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║ SeedMaster Registration Information ║
║ Copyright (C) '88, '89, '90 White Harvest Software, Inc. ║
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WELCOME TO SEEDMASTER!
As this demo version shows, your personal computer can now be a
powerful Bible study tool. SeedMaster combines the entire Bible,
an exhaustive word list, advanced concordance searches, personal
commentary entry, and a sermon/lesson notepad. All in a easy to
learn, easy to use, windowed program with context sensitive help
every step of the way!
This scrolling file contains the following sections:
* Value of Registering SeedMaster
* Registration Process
* What if I can't afford $30?
* Can I get a new, unregistered copy of SeedMaster directly from WHS?
* What about enhanced versions of SeedMaster?
* What about other Bible versions?
* Availability on the Macintosh
* What if I have comments or questions about SeedMaster?
* Why distribute SeedMaster this way?
* Technical Recognition
* Trademark Notices
VALUE OF REGISTERING SEEDMASTER
Locating a non-indexed KJV Bible text for $30, moreover a complete,
powerful Bible concordance package, notepad and commentary functions
with context sensitive help and full documentation is DIFFICULT. We
believe most people will appreciate our efforts in creating SeedMaster
and will honor our request to register this unique package.
SeedMaster is being distributed in a unique way. We have created
SeedMaster for broad distribution and, under certain conditions, permit
you to copy and distribute the KJV version to others. PLEASE READ THE
CONDITIONS OUTLINED IN THE DISTRIB.DOC FILE BEFORE YOU GIVE ANYONE ELSE
A COPY. Although we ask you to send in a registration form and
"registration fee" (if you find the software useful), you are under no
obligation to do so. If you choose to register your copy, you will
receive:
* The latest version of SeedMaster.
* A complete documentation manual (82 pages including index).
* Our heartfelt thanks.
You will also be notified of the availability of:
* Program Updates
* Enhanced Versions
* Additional Bible Versions
REGISTRATION PROCESS
The registration fee is $30. After you finish viewing this file you can
print a registration form from the Help menu. (Make sure your printer
is on, etc.) Checks, VISA and MasterCard are accepted. Send it to:
White Harvest Software, Inc.
PO Box 97153
Raleigh, NC 27624-7153
If you prefer, you can register or order SeedMaster via our BBS system.
At the time this demo was being completed, the BBS is not quite
operational, but should be soon! The BBS number is (919) 846-2141.
It will support up to 2400 Baud (optional MNP/5 error correction)
and is set for 8 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit, Parity None (2400-N-8-1).
If you call and there is no answer or the line is busy, simply write
us. The BBS will provide techinical support, messaging, and downloads
of SeedMaster programs and updates.
Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. Allow extra time if payment is by check.
WHAT IF I CAN'T AFFORD $30?
Fine. Please use SeedMaster anyway - and pass it on to a few
hundred of your very closest friends.
CAN I GET A NEW, UNREGISTERED COPY OF SEEDMASTER DIRECTLY FROM YOU?
Yes. There is a small charge for the diskettes and shipping costs
(see the registration form). If you are an unregistered user, you
can elect to pay the registration fee upon requesting a new copy.
WHAT ABOUT ENHANCED VERSIONS OF SEEDMASTER?
As we improve the product, registered SeedMaster users will be informed
of new releases. We've have quite a list of potential enhancements!
WHAT ABOUT OTHER BIBLE VERSIONS?
Theoretically, SeedMaster is compatible with any Bible version (includ-
ing transliterated Hebrew and Greek). We want to make as many available
as possible. As of October, 1989, SeedMaster is available in the KJV
and NIV texts.
Since most Bible texts are copyrighted (and require royalty payments on
our part), they cannot be freely distributed and must be purchased
directly from us. We will make every effort to keep the cost as low as
possible. See the registration form for versions and prices. Or
write us for availability of specific versions you don't see there.
AVAILABILITY ON THE MACINTOSH
We are now looking into it seriously. While you may find some programs
that run on both IBM and Apple, we suspect that they may not work very
well on either. When we develop a "Mac" version, it will be designed
for the complete Mac environment, not as a "retro-fit" of an IBM
oriented product. That will take time.
WHAT IF I HAVE COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS ABOUT SEEDMASTER?
Write us. We would deeply appreciate your critiques. Be gentle, but
direct. Please include your user registration number and phone number.
WHY DISTRIBUTE SEEDMASTER THIS WAY?
There are several answers to this question:
* It simply distributes God's word. After all, byte for byte, we are
not the authors of the majority of this package, God is!
* We would sincerely like to have as many people benefit from the
SeedMaster product as possible.
* One of the few freely distributed Bible study software programs is
produced by a non-Christian group - supplemented with their own
propaganda. We feel the Bible can say what it says, without any
"help". The existence of a "Christian" Shareware alternative is
also needed to demonstrate that a profit motive is not the only
reason Christians would develop Bible study software.
* Most Bible study software is simply too expensive. While the
advertising literature for some packages seems to imply that the Bible
or the Lord Himself endorses their product, their prices are equiva-
lent to several months worth of groceries for the young seminary
student with a family.
There are two valid reasons to support a high price for software,
marketing costs and user support.
SeedMaster's Shareware distribution process eliminates the lion's
share of marketing costs.
The level of user support (and hence, its cost) should not be a
forced option included in the price of the software. We have
attempted to create a software and documentation package that is
largely self-supporting. Admittedly, the church is probably not
the most technologically adept segment of society. As a result,
some users may require more "hand-holding" as they enter the world
of computers. However, today there are few pastors, laymen or
seminary students who do not have access to someone knowledgeable
enough about computers to assist them with their questions. Many
of these users probably would prefer assistance from a live body
rather than a phone line, especially if it could save them several
hundred dollars. One of our goals is to offer this opportunity to
our users.
TECHNICAL RECOGNITION
This software was developed using the Microsoft C Optimizing Compiler.
The "C" language is great, structured enough to be manageable, but
"loose" enough to allow you to be productive. The Microsoft C compiler
also comes with the Codeview debugger, an extremely valuable asset.
It cut development and debugging time by an exponential factor. While
we would like some additional features, overall it was invaluable.
The screen/window handling functions are Vermont Creative Software's
"Vermont Views". The value of this development tool is the degree of
control they provide the developer. Almost anything can be accom-
plished with enough thought, and there is a rich set of options
available for almost any function.
It is a testimony to both Microsoft and VCS that we were able to
develop this entire program with calling or writing for technical
assistance only once. This speaks well for both the quality of their
tools and documentation.
TRADEMARK NOTICES
WordPerfect is a trademark of WordPerfect Corp.
Microsoft is a trademark of Microsoft Corp.
Vermont Views are trademarks of Vermont Creative Software.
Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Corp.
IBM is a trademark of IBM Corp.