WordExpress Read Me File

This file explains the Shareware concept, gives details on installing 
WordExpress, and provides information regarding technical support 
should you run into any problems.

Definition of Shareware

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 (which often also carries with it a registration 
fee, as is the case with WordExpress). 

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 Shareware version of 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.

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 system 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 like the product, you don't pay for it.


Installing WordExpress

Before you can use WordExpress you have to run the setup program from 
Windows so it will work properly on your computer.  Setup properly 
extracts the program files from the distribution set, and builds a 
working copy on your computer.

    1.  Start Windows.
    
    2.  If you are installing from a floppy disk, place the WordExpress 
        Setup Disk in the Floppy Drive.  Otherwise, note the name of the
        temporary directory where the setup files are located.

    3.  Select "File" from the Program Manager main menu, then select 
        "Run" from the File Menu.

    4.  If you are installing from a floppy disk, enter the command
        A:\SETUP or B:\SETUP, depending on which drive you are 
        installing from.  Otherwise, Enter the full path of the 
        temporary directory plus the word setup (e.g. C:\TMP\SETUP).

    5.  WordExpress uses the drive where it finds Windows and the 
        WPWIN as default location for WordExpress to reside.  If you
        wish to change this, simply type in the drive and directory
        to which you wish to install.

    6.  WordExpress then transfers all necessary files to the target
        location.  You will see the status displayed on the screen as
        the installation proceeds.

    7.  Once the files have all been transferred, you will be asked to
        which Program Manager group WordExpress should be added.  The
        default is "MicroVision Applications".  If you wish to change 
        this, select a different group from the drop down list, or type
        a new group into the edit box.

    8.  The setup is now complete, and you can simply double click on the 
        WordExpress icon in the Program Manager to start WordExpress.

    9.  Once you have started WordExpress, we encourage you to read the 
        README.WD1 file by selecting File/Open.  This file gives 
        important information helpful in getting you up and running in
        WordExpress.


Technical Support

Registered users of WordExpress receive a complete illustrated manually 
which explains WordExpress, and give tips on the best ways to make 
WordExpress work for you.  

In the Shareware version of WordExpress, you will find many of the answers
to your questions in our online help system.  Simply press F1 from 
anywhere in the program to access help.

If you should still need help, you can contact one of the following vendors
to give you assistance:

USA
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MicroVision Development, Inc.
P.O. Box 3010 
Carlsbad, CA  92009

Voice: (619) 438-0305
Fax:   (619) 438-7406
CompuServe: 75201,2104


England
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The Thompson Partnership
Lion Buildings,
Market Place,
UTTOXETER,
Staffs, England
ST14 8HZ

Voice: +44 (0) 1889 564601
Fax: +44 (0) 1889 563219

Internet: Sales@ttp.co.uk