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B4UGO2: A Shareware Program <ASP>
B4UGO2 (V2.0)
GO-MOKU
(C) 1993, P. K. Winter, Toronto, Ont.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
[1] OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2
[2] SHAREWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
[3] DISCLAIMER AND AGREEMENT . . . . . . . . 4
[4] REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
[5] FILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
[6] PLAYING B4UGO2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
[7] TO PROGRAMMERS ... . . . . . . . . . . . 9
[8] REGISTRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
B4UGO2 (V2.0)
[1] OVERVIEW
B4UGO2 is a Turbo Pascal (text mode) variation of GO-MOKU.
GO-MOKU is a traditional oriental game played by two players
on a 19 x 19 board. In this version you play against the
computer. The objective is to place five consecutive O-s (red
markers) on the board before the computer completes a string
of five of its blue, + shaped markers. The markers may be
lined up horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. When you
win, your score will depend on how much time it took you to
create a string of five markers.
B4UGO2 plays a reasonably strong game. If you have found a
winning strategy, you may still challenge yourself to achieve
higher scores by reducing the time it takes you to win. Once
you have reached what you think is the maximum score possible,
try to play the machine to a draw. That is, try to fill up the
361 positions on the board so that you don't complete a string
of fives, but also don't let the computer complete a string of
fives. This is a much harder game; don't be surprised if the
games take more than ten minutes. Good luck, enjoy the games
and don't forget to blink.
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B4UGO2 (V2.0)
[2] 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. Individual programs
differ on details -- some request registration while others
require it, some specify a maximum trial period. With
registration, you get anything from the simple right to
continue using the software to an updated program with printed
manual.
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 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 use the product, you don't pay for it.
"This program is produced by 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 Ombudsmen can help you resolve a dispute or problem with
the an ASP member, but does not provide technical support for
members' products. Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545
Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442 or send a CompuServe message
via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536."
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(C) 1993, P.K. Winter, Toronto, Ont. 3
B4UGO2 (V2.0)
[3] DISCLAIMER AND AGREEMENT
The B4UGO2 program and associated documentation, on hardcopy
and on magnetic media, is copyrighted and the author,
P.K. Winter, reserves all rights. The B4UGO2 software and
associated documentation are provided without warranty of any
kind, either expressed or implied. The author specifically
disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness
of the software and documentation for any particular purpose.
In no event will the author be liable for any damages,
including any lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental
or consequential damages arising out of the use or the
inability to use this software. The author reserves the right
to make any changes in the software and in this documentation
at any time without obligation to notify anyone of such
changes.
B4UGO2 is a "shareware program" and is provided at no charge
to the user for evaluation. Feel free to share it with
friends, but please do not give it away altered or as part of
another system. The essence of "user-supported" software is
to provide personal computer users with quality software
without high prices, and yet to provide incentive for
programmers to continue to develop new products. If you find
this program useful, entertaining, or educational and continue
to use B4UGO2 after a reasonable trial period, please submit a
registration fee of $3.00 to the author.
Commercial or institutional users of B4UGO2 must register and
pay for their copies of B4UGO2 within 30 days of first use.
The Site-License fee for educational institutions is $10.00.
The Site-License for corporations is $20.00.
Anyone distributing B4UGO2 for any kind of remuneration must
first contact the author at the address below for
authorization. This authorization will be automatically
granted to distributors recognized by the Association of
Shareware Professionals (ASP) as adhering to its guidelines
for shareware distributors, and such distributors may begin
offering B4UGO2 immediately, however the author must be
advised so that the distributor can be kept up-to-date with
the latest version of B4UGO2.
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(C) 1993, P.K. Winter, Toronto, Ont. 4
B4UGO2 (V2.0)
You are encouraged to pass a copy of B4UGO2 to your friends
for evaluation. Please encourage them to register their copy.