The CD-ROM included with your copy of The Online Gaming Starter Kit contains valuable connectivity software and games. Some of these games require registration with an online gaming service before they can be played.
To view the CD-ROM
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Macintosh - Double click on the LAUNCHME icon after opening the CD on your desktop.
Windows 95 - Double click on the LAUNCHME.EXE file from your Windows Explorer.
You'll see a menu screen offering several choices. See "Navigating the CD-ROM" below for your options.
Navigating the CD-ROM
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Your choices for navigating the CD-ROM appear on the opening screen. You can install the software, view the hot picks, learn more about Ventana, or quit the viewer.
If the viewer does not run properly on your machine, follow the following instructions for optimum performance:
For optimum WINDOWS performance:
1. Copy the LAUNCHME.EXE and LAUNCHME.INI files to the same directory on your hard drive.
2. Open the LAUNCHME.INI file in a text editor such as Notepad.
3. Find the section in the .INI file that reads:
[Memory]
;ExtraMemory=400
; Amount of kBytes over and above physical memory for use by a projector.
4. If your computer has enough memory to do so, delete the semicolon from the ExtraMemory line, and change the ExtraMemory setting to a higher number.
5. Save the changes to the LAUNCHME.INI file, and close the text editor.
6. With the CD-ROM still inserted, launch the viewer from the hard drive.
If the viewer still does not run properly on your machine, you can access the material on the CD-ROM directly through Windows Explorer (Windows 95).
For optimum MACINTOSH performance:
1. Copy the Launch Me file to your hard drive.
2. Click once on the Launch Me file.
3. Select Get Info from the File menu.
4. If your computer has enough memory to do so, change the amount in the Preferred size field to a higher number.
5. Close the info box.
6. With the CD-ROM still inserted, launch the viewer from the hard drive.
If the viewer still does not run properly on your machine, you can access the files on the CD-ROM directly by double-clicking on its icon on the desktop. Software on the CD-ROM
Windows 95 Compatible Software
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This section is divided into two parts, online gaming services and games.
[Online Gaming Services]
The Arena
The Arena offers the largest and broadest range of multiplayer games and entertainment of any internet-based game service. The Arena allows you to play the hottest games on the Net against people from around the world. This CD includes approximately twenty Arena games, all grouped together in the Arena folder. For more information on The Arena, visit http://www.earthlink.net/thearena.
Earthlink Total Access
TotalAccess provides a top-quality, easy-to-use Internet connection. It includes an Internet Dialer, Netscape Navigator 3, and software for registering an Internet account with Earthlink Network. For more information about using the software, consult the readme that is in the EarthLink directory, or see Chapter 1 of the Official Internet Starter Kit book. For Earthlink technical support, call 800-395-8410.
Engage games online
A collection of online games including Descent, Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, Castles II: Siege & Conquest, Virtual Pool and Improv Comedy Trivia. For more info about Engage games online, go to http://www.gamesonline.com on the World Wide Web.
HEAT.NET
HEAT.NET, operated by SegaSoft, is the Web's premier source for multiplayer online gaming and multiplayer online games, including exclusive multiplayer games that can not be played anywhere else, and prizes and awards for frequent players. Visit the website at http://www.heat.net for more information.
Kali 95
Kali is the world's largest Internet gaming network, enabling over 140,000 players on more than 600 servers in 56 countries to play the most popular multiplayer games on the Internet. Visit the website at http://www.kali.net for more information.
Mplayer
Mplayer is the #1 multiplayer game service on the Internet. Mplayer currently supports over 20 games, including: Quake, Blood, Diablo, Red Alert, and Scrabble. Most of the gameplay on Mplayer is free. More than just great games, Mplayer is an active community of over 100,000 game enthusiasts from all over the country. Gamers can communicate on the service using text chat, voice chat, ScribbleTalk (a shared whiteboard), and a pager. There are always new and exciting tournaments and events happening on the service. To learn more about this and other products from Mpath, visit http://www.mplayer.com.
Showcase MPG-NET
Showcase MPG-NET is an online games network consisting of system access software and nine games: The Kingdom of Drakkar, Empire Builder, Operation Market Garden, Minion Hunter, Backgammon, Junta, Wari, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Imperium. For more information about individual games, visit the Showcase MPG-Net Web site at http://www.mpgn.com.
TEN
Home of the exclusive rights to many of the hottest gaming titles, the Total Entertainment Network is a premier entertainment network for game playing consumers on the Internet. TEN currently offers rankings, game profiles, tournaments, hints, tips, contests and chat. For more information, visit TEN's website at http://www.ten.net.
[Games]
Constructor
Constructor combines the best of the simulation genre with detailed character interaction, dark humor, and strategic competition. Check out http://www.aklm.com/constructor/construct.html for more information.
Diablo
Diablo invites you to enter a world of dark gothic fantasy. Play as a brave Warrior, cunning Rogue, or mysterious Sorcerer. As you venture deeper into the labyrinth, you'll discover weapons, armor, and magical treasures, and develop your character's skills and abilities. You might also want to bring a friend or two to help.
Imperialism Demo
The world is your oyster! Imperialism is a multifaceted resource management strategy game set in a fictional 19th century, Earth-like world. In order to achieve victory, you must develop your country's infrastructure by clever manipulation of economic, diplomatic, and military resources to maneuver your country to a position of dominance in the Council of Ministers. Unite the world under your leadership! Random map generators allow unlimited replayability. Check out http://www.ssionline.com.
Panzer General II Demo
Panzer General II is an entire generation beyond anything yet seen in strategy games. Battles rage through World War II's Eastern and Western Fronts, North Africa, even the continental United States. Features include: over 30 beautifully rendered battlefields, detailed 3D-rendered combat units, multiplayer support, and much more. Check out http://www.ssionline.com. Note: You may experience difficulties running Panzer General II because of insufficient RAM or video memory. Please contact Strategic Simulations for specific requirements.
Rolemaster:
Four games by Rolemaster including Bladelands, Magestorm, Darkness, and Splatterball. For more info check out http://www.gamesonline.com/files/.
Warbirds
From iMagic Online, a real time Internet Flight simulation of World War II fighter aircraft. With Warbirds, you can play over the Internet with players from all over the world. Watch for Fighter Ops, an easier version of Warbirds, this fall! For more information, visit http://www.icigames.com or http://www.imagicgames.com.
Mac Compatible Software
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This section is divided into three parts: online gaming services, games, and links to websites that provide more information about Macintosh-based online gaming.
[Online Gaming Services ]
The Arena
The Arena offers the largest and broadest range of multiplayer games and entertainment of any internet-based game service. The Arena allows you to play the hottest games on the Net against people from around the world. This CD includes approximately twenty Arena games, all grouped together in the Arena folder. For more information on The Arena, visit http://www.earthlink.net/thearena.
Earthlink Total Access
TotalAccess provides a top-quality, easy-to-use Internet connection. It includes an Internet Dialer, Netscape Navigator 3, and software for registering an Internet account with Earthlink Network. For more information about using the software, consult the vreadme that is in the EarthLink directory, or see Chapter 1 of the Official Internet Starter Kit book. For Earthlink technical support, call 800-395-8410.Games
Imperialism Demo
The world is your oyster! Imperialism is a multifaceted resource management strategy gameset in a fictional 19th century, Earth-like world. In order to achieve victory, you must develop your country's infrastructure by clever manipulation of economic, diplomatic, and military resources to maneuver your country to a position of dominance in the Council of Ministers. Unite the world under your leadership! Random map generators allow unlimited replayability. Check out http://www.ssionline.com.
Warbirds
From iMagic Online, a real time Internet Flight simulation of World War II fighter aircraft. With Warbirds, you can play over the Internet with players from all over the world. Watch for Fighter Ops, an easier version of Warbirds, this fall! For more information, visit http://www.icigames.com or http://www.imagicgames.com.
Technical support is available for installation-related problems only. The technical support office is open from 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Monday through Friday and can be reached via the following methods:
The authors and publisher of this book have used their best efforts in preparing the CD-ROM and the programs contained in it. These efforts include the development, research, and testing of the theories and programs to determine their effectiveness. The authors and publisher make no warranty of any kind expressed or implied, with regard to these programs or the documentation contained in this book.
The authors and publisher shall not be liable in the event of incidental or consequential damages in connection with, or arising out of, the furnishing, performance, or use of the programs, associated instructions, and/or claims of productivity gains.
Some of the software on this CD-ROM is shareware; there may be additional charges (owed to the software authors/makers) incurred for their registration and continued use. See individual program's README or VREADME.TXT files for more information.
