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ML-01:  Mailing List Management Programs


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2245 Name & Address Pgms.          Small Programs Disk
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Address.BAS
   is an address and phone number management program.

CardFile
   Magma Systems
   $0
is a clone of the Microsoft Windows CardFile program, but in text mode. The full
C source code is included. The CardFile program is used for keeping track of
names and addresses.

Phone-Utility 2.0 (PH-UTIL)
   John Land
   $11
provides five functions for use with the phonebook files used by SK+. It
merges two phonebooks (with removal of most duplicates). It lists the Index,
Name, and Phone Number fields. It dumps all 24 address fields of a phonebook.
Secondary sorting of entries is now done based on the name field. It outputs
labels from a phonebook. It change the case of all or selected text fields. An
individual record can be 32,768 bytes long.

PostCard 4
   Landers, Jim
   $15
is a small but fast name, address and telephone directory that uses in-memory
sorts and binary searches to speed its operation. It has intuitive hot keys
and is handy for anyone who uses their modem to initiate voice calls. Requires
EGA and a modem.

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3140 Mailing Assistance          Small Programs Disk
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Change Your Address 1.0 (CYA)
   GS Communications
   $5
generates change of address forms or optionally tells receiver to remove your
address from their mailing list.

DMCalc
   Wilhelm, Vincent
   $0
calculates a target response rate for a direct mail program. It will
help you decide the mail quantity needed to provide a reliable response
when testing a mailing list. It also calculates the confidence interval
for any target response rate, based on mail quantity and confidence
level.

FIMABC
   Summers, Harvey E.
   $0
is a set of six TIF images of US Postal FIM codes used in bulk rate mail
sorting. Each code comes in both portrait and landscape orientation.

FlyWrite 1.05 (FLYWRIT)
   Advance Systems
   $45
prints and addresses self-mailers using U.S. Postal Service Automation
Readability Guidelines, including Zip+4 bar coding.

Stamps 2.1
   Brown, David
   $0
computes U.S. Postal rates for letters and packages weighing up to two pounds.
It is updated with Feb. 3, 1991 figures. C source code is included.

Super Shipping System 2.0 (SSS)
   User Hostile Software
   $15
is a small UPS shipping system.  The complete UPS shipping tables are
included:  Ground, 2nd Day Air, Next Day Air and Overnight Letter charges are
automatically calculated using information provided by the user.  Special
consideration for Alaskan, Puerto Rican, or Hawaiian state codes are made and
charges automatically computed, including 2nd Day Air to rural Alaska.  An
optional address label is printed on plain label stock.  Despite the unamusing
name of the company, the program is fast, well thought out and easy to use.

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Bulk
   Krieg, Mark K.
   $0
   #7688/2888
will sort any dBase III compatible file into the order required by the Post
Office for bulk mailing. Several shareware database programs and mailing list
programs in PsL create dBase III compatible data files usable with this program.


BulkMail
   Peak InfoSystems, Inc.
   $50
   #7688/1726
makes preparing bulk mail faster and easier.  A template lets you repeat fixed
information without having to re-type it for each record.  BulkMail marks the
labels so you'll know, without counting, when to tie off a bundle of letters.
It lets select records to be printed on the basis of a starting name, an
ending name, a starting zip code, an ending zip code, a starting date, an
ending date, two flags, an alphanumeric category field, and a group of sixteen
switches in each record that may be used in any combination to select or
reject records.

     One of Bulkmail's printing options allows you to create a data file that
can be used with MicroPro International's MailMerge form letter feature, as well
as with the merge letter features of a number of other good word processors.
It will also let you import and export mailing lists, purge a subset of
records, check for duplicates, and define label format.


PlusBar
   JSoft-Fairware
   $57
   #7688/3828
is a mailing list manager aimed at companies that do direct mail advertising.
Features include support for domestic and foreign addresses, multiple sorting
options down to carrier route order, and import/export of verified lists from
the Post Office. Printing options include 1 or 2 across labels, 5 and 9 digit
barcodes, advanced 11 digit barcodes, and more. You can print all or a selected
group of labels. The system will check for duplicate entries.


ZIP4 5.01
   B. Thompson Co.
   $49
   #7688/3453
provides those who do bulk mailing with the necessary information for
filling out the Post Office form to have a mailing list standardized.
It can also print barcodes. Supports HP LaserJets and Avery labels.


Canadian Postal Codes
   Nissen Ventures
   $90
   #7363/2359
contains over 5900 towns and their proper postal codes. You can search by code
to find the town, or by the town to find the code. The program is is menu driven
and very easy to use.


Zipkey 2.04e
   Isaacson, Eric ASP
   $30
   #7363/1738
allows instant access to any of the more than 43,000 zipcodes in its complete
city-level directory of five-digit U.S. zip codes.  In the non-resident mode,
you can search by zip, by state and city, or by city only.  In the resident
pop-up mode, you can be in a word processor or mailing list program or
database program, and when you enter a zip code, ZipKey will automatically
insert the city name, state name or abbreviation, and any other fixed
keystrokes you specify in any format you wish.  The database can be loaded
into DOS RAM, in which case ZipKey will take about 148k, or left on disk or
put in EMS memory, in which case it will take only 19k of DOS RAM. It also
provides the telephone area code for each of over 30,000 cities in its
database.

The zip code database has been extensively checked for accuracy and compressed
to save space. Installation and use is very easy, the price is reasonable and
it doesn't take much RAM. What's not to love?. We consider this a must-have
for anyone who has to enter addresses into any kind of program.


ZipAsc
   #7363/1373
is a text file listing United States zip codes with City and State for each in
ASCII format. The file is 797k when un-ARCed, so a drive type with sufficient
disk space is required.


Zipcode.Asc
   Harmon, Bill
   $0
   #4815
is an ASCII file containing all the zip codes and area codes, if known,
of cities across the U.S. The 1.4MB file is in comma-delimited form,
suitable for use in a variety of databases or your own programs.


IRates
   Digi-Tech Engineering
   $20
   #7364/2532
is an international mailing rate calculation program. It calculates postage
rates and displays restrictions, observations, and prohibitions for mailing to
any international country in addition to weight limits for each type of mail
class. International express service is shown when available for a given country
along with points served. A hard disk is recommended and 512k of DOS RAM is
required.


Pony Express
   Melisco Marketing, Inc.
   $50
   #7364/2436
is a utility program used by individuals and businesses to calculate the
cheapest way to send letters and parcels via the U. S. Mail or United Parcel
Service. Pony Express figures zones, rates, option fees, and automatically
applies discounts and in one compact table, lets you compare total costs and
arrival times of all the methods of shipping by mail or UPS.

The program also supports Federal Express rates, alternate origins,
markup/markdown, networks, transaction logging, an electronic scale interface,
UPS delivery confirmation, and UPS 2nd-day air letter. The program is very
fast and easy to use and can be used in a pop-up or stand-alone mode.

James Schmidt, Sunnyvale, CA: "I installed this program and three days
later when I try to use the program I received the message "Your trial
period is up, you need to install for further evaluation". It then
stops...."

PsL: We installed the program ran it a few times, then changed the
system date four days ahead and re-ran the program without difficulty.
We have not had anyone else report this problem, but we will add these
comments to warn others of the possibility.


UPS Rate Master 6.11
   Kacmarcik, John G. Jr.
   $30
   #7364/1416
will give you the rates of ground or air delivery for the United Parcel
Service. It will tell you the maximum weight and size of packages permitted
along with the various types of fees. You must know the UPS Zone number to
which you are shipping. (The Zip-to-Zone utility on the disk is only for
shippers with Zips 181-01 to 181-99.) The International Service and UPS
hundred-weight shipments along with State abbreviations are included. Includes
current rates for ground service, 2nd day air service, overnight letter, COD,
AOD, call tag, weekly service charge, and address correction effective. It
supports multiple zone charts, and also has a billing database to keep track
and compare UPS billing.


B&B Mail
   Bolda, Bob
   $45
   #7206/1138
is a powerful mailing list program that can print labels on from 1-across to
any number across. It can import names and addresses from other data files or
export them to other programs. Printouts of data can be selected based on
Codes and/or Zip and/or Customer Numbers or you can elect to sort just a
select group of records or just the records you see. Sorting and searching can
be done on any field or combination of fields. A return address can be printed
on mailing labels that are large enough. (See PSL Computer Products for 4"x2"
laser labels.)

B&B checks for duplicate entries. Layout of labels can be user-defined. Search
and replace is included. You can select which fields are to be used for
duplicate checking. City, state and country can now be automatically entered
based on the zip code you enter. A Country field is also included. Requires a
hard disk. (Note: this program uses the name "Flexi-Label" for one of its
modules. FlexLabel is a trademark of Ford Software and is not related to the
module in this package.)


CBase
   Gillingham, Dan
   $?
   #7206/775
is an excellent Customer Data Base, name and address, mailing list program.
It is easy to use and just a generally attractive and well-written program.
Suggestions to the author:  the documentation needs a paragraph at the
beginning that states the purpose of the program as well as a list of its main
features are.  Also, the name fields are a little short and a suffix field
(for "M.D.", "PhD", etc) is needed.  And it's been our experience that two
lines for the address are frequently not enough; company name, department
name, building number, floor, suite number, and box number are often used in
different combinations that require more than two lines.


DMail 5.1
   TeleMedica ASP
   $40
   #7206/1197
is a mailing list that is limited only by disk space. It can sort on any of
nine fields, copy data from one address file to another, encrypt data, check
for duplicates, create mailmerge files for WordPerfect, MS Word and WordStar.
It prints on most printers on one-across or two-across labels, one to 99
copies of each label. Works with dBase III files. Bar codes can be
printed with an HP LaserJet II.



Doctor Data File 6.5 [DDFILE65] 08-93 CD
   Weber, Mike
   $54
   #7206/1167
is a general purpose database manager as well as a mailing list manager.
Features include CAR-RT SORT mailing; user-definable custom label
formats; index up to five fields; import and export capabilities.
postcards, envelopes, rolodex cards or up to nine-across labels.
Complete control is allowed in designing labels, form letters and master
lists, including the ability to change printer fonts by word or line and
to print up to nine-across on any size label, post card, index card,
rolodex card, etc. It has the capacity to hold one billion records per
database, five indexes, and a 47,000+ city, state and zip code database.
It does not allow non-U.S. formats for zip codes nor telephone numbers.
Other than that, the data fields appear to be exceptionally well thought
out.

Among other features, the program allows complete international mailing
and supports laser and sheet-feed printers. When printing bulk labels
for presort mailings, every time the first five digits of the zip code
changes, a label will be printed stating how many labels were printed
for the last zip code. This feature should save considerable time in
bundling mail.

A "carry-over" feature allows data in individual fields to be carried
over to the next record, such as city, state and zip code. An optional
Carrier Route Presort number helps save on postage. Other features
include optional greeting messages to be printed above company name or
individual name; search for duplicate records and account numbers; data
entry filters to pre-screen the type of data entered; case sensitive or
insensitive searches for all or part of fields; global data replacement;
global upper/lower case conversion; import/export files in ASCII
delimited, dBase III, SDF or delimited ("1-2-3") formats; definable
printer control codes and label format and size controls; mail merge
with built-in editor.


Catalist
   Automation Consultants
   $69
   #7207/1082 [2 disks]
is a powerful mailing list manager that produces envelopes, labels, Rolodex
cards, a bulk-mail flyer, and mail-merge lists. The mail-merge lists can be
used with more than 15 popular word-processing programs including PC-Write.
Phone extensions can be incorporated into phone directories, and reports and
listings can be double-spaced. Multiple or consecutive sets of labels and
envelopes can be produced in one run, including multiple copies within each
individual set within the run.

Other features include the ability to automatically copy data constants from a
user defined table field by field, automatic entry of data, laser printer
support, and import conversion routines for double quote and comma delimited
files as well as fixed field files and bar coding for both zip and zip + 4
postal codes. A hard disk is recommended.


Catmail
   Christison, William
   $20
   #7207/1640 [2 disks]
is a categorized mailing list and form letter program.  Up to 12 categories
per list allowed.  Requires 640k and a hard disk.


DataCat1
   Ford Software
   $25
   #7044/609
is a basic, fast, and very easy-to-use mailing list program. When you enter a
name, if that name is already in your database, its entry pops up immediately.
You can print by name, zip, category or ID number without having to sort
first.

An "amount" field lets you record dues, contributions or whatever. Up to 79
characters of text can be stored in a note field. The program automatically
capitalizes the first letter of names and addresses as you type.


MailList 5.5
   R. K. West Consulting ASP
   $39
   #7044/1476
is an easy-to-use mailing list manager.  It can handle up to 99 separate
mailing lists, prints labels, includes duplicate checking, and creates
WordPerfect merge files. It also has the ability to recall deleted records, to
password protect files, to search by any field and make "data compression"
choices. As you create lists, the program automatically names and numbers them
sequentially and will assign the extension of DBF. Each mailing list has its
own index file with the extension NTX. You can add a file description up to 65
characters long to let you know what each mailing list is for. File names up to
64 characters are allowed which gives the program full network support. File
locking is included. Fields are provided for Country and for Fax Number.
Features include the ability to search by "sound alike" instead of spelling.


M-Label 5.5
   R. K. West Consulting ASP
   $10-$39
   #7044/2234
is a mailing label extension for MailList. It supports up to 4-across labels
with one to 100 lines per label. The program allows user-defined fields, so you
can add any text you want to the labels. You can determine page breaks, top
margin padding, and record filtering. You can also pick exactly where
information is to be printed on the label. This program is great for printing
Rolodex cards, continuous feed envelopes, etc., in addition to labels. Output
can be sent to a text file instead of the printer. Requires 360K, and a hard
disk is recommended.


FlexiCalNames
   Forester, John
   $20
   #7208/1589
is a flexible calendar and a complete address-book and mailing system.  Names
and addresses can be viewed on screen or printed out as a full-sized,
two-column book or a pocket-sized book, as well as printing Rolodex cards,
mailing labels and addressing letters.  Requires 384k and 2 drives.  Address
books can no be printed in about half the number of pages required by standard
typewriter fonts.


Giftbase
   Newlife Software
   $50
   #7208/1777 [2 disks]
is a relational database for keeping track of memberships, names and addresses
and "gifts". There are several report and label printing options. Requires DOS
3+, 640k and a fast hard disk.


Label Master 5.1c [LABELMST] 08-93 CD
   RKS Associates ASP
   $35
   #7209/1793
is a very powerful, yet easy to use mail list manager. You can create a file
of names and addresses, edit the file, search for specific records or browse
through the file, and print labels in any of several formats. You can also use
it to dial any telephone number in any record in its file. It supports
international postal codes and telephone numbers, and has an appointment
calendar and pop-up clock.

Other features include support for 240 different laser and dot matrix
printers; an unlimited amount of records; and automatic sorting on name, zip
code, and company. It contains a word processor for mailmerge letters, and a
powerful report writer. It also supports barcode printing, carrier route
sorting, and other features to help save on mailing costs. Requires 384k and a
hard disk.


Letters 'N' Labels
   Robert & Rufus
   $30
   #7209/308
is a program for generating form letters & mailing labels, as well as printing
general purpose lists.  It supports labels from one-across to four-across.
You can merge the whole file or select names, zip codes or classification
codes.  Stores up to 1300 names on a 360k disks with a maximum of 4500 names
on larger disks.  LNL will import from and export to other programs.


Mail & Memo
   Dower, Richard
   $30
   #7209/1591
is really two programs in one.  First, it contains a full-featured mailing
list manager designed primarily for quick and easy production of mailing list
labels or rotary file cards.  It may also be used for accessing other
information and for printing lists of data about various groups of people in
the mailing list file.  Or use it as a quick reference phone book.  Secondly,
it can be used to produce and keep track of inter-office memos.  M&M uses the
Btrieve record manager for instant data retrieval without sorting.  Features
include up to 5-across label printing; from one to six lines per label; label
widths from 2.5" to 5"; rotary cards of 2"x4" or 3"x5"; multiple copies of one
label; optional Ad Line printing; import/export of data; context sensitive
help and more.

The Memo section of M&M features automatic heading of each memo with the
author's name, department, phone number, addressee's name; time and date.
Memo's are save by addressee, date and time, and can be reviewed by those
fields.


MailAll
   mcTRONic Systems
   $20-$28
   #7209/0852
is a mailing list program with mail-merge capabilities. It makes good use of
colors, allows full-screen data entry, doesn't overburden the user with menus,
and has above average label printing features. Missing from the
name-and-address layout, we feel, is another address line for suite, floor or
apartment numbers, and possibly a country field.

MailAll has a label print menu and prints envelopes and reports, plus a label
data save option which will let you avoid re-entering the setup data each
time. File names of up to 64 characters long make files easier to remember and
sorting can now be done without regard to case. It will create MultiMate
Advantage compatible mailmerge files and allows use within MS Windows and
supports true Insert/Overwrite ability. The program works with a MS or
compatible mouse and has full network support.


Mail Call
   Pro-Formance and Smetana, Rob W.
   $44-$53
   #7210/1547
is a full-featured mailing assistant. With it you can handle anything from
simple tasks (like printing a memo or envelope) to managing large mailing list
databases. With Mail Call you can print different fields in different type
styles, different line spacing, etc; use one of four different return
addresses when printing envelopes; Import names from, or Export names to Mail
Merge files compatible with major word processors and database programs; and
dial phone numbers through Hayes compatible modems. The program also provides
form printing and fill-out features, support for LaserJet IIP/IIIP, the
ability to save label printing options and and the ability to edit
personalized documents with lines longer than 80 characters.


Mailer
   Vitiello, A.
   $5
   #7210/1169
manages mailing lists, either ones created with this program or dBase label
files.  Requires DOS 3. The author can no longer be reached at the address
listed in the documentation.


Reliance Mailing List
   Meacham, William
   $25
   #7210/0596
is a menu-driven mailing list manager for individuals, charitable organizations
or small businesses. Features include a maximum of 32,000 names, mailing labels
of from one- to four-across, and the ability to sort by last name or zip using
numerous selection criteria, a mailmerge file to export data to other programs,
in formats compatible with WordStar, Lotus 1-2-3, Microsoft Word, WordPerfect,
and Sprint; the ability to select categories for output and to define your own
mailing label style. Non-US postal codes are supported and you can specify a
range of zip codes to print. It has support for the HP Laserjet and Deskjet
printers.  Has user-defined categories and codes, and will track monetary
contributions.


YAPS (Your Address Program Software)
   Pila, Moritz
   $35-70
   #7210/1240
is an indexed mailing list program (indexed files don't require time-consuming
sorting).  It has fields for first and last name, company name, one address
line, city, state and zip and up to four phone numbers.  Non-U.S. phone
numbers and postal codes are not accepted.  YAPS will print address books,
mailing labels (up to three across), standard or business envelops, and lists
on paper.  The only thing we didn't like about the user interface was a
message line that blinked constantly.  Data entry is easy and efficient.


Names & Dates
   WR Software ASP
   $25
   #7212/1722 [2 disks]
is a combination address book, mailing list manager, and date reminder system.
As an address book, the program features large name and address fields which
support U.S., Canada and other foreign formats; home and business phone numbers
with extensions; a Table of Area Codes with states and times zones; large note
area that requires disk space only if used; and a variety of sizes and report
formats.

As a date reminder system, the program will store an unlimited number of date
events, such as holidays, birthdays, reminders, etc.; it can associate each date
with a name on the file, or keep the date as a general reminder; display dates
by name, month, category or chronological order; display a monthly calender that
highlights these dates; repeat a date for an entire year with a single entry;
and list the dates in two report formats with options of month and category.

The mailing list manager supports any number of name records, limited only by
disk space; mail merge with optional Salutation; numerous categories to
organize or create sub-lists; automatic search for duplication; file export and
import; printing of mailing labels (up to 999 copies of each label can be
requested), rolodex cards, envelopes and print return address with envelope
addressee, and custom labels of any size; sort by name or zip; an additional
"Hot Key" printing for individual labels or envelopes; and two-sided address
books are now possible on all printers.

Other features include laser printing for mailing labels and envelopes, printed
wall-type calendar showing user dates, support for four-across labels, and a
phone list that displays names and numbers for auto-dialing. Improved use of
free RAM speeds up list functions. An "analyze" option shows categories, per
cents, and bar graphs. An autodialing feature adds long distance prefixes, call
duration, and letters. Requires 512K RAM.


PC-Names
   WR Software, ASP
   $18
   #7212/2235
is a mailing list manager and personal address book. It will print mailing
labels, reports, Rolodex cards, envelopes, etc. The program also supports
automatic phone dialing, address books in a variety of sizes and formats,
unlimited names, hot key printing, lasers, and custom label sizes. There is
duplicate name search, file import, file export, and sort by name and Zip
Code. You can print return addresses on envelopes and send reports to printer or
disk. There are additional address book printing options, and other printers are
supported with custom setup codes. Requires 512K.


Pen Pal
   Micro Data Assist
   $25
   #7212/1769
is a mail list manager that has incorporated into it the ability to print one
of four formats of the popular "Black Book".  In addition it also has a built
in word processor that can be used to create, and maintain on line, up to 99
unique letter formats.  With these letter formats you can select addresses
from your database and personalize any of these letters.  The program is fast,
well designed and easy to use.  It will take non-U.S. postal codes but not
non-U.S. phone numbers.  It has two address lines between Name and City; we
frequently find three lines to be necessary.  Requires 512k.


Phone Caddy
   Micro Data Assist
   $?
   #7212/1343
lets you maintain name and address file, print any size one-across mailing
labels, code records for selective printing, print Rolodex cards in either of
two sizes, address envelopes, create mail-merge files and more.  On start-up,
the program insisted on first printing an order form for our `convenience'.
Unfortunately, all that resulted was two blank pages from our laser printer.
Nowhere else in the doc file does it say what the registration price of this
program is.


Envelopes Plus 4.03 [ENV403] 08-93 CD
   Kapusta, Philip
   $16
   #12370
prints envelopes and labels. You can store addresses and more. It dials
phone numbers, and prints bulk rate stamps, large memo fields, and
Rolodex cards. Other features include a calculator, state abbreviations
lookup table, data exporting, U.S.P.S. postal addressing standards, and
Canadian prompts.


EZ-NCOA 4.03
   Nuts & Bolts Software
   $59
   #12191
is a utility for obtaining mailing list corrections from the National
Change Of Address Center on diskette. This program writes disks for you
to send to the NCOA and reads the disk they send back to you. You export
and import your database in comma-delimited ASCII. Requires a hard disk.


FastZip Mail
   Westcoast Software
   $49
   #3102
prints return address, address to, and the new postnet bar code on
envelopes, post cards, shipping labels and address labels. It reduces
postage costs and produces faster, more efficient delivery of mail.
Features include 1000 name and address database with unique search
abilities; two print passes when printing the bar code and more.


Federal Express Label Printer
   Sollas, Thomas V. III  ASP
   $35
   #3045
allows you to easily print Federal Express and Express Mail labels on a dot
matrix printer. 39 different printers are supported, and support is provided
for international and Canadian airbills.


Labels Plus! 3.1 [LABLPLUS] 08-93 CD
   WestCoast Software
   $20
   #2817
prints envelopes, shipping, address labels, and post cards from an address data
file. A special section lets you design your own labels and post cards. Holds up
to 1000 names.


Membership List 7.13
   Bowen, Lloyd C.
   $20
   #3451
is a mailing list and membership roster maintenance program. Fields available
are address, phone number, title, committee, a 40-character comment line, dues
and date. The program can sort the list by any field of your choosing. You can
print envelopes, rolodex and file cards, post cards and just about any other
form that you can get for a 9.5 inch tractor feed. Other features include the
ability to import and export data in several standard formats, and support for
two- and three-across labels.


Parcel Shipping Program 4.1 [PSP41] 08-93 CD
   East Hampton Industries ASP
   $125
   #4986
is a menu-driven system for automating UPS record-keeping. It maintains a
shipping address file for frequent customers. It can instantly compute all UPS
charges based on the Zip Code entered. PSP can also produce shipping labels,
COD Tags and UPS Manifests. This is a very comprehensive package. Requires a
hard disk and an Epson, Okidata, or HP-compatible printer.


Phone 3.01
   Vision Computing Inc. ASP
   $33
   #3239
keeps track of names, addresses, phone numbers, and personal information. It has
entries for Name, Company Name, three address lines, a country field, and a zip
code field that can accept characters and numbers. There are three phone number
fields, and a Comments field.

A pop-up state abbreviation chart is also provided. You can print one or
two-across labels for all records, selected zip codes, selected label codes,
tagged records only, or a selected state. Other features include password
protection, network compatibility, full file export, and Postnet bar code
printing. Up to one billion records can be entered.

A unique option lets you copy selected fields from your records to a SDF
(System Data Format) file, which can be updated by the Post Office at no
charge. This updating includes correcting the address and supplying the 9
digit zip code for each record. A hard disk is recommended.


Postal Consultant 3.5
   Masterware
   $30
   #3452
provides postal rates and information for Next Day Service, Priority Mail,
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Class Mail, Special Delivery, COD, and much more. Also
included is a simple mailing label function that can print labels and maintain
a database of names and addresses.


PostCard Master 4.11
   Unicorn Software Limited ASP
   $25
   #2533
helps create, print, and address post cards. This is handy for sending
meeting notices, change of address, etc. The program lets you save the
text of cards as well as names and addresses and will also print mailing
labels, 3x5 cards, or Rolodex cards. Other features include the ability
to create multiple data disks, a pop-up window of information you have
entered and may need while using the program, a built-in text editor,
laser printer support, and support for ShareSpell.


USMAIL 3.0
   Madden Software Service
   $36-$43
   #4262
let's you quickly look up mailing costs in the U.S., as well as to other
countries. Requires a hard disk and an accurate scale.


What Mailing List 2.1u [WHATMAIL] 08-93 CD
   Babudro, Angel
   $29
   #4945
is an easy-to-use mailing list manager. Entries can be organized into
groups (such as customers, vendors, Christmas lists). Addresses can be
printed on envelopes or labels according to customer-specified layout,
and bar codes can be printed on envelopes.

You can sort according to the name, company name, address or zip code.
The program searches for duplicate names, company names or addresses,
and supports both dot matrix and laser printers as well as PCL 1-5
lasers with scalable fonts.


Zips
   PC Integration
   $40
   #1645
is a personal telephone address management system.  (This version is intended
for non-commercial use.)  Capabilities include 15 categories per list,
multiple addresses, four phone numbers and extensions, mailing labels sorted
by name or zip, multiple memo fields, and even birthday lists.  A Ventura
Publisher interface is included for producing professional quality
directories/listings.  Files are 100 percent dBase III+ compatible.

Limitations include phone number fields in U.S. format only, zip codes in U.S.
format only and cannot include nine-digit zip codes, and only two address
lines are provided between Name and City while our experience is that at least
three lines are frequently required for office, government and university
addresses.

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