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THIS PROGRAM IS DISTRIBUTED AS SHAREWARE.
ABOUT SHAREWARE
(The following is courtesy of Paul Mayer, although we have
added some comments; we don't claim copyright to Mr. Mayer's
writings)
Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software
before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue
using it, you are expected to register.
Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software,
and the copyright holder retains all rights, with a few specific
exceptions as stated below. Shareware authors are accomplished
programmers, just like commercial authors, and the programs are
of comparable quality. (In both cases, there are good programs
and bad ones!) The main difference is in the method of
distribution. The author specifically grants the right to copy
and distribute the software, either to all and sundry or to a
specific group. For example, some authors require written
permission before a commercial disk vendor may copy their
Shareware.
[Our policy allows persons or user groups to freely distribute
the shareware, evaluation version, of the program. Commercial
disk vendors must contact us first. More information on our
policy is contained in the file VENDBBS.TXT.]
Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. You
should find software that suits your needs and pocketbook,
whether it's commercial or Shareware. The Shareware systems makes
fitting your needs easier, because you can try before you buy
And because the overhead is low, prices are low also. Shareware
has the ultimate money-back guarantee-- if you don't use the
product, you don't pay for it.
If you are not a registered user of this program, you may use
this version of the program for a reasonable time not to exceed
30 days. If at the end of a reasonable trial you continue to use
the program, and continue to use it, you must register.
The programmers who developed this program distribute computer
software both via traditional "shrink wrap" software distribution
and shareware. Shareware is a way to market software and does not
reflect on the quality of the software or the programmers.