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- StampBase(TM)for DOS
- VERSION 1.0
- STAMPB.ZIP is suggested BBS name for this file
- Copyright 1993 by Changing Seasons Software All Rights Reserved.
- Phone: (608)273-2739
- Contact Person: Mark Hetzel
- CompuServe ID: 71371,731
- Mailing Address: 4466 Sentinel Pass, Madison, WI 53711-4725
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- StampBase for DOS is a shareware software product. STAMPB.EXE is a
- self-extracting file containing the compressed files required to use StampBase
- for DOS. STAMPB.EXE was created using the software program LHA (Copyright
- 1990-1991 by Haruyasu Yoshizaki). Individual users may copy this program and
- share it with friends.
-
- SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible with 640K RAM, a hard drive and
- DOS 3.1 or higher. Program supports mouse and keyboard.
-
- DETAILED DESCRIPTION
-
- StampBase for DOS is a stamp collection inventory system designed for the
- hobbyist. Your stamp collection information can be stored in one or more
- files with each file containing a limit of 128 megabytes. Information
- about each stamp can include: country, catalog number, category, issue year,
- description, grade, condition, purchase date, cost, market value and comments.
-
- StampBase provides intuitive data entry, edit and browse features. Stamp
- information can be added, changed or deleted. Use StampBase's powerful query
- feature to browse through the database. All information is sorted and indexed
- (except notes) to provide quick access. Stamp information can be displayed
- on screen or in printed reports.
-
- This is NOT free software. This is NOT public domain software. Stamp for
- DOS is a shareware software product. You are expected to pay a $24.95
- registration fee plus shipping and handling to the author if you find it
- useful. Registered users receive the latest version of the program, a printed
- User's Guide, free technical support and notification of program updates and
- upgrades. A registration form is included in the program.
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- FILES AVAILABLE AFTER UNPACKING PACKAGE
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- README Basic information about program in ASCII text format.
- STAMPDOS.DOC User's Guide in ASCII text format.
- STAMPDOS.EXE StampBase program.
- SAMPLE.DAT Sample data.
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- INSTALLATION AND UNPACKING PROGRAM
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- Copy StampBase files to your hard drive before attempting to run the program.
- The StampBase files are compressed into a self-extracting file called
- STAMPD.EXE. Use the following instructions to create a directory and copy the
- program files from the disk to the new directory on the hard drive. Ignore
- the quotations when entering instructions.
-
- 1. At the C> type "cd\" and press ENTER. The root directory will now
- be current directory.
-
- 2. Type "md stampd" and press ENTER to create a new directory called
- STAMPD.
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- 3. Type "cd\stampd" and press ENTER. The STAMPD directory is now the
- current directory.
-
- 4. Insert StampBase disk into drive A or B.
-
- 5. Type "A:" or "B:" for the drive containing the StampBase disk.
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- 6. At the A> or B> type "copy *.* c:" and press ENTER. STAMPD.EXE
- will now be copied to the STAMPD subdirectory on the hard drive.
-
- 7. Type "C:" and press ENTER. The prompt should be C:STAMPD>.
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- 8. Type "stampd" and press ENTER. The StampBase files will now be
- unpacked and available for use.
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- TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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- We have attempted to design StampBase to be easy to use. Still, we will be
- happy to help if you encounter a problem. Contact us by one of the
- following methods:
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- Telephone (608) 273-2739
-
- Probably the best way to solve a problem. It is easier to provide
- assistance when we can speak with directly you. Call us during the
- following times:
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- Monday - Friday 7 - 9 PM
- Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM
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- All times are Central Standard Time.
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- Please try to be in front of your computer with the program operating.
- Diagnosing a software problem is difficult if you are not at the
- computer.
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- CompuServe
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- Contact Person: Mark Hetzel
- ID number 71371,731
-
- Write
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- Send correspondence to: Changing Seasons Software, 4466 Sentinel Pass,
- Madison, WI 53711-4725
-
- Any comments or suggestions you have StampBase for DOS would be
- appreciated.
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- STAMPBASE FOR DOS ORDER FORM
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- Register Program To: _____________________________________________________
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- Address: _____________________________________________________
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- _____________________________________________________
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- Quantity Price Cost
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- StampBase for DOS (5.25" disk) ________ $24.95 ________
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- StampBase for DOS (3.5" disk) ________ $24.95 ________
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- Subtotal ________
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- Wisconsin Residents add 5.5% Sales Tax ________
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- Shipping & Handling ($2.00 in U.S., $5.00 outside U.S.) ________
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- Amount Due (U.S. Dollars only) ________
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- Where did you obtain your copy of StampBase for DOS?__________________________
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- ______________________________________________________________________________
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- Send your order to: Changing Seasons Software
- 4466 Sentinel Pass
- Madison, WI 53711-4725
-