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| This VENDINFO Product Information File contains both readable text |
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VENDINFO standard v1.04, produced by VendEdit v1.30, 3-Feb-1997
===== Product Information ==============================
Product: NewsMonger Internet News search agent utility
Version: 1.00
Version Date: 18-Nov-1996
Product Type: Software
Basic Distribution Policy (see License, below, for details):
Shareware, subject to distribution restrictions
Product Description: TechSmith Corporation's agent for Microsoft
Windows 95 and Windows NT provides for
complete monitoring of the Internet's largest
source of information, the USENET news
groups. NewsMonger provides for multiple
searches, article body keyword matches,
periodic search scheduling, duplicate removal
and e-mail notification as postings matching
your criteria are discovered.
Reason for version: Initial release
Category: Communications; Service-specific programs;
For Internet
Keywords: NEWSMONGER INTERNET NEWS USENET AGENT WINDOWS
95 NT MAPI NNTP SMTP HTTP
Required Packages: nmong100
This Package: NMONG100
Registration Fee: 39.95 (US Dollars)
Required Configuration
Processor Family: Intel 80x86 (minimum 80386)
Minimum OS: Windows 95
Standard RAM: 640K
Extended Memory: 1360K
Hard Drive Space: 1024K
Required:
Hard drive
Network
Orders:
Address: TechSmith Corporation
P.O. Box 4758
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758
Phone: 517-333-2100 x129
FAX: 517-333-1888
CompuServe: 75226,3136
Internet: NEWSMONGER@techsmith.com
Other E-mail: http://www.techsmith.com
Support:
Address: TechSmith Corporation
P.O. Box 4758
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758
Phone: 517-333-8389
FAX: 517-333-1888
CompuServe: 75226,3136
Internet: newsmonger@techsmith.com
Other E-mail: http://www.techsmith.com
===== Information for Users ("READ-ME") ================
NewsMonger 1.00 README.TXT 15 Nov 1996
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. WHAT IS NewsMonger?
1.1 Introducing NewsMonger
1.2 What does NewsMonger Do?
2. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
3. SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
3.1 Evaluation Package Contents
3.2 Installation Instructions
3.3 Uninstall Instructions
4. STARTING NewsMonger
5. GETTING HELP
5.1 Using On-line Help
5.2 NewsMonger Support
5.3 NewsMonger E-Mail Feedback Function
6. RELEASE HISTORY
7. KNOWN PROBLEMS OR LIMITATIONS
8. REGISTERING NewsMonger
8.1 Registration Instructions
8.2 Using CompuServe's SWREG Forum
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1. WHAT IS NewsMonger?
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1.1 Introducing NewsMonger
TechSmith CorporationÆs NewsMonger agent for Microsoft Windows 95 &
NT provides for complete monitoring of the InternetÆs largest
source of new information, the USENET news service. NewsMonger
provides for multiple searches, scheduling and e-mail notification
as postings matching your criteria are discovered.
While dozens of programs are available to search and catalog web
sites, TechSmithÆs NewsMonger is the first full-featured commercial
agent to focus on the InternetÆs USENET news service. NewsMonger
works with the AltaVista search engine to provide a complete audit
of the contents of all newsgroups. Of course, your search criteria
can limit matches to specified newsgroups or exclude postings to
inappropriate newsgroups. After creating and scheduling your
searches, you can continue with your other tasks -- NewsMonger will
notify you or the appropriate person when a message meeting your
criteria is discovered.
1.2 What does NewsMonger Do?
o Constructs and refines the search query, or allows you to
directly create the query.
o Supports dozens of queries and thousands of matching postings.
o Searches USENET newsgroups for each of your active queries, using
DigitalÆs AltaVista engine, on demand, or as scheduled by you.
o Removes duplicate postings and identifies new submissions.
o Sends immediate notification via e-mail when new postings
matching your criteria are discovered.
o Provides direct viewing of the selected messages. You can also
view them with your web browser or e-mail client.
o Compose and send e-mail or post newsgroup replies directly from
NewsMonger. Or use your web browser or e-mail client to reply.
o Automatically reschedules queries that could not be executed
because of an interruption in service or non-permanent
(dial-up) connection.
o Works with network firewall proxies and supports HTTP 1.1 proxy
atuhentication.
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2. NewsMonger SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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In order to run NewsMonger, you must have the following:
o A PC compatible system that meets the minimum hardware
requirements of Microsoft Windows NT or Windows 95
o Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows NT 3.51
o A permanent or dial-up connection to the Internet
o A mouse or other pointing device
o For printed output, a Windows-supported printer
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3. SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
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3.1 Evaluation Package Contents
Included in the NewsMonger archive file are the following files:
readme.txt This file.
setup.exe NewsMonger installation program.
file_id.diz Describes the contents of the archive file
vendinfo.diz Product information for distributors.
3.2 Installation Instructions
The NewsMonger installation program SETUP.EXE is a Microsoft Windows
application. You must have Windows NT or Windows 95 installed
prior to installing NewsMonger. To install NewsMonger, perform the
following steps:
1. Start Windows, if you haven't already done so.
2. Insert the NewsMonger diskette into a floppy drive.
For Windows 95 users:
3. From the Start menu, select Run
For Windows NT users:
3. From the Program Manager menu bar, choose File, and select Run
from the drop down menu.
For all users:
4. In the dialog box, enter:
a:\setup
(If you are installing NewsMonger from a diskette drive other
than the A drive, you will need to change the drive letter in the
command line above.)
5. Click on the OK button.
6. Follow the instructions given on the installation screens.
3.3 Uninstall Instructions
If after installing NewsMonger, you find it necessary to
remove the software from your computer, perform the following steps:
Uninstall instructions for Windows 95
1. Run the Windows 95 Control Panel
2. Open the Add/Remove Programs applet from Control Panel.
3. Select NewsMonger from the list of applications that can
uninstalled by Windows.
4. Click on the Add/Remove button to uninstall NewsMonger.
Uninstall instructions for Windows NT
1. Open the NewsMonger program group from Program Manager.
2. Double-click on the Uninstall NewsMonger Icon
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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4. STARTING NewsMonger
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Normally, NewsMonger should be run in the background to make use of
its search scheduling capabilities. This is easily accomplished by
selecting the option to "Start NewsMonger when Windows starts" at
the end of NewsMonger installation. This will add NewsMonger to the
Windows Startup group, causing it ot be executed when Windows is
started. This option is of most value if you have a permanent
Internet connection.
To manually start NewsMonger:
In Windows 95 or NT 4.0, select the Start Menu and navigate to
Programs->NewsMonger. Highlight the NewsMonger item and release
the mouse button.
In Windows NT 3.51, double-click on the NewsMonger icon in the
group you selected to put NewsMonger in during installation.
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5. GETTING HELP
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5.1 Using NewsMonger's On-line Help
NewsMonger's on-line Help system is compatible with the Windows
Help subsystems. The NewsMonger Help file contains all of the
information you'll need to use NewsMonger.
To access NewsMonger Help, select Help from the NewsMonger menu bar,
then Help Index from the drop-down menu.
When you register NewsMonger, you will receive a software key that
will disable the evaluation time-limit and remove all registration
reminder screens.
5.2 NewsMonger Support
TechSmith is committed to providing a reliable, high-quality product
that is easy to use. If you have any problem installing or
using NewsMonger, we want to know about it.
You can contact TechSmith by mail, phone, or fax. TechSmith also
provides electronic support through CompuServe, the World Wide Web
and e-mail.
TechSmith Corporation
PO Box 4758
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758 USA
E-Mail : newsmonger@techsmith.com
WWW : http://www.techsmith.com/
FAX : 517-333-1888
Voice : 517-333-8389 ( 8-5 Eastern Time )
In any communication with TechSmith regarding a problem with
NewsMonger, please clearly state the following:
o The product name and version number.
o Your name, address, e-mail address and telephone number.
o Your hardware and software configuration.
o A description of the problem, and what you were trying to do when
the problem occurred.
5.3 NewsMonger E-Mail Feedback Function
NewsMonger offers an easy, automated way to communicate problems,
comments and suggestions back to TechSmith. The FeedBack node in
tree view allows you to include NewsMonger system and search
configuration information in an e-mail to TechSmith to assist in
any technical support issues. Inclusion of this information is
optional, but will greatly assist in diagnosing any problem.
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6. RELEASE HISTORY
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v1.00 96/11/18 Initial release for Windows NT and Windows 95.
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7. KNOWN PROBLEMS OR LIMITATIONS
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8. REGISTERING NewsMonger
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This program and its associated files are part of an evaluation
package copyrighted by TechSmith Corporation. NewsMonger is not in
the public domain. This program must be registered if it is used
beyond the 45 day evaluation period.
Single-User NewsMonger
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The single-user license price is $39.95 (USD).
When you register NewsMonger, you have the option of requesting a
registered version of the software on diskette or of requesting a
software key to register the version you have. The software key
immediately removes all registration reminder screens and evaluation
expiration dates.
Multi-User NewsMonger
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The 10-user license price is $200.00 (USD).
Registration entitles the licensed organization to install 10 copies
of NewsMonger. A single diskette is shipped along with the
multi-user license.
8.1 Registration Instructions
1. Select the NewsMonger program's Help menu.
2. Select How to Register from the menu.
3. Click on the Registration Form button. Enter your registration
information in the fields provided.
NOTE: You must specify a name or company name when you register.
Your software key will be personalized for that name
ONLY. Your key will NOT work if you change this name
after you have sent in your registration.
4. When you are finished, select OK. This will create a text file
called REGISTER.TXT in the NewsMonger default directory. This is
your registration and order form. It includes a price sheet and
your Product ID number.
5. Windows Notepad will now open REGISTER.TXT automatically,
allowing you to edit and or print the registration form. While
you are editing, please complete any blank items, including
quantities, totals, and payment information. DO NOT EDIT THE
PRODUCT ID NUMBER.
NOTE: shipping charges are only applicable to diskette orders.
6. Return the registration form, with payment, to TechSmith
Corporation by any of the methods described on the form. Upon
receipt of your order, TechSmith will generate your diskette or
software key. It will then be sent to you by the method of
your choice, either e-mail, fax, postal delivery or other.
If you have elected to receive a software key, use the following
steps to complete the registration process.
7. Select the Help menu.
8. Select Enter Software Key from the menu.
9. Enter your registration key, exactly as it is shown, in the
field provided.
10. Press OK.
Your software is now registered! All the registration reminder
screens and software expiration dates will be removed. If you have
any additional questions or comments, contact TechSmith by e-mail at
NewsMonger@techsmith.com.
8.2 CompuServe SWREG Forum
You may also register NewsMonger using the Shareware
Registration Forum on CompuServe (GO SWREG).
SWREG Single-User #xxxx
SWREG Multi-User #xxxx
( Please check with TechSmith for SWREG activation date and codes)
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TechSmith is a member of the Association of Shareware Professionals
(ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle works
for you. If you are unable to resolve a shareware-related problem
with an ASP member by contacting the member directly, ASP may be
able to help. The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve a dispute or
problem with an ASP member, but does not provide technical support
for members' products. If you have a concern with any shareware
product which you not been able to resolve with an ASP member,
please write to this address: ASP Ombudsman 545 Grover Road
Muskegon, MI 49442-9427 USA
TechSmith Corporation
PO Box 4758
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758 USA
517-333-2100 x129 (tel)
517-333-1888 (fax)
WWW URL: http://www.techsmith.com/
Thanks for your interest in NewsMonger.
TechSmith Corporation
===== Packing List =====================================
As released by the author or publisher, this package contained the
following files in addition to this VENDINFO.DIZ:
Filename Size Date Time CRC32
NMONGER.EXE 622592 29-Jan-1997 01:03a 1324B5E7
SETUP.EXE 1366452 29-Jan-1997 01:03a 068C5D1F
NMONG100.PRD 24807 24-Jan-1997 01:02a 8CBC452A
===== Warranty =========================================
NewsMonger Warranty Disclaimer
TechSmith Corporation makes no warranty or representation, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the performance, merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose of the NewsMonger package.
===== License for Use and Distribution =================
NewsMonger Vendor Notes 18 Nov 1996
This program and its associated files are part of an evaluation
package that is copyrighted by TechSmith Corporation and is not in the
public domain. If this program is used longer than a 45-day evaluation
period, it must be registered. The files that comprise the NewsMonger
evaluation package, or the SnagIt archived file (NMONG100.ZIP), may be
freely distributed or listed by software vendors as long as files in the
package are kept together and are not modified.
Disk Vendors, Shareware Distributors and BBSs may charge a nominal fee
for distribution of the SnagIt Twin Pack. However, the recipient of
the software must be informed, in advance, that payment of the
distribution fee does not replace, reduce or eliminate the NewsMonger
Licensing requirement which applies to use after the evaluation
period.
The NewsMonger license fee is $39.95. To obtain an individual
or multi-user license, follow the instructions found in the README.TXT
file.
With the software license, your customers will receive the following:
o A software key that disables the evaluation time-limit and removes
all registration reminder screens.
o Notification of NewsMonger version upgrades.
o E-mail support for NewsMonger questions.
TechSmith Corporation actively supports it products by providing
technical assistance and software upgrades.
For more information, please contact:
TechSmith Corporation
P.O. Box 4758 WWW : http://www.techsmith.com
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758 USA Sales : newsmonger@techsmith.com
517-333-2100 x129 (tel)
517-333-1888 (fax)
Thanks for your interest in NewsMonger.
TechSmith Corporation
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