
keyboard control is provided.
The game was originally written because there are so few PC
games that our five year old could play without help. Kids do
really well! As for adults - the name says it all.
Product: DTQ
Author: Roger D Hamilton, +44-320 51282
Memory Game for adults/children & typing aid. See full
description on page 526.
17.7.1 Solitaire
Product: Tile Match
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.0 (04-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, additional tile sets,
background pictures.
Look for: TMATCH10.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); TMATCH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A colorful variation of concentration solitaire (also known as
memory) played with tiles. Includes many play options for a
single player, or can be played by 2 to 4 players or by a
single player against the computer. Multiple difficulty levels
and scoring options. Uses the same tile sets as Mah Jongg
solitaire and includes the TileMaker tile editing utility for
users to create their own tiles.
Chapter 17, "Games" 505
17.8 Casino games
Product: BlackJack!
Author: Glencoe Computing, 314-458-2863
Simulation of Blackjack - Great learning aid. See full
description on page 499.
17.9 War games
Product: RoDrones
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.2 (02-04-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: RODRONE.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a challenging game in which you must think in three-
dimensions to succeed. You must position your Robot Drones
close enough to the intruders in your space sector to destroy
them when they are "fired". After positioning, the RoDrones
will report their distance to any intruders. For advanced
play, the game will print a graph you can use with a compass to
help calculate the intruder positions.
17.10 Simulators
Product: 3 ball Juggler
Author: First Magnitude, 513-436-0232
Version: 1.13 (12-08-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Disk with latest version, additional
illustrated material, discount on 5 ball version, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; JUGLE3.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76170,2251 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Program uses high resoultion animated graphics to teach three
ball juggling. Complete lessons are provided from introduction
through several tricks. A game section is included that
simulates juggling with arcade-game like action. Three levels
of play are provided. The easy level can be mastered in
minutes. The hard level involves performing "tricks" and is
very challenging.
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Product: MAZE3
Author: Stiller Research, 904-575-7884
Version: 3.0.6 (01-19-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $12.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MAZ3.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72571,3352 for
assistance).
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows you to create a unigue maze of any size and then explore
it. You see realistic 3D views of the interior of the maze.
Maze provides advanced pallete switching graphics for EGA/VGA
adpaters but Maze will even work on non-graphics adapters in a
special character graphics mode. You explore the maze using a
compass and dropping markers to find your way. You may print a
complete map of the maze when you quit or find your way out of
the maze.
Product: PC-HAM
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
HAM logging, contest and SS game simulation. See full
description on page 452.
Product: WALL STREET RAIDER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Stock market / corporate takeover simulation. See full
description on page 524.
17.10.1 Sports
Product: Bass Class
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3042
Version: 1.2 (03-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Newest version sent. Unlimited CIS/phone/
mail and BBS support.
Look for: BASSCL12.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); BASSCL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 176k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fishing game and a whole lot more. Lots of on-screen help
with your fishing. There's even an on-screen glossary of
fishing terms. It has a great user interface. Comes with six
new lakes to fish that are BassTour compatible. Other lakes are
available from the author. With this game you can actually
learn how to fish for bass while having fun while you play. If
you're already a fishing fanatic, you can use it to hone your
skills! Full mouse support too.
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Product: BassTour
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3042
Version: 4.5 (03-26-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA or Hercules
monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Newest version sent. Unlimited phone,
CIS, mail, and BBS support.
Look for: BASSTR45.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); BASSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 158k (about 12 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The ULTIMATE fishing game. You'll fish a three day tournament
against 30 of the top names in bass fishing. You'll do it in a
fully rigged bass boat. You've got six different fishing rods
and over 2300 lure/color combinations. The boat has a trolling
motor, a powerful outboard motor, various emergency and safety
devices and even an on-screen LCD fish finder. Comes with six
different lakes to fish (others are available from the author)
and provides mouse support.
Product: FFBALL
Author: Fly By Night Software
Fantasy Football League Manager. See full description on
page 471.
Product: FIELD GENERAL
Author: rbm software, 512-388-0830
Version: 5.1 (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 580k RAM, hard disk, CGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $24.98
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited mail support.
Look for: FTBALL51.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call
512-837-0953 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 420k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
61 offensive & 17 defensive plays producing over 37,000
possible results, auto. or manual play, real-time game clock &
play clock, 2-pt. conversions, weather elements, turnovers,
penalties, angle punts, fake punts & field goals, onside &
squib kicks, blocked kicks, QB traps, time outs, no-huddle
offense simulation, instant replay feature, American/
International rules, EXTENSIVE set of game stats & records,
All-Time Game Records, Ground Ball play, Tendency Tracking
System, and much, MUCH more!
Chapter 17, "Games" 508
17.11 Star Trek & Star Wars
Product: EGATrek
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 3.0 (01-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: EGATRK30.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); EGAT30.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 116k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A colorful, hi-res version of the classic computer game. The
player is put in control of a powerful starship in a battle to
save the universe. The computer screen simulates the captain's
command console with scanners, messages, damage control and
even a view outside the ship. Score is based on the time needed
to complete the mission with bonuses for rescues, ships
destroyed, etc. Supports only EGA graphics.
Product: STARTREK the Computer Program
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 1.00 (05-25-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: support, free upgrades.
Look for: TREKBOOK on BBSs (call 301-593 9067 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The techniques used in writing a good game are the same that
programmers use in professional activities. Writing a good game
poses a challenge that allows you to develop good habits and
techniques for programming and also allows you to learn a
language in an interesting manner.
This product teaches the techniques for writing such a game
using the STARTREK game as an example, and BASIC as the
programming language in which to write the code.
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Product: Super StarTrek
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 5.5 (01-12-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: SUPRTREK.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 102k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A strategy game that's similar to the public domain version of
"STARTREK" but with sophisticated differences. If you like
Star Trek, you'll really like this one! Don't forget to set
your shields right after signing on as Captain of the
Enterprise. The Klingons won't wait to fire. You'll hear
lot's of sound while you control the fate of the Enterprise in
your sector of the Galaxy. You are given a fixed amount of
time to explore, find, and destroy all of the Klingon ships.
Product: TYPE TREK
Author: Tea Time Software, 513-523-3830
Typing tutorial in Star Trek game format. See full description
on page 400.
17.12 Trivia
Product: Computer Trivia Quiz
Author: Shoestring Software
A learning game to enhance Computer Literacy. See full
description on page 394.
Product: I.Q. Challenge [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.3 (06-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed instructions, master disks, 900
number/CompuServe/newsletter/mail support, bonus game.
Look for: IQ.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-349-0355 to download it at no
charge); IQ*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compete against yourself or others in 5 categories of
knowledge. Your choice of 3 levels of play determines speed and
points earned. Each player can print a certificate of
achievement and could be listed as a Genuine Genius!
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Product: the last word
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Version: 1.00 (11-25-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Minimum 90 days phone/BBS/mail support.
Disk with additional questions and registration number to
eliminate reminder screen. Coupon for discount on other author
products.
Look for: LWORD100.ZIP on BBSs; LW100.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72561,2637 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A quotations trivia game in which 1 to 4 players compete
against each other and their own high scores in identifying the
source of quotations and completing partial quotes. Most
answers are entered free-form and are matched against a set of
acceptable responses by a sophisticated pattern-recognition
algorithm and, thus, the program is very forgiving when it
comes to misspelled or abbreviated answers. The user can
customize settings such as typing time for each player.
17.13 Adventure
Product: Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Version: 1.35 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support, bonus
games.
Look for: AGT135.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 606-271-0558
to download it at no charge); AGT135.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73435,1277 for assistance); AGT135.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum
LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact userID D.MALMBERG for
assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Enables you to create and play your own text adventure games.
Once created, your adventures can be played and enjoyed by
others. Games can be big (200 locations, 100's of objects,
people, creatures), sophisticated (500 or more word vocabulary,
full-sentence parser) and very professional (numerous reviewers
have likened AGT games to those from INFOCOM). Comes with a
dozen sample games (including Colossal Cave) and extensive
documentation.
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Product: First Expedition
Author: Steve Englestad
Version: 4.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $23.90
Registration benefits: Published charts, hint/background story
book, protractor, technical support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
An extensive story-telling adventure. Navigate by night stars.
Day and night phases with fog, storm, pirates and friendly
craft, sea beasts and islands rising over the horizon. First
person perspective while at sea Medical kits restore health.
Survey missiles to scan area around you. Search through mazes.
Watch out for Biobotic robots. You are accompanied on your
quest by a First Mate who 'talks' to you with suggestions and
warnings. Tongue in cheek humor.
Product: HUGO III, JUNGLE OF DOOM!
Author: Gray Design Associates
Version: 1.1 (04-06-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Hint booklet, automatic playback file,
special offer on trilogy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HUGO3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73607,2105 for
assistance).
Download size: 550k (about 41 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The final episode in the hugely popular trilogy of colorful 3-D
animated EGA adventure games. It features spectacular full
screen graphics, a new "turbo" button and built-in hints. Will
HUGO outwit the evil Witch Doctor, find the mysterious Pool of
Life and finally beat his arch-enemy the old man? You bet, and
much more besides!
Product: Humongous Cave Adventure
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Version: 1.5 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed "walk-thru" solution or master
disks.
Look for: H-CAVE15.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-271-0558 to download it
at no charge); H-CAV1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73435,1277 for assistance); H-
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CAVE15.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
D.MALMBERG for assistance).
Download size: 390k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Based on the original Colassal Cave by Woods and Crowther but
expanded to 300 locations and 100's of objects, creatures and
puzzles. Created using a special version of the Adventure Game
Toolkit (AGT) -- available separately. This version has a
number of advanced features including the ability to customize
the "look-and-feel" of the game and to even have "menu-driven"
input from the player. This game will remind you of the best
from INFOCOM!
Product: MAZE3
Author: Stiller Research, 904-575-7884
3D Maze/Cave creation and exploration game. See full
description on page 505.
Product: T-Zero
Author: Dennis Cunningham
Version: 1.03 (05-19-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Most recent version complete with a
context-sensitive hint facility.
Look for: T-ZERO.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it at
no charge); T-ZERO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71107,3037 for assistance); T-
ZERO.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
D.CUNNINGHA9 for assistance).
Download size: 232k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This game, mixing elements of fantasy and science fiction while
exploring the nature of time, is dedicated to all gamers
saddened by the premature death knell sounded for text
adventures. Scenes take place in a rustic but disturbing
present; a bustling prehistoric era; and a damaged,
bureaucratic future. Features: input buffer, player-definable
function keys, DOS shell, Restart/Save/Restore/Undo,
directional or cursor keyboard control, produce hard copy of
game's prose. Advanced difficulty level.
Product: Volcano Hunter
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 1.0 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. 16MHz or faster
computer. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: A printed map of the screens in Volcano
Hunter; Several evaluation versions of other software from
Informative Technologies; A certificate for $7 off a
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subscription to Shareware Magazine; A certificate for a free
CompuServe membership.
Look for: VOLCANO.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); VOLCAN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71311,2334 for assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Monsters, treacherous ledges, hot lava, water-filled caverns,
conveyor belts, moving platforms, beamers, secret doors,
hotplates, timer bombs and more contribute to the action. Over
200 screens of cities, mountains and caverns. Blow up, burn up,
drown, fall to your death or be killed by the Druts. But, you
could survive and escape with gold beyond your imagination and
save the city.
Product: ZZT Arcade-Adventure Game
Author: Potomac Computer Systems
Lots of arcade action & puzzle solving. See full description
on page 498.
17.14 Word games
Product: Babble!
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Creativity tool for writers. See full description on page 172.
Product: Cipher
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 2.1 (10-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, additional puzzles.
Look for: CIPHER21.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); CIPHER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A crypto-quotes type word puzzle game, similar to the kind you
might find in the Sunday newspaper. However, this version runs
in colorful hi-res VGA or EGA graphics mode and allows you to
play using a mouse (text modes and keyboard are also
supported). Features include help, hints, save/restore. User
can create their own puzzle files from either plain text quotes
or from already encrypted quotes.
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Product: Cipher for Windows
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.0 (10-02-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, additional puzzles.
Look for: CIPHWN10.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); CIPHWN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A crypto-quotes type word puzzle game, similar to the kind you
might find in the Sunday newspaper. However, this version runs
in colorful hi-res VGA or EGA graphics mode under the Microsoft
Windows 3.x environment and allows you to play using a mouse.
Features include standard Windows style hypertext help, hints,
save/restore. User can also create their own puzzle files from
plain text or already encrypted quotes.
Product: CROSSDOWN
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Version: 2.6 (02-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Registration fee: $25.75
Registration benefits: Printed manual, free upgrade, support,
puzzle-making advice.
Look for: XDOWN26.ZIP on BBSs (call 716-723-8489 to download it
at no charge); XDOWN2.ZIP on CompuServe in IBM:NEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70724,2075 for assistance);
XDOWN26.ZIP on GEnie in IBM-PC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact
userID S.BELLOTTOJ for assistance).
Download size: 146k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Solve and construct real crossword puzzles on your computer!
CROSSDOWN's developer, Sam Bellotto Jr., has contributed
puzzles to The New York Times, Simon and Schuster and many
other puzzle markets. Features great graphics, a very easy-to-
use interface, animated selection buttons, sound effects, a
"cheat" feature and a "hint" key. Puzzles can also be printed
out with separate utilities; standard numbering is added
automatically! Seven sample crosswords of assorted sizes
included.
Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 164.
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Product: Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 714-797-3091
Version: 5.00 (02-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM; IBM-compatible
printer.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, technical
support.
Look for: CWC.ZIP on BBSs; CWC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW
forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72357,3523 for assistance).
Download size: 224k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This crossword puzzle "editor" gives you all the tools you need
to quickly design and print your own crosswords. Pull-down
menus, mouse support, comprehensive on-line help. Can generate
freeform puzzles from a word list or ASCII file.
Works with a companion program, Crossword Clipper for Windows,
so you can paste your puzzles into desktop publishing
applications. A great tool for trainers and teachers, great
fun for trainees and students. Spanish and French versions
available.
Product: CROSSWORD POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Version: 4.00 (01-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM; any printer with IBM
high-ASCII character set.
Registration fee: $41.95
Registration benefits: Latest version, printed manual, telephone
and BBS support, LaserJetII & DeskJet fixed-width soft fonts
included, additional word lists.
Look for: CROSSWDL.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-435-3855 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 194k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Make crossword puzzles from your words and clues. Insert words
manually or automatically into the grid. Auto-search can
quickly create over 200 different word arrangements to find the
puzzle with the most words. These puzzles have been used for
business newsletters and seminars, as restaurant place mats, as
vocabulary drills by teachers, and for entertainment at
parties, reunions, etc. Puzzles can also be saved as PCX
graphics or ASCII files for import into Word Perfect and
desktop publishers.
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Product: EGAWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: V.17.0S (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 90 days support, 12,000 puzzle database.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EGAWHE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 76662,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 96k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A "Wheel of Fortune"/hangman type of word guessing game for IBM
compatible computers with EGA video card and monitor. The game
features: a colorful spinning wheel, 1-3 players, 5 rounds of
play, a sound on/off option, automatic win after all letters of
the puzzle are bought and guessed, a high score table for the
top ten WHEELERS, and an editor to add/delete/modify puzzles.
The editor may be used to create a custom database for a
teaching aid from grade school through college.
Product: ENIGMACROSS
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Version: 1.0 (04-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. EGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $25.75
Registration benefits: Printed manual, free upgrade, support,
puzzle-making advice.
Look for: ENIGMAX.ZIP on BBSs (call 716-723-8489 to download it
at no charge); ENIGMA.ZIP on CompuServe in IBM:NEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70724,2075 for assistance);
ENIGMAX.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or contact
userID S.BELLOTTOJ for assistance).
Download size: 109k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
You can both solve and construct professional quality acrostic
puzzles. Easy-to-use graphical interface features animated
selection buttons, sound effects, pop-up windows. You can solve
more than one puzzle per session. Both "cheat" and "hint"
features included. On-screen help guides you through
construction process. Separate utilities print hi-res hard
copies to most printers; acrostic numbering added
automatically. Another superb word game from the author of
CROSSDOWN.
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Product: Fictionary
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.32 (04-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CIS support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FICT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The game of fantastic and farfetched definitions. Each round a
player chooses a word. You can choose your own word or pick one
from the large selection included with the game. Each other
player makes up their own definition for the word. Everyone
votes for the word they think is correct and points are scored
for guessing the proper one, or misleading other players. Great
vocabulary builder. Can be played by 1-6.
Product: Hangman for Students
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 1.01 (03-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HANG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 181k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
The classic hangman game with word lists divided by grade
levels, from Grade 1 to Grade 5, plus junior high and senior
high. It offers enough chances so that kids can win frequently
and stay interested in the game. Adults may be surprised that
they like to play, too. Parents can create additional word
lists. Over 4,500 words.
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Product: NAMEGRAM
Author: Neil J. Rubenking
Version: 3.0 (06-12-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 100,000-word dictionary, utility to add/
remove words (up to 32 letters) in the dictionary.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NAMEGM.ARC on CompuServe
in ZNT:UTILFORUM forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72241,50
for assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Takes any name or phrase and makes anagrams of it using a
90,000 word dictionary of words up to 11 letters. E.g. "TURBO
PASCAL" becomes "LABORS AT CPU"; "COLONEL OLIVER NORTH" becomes
"I CONTROL HONOR LEVEL". Menu-driven, supports mouse, works
with text screen sizes from 80x25 to 132x43 or more. Option to
pre-select words for anagrams OR let the computer do it all.
Can print list of all words that can be made from input phrase.
Amuse your friends by anagramming their names.
Product: Poetry Generator [***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Turn your computer into a poet! See full description on
page 173.
Product: Poetry Star
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
AI poetry writing for entertainment, educ. See full
description on page 527.
Product: Puzzler I
Author: ALPS Software, 719-269-1117
Version: 1.0 (05-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. CGA monitor, hard disk.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Puzzler II, solutions, 90 days phone/
CompuServe/mail support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: PZL1.COM on BBSs; PZL1.COM on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW
forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70242,617 for assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This word game is an alphanumeric rebus puzzle game. Help is
afforded through use of 'Hangman' style letter blanks. There
are 60 puzzles, and up to 6 people may play. There are three
levels of play, from amateur to master. The rebus may be
retained on screen for any length of time, but there is no
score given if the time for the level of play is exceeded. At
the masters level there are some puzzles that can't be solved
in time by a non-typist.
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Product: VGAWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: V.1.70S (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 90 days support, 12,000 puzzle database.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VGAWHE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 76662,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A "Wheel of Fortune"/Hangman type of word guessing game. The
game features: a colorful spinning wheel, 1-3 players, 5 rounds
of play, a sound on/off option, automatic win after all letters
have been bought and guessed, a high score table for the top
ten WHEELERS, and an editor to add/delete/modify puzzles. The
editor may be used to create a custom database for using the
program as a teaching aid in grade school through college.
Product: WINWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: 1.40 (03-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. (Does not run in Windows
3.0 "real" mode.) VGA monitor, mouse, VBRUN100.DLL run-time
module for Visual Basic applications.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Database of over 12,000 puzzles.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WINWHE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 76662,1623
for assistance).
Download size: 146k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Wheel of Fortune/Hangman type word guessing game for Windows
3.X. Features: colorful graphics, 1-3 players, 5 rounds, sound
on/off toggle, autowin after all letters bought and guessed,
hi-score table for top 10 WHEELERS, and a puzzle editor to add/
delete/modify puzzles.
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Product: WORDSEARCH POWER
Author: WISCO Computing, 715-423-8189
Version: 1.00 (01-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM, any printer with IBM
high-ASCII character set.
Registration fee: $31.95
Registration benefits: Latest version, telephone and BBS
support, additional word lists.
Look for: VOCBINGO.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-435-3855 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 109k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create word searches, vocabulary bingo cards, and flash cards
from your words and definitions. Word lists are 100%
compatible with CROSSWORD POWER.
Product: WORDTRIX!
Author: Tea Time Software, 513-523-3830
Tetris-like game that teaches kids phonics. See full
description on page 383.
17.14.1 Cryptanalysis
Product: The Cipher-Ace Series
Author: Charles W. Stewart, 407-855-6148
Version: 2.0 (02-28-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256K RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, six months mail/email
support, shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: CIFA20.ZIP on BBSs; CIFA20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71031,3377 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Introduces the user to subject of Cryptography. Provides work
screen and help menus for de-crypting two cipher types, with
sample ciphers. Enter and save messages. Encrypt own messages
for sending. Text files of associations and publications.
Catalog in files.
17.15 Pinball/paddleball
Product: TiltMaze
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Try to roll the smiley balls into the center. See full
description on page 497.
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17.16 Strategy/simulation
Product: AntiC
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.13 (06-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; MS compatible
mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support, more puzzles.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ANTICX.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76703,3046 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A cross between Othello and Life. Each square sends its color
to the neighboring squares in the network. If only one color
comes into a square, it takes that color. If two colors come
in, they cancel and the square assumes the third color. Each
time you change a square, all squares in the pattern are
recalculated and redrawn. change puzzles and display
Product: ATC: Air Traffic Controller
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.0 (09-29-85)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hercules or CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: ATC.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An air traffic controller game that's perfect for a few minutes
or hours of fun. Easy to learn, but difficult to master. The
game tracks best scores at each of 20 levels of difficulty.
Ages 10 and up.
Product: Border
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.1 (02-23-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: BORDER.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A combination of GO and connect the dots, this abstract
strategy game for 2 players involves enclosing more area than
your opponent, while preventing them from stopping you. Ages 12
and up.
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Product: Circle Link
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 1.1 (06-12-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: CIRCLINK.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 61k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
To win, you must get your marbles to the bottom of the linked
circles first. You select a row or column of links by pressing
a number or alphabet key. That row or column will change its
color and rotate at random one quarter turn left or right. If
a circle's opening matches the link next to it, the marble will
move left, right, or down. If a link is already occupied, the
opponent's will have to start at the top again. Up to four
players, including the computer, can play.
Product: Ecomaster
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.1 (11-15-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ECO.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A diverting ecology game for one or more players in which you
bid for and trade animals based on their abilities to thrive in
different environments. No previous biological experience is
assumed. Mildly educational without belaboring the point. For
1 or more players. Typical games last less than an hour. For
ages 10 and up.
Product: First Expedition
Author: Steve Englestad
Sea-going adventure with plotting by stars. See full
description on page 510.
Chapter 17, "Games" 523
Product: GREEN
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.05 (05-27-92)
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GREENX.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Help the planters as they work to prevent the pavers from
turning farms into parking lots. Pavers include mall
developers, real estate agents, clear-cut loggers and other
exploiters. There are several different maps, of varying
difficulty. You have the ability to plant hedges, add walls,
and to destroy pavement. Unique, yet similar in concept to
Populous and SimCity.
Product: Nine Men's Morris
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 1.03 (05-31-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NINE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 114k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
An ancient strategy game also called "The Mill." Get "three in
a row" to take your opponent's pieces. Is somewhat like tic-
tac-toe, but expanded. Looks easy, but isn't. Play against
the computer. Switch sides. Take back moves. Hypertext help
system. Supports mouse. Warning: You may get hooked.
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Product: Tear Down the Wall
Author: Langin Software, 618-532-4899
Version: 1.02 (05-06-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: CompuServe/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WALL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73770,615 for
assistance).
Download size: 109k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Tear down the wall without using a pick or going to Berlin.
Great strategy game. Supports a mouse. The winner is the one
who destroys the biggest and most bricks. Each wall is
different, and hard and weak bricks effect how the wall falls.
Think ahead: A good move by you may leave a better move for
the computer. Hypertext help system. Don't think you can beat
the computer!
Product: Towers
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.02 (06-02-92)
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phon/CompuServe support, additional
puzzles.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TOWER.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How high can you build? Similar to Tetris, since you need to
place blocks of varying size. That's where the similarity ends
-- you need logic and planning, rather than quick reflexes. You
build one level of the tower at a time, trying to fit the
blocks in the tightest pattern. Each level becomes the base
for the next level. Uses Cascoly's unique 3-D perspective
graphics to show fantastic detail. As you scroll from side to
side, the perspective changes.
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Product: WALL STREET RAIDER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Version: 3.0 (04-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM, 720k floppy drive or
hard disk (hard disk strongly recommended).
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 90-day mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A high-stakes, nonstop game of corporate finance, with "live"
stock ticker, where 1-4 players (& computer) battle for profit
in an amazingly realistic simulation. Has 150 companies in 26
industry groups, each trying to dominate its own industry and
crush the competition, while players try to get rich, do
takeovers, greenmail, LBO's, mergers, issue junk bonds (and
play dirty) to grasp and control the world's largest
corporations, from Exxon on down. The ultimate in realistic
stock market games!
Product: WEBS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.16 (02-27-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Mouse; EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WEBS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A deceptively simple solitaire game requiring both strategy and
cunning. You claim nodes on a web while trying to limit the
moves available to your opponent. Automatic display of
potential moves, a variety of webs and difficulties give hours
of challenge.
Chapter 17, "Games" 526
17.17 Puzzles, mix & match
Product: DressMeUp
Author: ShareGames, 619-283-0472
Version: 2.2 (11-14-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Latest Version, Free updates for 6
Months, & 24 Hr Tech Support.
Look for: DRESSUP.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-440-0899 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 134k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An imaginative paper doll game with a cute collection of
animals to dress up. A girl and a boy may be picked from any
of four kinds of stuffed animals on the shelf to play with.
There are blouses, skirts, slacks, hose, purses, jackets,
shoes, hats, coats, shirts, sweaters, pants, and socks hidden
behind the cabinet doors to choose from. Comes with two
complete outfits for the girl and boy animals and eight more
outfits can be added to their wardrobes.
Product: DTQ
Author: Roger D Hamilton, +44-320 51282
Version: 1.00 (05-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited support, 80286
edition, personalized copies.
Look for: DTQ-V1.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Play computer * 31 Stages * 9 Pairs to 18 Quads Auto Level
scoring * Game Position recording * Instant Reset 72 Icon /
Shade Spot( difficult) Library - not disk access !
Options inc : - Conditional "Cheat"( Score Swap) * Practise *
Icon View Secret Computer Play * Alternate or "Match" move *
Other Abs Coord Cursor( min Keypresses !) or Full Keyboard(U&L
case)! Many Shades very close- Test of discrimination and/or
monitor ? Max game display ! - Slick Operation
Chapter 17, "Games" 527
Product: Sherlock The Game of Logic
Author: Everett Kaser Software, 503-928-5259
Version: 1.41 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor, Microsoft mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support.
Look for: SHRLCK14.ZIP on BBSs; SHRLCK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70673,1547 for
assistance).
Download size: 140k (about 11 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The game consists of trying to determine the location of 36
images which the computer has randomly placed on a 6x6 game
board. The program then supplies just enough clues to solve
the puzzle, and presents them graphically. It's your task to
eliminate possibilities from the game board until you deduce
the correct locations of all 36 images. BEWARE! Many people
use the word "ADDICTING" when they register!
17.18 For adults
Product: Poetry Star
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-569-3201
Version: 1.2 (03-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Unlimited support, free bonus disk,
product discounts.
Look for: CSPS.ZIP on BBSs; CSPS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71031,1036 for assistance).
Download size: 132k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a highly interactive one-of-a-kind, multi-purpose AI
disk. It is entertaining (conduct zany chats with your PC) and
educational (learn to write poetry in a variety of forms,
styles, and prosodies). It is written in the programming
language INRAC (of "Racter" fame), which means you communicate
with the computer in natural English. You have NEVER seen
anything like it! (This is a spinoff of Chatfield Software's
college CAI "Star Alpha.") For adults.
17.19 Software tools
17.19.1 For multiple programs
Product: Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT)
Author: Softworks, 510-659-0533
Create your own text adventure games. See full description on
page 510.
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17.19.2 For other
Product: ZZT Arcade-Adventure Game
Author: Potomac Computer Systems
Lots of arcade action & puzzle solving. See full description
on page 498.
17.20 Other
Product: Fantasy
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 2.0 (09-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone support.
Look for: FANTASY.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-276-4159 to download it
at no charge); FANT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70047,477 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create flowing graphic images as you move your mouse. If art
can be fleeting, transitory and personal - then Fantasy is an
artist's tool. You are the artist and the audience. It's a tool
for personal performance art. Like building sand castles or
blowing bubbles, each performance is different and highly
personal.
As you move the mouse the image constantly moves and responds
in never-ending, never-repeating animated sequences.
Performances can be recorded and replayed. Demos included.
Product: PEG
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.04 (04-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Mouse; EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe support. Wooden puzzle.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PEG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
No one really knows when PEG solitaire was invented. Some
stories trace it to prisoners during the French Revolution, but
published descriptions date at least 100 years earlier. Most
likely the game is even older. PEG presents variations on the
classic peg solitaire with multiple starting positions, and
varying endgames. One of the pleasures of playing the game on
your computer is that you can quickly set up the board to try
different strategies. Ages 8 to 88.
Chapter 17, "Games" 529
Product: The Pool Manager
Author: American Systems
Football Pool Organizer/Database (all sports). See full
description on page 473.
Product: RR
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31 74 438373
Railroad on screen. See full description on page 479.
Product: WALL STREET RAIDER
Author: Ronin Software, 206-391-9521
Stock market / corporate takeover simulation. See full
description on page 524.
Product: World Name Game
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Graphic Geography Game. See full description on page 385.
Chapter 18, "About shareware" 530
Chapter 18
About shareware
18.1 Assn. Shareware Professionals
The Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP) formed in 1987
to strengthen the future of shareware as an alternative to
traditional (retail) software marketing. It also serves as an
information clearing house for its members and the public at
large. ASP members subscribe to a code of ethics and are
committed to the shareware concept.
The ASP demands professionalism from its members. Authors must
acknowledge every registration (you get more than just a
canceled check) and they must provide at least three months of
support for their products. ASP members must also live up to
any other benefits they offer.
You can turn to an ombudsman for help if you can't resolve a
problem with an ASP author or disk vendor. Members must
explain this in every shareware program & disk vendor catalog.
Few people need the ombudsman's help. ASP members represent
the cream of the crop in the shareware industry, but it's nice
to know you can turn to someone if you think you got a raw
deal. Unfortunately, it happens -- authors have been kicked
out because of repeated complaints.
The Association monitors Congress for potentially damaging
legislation and has sent spokesmen to testify before
congressional subcommittees. It has also taken on the respon-
sibility of safeguarding the term 'shareware' itself. ASP has
filed motions in countries as far away as England and South
Africa to stop people who attempt to claim it as a trademark
word.
ASP members 'meet' online in a public forum of the CompuServe
network (GO SHAREWARE). Members send & receive messages,
transmit files, and exchange valuable information. Old hands
in the shareware business pass along their insights to new
members. The group holds public and private debates and
members vote on major issues by sending private messages to the
Association secretary.
The ASP holds yearly 'face to face' meetings and appears at
various trade shows around the country (including COMDEX and
PC-EXPO). It also provides speakers who lecture on every
aspect of shareware. You can learn more by writing to the
Association of Shareware Professionals, 545 Grover Road,
Muskegon, MI 49442. If you have a modem and a CompuServe
Chapter 18, "About shareware" 531
account, you can log on and go to the SHAREWARE forum for more
information.
Product: Approved Vendor Requirements
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (03-12-91)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VENDOR.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004
for assistance).
Download size: 4k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains all requirements ASP Approved Vendors must follow.
Potential shareware authors may want to review this file to see
what the ASP uses as its factors for approving disk vendors to
become associate members in the organization.
Product: ASP BBS Membership Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (01-03-92)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BBSAPP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004
for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Everything a BBS Sysop needs to join the ASP. Rules,
application form, text files to post on the BBS, etc. All are
text files.
The ASP BBS Membership ensures callers that the BBS adheres to
certain standards of quality and shareware support. Cost of
membership is $40 / year.
Product: ASP Catalog for BBSs
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: ASP####.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: '####' represents a four-digit number which
increases with each new edition of the catalog.
Description:
Official catalog of shareware products published by members of
the Assocation of Shareware Professionals and available on
computer bulletin board systems (BBSs). Computer users can
download these products and use them on a "try before you buy"
basis. This catalog describes each product and in many cases
identifies a BBS where you can download it for evaluation
purposes at no charge. Products grouped by subject and cross-
referenced to authors' addresses via a comprehensive index.
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Product: ASP Catalog for CompuServe
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: CIS####.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it
at no charge); CATLOG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:SHAREWARE forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: '####' represents a four-digit number which
increases with each new edition of the catalog.
Description:
Official catalog of shareware products published by members of
the Association of Shareware Professionals and available on
CompuServe. Computer users can download these products and use
them on a "try before you buy" basis. This catalog describes
each product and gives its location on CompuServe. Products
grouped by subject and cross-referenced to authors' addresses
via a comprehensive index.
Product: ASP Catalog for GEnie
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: GEN####.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: '####' represents a four-digit number which
increases with each new edition of the catalog.
Description:
Official catalog of shareware products published by members of
the Assocation of Shareware Professionals and available on
GEnie. Computer users can download these products and use them
on a "try before you buy" basis. This catalog describes each
product and gives its "RoundTable" location on GEnie. Products
grouped by subject and cross-referenced to authors' addresses
via a comprehensive index.
Product: ASP Catalog for Windows & OS/2
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: WIN####.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it
at no charge); CATWIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:SHAREWARE forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: '####' represents a four-digit number which
increases with each new edition of the catalog.
Description:
Official catalog of Windows & OS/2 shareware products published
by members of the Assocation of Shareware Professionals and
available on computer bulletin board systems (BBSs). Computer
users can download these products and use them on a "try before
you buy" basis. This catalog describes each product and in
many cases identifies a BBS where you can download it for
evaluation purposes at no charge. Products grouped by subject
and cross-referenced to authors' addresses via a comprehensive
index.
Chapter 18, "About shareware" 533
Product: ASP List of Approved BBSs
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ASPBBS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70007,4004
for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: Appendix C of this catalog contains much of the
same information.
Description:
A complete list of ASP Approved BBSs. Gives the name, address,
phone number, conferences, lines, protocols, network
affiliations, etc. Formatted for use as a mailing list or for
browsing. Updated monthly. ASP recommends Approved BBSs.
Product: ASP List of Approved Vendors
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VENDOR.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004
for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: Appendix B of this catalog contains much of the
same information.
Description:
Complete list of ASP Approved Vendors by country and state or
province. Use this catalog to find the ASP Approved Vendor
nearest you. ASP recommends ASP Approved Vendors as one of the
best sources of high quality, up-to-date shareware programs.
Updated monthly.
Product: How to join as a "beta" author
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (11-27-89)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BETA.TXT on CompuServe in
CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004 for
assistance).
Download size: 3k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A compilation of messages explaining how potential shareware
authors can apply for membership in the ASP before releasing
their first shareware program.
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Product: IBM PC Author Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (08-21-91)
Look for: APPLIC.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it at
no charge); APPLIC.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:SHAREWARE forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004 for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Information on joining the Association of Shareware
Professionals as an author member. This self-extract file
contains several necessary information files and many reasons
why you would wish to join the ASP. Specific to PC/MS-DOS
authors -- see other files in this section if you program on a
different platform (Amiga or MacIntosh for example).
Product: Information about copyrights
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (04-29-90)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; COPYRT.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70007,4004
for assistance).
Download size: 3k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A compilation of messages on why & how you should copyright a
shareware program.
Product: MacIntosh Author Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (05-14-91)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; APPLIC.SIT on CompuServe
in CIS:SHAREWARE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70007,4004
for assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Information on joining the Association of Shareware
Professionals as an author member. This self-extract file
contains several necessary information files and many reasons
why you would wish to join the ASP. Specific to MacIntosh
authors -- see other files in this section if you program on a
different platform (Amiga or IBM PC for example).
Chapter 18, "About shareware" 535
18.2 Books
Product: The ShareWare Book
Author: Compass / New England, 603-431 8030
Version: First Ed (05-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Printed book, shareware author's kit
(diskette), newsletter.
Look for: SHAREBK1.ZIP on BBSs; SHAREB.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:SHARE forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70511,720 for
assistance); SHAREBK1.EXE on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (or
contact userID R.SCHENOT for assistance).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A software entrepreneur's cookbook
A Whole Earth Catalog for software developers
Tips, tools, and techniques for successful shareware marketing
and development. Includes market research, publicity, getting
paid, distribution, resources, product protection, registration
encouragement, trademarks, copyrights, licensing, channel
management, business issues, support, taxes, manuals,
packaging, shipping, international trade. Everything an author
needs to get started.
18.3 Other
Product: CompUser
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 219-563-HOME
Version: 2.70b (04-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, IBM Graphics
printer.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/BBS/mail support, one
year of free quarterly updates. Shareware disks of other
programs.
Look for: CU*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 317-784-2147 to
download it at no charge); CU*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact userID 70272,3317
for assistance).
Download size: 380k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A rated cyclopedia of the Shareware community. The data file is
a listing of dealers in shareware, BBSs, authors of Shareware,
magazines and newsletters (Over 3000!). The information is
rated and complete. The list is updated daily and distributed 4
times a year. The program lets you maintain and work with the
data file, create and edit post cards for mailings to persons
in the data file. Then you may retrieve either listings of the
addresses, address labels, 4X6 cards, or Rolodex cards.
Chapter 19, "Other" 536
Chapter 19
Other
19.1 Software tools
19.1.1 For other
Product: PBMouse
Author: Barry Erick, 717-675-3432
Mice with many text and graphic cursors. See full description
on page 354.
Product: STAFF-DEVELOPER
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Free RunTime Licence for Database Engines. See full
description on page 537.
Product: TurboBAT
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems, 415-826-6084
Advanced Batch File Compiler. See full description on
page 379.
19.2 Other
Product: MARNAV
Author: C & E Associates
Version: 1.O (10-22-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Bonus data files.
Look for: NAVPAK.EXE on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A program to convert Latitide/Longitude coordinates to LORAN C
delays and vice versa.In addition, the program calculates
heading and distance from point "A" to point "B" with the
location of the points specified either as Lat/Lon or as LORAN
delays. It also performs Time/Speed/Distance calculations and
provides optional hard copy for all functions. An editor allows
addition of new LORAN chains or data correction for existing
ones.
Product: PowerIntsall
Author: W.S. Ataras Engineering, 408-648-3662
Install prog. Multi-disk. Compile to 1 exe. See full
description on page 145.
Chapter 19, "Other" 537
Product: Simply Labels
Author: SimpleWare, 709-489-3757
Version: IIIa (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Latest version with shareware notices
removed. Support by mail.
Look for: SIMLAB3A.ZIP on BBSs (call 709-489-6018 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Design free form labels. Many features including a full label
editor with Qwik keys. Printing options include multiple
copies, multiple labels across, auto centering, envelope or
report formats and many others.
Other features include sorting on any part of a label, many
types of searches, import text, read dBase III files, custom
colors, Date and Time stamps, non-printing lines, DOS shell, 70
page manual and many more. Applications include mailing
labels, disk labels, cassette jackets...
Product: STAFF-DEVELOPER
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting, 0049-6196-48524
Version: 1.0 (06-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM, hard disk.
Extended/expanded memory recommended.
Registration fee: $399.00
Registration benefits: Free distribution licence of the RunTime
Module. The name of the data base developer will be shown in
the RunTime software at visible place.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 560k (about 42 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
This is for the developer of database applications who want to
bundle one of the STAFF-FAMILY members with his data. The
software is delivered with the license for the unlimited
distribution of the respective RunTime version as part of the
specific application. The free distribution license for the
RunTime version of each STAFF module costs US$ 399.00. This is
advantageous for data vendors and for organizations in which
large amounts of the same data are used on many PC's.
Chapter 19, "Appendixes" 538
PART 2
Appendixes
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 539
Appendix A
Author addresses
This appendix cross-references each author to his or her pro-
duct(s). If you want to know where to write or call about a
particular product, look for it in the index and write down the
page number where the product name appears in this appendix.
Then turn to the appropriate page in this appendix and look up
the author.
Products: dBkit, OpMenu, Start
Author: P. C. Softsmith
Address: Suite 606 6455 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, B.C. V5H 4E4
CANADA
Orders: 604-433-5189
Queries: 604-433-5189
Products: Back Soon!, DIRCMDr PLUS, MARGARINE, Power C Shell,
STEENBURGH's STUFF, WAKEUP
Author: Tay-Jee Software
Address: P.O. Box 835, Lexington, VA 24450
Fax: 703-464-5290
Queries: 703-464-5290
Product: FileMan
Author: TDWare
th
Address: 37605 160 Place SE, Auburn, WA 98002
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 206-833-7203
Product: ColorView for Windows
Author: Millennium Technologies Corporation
st
Address: 649 61 Street, Suite 205, West New York, NJ 07093
Orders: 800-242-4775
Products: 2Convert, Advanced Menu System, Automatic Netwk Manager
Author: Go Software
Address: York House, Cross Road, Heald Green, Cheadle,
Cheshire, SK8 3LW, UNITED KINGDOM
Orders: 44-0-61-437-4896
Fax: 44-0-61-248-9617
Queries: 44-0-61-437-4896
Products: TYPE TREK, WORDTRIX!
Author: Tea Time Software
Address: 92 Acorn Circle, Oxford, OH 45056
Orders: 513-523-3830
Queries: 513-523-3830
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 540
Products: Compact Disk Catalogue, Cook Book Plus, FlyMaster,
Personal Databases, Photographer's Friend
Author: Eric Begbie
Address: Mains House, Tillicoultry, Clackmannanshire, FK13 6PQ,
UNITED KINGDOM
Product: HYPERGEO
Author: Stuart Esten
Address: 33 Banks Ave., Lexington, MA 02173
Products: MSGCOMP - The message compiler., SUPER
Author: Y.C.C.
Address: P.O. Box 973, Bedford, TX 76095
Orders: 817-540-0269
Fax: 817-540-0269
Queries: 817-540-0269
Product: DiskMan
Author: DiskMaster Software
Address: 1006 McDaniel Creek Court, Oviedo, FL 32765
Orders: 800-242-4PSL
Queries: 407-366-4700
Product: CHARTS UNLIMITED
Author: Graphware, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 373, Middletown, OH 45042
Orders: 513-424-6733
Queries: 513-424-6733
Product: FREE & EASY
Author: Free and Easy Software
Address: 688 Farmbrook Crescent, Orleans, Ontario, CANADA K4A
2L2
Orders: 613-834-1738
Queries: 613-834-1738
Products: EnVision Publisher, QuickPlan
Author: Software Vision Corporation
Address: P.O. Box 1734, Pinellas Park, FL 34664-1734
Orders: 800-388-8474
Queries: 813-545-4354
Product: Mega Edit
Author: Computer Witchcraft, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 210441, San Francisco, CA 94121-0441
Orders: 415-752-2477
Fax: 415-752-8971
Queries: 415-752-2477
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 541
Products: BASASM.LIB, QENV
Author: Annette Cuomo
Address: 3577 Tupelo St., Chino Hills, CA 91709
Orders: 714-597-7295
Fax: 714-263-9208
Queries: 714-597-7295
Products: COMPLEX, PLAN
Author: TIESOH
Address: P.O. Box 484, Poughquag, NY 12570
Product: SCBABOTL
Author: Raymond A.J. Pesek
Address: 4706 Cottonwood Lane, Brunswick, OH 44212-2412
Queries: 216-225-7565
Product: Visual Compare
Author: Whitney Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 4999, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Product: PC-FORMS and PC-LIBRARY
Author: Blackledge Law Office
Address: 3704 Edgewater Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Orders: 405-840-3563
Queries: 405-840-3563
Products: CheckBook Plus, Customer Order Management Sys.
Author: Beshears Software Associates
Address: 5710 Rita Street, Southside, AL 35903
Orders: 205-442-6630
Queries: 205-442-6630
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Address: PO Box 1424, Thousand Oaks, CA 91358-0424
Fax: 805-493 0364
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks
Address: P.O. Box 116, McCleary WA 98557
Queries: 206-495-4574
Products: FISHTIME, GOLFHCAP, MARNAV
Author: C & E Associates
Address: 119 Placid Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919
Orders: 813-482-5863
Products: DISASTER, DISKCOPY, FLOPTOOL, LUDWIG, NOACH, QUICKEXT,
RR
Author: Feico Nater Shareware
Address: Beukweg 24, 7556 DE Hengelo Ov, NETHERLAND
Orders: 31 74 438373
Fax: 31 74 438373
Queries: 31 74 438373
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 542
Products: Around The House, Shareware Tracker
Author: BlueCollar Software
Address: 1323 S. Rt. 68, Urbana, OH 43078
Fax: 513-653-8388
Queries: 513-653-8388
Product: DOS Helper
Author: Polaris Software
Address: 24152 Majella Drive, Ramona, CA 92065-4132
Orders: 619-789-7723
Queries: 619-789-7723
Product: JORF Interpreter and Tutorial
Author: The JORF Company
Address: 25858 Elwood Road, Colton, OR 97017
Orders: 503-824-5673
Fax: 503-824-5255
Queries: 503-824-5673
Product: DOS-CALC
Author: DOS-CALC
Address: 3120 Homestead Dr, Erie, PA 16506
Products: MENU PLUS, Message-A-Day
Author: Sensation Software
Address: 5846 Pavo Street, Long Beach, CA 90808-3718
Orders: 310-420-8325
Fax: 310-982-1352
Products: DC Circuit Analysis, Logic Circuit Analysis
Author: Arthur Tanzella
Address: 4613 Clubvue Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236-4803
Queries: 412-882-0723
Products: Chinese Checkers, The Finishing Touch
Author: ImagiSOFT, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 13208, Albuquerque, NM 87192
Orders: 800-767-1978
Fax: 505-275-9697
Queries: 800-767-1978
Products: ClassAdz(c), FLAGS(c), FoxTails #1(c), SysTraK(c)
Author: dbF Software Productions
Address: P.O. Box 37194, Cleveland, OH 44137-0194
Orders: 216-491-4581
Queries: 216-491-4581
Products: ExtraDOS Toolbox, SpeedRAM, TurboBAT, TurboTXT Text
File Compiler
Author: Foley Hi-Tech Systems
Address: 172 Amber Drive, San Francisco, CA 94131-1642
Orders: 415-826-6084
Fax: 415-826-1706
Queries: 415-826-6084
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 543
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed
Address: 388 Deerview Drive SE, Calgary, Alberta T2J 5Y2
CANADA
Orders: 403-278 2234
Fax: 403-278 2256
Queries: 403-278 2234
Product: Hi, Finance!(tm)
Author: Brightridge Solutions, Inc.
Address: 1534 Brightridge Drive, Kingsport, TN 37664
Orders: 800-241-7203
Fax: 615-246-6385
Queries: 615-246-3337
Product: FFBALL
Author: Fly By Night Software
Address: P.O. Box 4107
Product: ZFace
Author: Stanley May
Address: 1351 Moutain View Ave., Petaluma, CA 94952
Queries: 707-765-0875
Product: The INTL Package
Author: Bjo"rn Fahller
Address: Trollna"sva"gen 3A, S-951 61 Lulea`, SWEDEN
Queries: +46-920 226870
Product: Appointment Book
Author: Silicon Systems
Address: 5217 Millsprings Dr., Arlington, TX 76017
Orders: 817-483-8618
Queries: 817-483-8618
Product: AutoLibrary Program-Playback
Author: Avid Software
Address: P.O. Box 1871, Beaverton, OR 97075-1871
Orders: 503-626-6652
Queries: 503-626-6652
Products: THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER, WALL STREET RAIDER
Author: Ronin Software
Address: 3020 Issaquah-Pine Lake Road, Suite #36, Issaquah, WA
98027
Queries: 206-391-9521
Products: Sherlock The Game of Logic, Snarf, Solitile
Author: Everett Kaser Software
Address: 35405 Spruce St SW, Albany, OR 97321
Queries: 503-928-5259
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 544
Product: Wssindex
Author: WSS Division of DDC
Address: 4 Reeves Road, Bedford, MA 01730
Queries: 617-275-1183
Product: DTQ
Author: Roger D Hamilton
Address: "CRAIGARD" Dalcataig GLENMORISTON Inverness IV3 6YG
UNITED KINGDOM
Queries: +44-320 51282
Product: Chartist
Author: Novagraph
Address: 10014 Lawler Rd, Dallas, TX 75243
Orders: 214-231-2169
Queries: 214-231-2169
Products: APPLICATION & VERIFICATION MGT., INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE s4, INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE M4, INVENTORY & COST
CONTROL im4, RECIPE MANAGEMENT & COSTING
Author: First Step Software
Address: 4839 Burlington Cir., Boise, ID 83704
Orders: 208-376-4411
Products: Flags, Wynd-DOS, Wyndfields for DOS, Wyndfields for
Windows, Wyndshell
Author: Wyndware
Address: One Parker Place, Suite 308, Janesville, WI 53545
Orders: 800-475-1628
Fax: 608-754-5290
Queries: 608-755-1628
Products: Data Master, Label Master, Task Master
Author: RKS Software, Inc.
Address: 3820 North Dittmar Road, Arlington, VA 22207
Orders: 703-534-1726
Fax: 703-534-1726
Queries: 703-534-1726
Product: PocketD
Author: PocketWare
Address: Box 2369, Hendon, London NW4 1NR, ENGLAND
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Products: Surefire - Smart Document Proc, Surefire Contacts
Author: Piaf, Inc.
Address: 3918 Orchard Court, Boulder, CO 80304
Orders: 303-786-8222
Queries: 303-786-8222
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 545
Product: VEHICLE COSTS
Author: Graham Ferguson
Address: 3 Cristata ave. Endeavour Hills Victoria 3802
AUSTRALIA
Orders: (03) 700-3764
Queries: (03) 700-3764
Products: PoeTrio, Poetry Star
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc.
Address: 11681 Hayden St., Box 115, Hiram, OH 44234-0115
Orders: 216-569-3201
Fax: 216-569-7689
Queries: 216-569-3201
Product: Parcel Shipping Program(PSP)(r)
Author: East Hampton Industries
Address: 81 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, NY 11937
Orders: 800-645-1188
Fax: 516-324-2248
Queries: 516-324-2224
Product: NETCLASS
Author: Pyramid Software
Address: 840 Hooper Rd., Suite 115, Endwell, NY 13760
Orders: 607-748-6630
Fax: 607-786-0612
Queries: 607-748-6630
Product: The Laughing Dog Screen Maker
Author: Yardbird Software
Address: P.O. Box 4646, West Hills, CA 91308
Orders: 800-242-4PSL
Queries: 818-704-6402
Product: GradeBook for Windows
Author: Russell Stevens
Address: 5191 Pine Grove Dr., Spruce, MI 48762
Product: THE INTERSTATE TRAVELER
Author: David E. Jacobson
Address: 1222 Harris Drive, Bartlesville, OK 74006
Orders: 918-333-7563
Queries: 918-333-7563
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 546
Product: PhoneBook
Author: Robert M. Bernard
Address: P.O. Box 382124, Memphis, TN 38183-2124
Product: ToyBox II
Author: Virtual Magic Software
Address: P.O Box 615, Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703
Product: Snooper, the system checker
Author: John Vias
Address: P.O. Box 8234, Gainesville, FL 32605-8234
Orders: 904-332-8234
Queries: 904-332-8234
Product: Parables & Parabolas
Author: Niche Software
Address: PO Box 2554, Seal Beach, CA 90740-1554
Product: Instant Access Menu System
Author: Prodigy Technologies
Address: 14611 Carmel Ridge Road, San Diego, CA 92128
Orders: 619-673-0722
Fax: 619-487-5733
Queries: 619-673-0722
Product: Calendar Wise
Author: BLUE CANNON SOFTWARE
Address: PO Box 7641, Charlotte, NC 28241-7641
Orders: 800-779-0850
Fax: 704-398-0928
Queries: 704-398-0850
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software
Address: P.O. Box 6001 Sitka, AK 99835
Orders: 907-747-8996
Queries: 907-747-8996
Products: EVAL, EZSET, Textshot
Author: McAdams Associates
Address: P.O. Box 835505, Richardson, TX 75083-5505
Product: EQUALIZER
Author: Nine-Patch Software
Address: 315 South Alco Avenue, Maryville, MO 64468-2033
Products: DJ-CHECK, DJ-LOPE, DJ-SLEEVE, LJ-SLEEVE, PM2LINO, PS-
SLEEVE, PS-TEXT
Author: JMJ Software
Address: 5000 Valley Stream Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
Orders: 704-525-1472
Queries: 704-525-1472
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 547
Products: DOWNLOAD, LJ2DJ, LJLAND, Mail Machine, PCX2FNT, PCX2PCL
Author: TaxWare
Address: PO Box 2014, Provo, UT 84603-2014
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 801-373-0541
Product: FISHBYTE(tm)
Author: EJM Computer Consulting Ltd.
Address: PO Box 154, East Meadow, NY 11554
Orders: 516-483-7561
Queries: 516-483-7561
Product: DaMenu
Author: Just-In-Time Computing Services
Address: P.O. Box 4166, Ithaca, NY 14852
Orders: 607-257-6517
Queries: 607-257-6517
Product: BootMaster
Author: RoSi Software
Address: Keithstr. 4, 1000 Berlin 49, GERMANY
Orders: 011-49-30-744-7707
Fax: 011-49-30-744-7618
Queries: 011-49-30-744-7707
Products: Business Plan Master (IBM), Business Plan Master (Mac)
Author: Grand Universal
Address: 7061 East Wesley Avenue, Denver, CO 80224
Orders: 303-756-2175
Queries: 303-756-2175
Product: Music Manager for Windows
Author: Joe Herrera
Address: 2405 Westview, Denton, TX 76201
Queries: 817-382-7585
Product: CALC_JNC
Author: James N. Cox
Address: 418 Erie Avenue. Quakertown, PA 18951
Product: SAFEPACK
Author: D J Harvey Software
Address: PO Box 14, Cardiff CF4 6XW, UNITED KINGDOM
Fax: +44-222 743029
Products: APCAL, CLOCK, FCOMP
Author: Gamma Software
Address: P.O. Box 8191, Fort Collins, CO 80526
Orders: 800-747-9960
Queries: 303-667-9960
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 548
Products: Cumberland Diary, Cumberland Story, Cumberland Tree
Author: Cumberland Software
Address: 385 Idaho Springs Road, Clarksville, TN 37043
Queries: 615-647-4012
Product: NEWBIZ
Author: Centre for Commercial Innovation (CCI)
Address: P.O. Box 286, 6800 AG Arnhem, HOLLAND
Fax: +31-20.6763706
Products: Decoder!, Filer!, Index!, Swap!, Tag!, TDisplay
Author: Trinity Software
Address: 13550 Frost Drive Nokesville, VA 22123
Orders: 703-791-2576
Fax: 703-791-4250
Queries: 703-791-2576
Products: Master Meal Manager, PC-TRACK
Author: Thomas C. Johnson
Address: 9920 S. Palmer Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344
Queries: 513-878-9174
Product: Public Address
Author: Paradise Programming
Address: P.O. Box 1231 Shelton, WA 98584-0948
Orders: 800-847-0309
Queries: 206-352-9863
Products: AC11TO10, PURGE
Author: Software Designs, Inc.
Address: 858 Austerlitz Road, Paris, KY 40361-9055
Orders: 606-987-6129
Queries: 606-987-6129
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software
Address: 13630 Rampart Drive, Conifer, CO 80433-5106
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 303-838-5796
Product: Tolman Dental Program
Author: Peter T. Smith D.D.S.
Address: 455 Neighborhood Rd.
Orders: 516-281-5544
Fax: 516-281-5698
Queries: 516-281-5544
Product: The Cipher-Ace Series
Author: Charles W. Stewart
Address: 1197 Pickerel Cir, Orlando, FL 32839
Queries: 407-855-6148
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 549
Products: FileBUDDY, PrinterBUDDY
Author: Lenard Dean
Address: Box 73094, Woodbine Postal Outlet, Calgary, Alberta
T2W 6E0, CANADA
Product: PrintEnvelope
Author: Maurer Associates
Address: 15 Lakeside Plaza, 164 Lake Street, Newburgh NY
12550-5243
Fax: 914-562-6613
Queries: 914-562-6600
Product: EASY BANKING
Author: The Durol Company
Address: 5825 Malvern Ave., Burnaby, BC, V5E 3E6, CANADA
Orders: 604-524-1765
Queries: 604-524-1765
Products: FDplot, HandyDOS
Author: Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
Address: HCR 62, Box 100K, Great Cacapon, WV 25422
Product: LambChop
Author: LambWare
th
Address: 6955 29 Terrace North, St Pete, FL 33710
Orders: 813-525-3162
Queries: 813-525-3162
Products: CROSSDOWN, ENIGMACROSS
Author: CROSSDOWN
Address: 133 Akron Street Rochester, NY 14609-7618
Queries: 716-482-8092
Product: $tokTraX
Author: Stoktrax Systems
Address: 2419 Hodges Bend Circle, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Author: ThunderWare (tm)
Address: P.O. Box 26263, Rochester, NY 14626
Queries: 716-723-1352
Product: Save the Planet
Author: Save the Planet Software
Address: P.O. Box 45, Pitkin, CO 81241
Orders: 303-641-5035
Queries: 303-641-5035
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 550
Product: My Little Realm
Author: My Little Realm
Address: 637 Wyckoff Avenue, Suite 297, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Product: YieldBook
Author: Compound Solutions
Address: 1170 Bower Hill Road - #614, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Product: Home Sales System
Author: Grumpyware
Address: 9794 Forest Lane, Suite 127, Dallas, TX 75243
Orders: 214-340-5231
Queries: 214-340-5231
Product: NED
Author: David L. Dight
Address: P.O. Box 280 Kings Cross, N.S.W. 2011 AUSTRALIA.
Fax: +61-2 251-1072
Queries: +61-2 331-4521
Product: FlexBase
Author: National MicroSystems
Address: #1210 - 341 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario,
Canada M5S 1W8
Orders: 416-599-1228
Queries: 416-599-1228
Product: LEANER
Author: MoonStone Software
Address: P.O. Box 32725, Phoenix, AZ 85064
Orders: 602-955-4266
Queries: 602-955-4266
Product: First Expedition
Author: Steve Englestad
Address: 9921 Carmel Mountain Road, Suite 301, San Diego, CA
92129
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation
Address: P. O. Box 2323, Merrifield, VA 22116-2323
Orders: 800-992-8170
Fax: 703-698-0857
Queries: 800-992-8170
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Author: ACK Software
Address: 298 W. Audubon Drive, Shepherdsville, KY 40165-8836
Orders: 502-955-7527
Queries: 502-955-7527
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 551
Product: THE MORTGAGE MISER
Author: Practical Solutions
Address: 16541 Redmond Way, Suite 343, Redmond, WA 98052-4463
Orders: 206-868-3336
Fax: 206-885-7704
Queries: 206-868-3336
Product: Jewel Thief
Author: ServantWare
Address: 1426 Brookfield Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Orders: 313-741-1711
Queries: 313-741-1711
Products: CROSSWORD POWER, GRADE BOOK POWER, SURVEY POWER,
WORDSEARCH POWER
Author: WISCO Computing
Address: P.O. Box 8, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495-0008
Orders: 715-423-8189
Queries: 715-423-8189
Product: AM-EDIT
Author: PLC Software
Address: 1572 Montgomery Highway; Suite 104D; Birmingham, AL
35216
Orders: 205-822-1619
Queries: 205-822-1619
Products: Diamond Data, On This Day
Author: The Software Construction Co.
Address: P.O. Box 160, North Billerica, MA 01862-0160
Products: PUTMAIL, See Mail
Author: Gnosis Inc
Address: 7116 Lory Lane, Lanham, MD 20706-1114
Orders: 800-359-9998
Products: PC Chart (CGA/HGC), PC-CHART (EGA/VGA)
Author: Guru Systems Ltd.
Address: 314 E. Holly #106, Bellingham, WA, 98225-4736
Orders: 604-299-1010
Queries: 604-299-1010
Product: Serial++ Asynch Comm Library
Author: Cortlandt Technologies
Address: P.O. Box 195, Pleasantville, NY 10570
Orders: 914-737-8649
Queries: 914-737-8649
Products: MERIT BADGE TRACKER, PACK TRACKER, PARTY TRACKER, SHIP
TRACKER, TRAINING TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine
Address: 321 1/2 Gorman Avenue; Laurel, MD 20707-4707
Orders: 301-490-7104
Queries: 301-490-7104
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 552
Product: 3 ball Juggler
Author: First Magnitude
Address: 175 E. Alex-Bell Rd. Suite 220-316 Dayton OH 45459
Queries: 513-436-0232
Product: PowerIntsall
Author: W.S. Ataras Engineering
Address: 1125 Balclutha Dr. #K108, Foster City, CA 94404
Queries: 408-648-3662
Product: KP5
Author: Peter Charpentier
Address: 47 Meeting House Hill Rd, Durham, CT 06422
Product: REXL-Lazarillo de Tormes
Author: REXL
Address: 734 Camino Catalina, Solan Beach, CA 92075
Queries: 619-481-0781
Product: Sell More Software
Author: Droege Computing Services, Inc.
Address: 3200 Croasdaile Drive, Ste 304, Durham NC 27705
Orders: 919-383-9749
Fax: 919-382-7422
Queries: 919-383-9749
Product: The Better Diet Analyzer
Author: Syntonic Software
Address: 3824 Dunlanwood Circle, Charlotte, NC 28226
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 704-542-0473
Product: ACCEL
Author: JSOFT
th
Address: 4108 14 Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Orders: 612-823-7197
Queries: 612-823-7197
Product: EDWORD
Author: FAGERLUND CONSULTING
Address: Lonsdale West Postal Outlet, Box 54053, North
Vancouver, B.C., CANADA, V7M 3L5
Orders: 604-984-7330
Queries: 604-984-7330
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 553
Product: Computer Trivia Quiz
Author: Shoestring Software
Address: P.O. Box 43800, Las Vegas, NV 89116
Product: Lotto Thunder
Author: Charles P.Staats
Address: P.O. Box 6514, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359
Product: Aerosoft Fitness Log
Author: Aerosoft
Address: PO Box 501010, Indianapolis, IN 46256
Orders: 317-849-7659
Queries: 317-849-7659
Product: Stable - Technical Graphs
Author: WINTERRA Software Group
Address: PO Box 4106, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Orders: 303-470-6323
Fax: 303-470-6323
Queries: 303-470-6323
Product: fastmenu GOLD
Author: jwh: SoftWare
Address: PO Box 410, 9500 St.Rt.61, Berlin Heights, OH 44814
Orders: 419-588-3608
Queries: 419-588-3608
Products: PAGE COUNT, TEACHER, YRWAY, YRWAYx.ZIP
Author: Tinker Software
Address: P.O. Box 3429, Kent, WA 98032
Fax: 206-852-7708
Product: PREP
Author: Southwind Software
Address: P.O. Box 273228, Concord Ca., 94527-3228
Product: TransferTIME (TTIME)
Author: RGH Software
Address: Route 1, Box 24 Reed City, MI 49677-9801
Queries: 616-832-4694
Product: Professional Master Key
Author: Public Brand Software
Address: 3750 Kentucky Ave Indianapolis IN 46241
Orders: 317-856-7571
Queries: 317-856-7535
Product: BRAINdead2
Author: Michael Donat
Address: P.O.Box 948 Springdale AR 72765-0948
Orders: 501-442-0301
Queries: 501-442-0301
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 554
Product: DOS Extensions for Professional
Author: Allison Software
Address: 166 Shady Lane, Apollo, PA 15613
Orders: 800-837-1492
Queries: 412-727-2198
Product: Personal Golf Tracker
Author: John L. Hancock
Address: 2713 Trelawny Dr. Clarksville, TN 37043
Products: KEYTREE TOOLBOX, KEYTREE UTILITIES
Author: REWSE CONSULTANTS LIMITED
Address: 44 HORSESHOE ROAD, PANGBOURNE, BERKSHIRE RG8 7JL, UK
Orders: 0734 842443
Product: PCStat
Author: PC Information Systems
Address: 1517 S. Virginia Suite 259, Reno, NV 89502-2807
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 702-342-0376
Products: Folders, Sloop Manager
Author: Sloop Software
Address: 6457 Mesedge Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Queries: 719-260-0433
Product: EliteCheck
Author: Taewoong Jeon
Address: P.O. Box 166101, Chicago, IL 60616-6101
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Product: CM_FILER
Author: NoVaSoft
Address: 3239 Riverview Dr., Triangle, VA 22172
Orders: 703-221-1833
Queries: 703-221-1833
Products: EVA, Listico, PRO$TOCK, PROMASTER
Author: Gateway Software
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Address: 61 East 8 Street, Suite 128, New York, NY 10003
Products: Money Smith, MS Financial Calculator
Author: Money Smith Systems
Address: P.O. Box 333, Converse, TX 78109
Orders: 800-242-4775
Products: DiscTrak System, MuziTrak System
Author: Blam Entertainment Group
Address: 916 Tanguay Court, Kanata, Ontario, CANADA K2L 3X5
Orders: 613-591-7777
Queries: 613-591-7777
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 555
Product: Movie Guide
Author: SANDD Software
Address: PO Box 3587 Reston VA 22090
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Queries: 703-444-8655
Product: HOME BUDGET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: Brentson Worrell
Address: 6404 Mornay Dr., Tampa, FL 33615
Orders: 813-886-2282
Queries: 813-886-2282
Products: -=Tab123=-, Custom#Menu, LaunchCAD
Author: Mountain Software
Address: 1579 Nottingham Road, Charleston, WV 25314
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 304-744-7748
Product: Browse/2
Author: Wolf Software Design
Address: 6369 Caminito Flecha, San Diego, CA 92111 USA
Orders: 619-292-7706
Queries: 619-292-7706
Products: ConvDW, TextCon, TextOut/5
Author: CrossCourt Systems
Address: 1521 Greenview Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823
Orders: 517-332-4353
Queries: 517-332-4353
Products: Command Post, WinBatch, WinCheck, WinEdit
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
Address: 2701 California Ave SW #212
Orders: 800-762-8383
Fax: 206-935-7129
Queries: 206-937-9335
Products: DICOGO, DIMANAGE
Author: DI Management Corporation
Address: PO Box 429152, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Queries: 513-831-4122
Products: QPACS, XPENS
Author: Richard A. Williams
Address: P.O. Box 1311, Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Queries: 815-455-6333
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 556
Product: Flex
Author: Logical Systems
Address: PO Box 181, Jacksonville AR 72076-0181
Product: TAPCIS
Author: Support Group, Inc.
Address: Lake Technology Park, McHenry, MD 21541-0130
Orders: 800-USA-GROUP
Fax: 301-387-7322
Queries: 301-387-4500
Products: CALendar preview for SideKick 2, CALendar RePorT for
SideKick+, CALendar report for TRaVel, Resident Task Manager
Author: WetZoft Applications
Address: 788 Martin Ct West, Severn, MD 21144-2213
Orders: 301-969-9385
Queries: 301-969-9385
Products: Book of Changes, By the Numbers, Citizen, Creativity
Package, Crystal Ball, Curses!, Fortune Teller, Geomancy, Hard
at Work, I.Q. Challenge, LoveDOS, Maillist / M-Label, Mayan
Calendar, NAG, Penname, Personal Tarot, Poetry Generator,
Recap, Richard Webster's Aura Reading, Richard Webster's
Numerology, Soothsayer aka Oracle, Workbase, Your ESP Test
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Address: P.O. Box 8059, Mission Hills, CA 91346
Orders: 800-242-4775
Fax: 713-524-6398
Products: 4EDIT, 4ZIP/4UNZIP, XDIR
Author: XD Systems
Address: 1014 Shipman Lane, McLean, VA 22101
Orders: 703-821-3215
Queries: 703-821-3215
Product: Family Tree Print Utility
Author: Common Sense Software
Address: 2068 Trailwood Drive Cincinnati, OH 45230-1494
Orders: 513-231-0730
Queries: 513-231-0730
Product: AutoCon
Author: Larry Weaver
Address: PO Box 2639, Weaverville, CA 96093-2639
Orders: 916-623 5045
Queries: 916-623 5045
Products: ALLY, CADET
Author: Wasco Technical Software
Address: 1211 Grand Junction Drive, Katy, TX 77450
Orders: 713-392-1359
Fax: 713-392-1359
Queries: 713-392-1359
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 557
Product: SwimBase
Author: Words to Go
Address: 2710 Apple Way, Dunkirk, MD 20754-9705
Orders: 301-855-6427
Queries: 301-855-6427
Product: PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems
Address: 418 Church Road, Sicklerville, NJ 08081-1727
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 609-875-5433
Product: Paint Shop Pro
Author: JASC, Inc.
Address: 17743 Evener Way, Eden Prairie, MN 55346
Orders: 612-934-7117
Fax: 612-934-7117
Queries: 612-934-7117
Product: Multilevel Marketing Simulator
Author: LRV Company
Address: PO Box 631, Nesconset, NY 11767
Queries: 516-360-9178
Products: Book Librarian, Household Register, SoundMasterDb,
Video Librarian
Author: TurboSystemsCo
Address: P.O. Box 965368, Marietta, GA 30066
Orders: 800-257-7221
Fax: 404-516-1049
Queries: 404-516-8575
Products: Church Membership Tracking Sys, Home Helper, Smart Home
Shopper
Author: Torbert Data Systems, INC.
Address: P. O. Box 9218 Chesapeake, VA 23321
Orders: 804-488-5506
Queries: 804-488-5506
Products: PeeWee(tm) for Boy Scout Troops, PeeWee(tm) for Cub
Scout Packs
Author: SoftIdeas
Address: P.O. Box 430049, Houston, TX 77243-0049
Orders: 713-467-3126
Queries: 713-467-3126
Products: The Evergreen Tools, PACE, Pro-Bat I
Author: Mark Tigges
Address: 2925 Altamont Cresent, West Vancouver BC, CANADA V7V
3B9
Orders: 604-926-0366
Queries: 604-926-0366
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 558
Product: BCS Menu Program
Author: Bristol Computing Systems, Inc.
Address: Suite 162, 200 Linden Street, P.O. Box 9009,
Wellesley, MA 02181
Products: Calculation Solitaire, Canfield For Windows, ZiPaper
Author: Daniel Thomas
Address: 2301 North Huron Circle, Placentia, CA 92670
Queries: 714-524-5625
Product: dtSearch
Author: DT Software, Inc.
Address: 2101 Crystal Plaza Arcade, Suite 231, Arlington, VA
22202
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 703-521-9427
Product: Easy Access
Author: TengWare Enterprises
Address: 28162 Amable, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Orders: 714-587-1025
Queries: 714-587-1025
Product: LOGIK MENU
Author: LOGIVISION INC.
Address: P.O. Box 396, Sherbrooke, Qc, Canada, J1H 5J7
Orders: 819-823-6761
Fax: 819-823-8000
Queries: 819-823-6761
Product: ZZT Arcade-Adventure Game
Author: Potomac Computer Systems
Address: 10406 Holbrook Drive
Product: Bmenu
Author: Mark Strong
Address: 2936 Orchard Knoll Ct, Cincinnati, OH 45239
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Fax: 713-524-6398
Product: CatScan
Author: Rochester Heritage
Address: 72 Knapp Ave. Rochester, NY 14609
Products: Integrity Master(tm), MAZE3
Author: Stiller Research
Address: 2625 Ridgeway St., Tallahassee, FL 32310
Orders: 800-788-0787
Fax: 904-575-7884
Queries: 904-575-7884
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 559
Product: Brother's Keeper
Author: John Steed
Address: 6907 Childsdale Rd., Rockford, MI 49341
Product: Federal Express Label Printer
Author: TVSWare [Thomas V. Sollas III]
Address: 1128 Borden Ave., Apt. 1, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
Queries: 908-295-5543
Products: Btr Help!, Btr Watch, Mass-Store Copy, Volcano Hunter
Author: Informative Technologies
Address: 1718 M Street NW, Suite 292, Washington, DC,
20036-4504
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Fax: 202-676-4529
Queries: 202-675-4528
Product: PAK
Author: NoGate Consulting
Address: PO Box 88115 Grand Rapids MI 49518-0115
Orders: 616-530-9950
Fax: 616-530-2676
Queries: 616-530-9950
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 560
Product: Recon(tm)
Author: Amdox Co. Ltd.
Address: 217 Terrace Hill Street, Brantford, Ontario, Canada
N3R 1G8
Orders: 519-752-5453
Product: HiMOVE
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Address: Postfach 42, A-5025 Salzburg, AUSTRIA
Products: DOS Summary, DOS Summary (Hypertext), TUTOR.COM
Author: Computer Knowledge
Address: PO Box 91176, Los Angeles, CA 90009-1176
Products: BATUTIL, STACKEY
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Address: Suite 133, 260 South Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
Orders: 800-872-4768
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates
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Address: 117 W. Harrison Bldg., 6 floor, Suite S-678,
Chicago, IL 60605
Product: BakupWiz
Author: PCX
Address: 4874 Alberson Court, Suite 110, Carmel Valley, CA
92130
Orders: 619-259-9797
Fax: 619-481-6474
Queries: 619-259-9797
Product: BESTTEST
Author: WiseWare
Address: P.O. Box 148130 Chicago, IL 60614
Product: PENDULUM - computer experiments
Author: SCIENCE FUN
Address: 15 Seeley St., Brookhaven, NY 11719
Product: PC-FOOD
Author: Schreck Software
Address: 1420 Interlachen Circle, Woodbury, MN 55125
Orders: 612-731-6822
Queries: 612-731-6822
Products: DialThat, LaserForm, Mercury
Author: Real Software
Address: PO Box 1680, Soquel, CA, 95073 USA
Orders: 408-476-3550
Fax: 408-476-3550
Queries: 408-476-3550
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 561
Product: Time is Money
Author: Custom Data Solutions
Address: 248 Wood Lake Drive, Maitland, FL 32751
Orders: 407-767-9278
Fax: 407-767-9712
Products: PC Canary, The ShareWare Book, TimeTrac
Author: Compass / New England
Address: POBox 117, Portsmouth, NH 03802-0117
Orders: 603-431 8030
Queries: 603-431 8030
Products: AlbumMaster, CassetteMaster, CDMaster, CompUser,
DayMaster, DiZk4D, DiZkND, LessonPlanZ, OMNIDay, OMNIDiZk,
OMNIMeal, PostCardMaster, SoundZ, VideoMaster, WordZ, ZideCar,
Zpeller
Author: Unicorn Software Limited
Address: P.O. Box 911 Wabash, IN 46992-0911
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Queries: 219-563-HOME
Products: LQMATRIX, MEMORY
Author: Jimmy Paris Software
Address: 906 Old Farm Rd., Charlottesville, VA 22903
Queries: 804-295-5496
Product: DISK SPOOL II
Author: Budget Software Company
Address: P.O. Box 12282; Aurora, CO 80012
Orders: 303-695 9095
Queries: 303-695 9095
Product: BOOT.SYS
Author: Hans Salvisberg
Address: Bellevuestr. 18, CH-3095 Berne, SWITZERLAND
Product: pE - The "perfect" Editor(tm)
Author: Just Excellent Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 1996, Media, PA 19063
Queries: 215-565-7780
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 562
Product: Technical Editor
Author: Superior Soft
Address: P.O. Box 17355, Irvine, CA 92714
Products: NAMEGRAM, PIANOMAN
Author: Neil J. Rubenking
Address: 86 Midcrest Way, San Francisco, CA 94131
Orders: 800-USA-GROU
Product: PC-INFO
Author: Cheat River Engineering
Address: 23 Richwood Place / P. O. Box 289 / Denville, NJ
07834-0289
Orders: 201-627-5460
Queries: 201-627-5460
Products: Brandon's Big Lunchbox, Hotnet
Author: Robichaux and Associates
Address: P. O. Box 82311, Baton Rouge, LA 70884
Orders: 504-752-2620
Fax: 504-751-2722
Queries: 504-752-2620
Products: BLANK-IT, TrikTrak
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 748, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Orders: 401-658-4632
Fax: 401-658-4632
Queries: 401-658-4632
Products: ALPHAQUOTE, CODE TO CODE
Author: AlphaBytes, Inc.
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Address: 111 8 St., S.E., Washington, DC 20003
Orders: 202-546-4119
Fax: 202-547-5133
Queries: 202-546-4119
Products: Convert To Structured BASIC, Mille French Card Game,
PBfmt, Total Control, Your Numerologist
Author: Unique Software
Address: P.O. Box 26613, Ft. Worth, TX 76126-0613
Fax: 817-249-4284
Products: HyperPAD, Show Partner Lite
Author: Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd.
Address: 421 University Building, Syracuse NY 13202
Orders: 800-444-3490
Fax: 315-472-1732
Queries: 800-444-3490
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 563
Products: BridgePal, Names & Dates, PC-Names
Author: WR Software
Address: PO Box 4819, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Orders: 510-930-0369
Queries: 510-930-0369
Product: VAR Grade
Author: VARed Software
Address: 1490 Calle Fidelidad, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-6819
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Queries: 805-523-7546
Product: 4DOS
Author: JP Software Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 1470, East Arlington, MA 02174, USA
Orders: 800-368-8777
Fax: 617-646-0904
Queries: 617-646-3975
Products: PrintCAD, PrintGL, Ravitz Editor
Author: Ravitz Software Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 25068, Lexington, KY 40524-5068
Queries: 606-268-4223
Product: XRS ("eXpress Response System")
Author: Smokin' Software
Address: 995 Buck Hall Landing, McClellanville, S.C. 29458
Orders: 803-928-3332
Queries: 803-928-3332
Product: InContext
Author: Rams' Island Software
Address: 7644 Lakecliff, Parker, CO 80134-5904
Orders: 303-841-2848
Queries: 303-841-2848
Products: SWAPDOS, SWAPDS, SWAPLM, SWAPMM, SWAPNG, SWAPSK,
SWAPTN, TCXL User Interface Development, TesSeRact Compression
System, TesSeRact File Management, TesSeRact Printer Control,
TesSeRact Screen Designer, TesSeRact TSR Devel. System
Author: Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
Address: 122 North York Road, Suite 5, Hatboro. PA 19040
Orders: 215-443-9705
Fax: 215-443-9753
Queries: 215-443-9705
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc.
Address: 1674 Broadway, New York, NY 10019
Orders: 212-262-4982
Queries: 212-262-4982
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 564
Product: ORGANIZE
Author: David H. Pritchett
Address: P.O. Box 7273 Macon, GA 31209-7273
Products: Charge Account Management Prog., Checkbook Management
Program, Savings Account Management Prg.
Author: M. P. Data
Address: 113 Foxport Dr., Kingsport, TN 37664-5626
Queries: 615-349-7744
Products: Simply Help!, Simply Labels
Author: SimpleWare
Address: P.O. Box 877 Windsor, NF Canada A0H 2H0
Queries: 709-489-3757
Products: Painless Accounting, Painless Acct/Payroll Companion,
Painless Event Processor, Painless Menu Manager, Painless
Payroll
Author: Painless Accounting
Address: 4401 Birdsong Plano, TX 75093
Orders: 800-521-9905
Fax: 214-596-9164
Queries: 800-521-9905
Products: AMORTIZATION TABLE, ELECTRON, FAST INVOICE WRITER, FAST
STATEMENT WRITER, MULTIFILE-XL, PAYMENT BOOK WRITER
Author: H&P Software
Address: 218 Newman Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81005
Orders: 719-561-0810
Queries: 719-561-0810
Products: BatchMaker Plus, CNC-Transedit, Directory-Manifest,
LOANS & SAVINGS, MathAttack, TRIG-IT & GEO-DIM
Author: Northland Multisoft
Address: 1501 S. Glendora Ave. Glendora CA 91740
Orders: 818-963-6355
Queries: 818-963-6355
Products: Easydial, PALERT, PATTR, PCOPY, PDAILY, PDEL, PPRINT,
PSEARCH, PTOUCH, RECALL
Author: Patri-Soft
Address: 2900 Adams St. Suite C-210, Riverside, CA 92504
Orders: 800-242-4775
Fax: 714-352-1527
Queries: 714-352-2820
Product: Easy Project
Author: Parcell Software
Address: P.O. Box 165 Geneva, Il 60134 U.S.A.
Orders: 708-232-6328
Fax: 708-232-6339
Queries: 708-232-6328
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 565
Products: Bass Class, BassTour, Tikler
Author: Olsen Outdoors
Address: 68 Hartwell Avenue, Littleton, MA 01460
Queries: 508-486-3042
Products: PathProj, RXridge, RXtraces
Author: softRX shareware
Address: 5261 Woodfield Drive North; Carmel, IN 46032-8795
Product: Cash Control
Author: Adrian-Thomas Developments, Inc.
Address: P.O Box 532, Orleans, Ontario, Canada, K1C 1S9
Orders: 613-837-0684
Queries: 613-837-0684
Products: Magic Brush & Magic Show, What's Up(tm)
Author: Nassib Nassar
Address: 4035 Livingstone Pl., Durham, NC 27707
Products: IDP-ACTIVITY, IDP-ARREST, IDP-EMS, IDP-INSURE, IDP-
LABELER, IDP-MEMBER, IDP-PDBASE, IDP-SALES, W - The Note Writer
Author: Infinity Data Products
Address: 1404 Old Cape Rd. Ste 203, P.O. Box 533, Jackson, MO
63755
Orders: 800-776-3304
Fax: 314-243-6083
Queries: 314-243-8483
Product: SeedMaster
Author: White Harvest Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 97153, Raleigh, NC 27624-7153
Orders: 919-870-0775
Queries: 919-870-0775
Product: MakeDemo
Author: WindhamWoods Publishing
Address: P. O. Box 314, Windham, NH 03087 U. S. A.
Orders: 800.487.2667
Queries: 603.893.2667
Products: Badge-O-Magic, dLITE, WAMPUM, Zephyr
Author: Ward Mundy Software
Address: 4160 Club Drive, Atlanta, GA 30319
Orders: 404-237-9420
Fax: 404-237-1167
Queries: 404-237-9420
Product: pEDIT PLUS
Author: T. G. Muench
Address: P.O. Box 11536, Prescott, AZ 86304-1536
Queries: 602-445-2479
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 566
Products: DasBOOT!, EGAWHEEL, VGAWHEEL, WINWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Address: 507 Washington Gdns, Washington, NJ 07882-9205
Products: The Children's Graphics Program, Dad's Choice, Dr.
Motes' Colorbook, Mom's Math, School-Mom
Author: Motes Educational Software
Address: PO BOX 575, Siloam Springs, AR 72761
Orders: 501-524-8741
Queries: 501-524-8741
Product: Disk OrGanizer (DOG)
Author: Soft GAM's Software
Address: P. O. Box 1311, Mendocino, CA 95460-1311
Queries: 707-961-1632
Products: dBF-View, STAFF-BASE, STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY, STAFF-
DEVELOPER, STAFF-DIAL, STAFF-GRAF, STAFF-INTEGRATOR, STAFF-
KICK, STAFF-MASK, STAFF-REPORT, STAFF-UTIL
Author: MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
Address: Im Mainfeld 23, D-6000 Frankfurt/M 71, Germany
Orders: 0049-69-6702652
Fax: 0049-69-676017
Queries: 0049-6196-48524
Products: DIRECT MAINT, FILE PATCH, MORFORM, MORSOFT CALCULATOR,
PC SYSTEM MANAGER
Author: MORSOFT
Address: 9859 IH-10 West, 107/811
Orders: 800-662-0028
Queries: 512-561-0731
Product: The Window BOSS & Data Clerk
Author: Star Guidance Consulting, Inc.
Address: 273 Windy Drive, Waterbury, CN 06705
Orders: 203-574-2449
Fax: 203-755-8842
Queries: 203-574-2449
Product: Find Area Code (FAC)
Author: Mountain Data Systems
Address: 8531 East Dry Creek Place, Englewood, CO 80112-2701
Orders: 303-773-9515
Queries: 303-773-9515
Products: PC-STRAN(tm), PCBRIDGE(tm)
Author: Joe Murphy
Address: P.O. Box 56164, Madison, WI 53705-9464
Queries: 608-274-1946
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 567
Product: QEdit(R) Advanced
Author: SemWare
Address: 4343 Shallowford Rd, Suite C3A, Marietta, GA
30062-5022
Orders: 404-641-9002
Fax: 404-640-6213
Queries: 404-641-9002
Product: JEPRS (Jeepers!)
Author: Louis M. Miranda
Address: P.O. Box 822894, Dallas, TX 75382
Queries: 214-522-5110
Products: FBNCAT, OffLoad
Author: FBN Software
Address: P.O. Box 160867, Cupertino CA 95016
Queries: 408-446-9039
Product: Systems Manager
Author: MiCord
Address: P.O. Box 1344, Midland, MI 48640
Orders: 517-631-4367
Queries: 517-631-4367
Product: PCBUDGET
Author: ProLogic Software
Address: P.O. Box 71 - Loveland, Ohio 45140
Orders: 513-677-1754
Queries: 513-677-1754
Product: SR-Info
Author: Sub Rosa Publishing Inc.
Address: 1170 Sheppard Ave. W., Unit 34, Downsview, ON M3K 2A3
Orders: 416-398-8414
Fax: 416-398-8415
Queries: 416-398-8414
Products: PC-AP Accounts Payable, PC-AR Accounts Receivable, PC-
GL General Ledger, PC-PR Payroll Writing, PCINV Invoice Writing
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware
Address: 1461 Sproul Avenue, Napa, CA 94559
Orders: 707-255-4475
Fax: 707-255-9266
Queries: 707-255-4475
Product: The Retailer
Author: RetailWare
Address: 2107 West Britton Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73120-1577
USA
Orders: 405-749-1763
Fax: 405-751-5629
Queries: 405-749-1763
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 568
Product: DMP
Author: DMP Software
nd
Address: 204 E. 2 Ave., Suite 610, San Mateo, CA 94401
Fax: 415-341-2702
Queries: 415-341-2702
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software
Address: P.O. Box 3607 MDSE MART, Chicago IL 60657-0607
Orders: 310-439-6104
Fax: 312-477-0925
Queries: 310-439-6104
Products: EM Klondike, EM Poker Solitaire, EM Pyramid
Author: EM Software
Address: Station A, P.O. Box 2052 Champaign, IL 61825-2052
Fax: 217-367-9346
Product: PC-DEAL
Author: KINDRED SPIRITS
Address: 1407 Finntown Road, Waldoboro, Maine 04572
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Fax: 713-524-6394
Product: FIELD GENERAL
Author: rbm software
Address: 13117 Broughton Way, Austin, TX 78727-3147
Orders: 512-388-0830
Queries: 512-388-0830
Product: MegaHost
Author: ASCII Computer Enterprises
Address: 231 Market Place #353, San Ramon, CA 94583
Orders: 800-242-4775 #10391
Products: Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT), Humongous Cave Adventure,
Pascal Robots (P-ROBOTS)
Author: Softworks
Address: 43064 Via Moraga, Mission San Jose, CA 94539
Orders: 510-659-0533
Queries: 510-659-0533
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 569
Products: PMZIP, WinZip
Author: Nico Mak
Address: P.O. Box 919, Bristol, CT 06011-0919
Orders: 800-242-4775
Product: An Ounce Of Prevention
Author: Pete Maclean
Address: P. O. Box 591359, San Francisco, CA 94159-1359
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Fax: 415-751-4635
Products: LiteComm, LiteSPC
Author: Information Technology, Ltd.
Address: 5 Park Blvd., Lincoln, RI 02865
Orders: 401-724-2730
Queries: 401-724-2730
Products: STS26, World Name Game, WORLD29
Author: Robert L. Lloyd
Address: 191 Via De La Reina, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Products: Balloons, DrawSome
Author: AssistWare
Address: 1505 Sedwick Rd., Durham, NC 27713
Orders: 919-544-5567
Queries: 919-544-5567
Products: CtrlcLib, PC-FasType/CGA, PC-FasType/MONO
Author: Trendtech Corporation
Address: P.O. Box 3687, Wayne, NJ 07474-3687 U.S.A.
Orders: 201-694-8622
Fax: 201-694-2543
Queries: 201-694-8622
Products: Dinger, Enveloper, WOPR-WinWord Office POWER Pack
Author: Pinecliffe International
Address: Post Office Drawer 7337 - Coal Creek Canyon - Golden
CO 80403
Orders: 800-OK-WINWORD
Queries: 303-642-0604
Products: Multi-level Pull-down Menus, Multi-level Pull-down
Menus, Multi-level Virtual Windows, Multi-level virtual
windows, QWIK Screen Utilities, QWIK Screen Utilities for C,
STRG String Processing Routines
Author: Eagle Performance Software
Address: P.O. Box 292786
Orders: 214-539-7855
Fax: 817-457-2429
Queries: 214-539-7855
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 570
Product: Oak Hill Vi(tm)
Author: Oak Hill Software, Inc.
Address: 73 Hillyer Circle, Middletown, NJ 07748 USA
Orders: 908-671-8544
Queries: 908-671-8544
Products: LCD: Led's Change Directory, SST: the Supersonic Search
Tool
Author: Keith Ledbetter
Address: 4240 Ketcham Drive Chesterfield, VA 23832
Queries: 804-674-0780
Products: DosEA 1--For Absolute Beginners, DosEA 2--What is DOS?,
DosEA 3--10 Easy Commands, DosEA 4--Find That Command!, DosEA
5--All About MS-DOS 5.0, DosEA 6--Switched on DOS, Hangman for
Students, Nine Men's Morris, Quick Shop, Tear Down the Wall
Author: Langin Software
rd
Address: 532 W. 3 St., Centralia, IL 62801
Orders: 618-532-4899
Fax: 618-532-0075
Queries: 618-532-4899
Products: Lotto Challenger, Windows Lotto
Author: Data Solutions
Address: 1529 Thistledown Drive, Brandon, FL 33510
Orders: 800-783-8934
Queries: 813-653-3093
Products: C.A.R.S., JDIR, Print-it
Author: Cybernetic Software
Address: P. O. Box 3594, Skokie IL 60076
Orders: 708-677-8358
Fax: 708-677-8358
Queries: 708-677-8358
Product: The Pool Manager
Author: American Systems
Address: Post Office Box 604, LaGrange, IL 60525-0604
Product: AFFORD IT???
Author: Garrett Krueger Software Development
Address: P.O. Box 17037, St. Paul, MN 55117
Orders: 612-776-9942
Queries: 612-776-9942
Product: Calendar Keeper
Author: Dataphile Software
Address: 7058 Sandpiper, Kalamazoo, MI, 49002
Orders: 616-327-7811
Queries: 616-327-7811
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 571
Products: 4Print, Babble!
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc.
Address: 230 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011
Orders: 800-KA-PROGS
Fax: 212-242-2599
Queries: 212-242-1790
Products: FPLAN-Captital Needs Planner, FPLAN-Education Funding
Planner, FPLAN-Income Protection Planner, FPLAN-Personal
Financial Plnr, FPLAN-Retirement Planner
Author: First Financial Software
Address: P.O. Box 592967, Orlando, FL 32859-2967
Orders: 800-736-4920
Queries: 407-352-2529
Products: TreeTop, TreeTop PLUS
Author: Kilgore Software
Address: P.O. Box 2291, West Sacramento, CA 95691
Orders: 800-TREETOP
Queries: 916-371-3715
Product: SNAP!
Author: Walter J. Kennamer
Address: 7027 Dunstans Lane
Products: ELMER, LAN-LINK, PC-HAM, STARTREK the Computer Program,
WHATS-UP
Author: Software for Amateur Radio
Address: POB 3419, Silver Spring, MD 20918
Queries: 301-593-6136
Products: ALITE, AS-EASY-AS, DRAFT CHOICE
Author: TRIUS, Inc.
Address: P.O. BOX 249, N. Andover, MA 01845-0249
Orders: 800-GO TRIUS
Fax: 508-688-6381
Queries: 508-794-9377
Products: Crossword Clipper for Windows, Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE
Address: 35250 Silver Leaf Circle, Yucaipa, CA 92399, United
States
Orders: 714-797-3091
Queries: 714-797-3091
Product: Recursive Realm
Author: Austin Software Design
Address: P.O. Box 30133, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Orders: 303-242-7606
Queries: 303-242-7606
Products: DAYO ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (AP), DAYO ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
(AR), DAYO BACK ORDERS (BO), DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9, DAYO BILLING
& INVOICING, DAYO END OF PERIOD, DAYO GENERAL LEDGER (GL), DAYO
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 572
INDEX, DAYO INVENTORY, DAYO LITTLE POS, DAYO LOOKUP, DAYO
MEMBERSHIP, DAYO MENU, DAYO MRP, DAYO ORDER ENTRY, DAYO
PASSWORDS, DAYO PAYROLL, DAYO POS (POINT OF SALE), DAYO PRICE
BOOK, DAYO QUOTES, DAYO RENTAL POS, DAYO RETURN MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM, DAYO RETURNS & REFUNDS, DAYO SIMPLE POS, DAYO SMART
REPORTS, DAYO TIME & BILLING
Author: TJS LAB, Inc.
Address: 5104 N. Orange Blossom Trail, #200, Orlando, FL 32810
Orders: 407-292-4708
Fax: 407-295-1704
Queries: 407-291-3960
Product: TimeStax
Author: Johnson Technologies
Address: 10564 N. Blaney Avenue, Cupertino, CA. 95014
Orders: 408-255-4213
Fax: 408-253-9994
Queries: 408-255-4213
Product: VIDEOCAT
Author: William A. Jackson
Address: 6529 Matilija Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91401
Products: HyperSlide, PlotManager, SlideManager
Author: John Intorcio
Address: 335 Washington Street, Suite 178, Woburn, MA 01880
Orders: 617-246-9640
Queries: 617-246-9640
Products: Total Investor for 1-2-3, Total Investor for Symphony
Author: Hughes Financial Services
Address: P.O. Box 1244, Nashua, NH 03061-1244
Orders: 603-598-4676
Fax: 603-598-4676
Queries: 603-598-4676
Products: Home Money Manager II (and I), ORGANIZE! Professional
Books, ORGANIZE! Your Art Collection, ORGANIZE! Your Books/
Magazines, ORGANIZE! Your CDs & Records, ORGANIZE! Your
Classical Music, ORGANIZE! Your Coin Collection, ORGANIZE! Your
Comic Books, ORGANIZE! Your Fabrics (Sewing), ORGANIZE! Your
Gun Collection, ORGANIZE! Your Home, ORGANIZE! Your Jazz
Collection, ORGANIZE! Your Legal Case Notes, ORGANIZE! Your
Memorabilia, ORGANIZE! Your Model Railroad, ORGANIZE! Your
Office, ORGANIZE! Your Photographs, ORGANIZE! Your Plants/
Garden, ORGANIZE! Your Sports Cards, ORGANIZE! Your Stamp
Collection, ORGANIZE! Your Video Tapes, ORGANIZE! Your Wine
(Cellar), Play 'n' Learn, Your Financial Advisor
Author: HomeCraft Software
Address: P.O. Box 974, Tualatin, OR 97062
Orders: 503-692-3732
Fax: 503-692-0382
Queries: 503-692-3732
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 573
Products: PullDown Menus for DOS, PullDown RT for Developer's
Author: MicroDynamics Development
Address: 1445 Mensch Lane, Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Orders: 800-831-9184
Fax: 215-367-1891
Queries: 215-367-1891
Products: "Cheque-It-Out", Takin' Care of Business! AP, Takin'
Care of Business! AR, Takin' Care of Business! GL, Takin' Care
of Business! IN, Takin' Care of Business! M&C, Takin' Care of
Business! PR, Takin' Care of Business! PS
Author: Hooper International, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 50200 Colorado Springs, CO 80949
Orders: 800-245-7789
Fax: 719-528-8997
Queries: 719-528-8989
Product: WinPost
Author: Eastern Mountain Software
Address: P.O. Box 20178, Columbus, Ohio 43220
Queries: 614-798-0910
Product: SLIM
Author: Dominic Herity
Address: PO Box 3038, Dublin 4, Ireland.
Product: Calendar Mate
Author: Hawk Software
Address: PO Box 3961; Regina, SK S4P 3R9; Canada
Orders: 306-543-8899
Queries: 306-543-8899
Products: EZ-Tree, HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu
Author: MicroFox Company
Address: 3310 Fox Run, P.O. Box 447, Richfield, OH 44286-0447
Orders: 216-659-9489
Fax: 216-659-9489
Queries: 216-659-9489
Products: Ample Notice, LQ
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software
Address: Route 4, Box 216, Boone, NC 28607 USA
Orders: 704-264-6906
Fax: 704-264-4634
Queries: 704-264-6906
Products: BookBank, BookStor
Author: Data By Design
Address: P.O. Box 31994, Charleston, SC 29417
Orders: 803-556-0562
Queries: 803-556-0562
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 574
Product: PowerBatch Compiler
Author: CSD, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 566484 Atlanta, GA 30356-6009
Orders: 404-740-9583
Fax: 404-664-0872
Queries: 404-740-9583
Products: Directory Freedom, the last word
Author: Bit Masons Consulting
Address: 3205 Windsor Ridge Dr., Westboro MA 01581
Orders: 508-898-3321
Queries: 508-898-3321
Products: ActCalendar, ActMenu, AxTrons, Circle Link, CleanUp,
DirBack, DressMeUp, Dueling Dragons, Gopher's Garden, HowTwo,
MaxMan, OutFox, Pallanda, RoDrones, Spider Web, Spin Wall,
Strudle, Super StarTrek, TiltMaze, TriAxis, Vortex
Author: ShareGames
Address: 3174 Hawthorn St, San Diego, CA 92104
Orders: 619-283-0472
Queries: 619-283-0472
Product: MenuEase
Author: Creative Computer
Address: 8868 Continental Dr. Riverside, CA 92504
Orders: 714-687-2421
Queries: 714-687-2421
Products: ENVI-MAN, FILE-MAN, LASR-MAN, MENU-MAN, PATH-MAN
Author: Micrometric
Address: 98 Dade Avenue
Orders: 813-377-2515
Fax: 813-377-2515
Queries: 813-377-2515
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design
Address: 594 Third Avenue, New York, New York 10016
Orders: 212-889-6431
Fax: 212-889-9730
Queries: 212-889-6431
Products: FileXref, ReNamer
Author: ConVal Software, Inc.
Address: 11607 E. Butter Creek Rd., Moorpark, CA 93021
Orders: 805-529-6847
Queries: 805-529-6847
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 575
Product: HUGO III, JUNGLE OF DOOM!
Author: Gray Design Associates
Address: P.O. Box 333, Northboro, MA 01532
Orders: 800-2424-PSL
Product: BlackJack!
Author: Glencoe Computing
Address: 1100 Highway C, Glencoe MO 63038-1404
Orders: 314-458-2863
Queries: 314-458-2863
Products: MAXI Form, NPS - Nominal Pipe Size, Over_LAZ, Over_LAZ
PS, Utility_Belt
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd
Address: PO Box 250, Tiverton, ON CANADA N0G 2T0
Orders: 519-366-2732
Fax: 519-366-2732
Queries: 519-366-2732
Product: PC-GLOSSARY
Author: Disston Ridge, Inc.
nd
Address: 4915 22 Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710-3502
Orders: 800-788-0787
Fax: 813-327-0822
Queries: 813-323-0961
Products: DIREDIT, HDTEST
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc.
Address: 1515 West Montgomery Avenue, Rosemont, PA 19010
Queries: 215-527-4408
Products: QFiler, QFont
Author: Jamestown Software
Address: 2508 Valley Forge Drive, Madison WI 53719
Orders: 608-271-2090
Queries: 608-271-2090
Product: The Address Book Solution
Author: GSF Software & Solutions
Address: 3380 Sheridan Drive, Suite 391, Amherst NY 14226
Queries: 716-283-3804
Products: ACCU BBS Lister, ACCU Music Printer
Author: Kevin Fischer
Address: 16878 Saint James Drive, Poway, CA 92064-1137
Orders: 619-487-5461
Queries: 619-487-5461
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 576
Products: EGA Mouse Paint, HouseHold TRACKER, Melissa's Music
Flashcards, Personal Time Card
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Address: P.O. Box 606, Midway City, CA 92655
Orders: 714-898-7262
Fax: 714-898-7262
Products: ALBUM KEEPER II, FASTMAIL, VIDEO BUFF
Author: CACHE MICROSYSTEMS
Address: 2234 Santa Ynez Ave, San Luis Obispo CA 93405-2144
Queries: 805-549-0532
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research
Address: P.O. Box 2309, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Fax: 619-942-9387
Queries: 619-942-0688
Product: Early Bird
Author: Allan Computer Products
Address: PO Box 2177, Shawnee Mission, KS 66201 USA
Orders: 800-374-5725
Fax: 913-384-3451
Queries: 913-384-5725
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks
Address: P.O. Box 116, McCleary WA 98557
Queries: 206-495-4574
Products: Easy Format, Lite Format, Prgmr's Productivity Pack
Lite, Programmer's Productivity Pack
Author: Falk Data Systems
Address: 5322 Rockwood Court, El Paso, TX 79932-2412
Orders: 915-584-7670
Fax: 915-584-1540
Queries: 915-584-7670
Products: AntiC, ATC: Air Traffic Controller, Border, Capbuf,
CHRONOS, Ecomaster, Fictionary, GREEN, PEG, Quilt, Towers,
UDECIDE, WEBS
Author: Cascoly Software
th
Address: 4528 36 Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Orders: 206-523-6135
Queries: 206-523-6135
Products: PBMouse, PBWindows
Author: Barry Erick
Address: 28 Ridge St ; Dallas, PA 18612
Queries: 717-675-3432
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 577
Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software
Address: P.O. Box 1248, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-1248
Product: SOFF BALLS
Author: Computater Software
Address: 2809 Lordshire Road, Madison WI 53719
Orders: 608-271-1586
Queries: 608-271-1586
Products: Bannerific, Information Please, KICK, KWIKSTAT,
KWIKWRITE, Loan Amortization, PC-CAI, Spell Games
Author: TexaSoft
Address: P.O. Box 1169, Cedar Hill, TX 75104
Orders: 800-955-TEXAS
Fax: 214-291-3400
Queries: 214-291-2115
Products: ESF's DeskJet Fonts & Utilities, ESF's European DeskJet
Fonts, ESF's European LaserJet Fonts, ESF's LaserJet Fonts &
Util., ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts, TSR Download
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts
Address: PO Box 61, Wasco, IL 60183
Orders: 708-377-3520
Fax: 708-377-6402
Queries: 708-377-3520
Products: MenuDIRECT Gold, Point & Shoot Backup/Restore, Point &
Shoot Home Manager, Popup Help & Data (Ph.D.)
Author: Applied Micro Systems Technology
Address: P.O. Box 1784, Stillwater, OK 74076
Orders: 405-377-0444
Queries: 405-377-0444
Products: FileFinder, Shez
Author: California Software Design
Address: P.O. Box 15284, Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Orders: 707-575-9868
Product: WorkQueue
Author: Lane Davis
Address: P.O.Box 1472, Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
Product: LOTTO PROPHET
Author: DataMicro, Inc
Address: PO Box 3527, Port Charlotte, FL 33949
Orders: 800-336-7720
Fax: 813-624-2191
Queries: 813-629-7720
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 578
Product: Peronal Record Keeper
Author: Professional Automated Systems
Address: P.O. Box 129, Roosevelt, NJ 08555-0129
Orders: 609-448-9299
Queries: 609-448-9299
Product: T-Zero
Author: Dennis Cunningham
rd
Address: No. 405, 25-6 NW 23 Pl., Portland, OR 97210-3534
Product: VERSAMAP
Author: Charles H. Culberson
Address: 8 Ritter Lane, Newark, DE 19711
Orders: 302-731-0694
Queries: 302-731-0694
Products: Hearts, PCForm, Q4Tool
Author: CareWare
Address: 10217 Ridge View Dr., Grass Valley, CA 95945
Orders: 916-477-6024
Queries: 916-477-6024
Product: MATCH
Author: SOFTWEST
Address: 5120 Campbell Avenue, Suite 216, San Jose, CA 95130
Fax: 408-370-7096
Queries: 408-370-7095
Product: PATIENCE 10
Author: CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software
Address: P.O. Box 122721, Fort Worth, TX, 76121-2721
Queries: 817-249-0821
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Address: P.O. Box 2039, Kettering, OH 45429-0039
Product: Capital Gainz
Author: DBLinx
Address: P.O. Box 12545, RTP, NC 27709-2545
Orders: 919-469-5196
Queries: 919-469-5196
Products: EZ-Reader, EZ-Reader
Author: Thumper Technologies
Address: P.O. Box 471346
Orders: 918-355-3374
Queries: 918-355-3374
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 579
Product: ActaeOn
Author: Jon Clempner
Address: 20, Norleigh Road, Northenden, Manchester, M22 4AZ,
ENGLAND
Orders: +44-61 998 8592
Product: VINO:FILE Cellar Master
Author: Mark Christian
Address: 7 Campbell Grove, East Hawthorn, 3123, Victoria,
AUSTRALIA.
Orders: 011-61-3-882-3108
Fax: 011-61-3-882-3108
Queries: 011-61-3-882-3108
Products: Plain Vanilla Labels, Rosewood Journal
Author: Rosewood Software
Address: 135-10 Livonia Place, Scarborough, Ontario M1E 4W6
Orders: 416-284-6119
Queries: 416-284-6119
Product: PCM100.COM
Author: Yves Charier
Address: 64 Rue de Charenton, 75012 Paris, FRANCE
Orders: 331-4340-3743
Queries: 331-4340-3743
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp.
Address: P.O. Box 1656, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Orders: 800-634-8188
Fax: 407-738-1712
Queries: 407-738-1712
Products: Basic Program Cross Reference, CIS Billing Orgainizer,
Off-line CIS Catalog Viewer
Author: JNGoodale
Address: 6851 Roswell Road, Unit I-15, Atlanta, GA 30328
Queries: 404-392-0781
Product: Homebuying and Refinancing
Author: Byers Sofware
Address: 7507 Plum Tree Forest Court, Houston, TX 77095
Orders: 713-859-7302
Queries: 713-859-1905
Products: PC-File, TakeNote
Author: ButtonWare
Address: PO Box 96058, Bellevue, WA 98009
Orders: 800-528-8866
Fax: 206-454-1838
Queries: 206-454-0479
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 580
Product: RIE - Rimrock Icon Editor
Author: Rimrock Software
Address: P.O. Box 2406 Hayden, ID 83835-2406
Orders: 208-772-9347
Queries: 208-772-9347
Product: AMORTZ
Author: Oregon Software Group
Address: 9865 SW Eagle Lane, Beaverton, OR 97005-6603
Orders: 503-643-0915
Fax: 503-650-0082
Queries: 503-643-0915
Product: PopDBF
Author: Bowen Software
Address: P O Box 2134, 126 Devron Circle, East Peoria IL 61611
Orders: 800-242-4775
Queries: 309-699-0950
Products: CheckMate Plus, LottoMATIC
Author: Custom Technologies
Address: PO Box 10551, Panama City, FL 32404-1551
Orders: 800-541-6234
Fax: 904-871-5479 X33
Queries: 904-871-5479
Product: VMiX 386
Author: Commercial Software Associates (ComSoft)
Address: P.O. Box 36 Corona del Mar, CA 92625
Queries: 714-720-1214
Products: Nifty James' RAM Disk, Nifty James's File Finder, NJ's
File Finder for Windows
Author: Mike Blaszczak
Address: 8 Concorde Way #A2, Windsor Locks, Connecticut
06096-1546 / USA
Orders: 203-292-1356
Queries: 203-292-1356
Product: TAX91
Author: F. Roland Bjorklund
Address: P.O. Box 1156, Bryans Road, MD 20616
Queries: 301-645-6819
Products: BOOKLET, BOOKLET-SCREEN, Smart10
Author: Sympathetic Software
Address: 9531 Telhan Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Product: ICP
Author: Spirit7 Software, Ltd.
Address: PO Box 777, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Orders: 703-943-4635
Fax: 703-943-4635
Queries: 703-943-4635
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 581
Products: DB2DOC, DB2PRG, QQUERY (All Fox versions), QQUERY
(FoxBASE+ 2.10 version), QQUERY (FoxPro 1.02 version), QQUERY
(FoxPro 2.0 version)
Author: Carlos Berguido
Address: 1722 Capella Court - Petaluma, CA 94954
Orders: 707-762-9067
Queries: 707-762-9067
Products: EXPRESSCALC, EXPRESSCHECK, EXPRESSGRAPH, FILE EXPRESS,
ON-SIDE
Author: Expressware Corporation
Address: PO Box 1800, Duvall, WA 98019
Orders: 800-753-3453
Fax: 206-788-4493
Queries: 206-788-0932
Product: FASTFILE
Author: Interactive Mini Systems, Inc.
Address: 5312 W Tucannon, Kennewick, WA 99336
Orders: 509-783-3829
Queries: 509-783-3829
Product: Rubicon Publisher
Author: Rubicon Computer Labs Inc.
Address: Box 336, Chelsea, QC, Canada J0X 1N0
Orders: 819-770-4317
Fax: 819-770-4317
Queries: 819-770-4317
Product: Newkey
Author: FAB Software
Address: P.O. Box 336, Wayland, MA 01778
Orders: 508-358-6357
Queries: 508-358-6357
Product: Hard Disk Director
Author: Canyon Software
Address: 1537 Fourth Street, suite 131, San Rafael, CA 94901
Orders: 415-453-9779
Fax: 415-459-4904
Queries: 415-453-9779
Products: DISKLIST, SHERLOCK
Author: Gulf Sierra
Address: 14809 Clavel Street, Rockville, MD 20853-1543
Orders: 301-460-0354
Queries: 301-460-0354
Products: FOURU, Little Black Book, LK4.EXE, LOGGIT, Stardial
Author: GTX Software
Address: 5419 Dahlia Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90041
Orders: 213-257-2704
Queries: 213-257-2704
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 582
Products: ALPS, ALPS(PC), Architectural Engineering, Complement &
Schedules, Complement & Schedules(PC), Custodial Requirements,
Custodial Requirements(PC), Decision Analysis, Decision
Analysis(PC), EE, Flow Process, Flow Process(PC), Furniture &
Equipment Survey, Furniture, Equipment Survey(PC), Graphical
Representation, Graphical Representation(PC), Layout Planning,
Layout Planning(PC), Man/machine Process, Man/Machine
Process(PC), Methods Time Measurement, Methods Time
Merasurement(PC), Operation Process, Operation Process(PC),
Operator Process, Operator Process(PC), Overhead Cost, Overhead
Cost(PC), Puzzler I, Space Relationship, Space
Relationship(PC), Statistical, Statistical(PC), Value
Engineering, Value Engineering(PC), Volume,Hours &
Productivity(PC), Volume,Hours & Productivity
Author: ALPS Software
Address: 1821 Elm Ave., Canon City, CO 81212-4524
Orders: 800-242-4PSL
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 719-269-1117
Product: Plot-Line
Author: PlotSoft Solutions
Address: RR#4 Shelburne Ontario Canada L0N 1S8
Orders: 519-925-5468
Fax: 519-942-3241
Queries: 519-925-5468
Products: Cipher, Cipher for Windows, EGATrek, Mah
Jongg--Solitaire, MouseTools, Shooting Gallery, SuperFly, Tile
Match
Author: Arcanum Computing
Address: 92 Bishop Drive, Framingham, MA 01701-6515
Products: Fantasy, GEMCAP, PC-Draft II, PC-Draft-CAD
Author: Natural Software
Address: 19 South Fifth Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
Orders: 708-377-7320
Queries: 708-377-7320
Products: TechnoJock's Object Toolkit, TechnoJock's Turbo Toolkit
Author: TechnoJock Software, Inc.
Address: PO Box 820927, Houston TX 77282
Orders: 800-242 4775
Fax: 713-493 5872
Queries: 713-493 6354
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 583
Products: Attribution, Backup, Backup/2, Changer/2, Director,
Dupes, Except, Getkey/2, Globally, Globally/2, Launcher, Maker,
Mover, Renamer, Renamer/2, Room, Shredder/2, Stamper,
Stringer/2
Author: Richard W. Adams
Address: 104 Willow Oaks Boulevard, Hampton, VA 23669-1528
Orders: 804-851-5263
Product: BOXER Text Editor
Author: BOXER Software
Address: P.O. Box 3230, Peterborough, NH 03458-3230
Orders: 800-982-6937
Fax: 603-924-4471
Queries: 603-924-6602
Products: CATALOG-ON-A-DISK(tm), DARN! Don't Forget!,
Programmer's SUPER-MAINT
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc.
Address: PO Box 238, Lansing, NY 14882-0238
Orders: 607-533-4685
Fax: 607-533-4685
Queries: 607-533-4685
Products: ProDev*EPRICE, ProDev*MEMBER, ProDev*QUOTE,
ProDev*QUOTE Utility Programs
Author: Pro Dev Software
Address: 545 Grover Road, Muskegon MI 49442-9427
Orders: 616-788-2243
Queries: 616-788-2243
Products: Disk Manager (CUDM), Duplicate File Manager
Author: Micro System Solutions
Address: 5048 W Maplewood Ave, Littleton CO 80123
Orders: 800-421-1789
Queries: 303-795-7653
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software [Paul Munoz-Colman]
Address: 11645 Charter Oak Ct., Suite 201, Reston, VA
22090-4526
Orders: 800-242-4775
Fax: 703-435-3130
Queries: 703-435-1110
Appendix A, "Author addresses" 584
Product: PCCLOCK
Author: Michael J. Sadaway
Address: P.O. Box 128-P, South Walpole, MA 02071
Products: Disk DUP, FormGen, FormGen Business Collection, FormGen
Fill, FormGen Home Collection, FormGen Utility Pak #1
Author: FormGen Corp.
Address: 13 Holland Drive, Bolton, ON, Canada L7E 1G4
Orders: 416-857-4141
Fax: 416-857-4531
Queries: 416-857-4141
Products: 4Shell for Windows, dbDIAL(tm), GRAB Plus(r), GRAB
Plus(r) for Windows, ZK-Shell, ZPAY 3
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc. [Paul Mayer]
th
Address: 2526 69 Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712-5631
Orders: 800-468-4188
Fax: 813-866-8034
Queries: 813-866-8233
Product: FLEXIBAK Plus
Author: Nildram Software
Address: 26 Stanley Hill Avenue, Amersham, Bucks HP7 9BD
UNITED KINGDOM
Orders: 708-397-1221
Fax: 708-397-0381
Queries: 708-397-1221
Product: PrintPlus
Author: Lambert Klein
Address: PO Box 611 Wayne MI 48184
Orders: 800-622-2793
Fax: 708-397-0381
Queries: 708-397-1221
Products: Lecture, PCFDial, Qanalyst
Author: Barn Owl Software
Address: P.O. Box 1115, O'Fallon, IL 62269
Orders: 800-788-0787
Fax: 618-632-2339
Queries: 618-632-7345
Products: Approved Vendor Requirements, ASP BBS Membership
Application, ASP Catalog for BBSs, ASP Catalog for CompuServe,
ASP Catalog for GEnie, ASP Catalog for Windows & OS/2, ASP List
of Approved BBSs, ASP List of Approved Vendors, How to join as
a "beta" author, IBM PC Author Application, Information about
copyrights, MacIntosh Author Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals
Address: 545 Grover Rd., Muskegon MI 49442
Fax: 616-788-2765
Queries: 616-788-5131
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 585
Appendix B
Vendor addresses
This appendix lists each ASP-approved disk vendor. These
vendors have agreed to abide by ethical standards when offering
shareware.
$ave On $oftware
Address: PO Box 2837, Wilkes Barre PA 18703
Phone: 717-824-5452
A & J Office Services
Address: 49 COLLINGS ST, PEARCE ACT 2607 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 06 2902225
A Drive Software
Address: 7 WATERLOO ROAD, WOODBRIDGE WEST AUSTRALIA 6168
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61-9-592-2624
AAT Computer Services
Address: 7 DAYAN DRIVE, WANTIRNA SOUTH VICTORIA 3152 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011 61 3-8012428
AB Club
Address: PARC BUROSPACE 14, BIEVRES CEDEX 91572 FRANCE
Phone: 33-1-6933-7018
Accusoft
Address: 14761 PEARL ROAD STE 309, STRONGSVILLE OH 44136
Phone: 916-225-2340
ACL Shareware
Address: 1601 fulton ave #10, SACRAMENTO CA 95825
Phone: 916-973-1850
Adams Computer Sales
Address: 7322 AVALON DR., FAYETTEVILLE NC 28303-2419
Phone: 919-867-6181
Advantage
Address: 56 BATH ROAD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE GL53 7HJ U.K.
Phone: 0242-224340
Advantage Plus Distributors
Address: 7113 HALIFAX COURT, TAMPA FL 33615
Phone: 813-885-1478
Adverbo
Address: LAKENSESTRAAT 142, GRIMBERGEN B-1853 BELGIUM
Phone: 2 475 23 63
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 586
Affordable Software
Address: 21 BLAXLAND STREET, PO BOX 472, MATRAVILLE NSW 2036
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 02-311-3539
Affordable Solutions
Address: 3379 AZTEC RD #24C, DORAVILLE GA 30340
Phone: 404-728-2673
Airline Computer Supplies
Address: 869 E SCHAUMBURG RD SUITE 200, SCHAUMBURG IL 60194
Phone: 708-619-8182
Alamo Software
Address: 4102 ROLAND AVENUE, SAN ANTONIO TX 78222
Phone: 512-333-1144
Alphon Edugames
Address: 221 RIDLEY ROAD, BRIDGEMAN DOWNS QLD 4035 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011 61 72632744
Alternative Personal Software
Address: 269 Springside Drive Ste C, HAMILTON ON L9B 1P8 CANADA
Phone: 416-577-4068
American Value Inc.
Address: PO BOX 624, 140 PARTRIDGE AVE, MARION IA 52302-0624
Phone: 319-377-6104
Andromeda Software, Inc
Address: PO BOX 605, AMHERST NY 14226-0605
Phone: 716-691-4510
Arnold Company
Address: HWY 1528, RTE 2, BLDG 231, COOPER TX 75432
Phone: 903-395-2922
Attentive Computer Services
Address: 10 GANGES PLACE, BEECHBORO 6063 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 09-377 5870
AUS-SIG
Address: 4 PRISCILLA ST, PO BOX 22, ZILLMERE QUEENSLAND 4034
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 7 07 263 3652
Barbara's Choice
Address: 44211 20TH ST WEST, LANCASTER CA 93534
Phone: 805-949-1037
BayDee Inc
Address: PO BOX 25, BEACONSFIELD PQ H9W 5T6 CANADA
Phone: 514-457-1631
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 587
Bear Ware
Address: PO BOX 11603, MARINA DEL REY CA 90295
Phone: 213-822-1376
Bee Software Publishing, Inc.
Address: 240 HIGHLAND ST, PO BOX 1179, HAMMOND IN 46320
Phone: 219-931-3761
Best Bits & Bytes
Address: PO Box 8245, Van Nuys CA 91409
Phone: 818-764-9503
Big Byte Software
Address: 2425 W ARKANSAS LANE ST B, ARLINGTON TX 76013
Phone: 817-265-2007
BME Bernhard Marugg
Address: TREPPENWEG 19, ENNETTURGI CH-5300 SWITZERLAND
Phone: 41 56 281075
Bonware
Address: PINE-MAPLE STREET, PO BOX 246, MCALISTERVILLE PA 17049
Phone: 717-463-3030
Bright Futures Inc
Address: PO BOX 1030, EAST WINDSOR CT 06088
Phone: 203-745-5322
Bright Idea! Software
Address: 5339 PROSPECT ROAD, SUITE 197, SAN JOSE CA 95129
Phone: 408-252-0542
Brightspark Computers & Pick-A-Disk
Address: 4 RICHARDS PLACE, NORANDA, PERTH 6062 WEST AUSTRALIA
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011-09-375-1178
BroCo Software
Address: Ereprijsstraat 26, Soest Utrecht 3765 AK NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31 2155 26650
Budgetware
Address: 9 ALBERMARLE STREET, NEWTOWN NSW 2042 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011-612-519-4233
Bureau of Electronic Publishing
Address: 141 NEW ROAD, PARSIPPANY NJ 07054
Phone: 201-808-2700
Bytes and Nibbles
Address: PO BOX 2275, DUNEDIN OTAGO 9001 NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 03-455-3669
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 588
Bytesaver Software
Address: 280 GREEN MOOR PLACE, THOUSAND OAKS CA 91361-1161
Phone: 805-496-7164
Camouflage-Soft
Address: Postfach/POB 761, Sittersweg 85, W-6600 Saarbrucken
GERMANY
Phone: 49/0681/4170330
Capitol Computer Consulting
Address: 741 EAST ST SUITE 349, WOODLAND CA 95695
Phone: 916-661-8181
CDV - NEWSOFT
Address: Ettlinger Str. 5, 7500 Karlsruhe 1 GERMANY
Phone: 0721-22295
CELESTIAL PRESS/SOFTWARE
Address: 4424 DOHRCREST DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY FL 34652
Phone: 813-845-8522 or
Ceramics & Crafts by Marjorie
Address: PO BOX 424, MORGAN HILL CA 95038
Phone: 408-683-2240
Club Shareware Plus
Address: 2688 LOUIS, JOSEPH, GASTON, LACHINE QU H8S 4H5 CANADA
Phone: 514-639-0391
ComLine
Address: 233 W MAIN ST, APOPKA FL 32703
Phone: 407-884-5732
CompuData ltda
Address: PO BOX 2706, CONCEPCION CHILE
Phone: 56 041-231264
CompuMax
Address: 409 NORTH MILES ST, ELIZABETHTOWN KY 42701
Phone: 502-765-5252
CompuSoft
Address: 6209 15TH AVE NW, SEATTLE WA 98107
Phone: 206-784-8140
Compustuff
Address: 2759 MEDINA RD, PO BOX 58317, MEDINA OH 44258
Phone: 216-725-7729
Computer Bin
Address: PO Box 1826, Perris CA 92571
Phone: 714-943-7899
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 589
Computer Bug
Address: 849 IRWIN DRIVE, PITTSBURGH PA 15236
Phone: 412-882-3374
Computer Hut
Address: 1825-F1 TAMIAMI TRAIL, PORT CHARLOTTE FL 33948
Phone: 813-624-2123
Computer Library of New Zealand Ltd.
Address: R.D.3, TIMARU NEW ZEALAND
Phone: +64-3-615-9333
Computer Solutions
Address: 181B ROUTE 37, NEW FAIRFIELD CT 06812
Phone: 203-746-6372
Computer Solutions Software Gm
Address: Gartenstr. 2, D-8010 Grafing, F.R.G BAVARIA
Computers International
Address: PO BOX 566085, OCEANSIDE CA 92058
Phone: 619-630-0055
Crazy Horse Software
Address: 1247 SECOND ST. WEST, CORNWALL ON K6J 1J2 CANADA
Phone: 613-932-6343
Cross Country Shareware
Address: 340 EDINBURGH ROAD NORTH, GUELPH ON N1H 7Y4 CANADA
Phone: 519-837-0777
CWI Information Services
Address: PO Box 4851, Anaheim CA 92803
Phone: 714-879-7917
D-K Distributing
Address: 1057 W PHILADELPHIA #243, ONTARIO CA 91762
Phone: 714-590-1038
D.S.A. Computer
Address: 20, avenue Gros-Chene, 1213 ONEX GENEVA SWITZERLAND
Phone: 4122 793 2613
Data Outlet Shareware
Address: PO Box 776, Macon GA 31202-0776
Phone: 912-743-3732
Data-Vision
Address: 795 HAMMOND DR. #1104, ATLANTA GA 30328
Phone: 404-851-0107
DataProjects Heidel
Address: Im Huferfeld 5, Dusseldorf 4000 GERMANY
Phone: 211 4180700
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 590
Davvcom
Address: PO BOX 1046, NARRE WARREN VICTORIA 3805 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 03 796 7462
Die Deutsche Software Biblioth
Address: ALPENSTRASSE 52, 8038 GROEBENZELL WEST GERMANY
Dinastindo Software
Address: J1. Tanjung Duren Raya 23, Jakarta Barat 11470
INDONESIA
Phone: 0062-21 5668702
Dinsdale Industries
Address: 2032 MERIVALE ROAD, NEPEAN ON K2G 1G6 CANADA
Phone: 613-723-9532
Direct Advantage Software
Address: 18 NORTH FRONT STREET, MEDFORD OR 97501
Phone: 503-734-4923
Discovery Software
Address: PO BOX 1056, ATTLEBORO MA 02703-0891
Phone: 508-226-5541
Disk Park
Address: 23 EAGLE DRIVE, FLITWICK BEDFORD MK45 1RH U.K.
Phone: 44-525-713358
Distant Markets Exports, Import Ltd.
Address: 6520-105 ST, EDMONTON ALBERTA T6H 2N7 CANADA
Phone: 403-436-3009
DKR Software
Address: 9 RAYMOND GROVE, WARRADALE SA 5046 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 377-0049
Domainsoft
Address: 244 BANK STREET, SOUTH MELBOURNE VICTORIA 3205
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 3 699 8223
Donnux Shareware
Address: PO BOX 410, MILFORD VA 22514
Phone: 804-633-4515 OR 4615
DP Tool Club
Address: 102 RUE DES FUSILLES, VILLENEUVE D'ASCQ F-59493 FRANCE
Phone: 33-2084-5533
Droege Computing Services, Inc.
Address: 3200 CROASDAILE DR., SUITE 304, DURHAM NC 27705
Phone: 919-383-9749
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 591
E-Z Software Emporium
Address: 1211 COVENTRY LANE, MURFREESBORO TN 37129
Phone: 615-895-8934
Eclipse Software
Address: 192 ULYSSES ST, SIMI VALLEY CA 93065
Phone: 805-584-6288
Econo-ware Nederland
Address: Hoffmannlaan 519, Tilburg NB 5011 WK NETERLANDS
Phone: 31 13 563779
ElectronArt Design Ltd.(Pocketware)
Address: 78 KIMBERLEY AVENUE, ILFORD ESSEX IG2 7AS U.K.
Phone: 081-983-8686
Elite Management
Address: 5 MAYFLOWER CRESCENT, HALLETT COVE 5158 SOUTH
AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIA
Phone: 8-381-4851
Encode Business Systems Inc
Address: 434 WEST ST NORTH, ORILLIA ON L3V 5E8 CANADA
Phone: 705-327-7628
Eracom Sdn. Bhd.
Address: 35A, Jalan Jejaka 9, Taman Maluri, Kuala Lumpur 55100
MALAYSIA
Phone: 603-9853108
Estudio Shareware
Address: RIOBAMBA 436 PISO 3 of 5, CAPITAL FEDERAL 1025
ARGENTINA
Phone: 541-583-1570
EUCOM, Ltd
Address: SUITE A, 79 HIGH STREET, BRIDGNORTH SHROPSHIRE WV16
4DS U.K.
Phone: 952-585348
Executive Software Inc.
Address: 32 ESTELLA AVE, PITTSBURGH PA 15211
Phone: 412-481-9792
EZ-Ware
Address: 1832 WOODLAWN DRIVE, MEDFORD OR 97504-7653
Phone: 503-779-5286
EZPCware
Address: 5525 GIBSON ROAD, SUITE 101, GIBSONIA PA 15044
Phone: 412-443-0366
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 592
Falsoft Inc - Software Shopper
Address: 9509 US HIGHWAY 42, PROSPECT KY 40059
Phone: 502-228-4492
FamilyWare
Address: 2306 CARROLL GROVE DRIVE, TAMPA FL 33612
Phone: 813-933-8836
Finto Software
Address: RT 2, BOX 44, ROSEBUD TX 76570
Phone: 817-583-2151
Flagg's Floppy
Address: 26929 TALL OAKS TRAIL, OLMSTED TOWNSHIP OH 44138
Phone: 216-235-9407
Forest Park Software
Address: 1527 S MARENGO AVE, FOREST PARK IL 60130-2623
Phone: 708-366-0705
Fox Valley Technical College
Address: 1825 N BLUEMOUND DRIVE, APPLETON WI 54913
Phone: 414 735 2470
Fred's Favourites
Address: PO BOX 2542, DARTMOUTH NOVA SCOTIA B2W 4B7 CANADA
Phone: 902-462-4453
Fred's Software
Address: 14220 66TH STREET N, CLEARWATER FL 34624
Phone: 813-539-8357
Future Enterprises
Address: 18 MOHAWK TRAIL, SLINGERLANDS NY 12159-9434
Phone: 518-482-5435
Gaan Computer Supplies
Address: 499 SALMAR AVE, SUITE G, CAMPBELL CA 95008
Phone: 408-370-6747
Gemini Marketing Inc
Address: PO BOX 640, DUVALL WA 98019
Phone: 206-788-4295
Generic Computer Systems
Address: 22612 FOOTHILL BLVD STE 200-C, HAYWARD CA 94541
Phone: 415-581-1494
Generic Software Place Inc
Address: PO BOX 1177, CARMEL IN 46032
Phone: 317-846-8474
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 593
GF Stores Ltd
Address: RR #1, Davis Bay Road/11, Sechelt BC V0N 3A0 CANADA
Phone: 604-885-5025
GK Enterprises
Address: 8634 W NATIONAL AVENUE, WEST ALLIS WI 53227
Phone: 414-546-0111
Goodman Enterprises
Address: 16 CONRAD CLOSE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST3 1SW U.K.
Phone: 0782 335650
Graematter
Address: PO BOX 874, GREENVILLE TX 75403
Phone: 903-454-3366
Great Lakes Microcomputers Inc
Address: 3020 VINE ST, LANSING MI 48906
Phone: 517-332-1888
GS-Softline
Address: 3693 OAK WALK COVE, BARTLETT TN 38135
Phone: 901-386-1848
Hillsoft
Address: PO BOX 16, VRIEZENVEEN 7670 AA HOLLAND
Phone: 0 5498 59599
Holy Cow
Address: 3810 SAGEHILL DR, STEVENSVILLE MT 59870
Phone: 406-777-2010
House Of Barlow
Address: 6612 S.KISSIMMEE STREET, TAMPA FL 33616
Phone: 813-837-9250
HRS Software Inc.
Address: 145 ROYAL CREST COURT, UNIT 41, MARKHAM ON L3R 9Z4
CANADA
Phone: 416-470-7669
Husco Austria Handelsgesellshcaft m.b.H.
Address: Bosendorferstrasse 4, VIENNA 1010 Wien AUSTRIA
Phone: 431/505 43 11
Hyper.doc Business Information Systems
Address: 9119 SKINNER ROAD, FREDONIA NY 14063
Phone: 716-672-4254
HYTech Inc.
Address: PO BOX 805, DEARBORN MI 48226
Phone: 313-837-1796
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 594
Image Maker Software
Address: PO BOX 626, HOBART IN 46342-7044
Phone: 219-942-2220
Infinity Data Products
Address: PO BOX 533, JACKSON MO 63755
Phone: 314-243-8483
InfoQuest
Address: ROUTE 1, BOX 157, CARBONDALE IL 62901-9702
Phone: 618-549-3414
Information Software Systems Inc.
Address: 10560 WYNBRIDGE DRIVE, ALPHARETTA GA 30202
Phone: 404-740-0210
Intelligent Resources Corp
Address: 3386 STATE ROAD 584, SUITE 301, PALM HARBOR FL 34684
Phone: 813-785-0614
International Market, MCCA
Address: PO BOX 41, MADISONVILLE TX 77864-041
Phone: 409-348-6963
IZAK Computer Marketing Co
Address: PO BOX 5476, HILO HI 96720
Phone: 808-935-1273
Jamtec
Address: UNIT 21, 27 RICKARD ROAD BANKSTOWN, SYDNEY NSW 2200
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 2 7072924
Jim Thompson Enterprises
Address: 150 S Magnolia Avenue Ste #248, Anaheim CA 92804
Phone: 714-821-5090
JY SOFTWARE
Address: 9550 REICHLING, PICO RIVERA CA 90660
Kamloops Computer Software
Address: 357 ROBSON DRIVE, KAMLOOPS BC V2E 1W2 CANADA
Phone: 374-3475
Kencordall Computers
Address: 5111 NEW STREET, BURLINGTON ON L7L 1V2 CANADA
Phone: 416-333-0444
Key Systems, Inc.
Address: 575 CALDWELL BLVD, NIAMPA ID 83651
Phone: 208-466-6645
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 595
Khan's Software
Address: 36 JUDITH CRES, BRAMPTON ON L6S 3J4 CANADA
Phone: 416-458-7360
Knightec
Address: 35 ROBB BLVD. #6, ORANGEVILLE ON L9W 3L1 CANADA
Phone: 519-942-0624
LiRoPS
Address: 2909 W JEAN ST, PO BOX 151808, TAMPA FL 33684
Phone: 813-876-2776
Logicom
Address: 5180 LE HAURE, TROIS-RIVIERES-QUEST QU G8Y 5Y9 CANADA
Phone: 819-378-5013
Low Price Software
Address: 6307 BRIAR TERRACE, HOUSTON TX 77072
Phone: 713-933-5409
M J McLeod Shareware Service
Address: 16 PRUDENCE CLOSE, WHITEBRIDGE NSW 2290 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 49 422873
Manaccom (S.A)
Address: 20 KENSINGTON ROAD, ROSE PARK ADELAIDE 5067 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 8 364 2753
Manaccom Pty Ltd
Address: 9 CAMFORD STREET, MILTON 4064 QLD AUSTRALIA
Phone: 617-368-2366
Maple Informatica Ltda.
Address: 8 CAINES AVE, WILLOWDALE ON M2M 1G2 CANADA
Phone: 55-11-826-4849
Marc Routhier Co
Address: 3431, DE LA DAUVERSIERE, SAINTE-FOY QU G1X 2H6 CANADA
Phone: 418-653-3705
Masled Informatica
Address: Via Dei Pioppi,9-04011 APRILIA (LT), APRILIA LATINA
04011 ITALY
Phone: 39 6 9271733
MAXIMUM Share
Address: 13337 E SOUTH ST, CERRITOS CA 90701
Phone: 310-402-1909
MediaLand, Inc.
Address: 151 SLATER STREET, SUITE 100, OTTAWA ON K1P 5H3 CANADA
Phone: 613-736-6954
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 596
Meg-A-Byte PC Software Supply
Address: 8110 W. COLFAX AVE, LAKEWOOD CO 80215
Phone: 303-239-9224
MegaByte(Shareware) U.K.
Address: 90 CAMERON WAY, KNIGHTSRIDGE, LIVINGSTON WEST LOTHIAN
EH54 8HF U.K.
Phone: 0506 441384
Micro Star
Address: 1945 CAMINO VIDA ROBLE, CARLSBAD CA 92008
Phone: 619-931-4949
Micro Technology
Address: 21 VINTAGE DRIVE, E WINDSOR NJ 08520
Phone: 609-426-0465
Microforum Mfg Inc
Address: 1 WOODBOROUGH AVE, TORONTO ON M6M 5A1 CANADA
Phone: 416-656-6406
MicroPower Software
Address: 6928 W ELMHURST AVE, LITTLETON CO 80162
Phone: 303-973-5141
Midnight Software Services
Address: 13311 HENDREICKSON ROAD, GOWEN MI 49326
Phone: 616-984-5360
Midwest Software Library
Address: PO BOX 6184, GRAND FORKS ND 58206-6184
Phone: 800-333-7614
Mike Rowe Services
Address: 101-367 BURNSIDE ROAD EAST, VICTORIA BC V9A 1A7 CANADA
Phone: 604-381-2553
MilData
Address: CENTRE COMMERCIAL GATINES, PLAISIR F-78370 FRANCE
Phone: 33 1-30540331
Mile High Software
Address: 5149 WEST 69TH PL., WESTMINSTER CO 80030-5700
Phone: 303-426-0465
Miller's Computers
Address: PO BOX 1022, MCMURRAY PA 15317
Phone: 310-866-9801
Mitchell Disk Software Library
Address: PO Box 5096, Bradford MA 01835-0096
Phone: 508-372-1779
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 597
Mom and Pop's Software
Address: 4205 MARINER BLVD, SUITE 169, SPRING HILL FL 34609
Phone: 904-688-9108
Monster Disc Inc
Address: PO BOX 326, TROY MI 48099-0326
Phone: 313-725-2437
Moran Communications
Address: PO BOX 608, LUCEDALE MS 39452-0608
Phone: 601-947-7024
Most Significant Bits
Address: 15508 MADISON AVENUE, LAKEWOOD OH 44107
Phone: 216-221-9836
Mr Disk Software
Address: 5915 CASEY DRIVE, PO BOX 59012, KNOXVILLE TN 37909
Phone: 615-584-3952
N A S Society
Address: SUITE 303, On Hong Commerical Bldg, 145 HENNESSY ROAD,
WANCHAI HONG KONG
Phone: 852-5200-220
N4ZDU Shareware
Address: 2022 CENTRAL ST, LAFAYETTE IN 47904
Phone: 317-742-1868
National Software
Address: 2062 MERCHANTS GATE, PO BOX 76023, OAKVILLE ON L6M 2Z8
CANADA
Phone: 416-847-3484
NB-data
Address: DANMARKSGADE 16, DK-4874 GEDSER DENMARK
Phone: 53 87 99 75
NBG Computer & PD Service
Address: Von Auer Str. 19, GEISLING W-8401 GERMANY
Phone: 09481 1481
Next Stop Computing
Address: PO Box 819, San Carlos CA 94070
Phone: 415-592-6735
Night Owls Computer Service
Address: 219 POTOMAC AVE, BUFFALO NY 14213
Phone: 716-886-2726
Noad Software
Address: 915 BLVD AVE, PO BOX 701, AVIS PA 17721
Phone: 717-753-3792
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 598
North London Shareware
Address: 188 OSIDGE LANE, SOUTHGATE LONDON N14 5DR U.K.
Phone: 044-081-361-9811
NovaWare, Inc.
Address: 7477 STANFORD, ST LOUIS MO 63130
Phone: 314-862-5123
Novel Solutions
Address: 921 NORTHWOOD, WILLIAMSVILLE NY 14221
Phone: 716-632-2365
Nuclear Computing
Address: 7667 SHADYGRADE AVENUE, NORTH HOLLYWOOD CA 91605
Phone: 818-764-5374
Off the Shelf, Inc.
Address: PO BOX 450065, KISSIMMEE FL 34745
Phone: 407-932-0906
OFFShore Software, Inc.
Address: 2941 PRETTY BRANCH DR. W., MOBILE AL 36618
Phone: 205-649-9415
Omicron Systems Ltd.
Address: 45, BLENHEIM CRESCENT, LEIGH-ON-SEA ESSEX SS9 3DT U.K.
Phone: 0702-710391
One Way Shareware
Address: 18607 BEERBOWER RD, NEY OH 43549
Phone: 419-658-2472
Ordi Passion
Address: 23, rue de Pa Pepiniere, CHOLET 49300 FRANCE
Phone: 33 41 71 13 05
Ordinateurs Utilisateurs France (OUF)
Address: 27 Rue des Bluets, PARIS 75011 FRANCE
Phone: 33-1 4338-0258
P.D. (& SHAREWARE) SOFTWARE LIBRARY
Address: WINSCOMBE HOUSE, BEACON RD, CROWBOROUGH SUSSEX TN6
1UL U.K.
Phone: 0892-663298
Passware Systems Ltd
Address: 175 GEORGIAN WAY, SHERWOOD PARK ALBERTA T8A 2W7 CANADA
Phone: 403-464-5660
PC Arcade
Address: 14 MORELAND AVE, OAKVILLE CT 06779
Phone: 203-798-3318
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 599
PC Assist Ltd.
Address: 33 PORTLAND ST, EDINBURGH EH6 4BB U.K.
Phone: 031-554-5460
PC Independent User Group
Address: 87 HIGH STREET, TONBRIDGE KENT TN9 1RX U.K.
Phone: 0732-771512
PC Productivity, Inc.
Address: 5777 RIVERSIDE DR, CAPE CORAL FL 33904
Phone: 813-542-6711 X402
PC Shareware
Address: 1763 GARNET AVE, SAN DIEGO CA 92109
Phone: 619-272-6673
PC Software & Supply
Address: 2404 DAKOTA AVE, SOUTH SIOUX CITY NE 68776
Phone: 402-494-4133
PC Software Depot
Address: 965 E. 830 S, PLEASANT GROVE UT 84062
Phone: 801-785-9507
PC Software Publishing
Address: 372-K LORONG 1, HILIR GARDEN, UJONG PASIR MELAKA 75050
MALAYSIA
Phone: 06-244598
PC-SIG
Address: 1030D East Duane Ave, Sunnyvale CA 94086
Phone: 408-730-9291
PCDisk
Address: PO BOX 10627, KILLEEN TX 76547-0627
Phone: 817-526-2383
PD Software Services P/L
Address: 8 BENTLEY ST, WANTIRNA 3152 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 03-729-9534
PD-Service Lage
Address: Friedrich str.29, D-4937 Lage/Lippe WEST GERMANY
Phone: 49-5232-66912
PeakSoft
Address: 3 GOLF CENTER, SUITE 231, HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60195
Phone: 708-843-1225
Pearl Agency
Address: 39 MC DONALD COVE, BRINNON WA 98320
Phone: 206-796-4820
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 600
Pendragon Software Library
Address: 75 MEADOWBROOK ROAD, EAST GREENWICH RI 02818
Phone: 401-884-6825
Peninsula Books, Inc
Address: 3612 NW 97TH BLVD, GAINESVILLE FL 32606
Phone: 904-332-1009
People's Choice
Address: 235 GERMANTOWN BEND CV. # 1, CORDOVA TN 38018-7238
Phone: 901-753-0148
Peoples Software Co.
Address: 85 SOUTH WASHINGTON ST, SEATTLE WA 98104
Phone: 206-622-6469
Performance Shareware, Inc.
Address: 627 TOPSAIL ROAD, ST JOHNS NEWFOUNDLAND A1E 2E1 CANADA
Phone: 709-368-5022
Pfohl & Partner Software Gmbh
Address: BRUECKENSTR. 16, NUERNBERG 90 BAVARIA 8500 WEST
GERMANY
Phone: 49 911 3990399
Pik A Program
Address: 13 ST. MARKS PLACE, NEW YORK NY 10003
Phone: 212-598-4459
Politiken
Address: Raadhuspladsen 37, COPENHAGEN 1785 V DENMARK
Phone: 45 33 11 85 11
Power PC, Inc.
Address: 2650 LA CIENEGA AVE, LOS ANGELES CA 90034
Phone: 310-836-0338
Power User
Address: 3021 HOLLAND ST, ERIE PA 16504
Phone: 814-454-0234
Prairieware
Address: 3101 1ST AVENUE N/PO BOX 265, GREAT FALLS MT 59401
Phone: 406-727-4675
Printers Shareware
Address: 5019-5021 West Lovers Lane, Dallas TX 75209
Phone: 214-350-1902
Pro-Line Software
Address: PO BOX 2416, CLIFTON NJ 07015
Phone: 201-546-2550
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 601
Prof Shareware
Address: 4 Benloese Skel 4G, RINGSTED DK-4100 DENMARK
Phone: 45 53619042
Profit Ideas Software
Address: 4450 PLAMONDON, DEPT 21, MONTREAL QU H3S 1M2 CANADA
Phone: 514-738-9856
Public (software) Library
Address: PO BOX 35705, HOUSTON TX 77235-5705
Phone: 713-721-5205
Public Brand Software
Address: 3750 Kentucky Avenue, Indianapolis IN 46241
Phone: 317-856-1485
Public Domain Users Group
Address: 1263 GROVE PARK DRIVE, ORANGE PARK FL 32073
Phone: 904-264-3512
RabbitWare
Address: 1 GEOFFREY ROAD, CHITTAWAY POINT NSW 2259 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 043 891699
Rainbow Avenue Software
Address: 380 CAMINO DE ESTRELLA, SAN CLEMENTE CA 92672
Phone: 714-366-3783
Rainbow Software
Address: PO Box 3908, Ontario CA 91761
Reasonable Solutions, Inc
Address: 2101 WEST MAIN STREET, MEDFORD OR 97501
Phone: 503-776-5777
Redstone Mountain Software Inc.
Address: 758 PONDEROSA DRIVE, EVERGREEN CO 80439
Phone: 303-674-0176
Remington Business Systems, Inc.
Address: 14928 DOGWOOD, ORLAND PARK IL 60462
Phone: 708-403-8010
Romy Informa Tech
Address: 301 E. SECOND ST, FARMVILLE VA 23901
Phone: 804-392-8784
Rondel Direct
Address: 8 LEE STREET, LAWSON NSW 2783 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 047 592145
S+W. Scheffel
Address: Schillerstr. 95, Berlin - 12 D-1000 GERMANY
Phone: 49 30 312 4455
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 602
SAS Software
Address: PO BOX 375 STATION B, HOWARD BEACH NY 11414
Phone: 718-848-0301
SaturnSoft, Ltd
Address: 701 FRANKLIN SQ. BOX 328, MICHIGAN CITY IN 46360
Phone: 219-874-6398
Select Software
Address: 1528 43RD ST NW, CANTON OH 44709
Phone: 216-492-9191
Seltec Shareware Library
Address: PO BOX 641, 101/29 NEWLAND ST, BONDI JUNCTION NSW 2022
AUSTRALIA
Phone: (2)369-2292
Sentinel Shareware
Address: PO BOX 20094, 856 UPPER JAMES ST, HAMILTON ON L9C 7M5
CANADA
Phone: 416-529-3599
Share Soft
Address: 7 ELAROO CLOSE, GREENSBOROUGH VICTORIA 3088 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 03 434 6907
Shareable Software International, Inc.
Address: PO BOX 59102, SCHAUMBURG IL 60159
Phone: 708-397-1221
Sharesoft
Address: AZCUENAGA 1061-4to. Piso Depto. 18, BUENOS AIRES
CAPITAL FEDERAL C.P. 1115 ARGENTINA
Shareware & More
Address: 60 BROADWAY, SHELBY OH 44875
Phone: 419-347-4065
Shareware America
Address: 10325 ST ANDREWS DR, OAKDALE CA 95361
Phone: 209-848-2605
Shareware America Marketing Co.
Address: 724 WEST MAIN STREET, SALEM IL 62881
Phone: 618-323-6279
Shareware Depot
Address: 2077 W. 76 STREET, HIALEAH FL 33016
Phone: 305-822-0122
Shareware Diskoveries
Address: 855 REGULO PLACE STE 1012, CHULA VISTA CA 91910-7713
Phone: 619-482-9402
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 603
Shareware Distribution Center
Address: 13741 FOOTHILL BLVD., SUITE 170, SYLMAR CA 91342
Phone: 818-367-5020
Shareware Express
Address: 1908 ASHLAND STREET #D, ASHLAND OR 97520
Phone: 503-482-5136
Shareware International
Address: 116 MEMORY LANE, ORANGE MA 01364
Phone: 508-343-3011
Shareware Outlet Inc.
Address: 713 110TH AVE NE, SUITE 206, BELLEVUE WA 98004
Phone: 206-646-3571
Shareware Systems
Address: 72 CASCADE DRIVE, #36 BUILDING 2 LEVEL 2, ROCHESTER NY
14614
Phone: 716-663-4229
Shareware Technology Ltd
Address: 22/F 1ST COMMERICAL BLDG, 33-35 LEIGHTON RD, HONG KONG
HONG KONG
Phone: 416-445-6544
Shareware Testing Laboratories
Address: PO BOX 11499, INDIANAPOLIS IN 46201-0499
Phone: 317-352-0021x5550
Shareware To Go
Address: PO BOX 574575, ORLANDO FL 32857-4575
Phone: 407-679-5159
Shareware Today
Address: PO BOX 291, 106 LYNN COVE, BROOKLAND AR 72417
Phone: 501-932-9035
Shareware-Elite
Address: 25 CADES PARK, HELSTON CORNWALL TR13 8QS U.K.
Phone: 0326-564164
Sim-Com Services
Address: 17416 62A AVENUE, SURREY BC V3S 5J1 CANADA
Phone: 604-576-0525
Simple Series
Address: PO BOX 1167, PLAISTOW NH 03865
Phone: 603-893-8553
Simply Software
Address: 2989 SARLETTO STREET, NORTH PORT FL 34287
Phone: 813-426-2568
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 604
Sizzleware Shareware Library
Address: PO Box 6429, Lake Charles LA 70606
Phone: 318-474-1548
Skip's Shareware Selections
Address: 3516 WOLFE CRES. APT 4, HALIFAX NOVA SCOTIA B3L 3S2
CANADA
Phone: 902-453-0308
SMM Softwarevertrieb & Beratung
Address: Hermann-Lons-Str. 12, 6501 BUDENHEIM GERMANY
Phone: 01149 6139 5813
SMS Shareware
Address: 19 CARSHALTON ROAD, CAMBERLEY SURREY GU15 4AQ U.K.
Phone: 44 276 681864
Soaring Swans Corp.
Address: 521 SLEEPING INDIAN ROAD, SAN LUIS REY CA 92068
Phone: 619-758-9852
Sofsource/Digital By Design
Address: PO BOX 1092, EAST LANSING MI 48826
Phone: 517-393-8197
Soft Consult GmbH
Address: MARKTPLATZ 2, 6277 BAD CAMBERG GERMANY
Phone: 0049-6434-3399
Softcell Services
Address: 25 MAYWOOD, BRYNNA PONTYCLUN MID GLAMORGAN CF7 9PZ
U.K.
Phone: 0443 2386930
Softec Distributor Unlimited
Address: 39 BOWERY, #478, NEW YORK NY 10002
Phone: 718-891-8391
Softshoppe
Address: PO BOX 3678, ANN ARBOR MI 48106-3678
Phone: 313-763-8721
Softville Computer Supplies
Address: UNIT 5 STRATFIELD PK, ELETTRA AVE, WATERLOOVILLE
HAMPSHIRE P07 7XN U.K.
Phone: 0705-266509
Software Concepts
Address: 800 W FLINT, CHANDLER AZ 85224
Phone: 602-786-9725
Software Excitement!
Address: 6475 CRATER LAKE HWY, Central Point OR 97502
Phone: 503-826-8086
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 605
Software Express
Address: 1090 ROCK ROAD COURT SUITE 12, EAST DUNDEE IL 60118
Phone: 708-426-0077
Software News!
Address: UNTERWARTWEG 45, MUTTEN2 BL 4132 SWITZERLAND
Phone: 01141 61 617392
Software Select
Address: 790 W 40 HWY, BLUE SPRINGS MO 64015
Phone: 816-228-4595
Software Shoppe Ltd
Address: PO Box 6328, CHELSEA MA 02150
Phone: 508-772-7909
Software Source, Inc.
Address: 165 CRISTICH LANE UNIT C, CAMPBELL CA 95008
Phone: 800-443-3475
Software Stop
Address: 5211 GRAND BLVD, WINDSOR ON N8T 1M2 CANADA
Phone: 519-974-6731
Software Unlimited
Address: RR2 BOX 165, ARCOLA IL 61910
Phone: 217-268-3468
Solomon Seven Software
Address: 9300 8TH STREET, DAWSON CREEK BC V1G 3N6 CANADA
Phone: 604-782-4205
Southern Data
Address: PO BOX 8926, PEMBROKE PINES FL 33084
Phone: 305-963-0587
Spartan Software Marketing
Address: 4418 PARRIS BRIDGE RD, SPARTANBURG SC 29303
Phone: 803-574-0437
Spearwood Shareware Service
Address: 22 Sitwell Close, Spearwood WEST AUSTRALIA 6163
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011 61 94185721
Sunshine Shareware
Address: 1630 SOUTH DIAMOND SUITE B, SANTA ANA CA 92704
Phone: 714-754-4577
Sunshine Software
Address: 6492 SOUTH ST. #470, LAKEWOOD CA 90713
Phone: 310-866-9801
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 606
Svenska PC Klubben
Address: PO BOX 30069, GOTHENBURG S-40043 SWEDEN
Phone: 46-31-475101
T.E.C. Systems
Address: PO BOX 177. KUMEU, AUCKLAND 1250 NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 9-603-491
that Disk company
Address: PO BOX 634, GLEN ELLYN IL 60138-0634
Phone: 708-858-8357
The $5 Computer Software Store
Address: 951 CALLE NEGIOCIO, SAN CLEMENTE CA 92672
Phone: 714-366-8777
The Computer Store
Address: PO BOX 923, LONGVIEW WA 98632
Phone: 206-425-2682
The Datapak Library
Address: 1226 S PLAZA, SPRINGFIELD MO 65804
Phone: 417-881-4483
the Digital Publishing Company
Address: 12220 RIVERWOOD DRIVE, BURNSVILLE MN 55337
Phone: 612-595-0801
The Disk Factory
Address: RR 1 BOX 74, GOREVILLE IL 62939-9608
Phone: 618-995-2208
The Generic Software Place
Address: 5491 W. 88TH AVE. STE 113-B, WESTMINSTER CO 80033-3002
Phone: 303-427-3621
The Hi-Tech Marketplace
Address: 3 VERNON STREET, PARLIN NJ 08859
Phone: 908-525-2581
The PC Exchange
Address: 2550 STAG RUN BLVD. #438, CLEARWATER FL 34625
Phone: 813-799-6971
The Shareware Club, Inc.
Address: 217 FIRST AVE SE, PO BOX 1750, DUVALL WA 98019-1750
Phone: 206-788-7424
The Software Labs
Address: 3767 OVERLAND AVE. #112, LOS ANGELES CA 90034
Phone: 213-559-5456
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 607
The Software Peddler
Address: 9941 PINES BLVD, PEMBROKE PINES FL 33024
Phone: 305-436-6732
Theresia Blaecker
Address: Auf der Harre 13, Edewecht Jeddeloh I D-W-2905 GERMANY
Phone: 49 044 057529
Toff-Soft PD & Shareware Service
Address: Gartenstr. 20, D-4500 Osnabruck D-W-4500 GERMANY
Phone: 0541-597369
Totronik
Address: Hauptstatterstr.35, Stuttgart1 7000 WEST GERMANY
Phone: 0711 233198
TRAX
Address: STEENSTRAAT 61, ZEDELGEM BELGIUM 8211 EUROPE
Phone: 32-50-20-07-35
TRC Disk Services
Address: 1250 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO IL 60622-2217
Phone: 312-227-0529
Treasure Chest Software
Address: 5010 PECAN DR, SHELBY NC 28150
Phone: 704-487-8447
Trilogy International
Address: 20826 BEACONSFIELD, ST CLAIR SHORES MI 48080
Phone: 313-885-5065
Ultimate Data Technology
Address: 7751 HICKORY LANE, FINDLAY OH 45840
Phone: 419-423-3920
Unipub Technologies
Address: 4/F, Flat A, Hoi On Building, 92-98 Sai Wan Ho Street,
Shaukiwan, HONG KONG HONG KONG
Phone: 852-571-5196
US-CAN Computer Services Inc
th
Address: #34146 1200 37 ST SW, CALGARY ALBERTA T3C 3W2
CANADA
Phone: 403-686-1994
ValueWare
Address: 400 MIDSHIPMAN ROAD, KNOXVILLE TN 37922
Phone: 615-675-7958
Vasstec Ltd
Address: 1485 DUMBARTON ROAD, GLASGOW G14 9XL U.K.
Phone: 011-41-954-6853
Appendix B, "Vendor addresses" 608
Venus Electronics Shareware
Address: 26 PEVENSEY WAY FRIMLEY GREEN, CAMBERLEY SURREY GU16
5YJ U.K.
Phone: 0252 837860
Vision Shareware
Address: 24 FLINDERS AVE, COLONEL LIGHT GDNS SOUTH AUSTRALIA
5041 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 8 374-2949
Vista Photographic L&P, Inc.
Address: 95-106 HUAALA PL, MILILANI HI 96789
Phone: 808-625-7512
Whitecat Software
Address: 1958 37TH AVE., VERO BEACH FL 32960
Phone: 407-569-6634
Wilkes & Son
Address: BUNBURY, TARPORLEY, CHESHIRE CW6 9PE U.K.
Phone: 0829 260775
WindowShare
Address: PO BOX 35, VERNY 57420 FRANCE
Phone: 87 30 85 57
Winners Edge Computer Software
Address: 3531 W 5000 S, ROY UT 84067
Phone: 801-825-4229
Wonderful F1 Shareware
Address: 51 PA-TE ROAD SECTION 1, TAIPEI TAIWAN 100 REP OF
CHINA
Phone: 886 2 321 8513,3952297
Words and Worms
Address: 19748 COLLINS RD, SANTA CLARITA CA 91351
Phone: 805-252-8209
Yum-Yum Software
Address: PO BOX 4302, 247 CHERRY LANE, FRANKFORT KY 40604-4302
Phone: 502-223-8867 Ted
Z-Products
Address: PO BOX 34339, BALTIMORE MD 21221-1739
Phone: 410-686-5908
Ziff Communications
Address: 25 FIRST STREET, CAMBRIDGE MA 02142
Phone: 617-252-5255
Zillesoft GmbH
Address: Neuot Wall 2-4, D-4130 Moets 1 WEST GERMANY
Phone: 02841-28049
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 609
Appendix C
Bulletin Boards
This appendix lists each ASP-approved computer bulletin board
system (BBS). These BBSs have agreed to abide by ethical stan-
dards when offering shareware.
Set your communications software to "8 data bits, no parity, 1
stop bit" before calling any of these BBSs.
**CCAT**
Address: 11326 DEW CREEK CIRCLE, CORPUS CHRISTI TX 78410
BBS Phone: 512-242-2206
th
24 Street Exchange
Address: PO BOX 188263, SACRAMENTO CA 95818-8263
BBS Phone: 916-454-2992
<<PRISM BBS
Address: 30 BEDFORD AVE., MIDDLETOWN NY 10940
BBS Phone: 914-344-0350
A.C.S. BBS
Address: 817 SOUTHERN ST, COFFEYVILLE KS 67337
BBS Phone: 316-251-2761
ABDEX
Address: LMF COMPUTER SERVICES, 265 FRANKLIN STREET, MELROSE MA
02176
BBS Phone: 617-665-0048
ABM-BBS
Address: Ziherlova 43/40, Ljubljana YU 61000 SLOVENIA EUROPE
BBS Phone: 38 61 218-663
ACCESS AMERICA
Address: 1416 E 35 STREET, TULSA OK 74105
BBS Phone: 918-747-2542
Action-Link Systems
Address: 2905 6TH ST. EAST, BRADENTON FL 34208
BBS Phone: 813-747-9295
AIS MULTILINE
Address: BOX 182, CRANBROOK BC V1C 4H7 CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-489-4206
ALBANY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT
Address: 6 ARIZONA AVE, RENSSELAER NY 12144
BBS Phone: 518-479-2051
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 610
Ambassador Board
Address: 329 SIMON STREET, SHELBURNE ON L0N 1S4 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-925-0025
America's Suggestion Box
Address: 101 LOCUST BLVD, RONKONKOMA NY 11779
BBS Phone: 516-471-8606
AmerIServe
Address: 217 EAST 85TH ST SUITE 135, NEW YORK NY 10028
BBS Phone: 212-876-5885
APARTMENT 2
Address: PO BOX 303, GLEN OAKS NY 11004-0303
BBS Phone: 718-347-1075
Argus Computerized Exchange
Address: PO BOX 621, LEXINGTON MA 02173
BBS Phone: 617-862-2323
Arkansas River Valley
Address: 704 E. FIR, RUSSELLVILLE AR 72801
BBS Phone: 501-968-1931
At The GIFfer's
Address: 12088 ANDERSON RD SUITE 170, TAMPA FL 33625
BBS Phone: 813-969-2956
ATAB BBS
Address: PO BOX 2542, DARTMOUTH NS B2W 4B7 CANADA
BBS Phone: 902-435-0751
Attention to Details BBS
Address: 5085 TRAIL CANYON DRIVE, MIRA LOMA CA 91752-1685
BBS Phone: 714-681-6221
AZCAD BBS
Address: 199 HOLDEN STREET, NORTH FITZROY VIC 3068 AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 613 481 6873
Back To Basic
Address: PO BOX 12, LAPORTE TX 77572-0012
BBS Phone: 713-470-8844
Back To Basics
Address: PO BOX 1820, CASPER WY 82602-1820
BBS Phone: 307-235-7043
BATH BBS
Address: 43 MIDFORD ROAD, BATH BA2 5RW U.K.
BBS Phone: +44-225-840060
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 611
BBS AMERICA
Address: PO BOX 830452, RICHARDSON TX 75083
BBS Phone: 214-680-3406
Bits N'Bytes BBS
Address: PO BOX 8194, WINSLOW ME 04901
BBS Phone: 207-873-1937
BIZynet BBS
Address: 3174 HAWTHORN STREET, SAN DIEGO CA 92104
BBS Phone: 619-283-1721
Boardwatch Magazine BBS
Address: 5970 SOUTH VIVIAN STREET, LITTLETON CO 80127
BBS Phone: 303-973-4222
Canada Remote Systems
Address: #D 1331 CRESTLAWN DRIVE, MISSISSAUGA ON L4W 2P9 CANADA
BBS Phone: 416-629-7000
Capitol Area Network
Address: 10829 GOLF COURSE TERRACE, MITCHELLVILLE MD 20721
BBS Phone: 301-499-4671
CARDZ BBS
Address: 1920 WEST BROADWAY, VANCOUVER BC V5S 4G3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-734-5800
CATS-BBS
Address: Rua Camilo Castelo Branco 7R/C, 2675 ODIVELAS PORTUGAL
BBS Phone: 351 1-352 64 22
CBUG BBS
Address: PO BOX 125, COLUMBIA MD 21045
BBS Phone: 301-750-1253
Central Louisiana Shareware
Address: 905 IDA STREET, ALEXANDRIA LA 71303-2329
BBS Phone: 318-487-0800
CHANCES ARE!
Address: 21 N 185 E BOX 465, RICHMOND UT 84333-0465
CHANNEL 1 Communications
Address: PO BOX 338, CAMBRIDGE MA 02238
BBS Phone: 617-354-8873
Channel V
Address: PO BOX 5320, HERZELYIA 46152 ISRAEL
BBS Phone: 972-52-503801
Charlie's BBS
Address: 916 MAPLEWOOD DR, COLUMBIA MO 65203
BBS Phone: 314-442-6023
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 612
Chicago Syslink
Address: 1643 SOUTH GUNERSON, BERWYN IL 60402
BBS Phone: 708-795-4442
City Lites
th
Address: 2498 30 AVE S #123, GRAND FORKS ND 58201
BBS Phone: 701-772-5399
ClassiComputerFieds
Address: PO BOX 11499, INDIANAPOLIS IN 46201-0499
BBS Phone: 317-359-5199
Classified Connection
Address: 9528 MIRAMAR RD., STE 277, SAN DIEGO CA 92126
BBS Phone: 619-566-7347
CLUB PC BBS
Address: 1217 CRESCENT DRIVE, SMITHFIELD VA 23430
BBS Phone: 804-357-0357
Collector's Edition
Address: 3733 ROCKDALE DR, DALLAS TX 75220-1863
BBS Phone: 214-351-9859
COM-ONE
Address: PO BOX 495, NAPERVILLE IL 60566
BBS Phone: 708-717-9370
COM1 ATLANTA-ATLANTA PCUG
Address: 5143 OAKLEAF TERRACE, STONE MOUNTAIN GA 30087
BBS Phone: 404-879-5985
Compu-Tronics BBS
Address: 150 NETTLETON ROAD, VISTA CA 92083
BBS Phone: 619-630-9011
CompuServe IBMNET
Address: 749 PARKSIDE DRIVE, SANTA ROSA CA 95404
CompuSpec
Address: 1143 BURNSIDE ROAD WEST, VICTORIA BC V8Z 1N4 CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-479-0418
Computer Communications
Address: 2230 COCQUINA DRIVE, RESTON VA 22091-1139
BBS Phone: 703-264-9698
Computer Confident
Address: 430 FRANKLIN VILLAGE DR #122, FRANKLIN MA 02038
BBS Phone: 508-528-2295
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 613
COMPUTER HUT'S TBBS
Address: 1825 TAMIAMI TR UNIT F-1, PORT CHARLOTTE FL 33948
BBS Phone: 813-624-6129
Computer Support Hot-Line
Address: 3805 9TH ST, DES MOINES IA 50313
BBS Phone: 515-246-1353
Computer Users Exchange (CUE)
Address: 1710 SW 33ST, TOPEKA KS 66611
BBS Phone: 913-267-1903
CONNECTIONS BBS
Address: PO BOX 748, WOONSOCKET RI 02895
BBS Phone: 401-658-3465
CONSTRUCTION NET #6
Address: 505 OPPENHEIMER #209, LOS ALAMOS NM 87544
BBS Phone: 505-662-0659
Crossroads, BBS
Address: PO BOX 254, LEXINGTON SC 29071
BBS Phone: 803-957-7077
CyberSpace
Address: 2023 HICKORY ST, WAUKEGAN IL 60087
BBS Phone: 708-336-4426
CYBERSTORE ONLINE
Address: #320-720 SIXTH ST, NEW WESTMINSTER BC V3L 3C5 CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-526-3376
DaemonWorld BBS
Address: 5 F #339 TUN HWA S RD SEC.1, TAIPEI 10654 TAIWAN ROC
BBS Phone: 886-2 703-5133
Data Point!
Address: 8580 W. FAIR AVENUE, LITTLETON CO 80123-3227
BBS Phone: 303-973-9454
Data-Base BBS
Address: 3 GRANDIN DRIVE, ANNANDALE NJ 08801-9674
BBS Phone: 908-735-2180
Del Ches Systems BBS
Address: 11 ANDOVER DRIVE, EXTON PA 19341
BBS Phone: 215-363-6625
Delight The Customer BBS
Address: PO BOX 5644, SAGINAW MI 48603
BBS Phone: 517-797-3740
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 614
DFW Programmers' Exchange
Address: 2023 SHORTAL DR., DALLAS TX 75217-1834
BBS Phone: 214-398-3112
DFW Skynet
Address: 3704 HUNTWICK DRIVE, FORT WORTH TX 76123
BBS Phone: 817-346-0948
Digicom BBS
Address: 7624 SYLS DRIVE, EVANSVILLE IN 47712
BBS Phone: 812-479-1310
Digital Dreams BBS
Address: 2425 HIGHWAY 41 NORTH STE 139, EVANSVILLE IN 47711
BBS Phone: 812-421-8011
DR. SNED'S RBBS-IN-A-BOX
Address: RT # 1 BOX 232, SAN MATEO FL 32187-9801
BBS Phone: 904-325-6558
DreamLine II BBS
Address: 251 NOBLE STREET, SOUDERTON PA 18964
BBS Phone: 215-721-7039
DTEL
Address: 1832 NORTH duPONT HIGHWAY, DOVER DE 19901
BBS Phone: 302-739-2818
EAST BAY X-CHANGE
Address: 995 BUCK HALL LANDING, MC CLELLANVILLE SC 29458
BBS Phone: 803-556-7485
Electro-Technika
Address: 1554 HARRISON COURT, LOUISVILLE CO 80027-1006
BBS Phone: 303-673-9978
Electronic Publishing Service
Address: 10940 SW WALNUT, SUITE B, PORTLAND OR 97223-4029
BBS Phone: 503-624-4966
Embedded
Address: 520 ENGLISH OAK, ALLEN TX 75002
BBS Phone: 214-727-2610
EMMASOFT SHAREWARE BOARD
Address: 34 RIDGE ROAD, LANSING NY 14882-9009
BBS Phone: 607-533-7027
EPIC Information Systems
Address: 36 BRISTOL TERRACE, WINGHAM ON N0G 2W0 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-357-1943
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 615
Evergreen BBS
Address: 104 EVERGREEN AVE, HOPATCONG NJ 07843
BBS Phone: 201-398-2373
Excalibur Systems Network
Address: 42 BEECHNUT TERRACE PO BOX 31, WHITESBORO NY 13492
BBS Phone: 315-736-3792
Exec-PC
Address: PO BOX 57, ELM GROVE WI 53122
BBS Phone: 414-789-4210
Express Shareware Rpt.
Address: 116 ELM STREET, BALLWIN MO 63011
BBS Phone: 314-256-0507
Files America
Address: 9150 BLIND PASS RD #505, SARASOTA FL 34242
BBS Phone: 813-349-0355
Files R' Us BBS
Address: 17937 DORMAN RD, LITHIA FL 33547-1709
BBS Phone: 813-684-1096
Gateway Online
Address: PO BOX 82, ROCKWOOD MI 48173
BBS Phone: 313-291-5571
Genesee BBS
Address: 24657 FOOTHILLS DRIVE NORTH, GOLDEN CO 80401
BBS Phone: 303-526-5505
GEnie Home Off/Small Bus
Address: PO BOX 117, PORTSMOUTH NH 03802-0117
BBS Phone: 800-638-8369
GEnie IBM R/T
Address: 100 BLEECKER ST #19E, NEW YORK NY 10012
GEORGE'S COMPUTER ROOM BBS
Address: 343 NOME STREET, AURORA CO 80010
BBS Phone: 303-344-9547
GLIB
Address: PO BOX 636, ARLINGTON VA 22216
BBS Phone: 703-578-4542
Globalnet
Address: 1302 N CATALPA AVE, ANAHEIM CA 92801
BBS Phone: 408-439-9367
GLOBE
Address: Berchat 344, STANS A-6135 AUSTRIA
BBS Phone: 43 524265265
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 616
GORRE & DAPHETID BBS
Address: 4 TEMPLEHILL CRESCENT N.E., CALGARY AB T1Y 4C5 CANADA
BBS Phone: 403-280-9900
HAL 9000 BBS
Address: 5145 PONTIAC TRAIL, ANN ARBOR MI 48105
BBS Phone: 313-663-4173
HAWG WILD! BBS
Address: PO BOX 540691, OMAHA NE 68154
BBS Phone: 402-493-2737
Hawk's Castle
Address: 61 JUNIPER, BIRCH HILL, BRACKNELL BERKS RG12 7ZF U.K.
BBS Phone: 0344 869277
HH Info-Net BBS
Address: 220 MAIN ST #2E, NEW HARTFORD CT 06057
BBS Phone: 203-738-0342
HI DESERT BBS
Address: 23956 TAHQUITZ RD, APPLE VALLEY CA 92307
BBS Phone: 619-247-1816
HOLLYWOOD NEWS/INFO SYSTEM
Address: PO BOX 366, HOLLYWOOD MD 20636
BBS Phone: 301-373-3530
HomeLine
Address: 111 WEST CHESTNUT PO BOX 1076, ST MICHAELS MD 21663
BBS Phone: 301-745-2037
Hubert Middle School
Address: 768 GRANT STREET, SAVANNAH GA 31499
BBS Phone: 912-651-7232
Hudson Valley BBS
Address: RD 2 BOX 154A, RED HOOK NY 12571
BBS Phone: 914-876-1450
Icaro BBS
Address: c/o Luis de Salazar, 9 5C, MADRID 28002 SPAIN
BBS Phone: 011-34-1-519-4645
IDP-BBS
Address: RT 1, BOX 95B, MILLERSVILLE MO 63766
BBS Phone: 314-243-7542
Janis II - Tokyo
Address: DAIICHI ABE BLDG, 3RD FL, 1-8-2 KANDA SAKUMACHO,
CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO JAPAN 101
BBS Phone: 81 3-3255-8856
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 617
JAPCUG
Address: 1804 CHAPIN ST, JACKSON MI 49203-1804
BBS Phone: 517-789-7556
JBJ Systems PC Board BBS
Address: 1549 METHYL STREET, PITTSBURGH PA 15216
BBS Phone: 412-341-9323
JR'S GRAPHICS
Address: 16 SPRING VALLEY VILLAGE STE 2, RICHARDSON TX 75080
BBS Phone: 214-235-1004
JUPITER BBS
Address: PO BOX 953, JUPITER FL 33468-0953
BBS Phone: 407-575-3853
KanataCad BBS
Address: 160 ROTHESAY DRIVE, KANATA ONT K2L 1P1 CANADA
BBS Phone: 613-831-1449
Knightec BBS
Address: 35 ROBB BLVD #6, ORANGEVILLE ONT L9W 3L1 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-940-0007
Kurpfalz BBS
Address: Hauptstrasse 49-51, Lambsheim D W6715 GERMANY
BBS Phone: 49-6233-55087
L.I.N.E.
Address: PO BOX 19, GREENLAWN NY 11740
BBS Phone: 516-261-9701
LaPalma Communictions
Address: 161 HILLCREST DRIVE, FULLERTON CA 92632
BBS Phone: 213-865-7374
Law & Order BBS
Address: 1012 FIRST ST, JACKSON MI 49203
BBS Phone: 517-783-5043
Linking Rings Spitfire
Address: PO BOX 238, TIOGA LA 71477-0238
BBS Phone: 318-442-5694
LOGOS BBS
Address: 74 EAST MADISON AVE, PERU IN 46970
BBS Phone: 317-395-8203
Lynzie's Motherboard
Address: PO BOX 1188, STUDIO CITY CA 91604
BBS Phone: 213-848-2700
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 618
Media Concept BBS
Address: RUE DE SAINT LEGER 40, LUSTIN B-5170 BELGIUM
BBS Phone: 011 32 411300
Merrifield PC BBS
Address: PO BOX 147, MERRIFIELD MN 56465
BBS Phone: 218-829-6340
Metro Online
Address: PO BOX 36846, LOS ANGELES CA 90036
BBS Phone: 213-933-4050
Microlink B
Address: PO BOX 620247, LITTLETON CO 80162
BBS Phone: 303-972-9600
MicroLink BBS
Address: 5329 N OSCEOLA, CHICAGO IL 60656
BBS Phone: 312-631-7191
Midvale Productions
Address: PO BOX 426, SOUTH HARWICH MA 02661-0426
BBS Phone: 508-430-2956
Mindless Ones BBS
Address: 3621 STATE ST, WEIRTON WV 26062
BBS Phone: 304-723-0263
MultiSystem TBBS
Address: 2524 ELMDALE DRIVE, CINCINNATI OH 45230-1213
BBS Phone: 513-231-7013
MUSHIN BBS
Address: 7770 REGENTS RD., STE 113-113, SAN DIEGO CA 92122
BBS Phone: 619-452-3771
N4ZDU Super BBS
Address: , 32680
BBS Phone: 317-742-2214
Nite-Air BBS System
Address: RD 2, BOX 457, BARTLETT ROAD, ROME NY 13440
BBS Phone: 315-339-8831
NORDIC Enterprises EDMS
Address: PO BOX 509, IPSWICH MA 01938
BBS Phone: 508-356-1767
One Stop PCBoard
Address: PO BOX 3080, RICHLAND WA 99352-3080
BBS Phone: 509-943-0211
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 619
OTB Communication System
Address: 49-1534 LANCASTER DRIVE, OAKVILLE ONT L6H 2Z3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 416-844-2483
P & A BBS
Address: 302 BELLWINS 1367-23, NAKAGAMI AKISHIMA TOKYO 196
JAPAN
BBS Phone: 81 425-46-9143
Pacific Rim Information
Address: 4580 MT ALIFAN DRIVE, SAN DIEGO CA 92111-2504
BBS Phone: 619-278-7361
Pardox of Arkansas
Address: 2800 S 36TH, FT SMITH AR 72903
BBS Phone: 501-646-7158
PBS-BBS
Address: 3750 KENTUCKY AVE, INDIANAPOLIS IN 46241
BBS Phone: 317-856-2087
PC-Ohio
Address: 4641 W FARNHURST RD, CLEVELAND OH 44121-3965
BBS Phone: 216-381-3320
PC-ProFile
Address: 2108 22ND ST NW, ROCHESTER MN 55901
BBS Phone: 507-288-6347
PCBoard BBS
Address: PO BOX 451, POMONA NJ 08240-0451
BBS Phone: 609-561-3377
PCPAULSE
Address: 2337 N CENTRAL AVE #102, KISSIMNEE FL 34741
BBS Phone: 407-931-1097
PEE DEE EXCHANGE
Address: RT 2 BOX 317-A, FLORENCE SC 29501
BBS Phone: 803-393-7399
PGHSouth PCBoard System
Address: PO BOX 14853, PITTSBURGH PA 15234
BBS Phone: 412-563-5416
Pier 1 Exchange
Address: 88 DELSAN CT, BUFFALO NY 14216
BBS Phone: 716-875-0283
Positive I.D.
Address: 1803 KNOX ROAD, ARDMORE OK 73401
BBS Phone: 405-226-2223
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 620
PRIME CUT BBS
Address: 13 KIRKBRAE DRIVE, LINCOLN RI 02865-1007
BBS Phone: 401-334-3096
Private Eye's BBS
Address: 8005 WEATHERLY DRIVE, ROWLETT TX 75088
BBS Phone: 214-475-8708
Public Access/Shwr Unltd 900
Address: 2511 STEWART AVE, LAS VEGAS NV 89101
BBS Phone: 702-383-9939
PUMA Wildcat!
Address: PO BOX 13231, ALEXANDRIA LA 71315
BBS Phone: 318-443-1065
R.B. Enterprises
Address: 711 EAST 134TH STREET, BRADENTON FL 34202
BBS Phone: 813-748-5380
Random Access Information Netw
Address: PO BOX 136, CORBETT OR 97019
BBS Phone: 503-695-3250
RAPID RIVER BBS
Address: 6848 HIGHWAY 34, RUDOLPH WI 54475-9531
BBS Phone: 715-435-3855
REVELATION BBS
Address: 27600 BOUQUET CYN RD #104-A22, SANTA CLARITA CA 91350
BBS Phone: 805-296-1218
Rocky Mountain Software
Address: PO BOX 18279, SALT LAKE CITY UT 84118
BBS Phone: 801-963-8721
Ronin BBS
Address: PO BOX 1131, RED OAK TX 75154
BBS Phone: 214-938-2840
ROSEDALE DATA LINE
Address: PO BOX 9561, ROSEDALE MD 21237
BBS Phone: 410-866-1755
Rural Free Delivery
Address: RD1 BOX 872, MIFFLINTOWN PA 17059
BBS Phone: 717-436-2349
Sales Automation Success!
Address: 2815 NW PINE CONE DRIVE, ISSAQUAH WA 98027-8698
BBS Phone: 206-392-8943
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 621
SATALINK INFOR SYSTEMS BBS
Address: PO BOX 449, HUNTINGDON VALLEY PA 19006-0449
BBS Phone: 215-364-3324
Seascape! BBS
Address: PO BOX 326, MOREHEAD CITY NC 28557
BBS Phone: 919-726-9364
SLATCH 1
Address: 57 AV. DE LA REPUBLIQUE, BONDY F-93160 FRANCE
BBS Phone: 33 148020821
SLATCH 2 BBS
Address: 57 AV. DE LA REPUBLIQUE, BONDY F-93160 FRANCE
BBS Phone: 33 148020821
Smart Office Solutions (SOS)
Address: 84 SOUTH DIVISION ST, NEW ROCHELLE NY 10805-2706
BBS Phone: 914-576-6139
Softels Monster BBS
Address: 39 BEECHWOOD RISE, WATFORD HERTS WD2 5SE ENGLAND
BBS Phone: 0923 213373
SOFTWARE CREATIONS
Address: 26 HARRIS STREET, CLINTON MA 01510
BBS Phone: 508-365-2359
Software Expressions BBS
Address: 12006 MANORGATE, HOUSTON TX 77031
BBS Phone: 713-541-3910
Software Plus
Address: 3302 MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD, TAMPA FL 33607
BBS Phone: 813-876-1385
SOM Premium Info Network
Address: 269 WAUKENA AVE, OCEANSIDE NY 11572-4335
BBS Phone: 516-536-8723
Southern On-line Services, Inc
Address: 5151 HIGHLAND ROAD APT 322, BATON ROUGE LA 70808
BBS Phone: 504-766-4174
Southern Star BBS
Address: 3500 HOUMA BLVD., APT 113, METAIRIC LA 70006
BBS Phone: 504-885-5928
SPASH EBBS
Address: 1201 N POINT DR, STEVENS POINT WI 54481
BBS Phone: 715-345-5438
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 622
SSC BBS
Address: 8FL-3 NO.70,SEC.2 ROOAENERT RD, TAIPRI TAIWAN
BBS Phone: 886-2 366-0101
ST COM-LINK INFORMATION SERVIC
Address: RT 1 BOX 806-C, MENA AR 71953
BBS Phone: 501-394-1454
Stingray, Stingray II
Address: 7034 N CEDAR AVE #175, FRESNO CA 93720
BBS Phone: 209-434-4215
STUDIO PC BBS
Address: 10411 PAULA COURT, PORT RICHEY FL 34668
BBS Phone: 813-862-8850
Super Shareware BBS
Address: 132 - 117TH ST SOUTH, TACOMA WA 98444-5408
BBS Phone: 206-535-1995
Surfside Connection
Address: BOX 1112 79 FINLAY RD, EAST ORLEANS MA 02643
BBS Phone: 508-225-9520
SYNAPSE BBS
Address: 22 BELOEIL, GATINEAU QUEBEC J8T 7G3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 819-561-4321
T-8000 Information System
Address: 3324 49TH STREET SW, CALGARY AB T3E 3Y3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 403-246-4487
Take-A-Byte
Address: 911 MCFARLAND BLVD W, NORTHPORT AL 35476
BBS Phone: 205-333-9515
Tech Pro BBS
Address: PO BOX 2707, DEL MAR CA 92014
BBS Phone: 619-755-7357
Technical Information&Freeware
Address: 636 CORAL REEF DRIVE, GAITHERSBURG MD 20878
BBS Phone: 301-926-4367 USA
The Albuquerque ROS
Address: PO BOX 13150, ALBUQUERQUE NM 87192-3150
BBS Phone: 505-299-5974
The Atomic Cafe BBS
Address: PO BOX 720894, HUSTON TX 77072
BBS Phone: 713-530-8875
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 623
THE B.I.B.S. SYSTEM
Address: PO 1441, CHARLESTON SC 29402
BBS Phone: 205-271-5385
The Bad Attitude BBS!
Address: PO BOX 89, ERIE PA 16512
BBS Phone: 814-456-6209
The Bertha BBS
Address: PO BOX 297, BERTHA MN 56437
BBS Phone: 218-924-2060
The Big Byte
Address: 609 ROGERS ST., ROCKWELL NC 28138
BBS Phone: 704-279-2295
The BixBox
Address: PO BOX 75, CHATHAM KENT ME5 9DL ENGLAND
BBS Phone: 44 0 634-200931
The Black Cauldron
Address: 704 HIGHGATE DR, WINTER SPRINGS FL 32708
BBS Phone: 407-699-6613
THE BLUE RIDGE EXPRESS
Address: PO BOX 34446, RICHMOND VA 23234
BBS Phone: 804-790-1675
THE BOARD
Address: 2828 COCHRAN ST #271, SIMI VALLEY CA 93065
BBS Phone: 818-366-8874
The Break RBBS <East>
Address: 4660 WHITAKER PL, DALE CITY VA 22193-3011
BBS Phone: 703-680-9269
The Byzantine Empire BBS
Address: 1109 MANSON ST, WAUSAU WI 54401
BBS Phone: 715-848-2833
The CAD BBS
Address: 29312 APPLEWOOD COURT, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA 92675
BBS Phone: 714-364-1633
The Cheshire Cat
Address: PO BOX 3701, ZEPHYR COVE NV 89449
BBS Phone: 916-542-3088
The Circuit Board
Address: 1112 BALMORA DRIVE, LAFAYETTE CO 80026
BBS Phone: 303-666-0302
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 624
THE COLLECTOR'S FORUM
Address: 4153 N BONITA ST, SPRING VALLEY CA 91977
BBS Phone: 619-463-9222
The Collectors' BBS
Address: PO BOX 861, CHATHAM NJ 07928
BBS Phone: 201-635-4519
The Comm-Post
Address: 540 ACOMA STREET, DENVER CO 80204
BBS Phone: 303-534-4646
The Computer Matrix
Address: PO BOX 3150, SPRINGFIELD MO 65808
BBS Phone: 417-862-8910
The Computer Station BBS
Address: 1960 KAPIOLANI STE 113-388, HONOLULU HI 96826
BBS Phone: 808-247-7328
THE CONSULTANT BBS
Address: PO BOX 8571, NEW YORK NY 10116-4655
BBS Phone: 718-837-3236
The CrossRoads BBS
Address: 1309 WEST ALBION AVENUE, CHICAGO IL 60626
BBS Phone: 312-743-5439
The Cutting Board
Address: 25108 MARQUERITE PKWY B-227, MISSION VIEJO CA 92692
BBS Phone: 714-493-1006
The Cygnus X-I Opus BBS
Address: 12 HOMESDALE AVE, SOUTHINGTON CT 06489
BBS Phone: 203-628-9702
The Dark Side BBS
Address: #44-700 OSGOODE DR, LONDON ONT N6E 2H1 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-668-6560
The DarkSide BBS
Address: 3800 W FEDERAL HWY, ROSCOMMON MI 48653-8362
BBS Phone: 517-275-4384
The ELUSIVE DIAMOND
Address: 9922 COFFER WOODS RD, BURKE VA 22015
BBS Phone: 703-323-6423
The Evans BBS
Address: 302 EAST COFFREN AVE, GREENVILLE MI 48838
BBS Phone: 616-754-6180
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 625
The FABulous BBS
Address: 1243 S COUNTY ROAD 427, LONGWOOD FL 32750
BBS Phone: 407-834-6277
The FILE-CACHE BBS
Address: 9831 W WILDWOOD TERRACE, WEST ALLIS WI 53227
BBS Phone: 414-545-8545
the FLASH POINT bbs
Address: 1665 E JEFFERSON AVE, POMONA CA 91767
BBS Phone: 714-625-4920
The G-Net BBS
Address: 4125 STRATFORD RD, BOARDMAN OH 44512
BBS Phone: 216-782-6135
The Garbage Dump
Address: PO BOX 16032, ALBUQUERQUE NM 87191-6032
BBS Phone: 505-294-5675
The Global-Link Network BBS
Address: PO BOX 61299, DENVER CO 80206-8299
BBS Phone: 303-680-4563
THE GRAPEVINE
Address: 1260 THOMPSON AVE, NAPA CA 94558
BBS Phone: 707-257-2338
The Grapevine BBS
Address: 5324 CAMP ROBINSON RD, NORTH LITTLE ROCK AR 72118
BBS Phone: 501-753-8121
The Hobbit Hole BBS
Address: 330 N MACARTHUR AVE, PANAMA CITY FL 32401
BBS Phone: 904-763-5165
THE ICEBOX BBS
Address: 144-29 75 AVE, FLUSHING NY 11367
BBS Phone: 718-793-8548
The InfoMall
Address: 510 SHELMAR DRIVE, EULESS TX 76039-2520
BBS Phone: 817-540-5419
THE INVENTION FACTORY
Address: 321 GREENWICH STREET, NEW YORK NY 10013-3340
BBS Phone: 212-431-1194
THE KANDY SHACK
Address: 12531 STRATHMORE DRIVE, GARDEN GROVE CA 92640
BBS Phone: 714-636-2667
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 626
The Lebanon Link
Address: PO BOX 608, LEBANON TN 37087
BBS Phone: 615-399-0707
The Ledge PCBoard
Address: 6858 ACCO STREET, LOS ANGELES CA 90040
BBS Phone: 818-896-2007
The Library! BBS
Address: PO BOX 70177, RIVERSIDE CA 92504
BBS Phone: 714-780-6365
The Locker Room
Address: 2125 GREENBRIER ST, SANTA ANA CA 92706
BBS Phone: 714-542-5917
The Mail Room
Address: 903 COLLEGE DR. APT 1, ANDERSON IN 46012-4040
BBS Phone: 317-644-5029
The Miami PC Users Group
Address: 10448 SW 49TH PLACE, COOPER CITY FL 33328
BBS Phone: 305-680-9481
THE MODEMS DELIGHT BBS
Address: 14503 SABINE DR, LA MIRADA CA 90638
BBS Phone: 213-944-1221
THE MOTHER BOARD BBS
Address: 318 E. 8TH, NEWTON KS 67114
BBS Phone: 316-284-2421
The Motherboard III
Address: Accudrive, 903-I LOOP 336 WEST, CONROE TX 77301
BBS Phone: 409-539-2939
The Nor'Easter Premimum BBS
Address: 67 BAYBERRY LANE, LONDONDERRY NH 03053-4606
BBS Phone: 603-432-6711
THE OPENWINDOW BBS
Address: 30 BROADWAY, BEVERLY MA 01915
BBS Phone: 508-927-7224
The Other BBS
Address: PO BOX 6501, HARRISBURG PA 17112
BBS Phone: 717-657-8699
THE PC JUNCTION BBS
Address: 323 TN NURSERY RD., CLEVELAND TN 37311
BBS Phone: 615-478-2890
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 627
The Point BBS
Address: 122 CEDAR ST, STEVENS POINT WI 54481
BBS Phone: 715-345-1327
The Pooltable 2
Address: 12217 LASHBROOK CT, JACKSONVILLE FL 32223
BBS Phone: 904-260-2394
The PROF-BBS
Address: 2050 IDLE HOUR CENTER STE 106, LEXINGTON KY 40502
BBS Phone: 606-269-1565
THE PROMISED LAND
Address: 2521 W ARNOLD ST, MARSHFIELD WI 54449
BBS Phone: 715-387-1339
The Red Phone Information Sys
Address: 215 WEST 11TH STREET, NEW YORK NY 10014
BBS Phone: 212-924-1138
The Resting Place BBS
Address: PO BOX 323, SANDWICH IL 60548-0323
BBS Phone: 815-786-6240
The RoadHouse BBS
Address: 4095-B CREEK WAY, INDIANAPOLIS IN 46227-4036
BBS Phone: 317-784-2147
The Round Table BBS
Address: PO BOX 6731, WYOMISSING PA 19610
BBS Phone: 215-678-0818
The Seaside
Address: 4630 VISTA BUENA RD, SANATA BARBARA CA 93110
BBS Phone: 805-964-4766
The Shareware Support BBS
Address: 82 AKEMAN STREET, TRING HERTS HP23 6AF U.K.
BBS Phone: 44 442 890303
The TIMES
Address: 1500 CENTRAL AVENUE, ALBANY NY 12205
BBS Phone: 518-452-4757
The Total Access BBS
Address: 109 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, LUNENBERG MA 01462
BBS Phone: 508-342-5998
The TOY SHOP-PC BBS
Address: 4195 ELWOOD ROAD, SPRING HILL FL 34609
BBS Phone: 904-688-9124
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 628
The Treasure Chest
Address: 1565 WOODS ROAD B2, WINSTON-SALEM NC 27106
BBS Phone: 919-922-1047
THE TWILIGHT ZONE
Address: 1119 E. MAIN STREET, AUBURNDALE WI 54412
BBS Phone: 715-652-2758
THE UNIVERSAL JOINT
Address: 13125 W 85TH PL, ARVADA CO 80005
BBS Phone: 303-425-6950
The V.I.N.E. BBS
Address: 2810 ALLEN'S WAY, CHARLOTTESVILLE VA 22901
BBS Phone: 804-978-4134
The Valley BBS
Address: 30855 MOSSY OAK TERRACE, MYAKKA CITY FL 34251
BBS Phone: 813-322-2589
THE WINDOWS BBS
Address: 115-H PINEWOOD CRESCENT, YORKTOWN VA 23693
BBS Phone: 804-766-0553
the Wizard's Gate BBS
Address: 463 EAST TOWN STREET, COLUMBUS OH 43215-4796
BBS Phone: 614-224-1635
THUNDERVOLTS BBS
Address: 1175 MONTECITO DRIVE, LOS ANGELES CA 90031
BBS Phone: 213-225-5474
Toledo's TBBS
Address: 4440 SAMARIA ROAD, TEMPERANCE MI 48182
BBS Phone: 313-856-8183
Totoche BBS
Address: 6305 BEAUCOURT, MONTREAL-NORD QC H1G 2G3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 514-326-8363
Turning Point Information Svc
Address: 12511 TURKEY RIDGE, AUSTIN TX 78729
BBS Phone: 512-219-7828
Two Ravens BBS
Address: 4812 JUSTIN DRIVE, PLANO TX 75024
BBS Phone: 214-618-9578
Uncle Bob's BBS
Address: 924 APACHE TRAIL, LAKE VILLA IL 60046
BBS Phone: 708-265-0698
Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards" 629
UNI-ROM BBS
Address: 5694 MISSION CENTER #449, SAN DIEGO CA 92108
BBS Phone: 619-279-4774
Visions InfoLine
Address: 885 STERLING ST., PLAINFIELD NJ 07062
BBS Phone: 908-769-1779
Who Knows BBS
Address: 8455 SW 137 AVE, MIAMI FL 33183
BBS Phone: 305-383-7717
Windchimes BBS
Address: PO BOX 2100, JUPITER FL 33468
BBS Phone: 407-220-3312
WINGIT
Address: 1929 NORTH MISSION ROAD, TALLAHASSEE FL 32303
BBS Phone: 904-386-8693
WOLVERINE
Address: 4702 JEFFERSON, MIDLAND MI 48640
BBS Phone: 517-631-3471
Xanadu
Address: 34 DANE STREET, BEVERLY MA 01915
BBS Phone: 508-921-2204
Xevious BBS
Address: 92 BISHOP DRIVE, FRAMINGHAM MA 01701-6515
BBS Phone: 508-875-3618
YA! WEBECAD!
Address: 556 E PARKLAND AVE, EVANSVILLE IN 47711
BBS Phone: 812-428-3870
ZEN DEN SYSTEMS BBS
Address: 305 KREST STREET, MADERA CA 93637
BBS Phone: 209-675-8436
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Address: 513 W. WALNUT ST., CARBONDALE IL 62901-2613
BBS Phone: 618-549-8448
Appendix D, "Retired shareware" 630
Appendix D
Retired shareware
This appendix lists shareware products now "retired" by the
author. Retired products no longer receive the minimum levels
of support, and the authors have agreed to return any registra-
tion fees sent in for the software.
An author may retire a shareware product for any number of
reasons. Some applications have outlived their usefulness;
others may have grown too costly to continue supporting due to
competition from other authors.
Product: Dad's Choice
Author: Motes Educational Software
Children's math and graphics program.
Product: DiZkND
Author: Unicorn Software Limited
THE DiZk cataloger for NDOS.
Product: Home Money Manager II (and I)
Author: HomeCraft Software
Home checkbook and budgeting.
Product: Penname
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Create pennames & character names for writers.
Product: Soothsayer aka Oracle
Author: R.K. West Consulting
I Ching and Tarot.
Product: Stardial
Author: GTX Software
AutoDialer For Galaxy/Starlink Service.
Product: Your Financial Advisor
Author: HomeCraft Software
Loan and finacial calculations.
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 631
Appendix E
Sorted list of all programs
This appendix notes the author of each program listed in this
catalog. It comes in extremely handy when you want to see if a
given program comes from an ASP member, or when you want to
know the current version number/release date for a program.
Hint: look in the index for the program (by name) if you want
to see a full description for the program or learn the author's
address & phone number. You'll find page references for all
the information you need.
2Convert 1.10 (08-01-92) Go Software
3 ball Juggler 1.13 (12-08-91) First Magnitude
40-LOVE Text Editor 1.04 (01-06-92)
4DOS 4.0 (08-26-91) JP Software Inc.
4EDIT 1.09 (10-13-91) XD Systems
4FILES 2T.2 (05-26-92) Hand-Crafted Software
4Print 4.1 (08-15-91) Korenthal Associates, Inc.
4Shell for Windows 1.4 (03-17-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
4ZIP/4UNZIP 2.00 (10-24-91) XD Systems
-=Tab123=- 1.2 (12-17-91) Mountain Software
AC11TO10 2.20 (03-01-92) Software Designs, Inc.
ACCEL 1.0 (11-01-91) JSOFT
ACCU BBS Lister 3.0 (06-18-91) Kevin Fischer
ACCU Music Printer 2.1 (03-23-91) Kevin Fischer
ActaeOn V1.60 (11-12-91) Jon Clempner
ActCalendar 2.5 (01-22-91) ShareGames
ActMenu 5.9 (05-04-91) ShareGames
The Address Book Solution 2.1 (05-31-91) GSF Software &
Solutions
Advanced Menu System 1.40 (08-01-92) Go Software
Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT) 1.35 (05-01-92) Softworks
Aerosoft Fitness Log 2.3 (10-15-91) Aerosoft
AFFORD IT??? 3.02 (08-22-91) Garrett Krueger Software
Development
ALBUM KEEPER II 2.12 (06-01-91) CACHE MICROSYSTEMS
AlbumMaster 6.71 (09-02-91) Unicorn Software Limited
ALITE 1.10f (12-15-91) TRIUS, Inc.
ALLY 1.32 (03-18-91) Wasco Technical Software
ALPHAQUOTE 2.3 (05-06-91) AlphaBytes, Inc.
ALPS 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
ALPS(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
AM-EDIT 1.00 (01-10-92) PLC Software
AMORTIZATION TABLE 3.52 (04-26-91) H&P Software
AMORTZ 1.30 (06-30-91) Oregon Software Group
Ample Notice 2.04 (05-21-91) Granny's Old-Fashioned Software
AntiC 1.13 (06-11-92) Cascoly Software
APCAL 3.10 (01-10-92) Gamma Software
APPLICATION & VERIFICATION MGT. AV-2.0 (09-01-91) First Step
Software
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 632
Appointment Book 1.0 (04-01-92) Silicon Systems
Approved Vendor Requirements n/a (03-12-91) Association of
Shareware Professionals
Architectural Engineering 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Around The House 1.1 (05-15-92) BlueCollar Software
AS-EASY-AS 5.01c (05-22-92) TRIUS, Inc.
ASP BBS Membership Application n/a (01-03-92) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASP Catalog for BBSs n/a (01-01-80) Association of Shareware
Professionals
ASP Catalog for CompuServe n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASP Catalog for GEnie n/a (01-01-80) Association of Shareware
Professionals
ASP Catalog for Windows & OS/2 n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASP List of Approved BBSs n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASP List of Approved Vendors n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ATC: Air Traffic Controller 1.0 (09-29-85) Cascoly Software
Attribution 1.12 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
AutoCon 2.0g (03-14-92) Larry Weaver
AutoLibrary Program-Playback 1.2 (03-01-92) Avid Software
Automatic Netwk Manager 1.10 (08-01-92) Go Software
AxTrons 1.0 (02-17-90) ShareGames
Babble! 2.0 (02-08-91) Korenthal Associates, Inc.
Back Soon! 1.1 (04-01-92) Tay-Jee Software
Backup 2.05 (06-16-91) Richard W. Adams
Backup/2 1.01 (07-07-91) Richard W. Adams
Badge-O-Magic 1.2 (07-10-89) Ward Mundy Software
BakupWiz 3.29fl (01-03-92) PCX
Balloons 3.8 (03-29-91) AssistWare
Bannerific 1.1 (01-01-91) TexaSoft
BASASM.LIB 1.0 (06-22-92) Annette Cuomo
Basic Program Cross Reference 1.2 (04-01-92) JNGoodale
Bass Class 1.2 (03-22-91) Olsen Outdoors
BassTour 4.5 (03-26-91) Olsen Outdoors
BatchMaker Plus 2.5 (12-12-91) Northland Multisoft
BATUTIL 4.0 (12-23-91) CTRLALT Associates
BCS Menu Program 2.0 (12-10-90) Bristol Computing Systems, Inc.
BESTTEST 1.5 (06-01-91) WiseWare
The Better Diet Analyzer 3.1 (01-11-92) Syntonic Software
BIBLOGIC 3.01 (06-11-92) Biblogic Computer Services
BlackJack! 2.30d (05-27-92) Glencoe Computing
BLANK-IT 5.1a (03-02-92) Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
Bmenu 5.41 (09-17-90) Mark Strong
Book Librarian 1.5s (01-28-92) TurboSystemsCo
Book of Changes 1.7 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
BookBank 1.1 (02-01-92) Data By Design
BOOKLET 3.8 (10-23-91) Sympathetic Software
BOOKLET-SCREEN 1.6 (10-23-91) Sympathetic Software
BookStor 2.5 (06-01-92) Data By Design
BOOT.SYS 1.42 (07-03-91) Hans Salvisberg
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 633
BootMaster 3.3 (07-01-92) RoSi Software
Border 1.1 (02-23-89) Cascoly Software
BOXER Text Editor 4.0 (06-15-92) BOXER Software
BRAINdead2 1.00 (09-04-91) Michael Donat
Brandon's Big Lunchbox 1.5 (03-30-92) Robichaux and Associates
BridgePal 2.02 (04-29-90) WR Software
Brother's Keeper 5.0 (01-01-92) John Steed
Browse/2 1.34 (07-26-91) Wolf Software Design
Btr Help! 1.88 (06-15-91) Informative Technologies
Btr Watch 1.0 (09-15-91) Informative Technologies
Business Plan Master (IBM) 1.2 (03-21-92) Grand Universal
Business Plan Master (Mac) 1.2 (03-25-92) Grand Universal
By the Numbers 4.54 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
C.A.R.S. 2.8 (03-27-92) Cybernetic Software
CADET 3.0 (03-18-91) Wasco Technical Software
Calculation Solitaire 1.12 (12-23-91) Daniel Thomas
CALC_JNC 9.00 (04-15-92) James N. Cox
Calendar Keeper 3.0a (02-02-91) Dataphile Software
Calendar Mate 4.1 (06-01-91) Hawk Software
CALendar preview for SideKick 2 1.14 (11-17-91) WetZoft
Applications
CALendar RePorT for SideKick+ 2.61 (01-11-92) WetZoft
Applications
CALendar report for TRaVel 1.06 (04-11-92) WetZoft Applications
Calendar Wise 1.0 (01-25-92) BLUE CANNON SOFTWARE
Canfield For Windows 1.01 (01-04-92) Daniel Thomas
Capbuf 1.41 (12-28-90) Cascoly Software
Capital Gainz 3.0 (02-24-92) DBLinx
Cash Control 1.21S (01-01-91) Adrian-Thomas Developments, Inc.
CassetteMaster 7.40 (07-20-91) Unicorn Software Limited
CATALOG-ON-A-DISK(tm) 2.10 (05-22-92) EmmaSoft Software Company,
Inc.
CatScan 3.0 (06-15-91) Rochester Heritage
CDMaster 7.00 (06-30-92) Unicorn Software Limited
Changer/2 1.01 (07-06-91) Richard W. Adams
Charge Account Management Prog. 1.11 (11-08-89) M. P. Data
Chartist 1.02b (04-28-92) Novagraph
CHARTS UNLIMITED 2.0 (01-01-92) Graphware, Inc.
Checkbook Management Program 5.03 (05-07-90) M. P. Data
CheckBook Plus 5.0 (04-01-92) Beshears Software Associates
CheckMate Plus 1.50 (02-02-92) Custom Technologies
"Cheque-It-Out" 1.1C (03-01-91) Hooper International, Inc.
The Children's Graphics Program 4.0 (07-07-92) Motes Educational
Software
Chinese Checkers 1.3 (05-01-92) ImagiSOFT, Inc.
Chris's Automobile Recorder 13.1 (08-09-92) Cooney Applied
Technology
CHRONOS 2.12 (05-05-92) Cascoly Software
Church Membership Tracking Sys 3.0 (07-06-91) Torbert Data
Systems, INC.
Cipher 2.1 (10-09-91) Arcanum Computing
Cipher for Windows 1.0 (10-02-91) Arcanum Computing
The Cipher-Ace Series 2.0 (02-28-92) Charles W. Stewart
Circle Link 1.1 (06-12-90) ShareGames
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 634
CIS Billing Orgainizer 1.01 (05-23-92) JNGoodale
Citizen 3.1 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
ClassAdz(c) 1.1 (05-27-92) dbF Software Productions
CleanUp 2.1 (11-02-90) ShareGames
ClipMate for Windows 1.14 (03-07-92) ThunderWare (tm)
CLOCK 2.00 (01-10-92) Gamma Software
CM_FILER 5.22 (03-09-92) NoVaSoft
CNC-Transedit 1.1 (12-12-91) Northland Multisoft
CODE TO CODE 4.0 (04-29-91) AlphaBytes, Inc.
ColorView for Windows .97 (05-11-92) Millennium Technologies
Corporation
COM-AND 2.8 (10-19-91) CABER Software
Command Post 7.0S (02-15-91) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
Compact Disk Catalogue 1 (04-01-92) Eric Begbie
Complement & Schedules 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Complement & Schedules(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
COMPLEX 2.01 (11-14-91) TIESOH
CompUser 2.70b (04-04-92) Unicorn Software Limited
Computer Trivia Quiz 1.0 (09-07-91) Shoestring Software
ConvDW 1.2 (01-20-90) CrossCourt Systems
Convert To Structured BASIC 1.3 (11-15-91) Unique Software
Cook Book Plus 2.0 (08-01-92) Eric Begbie
Creativity Package 3.2 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
CROSSDOWN 2.6 (02-24-92) CROSSDOWN
Crossword Clipper for Windows 1.00 (02-01-92) PC HELP-LINE
Crossword Creator 5.00 (02-01-92) PC HELP-LINE
CROSSWORD POWER 4.00 (01-02-92) WISCO Computing
Crystal Ball 3.2 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
CtrlcLib 1.0 (01-01-91) Trendtech Corporation
Cumberland Diary 1.1 (04-01-92) Cumberland Software
Cumberland Story 1.1 (04-01-92) Cumberland Software
Cumberland Tree 3.3 (04-01-92) Cumberland Software
Curses! 2.2 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
Custodial Requirements 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Custodial Requirements(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Custom#Menu 1.81 (12-18-91) Mountain Software
Customer Order Management Sys. 1.1 (10-01-91) Beshears Software
Associates
DaMenu 1.1 (04-02-92) Just-In-Time Computing Services
DARN! Don't Forget! 3.00 (07-12-90) EmmaSoft Software Company,
Inc.
DasBOOT! 1.60 (05-01-92) WHEEL Games
Data Master 2.2 (04-22-92) RKS Software, Inc.
DayMaster 3.70a (11-10-91) Unicorn Software Limited
DAYO ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (AP) 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (AR) 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO BACK ORDERS (BO) 2.0 (04-01-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO BILLING & INVOICING 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO END OF PERIOD 3.0 (06-24-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO GENERAL LEDGER (GL) 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO INDEX 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO INVENTORY 3.1 (06-27-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO LITTLE POS 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 635
DAYO LOOKUP 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO MEMBERSHIP 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO MENU 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO MRP 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO ORDER ENTRY 3.0 (06-12-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO PASSWORDS 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO PAYROLL 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO POS (POINT OF SALE) 3.1 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO PRICE BOOK 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO QUOTES 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO RENTAL POS 3.0 (06-26-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO RETURN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 2.0 (05-01-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO RETURNS & REFUNDS 2.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO SIMPLE POS 2.0 (06-01-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO SMART REPORTS 3.0 (06-28-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO TIME & BILLING 3.0 (06-24-91) TJS LAB, Inc.
DB2DOC 2.0 (06-30-91) Carlos Berguido
DB2PRG 2.1 (06-30-91) Carlos Berguido
dbDIAL(tm) 1.02 (01-06-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
dBF-View 1.0 (06-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
dBkit 2 (06-17-92) P. C. Softsmith
DC Circuit Analysis 1.1 (03-31-92) Arthur Tanzella
Decision Analysis 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Decision Analysis(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Decoder! 1.2 (09-13-91) Trinity Software
DialThat 1.03 (02-01-91) Real Software
Diamond Data 4.0 (04-01-92) The Software Construction Co.
DICOGO 3.0 (09-30-91) DI Management Corporation
DIMANAGE 2.1 (06-14-91) DI Management Corporation
Dinger 2.0 (02-15-91) Pinecliffe International
DirBack 3.6 (01-21-91) ShareGames
DIRCMDr PLUS 1.2 (01-01-92) Tay-Jee Software
DIRECT MAINT 2.0 (07-01-89) MORSOFT
Director 2.03 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
Directory Freedom 4.50 (12-05-91) Bit Masons Consulting
Directory-Manifest 1.0 (12-22-91) Northland Multisoft
DIREDIT 3.06 (02-29-92) Computer Counselors, Inc.
DISASTER 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
DiscTrak System 1.70 (07-14-92) Blam Entertainment Group
Disk DUP 5.9a (11-08-90) FormGen Corp.
Disk Manager (CUDM) 3.30 (08-01-91) Micro System Solutions
Disk OrGanizer (DOG) 3.14 (08-18-91) Soft GAM's Software
DISK SPOOL II 4.00 (06-27-91) Budget Software Company
DISKCOPY 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
DISKLIST 2.50 (04-21-92) Gulf Sierra
DiskMan 2.0 (08-15-92) DiskMaster Software
DiZk4D 3.03 (11-18-91) Unicorn Software Limited
DJ-CHECK 1.01 (03-01-92) JMJ Software
DJ-LOPE 3.0 (03-01-92) JMJ Software
DJ-SLEEVE 2.0 (03-01-92) JMJ Software
dLITE 2.0 (07-01-91) Ward Mundy Software
DMP 2.05 (01-15-91) DMP Software
DOS Extensions for Professional 1.1 (09-02-91) Allison Software
DOS Helper 1.0 (05-24-92) Polaris Software
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 636
DOS Summary 1.01 (02-23-91) Computer Knowledge
DOS Summary (Hypertext) 2.0 (02-15-92) Computer Knowledge
DOS-CALC 3.0 (07-01-92) DOS-CALC
DosEA 1--For Absolute Beginners 2.00 (05-19-91) Langin Software
DosEA 2--What is DOS? 2.00 (05-19-91) Langin Software
DosEA 3--10 Easy Commands 2.00 (05-19-91) Langin Software
DosEA 4--Find That Command! 2.00 (05-19-91) Langin Software
DosEA 5--All About MS-DOS 5.0 1.00 (07-05-91) Langin Software
DosEA 6--Switched on DOS 1.00 (09-14-91) Langin Software
DOWNLOAD 1.1 (04-22-91) TaxWare
dPerfect Merge 1.7 (05-11-92) Newdorf Research
Dr. Motes' Colorbook 2.0 (07-07-92) Motes Educational Software
DRAFT CHOICE 2.00 (06-01-92) TRIUS, Inc.
DrawSome 2.4 (03-30-91) AssistWare
DressMeUp 2.2 (11-14-90) ShareGames
DTQ 1.00 (05-03-92) Roger D Hamilton
dtSearch 1.12 (05-26-92) DT Software, Inc.
Dueling Dragons 1.0 (02-02-90) ShareGames
Dupes 3.10 (01-11-92) Richard W. Adams
Duplicate File Manager 3.0 (09-01-91) Micro System Solutions
Early Bird 1.0f (08-17-91) Allan Computer Products
Easy Access 6.2a (05-20-91) TengWare Enterprises
EASY BANKING 1.2 (01-01-92) The Durol Company
Easy Format 3.20 (11-30-90) Falk Data Systems
Easy Project 4.02 (05-01-91) Parcell Software
Easydial 3.6 (07-10-91) Patri-Soft
Ecomaster 1.1 (11-15-90) Cascoly Software
EDDY (EDit DirectorY) 7a (07-01-92) ScofWare Associates
EDWORD 1.0 (11-26-91) FAGERLUND CONSULTING
EE 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
EGA Mouse Paint 4.2 (01-30-92) Fischer Grafix & Software
EGATrek 3.0 (01-22-92) Arcanum Computing
EGAWHEEL V.17.0S (01-01-92) WHEEL Games
ELECTRON 2.5 (04-23-91) H&P Software
EliteCheck 1.1a (10-01-91) Taewoong Jeon
ELMER 1.00 (05-01-92) Software for Amateur Radio
EM Klondike 3.01 (05-01-91) EM Software
EM Poker Solitaire 2.0 (05-30-91) EM Software
EM Pyramid 1.07 (05-30-91) EM Software
ENIGMACROSS 1.0 (04-09-92) CROSSDOWN
Enveloper 3.2 (05-07-91) Pinecliffe International
ENVI-MAN 1.00 (04-26-91) Micrometric
EnVision Publisher 1.0 (09-01-92) Software Vision Corporation
EQUALIZER 1.03 (03-20-92) Nine-Patch Software
ESF's DeskJet Fonts & Utilities 1.6 (05-20-92) Elfring Soft
Fonts
ESF's European DeskJet Fonts 1.2 (05-21-92) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's European LaserJet Fonts 1.2 (05-20-92) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's LaserJet Fonts & Util. 1.7 (05-25-92) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts 1.2 (05-25-92) Elfring Soft Fonts
EVA 1.20 (01-01-92) Gateway Software
EVAL 1.0 (01-23-92) McAdams Associates
The Evergreen Tools 1.1 (10-03-92) Mark Tigges
Except 2.00 (06-15-91) Richard W. Adams
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 637
EXPRESSCALC 4.10 (12-31-91) Expressware Corporation
EXPRESSCHECK 4.04 (03-31-92) Expressware Corporation
EXPRESSGRAPH 1.05 (12-31-91) Expressware Corporation
EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS! 4.07 (07-01-91) Seaware Corp.
ExtraDOS Toolbox 3.80 (04-11-92) Foley Hi-Tech Systems
EZ-Reader 1.33 (09-30-90) Thumper Technologies
EZ-Reader 2.00 (08-02-91) Thumper Technologies
EZ-Tree 2.00 (08-15-92) MicroFox Company
EZSET 2.0 (05-18-92) McAdams Associates
Family Tree Print Utility C (03-01-91) Common Sense Software
Fantasy 2.0 (09-01-90) Natural Software
FAST INVOICE WRITER 4.91 (07-23-91) H&P Software
FAST STATEMENT WRITER 4.1 (07-11-91) H&P Software
FASTFILE 5.33 (07-09-91) Interactive Mini Systems, Inc.
FASTMAIL 2.27 (06-01-91) CACHE MICROSYSTEMS
fastmenu GOLD 4.1 (09-01-91) jwh: SoftWare
FBNCAT 3.0 (11-01-90) FBN Software
FCOMP 1.01 (01-10-92) Gamma Software
FDplot 1.2 (02-27-92) Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
Federal Express Label Printer 1.5 (10-09-91) TVSWare
FFBALL 3.0 (04-01-92) Fly By Night Software
Fictionary 1.32 (04-30-90) Cascoly Software
FIELD GENERAL 5.1 (01-15-92) rbm software
FILE EXPRESS 5.1 (05-01-92) Expressware Corporation
FILE PATCH 2.0 (07-01-89) MORSOFT
FILE-MAN 4.21 (05-24-91) Micrometric
FileBUDDY 1.01 (06-12-92) Lenard Dean
FileFinder 3.8 (04-01-92) California Software Design
FileMan 2.40 (08-09-92) TDWare
Filer! 1.92 (12-16-91) Trinity Software
FileXref 1.3 (10-01-91) ConVal Software, Inc.
Find Area Code (FAC) 1.61 (11-18-91) Mountain Data Systems
The Finishing Touch 2.0 (06-01-92) ImagiSOFT, Inc.
First Expedition 4.0 (01-01-92) Steve Englestad
FISHBYTE(tm) 1.2 (01-07-92) EJM Computer Consulting Ltd.
FISHTIME 1.2 (05-01-92) C & E Associates
Flags 1991b (08-01-91) Wyndware
FLAGS(c) 2.2 (04-05-92) dbF Software Productions
Flex 1.02 (06-16-91) Logical Systems
FlexBase 1.0 (11-20-91) National MicroSystems
FLEXIBAK Plus 2.01 (03-11-92) Nildram Software
FLODRAW 2.2 (11-30-90)
FLOPTOOL 1 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
Flow Process 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Flow Process(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Flu_Shot+ 1.82 (05-11-91) Software Concepts Design
FlyMaster 2.3 (01-05-92) Eric Begbie
Folders 3.4a (07-29-91) Sloop Software
FormGen 4.1a (12-19-90) FormGen Corp.
FormGen Business Collection 1.0 (07-23-90) FormGen Corp.
FormGen Fill 1.5 (12-19-90) FormGen Corp.
FormGen Home Collection 1.0 (07-23-90) FormGen Corp.
FormGen Utility Pak #1 1.01 (10-30-90) FormGen Corp.
Fortune Teller 4.1 (08-22-92) R.K. West Consulting
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 638
FOURU 2.0 (07-01-91) GTX Software
FoxTails #1(c) 1.0 (04-05-92) dbF Software Productions
FPLAN-Captital Needs Planner 3.0 (04-21-91) First Financial
Software
FPLAN-Education Funding Planner 3.0 (04-21-91) First Financial
Software
FPLAN-Income Protection Planner 3.0 (04-21-91) First Financial
Software
FPLAN-Personal Financial Plnr 3.0 (04-21-91) First Financial
Software
FPLAN-Retirement Planner 3.0 (04-21-91) First Financial Software
FREE & EASY 1.11 (08-25-92) Free and Easy Software
Furniture & Equipment Survey 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Furniture, Equipment Survey(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
GEMCAP 4.01 (09-01-90) Natural Software
Geomancy 4.5 (07-15-92) R.K. West Consulting
Getkey/2 1.00 (02-25-90) Richard W. Adams
Globally 1.22 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
Globally/2 1.11 (07-06-91) Richard W. Adams
GOLFHCAP 2.0 (12-27-90) C & E Associates
Gopher's Garden 1.1 (06-17-90) ShareGames
GRAB Plus(r) 6.1 (09-20-91) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
GRAB Plus(r) for Windows 1.5 (04-15-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems,
Inc.
GRADE BOOK POWER 3.00 (01-02-92) WISCO Computing
GradeBook for Windows 1.05 (04-07-92) Russell Stevens
Graphical Representation 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Graphical Representation(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
GREEN 1.05 (05-27-92) Cascoly Software
HandyDOS 1.2 (02-27-92) Abri TEchnologies, Inc.
Hangman for Students 1.01 (03-09-91) Langin Software
Hard at Work 1.3 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
Hard Disk Director 5.0 (02-09-92) Canyon Software
HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu 4.50 (08-15-92) MicroFox Company
HDTEST 5.35a (10-20-91) Computer Counselors, Inc.
Hearts 6c (01-15-92) CareWare
Hi, Finance!(tm) 2.0 (08-06-92) Brightridge Solutions, Inc.
HiMOVE 2.14 (11-01-90) C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
HOME BUDGET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 4.31 (07-04-92) Brentson Worrell
Home Helper 1.3 (11-09-91) Torbert Data Systems, INC.
Home Sales System 3.2 (02-04-92) Grumpyware
Homebuying and Refinancing 2.0 (05-15-92) Byers Sofware
Hotnet 3.09 (03-30-92) Robichaux and Associates
Household Register 3.0s (01-28-92) TurboSystemsCo
HouseHold TRACKER 1.3a (02-10-92) Fischer Grafix & Software
How to join as a "beta" author n/a (11-27-89) Association of
Shareware Professionals
HowTwo 2.1 (02-05-91) ShareGames
HUGO III, JUNGLE OF DOOM! 1.1 (04-06-92) Gray Design Associates
Humongous Cave Adventure 1.5 (05-01-92) Softworks
HYPERGEO 1.1 (05-20-92) Stuart Esten
HyperPAD 2.2 (05-22-91) Brightbill-Roberts and Company, Ltd.
HyperSlide 1.02 (05-12-91) John Intorcio
I.Q. Challenge 1.3 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 639
IBM PC Author Application n/a (08-21-91) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ICP 8.0 (10-01-92) Spirit7 Software, Ltd.
IDP-ACTIVITY 2.0 (02-04-91) Infinity Data Products
IDP-ARREST 3.3 (04-03-91) Infinity Data Products
IDP-EMS 1.5 (04-01-92) Infinity Data Products
IDP-INSURE 4.0 (06-20-92) Infinity Data Products
IDP-LABELER 1.5 (06-01-92) Infinity Data Products
IDP-MEMBER V3.0 (05-01-92) Infinity Data Products
IDP-PDBASE 2.0 (03-03-91) Infinity Data Products
IDP-SALES 6.0 (05-02-92) Infinity Data Products
InContext 1.02 (10-21-91) Rams' Island Software
Index! 1.4e (05-30-91) Trinity Software
Information about copyrights n/a (04-29-90) Association of
Shareware Professionals
Information Please 2.07 (06-26-91) TexaSoft
Instant Access Menu System 2.8 (07-05-90) Prodigy Technologies
Integrity Master(tm) 1.21a (06-02-92) Stiller Research
THE INTERSTATE TRAVELER 1.1 (04-06-92) David E. Jacobson
The INTL Package 1.0 (04-08-92) Bjo"rn Fahller
INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE M4 CM-4.0 (02-01-92) First Step
Software
INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE s4 S-4.0 (02-01-92) First Step
Software
INVENTORY & COST CONTROL im4 IM-4.0 (02-01-92) First Step
Software
JDIR 1.1 (01-11-90) Cybernetic Software
JEPRS (Jeepers!) 2.54 (10-20-91) Louis M. Miranda
Jewel Thief 1.3 (05-25-92) ServantWare
JORF Interpreter and Tutorial 2.0 (04-01-92) The JORF Company
KEYTREE TOOLBOX 3.10 (08-01-91) REWSE CONSULTANTS LIMITED
KEYTREE UTILITIES 3.10 (08-01-91) REWSE CONSULTANTS LIMITED
KICK 1.0 (07-01-91) TexaSoft
KP5 5.07 (03-03-92) Peter Charpentier
KWIKSTAT 2.1 (05-24-91) TexaSoft
KWIKWRITE 4.01 (01-01-91) TexaSoft
Label Master 5.1 (04-22-92) RKS Software, Inc.
LambChop 1.02 (01-21-92) LambWare
LAN-LINK 2.00 (05-01-92) Software for Amateur Radio
LaserForm 1.00 (07-01-91) Real Software
LASR-MAN 2.11 (05-24-91) Micrometric
the last word 1.00 (11-25-90) Bit Masons Consulting
The Laughing Dog Screen Maker 1.00 (04-12-92) Yardbird Software
LaunchCAD 3.7 (10-07-91) Mountain Software
Launcher 1.21 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
Layout Planning 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Layout Planning(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
LCD: Led's Change Directory 3.1a (05-06-91) Keith Ledbetter
LEANER 2.00 (06-01-92) MoonStone Software
Lecture 1.01 (07-03-92) Barn Owl Software
LessonPlanZ 2.10 (01-07-92) Unicorn Software Limited
Listico 2.00 (05-01-91) Gateway Software
Lite Format 1.20 (03-15-91) Falk Data Systems
LiteComm 7.00 (08-15-92) Information Technology, Ltd.
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 640
LiteSPC 3 (08-15-92) Information Technology, Ltd.
Little Black Book 4.00 (05-30-92) GTX Software
LJ-SLEEVE 1.0 (03-31-92) JMJ Software
LJ2DJ 2.4 (01-11-92) TaxWare
LJLAND 3.04 (02-07-92) TaxWare
LK4.EXE 2.0 (10-20-91) GTX Software
Loan Amortization 1.0 (06-01-91) TexaSoft
LOANS & SAVINGS 1.01 (06-21-91) Northland Multisoft
LOGGIT 4.00 (01-01-91) GTX Software
Logic Circuit Analysis 1.1 (06-30-92) Arthur Tanzella
LOGIK MENU 1.61 (07-10-91) LOGIVISION INC.
Lotto Challenger 3.7 (09-01-92) Data Solutions
LOTTO PROPHET 3.01 (06-01-91) DataMicro, Inc
Lotto Thunder 1.2 (09-01-92) Charles P.Staats
LottoMATIC 1.01B (03-22-92) Custom Technologies
LoveDOS 1.4 (05-01-92) R.K. West Consulting
LQ 2.35 (10-01-90) Granny's Old-Fashioned Software
LQMATRIX 4.41 (04-12-92) Jimmy Paris Software
LUDWIG 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
MacIntosh Author Application n/a (05-14-91) Association of
Shareware Professionals
Magic Brush & Magic Show 1.50 (08-16-89) Nassib Nassar
Mah Jongg--Solitaire 3.51 (08-09-91) Arcanum Computing
Mail Machine 3.0k (03-12-92) TaxWare
Maillist / M-Label 5.4 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
MakeDemo 3 (06-04-91) WindhamWoods Publishing
Maker 1.02 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
Man/machine Process 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Man/Machine Process(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
MARGARINE 2.81 (03-01-92) Tay-Jee Software
MARNAV 1.O (10-22-90) C & E Associates
Mass-Store Copy 2.6 (04-01-91) Informative Technologies
Master Meal Manager 1.51 (01-09-92) Thomas C. Johnson
MATCH 2.01 (11-30-90) SOFTWEST
MathAttack 1.0 (12-22-91) Northland Multisoft
MAXI Form 1.7 (02-14-92) Herne Data Systems Ltd
MaxMan 1.2 (05-28-90) ShareGames
Mayan Calendar 3.6 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
MAZE3 3.0.6 (01-19-89) Stiller Research
Mega Edit 2.01 (07-04-92) Computer Witchcraft, Inc.
MegaHost 1.1 (02-15-92) ASCII Computer Enterprises
Melissa's Music Flashcards 2.0 (01-30-92) Fischer Grafix &
Software
MEMORY 3.0 (05-20-92) Jimmy Paris Software
MENU PLUS 1.1 (04-01-92) Sensation Software
MENU-MAN 1.21 (05-24-91) Micrometric
MenuDIRECT Gold 3.0 (06-01-91) Applied Micro Systems Technology
MenuEase 1.6.3 (08-10-91) Creative Computer
Mercury 2.06 (07-01-91) Real Software
MERIT BADGE TRACKER 2.1 (12-15-91) Robert Barrentine
Message-A-Day 1.1 (04-01-92) Sensation Software
Methods Time Measurement 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Methods Time Merasurement(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
METRIC-X 2.02 (05-09-92) Orion Development Corporation
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 641
Mille French Card Game 1.2 (11-15-91) Unique Software
Mom's Math 4.0 (07-07-92) Motes Educational Software
Money Smith 2.0 (07-01-92) Money Smith Systems
MORFORM 1.0 (03-01-91) MORSOFT
MORSOFT CALCULATOR 2.0 (07-01-89) MORSOFT
THE MORTGAGE MISER 1.3 (01-15-92) Practical Solutions
MouseTools 1.0 (09-13-89) Arcanum Computing
Mover 2.11 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
Movie Guide 3.0 (07-15-91) SANDD Software
MS Financial Calculator 1.0 (07-01-92) Money Smith Systems
MSGCOMP - The message compiler. 2.1 (07-08-92) Y.C.C.
Multi-level Pull-down Menus 2.1 (08-01-89) Eagle Performance
Software
Multi-level Pull-down Menus 5.5 (08-24-89) Eagle Performance
Software
Multi-level virtual windows 2.1 (08-01-89) Eagle Performance
Software
Multi-level Virtual Windows 5.5 (08-24-89) Eagle Performance
Software
MULTIFILE-XL 1.7 (08-22-91) H&P Software
Multilevel Marketing Simulator 2.00 (06-28-91) LRV Company
Music Manager for Windows 1.10 (03-15-92) Joe Herrera
MuziTrak System 1.20 (07-14-92) Blam Entertainment Group
My Little Realm 1.0 (04-01-92) My Little Realm
NAG 1.0 (08-25-92) R.K. West Consulting
NAMEBASE 3.1 (03-26-92) Elk Creek Software
NAMEGRAM 3.0 (06-12-89) Neil J. Rubenking
Names & Dates 4.2 (04-26-91) WR Software
NED 1.6b (02-18-92) David L. Dight
NETCLASS 1.00 (03-05-92) Pyramid Software
NEWBIZ 1.0 (03-08-92) Centre for Commercial Innovation (CCI)
Newkey 5.4 (06-21-91) FAB Software
Nifty James' RAM Disk 1.40 (01-01-91) Mike Blaszczak
Nifty James's File Finder 2.00 (03-04-91) Mike Blaszczak
Nine Men's Morris 1.03 (05-31-91) Langin Software
NJ's File Finder for Windows 1.00 (06-10-91) Mike Blaszczak
NOACH 2.4 (01-04-92) Feico Nater Shareware
NPS - Nominal Pipe Size e1.2 (02-08-92) Herne Data Systems Ltd
Oak Hill Vi(tm) 5.7A (05-18-91) Oak Hill Software, Inc.
Off-line CIS Catalog Viewer 1.1 (05-03-92) JNGoodale
OffLoad 1.1 (03-01-91) FBN Software
OMNIDay 3.00 (06-27-92) Unicorn Software Limited
OMNIDiZk 2.90 (11-25-91) Unicorn Software Limited
OMNIMeal 3.03 (09-01-91) Unicorn Software Limited
On This Day 1.1 (11-26-91) The Software Construction Co.
ON-SIDE 2.0 (05-01-92) Expressware Corporation
Operation Process 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Operation Process(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Operator Process 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Operator Process(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
OpMenu 2 (06-17-92) P. C. Softsmith
ORGANIZE 2.12 (05-16-91) David H. Pritchett
ORGANIZE! Professional Books 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Art Collection 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 642
ORGANIZE! Your Books/Magazines 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your CDs & Records 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Classical Music 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your Coin Collection 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your Comic Books 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Fabrics (Sewing) 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your Gun Collection 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Home 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Jazz Collection 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your Legal Case Notes 5.27 (05-28-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your Memorabilia 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Model Railroad 5.27 (03-31-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Office 5.27 (05-27-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Photographs 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Plants/Garden 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Sports Cards 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Stamp Collection 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft
Software
ORGANIZE! Your Video Tapes 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
ORGANIZE! Your Wine (Cellar) 5.27 (03-23-92) HomeCraft Software
An Ounce Of Prevention 2.00 (05-01-92) Pete Maclean
OutFox 2.1 (10-19-90) ShareGames
Overhead Cost 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Overhead Cost(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Over_LAZ 2 (02-14-92) Herne Data Systems Ltd
Over_LAZ PS 2 (02-14-92) Herne Data Systems Ltd
PACE 1.0 (02-05-92) Mark Tigges
PACK TRACKER 2.0 (05-31-92) Robert Barrentine
PAGE COUNT 2.0A (11-23-91) Tinker Software
Painless Accounting 5.41 (06-18-91) Painless Accounting
Painless Acct/Payroll Companion 5.0 (06-04-91) Painless
Accounting
Painless Event Processor 1.01 (05-31-91) Painless Accounting
Painless Menu Manager 5.0 (08-31-91) Painless Accounting
Painless Payroll 1.08 (05-27-91) Painless Accounting
Paint Shop Pro 1.01 (03-26-92) JASC, Inc.
PAK 2.51 (10-08-90) NoGate Consulting
PALERT 2.3 (06-12-91) Patri-Soft
Pallanda 1.6 (01-27-91) ShareGames
Parables & Parabolas 1.1 (08-03-92) Niche Software
Parcel Shipping Program(PSP)(r) 2.4 (02-24-92) East Hampton
Industries
PARTY TRACKER 1.0 (02-01-92) Robert Barrentine
Pascal Robots (P-ROBOTS) 2.2 (05-01-92) Softworks
PATH-MAN 1.10 (05-24-91) Micrometric
PathProj 9103 (03-01-91) softRX shareware
PATIENCE 10 3.31 (06-11-91) CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software
PATTR 1.5 (12-26-90) Patri-Soft
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 643
PAYMENT BOOK WRITER 2.0 (04-13-91) H&P Software
PBfmt 1.99 (07-21-91) Unique Software
PBMouse 1.0 (01-01-91) Barry Erick
PBWindows 2.5 (09-01-91) Barry Erick
PC Canary 92a (03-01-92) Compass / New England
PC Chart (CGA/HGC) 1.4 (01-01-92) Guru Systems Ltd.
PC SYSTEM MANAGER 2.0 (07-01-90) MORSOFT
PC-AP Accounts Payable 1.6 (01-01-92) Medlin Accounting
Shareware
PC-AR Accounts Receivable 4.1 (01-01-92) Medlin Accounting
Shareware
PC-CAI 2.05 (05-24-91) TexaSoft
PC-CHART (EGA/VGA) 1.4 (01-01-92) Guru Systems Ltd.
PC-DEAL 2.45 (06-15-91) KINDRED SPIRITS
PC-Draft II 3.26 (01-01-91) Natural Software
PC-Draft-CAD 3.06 (06-01-91) Natural Software
PC-ECAP 2.01 (02-03-92) Circuit Systems
PC-FasType/CGA 4.3 (08-01-91) Trendtech Corporation
PC-FasType/MONO 1.3 (08-01-91) Trendtech Corporation
PC-File 6.5 (05-27-92) ButtonWare
PC-FOOD 5.4 (07-25-92) Schreck Software
PC-FORMS and PC-LIBRARY 6.12 (06-26-92) Blackledge Law Office
PC-GL General Ledger 3.6 (01-01-92) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PC-GLOSSARY 4.2 (04-01-92) Disston Ridge, Inc.
PC-HAM 3.52 (03-20-91) Software for Amateur Radio
PC-INFO 2.17 (05-27-91) Cheat River Engineering
PC-Names 1.33 (12-14-91) WR Software
PC-PR Payroll Writing 2.1 (02-01-92) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PC-STRAN(tm) 4.31 (04-01-91) Joe Murphy
PC-TRACK 2.14 (01-09-92) Thomas C. Johnson
PCBRIDGE(tm) 2.60 (01-01-90) Joe Murphy
PCBUDGET 2.5 (03-24-92) ProLogic Software
PCCLOCK 2.15 (08-17-91) Michael J. Sadaway
PCFDial 1.05 (05-26-92) Barn Owl Software
PCForm 2.3 (01-25-92) CareWare
PCINV Invoice Writing 1.1 (01-01-92) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PCM100.COM 1.01 (08-25-91) Yves Charier
PCOPY 9.0D (04-01-91) Patri-Soft
PCStat 2.3 (08-01-91) PC Information Systems
PCX2FNT 1.1 (03-29-92) TaxWare
PCX2PCL 1.4 (01-01-92) TaxWare
PDAILY 1.0 (08-18-90) Patri-Soft
PDEL 4.2 (12-26-90) Patri-Soft
pE - The "perfect" Editor(tm) 2.77 (08-25-91) Just Excellent
Software, Inc.
pEDIT PLUS 1.0 (12-15-91) T. G. Muench
PeeWee(tm) for Boy Scout Troops 1.30 (05-15-92) SoftIdeas
PeeWee(tm) for Cub Scout Packs 1.30 (05-15-92) SoftIdeas
PEG 1.04 (04-03-92) Cascoly Software
PENDULUM - computer experiments 1.0 (01-01-92) SCIENCE FUN
Peronal Record Keeper 1.1 (09-01-90) Professional Automated
Systems
Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS 14.41 (03-10-92) FunStuff
Software
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 644
Personal Databases 1.0 (06-01-92) Eric Begbie
Personal Golf Tracker 2.1 (07-15-91) John L. Hancock
Personal Tarot 2.61 (08-22-92) R.K. West Consulting
Personal Time Card 1.0 (02-03-92) Fischer Grafix & Software
PhoneBook 1.0 (04-01-92) Robert M. Bernard
Photographer's Friend 1.1 (01-01-92) Eric Begbie
PIANOMAN 4.01 (02-08-89) Neil J. Rubenking
PixFolio Image Catalog System 1.04.15 (08-10-92) ACK Software
Plain Vanilla Labels 3.13 (12-14-91) Rosewood Software
PLAN 2.0 (11-14-91) TIESOH
Play 'n' Learn 3.00 (01-15-92) HomeCraft Software
Plot-Line 1.7 (01-04-91) PlotSoft Solutions
PlotManager 2.22 (05-13-91) John Intorcio
PM2LINO 1.0 (03-01-92) JMJ Software
PMZIP 1.00 (01-14-91) Nico Mak
PocketD 1.66 (05-24-92) PocketWare
PoeTrio 1.0 (06-01-91) Chatfield Software, Inc.
Poetry Generator 2.3 (06-20-92) R.K. West Consulting
Poetry Star 1.2 (03-15-92) Chatfield Software, Inc.
Point & Shoot Backup/Restore 2.2 (05-01-92) Applied Micro
Systems Technology
Point & Shoot Home Manager 2.0 (09-01-88) Applied Micro Systems
Technology
The Pool Manager 2.0 (08-05-90) American Systems
PopDBF 4.0 (08-01-91) Bowen Software
Popup Help & Data (Ph.D.) 1.0 (05-01-92) Applied Micro Systems
Technology
PostCardMaster 4.00 (07-05-92) Unicorn Software Limited
Power C Shell 2.0 (01-01-92) Tay-Jee Software
PowerBatch Compiler 1.4j (05-08-91) CSD, Inc.
PowerIntsall 1.01 (02-21-92) W.S. Ataras Engineering
PPRINT 5.3 (04-29-91) Patri-Soft
PREP 1.2 (08-23-91) Southwind Software
Prgmr's Productivity Pack Lite 1.01 (03-25-90) Falk Data Systems
Print-it 1.0 (01-11-90) Cybernetic Software
PrintCAD 1.14 (04-26-92) Ravitz Software Inc.
PrintEnvelope 2.30 (03-04-92) Maurer Associates
PrinterBUDDY 2.01 (03-29-92) Lenard Dean
PrintGL 1.24 (04-26-92) Ravitz Software Inc.
PrintPlus 6.0 (01-01-92) Lambert Klein
PRO$TOCK 2.0 (06-01-92) Gateway Software
Pro-Bat I 1.1 (04-25-92) Mark Tigges
ProDev*EPRICE 4.10 (05-01-91) Pro Dev Software
ProDev*MEMBER 2.0 (04-15-92) Pro Dev Software
ProDev*QUOTE 4.10p (05-01-91) Pro Dev Software
ProDev*QUOTE Utility Programs 4.10p (05-01-91) Pro Dev Software
Professional Master Key 3.2 (04-10-91) Public Brand Software
Programmer's Productivity Pack 2.61 (05-12-91) Falk Data Systems
Programmer's SUPER-MAINT 3.00 (05-01-92) EmmaSoft Software
Company, Inc.
PROMASTER 3.02 (06-01-92) Gateway Software
PS-SLEEVE 2.0 (03-01-92) JMJ Software
PS-TEXT 1.0 (08-01-91) JMJ Software
PSEARCH 4.4e (04-10-91) Patri-Soft
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 645
PTOUCH 2.0 (08-18-90) Patri-Soft
Public Address 2.1 (03-10-92) Paradise Programming
PullDown Menus for DOS 5.00 (06-30-92) MicroDynamics Development
PullDown RT for Developer's 5.0R (06-30-92) MicroDynamics
Development
PURGE 2.20 (03-01-92) Software Designs, Inc.
PUTMAIL 1.3 (01-01-92) Gnosis Inc
Puzzler I 1.0 (05-15-92) ALPS Software
Q&A Study Aid 3.90 (09-01-91) Quid Pro Quo Software
Q4Tool 1.5 (02-08-92) CareWare
Qanalyst 2.05 (09-19-90) Barn Owl Software
QEdit(R) Advanced 2.1 (04-03-90) SemWare
QENV 2.2 (06-02-92) Annette Cuomo
QFiler 3.2 (07-15-91) Jamestown Software
QFont 1.5 (10-20-90) Jamestown Software
QPACS 3.2 (01-01-92) Richard A. Williams
QQUERY (All Fox versions) 2.10E (08-01-91) Carlos Berguido
QQUERY (FoxBASE+ 2.10 version) 2.10E (08-01-91) Carlos Berguido
QQUERY (FoxPro 1.02 version) 2.10E (08-01-91) Carlos Berguido
QQUERY (FoxPro 2.0 version) 2.10E (08-01-91) Carlos Berguido
Quick Shop 1.00 (05-29-92) Langin Software
QUICKEXT 1.1 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
QuickPlan 2.1 (05-01-92) Software Vision Corporation
Quilt 1.32 (04-09-92) Cascoly Software
QWIK Screen Utilities 5.5 (03-04-89) Eagle Performance Software
QWIK Screen Utilities for C 2.1 (06-01-89) Eagle Performance
Software
Ravitz Editor 1.10 (08-31-91) Ravitz Software Inc.
RECALL 2.5 (04-11-91) Patri-Soft
Recap 3.0 (07-15-92) R.K. West Consulting
RECIPE MANAGEMENT & COSTING RM-3.0 (05-01-92) First Step
Software
Recon(tm) 2.01 (06-18-91) Amdox Co. Ltd.
Recursive Realm 3.0 (09-01-91) Austin Software Design
Renamer 1.01 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
ReNamer 1.1 (06-30-91) ConVal Software, Inc.
Renamer/2 1.01 (07-07-91) Richard W. Adams
Resident Task Manager 2.11 (01-05-91) WetZoft Applications
The Retailer 4.05 (12-19-91) RetailWare
REXL-Lazarillo de Tormes 1.1 (12-03-91) REXL
Richard Webster's Aura Reading 3.0 (07-15-92) R.K. West
Consulting
Richard Webster's Numerology 3.0 (07-15-92) R.K. West Consulting
RIE - Rimrock Icon Editor 1.04 (02-20-92) Rimrock Software
RoDrones 1.2 (02-04-90) ShareGames
Room 2.11 (06-09-91) Richard W. Adams
Rosewood Journal 4.12 (01-27-92) Rosewood Software
RR 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
Rubicon Publisher 2.2C (06-08-91) Rubicon Computer Labs Inc.
RXridge 9104 (04-01-91) softRX shareware
RXtraces 9103 (03-01-91) softRX shareware
SAFEPACK 1.2 (04-02-92) D J Harvey Software
Save the Planet 2.50 (01-31-92) Save the Planet Software
Savings Account Management Prg. 1.0 (06-22-89) M. P. Data
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 646
SCBABOTL 1.40 (06-22-92) Raymond A.J. Pesek
School-Mom 4.1 (07-07-92) Motes Educational Software
See Mail 1.3 (03-20-91) Gnosis Inc
SeedMaster 2.1 (11-01-90) White Harvest Software, Inc.
Sell More Software 3.0 (12-31-91) Droege Computing Services,
Inc.
Serial++ Asynch Comm Library 1.10 (05-10-92) Cortlandt
Technologies
The ShareWare Book First Ed (05-12-92) Compass / New England
Shareware Tracker 2.0 (08-22-92) BlueCollar Software
SHERLOCK 2.60 (07-04-91) Gulf Sierra
Sherlock The Game of Logic 1.41 (03-01-92) Everett Kaser
Software
Shez 7.0 (03-30-92) California Software Design
SHIP TRACKER 1.0 (01-15-92) Robert Barrentine
Shooting Gallery 2.3 (12-16-91) Arcanum Computing
Show Partner Lite 3.7 (09-01-91) Brightbill-Roberts and Company,
Ltd.
Shredder/2 1.10 (01-23-91) Richard W. Adams
Simply Help! 1.0 (01-07-91) SimpleWare
Simply Labels IIIa (07-01-91) SimpleWare
SlideManager 5.13 (05-13-91) John Intorcio
SLIM 1.10 (02-20-91) Dominic Herity
Sloop Manager 1.2b (01-27-92) Sloop Software
THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER 6.2 (04-30-92) Ronin Software
Smart Home Shopper 1.2 (06-07-91) Torbert Data Systems, INC.
Smart10 1.6 (10-06-91) Sympathetic Software
SNAP! 5.0 (01-10-92) Walter J. Kennamer
Snarf 2.51 (02-23-92) Everett Kaser Software
Snooper, the system checker 1.50 (03-30-92) John Vias
SOFF BALLS 3.2 (11-28-91) Computater Software
Solitile 3.3 (03-30-92) Everett Kaser Software
SoundMasterDb 2.01s (06-19-92) TurboSystemsCo
SoundZ 2.22 (05-01-92) Unicorn Software Limited
Space Relationship 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Space Relationship(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
SpeedRAM 2.00 (04-01-92) Foley Hi-Tech Systems
Spell Games 1.1 (06-01-91) TexaSoft
Spider Web 1.4 (03-04-90) ShareGames
Spin Wall 1.6 (05-28-91) ShareGames
SR-Info 3.30 (09-01-91) Sub Rosa Publishing Inc.
SST: the Supersonic Search Tool 5.2b (05-12-91) Keith Ledbetter
Stable - Technical Graphs 1.10 (04-30-92) WINTERRA Software
Group
STACKEY 4.0 (12-23-91) CTRLALT Associates
STAFF-BASE 3.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY XX (06-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software
Consulting
STAFF-DEVELOPER 1.0 (06-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
STAFF-DIAL 2.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
STAFF-GRAF 2.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
STAFF-INTEGRATOR 2.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software
Consulting
STAFF-KICK 2.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 647
STAFF-MASK 1.2 (06-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
STAFF-REPORT 2.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
STAFF-UTIL 2.0 (01-01-91) MSC - Morariu Software Consulting
Stamper 1.11 (01-01-92) Richard W. Adams
Start 1.7 (06-17-92) P. C. Softsmith
STARTREK the Computer Program 1.00 (05-25-90) Software for
Amateur Radio
Statistical 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Statistical(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
STEENBURGH's STUFF 2.02 (06-01-92) Tay-Jee Software
$tokTraX 4.05 (02-24-92) Stoktrax Systems
STRG String Processing Routines 6.1b (06-17-91) Eagle
Performance Software
Stringer/2 1.02 (06-06-90) Richard W. Adams
Strudle 3.8 (06-22-90) ShareGames
STS26 7.0 (10-08-90) Robert L. Lloyd
SUPER 3.0 (07-08-92) Y.C.C.
Super StarTrek 5.5 (01-12-91) ShareGames
SuperFly 1.1 (10-29-90) Arcanum Computing
Surefire - Smart Document Proc S1.0 (12-10-91) Piaf, Inc.
Surefire Contacts 1.0 (01-15-92) Piaf, Inc.
SURVEY POWER 1.00 (01-02-92) WISCO Computing
Swap! 1.5 (11-26-90) Trinity Software
SWAPDOS 1.00 (02-01-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SWAPDS 1.7x (04-15-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SWAPLM 1.7x (04-15-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SWAPMM 1.7x (04-15-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SWAPNG 1.7x (04-15-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SWAPSK 1.7x (04-15-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SWAPTN 1.7x (04-15-90) Innovative Data Concepts, Inc.
SwimBase 1.60 (03-01-92) Words to Go
Systems Manager 2.5 (02-10-91) MiCord
SysTraK(c) 1.1 (04-04-92) dbF Software Productions
T-Zero 1.03 (05-19-91) Dennis Cunningham
Tag! 1.51 (05-02-91) Trinity Software
TakeNote 1.0 (07-01-92) ButtonWare
Takin' Care of Business! AP 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
Takin' Care of Business! AR 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
Takin' Care of Business! GL 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
Takin' Care of Business! IN 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
Takin' Care of Business! M&C 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
Takin' Care of Business! PR 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
Takin' Care of Business! PS 1.0C (03-01-91) Hooper
International, Inc.
TAPCIS 5.4 (12-17-91) Support Group, Inc.
Task Master 2.3 (04-27-92) RKS Software, Inc.
TAX91 1.0 (01-01-92) F. Roland Bjorklund
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 648
TCXL User Interface Development 5.52 (09-01-91) Innovative Data
Concepts, Inc.
TDisplay 1.2 (02-03-92) Trinity Software
TEACHER 2.0A (11-23-91) Tinker Software
Tear Down the Wall 1.02 (05-06-91) Langin Software
Technical Editor 2.61 (09-02-91) Superior Soft
TechnoJock's Object Toolkit 1.00 (07-01-91) TechnoJock Software,
Inc.
TechnoJock's Turbo Toolkit 5.02 (01-01-91) TechnoJock Software,
Inc.
TesSeRact Compression System 1.00 (09-01-91) Innovative Data
Concepts, Inc.
TesSeRact File Management 1.00 (09-01-91) Innovative Data
Concepts, Inc.
TesSeRact Printer Control 1.00 (09-01-91) Innovative Data
Concepts, Inc.
TesSeRact Screen Designer 1.00 (09-09-91) Innovative Data
Concepts, Inc.
TesSeRact TSR Devel. System 1.10 (09-01-89) Innovative Data
Concepts, Inc.
TextCon 1.73 (05-23-91) CrossCourt Systems
TextOut/5 2.02 (06-09-91) CrossCourt Systems
Textshot 2.1 (01-23-92) McAdams Associates
Tikler 3.95 (03-22-91) Olsen Outdoors
Tile Match 1.0 (04-17-92) Arcanum Computing
TiltMaze 1.1 (10-01-90) ShareGames
Time is Money 2.2 (07-20-91) Custom Data Solutions
TimeStax 2.5a (02-01-91) Johnson Technologies
TimeTrac 92a (06-01-92) Compass / New England
Tolman Dental Program 3.1 (03-01-92) Peter T. Smith D.D.S.
ToolBOX 1.2 (06-15-92) The Binary Toolshed
Total Control 2.005 (11-15-91) Unique Software
Total Investor for 1-2-3 2.02 (12-31-91) Hughes Financial
Services
Total Investor for Symphony 2.01 (06-01-91) Hughes Financial
Services
Towers 1.02 (06-02-92) Cascoly Software
ToyBox II 2.02 (05-12-92) Virtual Magic Software
TRAINING TRACKER 1.2 (03-22-92) Robert Barrentine
TransferTIME (TTIME) 2.0 (09-01-91) RGH Software
TreeTop 2.44 (03-02-91) Kilgore Software
TreeTop PLUS 1.0 (07-01-92) Kilgore Software
TriAxis 2.1 (01-10-91) ShareGames
TRIG-IT & GEO-DIM 1.01 (06-21-91) Northland Multisoft
TrikTrak 2.0a (03-01-92) Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
TROOP TRACKER 2.2 (04-12-92) Robert Barrentine
TSR Download 2.9b (09-01-91) Elfring Soft Fonts
TurboBAT 3.12 (04-01-92) Foley Hi-Tech Systems
TurboTXT Text File Compiler 1.00 (06-09-92) Foley Hi-Tech
Systems
TUTOR.COM 4.5 (05-01-91) Computer Knowledge
TYPE TREK 1.0 (08-28-91) Tea Time Software
UDECIDE 1.05 (04-20-91) Cascoly Software
Utility_Belt 1.1a (02-14-92) Herne Data Systems Ltd
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 649
Value Engineering 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Value Engineering(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
VAR Grade 5.01A (04-23-92) VARed Software
VEHICLE COSTS 2.0 (01-01-92) Graham Ferguson
VERSAMAP 1.16 (02-21-92) Charles H. Culberson
VGAWHEEL V.1.70S (01-01-92) WHEEL Games
VIDEO BUFF 1.33 (01-01-92) CACHE MICROSYSTEMS
Video Librarian 3.5s (02-10-92) TurboSystemsCo
VIDEOCAT 7.2 (07-28-91) William A. Jackson
VideoMaster 8.00 (06-01-92) Unicorn Software Limited
VINO:FILE Cellar Master 2.15 (10-31-90) Mark Christian
Visual Compare 1.52 (06-16-92) Whitney Software, Inc.
VMiX 386 2.67 (12-20-91) Commercial Software Associates
(ComSoft)
Volcano Hunter 1.0 (06-15-91) Informative Technologies
Volume,Hours & Productivity 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Volume,Hours & Productivity(PC) 3.0 (11-15-91) ALPS Software
Vortex 1.2 (04-06-91) ShareGames
W - The Note Writer 4.0 (01-28-92) Infinity Data Products
WAKEUP 1.01 (04-01-92) Tay-Jee Software
WALL STREET RAIDER 3.0 (04-30-92) Ronin Software
WAMPUM 4.2 (12-31-90) Ward Mundy Software
WEBS 1.16 (02-27-92) Cascoly Software
What's Up(tm) 1.31 (06-02-91) Nassib Nassar
WHATS-UP 1.20 (07-01-91) Software for Amateur Radio
WinBatch 3.0A (02-15-91) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinCheck 3.0A (03-15-91) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
The Window BOSS & Data Clerk 7.01 (03-15-92) Star Guidance
Consulting, Inc.
Windows Lotto 1.0 (09-01-92) Data Solutions
WinEdit 1.1C (07-01-91) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinGraph 1.00 (04-05-92) XWare, Inc.
WinPost 3.1a (09-18-91) Eastern Mountain Software
WINWHEEL 1.40 (03-15-92) WHEEL Games
WinZip 3.1 (04-06-92) Nico Mak
WOPR-WinWord Office POWER Pack 1.0 (07-07-91) Pinecliffe
International
WordMaster 1.7 (07-11-91) MasterWorks
WordMaster 1.72 (01-01-92) MasterWorks
WORDSEARCH POWER 1.00 (01-02-92) WISCO Computing
WORDTRIX! 1.0 (03-28-92) Tea Time Software
WordZ 2.00 (07-31-91) Unicorn Software Limited
Workbase 3.5 (06-01-92) R.K. West Consulting
WorkQueue 1.9 (12-02-91) Lane Davis
World Name Game 6.10 (09-18-91) Robert L. Lloyd
WORLD29 2.9E (08-15-92) Robert L. Lloyd
Wssindex 5.21 (05-05-92) WSS Division of DDC
Wynd-DOS 2.2 (08-01-91) Wyndware
Wyndfields for DOS 1.2 (08-01-91) Wyndware
Wyndfields for Windows 1.0 (04-01-92) Wyndware
Wyndshell 2.2 (08-01-91) Wyndware
XDIR 3.05 (03-09-91) XD Systems
XPENS 1.2 (04-08-92) Richard A. Williams
XRS ("eXpress Response System") 4.50 (07-21-91) Smokin' Software
Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs" 650
YieldBook 1.2 (02-17-92) Compound Solutions
Your ESP Test 1.1 (05-01-92) R.K. West Consulting
Your Numerologist 1.03 (02-13-91) Unique Software
YRWAY 1.0 (01-24-92) Tinker Software
YRWAYx.ZIP 2.2 (03-10-92) Tinker Software
Zephyr 2.0 (12-31-90) Ward Mundy Software
ZFace .71 (11-25-91) Stanley May
ZideCar 2.20 (04-19-92) Unicorn Software Limited
ZiPaper 1.3c (12-30-91) Daniel Thomas
ZK-Shell 1.0 (04-22-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
ZPAY 3 3.4 (01-12-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
Zpeller 2.00 (04-11-92) Unicorn Software Limited
ZZT Arcade-Adventure Game 3.0 (06-10-91) Potomac Computer
Systems
Appendix F, "Supporting Members" 651
Appendix F
Supporting Members
The Association of Shareware Professionals expresses a special
thanks to the following supporting members:
Authors:
David Berdan -- ExpressWare Corporation
Richard Cherry Jr. -- Cherry Tree Software
Phil Katz -- PKWARE, Inc.
Sammy Mitchell -- SemWare
Vendors:
Die Deutsche Software Bibliothek
George Margelis -- Bugetware
Gregory N. Wilson -- Big Byte Software
Mohiyel-Din Hussein -- Husco
Michael C. Comish -- Software Excitement!
Arthur Tendler -- The $5 Computer Software Store
BBSs:
Don W. Watkins -- CompuServe (IBMNET)
Tess Heder, Brian Miller -- Channel 1
Jon H. Larimore -- GLIB
Bruce Jackson -- The Break
Dave Harrison -- Metro Online
Neil Fleming -- Canada Remote Systems
Index 652
Index
80286 utilities See: AlbumMaster 433, 561
Utilities, Hardware ALITE 179, 571
utilities, 286/386/486 Allan Computer Products
utilities 104, 576
80386 utilities See: Allison Software 17, 554
Utilities, Hardware ALLY 427, 556
utilities, 286/386/486 AlphaBytes
utilities Inc. 164, 422, 562
80486 utilities See: ALPHAQUOTE 422, 562
Utilities, Hardware ALPS 321, 582
utilities, 286/386/486 ALPS(PC) 321, 582
utilities ALPS Software 321, 322,
40-LOVE Text Editor 152 323, 324, 325, 326, 327,
3 ball Juggler 505, 552 328, 329, 330, 331, 332,
-=Tab123=- 426, 555 333, 334, 335, 336, 337,
"Cheque-It-Out" 304, 573 338, 518, 582
2Convert 99, 539 AM-EDIT 152, 551
4DOS 13, 82, 131, 563 Amdox Co. Ltd. 229, 560
4EDIT 131, 556 American Systems 473, 570
4FILES 131, 546 AMORTIZATION TABLE 317,
4Print 69, 571 564
4Shell for Windows 69, 584 AMORTZ 299, 580
$tokTraX 314, 549 Ample Notice 101, 573
4ZIP/4UNZIP 148, 556 An Ounce Of Prevention
141, 569
A Annette Cuomo 80, 353, 541
Abri TEchnologies AntiC 521, 576
Inc. 19, 389, 549 APCAL 117, 547
AC11TO10 427, 548 APPLICATION & VERIFICATION
ACCEL 303, 552 MGT. 407, 544
ACCU BBS Lister 224, 575 Applied Micro Systems
ACCU Music Printer 461, Technology 40, 138, 309,
575 369, 577
ACK Software 14, 550 Appointment Book 268, 543
ActaeOn 132, 579 Approved Vendor
ActCalendar 101, 574 Requirements 530, 584
ActMenu 121, 574 Arcanum Computing 376,
Adrian-Thomas Developments 489, 495, 497, 504, 508,
Inc. 303, 565 513, 582
Advanced Menu System 121, Architectural Engineering
539 321, 582
Adventure Game Toolkit Around The House 112, 542
(AGT) 510, 568 Arthur Tanzella 405, 542
Aerosoft 457, 553 AS-EASY-AS 179, 571
Aerosoft Fitness Log 457, ASCII Computer Enterprises
553 223, 568
AFFORD IT??? 315, 570 ASP 141
ALBUM KEEPER II 433, 576 ombudsman 530
Index 653
ASP BBS Membership BESTTEST 401, 560
Application 531, 584 BIBLOGIC 174, 541
ASP Catalog for BBSs 531, Biblogic Computer Services
584 174, 541
ASP Catalog for CompuServe Bit Masons Consulting 7,
531, 584 509, 574
ASP Catalog for GEnie 532, Bjo"rn Fahller 370, 543
584 BlackJack! 499, 575
ASP Catalog for Windows & Blackledge Law Office 159,
OS/2 532, 584 541
ASP List of Approved BBSs Blam Entertainment Group
532, 584 458, 463, 554
ASP List of Approved BLANK-IT 56, 562
Vendors 533, 584 BLUE CANNON SOFTWARE 103,
AssistWare 380, 381, 569 546
Association of Shareware BlueCollar Software 112,
Professionals 530, 531, 214, 542
532, 533, 534, 584 Bmenu 122, 558
ATC: Air Traffic Book Librarian 433, 557
Controller 521, 576 Book of Changes 444, 556
Attribution 41, 583 BookBank 434, 573
Austin Software Design BOOKLET 70, 580
345, 571 BOOKLET-SCREEN 70, 580
AutoCon 90, 556 BookStor 275, 573
AutoLibrary Program- BOOT.SYS 91, 561
Playback 356, 543 BootMaster 91, 547
Automatic Netwk Manager Border 521, 576
83, 539 Bowen Software 204, 580
Avid Software 356, 543 BOXER Software 152, 583
AxTrons 492, 574 BOXER Text Editor 152, 583
BRAINdead2 504, 553
B Brandon's Big Lunchbox
Babble! 172, 571 380, 562
Back Soon! 289, 539 Brentson Worrell 300, 555
Backup 37, 583 BridgePal 499, 563
Backup/2 37, 583 Brightbill-Roberts and
Badge-O-Magic 69, 565 Company
BakupWiz 37, 560 Ltd. 368, 414, 562
Balloons 380, 569 Brightridge Solutions
Bannerific 476, 577 Inc. 316, 543
Barn Owl Software 109, Bristol Computing Systems
225, 288, 584 Inc. 122, 558
Barry Erick 354, 576 Brother's Keeper 449, 559
BASASM.LIB 353, 541 Browse/2 49, 555
Basic Program Cross Btr Help! 374, 559
Reference 353, 579 Btr Watch 210, 559
Bass Class 506, 565 Budget Software Company
BassTour 506, 565 57, 561
BatchMaker Plus 7, 564 Business Plan Master (IBM)
BATUTIL 83, 560 263, 547
BBSs 531, 532 Business Plan Master (Mac)
BCS Menu Program 122, 558 263, 547
Beshears Software ButtonWare 184, 192, 579
Associates 268, 303, 541 By the Numbers 445, 556
Index 654
Byers Sofware 300, 579 Charles W. Stewart 520,
548
C Chartist 415, 544
C & E Associates 472, 475, CHARTS UNLIMITED 415, 540
536, 541 Chatfield Software
C.A.R.S. 234, 570 Inc. 392, 527, 545
C.Sitte Softwaretechnik Cheat River Engineering
52, 560 92, 562
CABER Software 219, 568 Checkbook Management
CACHE MICROSYSTEMS 194, Program 311, 564
433, 459, 576 CheckBook Plus 303, 541
CADET 427, 556 CheckMate Plus 235, 580
CALC_JNC 99, 547 Chinese Checkers 490, 542
Calculation Solitaire 501, Chris's Automobile
558 Recorder 468, 578
Calendar Keeper 102, 570 CHRONOS 408, 576
Calendar Mate 102, 573 Church Membership Tracking
CALendar preview for Sys 481, 557
SideKick 2 145, 556 Cipher 513, 582
CALendar RePorT for Cipher for Windows 513,
SideKick+ 146, 556 582
CALendar report for TRaVel Circle Link 521, 574
146, 556 Circuit Systems 320, 557
Calendar Wise 103, 546 CIS Billing Orgainizer
California Software Design 220, 579
34, 45, 577 Citizen 65, 556
Canfield For Windows 501, ClassAdz(c) 141, 542
558 CleanUp 492, 574
Canyon Software 137, 581 ClipMate for Windows 111,
Capbuf 94, 576 549
Capital Gainz 314, 578 CLOCK 106, 547
CareWare 281, 355, 500, CM_FILER 132, 554
578 CNC-Transedit 339, 564
Carlos Berguido 207, 208, CoCoWare - Cowles Company
209, 581 Software 503, 578
Cascoly Software 94, 267, CODE TO CODE 164, 562
408, 430, 516, 521, 522, ColorView for Windows 413,
524, 525, 528, 576 539
Cash Control 303, 565 COM-AND 219, 568
CassetteMaster 434, 561 Command Post 137, 555
CATALOG-ON-A-DISK(tm) 284, Commercial Software
583 Associates (ComSoft) 81,
CatScan 229, 558 580
CDMaster 435, 561 Common Sense Software 451,
Centre for Commercial 556
Innovation (CCI) 173, Compact Disk Catalogue
548 462, 540
Changer/2 375, 583 Compass / New England 143,
Charge Account Management 267, 535, 561
Prog. 317, 564 Complement & Schedules
Charles H. Culberson 411, 322, 582
578 Complement & Schedules(PC)
Charles P.Staats 465, 553 322, 582
COMPLEX 279, 541
Index 655
Compound Solutions 316, Custom#Menu 428, 555
550 Custom Technologies 235,
CompUser 535, 561 466, 580
CompuServe 530, 532 Customer Order Management
Computater Software 474, Sys. 268, 541
577 Cybernetic Software 20,
Computer Counselors 59, 234, 570
Inc. 20, 133, 575
Computer Knowledge 395, D
399, 560 D J Harvey Software 10,
Computer Trivia Quiz 394, 547
553 Dad's Choice 566, 630
Computer Witchcraft DaMenu 16, 547
Inc. 154, 540 Daniel Thomas 431, 501,
ConVal Software 558
Inc. 370, 372, 574 DARN! Don't Forget! 113,
ConvDW 169, 555 583
Convert To Structured DasBOOT! 92, 566
BASIC 375, 562 Data By Design 275, 434,
Cook Book Plus 454, 540 573
Cooney Applied Technology Data Master 189, 544
468, 578 Data Solutions 465, 466,
Cortlandt Technologies 570
362, 551 DataMicro
Creative Computer 127, 574 Inc 465, 577
Creativity Package 173, Dataphile Software 102,
556 570
CrossCourt Systems 169, David E. Jacobson 476, 545
170, 555 David H. Pritchett 105,
CROSSDOWN 514, 516, 549 564
Crossword Clipper for David L. Dight 154, 550
Windows 164, 571 DayMaster 103, 561
Crossword Creator 164, DAYO ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (AP)
514, 571 235, 572
CROSSWORD POWER 515, 520, DAYO ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
551 (AR) 250, 572
Crystal Ball 445, 556 DAYO BACK ORDERS (BO) 246,
CSD 572
Inc. 88, 574 DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9 258,
CTRLALT Associates 55, 83, 572
560 DAYO BILLING & INVOICING
CtrlcLib 356, 569 251, 572
Cumberland Diary 449, 548 DAYO END OF PERIOD 258,
Cumberland Software 449, 572
450, 548 DAYO GENERAL LEDGER (GL)
Cumberland Story 450, 548 233, 572
Cumberland Tree 450, 548 DAYO INDEX 291, 572
Curses! 488, 556 DAYO INVENTORY 259, 572
Custodial Requirements DAYO LITTLE POS 246, 572
323, 582 DAYO LOOKUP 293, 572
Custodial Requirements(PC) DAYO MEMBERSHIP 269, 572
323, 582 DAYO MENU 123, 572
Custom Data Solutions 254, DAYO MRP 259, 572
561 DAYO ORDER ENTRY 246, 572
Index 656
DAYO PASSWORDS 292, 572 DISKCOPY 29, 541
DAYO PAYROLL 255, 572 DISKLIST 29, 581
DAYO POS (POINT OF SALE) DiskMan 12, 540
247, 572 DiskMaster Software 12,
DAYO PRICE BOOK 284, 572 540
DAYO QUOTES 247, 572 Disston Ridge
DAYO RENTAL POS 248, 572 Inc. 394, 575
DAYO RETURN MANAGEMENT DiZk4D 13, 561
SYSTEM 260, 572 DiZkND 561, 630
DAYO RETURNS & REFUNDS DJ-CHECK 66, 546
248, 572 DJ-LOPE 66, 546
DAYO SIMPLE POS 249, 572 DJ-SLEEVE 66, 546
DAYO SMART REPORTS 293, dLITE 189, 565
572 DMP 61, 568
DAYO TIME & BILLING 236, DMP Software 61, 568
572 Dominic Herity 45, 573
DB2DOC 207, 581 DOS-CALC 100, 542
DB2PRG 208, 581 DOS Extensions for
dbDIAL(tm) 110, 584 Professional 17, 554
dbF Software Productions DOS Helper 8, 542
52, 141, 190, 210, 542 DOS Summary 395, 560
dBF-View 205, 566 DOS Summary (Hypertext)
dBkit 366, 539 395, 560
DBLinx 314, 578 DosEA 3--10 Easy Commands
DC Circuit Analysis 405, 397, 570
542 DosEA 5--All About MS-DOS
Decision Analysis 324, 582 5.0 398, 570
Decision Analysis(PC) 324, DosEA 4--Find That
582 Command! 397, 570
Decoder! 165, 548 DosEA 1--For Absolute
Dennis Cunningham 512, 578 Beginners 396, 570
DI Management Corporation DosEA 6--Switched on DOS
279, 319, 555 398, 570
DialThat 107, 560 DosEA 2--What is DOS? 396,
Diamond Data 470, 551 570
DICOGO 319, 555 DOWNLOAD 71, 547
DIMANAGE 279, 555 dPerfect Merge 48, 576
Dinger 175, 569 Dr. Motes' Colorbook 420,
DirBack 38, 574 566
DIRCMDr PLUS 34, 539 DRAFT CHOICE 421, 571
DIRECT MAINT 16, 566 DrawSome 381, 569
Director 17, 583 DressMeUp 526, 574
Directory Freedom 7, 574 Droege Computing Services
Directory-Manifest 7, 564 Inc. 286, 552
DIREDIT 133, 575 DT Software
DISASTER 352, 541 Inc. 200, 558
DiscTrak System 458, 554 DTQ 526, 544
Disk DUP 29, 584 dtSearch 200, 558
Disk Manager (CUDM) 12, Dueling Dragons 492, 574
583 Dupes 34, 583
Disk OrGanizer (DOG) 17, Duplicate File Manager 8,
566 583
DISK SPOOL II 57, 561
Index 657
E ESF's Scalable LJ III
Eagle Performance Software Fonts 72, 577
11, 357, 358, 359, 363, EVA 222, 554
364, 569 EVAL 100, 546
Early Bird 104, 576 Everett Kaser Software
East Hampton Industries 489, 496, 526, 543
290, 545 Except 95, 583
Eastern Mountain Software EXPRESSCALC 180, 581
98, 573 EXPRESSCHECK 312, 581
Easy Access 123, 558 EXPRESSGRAPH 423, 581
EASY BANKING 304, 549 Expressware Corporation
Easy Format 30, 576 58, 180, 190, 312, 423,
Easy Project 264, 564 581
Easydial 107, 564 EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-
Ecomaster 522, 576 PLUS! 85, 579
EDDY (EDit DirectorY) 18, ExtraDOS Toolbox 96, 542
560 EZ-Reader 219, 578
EDWORD 153, 552 EZ-Tree 451, 573
EE 325, 582 EZSET 62, 546
EGA Mouse Paint 382, 576
EGATrek 508, 582 F
EGAWHEEL 515, 566 F. Roland Bjorklund 302,
EJM Computer Consulting 580
Ltd. 471, 547 FAB Software 54, 581
ELECTRON 320, 564 FAGERLUND CONSULTING 153,
Elfring Soft Fonts 61, 67, 552
71, 72, 577 Falk Data Systems 30, 32,
EliteCheck 312, 554 351, 576
Elk Creek Software 270, Family Tree Print Utility
548 451, 556
ELMER 410, 571 Fantasy 528, 582
EM Klondike 502, 568 FAST INVOICE WRITER 251,
EM Poker Solitaire 502, 564
568 FAST STATEMENT WRITER 251,
EM Pyramid 503, 568 564
EM Software 502, 503, 568 FASTFILE 190, 581
EmmaSoft Software Company FASTMAIL 194, 576
Inc. 113, 284, 368, 583 fastmenu GOLD 137, 553
ENIGMACROSS 516, 549 FBN Software 13, 43, 567
Enveloper 175, 569 FBNCAT 13, 567
ENVI-MAN 84, 574 FCOMP 46, 547
EnVision Publisher 165, FDplot 389, 549
540 Federal Express Label
EQUALIZER 389, 546 Printer 194, 559
Eric Begbie 115, 454, 462, Feico Nater Shareware 29,
476, 478, 540 31, 57, 217, 352, 462,
ESF's DeskJet Fonts & 479, 541
Utilities 67, 577 FFBALL 471, 543
ESF's European DeskJet Fictionary 516, 576
Fonts 67, 577 FIELD GENERAL 507, 568
ESF's European LaserJet FILE EXPRESS 190, 581
Fonts 71, 577 FILE-MAN 18, 574
ESF's LaserJet Fonts & FILE PATCH 41, 566
Util. 72, 577 FileBUDDY 50, 549
Index 658
FileFinder 34, 577 FPLAN-Retirement Planner
FileMan 134, 539 307, 571
Filer! 166, 548 FREE & EASY 180, 540
FileXref 370, 574 Free and Easy Software
Find Area Code (FAC) 216, 180, 540
566 FunStuff Software 114, 583
First Expedition 510, 550 Furniture
First Financial Software Equipment Survey(PC)
305, 306, 307, 571 327, 582
First Magnitude 505, 552 Furniture & Equipment
First Step Software 260, Survey 326, 582
261, 262, 407, 544
Fischer Grafix & Software G
118, 183, 382, 462, 576 Gamma Software 46, 106,
FISHBYTE(tm) 471, 547 117, 547
FISHTIME 472, 541 Garrett Krueger Software
Flags 384, 544 Development 315, 570
FLAGS(c) 190, 542 Gateway Software 222, 297,
Flex 160, 556 413, 554
FlexBase 270, 550 GEMCAP 425, 582
FLEXIBAK Plus 38, 584 GEnie 532
FLODRAW 416 Geomancy 483, 556
FLOPTOOL 31, 541 Getkey/2 85, 583
Flow Process 325, 582 Glencoe Computing 499, 575
Flow Process(PC) 326, 582 Globally 96, 583
Flu_Shot+ 142, 574 Globally/2 96, 583
Fly By Night Software 471, Gnosis Inc 223, 372, 551
543 Go Software 83, 99, 121,
FlyMaster 476, 540 539
Folders 124, 554 GOLFHCAP 475, 541
Foley Hi-Tech Systems 51, Gopher's Garden 493, 574
53, 96, 379, 542 GRAB Plus(r) 78, 79, 111,
FormGen 280, 284, 584 584
FormGen Business GRAB Plus(r) for Windows
Collection 284, 584 79, 584
FormGen Corp. 29, 31, 280, GRADE BOOK POWER 403, 551
281, 284, 584 GradeBook for Windows 404,
FormGen Fill 281, 584 545
FormGen Home Collection Graham Ferguson 545
284, 584 Grand Universal 263, 547
FormGen Utility Pak #1 31, Granny's Old-Fashioned
584 Software 63, 101, 573
Fortune Teller 446, 556 Graphical Representation
FOURU 9, 581 327, 582
FoxTails #1(c) 210, 542 Graphical
FPLAN-Captital Needs Representation(PC) 328,
Planner 305, 571 582
FPLAN-Education Funding Graphware
Planner 305, 571 Inc. 415, 540
FPLAN-Income Protection Gray Design Associates
Planner 306, 571 511, 575
FPLAN-Personal Financial GREEN 522, 576
Plnr 306, 571 Grumpyware 287, 550
Index 659
GSF Software & Solutions Hughes Financial Services
193, 575 298, 572
GTX Software 9, 21, 108, HUGO III
225, 581, 630 JUNGLE OF DOOM! 511, 575
Gulf Sierra 29, 47, 581 Humongous Cave Adventure
Guru Systems Ltd. 296, 551 511, 568
HYPERGEO 343, 540
H HyperPAD 368, 562
H&P Software 196, 251, HyperSlide 420, 572
317, 318, 320, 564
Hand-Crafted Software 131, I
546 I.Q. Challenge 509, 556
Handicapped See: IBM PC Author Application
Utilities, Special needs 533, 584
HandyDOS 19, 549 ICP 260, 580
Hangman for Students 517, IDP-ACTIVITY 274, 565
570 IDP-ARREST 274, 565
Hans Salvisberg 91, 561 IDP-EMS 277, 565
Hard at Work 486, 556 IDP-INSURE 237, 565
Hard Disk Director 137, IDP-LABELER 195, 565
581 IDP-MEMBER 183, 565
Hawk Software 102, 573 IDP-PDBASE 274, 565
HDM IV - Hard Disk Menu IDP-SALES 249, 565
124, 573 ImagiSOFT
HDTEST 20, 575 Inc. 376, 490, 542
Hearts 500, 578 InContext 140, 563
Herne Data Systems Ltd 32, Index! 166, 548
75, 77, 89, 341, 575 Infinity Data Products
Hi 162, 183, 195, 237, 249,
Finance!(tm) 316, 543 274, 277, 565
HiMOVE 52, 560 Information about
HOME BUDGET MANAGEMENT copyrights 534, 584
SYSTEM 300, 555 Information Please 201,
Home Helper 113, 557 577
Home Money Manager II (and Information Technology
I) 572, 630 Ltd. 231, 357, 569
Home Sales System 287, 550 Informative Technologies
Homebuying and Refinancing 39, 210, 374, 512, 559
300, 579 Innovative Data Concepts
HomeCraft Software 275, Inc. 54, 146, 147, 148,
276, 277, 290, 381, 436, 149, 150, 359, 360, 361,
437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 563
442, 449, 458, 477, 572, Instant Access Menu System
630 125, 546
Hooper International Integrity Master(tm) 142,
Inc. 241, 242, 243, 244, 558
304, 573 Interactive Mini Systems
Hotnet 270, 562 Inc. 190, 581
Household Register 435, INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS
557 PAYABLE M4 260, 544
HouseHold TRACKER 183, 576 INVENTORY & ACCOUNTS
How to join as a "beta" PAYABLE s4 261, 544
author 533, 584 INVENTORY & COST CONTROL
HowTwo 493, 574 im4 261, 544
Index 660
J LambWare 39, 549
James N. Cox 99, 547 LAN-LINK 452, 571
Jamestown Software 76, Lane Davis 265, 577
134, 575 Langin Software 396, 397,
JASC 398, 455, 517, 523, 570
Inc. 424, 557 Larry Weaver 90, 556
JDIR 20, 570 LaserForm 73, 560
JEPRS (Jeepers!) 211, 567 LASR-MAN 73, 574
Jewel Thief 494, 551 LaunchCAD 429, 555
Jimmy Paris Software 65, Launcher 125, 583
500, 561 Layout Planning 328, 582
JMJ Software 66, 74, 77, Layout Planning(PC) 329,
78, 546 582
JNGoodale 220, 353, 579 LCD: Led's Change
Joe Herrera 436, 547 Directory 20, 570
Joe Murphy 340, 566 LEANER 278, 550
John Intorcio 420, 422, Lecture 288, 584
430, 572 Lenard Dean 50, 63, 549
John L. Hancock 473, 554 LessonPlanZ 402, 561
John Steed 449, 559 Listico 413, 554
John Vias 93, 546 Lite Format 32, 576
Johnson Technologies 254, LiteComm 357, 569
572 LiteSPC 231, 569
Jon Clempner 132, 579 Little Black Book 108, 581
JORF Interpreter and LJ2DJ 68, 547
Tutorial 367, 542 LJ-SLEEVE 74, 546
JP Software Inc. 82, 563 LJLAND 74, 547
JSOFT 303, 552 LK4.EXE 21, 581
Just Excellent Software Loan Amortization 307, 577
Inc. 155, 561 LOANS & SAVINGS 301, 564
Just-In-Time Computing LOGGIT 225, 581
Services 16, 547 Logic Circuit Analysis
jwh: SoftWare 137, 553 405, 542
Logical Systems 160, 556
K LOGIK MENU 126, 558
Keith Ledbetter 20, 26, LOGIVISION INC. 126, 558
570 Lotto Challenger 465, 570
Kevin Fischer 224, 461, LOTTO PROPHET 465, 577
575 Lotto Thunder 465, 553
KEYTREE TOOLBOX 363, 554 LottoMATIC 466, 580
KEYTREE UTILITIES 357, 554 Louis M. Miranda 211, 567
KICK 217, 577 LoveDOS 486, 556
Kilgore Software 135, 571 LQ 63, 573
KINDRED SPIRITS 239, 568 LQMATRIX 65, 561
Korenthal Associates LRV Company 285, 557
Inc. 69, 172, 571 LUDWIG 462, 541
KP5 202, 552
KWIKSTAT 345, 577 M
KWIKWRITE 161, 577 M. P. Data 310, 311, 317,
564
L MacIntosh Author
Label Master 196, 544 Application 534, 584
LambChop 39, 549 Magic Brush & Magic Show
Lambert Klein 60, 584 417, 565
Index 661
Mah Jongg--Solitaire 489, Methods Time Measurement
582 330, 582
Mail Machine 79, 547 Methods Time
Maillist / M-Label 196, Merasurement(PC) 331,
556 582
MakeDemo 226, 565 METRIC-X 290, 550
Maker 368, 583 Michael Donat 504, 553
Man/machine Process 329, Michael J. Sadaway 106,
582 584
Man/Machine Process(PC) MiCord 272, 567
330, 582 Micro System Solutions 8,
MARGARINE 158, 539 12, 583
Mark Christian 443, 579 MicroDynamics Development
Mark Strong 122, 558 128, 139, 573
Mark Tigges 88, 161, 363, MicroFox Company 124, 451,
557 573
MARNAV 536, 541 Micrometric 18, 73, 84,
Mass-Store Copy 39, 559 85, 87, 574
Master Meal Manager 454, Mike Blaszczak 22, 53, 580
548 Mille French Card Game
MasterWorks 163, 541, 576 501, 562
MATCH 371, 578 Millennium Technologies
MathAttack 343, 564 Corporation 413, 539
Maurer Associates 80, 549 Mom's Math 344, 566
MAXI Form 32, 575 Money Smith 237, 554
MaxMan 494, 574 Money Smith Systems 234,
Mayan Calendar 446, 556 237, 554
MAZE3 505, 558 MoonStone Software 278,
McAdams Associates 62, 94, 550
100, 546 MORFORM 282, 566
MCGA utilities See: MORSOFT 16, 41, 100, 128,
Utilities, Hardware 282, 566
utilities, Screen MORSOFT CALCULATOR 100,
utilities, EGA/VGA 566
Medlin Accounting Motes Educational Software
Shareware 239, 240, 252, 344, 411, 416, 420, 566,
256, 567 630
Mega Edit 154, 540 Mountain Data Systems 216,
MegaHost 223, 568 566
Melissa's Music Flashcards Mountain Software 426,
462, 576 428, 429, 555
MEMORY 500, 561 MouseTools 376, 582
Memory utilities See: Mover 10, 583
Utilities, Hardware Movie Guide 458, 555
utilities, CPU & memory MS Financial Calculator
utilities 234, 554
MENU-MAN 85, 574 MSC - Morariu Software
MENU PLUS 126, 542 Consulting 109, 129,
MenuDIRECT Gold 138, 577 185, 186, 205, 207, 212,
MenuEase 127, 574 414, 537, 566
Mercury 343, 560 MSGCOMP - The message
MERIT BADGE TRACKER 468, compiler. 371, 540
551 Multi-level Pull-down
Message-A-Day 488, 542 Menus 357, 363, 569
Index 662
Multi-level Virtual NPS - Nominal Pipe Size
Windows 364, 569 341, 575
Multi-level virtual
windows 358, 569 O
MULTIFILE-XL 196, 564 Oak Hill Software
Multilevel Marketing Inc. 154, 570
Simulator 285, 557 Oak Hill Vi(tm) 154, 570
Music Manager for Windows Off-line CIS Catalog
436, 547 Viewer 220, 579
MuziTrak System 463, 554 OffLoad 43, 567
My Little Realm 308, 550 Olsen Outdoors 116, 506,
565
N OMNIDay 120, 561
NAG 486, 556 OMNIDiZk 14, 561
NAMEBASE 270, 548 OMNIMeal 455, 561
NAMEGRAM 517, 562 ON-SIDE 58, 581
Names & Dates 114, 563 On This Day 407, 551
Nassib Nassar 106, 417, Operation Process 331, 582
565 Operation Process(PC) 332,
National MicroSystems 270, 582
550 Operator Process 332, 582
Natural Software 418, 421, Operator Process(PC) 333,
425, 528, 582 582
NDOS 131, See: Utilities, OpMenu 127, 539
Software tools, For 4DOS Optical character
NED 154, 550 recognition See:
Neil J. Rubenking 463, Graphics, Business
517, 562 applications, OCR
NETCLASS 408, 545 applications
NEWBIZ 173, 548 Oregon Software Group 299,
Newdorf Research 48, 576 580
Newkey 54, 581 ORGANIZE 105, 564
Niche Software 387, 546 ORGANIZE! Professional
Nico Mak 44, 46, 569 Books 276, 572
Nifty James' RAM Disk 53, ORGANIZE! Your Art
580 Collection 436, 572
Nifty James's File Finder ORGANIZE! Your Books/
22, 580 Magazines 437, 572
Nildram Software 38, 584 ORGANIZE! Your CDs &
Nine Men's Morris 523, 570 Records 437, 572
Nine-Patch Software 389, ORGANIZE! Your Classical
546 Music 438, 572
NJ's File Finder for ORGANIZE! Your Coin
Windows 22, 580 Collection 438, 572
NOACH 217, 541 ORGANIZE! Your Comic Books
NoGate Consulting 43, 559 439, 572
Northland Multisoft 7, ORGANIZE! Your Fabrics
301, 336, 339, 343, 564 (Sewing) 477, 572
Norton's NDOS See: ORGANIZE! Your Gun
Utilities, Software Collection 439, 572
tools, For 4DOS ORGANIZE! Your Home 477,
Novagraph 415, 544 572
NoVaSoft 132, 554 ORGANIZE! Your Jazz
Collection 439, 572
Index 663
ORGANIZE! Your Legal Case Parcel Shipping
Notes 275, 572 Program(PSP)(r) 290, 545
ORGANIZE! Your Memorabilia Parcell Software 264, 564
440, 572 PARTY TRACKER 273, 551
ORGANIZE! Your Model Pascal Robots (P-ROBOTS)
Railroad 440, 572 495, 568
ORGANIZE! Your Office 277, PATH-MAN 87, 574
572 PathProj 346, 565
ORGANIZE! Your Photographs PATIENCE 10 503, 578
290, 572 Patri-Soft 23, 24, 25, 36,
ORGANIZE! Your Plants/ 63, 86, 87, 107, 177,
Garden 449, 572 564
ORGANIZE! Your Sports PATTR 36, 564
Cards 441, 572 PAYMENT BOOK WRITER 318,
ORGANIZE! Your Stamp 564
Collection 441, 572 PBfmt 353, 562
ORGANIZE! Your Video Tapes PBMouse 354, 576
458, 572 PBWindows 354, 576
ORGANIZE! Your Wine PC-AP Accounts Payable
(Cellar) 442, 572 239, 567
Orion Development PC-AR Accounts Receivable
Corporation 290, 550 252, 567
OS/2 software 26, 37, 44, PC-CAI 409, 577
50, 85, 96, 142, 375, PC Canary 143, 561
399 PC Chart (CGA/HGC) 296,
OutFox 490, 574 551
Over_LAZ 75, 575 PC-CHART (EGA/VGA) 296,
Over_LAZ PS 77, 575 551
Overhead Cost 333, 582 PC-DEAL 239, 568
Overhead Cost(PC) 334, 582 PC-Draft-CAD 421, 582
PC-Draft II 418, 582
P PC-ECAP 320, 557
P. C. Softsmith 127, 366, PC-FasType/CGA 400, 569
374, 539 PC-FasType/MONO 400, 569
PACE 161, 557 PC-File 184, 579
PACK TRACKER 468, 551 PC-FOOD 273, 560
PAGE COUNT 159, 553 PC-FORMS and PC-LIBRARY
Painless Accounting 86, 159, 541
128, 238, 256, 564 PC-GL General Ledger 240,
Painless Acct/Payroll 567
Companion 238, 564 PC-GLOSSARY 394, 575
Painless Event Processor PC-HAM 452, 571
86, 564 PC HELP-LINE 164, 514, 571
Painless Menu Manager 128, PC-INFO 92, 562
564 PC Information Systems
Painless Payroll 256, 564 346, 554
Paint Shop Pro 424, 557 PC-Names 197, 563
PAK 43, 559 PC-PR Payroll Writing 256,
PALERT 86, 564 567
Pallanda 490, 574 PC-STRAN(tm) 340, 566
Parables & Parabolas 387, PC SYSTEM MANAGER 128, 566
546 PC-TRACK 432, 548
Paradise Programming 199, PCBRIDGE(tm) 340, 566
548 PCBUDGET 309, 567
Index 664
PCCLOCK 106, 584 PLC Software 152, 551
PCFDial 109, 584 Plot-Line 341, 582
PCForm 281, 578 PlotManager 422, 572
PCINV Invoice Writing 240, PlotSoft Solutions 341,
567 582
PCM100.COM 227, 579 PM2LINO 77, 546
PCOPY 23, 564 PMZIP 44, 569
PCStat 346, 554 PocketD 23, 544
PCX 37, 560 PocketWare 23, 544
PCX2FNT 75, 547 PoeTrio 392, 545
PCX2PCL 75, 547 Poetry Generator 173, 556
PDAILY 87, 564 Poetry Star 527, 545
PDEL 23, 564 Point & Shoot Backup/
pE - The "perfect" Restore 40, 577
Editor(tm) 155, 561 Point & Shoot Home Manager
pEDIT PLUS 155, 565 309, 577
PeeWee(tm) for Boy Scout Polaris Software 8, 542
Troops 557 PopDBF 204, 580
PeeWee(tm) for Cub Scout Popup Help & Data (Ph.D.)
Packs 557 369, 577
PEG 528, 576 PostCardMaster 198, 561
PENDULUM - computer Potomac Computer Systems
experiments 405, 560 498, 558
Penname 556, 630 Power C Shell 358, 539
Peronal Record Keeper 478, PowerBatch Compiler 88,
578 574
Personal Calendar (PC) for PowerIntsall 145, 552
DOS 114, 583 PPRINT 63, 564
Personal Databases 115, Practical Solutions 308,
540 551
Personal Golf Tracker 473, PREP 409, 553
554 Prgmr's Productivity Pack
Personal Tarot 447, 556 Lite 351, 576
Personal Time Card 118, Print-it 59, 570
576 PrintCAD 59, 563
Pete Maclean 141, 569 PrintEnvelope 80, 549
Peter Charpentier 202, 552 PrinterBUDDY 63, 549
Peter T. Smith D.D.S. 278, PrintGL 59, 563
548 PrintPlus 60, 584
PhoneBook 97, 546 Pro-Bat I 88, 557
Photographer's Friend 478, Pro Dev Software 266, 482,
540 583
Piaf PRO$TOCK 297, 554
Inc. 171, 271, 544 ProDev*EPRICE 266, 583
PIANOMAN 463, 562 ProDev*MEMBER 482, 583
Pinecliffe International ProDev*QUOTE 266, 267, 583
175, 176, 569 ProDev*QUOTE Utility
PixFolio Image Catalog Programs 266, 583
System 14, 550 Prodigy Technologies 125,
PKZIP 44, 45, 46, 219 546
Plain Vanilla Labels 198, Professional Automated
579 Systems 478, 578
PLAN 271, 541 Professional Master Key
Play 'n' Learn 381, 572 24, 553
Index 665
Programmer's Productivity R
Pack 351, 576 R.K. West Consulting 65,
Programmer's SUPER-MAINT 173, 196, 203, 205, 444,
368, 583 445, 446, 447, 448, 483,
ProLogic Software 309, 567 486, 488, 509, 556, 630
PROMASTER 222, 554 RAM utilities See:
PS-SLEEVE 77, 546 Utilities, Hardware
PS-TEXT 78, 546 utilities, CPU & memory
PSEARCH 24, 564 utilities
PTOUCH 25, 564 Rams' Island Software 140,
Public Address 199, 548 563
Public Brand Software 24, Ravitz Editor 156, 563
553 Ravitz Software Inc. 59,
PullDown Menus for DOS 156, 563
128, 573 Raymond A.J. Pesek 212,
PullDown RT for 541
Developer's 139, 573 rbm software 507, 568
PURGE 429, 548 Real Software 73, 107,
PUTMAIL 372, 551 343, 560
Puzzler I 518, 582 RECALL 177, 564
Pyramid Software 408, 545 Recap 203, 556
RECIPE MANAGEMENT &
Q COSTING 262, 544
Q&A Study Aid 402, 577 Recon(tm) 229, 560
Q4Tool 355, 578 Recursive Realm 345, 571
Qanalyst 225, 584 ReNamer 372, 574
QEDIT 35 Renamer 25, 583
QEdit(R) Advanced 156, 567 Renamer/2 26, 583
QENV 80, 541 Resident Task Manager 115,
QFiler 134, 575 556
QFont 76, 575 Restore See: Utilities,
QPACS 313, 555 File utilities, Backup/
QQUERY (All Fox versions) restore
208, 581 retail software 141
QQUERY (FoxBASE+ 2.10 RetailWare 262, 567
version) 208, 581 REWSE CONSULTANTS LIMITED
QQUERY (FoxPro 1.02 357, 363, 554
version) 209, 581 REXL 393, 552
QQUERY (FoxPro 2.0 REXL-Lazarillo de Tormes
version) 209, 581 393, 552
Quick Shop 455, 570 RGH Software 232, 553
QUICKEXT 57, 541 Rhode Island Soft Systems
QuickPlan 180, 540 Inc. 56, 118, 562
Quid Pro Quo Software 402, Richard A. Williams 245,
577 313, 555
Quilt 430, 576 Richard W. Adams 10, 17,
quotations 141 25, 26, 34, 37, 40, 41,
QWIK Screen Utilities 364, 85, 95, 96, 125, 141,
569 368, 375, 399, 583
QWIK Screen Utilities for Richard Webster's Aura
C 359, 569 Reading 447, 556
Richard Webster's
Numerology 448, 556
Index 666
RIE - Rimrock Icon Editor Serial++ Asynch Comm
373, 580 Library 362, 551
Rimrock Software 373, 580 ServantWare 494, 551
RKS Software ShareGames 38, 101, 121,
Inc. 189, 196, 265, 544 419, 490, 491, 492, 493,
Robert Barrentine 273, 494, 496, 497, 498, 505,
468, 469, 470, 551 508, 521, 526, 574
Robert L. Lloyd 385, 388, Shareware Tracker 214, 542
412, 569 SHERLOCK 47, 581
Robert M. Bernard 97, 546 Sherlock The Game of Logic
Robichaux and Associates 526, 543
270, 380, 562 Shez 35, 45, 577
Rochester Heritage 229, SHIP TRACKER 469, 551
558 Shoestring Software 394,
RoDrones 505, 574 553
Roger D Hamilton 526, 544 Shooting Gallery 495, 582
Ronin Software 294, 524, Show Partner Lite 414, 562
543 Shredder/2 141, 583
Room 10, 583 Silicon Systems 268, 543
Rosewood Journal 241, 579 SimpleWare 377, 536, 564
Rosewood Software 198, Simply Help! 377, 564
241, 579 Simply Labels 536, 564
RoSi Software 91, 547 SlideManager 430, 572
RR 479, 541 SLIM 45, 573
Rubicon Computer Labs Inc. Sloop Manager 129, 554
167, 581 Sloop Software 124, 129,
Rubicon Publisher 167, 581 554
Russell Stevens 404, 545 Smart10 457, 580
RXridge 347, 565 Smart Home Shopper 456,
RXtraces 347, 565 557
Smokin' Software 228, 563
S SNAP! 202, 571
SAFEPACK 10, 547 Snarf 496, 543
SANDD Software 458, 555 Snooper
Save the Planet 406, 549 the system checker 93,
Save the Planet Software 546
406, 549 SOFF BALLS 474, 577
Savings Account Management Soft fonts See: Utilities,
Prg. 310, 564 Printer utilities
SCBABOTL 212, 541 Soft GAM's Software 17,
School-Mom 411, 566 566
Schreck Software 273, 560 SoftIdeas 557
SCIENCE FUN 405, 560 softRX shareware 346, 347,
ScofWare Associates 18, 565
560 Software Concepts Design
Seaware Corp. 85, 579 142, 574
See Mail 223, 551 Software Designs
SeedMaster 481, 565 Inc. 427, 429, 548
Sell More Software 286, Software for Amateur Radio
552 410, 452, 453, 508, 571
SemWare 156, 567 Software Vision
Sensation Software 126, Corporation 165, 180,
488, 542 540
SOFTWEST 371, 578
Index 667
Softworks 495, 510, 511, Strudle 419, 574
568 STS26 388, 569
Solitile 489, 543 Stuart Esten 343, 540
Soothsayer aka Oracle 556, Sub Rosa Publishing Inc.
630 184, 567
SoundMasterDb 464, 557 SUPER 27, 540
SoundZ 442, 444, 561 Super StarTrek 508, 574
Southwind Software 409, SuperFly 497, 582
553 Superior Soft 157, 562
Space Relationship 334, Support Group
582 Inc. 221, 556
Space Relationship(PC) Surefire - Smart Document
335, 582 Proc 171, 544
SpeedRAM 53, 542 Surefire Contacts 271, 544
Spell Games 383, 577 SURVEY POWER 348, 551
Spider Web 496, 574 Swap! 168, 548
Spin Wall 497, 574 SWAPDOS 54, 563
Spirit7 Software SWAPDS 147, 563
Ltd. 260, 580 SWAPLM 148, 563
SR-Info 184, 567 SWAPMM 150, 563
SST: the Supersonic Search SWAPNG 149, 563
Tool 26, 570 SWAPSK 146, 563
Stable - Technical Graphs SWAPTN 150, 563
297, 553 SwimBase 474, 557
STACKEY 55, 560 Sympathetic Software 70,
STAFF-BASE 185, 566 457, 580
STAFF-DBMS-PRODUCT-FAMILY Syntonic Software 454, 552
185, 566 Systems Manager 272, 567
STAFF-DEVELOPER 537, 566 SysTraK(c) 52, 542
STAFF-DIAL 109, 566
STAFF-GRAF 414, 566 T
STAFF-INTEGRATOR 129, 566 T. G. Muench 155, 565
STAFF-KICK 186, 566 T-Zero 512, 578
STAFF-MASK 186, 566 Taewoong Jeon 312, 554
STAFF-REPORT 212, 566 Tag! 168, 548
STAFF-UTIL 207, 566 TakeNote 192, 579
Stamper 40, 583 Takin' Care of Business!
Stanley May 151, 543 AP 241, 573
Star Guidance Consulting Takin' Care of Business!
Inc. 361, 566 AR 242, 573
Stardial 581, 630 Takin' Care of Business!
Start 374, 539 GL 242, 573
STARTREK the Computer Takin' Care of Business!
Program 508, 571 IN 243, 573
Statistical 335, 582 Takin' Care of Business!
Statistical(PC) 336, 582 M&C 243, 573
STEENBURGH's STUFF 89, 539 Takin' Care of Business!
Steve Englestad 510, 550 PR 244, 573
Stiller Research 142, 505, Takin' Care of Business!
558 PS 244, 573
Stoktrax Systems 314, 549 TAPCIS 221, 229, 556
STRG String Processing Task Master 265, 544
Routines 11, 569 TAX91 302, 580
Stringer/2 399, 583
Index 668
TaxWare 68, 71, 74, 75, THE INTERSTATE TRAVELER
79, 547 476, 545
Tay-Jee Software 34, 89, The INTL Package 370, 543
119, 158, 289, 358, 539 The JORF Company 367, 542
TCXL User Interface the last word 509, 574
Development 359, 563 The Laughing Dog Screen
TDisplay 49, 548 Maker 350, 545
TDWare 134, 539 THE MORTGAGE MISER 308,
Tea Time Software 383, 551
400, 539 The Pool Manager 473, 570
TEACHER 391, 553 The Retailer 262, 567
Tear Down the Wall 523, The ShareWare Book 535,
570 561
Technical Editor 157, 562 THE SMALL BUSINESS ADVISER
TechnoJock's Object 294, 543
Toolkit 366, 582 The Software Construction
TechnoJock's Turbo Toolkit Co. 407, 470, 551
365, 582 The Window BOSS & Data
TechnoJock Software Clerk 361, 566
Inc. 365, 366, 582 Thomas C. Johnson 432,
TengWare Enterprises 123, 454, 548
558 Thumper Technologies 219,
TesSeRact Compression 578
System 360, 563 ThunderWare (tm) 111, 549
TesSeRact File Management TIESOH 271, 279, 541
360, 563 Tikler 116, 565
TesSeRact Printer Control Tile Match 504, 582
360, 563 TiltMaze 497, 574
TesSeRact Screen Designer Time is Money 254, 561
361, 563 TimeStax 254, 572
TesSeRact TSR Devel. TimeTrac 267, 561
System 361, 563 Tinker Software 159, 391,
TexaSoft 161, 201, 217, 392, 553
307, 345, 383, 409, 476, TJS LAB
577 Inc. 123, 233, 235, 236,
TextCon 170, 555 246, 247, 248, 249, 250,
TextOut/5 170, 555 251, 255, 258, 259, 260,
Textshot 94, 546 269, 284, 291, 292, 293,
The Address Book Solution 572
193, 575 Tolman Dental Program 278,
The Better Diet Analyzer 548
454, 552 ToolBOX 27, 543
The Binary Toolshed 27, Torbert Data Systems
543 INC. 113, 456, 481, 557
The Children's Graphics Total Control 227, 562
Program 416, 566 Total Investor for 1-2-3
The Cipher-Ace Series 520, 298, 572
548 Total Investor for
The Durol Company 304, 549 Symphony 298, 572
The Evergreen Tools 363, Towers 524, 576
557 ToyBox II 130, 546
The Finishing Touch 376, TRAINING TRACKER 469, 551
542 TransferTIME (TTIME) 232,
553
Index 669
TreeTop 135, 571 VINO:FILE Cellar Master
TreeTop PLUS 135, 571 443, 579
Trendtech Corporation 356, Virtual Magic Software
400, 569 130, 546
TriAxis 491, 574 Visual Compare 47, 541
TRIG-IT & GEO-DIM 336, 564 VMiX 386 81, 580
TrikTrak 118, 562 Volcano Hunter 512, 559
Trinity Software 49, 165, Volume
166, 168, 548 Hours & Productivity
TRIUS 338, 582
Inc. 179, 421, 571 Hours & Productivity(PC)
Trojan horse See: 338, 582
Utilities, Security Vortex 498, 574
programs
TROOP TRACKER 470, 551 W
TSR Download 61, 577 W - The Note Writer 162,
TurboBAT 379, 542 565
TurboSystemsCo 433, 435, W.S. Ataras Engineering
459, 464, 557 145, 552
TurboTXT Text File WAKEUP 119, 539
Compiler 51, 542 WALL STREET RAIDER 524,
TUTOR.COM 399, 560 543
TVSWare 194, 559 Walter J. Kennamer 202,
TYPE TREK 400, 539 571
WAMPUM 187, 565
U Ward Mundy Software 69,
UDECIDE 267, 576 187, 188, 189, 565
Unicorn Software Limited Wasco Technical Software
13, 14, 103, 120, 198, 427, 556
386, 402, 433, 434, 435, WEBS 525, 576
442, 444, 455, 460, 467, WetZoft Applications 115,
535, 561, 630 145, 146, 556
Unique Software 227, 353, What's Up(tm) 106, 565
375, 479, 501, 562 WHATS-UP 453, 571
Utility_Belt 89, 575 WHEEL Games 92, 515, 518,
519, 566
V White Harvest Software
Value Engineering 337, 582 Inc. 481, 565
Value Engineering(PC) 337, Whitney Software
582 Inc. 47, 541
VAR Grade 404, 563 William A. Jackson 460,
VARed Software 404, 563 572
VEHICLE COSTS 545 Wilson WindowWare
VERSAMAP 411, 578 Inc. 90, 137, 157, 310,
VGA utilities See: 555
Utilities, Hardware WinBatch 90, 555
utilities, Screen WinCheck 310, 555
utilities, EGA/VGA WindhamWoods Publishing
VGAWHEEL 518, 566 226, 565
VIDEO BUFF 459, 576 Windows Lotto 466, 570
Video Librarian 459, 557 Windows software 13, 15,
VIDEOCAT 460, 572 22, 46, 69, 79, 80, 90,
VideoMaster 460, 561 98, 111, 115, 118, 124,
129, 134, 137, 154, 158,
Index 670
164, 175, 176, 188, 192, Wyndshell 138, 544
216, 234, 238, 288, 298, Wyndware 136, 138, 187,
311, 316, 345, 371, 404, 193, 384, 544
413, 415, 424, 431, 436,
454, 462, 467, 476, 478, X
494, 501, 502, 514, 519 XD Systems 28, 131, 148,
WinEdit 157, 555 556
WinGraph 344, 563 XDIR 28, 556
WinPost 98, 573 XPENS 245, 555
WINTERRA Software Group XRS ("eXpress Response
297, 553 System") 228, 563
WINWHEEL 519, 566 XWare
WinZip 46, 569 Inc. 344, 563
WISCO Computing 348, 403,
515, 519, 551 Y
WiseWare 401, 560 Y.C.C. 27, 371, 540
Wolf Software Design 49, Yardbird Software 350, 545
555 YieldBook 316, 550
WOPR-WinWord Office POWER Your ESP Test 448, 556
Pack 176, 569 Your Financial Advisor
WordMaster 163, 541, 576 572, 630
Words to Go 474, 557 Your Numerologist 479, 562
WORDSEARCH POWER 519, 551 YRWAY 391, 553
WORDTRIX! 383, 539 YRWAYx.ZIP 392, 553
WordZ 467, 561 Yves Charier 227, 579
Workbase 205, 556
WorkQueue 265, 577 Z
WORLD29 412, 569 Zephyr 188, 565
World Name Game 385, 569 ZFace 151, 543
WR Software 114, 197, 499, ZideCar 444, 561
563 ZiPaper 431, 558
WSS Division of DDC 15, ZIPKEY 216
544 ZK-Shell 216, 584
Wssindex 15, 544 ZPAY 3 257, 584
Wynd-DOS 136, 544 ZPAY Payroll Systems
Wyndfields for DOS 193, Inc. 69, 78, 79, 110,
544 216, 257, 584
Wyndfields for Windows Zpeller 386, 561
187, 544 ZZT Arcade-Adventure Game
498, 558
