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- PC-File, Version 7.0 - DESCRIBE.DOC -
D E S C R I P T I O N A N D
A U T H O R I N F O R M A T I O N
Last updated: January, 1993
This file includes sample descriptions which you may use to describe
the PC-File package.
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Program Information:
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File Name for BBSs
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We have sent 3 360k floppies so that you can create 3 separate files
for downloading or, if you wish, you can create 1 large zipped file.
For consistency and to help users locate the files, we suggest you use
the following file names:
PCF70A.ZIP PC-File Version 7.0, Disk One
PCF70B.ZIP PC-File Version 7.0, Disk Two
PCF70C.ZIP PC-File Version 7.0, Disk Three
If you wish to use 1 large file, please use
PCF70.ZIP PC-File Version 7.0
If the program is compressed using some other file compression
method, then please use the name "PCF70" with the appropriate
extension (PAK, ARC, LZH, ZOO, etc.).
Keywords:
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Database, Non-programmable, DOS, Labels, Mailing List, GUI, Menu
driven, Relational retrieve, Relational Post, Search/Query, Bar
Code.
Category:
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Database Manager, Non-programmable
Program Name, Category, Keywords:
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PC-File 7.0. Database Manager, Database, Nonprogrammable, Labels,
Mailing list, GUI, relational retrieve, DOS Relational post,
Search/Query, Bar Code.
Short description
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PC-File 7.0 has a Graphical User Interface! Organize, retrieve
and manipulate information with buttons, scroll bars, pull-down
menus and dialog boxes. Analyze data with relational retrieve,
relational posting, search/query, duplicate record check and global
update. Print mailing labels, mail merge letters, custom reports,
charts & graphs. Bar code printer support, macros, full mouse
support, spell checker, multiple views, data validation!
Requires hard drive and 450K available RAM.
Long Description:
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If you can push a button, you can run PC-File 7.0. The controls of
this database are graphical and logical. Want to create a new
database? Just pull down a menu. Need to print 1,000 labels?
Look. Point. Click. Done. Finding a record is as simple as
knowing left from right. No other database provides this many
features in such a simple-to-use format.
If you've ever used a database before, you'll be able to run PC-
File the first time you see it. And what will you see? Buttons,
scroll bars, pull down menus and dialog boxes. All the simple,
visual tools that allow you to take advantage of its powerful
features.
What makes PC-File so popular? It does just what you want a
database to do: store, organize, retrieve, manipulate and update
information. Whether it's your mailing list or your membership
list. Your clients, customers or contacts. Sales, inventory,
expenses, payables and receivables, even your hobby
collection....PC-File can keep a record of it. Up to one billion
records in all!
Relational Retrieve reads data from other databases. Relational
Posting updates any number of databases. Search/Query retrieves
specific data, browses or even conducts a phonetic "sounds like"
search. Duplicate Record Check allows you to list, find and delete
duplicate records. Global Update makes changes to all or some of
your records.
Labels: Print mailing labels, rolodex cards or even quick
"snapshot" labels from just one record. Letters: Mail merge from
letters, payment notices, personalized product or sales
announcements and more. Charts/Graphs: Produce bar charts, line,
pie and scatter graphs. Autodialer: Dial any phone number from
your database automatically. Custom Reports: Arrange report test
and data any way you like.
Other powerful features:
o Multiple views of your database
o Bar Code Printer Support
o Spell checking built in
o Macros
o Pop-Up Help Screens
o Calculator
o New data validation features
o Password Protection
o Full Mouse Support
System Requirements: IBM PC, XT, AT or PS/2 or compatible, hard
disk, DOS 3.0 or higher and 450K available RAM. Autodialing: Hayes
compatible modem and serial port. Graphics: CGA, EGA, VGA or
Hercules card.
Quotes from Reviews, Articles and Users:
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PC Week, May 14, 1990
Rated the #1 flat filer by PC Week. "PC-File emerged as the most
powerful flat filer."
PC-Magazine, June 26, 1990, Editor's Choice Award
"I was able to generate reports and graphs within a few minutes
after running the program for the first time."
"A program you can't do without."
"You can be up and running with (it) in a snap...The program
itself...is easy to use."
Computer Shopper, February 1992
"PC-File's easy interface, coupled with its cheap price and
powerful features, make it a good choice for small businesses".
Home Office Computing, December, 1991, Four Star Rating
"Few programs in recent years have offered as much power for the
price as PC-File."
"Most people will find everything they need in this...PC standard."
Byte, October 1991
"A Windows-like interface and better file search and macro
capabilities highlight PC-File...a dBase compatible flat-file
database."
PC-Computing November, 1991
"If you need to design a database quickly and with little fuss but
don't need a programming language, PC-File is an excellent choice.
It's particularly well suited for beginners and intermediate users
because it's easy to use and has online help and good
documentation."
Registration Information:
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When you register your copy
* You receive the most current copy of the program
* You receive the printed manual (typeset and bound, over 650 pages)
* Notification of updates and new products
* Inexpensive updates (typically 1/3 the retail price)
* Periodic special price offers (for our registered users only)
* Your input and ideas help shape future products
* A sense of pride and ownership, by having honestly participated
in the Shareware revolution
* The satisfaction of helping to keep software prices down, by
supporting a distribution method which doesn't depend on expensive
advertising campaigns
You can either register directly with ButtonWare by printing out
the order form or by purchasing a registered copy from a software
dealer. Some of the larger dealers offering ButtonWare products
are listed in the Shareware Message screen. If you purchase from a
dealer, please be sure to send in your registration card.
Author/Publisher Information:
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ButtonWare is a small software company owned and operated by
Jim Button.
At ButtonWare we believe that our most important resource is our
customers. This concept is fundamental to our approach to product
development, production and marketing.
ButtonWare has been producing top quality computer software at
reasonable prices, continuously since 1982.
Please feel free to contact me (Jim Button) at any time if you have
any questions, comments or suggestions. I can be reached by mail at
the following address:
Jim Button
ButtonWare
PO Box 96058
Bellevue, WA 98009-4469
USA
I can also be reached electronically as follows:
FAX: (206) 454-1838
CompuServe: 76004,1532
Internet: 76004.1532@COMPUSERVE.COM