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- ** MEMORY MATH v 1.5 Copyright 1996 Gary Bacon
-
- Memory Math v 1.5 is designed to help children in the
- primary grades memorize the 0-9 math tables. Many of
- the math problems in any given quiz will be easier
- than the level chosen. The problems are selected at
- random up to the specified level. The idea is that
- it be a positive experience, (answering more questions
- correctly than incorrectly); and that it is fun. If
- it is enjoyable, they will do it, and if they do it
- often, they will learn the math tables.
-
-
- ** System Requirements:
- An IBM compatible PC or better
- MSDOS 3.x or higher ( will run in WINDOWS 3.1 )
- Color Monitor, CGA or better
-
-
- ** Printing:
- You will notice, that when you print out division problems
- that the regular division ( ÷ ) symbol is replaced by the
- slash ( / ) symbol, this is because many printers do not
- correctly print ascii characters such as ( ÷ ). So the
- ( / ) is used instead.
-
-
- ** Running Memory Math from a floppy:
- Memory Math will run from a floppy. BUT Memory Math MUST be
- able to write (save) to files it creates on the disk, so the
- write protection on the disk MUST be turned OFF.
- To run the program, change to the prompt that reflects the
- floppy drive you are using, and type: MEM-MATH
-
-
- ** Hard Drive Installation:
- Unzip MEMATH15.ZIP to a temperary directory, run the INSTALL
- program from the DOS prompt to install Memory Math to your
- hard drive. The install program needs to be told the path to
- install Memory Math to. The proper way to do this is as
- follows, at the DOS prompt type: INSTALL C:\SPS-MM
-
- This would create a directory called SPS-MM on the "C" drive
- and copy all Memory Math files to it. SPS-MM is the directory
- of choice but you can install Memory Math to any drive you
- wish.
- To install to the "D" drive what you would type, would look
- like this: INSTALL D:\SPS-MM
-
- To run the program from your hard drive, change to the
- SPS-MM directory, and type: MEM-MATH
-
-
- ** Running Memory Math in WINDOWS 3.1:
- Memory Math is well behaved in WINDOWS 3.1 (thats how we use
- it at our house). Original icons (DUSTY.ICO & MEM-MATH.ICO)
- are included for for your use, as well as .BMPs (DUSTY.BMP &
- MEM-MATH.BMP) which can be used as a wallpaper.
- To use the .BMPs: Copy MEM-MATH.BMP to the WINDOWS directory,
- go to the Program Manager's Control Panel and choose desktop,
- MEM-MATH.BMP and DUSTY.BMP will be listed under wallpapers,
- select it and choose tile; I hope you like bright colors.
- To setup an icon in WINDOWS 3.1 I will need to refer you to
- the WINDOWS Manual, it is not difficult to do, but following
- the Manual would be best.
-
-
- ** To UnInstall Memory Math:
- Can't imagine why anyone would want to do it.
- But should the need arise, just:
- 1.delete the icon in Program Manager (if installed)
- 2.delete the contents of the SPS-MM directory
- and the directory its self
- 3.it's gone, but wouldn't you miss it?
-
-
- ** Shareware:
- Memory Math is shareware, that means, trying it out before you
- buy it, sharing it with a friend, and if after a reasonable
- amount of time (3-4 weeks), you decide to keep it, paying the
- author. When passing on Memory Math be sure to give the complete
- MEMATH15.ZIP file. This program is shareware, it is not crippled.
- However, those registering Memory Math will recieve more.
- Like:
-
- The most current version of Memory Math (probably
- more sounds, praise comments & animation)
- The registration reminders are removed (of course)
- The program on a floppy (format of you choice)
- Printed documentation
- The Information screen will show your name as the
- registered user.
- Notification of updates
-
- In the informational part of the program the price for Memory Math
- is said to be $10. But, I would like your input, so, if you will
- include a short paragraph telling what you like about Memory Math,
- or how it can be improved, you will be able to register it for $5.
- I can't promise to do everything that might be suggested, but with
- your input Memory Math will hopefully be a more useful tool.
-
- Just print out this file, fill out the registration information
- questions at the end and mail it to me at:
-
- Gary Bacon
- 5654 Northcreek Rd
- Beulah, Co 81023
-
- (Be sure to include your paragraph!)
-
- Cash, check or M.O. only please, I can't do charges.
- Any suggestions, comments or thoughts would be very much
- appreciated. PARTICULARLY if you decide not to register
- Memory Math; because we aim to please. E-mail me at:
-
- gwbacon@aol.com
-
-
- ** Revision History:
- 1.0 Initial release. Math problems, printing, clean out my file
- (remove missed problems from user file)
- Color
-
- 1.5 Second release. Improved interface, added "Dusty", added
- ability to print a page of problems, added
- the ability to change the user file without
- having to exit the program, renamed (clean
- out my file) Empty Your File, more control
- of input, printed material is better
- formated, added a variety of congratulatory
- remarks, and the official testers (my kids)
- say it's alot more fun.
-
- 1.2 Monochrome Same as v1.5 but, monochrome,(& Herc)
-
-
- ** Disclaimer:
- Although much effort was put into insuring the soundness of this
- software, because of the various hardware and software enviroments
- into which this program may be put, the user must assume the
- responsibility for all use of this program. The author hereby
- disclaims all warranties relating to this software.
-
-
- ** Registration Information:
- Name:
- Address:
- City, State & Zip:
- E-mail?:
- Your computers CPU is a?:
- Mhz:
- DOS version you use:
- Do you run Windows 3.1?:
- Type of color monitor?:
- Floppy size: