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| buttonFile 1.0 - READ.ME |
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CONTENTS OF THIS READ.ME FILE:
* LIST OF FILES
* WHAT IS SHAREWARE
* WHERE BUTTONFILE IS SOLD
* COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
* DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTIONS
* THE MANUAL
* NOTES & CHANGES
* HINTS & TIPS ON USING BUTTONFILE
* INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRINTING THIS FILE
* ASSOCIATION OF SHAREWARE PROFESSIONALS (ASP)
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| LIST OF FILES |
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Please refer to the following files on Disk 1 for the limited license to copy:
VENDOR.DOC Information for Shareware Distributors, Disk Vendors
and Computer Clubs.
SYSOP.DOC Information for Bulletin Board SYSOP's.
EDUCATE.DOC Information for Classroom and Training Use.
LICENSE.DOC Information for Individuals.
To see a complete list of files that must be included with this package for
distribution, please check the file called PACKING.LST.
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| WHAT IS SHAREWARE? |
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Welcome to the Shareware revolution. This remarkable method of software
distribution was co-pioneered in 1982 by Jim Button and Andrew Fluegelman.
It has become a major force in the computer industry, helping to reduce
software prices and eliminate copy protection schemes.
You are encouraged to copy the buttonFile Shareware diskette(s) and share them
freely with others. Please make copies of your original diskettes rather than
copying the installed program so the Setup program is included. You have the
luxury of trying out the complete programs, at your own pace and in the comfort
of your own home or workplace. This is not a disabled or demo copy, but the
complete fully-functional working version of the program.
After you have used buttonFile for a reasonable evaluation period you must
either stop using it or buy a licensed copy from ButtonWare or from an
authorized software dealer.
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| WHY PAY AT ALL? |
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* You receive the most current copy of the program
* You receive a bound, printed manual
* You become eligible for notification of updates and new products
* Inexpensive updates (typically 1/3 the retail price)
* Periodic special price offers (for registered users only)
* Your input and ideas help shape future products and versions
* 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 are required to obtain a registered copy if you continue to use the
program
At ButtonWare, we are committed to the continued development of useful,
friendly (easy to use), inexpensive software. Your payment is very important.
It helps to fund the creation of new software programs and encourages the
Shareware approach to software distribution. In essence, your payment is a vote
for this program and for this method of software sales.
Sincerely,
Jim Button
Founder and President.
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| WHERE IS BUTTONFILE SOLD? |
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You can purchase buttonFile (often at a substantial discount) from the
following retail outlets:
In the U.S.: CompuAdd (800)999-9901
Computer City (local store)
Egghead (800)EGG-HEAD
MicroWarehouse (800)367-7080
PC-Connection (800)800-5555
In Canada: Primax (800)668-4305
Crowntek Express(800)567-5000
In Australia: Manaccom 7-368-2366
In New Zealand: Manaccom(NZ) 9-3600-500
In the U.K.: Shareware PLC 0297-24088
Or you can purchase buttonFile from your local dealer or directly from
ButtonWare. Call (800)J-BUTTON or (206)454-0479 for the dealer nearest you or
for current pricing and order information.
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| COPYRIGHT |
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buttonFile(R) is a registered trademark of ButtonWare Inc. (1992-1993). The
exclusive copyrights to this program are held by ButtonWare and Jim Button.
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| DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTIONS |
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Please dive in and enjoy the fun of legally sharing good software with your
friends and associates. The following restrictions are designed to protect the
community of Shareware users and to prevent others from taking unfair advantage
of the trust, hard work, and good will of Shareware authors. Exceptions to
these conditions must be granted in writing from ButtonWare.
1. Disk vendors (those who sell Shareware disks for a profit) must follow the
procedure outlined in the "VENDOR.DOC" file.
2. Individuals wishing to share buttonFile with others must adhere to the
conditions outlined in the "LICENSE.DOC" file.
3. To distribute buttonFile via a telecommunications link, you must follow the
procedure outlined in the "SYSOP.DOC" file.
4. A copy of buttonFile is available for student use in classrooms. (Please see
EDUCATE.DOC.)
5. Shareware distribution is permitted only in the United States, the United
Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
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| Technical Support |
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If you need technical support, you can call our bulletin board at
(206)454-7875, contact us in PCVENA on CompuServe or call our technical
support line (900)454-8000. There is no charge for the first minute on the
900 line. Each minute thereafter is billed at $2 on your phone bill. Please
do not contact the business office for technical support on Shareware versions
of ButtonWare products.
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| THE MANUAL |
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You will not find a copy of the printed manual in the Shareware version of
buttonFile. There are three reasons for this:
* The help files are extremely complete. You will find this to be one of the
most comprehensive help systems you have ever seen.
* The program is extremely intuitive and easy to use.
* It takes us a great deal of time to create an ASCII version of the manual,
which itself contains many graphic illustrations. Because the ASCII version
can't contain the graphic illustrations (your printer probably wouldn't be
able to print them), this makes the on-disk version of the manual almost
unuseable.
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| NOTES AND CHANGES |
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There are some other text files in your subdirectory worth looking at:
PRODUCTS - Short review of ButtonWare products, and an order form
RESPONSE - A user feedback survey. Very important to us.
LICENSE.DOC - important licensing information for individuals.
DESCRIBE.DOC - sample descriptions of buttonFile package.
VENDOR.DOC - information for shareware vendors.
SYSOP.DOC - information for Bulletin Board SYSOP's.
EDUCATE.DOC - information on classroom and training use.
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| HINTS & TIPS ON USING BUTTONFILE |
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DIALING PROBLEMS
If you have trouble dialing with buttonFile, it could be due to several
things.
1) Incorrect Modem Init String. The modem init string defaults to "AT
E0V0" in buttonFile. This string should work with virtually all modems
that are Hayes compatible. Refer to your modem's documentation to see if
your modem manufacturer recommends a different modem initialization string.
If it does, choose Phone Dialer from buttonFile's Configure menu. Select
the Use custom option button in the Initialization area. Type the
recommended initialization string into the text box, and choose OK to save
this setting.
2) Incorrect COM port. Make sure buttonFile is configured to dial from the
correct COM port. If you are using an external modem, you may be able to
check the back of your computer to see which COM port it is attached to.
If you are using an internal modem, refer to your modem's documentation to
determine which COM port your