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WELCOME BACK!
Thanks again for downloading the ShareWare Reviews. I hope that this
month's edition is as satisfying as previous month's have been.
I reviewed thirty programs for the month of September; a far cry from the
40 - 50 I wanted to do, but the new, additional "indepthness" added to the
reviews takes more time. I am hoping to continue the current trend of doing
one a day.
The newest features in the reviews are the value rating and the information
packets.
The value rating is what I give the program for price/performance ratio.
Almost all public domain programs get a SUPER rating, while ShareWare
programs are judged a little harder.
The information packets were created out of necessity. I have about 7 megs
of programs in the queue to be reviewed. You and I know that I will never
get to that many, so I have instituted a 3:1 ratio. For every three
programs reviewed I will complete one information packet. Information
packets are just little blurbs, less than 20 lines, about programs that I
have picked up, but just can't squeeze into the review schedule.
Just a note, if you are downloading this, say in the year 1991 go ahead and
write me. I want to know...
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As the header suggests this is the part where I ask for donations of any
type. Let's start with some history first:
"I do the ShareWare reviews because I feel that ShareWare is the best
method of marketing personal computer software." This quote by me
really sums up my feelings.
"I also do ShareWare reviews for I am attempting to hone my writing
skills before trying to land a review position at a big time
magazine." Yes, if you know someone influential at a magazine please
pass my reviews onto him/her.
Ok, why should you donate anything? This is the eternal question that
haunts every ShareWare user. I DON'T WANT YOU TO DONATE ANYTHING! I want
you to invest in the future of these reviews.
Now, I am not talking money only. I need disks, mailers, paper, pens,
anything that can help me churn out more reviews. Of course money is the
most preferred, but comments and criticisms are also welcome. Some of the
neatest additions to the reviews were user ideas.
ANYTHING that you give to the review cause will allow me to continue to
provide high quality reviews for you and other users to read.
Thanks for listening.
Oh, my address: Patrick Grote
3440E Evergreen Lane
St. Louis, MO 63125
See below for benefits of investing...
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Executive Computer Network: The phone number is (914) 667-4651. This is
one of the best BBS' in existence. The
Sysop, Andy Keeves, does an excellent job
of keeping his users well informed. Since I
have switched to PC Pursuit, I am no longer
able to call, but I just wanted to say
thanks for the National start.
The Sound of Music BBS: The phone number is (516) 536-5630. I am no longer
able to call here either. The Sysop, Paul
Waldinger, is on the cutting edge of everything.
Thanks again for the support.
The Sound Advice BBS: The phone number is (816) 436-4516. Roy Timberman,
the Sysop, has cast a special eye for users. If it
has anything to do with computers Roy's BBS supports
it, talks about, or keeps it. Sound Advice is the
new NATIONAL headquarters for the ShareWare Reviews.
Third Stage BBS: The phone number is (314) 949-5790. If you are looking for
.GIF files call here! The largest collection of .GIF files
in the nation is here. Third Stage is the WWIVNET
headquarters for my reviews.
DC INFO BBS : The phone number is (202) 433-6639. This is the headquarters
for my reviews on the RealyNet. I am looking for a better
reader for this net...
Electronic Communications: The phone number is (314) 544-4988. For a
stimulating conversation on current events
tune in here. The users are mature, and
knowledgeable.
Thanks also to Jeff Green, John Olsen, Jimmy Pearson, and countless others
who have helped shape these reviews.
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FILES ENCLOSED ON THIS DISK
The following is a breakdown of reviews on this disk with their respective
ratings:
FILE DESCRIPTION RATING
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README1S.000 The file you are reading now N/A
FORMCHNG.001 Notes on a change in format N/A
INFOPKT.002 Introduction to the New Information Packets N/A
ANSIAD.AD Type "TYPE ANSIAD.AD" to see it... 10.0
DEDICATE.DOC This month's dedication N/A
BBSGIF.INF InfoP on program that allows you to view GIFs N/A
while downloading.
CALENDAR.INF InfoP on neat TSR calendar program N/A
CHEMODEL.INF InfoP on program that simulates element bonding N/A
COPYMAST.INF InfoP on program that copys copy protected disks N/A
DUALLIST.INF InfoP on a programmer's helper N/A
EDC134.INF InfoP on an easy, straight forward DOS Shell N/A
FUNFONT.INF InfoP on program that creates a funny font N/A
HI07.INF InfoP on program that details a system's speed N/A
PCOPY787.INF InfoP on a replacement for DOS copy N/A
SNARFS.INF InfoP on a game that is fun to play N/A
ALARM410.RVW Review of a fantastic alarm/reminder program 8.9
BBSMETER.RVW Review of a program that clocks on-line time 7.0
BBZIPPII.RVW Review of a program that converts to ZIPs 8.0
CACHSTAT.RVW Review of a program that gives stats on IBM Cache 9.2
CDTO.RVW Review of a program that finds a file then goes 9.5
ahead and changes the directory
CLONIV.RVW Review of an unbelievable Space Invaders game 9.3
CLOWN.RVW Review of stupendous graphic demo 10.0
COLORIT2.RVW Review of a program that adds color to text files 4.5
DISKBUF.RVW Review of a program that optimizes your BUFFERS 8.5
DISPLY.RVW Review of a program that boxes your batch files 9.0
DRIVE.RVW Review of a program that graphically shows free 5.0
space on your hard drive
ENERGY12.RVW Review of a purely wasteful graphics demo 9.0
EZDOS.RVW Review of a unique DOS Shell 8.0
FASTFOOD.RVW Review of a FASTFOOD info demo 10.0
FC100.RVW Review of a File Commenter Programs 8.0
GRABSCRN.RVW Review of a unique cut and paste program 7.7
HTL.RVW Review of Hold The Line 4.9
LASRLST.RVW Review of program that allows more printing on 9.0
a laser printer
LIST64A.RVW Review of V. Buerg's great utility 9.9
MLSHUT12.RVW Review of a fantastic game 10.0
NEWCHK.RVW Review of a DSKCHK replacment 8.0
PAWS.RVW Review of a DOS pause command replacement 8.9
POET.RVW Review of a human-like poetry creator 8.0
QDISK.RVW Review of a TSR DOS Shell 3.75
SCANNER.RVW Review of a mini-mini SYSID 7.5
SS13.RVW Review of a Spelling Checker 7.5
SYSCHECK.RVW Review of a mini-SYSID 8.0
TIMEBOOT.RVW Review of a program that boots you computer 8.0
VGABOMB.RVW Review of the old game artillery to VGA 7.8
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AUTHORS
I am always looking for new ShareWare programs to review. If you have any
interest in having me review your program, just send a disk, 3.5 inch
preferred, to:
Patrick Grote
3440E Evergreen Lane
St. Louis, MO 63125
You will receive the latest reviews and the hottest ShareWare in return.
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USER GROUPS
Looking for a way to sell more library disks? Looking for some high quality
contributions for your newsletter? Great! Use my reviews.
You can either use my reviews straight from here, or contact me regarding
specific reviews. NO FEE!
All I ask is that I receive a copy of whatever you publish. Thanks.
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SYSOPS
If you are a Sysop of a verifiable BBS you can receive all the latest
reviews and programs reviewed by just contacting me. (Refer to "WHERE TO
CONTACT ME" section.)
Due to poor response from Sysops I am disheartened. (I sent out 12 disks,
no charge to the Sysops, and have received only 2 back!) If things don't
improve this will be the last month I continue this service.
All you have to do is send me back the disk(s) that I send you with some
ShareWare. What else could be easier? You get my latest review, and
reviewed programs in exchange for less than a buck (postage).
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USERS
If you are a user and would like to receive ALL the programs reviewed, and
latest reviews, send me enough disks to hold 2.0 meg and I will send them
back to you. NO CHARGE! What a deal....
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ANSI ADS
If you happen to be an ANSI Screen Artist, you can recieve the latest
reviews free just by doing an ANSI SCREEN AD for my reviews. The
information that must be listed on the screen includes: My Name, My
Address, My City/State/ZIP and my policy with regards to users.
Please contact me. (Refer to WHERE TO CONTACT ME)
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INFORMATION WHEN CONTACTING ME
Please include the following information when contacting me:
1) Where did you receive my reviews from?
2) Do you like my reviews?
3) What can I do to make them better?
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WHERE TO CONTACT ME
By USMAIL: 3440E Evergreen Lane
St. Louis, MO 63125
By INTERLINK NETWORK: On the ShareWare Conference
On the EGA/VGA Conference
On the Writer's Conference
By WWIV Network: 64@3450
By FIDO Network: I am looking for a FIDO home. If any Sysop wants to be the
*only* FIDO board to support the reviews, let me know.
RELAY NEWTORK: ShareWare Conference
GENIE: P.GROTE1
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BENEFITS OF INVESTING
1) All "investors" receive the latest ShareWare reviews and programs, as
well as, future versions provided they return the disks.
2) All "investors" receive public credit in the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT section.
3) All "investors" ensure that the reviews will continue for ONE month.
4) All "investors" receive the privilege of having any program they want
reviewed.
5) All "investors" are sent a BIG thank you card from me.
As you can see the benefits of "investing" not only help you, but countless
others.
Remember, money is preferred, but disks, mailers, supplies, or comments are
also considered "investing."
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Thanks again for downloading the latest batch of ShareWare reviews. Here are
some of the programs that will be reviewed next month:
XPASS ZIP 12797 7-15-89 12:15a
COLUMNIZ ZIP 38607 6-11-89 1:58a
BMASTER2 ZIP 78099 11-06-87 11:50a
GROCERS ZIP 23465 4-23-89 6:23p
KLONDK22 ZIP 101665 7-01-89 2:20a
ARGH! ZIP 10946 5-13-88 5:34p
DD14 ZIP 8117 1-05-87 12:08p
DOSLS ZIP 9839 8-14-89 8:01p
DREAM ZIP 15722 4-15-88 10:35p
DS ZIP 9481 3-02-88 8:21a
EE ZIP 23678 8-24-89 12:58p
DSPACE EXE 13209 5-05-87 1:27p
EZSPEL14 ZIP 49623 4-21-89 3:35p
FONTEDIT ZIP 21935 8-28-89 11:36a
LSU504 ZIP 55204 6-29-89 7:40p
MAXFND ZIP 19583 11-24-88 1:57p
MI-LOG21 ZIP 76981 2-12-89 8:02p
PC-202 ZIP 29859 8-15-89 12:01a
POPCORN ZIP 59991 3-17-89 8:43p
QUINTA ZIP 39306 2-17-89 11:10p
TS100 ZIP 54829 8-22-89 8:18a
TXT2COM2 ZIP 20599 8-22-89 7:38a
EGAROIDS ZIP 49324 8-26-89 9:54p
HEARTS ZIP 51416 8-27-89 6:54a
BASSMAP ZIP 79881 7-17-89 10:59a
READFILE ZIP 15725 9-07-89 9:50a
CNFMT104 ZIP 39827 9-09-89 12:20p
KEIRSEY ZIP 70640 7-19-89 10:07a
DYNABOOT ZIP 31843 4-17-89 1:02p
SMOOTH ZIP 1754 2-11-89 5:27p
WAKEUP ZIP 1762 7-03-87 2:12a
DSPACE12 ZIP 9288 5-05-87 1:55p
DRR ZIP 8478 9-11-89 10:50a
SD160 ZIP 60811 9-07-89
BATCMDRS ZIP 72994 10-08-89 3:00p
POPPER ZIP 44671 9-04-89 7:05p
God Bless....
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