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Contents
ASP Shareware Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition)
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1: How to read this catalog


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Registration benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Sample product description . . . . . . . . . 6

Part 1: Shareware Products


Chapter 2: Utilities
2.1 Disk utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.1 Disk cataloging . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.2 Hard disk utilities . . . . . . . .
2.1.2.1 Optimization & defragmentation
2.1.3 Floppy disk utilities . . . . . . .
2.1.3.1 Disk duplicating . . . . . . .
2.1.3.2 Disk formatting . . . . . . . .
2.1.4 Directory utilities . . . . . . . .
2.2 File utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1 Backup/restore . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.2 File encryption . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.3 File archiving & compression . . . .
2.2.4 File comparison . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.5 File sorting & conversion . . . . .
2.2.6 File viewers . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Hardware utilities . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.1 CPU & memory . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.2 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.3 Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.3.1 EGA/VGA specific . . . . . . .
2.3.3.2 Screen savers . . . . . . . . .
2.3.3.3 Screen capture . . . . . . . .
2.3.4 286/386/486-specific . . . . . . . .
2.3.5 Sound card . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.6 Serial & parallel port . . . . . . .
2.3.7 CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4 Printer utilities . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.1 Print spoolers . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.2 Printer control . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.3 UPCs & bar codes . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.4 Envelope addressers . . . . . . . .
2.4.5 Printer specific . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.5.1 Epson . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.5.2 HP DeskJet . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.5.3 HP LaserJet . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.5.4 PostScript . . . . . . . . . .
2.5 System utilities . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2.5.1 Operating systems . . . . . . . . .


2.5.1.1 Task-switching . . . . . . . .
2.5.2 Multi-OS utilities . . . . . . . . .
2.5.3 Command processors . . . . . . . . .
2.5.4 Batch & macro utilities . . . . . .
2.5.4.1 Batch file compilers . . . . .
2.5.5 Configuration utilities . . . . . .
2.5.6 Recovery utilities . . . . . . . . .
2.5.7 Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.7.1 PostScript fonts . . . . . . .
2.5.7.2 TrueType fonts . . . . . . . .
2.5.8 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6 Desktop utilities . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.1 Multi-function . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.2 Calculators . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.3 Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.4 Clocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.4.1 Precision timers . . . . . . .
2.6.5 Phone dialers . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.5.1 Rolodex programs . . . . . . .
2.6.6 Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.7 ASCII charts . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.8 Notepads . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.9 Personal information managers (PIMs)
2.6.10 Time management . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.11 Journal/diary programs . . . . . .
2.7 Menu systems & file managers . . . . . .
2.7.1 Menu systems . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.7.2 File managers . . . . . . . . . . .
2.7.3 Combined MS/FMs . . . . . . . . . .
2.7.4 MS/FMs for developers . . . . . . .
2.7.5 Work environment managers . . . . .
2.7.6 Software tools . . . . . . . . . . .
2.7.6.1 For multiple programs . . . . .
2.8 Security programs . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.8.1 Virus/Trojan detectors . . . . . . .
2.8.2 Virus cleanup/removal . . . . . . .
2.8.3 System activity monitors . . . . . .
2.8.4 File integrity monitors . . . . . .
2.8.5 Computer access security . . . . . .
2.9 Software tools & add-ins . . . . . . . .
2.9.1 For multiple programs . . . . . . .
2.9.2 For operating systems . . . . . . .
2.9.2.1 MS-DOS . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.2.2 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.2.3 OS/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.3 For JP Software . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.3.1 For 4DOS/NDOS . . . . . . . . .
2.9.4 For Lotus . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.5 For Norton . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.5.1 For Norton Utilities . . . . .
2.9.6 For PKWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.9.6.1 For PKZIP/PKUNZIP . . . . . . .
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Chapter 3: Writing applications
3.1 Text viewers/readers . . . . .
3.2 Text editors . . . . . . . . .
3.2.1 Text/binary editors . . .
3.3 Text organizers/outliners . . .
3.4 Word processors . . . . . . . .
3.5 Desktop publishing . . . . . .
3.6 Spelling checkers . . . . . . .
3.7 Dictionaries . . . . . . . . .
3.8 Thesaurus . . . . . . . . . . .
3.9 Style checkers . . . . . . . .
3.10 Bibliography . . . . . . . . .
3.11 Document boilerplates . . . .
3.11.1 Resume' . . . . . . . . .
3.12 Document control & management
3.13 Creativity & brainstorming . .
3.14 Writing utilities . . . . . .
3.14.1 File format translators .
3.15 Software tools & macros . . .
3.15.1 For multiple programs . .
3.15.2 For PC-Write . . . . . .
3.15.3 For Word . . . . . . . .
3.15.3.1 Word for Windows . .
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3.15.5 For WordPerfect . . . . .
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Chapter 4: Spreadsheet applications


4.1 Spreadsheet programs . . . .
4.2 Boilerplates/templates . . .
4.3 Spreadsheet utilities . . . .
4.3.1 File format translators
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Chapter 5: Database applications


5.1 Relational database managers .
5.2 Flat-file database managers . .
5.3 Mailing list systems . . . . .
5.4 Freeform/text database managers
5.5 Database utilities . . . . . .
5.5.1 File format translators .
5.6 Software tools & add-ins . . .
5.6.1 For multiple programs . .
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Chapter 6: Data
6.1 Words . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Names . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Mapping data . . . . . . . . .
6.3 Corporate data . . . . . . . .
6.4 Marketing data . . . . . . . .
6.4.1 Shareware specific . . . .
6.5 World facts . . . . . . . . . .
6.6 Zip codes . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7 Area codes . . . . . . . . . .
6.8 Census data . . . . . . . . . .
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6.9.1 For mechanical engineering
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6.11 Encyclopedias . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 7: Business
7.1 Business finances . . . . . . .
7.1.1 Business accounting . . .
7.1.1.1 Accounts receivable .
7.1.2 Point-of-sale systems . .
7.1.3 Billing/invoice systems .
7.1.4 Purchase order systems . .
7.1.5 Payroll systems . . . . .
7.2 Inventory systems . . . . . . .
7.3 Decision analysis tools . . . .
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7.5 Employee management/scheduling
7.6 Project management . . . . . .
7.6.1 Project bidding & costing
7.6.2 Project scheduling . . . .
7.7 Client management . . . . . . .
7.8 Organization charts . . . . . .
7.9 Specific-field systems . . . .
7.9.1 Construction, installation
7.9.2 Farming & ranching . . . .
7.9.3 Food services . . . . . .
7.9.4 Hotel/motel management . .
7.9.5 Legal & law enforcement .
7.9.6 Library . . . . . . . . .
7.9.7 Medical & dental . . . . .
7.9.8 Non-profit businesses . .
7.9.8.1 Fund raising . . . .
7.9.9 Political parties . . . .
7.9.10 Real estate . . . . . . .
7.9.11 Safety & fire protection
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7.10 Forms generators . . . . . . .
7.10.1 Forms fillers . . . . . .
7.10.2 Forms processing . . . .
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7.12 Marketing . . . . . . . . . .
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7.14.1 Lecturing & slide shows .
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7.14.3 "Help desk" applications
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7.16 Business utilities . . . . . .
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Chapter 8: Finances
8.1 Stock trading & analysis
8.2 Personal finances . . . .
8.2.1 Finances & budgets .
8.2.2 Checkbook managers .
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9.1 Civil engineering . . . . . .
9.2 Electrical engineering . . .
9.3 Industrial engineering . . .
9.4 Mechanical engineering . . .
9.5 Structural analysis . . . . .
9.6 Surveying & cartography . . .
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10.1 General-purpose modem communications
10.2 Service-specific programs . . . . .
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10.2.2 For GEnie . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.3 For Internet . . . . . . . . .
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10.3.1 Bulletin board utilities . . .
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10.6 Fax machines & fax cards . . .
10.7 Voice mail systems . . . . . .
10.8 Call logging & analysis . . .
10.8.1 Phone bill analyzers . .
10.9 File transfer protocols . . .
10.10 Communication utilities . . .
10.10.1 File format translators
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10.11.1 For multiple programs .
10.11.2 For TAPCIS . . . . . . .
10.11.3 For PCBoard . . . . . .
10.11.4 For Qmodem . . . . . . .
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12.1 CASE tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.2 Database engines . . . . . . . . . . .
12.3 Debuggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4 Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.1 Assembler . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.2 BASIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.2.1 Visual BASIC . . . . . . . .
12.4.3 C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.3.1 C++ . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.4 COBOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.5 Pascal . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.4.5.1 OOP Pascal for DOS (Borland)
12.4.6 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.5 Hypertext/hypermedia . . . . . . . . .
12.6 Tutorials . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12.7 Software installation aids . . . . . .
12.8 Software testing aids . . . . . . . .
12.9 Programming utilities . . . . . . . .
12.9.1 Desktop tools for programmers . .
12.9.2 `Help' utilities . . . . . . . .
12.10 Software tools & add-ins . . . . . .
12.10.1 For multiple programs . . . . .
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General math . . . . . . .
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13.7 Teachers . . . . . . . . . . . .
13.7.1 Gradebooks . . . . . . . .
13.8 Computers . . . . . . . . . . .
13.8.1 Computer hardware tutors .
13.8.2 Operating system tutors . .
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13.15 Science & ecology . . . . . . .
13.16 Writing . . . . . . . . . . . .
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14.1 Viewing programs . . . . . . . . .
14.2 Drawing/editor programs . . . . .
14.3 Paint programs . . . . . . . . . .
14.3.1 Graphics diversions . . . . .
14.4 Presentation graphics . . . . . .
14.4.1 Animation applications . . .
14.4.1.1 "Morphing" applications
14.5 CAD/CAM applications . . . . . . .
14.5.1 Vector/ray tracing . . . . .
14.6 Business applications . . . . . .
14.6.1 OCR applications . . . . . .
14.6.2 Mapping/cartography . . . . .
14.7 Ready-made graphic images . . . .
14.7.1 Multi-format images . . . . .
14.7.2 BMP images . . . . . . . . .
14.7.3 PCX images . . . . . . . . .
14.7.4 WPG images . . . . . . . . .
14.7.5 Other formats . . . . . . . .
14.8 Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . .
14.8.1 Cataloging tools . . . . . .
14.8.2 Graphic screen capture . . .
14.8.3 Graphic print screen . . . .
14.8.4 File format translators . . .
14.9 Software tools & add-ins . . . . .
14.9.1 For multiple programs . . . .
14.9.2 For AutoCAD . . . . . . . . .
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15.6 Gambling . . . . . . . . . . .
15.7 Gardening . . . . . . . . . .
15.8 Genealogy . . . . . . . . . .
15.8.1 Pedigrees . . . . . . . .
15.9 Ham radio . . . . . . . . . .
15.10 Health . . . . . . . . . . .
15.10.1 Food/dietary/kitchen . .
15.10.2 Exercise/fitness . . . .
15.11 Household automation . . . .
15.12 How-to projects . . . . . . .
15.13 Hunting & fishing . . . . . .
15.14 Lottery . . . . . . . . . . .
15.15 Movies & video tapes . . . .
15.16 Music . . . . . . . . . . . .
15.17 Personalities . . . . . . . .
15.17.1 Diaries & journals . . .
15.18 Photography . . . . . . . . .
15.19 Planes, trains & automobiles
15.20 Quotes & anecdotes . . . . .
15.21 Reading (and writing, too) .
15.22 Scouting . . . . . . . . . .
15.23 Self development . . . . . .
15.24 Sports . . . . . . . . . . .
15.24.1 Betting pools . . . . .
15.24.2 Handicapping . . . . . .
15.24.2.1 For `the ponies' .
15.24.2.2 For other . . . . .
15.24.3 Baseball/softball . . .
15.24.4 Basketball . . . . . . .
15.24.5 Boating sports . . . . .
15.24.6 Firearms . . . . . . . .
15.24.7 Football . . . . . . . .
15.24.8 Golf . . . . . . . . . .
15.24.9 Martial arts . . . . . .
15.24.10 Soccer/rugby . . . . .
15.24.11 Other . . . . . . . . .
15.25 Travel . . . . . . . . . . .
15.26 Software tools & add-ins . .
15.26.1 For other . . . . . . .
15.27 Other . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 16: Religion & philosophy
16.1 The Bible . . . . . . . .
16.1.1 Bible programs . . .
16.2 For houses of worship . .
16.3 New age/occult . . . . . .
16.4 Philosophy . . . . . . . .
16.4.1 Metaphysics . . . . .
16.5 Software tools & add-ins .
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17.1 Adventure . . . . . . .
17.2 Arcade games . . . . . .
17.3 Board games . . . . . .
17.3.1 Backgammon . . . .
17.3.2 Mahjong . . . . . .
17.3.3 Other . . . . . . .
17.4 Card games . . . . . . .
17.4.1 Solitaire . . . . .
17.5 Non-card games . . . . .
17.5.1 Solitaire . . . . .
17.6 Casino games . . . . . .
17.7 Jokes & humor . . . . .
17.8 Logic & brain games . .
17.9 Practical jokes . . . .
17.10 Puzzles, mix & match .
17.11 Sayings & stories . . .
17.12 Simulators . . . . . .
17.12.1 Sports . . . . . .
17.13 Star Trek & Star Wars .
17.14 Strategy/simulation . .
17.14.1 War games . . . .
17.15 Trivia . . . . . . . .
17.16 Word games . . . . . .
17.16.1 Crossword puzzles
17.16.2 Cryptanalysis . .
17.16.3 Word search . . .
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18.1 Assn. Shareware Professionals
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Appendix A: Author addresses

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Appendix B: Vendor addresses

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Appendix C: Bulletin Boards

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Appendix D: Retired shareware

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Appendix E: Sorted list of all programs

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Appendix F: Supporting Members

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ASP Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition)

ASP Shareware Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition)


th
st
4 volume, 21 edition
Published September 2, 1995
Copyright 1995 by the Association of Shareware Professionals
(ASP), a non-profit organization; all rights reserved. Any
specific hardware/software names used in this catalog are the
(registered) trademarks of specific companies. Individuals,
bulletin board systems, national information systems, non-profit
organizations, and government agencies may freely distribute this
document in electronic form. For-profit disk vendor companies
may distribute this document in electronic form if they have an
ASP associate membership and if they charge only their normal
distribution fees. All others must obtain prior written permission from the Association of Shareware Professionals. Write
to the ASP at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442.
The programs & services described in this catalog come from
members of the Association of Shareware Professionals. This
catalog may not list every ASP-member product and it may not be
current. Send all comments about the catalog to the above
address, or to CompuServe userID 70007,4004, or as a message in
the CompuServe SHAREWARE forum.
ASP strives to produce accurate catalogs BUT this publication may
contain any number of typographical, graphical, printing, or
interpretation errors.
"These programs are produced by members 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 Ombudsman can help you
resolve a dispute or problem with 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". The Ombudsman may be contacted by FAX
by sending to the ASP FAX number: (616) 788-2765. In
communication with the Ombudsman please include a telephone number and/or FAX if available.
Please write to the ASP at the above address if you have any
comments or questions about this catalog.

ASP Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition)

Chapter 1
How to read this catalog
ASP members have supplied product descriptions for each shareware
application they offer. The catalog groups them by subject
matter and lists them alphabetically. If you want to know the
name/address/phone for the author of a particular program, turn
to the index and look for the program by name. You'll usually
see two page references: one describes the page where you read
about the program, the other mentions the page where you can find
information about the author (in Appendix A). Just turn to the
appropriate page and scan for the name of the program.
The Association of Shareware Professionals does NOT rate members'
software for functionality or usefulness, nor can it attest to
the validity of any product description in this catalog. That is
for you - the user - to decide. Shareware, especially those
products authorized to carry the ASP logo, can be tested on a
"try before you buy" basis. If the software doesn't meet your
needs, you won't have to worry about getting a refund. (That's
the beauty of the shareware marketing concept.)
1.1 Minimum requirements
Every program description lists its computer and operating system
requirements (e.g. "IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better"). Unless noted
otherwise, each program assumes you have a standard keyboard,
monitor, printer, and either two floppy drives or a hard disk.
And unless noted otherwise, programs written for the IBM PC
assume you have at least 512k of total installed RAM. Many programs may also need specific hardware or software such as:
CD-ROM drive
A device capable of reading CD-ROMs. A CD-ROM
looks just like a regular compact disk with music
on it, but it has information on it only a
computer's CD-ROM drive can read.
CGA monitor A video monitor capable of displaying CGA
graphics. This includes most "laptop CGA"
computers, plus higher resolution monitors such as
the EGA or VGA. Some (but not all) of the
described programs may operate correctly with a
Hercules monitor if you use a "CGA simulator"
program; consult your video monitor manual for
details.
Dual 720k disk drives
At least two floppy drives capable of writing at
least 720k of data per disk, or, preferably, a
hard disk (see below).

ASP Catalog for BBS Users (Master Edition)

EGA monitor A video monitor capable of displaying EGA


graphics. This almost always includes VGA and
other higher-resolution monitors. CGA and
Hercules monitors won't suffice.
EMS memory Memory accessible via the Lotus-Intel-Microsoft
Expanded Memory Specification. Not to be confused
with expanded memory, extended memory, or XMS
memory (see below). Windows, OS/2, and newer
versions of DOS come with software designed to
implement EMS memory on computers with enough
installed memory.
Epson printer
A printer capable of recognizing the Epson print
command set (an industry standard). Some
printers, including some laser printers, have
options to behave like an Epson printer. Some
programs may require a specific model such as the
Epson MX-80 or FX-100.
Hard disk A fixed-, removable-, or network-drive device
capable of storing multiple megabytes of data.
Some programs also assume you have at least one
floppy drive in addition to the hard disk.
Hercules monitor
A video monitor capable of displaying Hercules
graphics. CGA, EGA, VGA, & SVGA monitors won't
suffice.
HP DeskJet A Hewlett-Packard DeskJet or compatible printer.
Some programs may require a DeskJet starting with
a specific model such as the DeskJet Plus or
having a specific feature like a RAM cartridge.
HP LaserJet A Hewlett-Packard LaserJet or compatible printer.
(HP DeskJet printers recognize most, but not all,
of the HP LaserJet command set.) Some programs
may require a specific model such as the LaserJet
II or with a specific feature like the LaserJet
IIIDSi.
Math coprocessor
An IBM PC or compatible computer with an installed
math coprocessor unit. Commonly referred to as an
"80x87 chip," these include the 8087, 80287, and
80387 coprocessors. (80486- and Pentium-based
computers have math coprocessors by default.)
Most 8086-, 80286-, and 80386-based IBM PCs &
compatibles have no installed math coprocessor by
default. (80286- and 80386-based computers can
accept a math coprocessor if you purchase one.)
Modem
A modem. Almost all programs work with a "Hayes
compatible" modem, specifically one able to
recognize the Hayes command set (an industry
standard). A few programs claim to work with nonHayes modems too. Some programs may require the
modem to operate at a specific rate of speed (e.g.
"1200 baud").
Mouse
A Logitec- or Microsoft-compatible mouse.

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Network

A computer hooked up a local area network (LAN).


Program descriptions will normally specify the
different types of LAN systems under which they
can operate.
Plotter
A plotter output device. Many of the described
programs need a plotter able to recognize the HPGL
(Hewlett Packard Graphics Language) command set.
PostScript printer
A printer able to interpret the PostScriptr
command set. Many printers (including the HP
LaserJet series) offer PostScript compatibility
via plug-in cartridges. Software also exists to
emulate PostScript on hundreds of popular
printers.
SVGA monitor
A video monitor capable of displaying SVGA
graphics. This almost always includes higherresolution monitors. CGA, EGA, VGA, and Hercules
monitors won't suffice.
Streaming tape device
A device capable of reading streaming tapes. Also
referred to as a "tape backup device." Streaming
tapes look something like a standard music
cassette or videocassette, but it holds
information only a computer can read. Common
streaming tapes include DC600, DC2000, DC2120;
tape storage formats include QIC-40 and QIC-80.
VGA monitor A video monitor capable of displaying VGA
graphics. This almost always includes higherresolution monitors. CGA, EGA, and Hercules
monitors won't suffice.
XMS memory Memory accessible via the Lotus-Intel-Microsoft
eXtended Memory Specification. Not to be confused
with expanded memory, extended memory, or EMS
memory (see above). Windows, OS/2, and newer
versions of DOS come with software designed to
implement XMS memory on computers with enough
installed memory.
1.2 Registration benefits
All ASP member shareware products come with certain minimum
benefits when you register. The author must acknowledge your
registration (you don't just get a canceled check) and must
provide a minimum amount of technical support for at least three
months.
Many authors provide other registration benefits such as a
printed manual, a master disk, a year of unlimited phone support,
source code, etc. The product description will mention them when
appropriate.

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In addition, every ASP member can offer the following benefits to


registered customers:
CompuServe
IntroPak
obtain an introductory membership to the CompuServe network with a $15 usage credit when you
register an ASP member's shareware product.
Many authors include this information when they acknowledge
registrations. Contact the author if you need assistance.
Some authors add "registration reminder screens" to the shareware
version of a program as a way to gently remind people to
register. (The ASP sets ethical standards regarding it.) Almost
all authors will either send a copy of the program without
reminder screens, or will disclose a method to disable the
reminders, once you register the product.
1.3 Sample product description
This sample description will help you understand what each field
means:
Product: Shareware Program Name
[***]
A "[***]" across from the product name indicates a new or
updated description since the last catalog.
Author: name & phone number of the person or company offering
this product. See Appendix A for detailed information about
the person or company.
Version: version number (release date)
Needs: computer type [IBM PC, IBM 80386, Macintosh, etc.],
operating system, and version number. May also describe other
needed or recommended hardware & software. See above for more
details.
Registration fee: The cost of a single user license, expressed
in U.S. currency unless otherwise noted. Many authors provide
"multi-tier" registrations, and you may pay a little more or
less than the amount stated here depending on your situation.
(You can often save money by "reading the fine print.") Some
authors include shipping & handling fees in the prices while
others don't. Most authors offer network, site, and corporate
licenses for a higher fee; please contact the author in
question for details and price quotes.
SWREG#: applies only to CompuServe users. You can register this
product on CompuServe and have the cost added to your service
bill. This method of payment proves especially useful for (1)
overseas users who don't have a credit card accepted by the
author; and (2) business customers who find it easier to
register shareware by tacking the fee onto a corporate-

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sponsored CompuServe account. CompuServe users should GO


CIS:SWREG for more details.
PsL#: you can register this product via the Public (software)
Library, and you can pay for it with your MasterCard, Visa,
American Express, Optima, or Discover card. Call (800)
242-4775, have your credit card handy, and have the product's
PsL registration number handy. (Overseas customers should call
U.S. 713-524-6394.) Or if you want to fax your shareware
purchase order to PsL, fax it to (713) 524-6398.
Registration benefits: Describes the benefits you get for registering the software. All ASP shareware programs come with certain minimum benefits (see above for details).
Look for: FILENAME.EXT on BBSs (call xxx-xxx-xxxx to download it
at no charge); FNAME.EXT in GATE:FORUM forum LIB 9 on CompuServe (or contact userID 78901,2345 for assistance); FILENAME.EXT in ROUNDTABLE RTC LIB 9 on GEnie (or contact userID
J.QAUTHOR for assistance).
Download size: the size of the file(s) to download, in
kilobytes. A 2400 baud modem can download about 14 kilobytes
per minute under normal conditions.
Special instructions: tells if the author limits product
distribution to the United States. In some cases the author or
company may have signed a contract forbidding worldwide shareware distribution. In other cases the product may only appeal
to an American audience (income tax software for example). In
rare cases, U.S. federal laws may actually prohibit the author
or company from distributing the product in other countries.
Editor's note: the catalog editor may append text of his own if
something needs further explanation.
Description: a paragraph or two of text which describes the
shareware product in detail. This information comes direct
from the author or company behind the program.

Chapter 1, "Shareware Products"

PART 1
Shareware Products

Chapter 2, "Utilities"

Chapter 2
Utilities
2.1 Disk utilities
Product: 4DOS
Replacement for traditional command processor. See full
description on page 120.
Product: 4DOS for Windows NT
Replacement for Windows NT command processor. See full
description on page 120.
Product: 4OS2
Replacement for OS/2 command processor. See full description
on page 121.
Product: C-Menu/32
A stunning easy 32-bit VGA menuing system. See full
description on page 184.
Product: Directory Freedom
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Version: 4.61 (06-03-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 192k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DF461.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it at
no charge); DF461.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
5 (or contact userID 72561,2637 for assistance).
Download size: 235k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, compact alternative to DOS Shells which goes far beyond
just letting you copy, move, and delete files. You also get
things like user-defined menus and SmartViewers to integrate
external programs, a system information screen, and much much
more. All this in a program less than 35kb in size since it is
written in assembler! Easily customized through an external
configuration program. A great companion for PC compatibles of
any size and users from novice to expert.

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Product: DRIVEMAP
Author: Oxford House Software
Version: 1.2 (08-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DMAP12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:QUARTERDEC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 5k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Display information about disk drives on your PC. Identifies
floppy, fixed, network, removable, Stacker and COMpanion
drives, as well as ASSIGN, JOIN and SUBST drive mappings. Works
under DESQview.
Product: Easy Install
Creates instant distribution disks. See full description on
page 486.
Product: FileFinder
Author: California Software Design, 707-575-9868
Version: 4.4 (09-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 400k RAM; Hard disk.
Optionally uses LIST, QEDIT, Shez, and word processor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support; bonus utilities. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: FFF44.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-636-2667 to download it at
no charge); FFF44.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76266,2634 for assistance); FFF44.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID J.DERR1 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 271
Download size: 163k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you find files and directories on any hard disk attached
to your PC, including network attached drives. Numerous search
options are available, including the ability to search for
files using an expanded wild card specification. I.E. "*PRO*"
will find all files that have the letters PRO anywhere in the
file name. A command line version and a full screen version
are both included. The full screen version will search for
duplicate files, allows you to launch programs, perform fuzzy
searches.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Virus detection/prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 206.

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Product: HiVIDEO
DOS memory expander for VGA/EGA systems. See full description
on page 75.
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 206.
Product: MicroFox DOS Utilities
DOS Utilities for Printers, screens, files. See full
description on page 38.
Product: QuickDir
Author: SUPERWARE, 203-723-0014
Version: 1.32 (11-16-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks
of other shareware; discounts on other products. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: QDIR132.ARJ on BBSs (call 203-753-9205 to download it
at no charge); QUICKD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71564,725 for assistance).
Download size: 133k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A must-have for maintaining your hard and networked drives.
Features an instantly displayed, multiple drive directory tree
you can customize. Over 50 DOS functions, including 'auto
verify' copy for diskettes. Easily graft or eliminate a
directory branch. Tag files for copy or move. Simple 2 key Zip,
Arj archive extract. Uses your own editor or list program. Find
duplicate, archive or any file. Delete or copy them easily.
Amazingly small (107k), fast, and a joy to use.

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Product: SAFEPACK
Author: D J Harvey Software
Version: 1.5 (03-08-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 100k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $16.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 24
months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support. Lifetime
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: SAFPAK15.ZIP on BBSs; SAFPAK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 100031,627 for
assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This disk defragmenter for MSDOS up to 5.0 and DR DOS up to 6.0
is designed so that the data on the disk should be immune to
any interruptions to the program, whether due to user
interrupt, machine failure, or even a power cut.
Numerous options allow files and directories to be sorted into
almost any order, and many other optimizations are possible. It
may be run in unattended mode, allowing use in batch files.
Works on any standard DOS Disk, irrespective of media,
including OS/2 FAT volumes.
Product: Shez
Program shell for managing compressed files. See full
description on page 52.
Product: Snooper
Fast, friendly, powerful system info utility. See full
description on page 134.
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF
21 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 130.
Product: WizManager
Fantastic File Manager add-on. See full description on
page 195.
2.1.1 Disk cataloging
Product: 4EDIT
File description editor for 4DOS. See full description on
page 219.
Product: Disk Piecharter
Graphical File Manager extension. See full description on
page 16.

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Product: DISKLIST
Diskette cover & label producer - 39 formats. See full
description on page 28.
Product: DiskMan for Windows
Author: Diskmaster Software, 410-418-8825
Version: 2.1 (04-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 200k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DSKM21.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73507,3505 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides the most user friendly method to catalog floppy disks,
hard drives, bernoullis, etc. Produces professional quality
disk labels including optional graphics and also produces an
array of library reports. Full font support, file comments,
NDOS file comment compatibility, disk comments, archive
extraction, and now imports Catdisk files. "I have not found a
commercial program that comes close."
Product: DizView
View FILE_ID.DIZ files in all your ZIPs. See full description
on page 36.
Product: File Finder/Grouper
The best file finder! Find & process files. See full
description on page 37.
Product: INFOMANIA
Author: Brian Sutton, 813-920-0882
Version: 2.1 (05-10-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 6 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: INFOMA21.ZIP on BBSs; INFOMA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPCAPPS forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73160,676 for
assistance); INFOMA21.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID B.SUTTON1 for assistance).
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Find that obscure bit of information you saved somewhere two
years ago! Lets you store all your text files offline on
floppies, yet finds any word or combination in less than a
second. It will prompt you to insert the proper disk, if

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needed, then automatically display the file. You can read,


copy, edit, or print any portion(s). Handles many thousands of
files, has context-sensitive hypertext help, mouse support.
Handles files of unlimited size. Gets you organized
painlessly!
Product: LJ-SLEEVE
Print floppy storage sleeves on laserjets. See full
description on page 113.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Windows image catalog utility. See full description on
page 576.
Product: QCDRUN
Menu system for accessing CD-ROMs in Windows. See full
description on page 190.
Product: SmartCat Plus
Author: Shareable Software International, 708-397-1221
Version: 1.5 (07-23-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: SMTCAT15.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-623-6203 to download it
at no charge); SMTCAT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76226,2652 for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A sophisticated new disk/CD management system for Windows. Full
Windows MDI support, virus scanner interface, floppy, hard
disks and CDs, archive support for ZIP, ARC, LZH, PAK and ARJ.
Multiple discrete catalogs, sophisticated searching and
reporting capabilities, label printing. 240 byte comments, full
Windows help.

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Product: ViDir/ViRes File Monitor System


Author: Vahnzinn international, 215-643-6901
Version: 1.02 (02-28-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM. Memory-resident
portion: 8k-72k RAM depending on options.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe,
mail support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: VIDIR*.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it at
no charge); VIDIR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 70353,151 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2564
PsL#: 11232
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Determines what files you never use, backs them up, and then
deletes them, helping you save up to 80% of your disk space
without deleting the programs or data files you use. It's like
connecting additional disk drives to your system without the
expense! Also helps you determine: which, of all your files,
are used the most, so you can move them to a RAM disk, and
which word processor or spreadsheet files you need to take with
you on a trip or to print your documents on another PC.
Product: Wssindex
Author: WSS Division of DDC, 617-275-1183
Version: 5.27 (06-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, mail support. 3-month return
policy. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WSSI527*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
617-275-5834 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Builds a database of directory information from any size DOS
disks. Extracts directory information from popular archive
formats including ARC, ARJ, HYP, LBR, LZH, PAK, SDN, ZIP, ZOO
and self-extracting. Image size and number of colors can be
extracted from BMP, GIF, JPG, PCX and TIF files. Assign
comments and categories to files and disks. Extract 4DOS/NDOS
comments. Select files from the database by a variety of
criteria, direct reports to screen, printer or disk. Capacity
10-12,000 files.

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2.1.2 Hard disk utilities


Product: Bootit
Multi-boot/user defined HD specs. See full description on
page 119.
Product: DaMenu
A premier point & shoot DOS menu. See full description on
page 185.
Product: DATA PROTECTOR
Protect your data against anauthorized access. See full
description on page 209.
Product: Disk Piecharter
Author: Zorn Software
Version: 1.1 (03-08-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 4096k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: DSKPIE11.ZIP on BBSs; DSKPIE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 73134,2177 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3976
PsL#: 11746
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Windows Filemanager extension that graphically shows disk usage
per directory and per file. Zoom in and out on piechart
segments. Enables you to delete whole directory trees (if
desired) and shows the effect on free disk space. Seemless
integration with Filemanager. Once installed you'll never want
to be without it.
Product: Drag And Zip
Drag and Drop shell for PKZIP/UNZIP. See full description on
page 48.

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Product: DRIV_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.30 (10-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: DMAN130.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-371-2490 to download it
at no charge); DRIMAN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71631,744 for assistance).
Download size: 82k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A disk utility management tool that displays pertinent logical
drive data - up to 26 drives on a single screen for analysis/
storage. Display includes: drive data summary with cap. used
free for each avail/selected drive, drive data graph with the
same data, total disk summary and graph, and individual drive
data displaying data on one drive at a time. Options include:
selectable/editable drive range, disk storage of the disk drive
summary display, auto run, ++.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates
Version: 7d (08-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: lifetime CompuServe, mail support.
lifetime return policy. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Support, free upgrade.
Look for: EDDY7D.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it at
no charge); EDDY7D.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70162,2357 for assistance).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* Full-screen directory editor
* Disk & directory manager
* Backup & recovery utility
* File finder, viewer & patcher
* Hex/text string finder & replacer
* Sector editor, RAM editor
* Powerful DOS shell
...and MUCH more!
"Computer Language" says:
"The interface ... is elegant."

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"...clean, easy-to-use, well-written program."


"...quality of product we've seen from Peter Norton."
Product: Examine
Author: Aquila Software, +44-(0)1892-531108
Version: 1.12 (08-08-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: L-10.00 (add L-2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add L-2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
L-2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; 2-month return policy;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: EXAMN112.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 79k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast and versatile text search utility that can search both
text and binary files using either ordinary words or GREP-like
regular expressions, the UNIX searching utility, for more
sophisticated searches. Searches can be across multiple drives
over networks or can be restricted to a single directory with
the option of searching subdirectories if so desired. Files can
be viewed either with their associated application or with the
program's own fully configurable internal viewer.
Product: ExamineZip
Author: Aquila Software, +44-(0)1892-531108
Version: 1.01 (08-08-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: L-10.00 (add L-2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add L-2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
L-2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; 2-month return policy;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: EXZIP101.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 127k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Searches for files and text within files stored in ZIP archives
created with PKZIP (v2.0 or below). File searches can use DOS
wild-cards while text searches can use either ordinary words or
GREP-like regular expressions. Each search can be across
multiple drives over networks or can be restricted to a single
directory. The program can also be used as a fully functional
UNZIP utility where the contents of an archive can be listed,
viewed, tested or extracted to disk. PKUNZIP is not required.

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Product: File Finder/Grouper


The best file finder! Find & process files. See full
description on page 37.
Product: FootPrint
Author: SUPERWARE, 203-723-0014
Version: 1.4 (11-16-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: FOOTPT14.ZIP on BBSs (call 203-753-2667 to download it
at no charge); FOOTPT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71564,6725 for assistance).
Download size: 82k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Determines the changes which occurred on your hard or networked
drives. Use daily, for application uninstall, or auditing.
Fast; scans over 500 meg in 15 sec! LANs too. Reports all
changes, so you can easily see what happened to a file, what an
install program did, or what software changed on your PC. Saves
you tons of grief! Not a TSR. Just run FP.EXE, use option 'H'
for instructions. "When you need to know 'what happened' help
is just a FootPrint away".
Product: Jason's File Finder
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 2.0d (09-03-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: JFF20D.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); JFF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1493
Download size: 37k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful, fast, and extremely easy-to-use DOS file finder. Will
search for multiple file specs, and accepts standard DOS
wildcard characters. Searches across multiple drives, either
specific or a "range" of drives, and can also search in
specific directories. Accepts any combinations of the above.
Optionally, can perform a DOS command on every file found. Will
also calculate total byte counts for found files.

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Product: LOCATE
Author: System Solutions Company, 919-788-9656
Version: 2.00 (06-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 125k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LOC200.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NOVUSER forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72064,1052
for assistance).
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Find files/directories fast and easy. Colorful output may be
redirected to printer or file. Search multiple drives,
selected directories, the DOS path, and NetWare Search MAP.
Locate files by date, age (in days), time, attributes, size,
and/or NetWare file owner. Set/Change file date, time,
attributes, and even NetWare file owner. Search for text
within files. Run commands and build batch files. Delete
files. Jump to the directory of LOCATE'ed file. Set defaults
for many options.
Product: Mass-Store Copy
Copy disks with only one drive. (Opticals!). See full
description on page 41.
Product: PALERT
Verify enough disk freespace before using pgm. See full
description on page 128.
Product: PC-Vault
Security system - access control & protection. See full
description on page 210.
Product: PC-Vault Plus
Security system - access control & protection. See full
description on page 210.

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Product: PCOPY
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 9.3 (09-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s). 3 months of support.
1-month return policy.
Look for: PCOPY93.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PCOPY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
PCOPY93.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
The COPY utility DOS should have provided. Even with DOS 6.0,
DOS COPY can be dangerous to use and has limited options.
Abundant options include: Multiple output disks, fill disks
efficiently, split files across disks, select files by date/
time/size, update/merge dirs and more. Special *DISK*.* type
wildcards. Scan/Make directories, prevent accidental file
overlays. Menu or command driven. Featured in PC Computing July
1991 - Taming your Hard Disk by Preston Gralla.
Product: PDEL
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 4.4 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of BBS
support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: PDEL44.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it at
no charge); PDEL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance); PDEL44.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID PATRISOFT
for assistance).
Download size: 62k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
The file delete utility that DOS should have provided.
Extensive file selection capabilities let you delete just what
you want. Select by date/time, size, attribute, special
wildcard patterns like *DISK*.* and mode. Delete until a
specified amount of freespace exists. Wipe file data before
deleting to prevent file undelete. Test feature simulates
delete. Emergency stop by pressing any key. Recommended in PC
Computing July 1991 - Taming your Hard Disk by Preston Gralla.

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Product: PocketD Plus


Award-winning 220+ option DOS army knife. See full description
on page 193.
Product: Practical Joke Collection
[***]
Three harmless practical jokes for DOS. See full description
on page 684.
Product: PSEARCH
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 5.2B (07-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of BBS
support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: PS52B.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2820 to download it at
no charge); PSRCH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance); PS52B.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID PATRISOFT
for assistance).
Download size: 99k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Used by thousands to locate files on hard disks. You provide
words or phrases, and it will scan directory(s) to find files
containing the text. Extensive file selection and pattern
matching are provided. Provides intelligent display of found
text with scroll back and program launcher. Saves search
results for later review. Recommended in PC World as one of the
Best of Shareware products in 1990 (October 1990).
Product: PTOUCH
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 2.0 (02-03-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $14.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s). 3 months of support.
1-month return policy.
Look for: PTOUCH2.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Lets you modify the date and time DOS keeps in file directories
for each file. You may either set them to the current date/
time or to any specific value you desire. Useful for
correcting date/time when the system clock was improperly set.
Can also be used to set a group of files to the same date/time
value. This helps associate them as a synchronized group.

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Product: QIC-BAT for CMS


Enhancement software for Colorado tape drives. See full
description on page 42.
Product: RDIR: Relative DIRectory Size
Author: R.P.McCormick
Version: 1.43 (09-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$13.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware.
Look for: RDIR***.ZIP on BBSs (call DELPHI-&-AOL to download it
at no charge); RDIR***.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS's DIR does not show the size of subdirectories. This shows
the relative size of subdirectories in an ordered list, a pie
chart, and a bar chart. Pinpoints where disk space is being
used. CGA, EGA, VGA. Navigate around your disk by selecting and
examining directories from the list on the graphics screen
using arrow keys. Or enter drive/directory name from the
command line. RFILE can now be run from RDIR to examine the
relative size of files in the selected directory. Reviewed in
PCM and Compute.
Product: Reconcile
Selectively copy files across disks/directory. See full
description on page 57.

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Product: RFILE: Relative File Size


Author: R.P.McCormick
Version: 1.16 (09-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $7.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$13.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware.
Look for: RFILE***.ZIP on BBSs (call DELPHI-&-AOL to download it
at no charge); RFILE***.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 78k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Shows selative file size of all files in the selected directory
in a pie chart. Optionally enter a directory name or extension,
such as *.TXT on the command line. Or edit the directory name
as displayed on the graphics screen. An aid to finding where
disk space is being used up.
Product: SINCE: List Modified Files
Author: R.P.McCormick
Version: 1.29 (07-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $7.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$13.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware.
Look for: SINCE***.ZIP on BBSs (call DELPHI-&-AOL to download it
at no charge); SINCE***.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a printable list of all files modified since the date
(and optional time) you specify on the command line. Or only
those files with the selected attributes A H S R. Type SINCE at
the top level, followed by the date, and it will list all files
worked on by you or others since that date. Lets you know when
to back up your hard drive. Type "SINCE a" at the top level to
see how many files have been modified since the last backup.
Reviewed in Jan 1993 Compute magazine.

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Product: Stowaway True Archival System


Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 2.2 (07-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $43.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s). 3
months of support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: STOW191.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); STOW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
STOW220.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Frees hard disk space by archiving inactive files from hard
disks to a library of offline archive disks. Use its directory
manager to select data to be archived. It works like a backup
program to move the files to diskette while indexing them on
your hard disk. Has data compression, automatic diskette
formatting, viewing of files prior to archival and much more.
Very professionally implemented!
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed, 403-225-2663
Version: 1.4 (11-14-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe support. 1-month
return policy. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TBOX14.ZIP on BBSs; TBOX14.ZI on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70724,2747 for
assistance).
Download size: 345k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides an improved interface to DOS functions. It allows
access to normal DOS command line functions while adding an
improved alternative - incorporating point-and-shoot
operations, directory tree displays, text file views, and file
management activities not available through DOS. Also supplied
with a number of stand alone utilities for displaying allocated
drives, showing files accessible on the path, directory space
usage, and much more.

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Product: USEMGR
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 1.0 (03-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; discounts on other products. 6-month
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: USEMGR10.ZIP on BBSs; USEMGR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A new and powerful system for managing hard disks. For the
first time, you can automatically determine which files your
system accesses frequently, which it seldom uses, and which are
just unwanted clutter. Regain control of your hard disks, and
sort out the files you really use from among the myriad of
files that modern applications like Windows install on your
hard disk based on a certain knowledge of how many times each
file has been accessed and when the last access occurred.
Product: WinUpD8R
Work/home file transfer/update/backup utility. See full
description on page 31.
Product: XDIR
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 3.05 (03-09-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities. 6-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: XDIR305.ZIP on BBSs; XDIR30.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 58k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A commented directory utility that replaces the DOS DIR
command. You can attach a descriptive comment of up to 65
characters to each file. The comment will appear in the
directory display. Makes sure that comments will stay with
your files when you COPY, RENAME or MOVE them. Can RUN
programs from the directory list and supports executable
extensions, automatically recognizing the appropriate
application to launch for each selected file.

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Product: XED
Hex/binary file editor w/ INS+DEL, S&R. See full description
on page 68.
2.1.2.1 Optimization & defragmentation
Product: HDTEST
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc., 215-527-4408
Version: 5.35a (10-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 312k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HDTEST.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72255,305 for
assistance).
Download size: 142k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows thorough READ/WRITE testing of a hard disk partition or
floppy disk without disturbing data on the disk. Data from a
problem area is moved to a known good area, and the disk's FAT
and directory entries are adjusted to preserve the structure of
the file of which it is a part. Recognizes and tests large
partitions created by MS/PC DOS 4.xx or 5.xx, as well as
proprietary partitions created by SpeedStor or Disk Manager.
Product: SpeedBack
Author: MicroTools Inc, 203-651-6170
Version: 2.3 (02-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SPDBK.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72077,437 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast and user friendly disk defragmenter. Using a special
algorithm to minimize movement of data, files are moved to the
front of the disk and placed in contiguous clusters.
Directories are also moved ahead of data files and cleaned up
to remove extra records. Works on all size drives and has an
easy to use mouse/hot key interface. Gets the speed back on
your favorite drive. Defragments disks with up to 24,000
files!

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Product: ViDir/ViRes File Monitor System


Monitor file usage; eliminate unused files. See full
description on page 14.
2.1.3 Floppy disk utilities
Product: Disk Drive Cleaner
Author: Rosenthal Engineering, 805-541-0910
Version: 1.0 (10-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 64k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $16.50 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.75 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, mail support; LAN license; site
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Bonus cleaner kit
(includes solvent & non-abrasive cleaner disk).
Look for: CLEANER1.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
805-528-6172 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 33k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Cleans floppy disk drive heads safely & effectively, preventing
data loss, unreliable performance and errors due to microscopic
foreign particles, dirt, dust, oxides and smoke that
accumulates on heads. Preventative maintenance takes only about
four minutes and requires no removal or mechanical disassembly
of the disk drive hardware.
Product: DISKCOPY
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: DISKCOPY.* on BBSs; DISKCOPY.* on GEnie in 0 forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 13k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Copies an entire floppy disk onto a file on the fixed disk and
back again. Provides: Easy copying of a floppy disk from A to
A or from B to B, without the need to swap disks several times.
Make many copies of a single disk without the need to use a
source disk. Includes automatic formatting.

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Product: DISKLIST
Author: Gulf Sierra, 301-460-0354
Version: 3.06 (01-25-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support. Bonus
utilities. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: DISKL306.ZIP on BBSs (call 202-547-2008 to download it
at no charge); DSK306.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73270,77 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Produces diskette lists & labels with the directory contents
for 5.25", 3.5", and hard disks in 39 formats. Reads all subdirs. Prints different or duplicate lists on every label on
Avery Laser label sheets. Prints on disk sleeves with PCL5.
Font downloading. Optionally displays file names in ZIP, ARC,
PAK, ZOO, and LHZ. DISKFLAP holds non-sticky list to 3.5"
disks. Configure layout of top of list. Prints on all printers,
video screen or a file.
Product: DJ-SLEEVE
Print storage sleeves for floppies on Deskjet. See full
description on page 104.
Product: Double Directory
File/disk manager; 2 directories side-by-side. See full
description on page 36.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 17.
Product: FLOPTOOL
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: FLOPTOOL.* on BBSs; FLOPTOOL.* on GEnie in 0 forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Analyzes a floppy disk and writes onto fixed disk a hexadecimal
file describing the disk. Any disk can be read, even if
formatted in an unusual way. It reveals the order of sectors
and the secrets of copy-protection.

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Product: FreeForm
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 2.3 (11-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FF23.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Formats all styles of standard DOS disks, as well as non-DOS
disks, and customized DOS disks (i.e you can make up your own
copy protection schemes.) Gives complete control over
formatting parameters such as sector size, disk density, # of
sectors and tracks. Menu driven, user configurable formatting
parameters.
Product: Jason's File Finder
DOS file finder, searches multiple drives. See full
description on page 19.
Product: MAXI Form
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 1.8 (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. 360k/720k/1.2meg/1.44meg
floppy drive.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support. 2-month
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MAXI*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance); MAXI*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID MIKLOS.G for assistance).
Download size: 59k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A floppy disk formatting program that gives more space on a
disk: 360k disks are expanded to 420k, 720 becomes 800k, 1.2
meg becomes 1.4 meg and 1.44 meg is boosted to 1.6 meg. The
disks are user transparent to DOS version 3.20 or later and can
be used interchangeably with normal DOS disks.

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Product: MEG SYSTEM INFO GRAPHS PIE 3-D


Colorful system info Disk% MEMORY% 3-D pie. See full
description on page 142.
Product: PDEL
Safe/Precise DOS delete. Extensive features. See full
description on page 21.
Product: PS-SLEEVE
PostScript floppy storage sleeve printer. See full description
on page 116.
Product: Reconcile
Selectively copy files across disks/directory. See full
description on page 57.
Product: WINIMAGE
Author: Vollant Gilles
Version: 1.11 (09-15-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WINIMA*.ZIP on BBSs; WINIMA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 100144,2636 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Make disk image from floppy, extract file from image, make an
empty image, inject file on it and put the image on blank disk.
Toolbar, status bar, 3D-look, drag & drop client and server.
Change image format, defragment, delete file on image and
better usability.
Product: WinUpD8R
Author: Open Windows, 719-531-0403
Version: 4.1 (03-12-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of fax, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return
policy; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts on
other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: UPD8R_41.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge); UPD8R.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75236,3243 for assistance);

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UPD8R_41.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS RT forum LIBrary 11 (or


contact userID NA for assistance).
Download size: 281k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
If you use "floppy net" to move files back and forth between
computers, you need WinUpD8R! It can automatically keep your
files up-to-date on multiple machines while providing tripleredundant backup of your data in the process. Many available
modes, including batch operation. No cables or modem transfers
necessary.
2.1.3.1 Disk duplicating
Product: Master Disk
Author: Rosenthal Engineering, 805-541-0910
Version: 2.0 (10-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 64k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $179.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: MASTER20.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
805-528-6172 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 73k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prepares floppy diskettes used as masters for software
duplication and distribution. Software duplicated from these
originals are more reliable and resistant to virus
contamination. It examines the diskette and drive for flaws and
errors, and verifies the quality and integrity as being
suitable for use as the original master, fills unused sectors
and boot tracks with special security code. Documentation
includes extensive anti-virus test data.

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Product: SAB Diskette Utility


Author: Stewart A. Berman
Version: 2.50 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $7.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support. 6-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: SABDU250.ZIP on BBSs; SDU250.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 76366,1664 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1256
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The Windows diskette utility. Using disk drives under Windows
is easy & efficient when you can:
* Format/copy/compare/save floppy diskette images in
foreground or background
* Read a diskette once and make multiple copies
* Save images to hard drive
* Convert diskette image formats while preserving boot and
reserve sectors
* Create distribution sets with group restores
* Browse diskettes and saved diskette images
Includes extensive online help
2.1.3.2 Disk formatting
Product: SAB Diskette Utility
Format/copy/convert/save diskette images. See full description
on page 32.
2.1.4 Directory utilities
Product: ACZAR for DOS
Powerful archive/compression shell for DOS. See full
description on page 46.
Product: ACZAR for Windows
[***]
Windows archive/compression shell. See full description on
page 47.

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Product: SuperDIR
[***]
Author: Cottonwood Software, 913-663-3022
Version: 1.1 (08-20-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $17.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; lifetime limited return policy; royalty-free source
code; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SUPDIR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCUTIL forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75264,1630 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5329
PsL#: 11950
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DIR-type utility with include/exclude filters. Also formats
for DB import, multiple include and exclude file and directory
masks, many sorting, filtering, and output options, can sort
ALL files in tree (not just within each subdirectory). Comma,
tab, and space delimited output can be piped to a file or to a
DOS program. (For example, pipe all .BAK files to a utility to
delete them.) Source is royalty-free object-based C++.
Product: XFile
Multifunction desktop utility for Windows. See full
description on page 147.
2.2 File utilities
Product: 4DOS
Replacement for traditional command processor. See full
description on page 120.
Product: 4DOS for Windows NT
Replacement for Windows NT command processor. See full
description on page 120.

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Product: 4FILES
[***]
Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
Version: 3.23 (08-25-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 128k RAM.
Strongly recommended: 4DOS or NDOS.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: 4FILE323.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it
at no charge).
PsL#: 10574
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
System enhancer & file manager makes all of your work easier!
* Combines fast directory navigation with finger-tip
launching & loading of your data files & utilities
* File management functions & archiving support 4DOS/NDOS
file descriptions
* Works from a sortable directory listing that shows and
edits file descriptions
* Runs well with DOS, OS/2, Windows & DESQview
* Easy on-the-fly configuration & registration branding
* Recommended by 9/94 PC Computing magazine
Product: 4OS2
Replacement for OS/2 command processor. See full description
on page 121.
Product: ComeBack
Author: MicroTools Inc, 203-651-6170
Version: 3.0 (01-06-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can recover files that were deleted or even overwritten. It
can recover files even after you have written over the
directory entry. Easy to use. No searching through sectors.
Mouse/Hot key user interface makes recovering files a snap.
Works on all size hard drives. Over 40,000 registered users of
this product swear by it!

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Product: CommEx
[***]
Common dialog extensions for Windows 3.1/3.11. See full
description on page 214.
Product: DizView
Author: Lincoln Beach Software, 314-861-1500
Version: 2.0 (06-09-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: DIZVUE20.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); DIZVUE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70700,630 for assistance).
PsL#: 11790
Download size: 66k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Catalog all your ZIP files! Ever wonder just what all those
ZIP files were? Now you can look at them without opening every
one of them manually. This will gather all of the FILE_ID.DIZ
files from your archives in a directory and put them in menu to
view by files or by subdirectory. Now you can catalog all of
your directories, edit each description and resave it to the
catalog and your ZIP file. Sysops!! Now create a custom
FILES.BBS file for your BBS.
Product: DO
Author: RobiNets, 702-827-4682
Version: 4.3 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus data.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DO.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A text/binary file utility. Find, replace; sort FAST; tag lines
within range; cut columns; Mac/UNIX/DOS; glue 2 files side-byside; merge sorted files; remove blank &/or duplicate lines;
paragraphs from lines or converse; expand tabs; filter by high
bits, number, letter, control characters, numbers, other;
insert strings at a given column; produce upper/lower/mixed
case; remove/compress white space; more. Supports redirection.
Includes PEEK, PSORT.

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Product: Double Directory


Author: 100% Cotton Software, 717-289-4019
Version: 1.40 (06-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 272k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; bonus utilities; disks
of other shareware.
Look for: DBLDIR14.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 127k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A file and disk manager that displays 2 directories side-byside. Scroll through both simultaneously. Compare them & tag
the differences. Copy, move, rename, delete, view, print and
change attributes of files. Sort, make, mask, and remove
directories. Shell to DOS or shell and run a program (w/ or w/o
Double Directory removed from memory). 25-, 43-, and 50-row
modes. Many configuration options. Point and shoot interface
and mnemonic commands. Context-sensitive help.
Product: File Finder for Windows
Powerful file finder for Windows 3.1. See full description on
page 214.
Product: File Finder/Grouper
Author: EnGamma, 703-548-6869
Version: 2.02 (04-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 180k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; registration
commissions. 24-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FFG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71674,1747 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1558
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The best file finder! Use multiple date/time/size/day-of-week
ranges, attrib., text as criteria to find or exclude files and
group them for subsequent processing. Search ZIP/ARC/LZH/ARJ/
ZOO. All or specified drives. Use *abc* wild cards. Create
database of files. Execute files or arbitrary DOS command for
each. Use relative date/time. Output is user configurable.

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Product: HandyDOS
File/disk, prof batching, video & menu utils. See full
description on page 142.
Product: LOCATE
File find & maintenance for DOS/NetWare. See full description
on page 19.
Product: MicroFox DOS Utilities
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 1.14 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better. 64k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: US$10.00 (add US$2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add US$3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses)
(add US$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of
other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: UTL114.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); UTL114.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
UTL114.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
MicroFox Utilites for DOS. Printer utilities. Batch file
utilities. Screen utilities. File utilities.
Product: PATTR
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 1.5 (11-05-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s). 3 months of support.
1-month return policy.
Look for: PATTR15.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PATTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Sets DOS attributes for one or more files. Can process one or
more directories with a single command and advanced file
selection capabilities are provided. It is commonly used to
set or reset the DOS archive flag to cause or prevent files
from being processed by your favorite backup utility.

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Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF


21 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 130.
Product: Super Stuff Utilities
Windows based utilities that enhance Windows. See full
description on page 204.
Product: WizManager
Fantastic File Manager add-on. See full description on
page 195.
2.2.1 Backup/restore
Product: ACZAR for DOS
Powerful archive/compression shell for DOS. See full
description on page 46.
Product: ACZAR for Windows
[***]
Windows archive/compression shell. See full description on
page 47.
Product: BakupWiz
Author: PCX, 619-259-9797
Version: 3.29fl (01-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $7.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: BWIZ.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-481-6479 to download it at
no charge); BWIZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 70216,174 for assistance).
Download size: 144k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Quick & reliable: speeds greater than 2 megabytes per minute.
Flexible: back up all files, any files you select, or any
changed files. Network support: NetWare 286 and 386 including
Apple File Protocol are supported. Directory and file access
privileges and binderies are backed up while users are still
logged onto the system. Secure: uses a password system to
shield your data. Easy to use: pull-down menus, helplines, and
message windows.
Product: COMpanion
DOS personal network for up to 5 PCs. See full description on
page 428.
Product: Crush
Create much smaller archives than PKZIP! See full description
on page 48.

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Product: Easy Backup


Author: Easy Software, 01625-614669
Version: 4.5 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3044
PsL#: 11492
Download size: 205k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A no-frills compressed backup system. It backs up a single
directory (and any sub directories). There are no wildcard or
date stamp options. Perfect for anyone who regularly backs up
complete directory structures. Previous settings are stored in
a data file so that subsequent backups are simply selected from
a list.
Product: FSave
Author: KMR Consulting, 716-293-3241
Version: 1.1 (03-15-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
Hard disk. PKZIP or other compression/archiving program.
Registration fee: $17.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of
unlimited phone, mail support; bonus utilities; disks of other
shareware; discounts on upgrades; registration commissions. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: FSAVE11.ZIP on BBSs; FSAVE1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 74034,1441 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simplifies the task of saving files on your PC. You specify
which files on your PC can be recovered from other sources
(original media, BBSs, distribution diskettes, etc.). This
need only be done once. Then FSave only backs up the files
which cannot be gotten elsewhere. This makes your periodic
filesaves small, fast and easy. No special hardware (e.g. tape
drive) is needed. I regularly back up my 170 mb disk onto a
single 1.44 floppy.

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Product: GetBack
Author: MicroTools Inc, 203-651-6170
Version: 2.4 (12-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus
utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GTBK22.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72077,437 for
assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured GUI backup and restore utility (a text based
interface is also present for slower machines). Can backup up
to four megabytes per minute. Many outstanding features
including extensive online help, mouse support, file
compression, batch mode operation, point and click directory
tree selection, full, incremental and differential backups, and
multiple drive support. Formats floppies as needed or on
demand. Supports all DOS based networks. Multiple user
configurations available.
Product: Mass-Store Copy
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 2.6 (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk; one removable disk
drive.
Registration fee: $59.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual with disk; one year of
Phone/FAX/mail/Email/BBS support;Certificate for $7 off a
subscription to Shareware Magazine; free CompuServe Membership.
Look for: MSCOPY??.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); MSC??.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCHW forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 74777,3004 for assistance).
Download size: 145k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
"Make copies of optical disks while using only one optical
drive!" Make backup copies of:
* Bernoulli Box disks
* Erasable Optical
* "Super Floppies"
* WORM Disks
* Removable/Portable hard drives
Backup copies of disks can be made while using only one
removable disk drive (No need to buy a second drive.). Copies
any size removable DOS disk, regardless of the available hard
disk space. Files larger than your hard drive can be copied.

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Product: MegaBack Hard Disk Backup


Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 2.3 (04-27-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $43.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 3 months of BBS support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MBACK230.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); MBACK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
MBACK23.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides painless backup. Professional features, yet easy to
use. Better than DOS 6 backup in several ways - the most
important being its storing of all backup data on one set of
sequentially numbered backup diskettes. Features: Diskette
formatting; file select/exclude; compression; spans files
across disks; multiple hard disks; appends incremental to full
backups; backup index; selective restore; menus; command line;
utilities; error recovery and more!
Product: Open Menu
Flexible fast general purpose menu program. See full
description on page 189.
Product: PCOPY
The copy program "that DOS forgot" See full description on
page 20.
Product: QIC-BAT for CMS
Author: Command Line Software, 970-667-4566
Version: 1.2 (11-08-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor. Colorado Memory Systems
backup software.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers

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(see page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed. Windows version


of QIC-BAT.
Look for: QICBAT12.ZIP on BBSs (call 970-663-5507 to download it
at no charge); QICBAT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCHW forum
LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 72673,357 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1067
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This backup utility for Colorado tape drives unleashes the
power of your CMS tape backup software by providing access to
features not available using CMS's menu software. Creates
error-free backup batch files with just a few clicks of the
mouse. Multi-drive backups, mouse support, tag file generator,
on-line help, group drives and verification reports.
Product: Rosenthal UnInstall
Author: Rosenthal Engineering, 805-541-0910
Version: 1.0 (04-25-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $19.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $4.75 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $5.50
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited mail support; LAN license; site license;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: UNSTAL01.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
805-528-6172 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 42k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Automatically remove unwanted Windows & DOS programs, files,
directories and restore changes made to AUTOEXEC.BAT,
CONFIG.SYS, WIN.INI, SYSTEM.INI. Run it before you add anything
new to your system. At your option, changes can be kept, or
deleted, and the system completely returned to normal.
Safeguards provide display of all directories and files
(including hidden ones) for review and confirmation. This is an
absolute necessity for trying shareware.
Product: Stowaway True Archival System
Archive seldom used/inactive files to disks. See full
description on page 24.
Product: Teleshare/DOS Remote Access
[***]
Basic DOS remote control. See full description on page 445.
Product: WinUpD8R
Work/home file transfer/update/backup utility. See full
description on page 31.

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Product: Zip Server(TM)


PKZIP 2.04g compatible Windows utility. See full description
on page 55.
2.2.2 File encryption
See also: Utilities, Security programs.
Product: BCM Menu System
Menu, disk maint,text editor & compress shell. See full
description on page 197.
Product: DATA PROTECTOR
Protect your data against anauthorized access. See full
description on page 209.
Product: File Maven
DOS file manager and file transfer utility. See full
description on page 192.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Virus detection/prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 206.
Product: FreeForm
Ultimate floppy disk formatting program. See full description
on page 29.
Product: PC-Vault
Security system - access control & protection. See full
description on page 210.
Product: PC-Vault Plus
Security system - access control & protection. See full
description on page 210.
Product: Power Edit
Network text editor, email, file encryption. See full
description on page 429.

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Product: Puffer
Author: Kent Briggs
Version: 1.0 (05-25-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 160-bit encryption
key enabled in registered version.
Look for: PUFF10.ZIP on BBSs.
PsL#: 14046
Download size: 182k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A password-based data file and e-mail encryption utility for
Windows. Keep your personal, business, and electronic
transmitted data private. Uses the highly rated Blowfish
algorithm for fast, secure encryption and the Secure Hash
Algorithm (SHA) for key generation. Three output formats are
supported including binary, self-extracting executables, and
7-bit text for Internet e-mail. Also includes a three-pass,
secure file wipe feature.
Product: Safe Program
Author: Regnoc Software, 510-806-0713
Version: 1.00 (07-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; 31/2" master disk(s); 1 months of
phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return policy;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 4936
PsL#: 14106
Download size: 308k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lock your files in a software safe and set the combination.
Mail the safe using any form of electronic mail. Anyone
receiving the file sees a closed safe, but can only access its
contents if they know the combinatoin. Accepts all types of
data from disk files, clipboard cut and paste, drag and drop,
OLE, etc. Visual and audio feedback in the user interface.
Windows 3.1 users may need to also install OLE 2.0 files.

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Product: WDN: Wipe Directory Names


Author: R.P.McCormick
Version: 1.20 (07-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $5.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$13.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware.
Look for: WDN***.ZIP on BBSs (call DELPHI-&-AOL to download it at
no charge); WDN***.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Typically an empty directory takes up 2048 or 4096 bytes of
disk space. This seeks out and removes hidden & unused
directories with one command. After making copies of floppies
by copying them to a temporary directory on the hard drive you
will delete or wipe the files using Norton's Wipefile for
example. A directory "tree" is left behind, requiring you to
use DOS's RD command, and type in every name. RD leaves a
remnant of the old directory name on the disk, with only its
st
1 character removed.
Product: Zip Pro
Full Zip/UnZip support for Windows 3.1. See full description
on page 54.
2.2.3 File archiving & compression
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Includes 4DOS file descriptions in ZIP files. See full
description on page 219.
Product: ACTION Process Automator
Triggers predetermined actions in Windows. See full
description on page 124.
Product: ACZAR for DOS
Author: CZAR Software, 915-595-8787
Version: 2.10 (10-23-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.2 or better. 527k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1 free


update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ACZAR210.ZIP on BBSs (call 915-595-8705 to download it
at no charge); ACZAR2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71031,3614 for assistance).
SWREG#: 420
PsL#: 10939
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compare with SHEZ or ARCMASTER and see what you have been
missing. Very easy to use, but powerful! Mouse support, SAA/GUI
Interface, supports ZIP, ARJ, LZH, PAK, ARC, ZOO, SQZ, HYP,
ARCE, ARC128, ARC286, all SFX files, SCAN, built-in file viewer
+ editor, revolu- tionary Drag & Drop functions, Backup/Restore
entire drives/directories using ZIP or ARJ, and much more!
Product: ACZAR for Windows
[***]
Author: CZAR Software, 915-595-8787
Version: 3.00 (08-18-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 527k RAM; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: ACZAW300.ZIP on BBSs (call 915-595-8705 to download it
at no charge); ACZAW3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71031,3614 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2107
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Beats WinZip by far!!! Built-in ZIP and UNZIP comp. with
v2.04g, built-in multi-volume! Supports ZIP,ARJ,LZH,PAK,
ARC,ZOO,SQZ,HYP,ARCE,all SFX, McAfee's SCAN,DIET,PKLITE,LZEXE,
Drag & Drop,3-d interface, Backup/Restore entire drives or
directories using multi-volume ZIP or ARJ, view archives within
archives unlimited levels deep, and much more...

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Product: ARCHIVE TRACKER


Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.0 (12-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 275k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; discounts on upgrades. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ACTR10.ZIP on BBSs; ACTR10.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 271k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Consists of a recommended file archiving system and the
implementing software that keeps track of the archived computer
files. Software reads archive directories and stores file data
in database that can be searched to locate specified files.
Product: Crush
Author: PocketWare, +44-81-203-3731
Version: v1.3 (11-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 80k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: CRUSH.ZIP on BBSs; CRUSH.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 100031,3537 for
assistance); CRUSH.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 2870
PsL#: 11363
Download size: 66k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Super-compressor for DOS. Fed up with limited compression
performance of Stacker, PKZIP (2.04g), UC2, ZOO, ARJ and LHA?
This will usually give 5%-50% improved compression over any
other DOS compression tool, & yet allows the user to continue
using the archiver already in use. Fast & the ideal choice for
users keen to save disk space. Too good to be true? No! Try it!
PocketD v4.1 compatible.
Product: Directory Freedom
Compact file manager and application launcher. See full
description on page 9.

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Product: Drag And Zip


Author: Canyon Software, 415-382-7999
Version: 2.41 (06-22-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. EGA monitor.
PKZIP/PKUNZIP.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support. 1-month return policy. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DRAGZP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 74774,554
for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes any file manager that supports Drag and Drop into a Zip
file manager. Drag files to a zipper icon and run PKZIP on
them. Double click on a Zip file in file manager and a window
with the Zip file listing pops up. Tag files for extraction or
deletion. Run the associated program on a file. View the file
with the built in ASCII viewer. Drag and drop directories.
Fileman Launcher installs into File Manager and runs DZ with
it. When you quit file manager, DZ automatically quits too.
Product: File Maven
DOS file manager and file transfer utility. See full
description on page 192.
Product: INFOMANIA
Indexes text files/finds offline text quickly. See full
description on page 13.
Product: JRchive
Author: JAYAR Systems, 416-751-5678
Version: 1.02 (11-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
royalty-free runtime license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: JRC102.ZIP on BBSs (call 519-940-0007 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 86k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compresses files and stores them in an archive file. It has a
"concatenated archive" option that puts the files in the
archive first, then compresses it for better compression
ratios. Archives and the file extraction program may be

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distribute without royalty and you may also create royalty-free


self-extracting archives.
Product: PMZIP
Author: Nico Mak Computing, Inc.
Version: 1.00 (01-14-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better. PKZIP/PKUNZIP.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of
CompuServe, mail support; disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PMZIP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMOS2 forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70056,241 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An OS/2 Presentation Manager ZIP shell featuring
v/ Point and click SAA/CUA compliant interface for adding,
deleting, extracting, and viewing members of a ZIP file
v/ Multi-selection list box with the names, sizes, and date/
time stamps of files in a ZIP file (double-click on a file
to view it)
v/ Extensive online hypertext help/documentation
v/ Easy installation
v/ All options can be saved and restored
v/ Support for File Manager Drag and Drop interface
Product: PocketD Plus
Award-winning 220+ option DOS army knife. See full description
on page 193.
Product: PUT, GET, Install Utilities
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 3.43 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 192k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; LAN license; site license; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other

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shareware; discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: PUT343.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); PUT343.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
PUT343.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Utilites for compressing/decompressing and archiving/
unarchiving files. Also for creating your own program
installing utility for your software packages.
Product: QFiler
Simple, powerful with 2 side-by-side windows. See full
description on page 194.
Product: QuickDir
DOS and archive shell. Custom directory tree. See full
description on page 11.
Product: Rosenthal WinLite
Author: Rosenthal Engineering, 805-541-0910
Version: 1.0 (10-24-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program
can run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one
floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $149.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support; site license; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WINLITE1.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
805-528-6172 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 242k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compress MS-Windows programs to dramatically reduce their size.
Programs compressed are functionally identical to the
originals, only smaller. For example, consider the 180k
"Solitaire" game that is bundled with MS-Windows 3.1. You can
compress it to less than 77k, or 43% of its original size. The
smaller, more efficient programs save disk space, LAN overhead,
disk caching resources and discourage reverse engineering.

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Product: RPF Zip Control


Author: RPF Software
Version: 2.1.5 (12-03-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.1 or better. VGA monitor. OS/2 ZIP/
UNZIP utilities.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 12-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: ZIPCT215.ZIP on BBSs (call 703.385.4325 to download it
at no charge); ZIPCTL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:OS2SHARE forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71660,535 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1373
Download size: 373k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy-to-use 32bit PM program which shields the user from the
command line when using the OS/2 freeware ZIP.EXE & UNZIP.EXE
utilities. Users have a "point and click" view of the contents
of .ZIP files and can create new .ZIP files.
Product: Safe Program
Lock files in a software safe - Email secure. See full
description on page 45.
Product: Shez
Author: California Software Design, 707-575-9868
Version: 9.5 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 400k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse. One or more compression programs: ZIP, LHA, ARJ,
ZOO, SQZ, or PAK.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; 3 months of BBS,
CompuServe, GEnie, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: SHEZ95.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-636-2662 to download it at
no charge); SHEZ95.ZI on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76266,2634 for assistance); SHEZ95.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID J.DERR1 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 270
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A program shell designed to make working with compressed files
a much eaiser task. Can handle ZIP, ARC, ZOO, LZH, PAK, SQZ,
AND ARJ compressed files. The user can use drop down menus to
manage their compressed files, or built in hotkeys can be used
for the more advanced user. Provides built-in context
sensitive help for all functions, and provides a common
interface to all of the supported compressed file formats. You
can view, create, modify, convert, virus-check, and much more.
Mouse support.

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Product: SQWEZ
Author: JM Software, 609-423-1989
Version: 1.0 (04-16-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can
run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy
disk drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $1.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $1.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SQWZ1.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74131,1704 for
assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use multi-file compression package that outputs a
self expanding program. File overwrite and CRC data checks are
used to help assure quality data compression and decompression.
Ideal for software authors to package their program files for
distribution.
Product: Stowaway True Archival System
Archive seldom used/inactive files to disks. See full
description on page 24.
Product: Universal Install
Software installation development kit. See full description on
page 489.
Product: ViDir/ViRes File Monitor System
Monitor file usage; eliminate unused files. See full
description on page 14.

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Product: WinZip
Author: Nico Mak Computing, Inc.
Version: 5.0 (11-08-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: PKZIP/PKUNZIP, ARJ, LHA, and a virus
scanning program.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; discounts on
upgrades. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: WINZIP*.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge); WINZIP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70056,241 for assistance).
SWREG#: 402
Download size: 199k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Bring the convenience of Windows to ZIP, ARJ, and LZH files
with an easy-to-use point-and-click interface. Features builtin PKZIP-compatible ZIP and UNZIP, full drag and drop support,
and extensive help. View, run, extract, add, and virus scan
files in archives.
"Repeatedly Charms You" - Windows Magazine, 12/92
"Must-have Shareware Treasure" - Compute, 10/92
"Powerful Yet Intuitive" - PC World, 8/92
"WinApp of the Month" - PC Computing, 3/92
Product: XMENU
Small, fast shell for LHA, PKZIP, ARJ, etc. See full
description on page 201.
Product: Zip Pro
Author: Synaptek Software, 905-276-8835
Version: 1,0 (11-22-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; CGA
monitor; XMS memory.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; Network
(LAN).
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);

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discounts on upgrades. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free


update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ZP_ARC10.ZIP on BBSs; ZP_ARC.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 74167,722 for
assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
With built-in Zip/UnZip, encryption, multivolume, drive windows
with tree and file views, Zip lists, Zip views and unique
interface features to simplify and animate Drag & Drop. PKZIP
not required. Fully PKZIP 2.04g compatible. Not just a shell,
this application brings real Zip functionallity to Windows and
makes it visual and simple to use. The Drag Bubble make Drag &
Drop a truly intuitive experience.
Product: Zip Server(TM)
Author: Redei Enterprises, 310-832-6984
Version: 1.3 (04-13-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Mouse; XMS memory; math
coprocessor.
Registration fee: $39.50 (add $5.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 794k (about 59 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tool for creating, updating, viewing and extracting PKZIP
2.04g compatible archives by loading ZS as a visible
application or using it remotely and invisibly from another
Windows application. Multi volume archives. Sample code for
using with Visual Basic and with MSWord 6.0

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Product: ZiPaper
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.3c (12-30-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk. PKZip/PKUnzip or LHArc.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ZIPAPR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72301,2164
for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Randomly selects .BMP files for wallpaper each time you run
Windows. Keep the .BMP files in one ZIP or LHArc file. Save
disk space! Supports tile/center and more. Support for multiple
ZIP files, manual selection of BMP file, LHArc and more.
2.2.4 File comparison
Product: DIFF
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Version: 1.21 (10-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6
months of CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: DIFF121.ZIP on BBSs; CSDIFF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73030,1070 for
assistance).
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays the differences between two text files or between two
directories or ZIP archives. The two text files (or
directories) are displayed side by side. Common and different
sections are clearly marked with separator lines. Especially
useful for programmers who wants to see the differences between
two versions of a source text file or to show the differences
between two sets of files, where one or both sets can reside in
a ZIP archive. Various formatting and comparison options are
available.
Product: FootPrint
File tracking: daily, softwre install, audit. See full
description on page 19.

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Product: PMFLCOMP
Author: American Coders, LTD., 919-846-2014
Version: 1.61 (05-30-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.0 or better. 4000k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. 3-month free upgrading allowed. 2 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: PMFLCOMP.ZIP on BBSs; FLCOMP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OS2USER forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74150,2370 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1918
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compares two files using three different methods:
1. Ascii/line: compares two files on a line by line basis.
An excellent tool for comparing differences in source
programs.
2. Hex/binary: compares two files on a byte by byte basis. A
comprehensive listing to compare right down to the bit
level.
3. Checksum: comparees two files by calculating a checksum
value for both files. The fastest way to compare two
files. Provides options to customize the comparison type.
Product: Reconcile
Author: Shareable Software International, 708-397-1221
Version: 1.30 (05-18-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $24.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products. Bonus DOS version.
Look for: WINREC13.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-623-6203 to download it
at no charge); WINREC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76226,2652 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Selectively updates two directories both ways. Up to 20 include
and exclude file masks. Script files. Supports remote drives
created with Interlink, Brooklyn Bridge, etc. Invaluable for
users of portables or offices with no network. Compares all the
files in a pair of directories and marks wach file for
exclusion, update or copying, according to what you have told

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it to do. It copies files backwards and forwards until both


directories contain the most up-to-date version of every file
needing update.
Product: SHERLOCK
Author: Gulf Sierra, 301-460-0354
Version: 2.73 (12-28-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone/mail support. Bonus
utilities. Shareware disks of other programs.
Look for: SHERL273.ZIP on BBSs (call 202-547-2008 to download it
at no charge); SRL273.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73270,77 for assistance).
Download size: 121k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A text comparison utility, compares two ASCII files line by
line. Displays five lines from each file in separate windows.
You may scroll either or both files passed the mismatch to put
them in sync and continue. Either file can be automatically
scanned to locate a line matching the line selected in the
other file. Contains features for searching, ignoring case,
spaces, tabs, jumping around the files and copying lines to a
printer. This is a tool for programmers and writers.
Product: STF: Show Two FIles
Author: R.P.McCormick
Version: 1.45 (09-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$13.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware.
Look for: STF***.ZIP on BBSs (call DELPHI-&-AOL to download it at
no charge); STF***.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 62k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Select filenames from a directory list. Use PageUp & Down,
Home, End & Arrow keys to move around each file independently
or together. Differences are "highlighted" by dimming unequal
lines in one file. Optionally ignores spaces in comparison. A
single file may be viewed full width. Searches for and
highlights found text. Sliding centerline varies the relative
viewing width of each file. Optional VGA graphics mode. Chosen
to be included in "DOS 6.0 Power Tools" by Bantam Books.

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Product: WDiff
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Version: 1.30 (05-29-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: WDIFF130.ZIP on BBSs; WDIFF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73030,1070 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1772
PsL#: 11663
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays the differences between two text files or between two
directories or ZIP archives. The two text files (or
directories) are displayed side by side. Different sections are
marked with separator lines and different colors. Especially
useful to see the differences between two versions of a text
file or to show the differences between two sets of files,
where one or both sets can reside in a ZIP archive. Various
formatting and comparison options.
Product: Windev - Windows Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows 3.1. See full
description on page 495.
Product: Windev - Windows NT Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows NT. See full description
on page 496.
2.2.5 File sorting & conversion
See also: Writing applications, Writing utilities, File format
translators; Spreadsheet applications, Spreadsheet utilities,
File format translators; Database applications, Database
utilities, File format translators; Communications,
Communication utilities, File format translators; Graphics,
Utilities, Cataloging tools.
Product: ACZAR for DOS
Powerful archive/compression shell for DOS. See full
description on page 46.
Product: ACZAR for Windows
[***]
Windows archive/compression shell. See full description on
page 47.

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Product: Bigsort
General purpose data sorting utility. See full description on
page 291.
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research, 619-793-8300
Version: 2.0 (05-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $26.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy;
bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DPERF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WPUSERS forum LIBrary 21 (or contact userID 73170,216
for assistance).
SWREG#: 3319
PsL#: 10595
Download size: 229k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts xBase compatible data (dBase III/IV/5, Fox, Clipper,
etc.) to Word Perfect (4.2-6.x) secondary files for mail merge
applications. Features record and field selection, and record
sorting. Allows American/European date format. Converts
European characters. Single- or multi-user. Prints summary
sheets and creates setup files to automate the conversion.
Includes data base browser, memo-field conversion and support
for latest versions of dBase and Word Perfect.
Product: Extract It
Author: TeraByte Unlimited
Version: 1.00 (07-14-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $17.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EXTRIT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCUTIL forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70751,3507 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 6606
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DOS-based data report extractor utility. It enables you to
extract and export selected fields from an ASCII report file to
a standard ASCII delimited file. This file can be imported to

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just about any database or spreadsheet application. An


incredible value!
2.2.6 File viewers
See also: Writing applications.
Product: 4EDIT
File description editor for 4DOS. See full description on
page 219.
Product: ACZAR for DOS
Powerful archive/compression shell for DOS. See full
description on page 46.
Product: ACZAR for Windows
[***]
Windows archive/compression shell. See full description on
page 47.
Product: DEXTER Text Editor
Premium quality multi-file text editor. See full description
on page 225.
Product: DIFF
File/Directory/ZIP difference utility. See full description on
page 56.
Product: Drag And View
Author: Canyon Software, 415-382-7999
Version: 2.0 (07-12-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. EGA monitor; Hard
disk. Any file manager that supports drag and drop.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support. 1-month return policy. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DRAGVU.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 74774,554
for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Lets users view files in their native formats. You use it by
dragging files from Win file manager to DV's icon. It will
open up a window displaying the first file in the group in its
native format. Users can look at other files in the group by
choosing their name from the "Filelist" menu. Multiple window
viewing. Search, Goto. Formats supported: ASCII, Hex, Word, Win
Word, Write, WordPerfect, Ami Pro, xBase, Excel, Quattro,
Lotus, Paradox, BMP, ICO, PCX, GIF, TIF, ZIP, LZH.

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Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)


Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 17.
Product: EMERI
Reads your Windows Cardfiles from DOS! See full description on
page 292.
Product: HexEdit
Author: Al Funk
Version: 1.51 (12-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Support, free updates.
Look for: HEXEDT15.ZIP on BBSs; HEXEDT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71505,1277 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A hexadecimal file editor/viewer with a built-in oct/dec/hex
calculator. Includes search, character distribution viewer.
Product: INFOMANIA
Indexes text files/finds offline text quickly. See full
description on page 13.
Product: Inspect & Install for Windows
Setup utilities for Windows/Windows NT. See full description
on page 487.
Product: Katelin Comment Manager
Author: Katelin, Inc., 217-662-6780
Version: 1.20 (09-26-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$11.25 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades;
registration commissions. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; COMMAN.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76530,350 for
assistance).
Download size: 767k (about 57 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets the user attach narrative to your files in your own words.
Comments can be cut and pasted between files. Files can be
copied, moved, renamed, and duplicated while comments remain

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intact. Seach for comments in files, search for files and text
in files. Launch your favorite programs without opening
Program Manager. View text and graphic (WMF, GIF, PCX, BMP,
ICO, TGA) files, also print/copy graphic files. Complete
directory maintenance functions.
Product: MultiVu
Author: Ivden Technologies, Inc., 610-328-1145
Version: 1.1 (03-17-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MULTVU11.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-322-5114 to download it
at no charge); MULTVU.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71221,3602 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2993
PsL#: 11408
Download size: 107k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows utility for viewing files up to 2 GB. Scans your
disk for text or files. Searches for text lightning fast. Keep
up to 20 files open. Drag'n'Drop support. File preload for
smooth scrolling. Background operation: load, search, print
while browsing or using other programs. Maintain bookmarks in
each open file. Separately control screen and printer fonts.
Supports multiple concurrent users on a LAN. Now, multi-select
files, select text color, browse archive (zip, arj, lzh) files.
Product: PMFLCOMP
ASCII/hex/checksum file compare for OS/2. See full description
on page 56.
Product: PopDBF
4k TSR for "instant access to X-Base files" See full
description on page 294.

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Product: QRead
Author: DS Products, 508-250-1351
Version: 2.0 (03-23-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
EGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $23.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: QREAD.ZIP on BBSs; QREAD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70731,1673 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5341
Download size: 259k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you read text files quickly and easily in the Windows
environment. Automatically adjusts the font size or the line
structure to fit the window. Helps you keep track of your
files with reading lists. Lists store file descriptions of up
to 995 characters for easy access to information. Also
provides: reading timers, clipboard view, multi-file search,
and many other tools to make reading on the screen easier.
Product: SCAN
Author: EZ Software
Version: 494 (04-04-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Epson printer.
Registration fee: $5.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A text file viewer (PLUS). Use it to browse around your hard
disk, view and/or print text files, and delete old files that
are just cluttering up your directories. It is quick and EZ to
learn, and fun to use. No mouse is needed.

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Product: SEE (File Viewer)


Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 5.10 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 64k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; LAN license; site license; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: SEE510.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); SEE510.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
SEE510.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays any size file with vertical and horizonal scroll bars
and full mouse support. You can freeze the top rows and left
columns as you scroll the rest of the text in any direction.
Can print files and can search for text strings and find
multiple occurances.
Product: Simply Docs
Author: SimpleWare
Version: 2.1 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail support; royalty-free
runtime license; 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SIMDOC21.ZIP on BBSs (call 709-489-6018 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 144k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compile ASCII text files into EXE/TSR format. Turn README into
RUNME. Use it for program manuals, electronic books,
newsletters, catalogs, master lists, etc. Features easy to use
viewer, search function, extensive support for color documents,
bookmarks, hypertext jumps, print to any device or file, print
any range of pages, print on any printer, auto scrolling, TSRs
swap to EMS/Disk (3.5k), small file size, large documents.
Great program for anyone who distributes text files.

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Product: TC's Toolbox


Author: Specific Applications Software, 612-722-9659
Version: 2.3 (02-17-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Modem.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of CompuServe, mail support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TCT230.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCUTIL forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76470,3424 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4772
PsL#: 11838
Download size: 860k (about 64 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Hex file viewer: view files in a hex & ANSI/ASCII format,
search & compare files, play sound files & more. Font viewer:
display entire font, lists fonts by family, show keyboard map.
System monitor: displays Windows resources. Calendar: monthly
calendar with events you provide. Phone dialer, text editor,
code reference, stopwatch, save it! Contains too many features
to describe here. All come with help files.
Product: Technical Editor (DOS)
DOS virtual programmers editor. See full description on
page 228.
Product: Technical Editor (OS/2)
32-bit programmers editor for OS/2 2.x. See full description
on page 228.
Product: ToolBOX
A simple yet uniquely powerful DOS shell. See full description
on page 25.
Product: TOP
Ultimate DOS command enhancement utility. See full description
on page 123.

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Product: VIEW_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.10 (10-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 200k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: VMAN110.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-371-2490 to download it
at no charge); VIEMAN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 105k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Performs the functions of viewing, editing and/or printing a
selected file in both Hex and ASCII. File selection is by menu
choice rather that typing the path. Viewing and editing task
features include file positioning, search for string, search
and count, and search and replace. Program options may be
specified by command line/menu selection and saved as defaults;
a macro may be defined and run for repetative tasks. Printing
may be directed to any serial or parallel port or a disk file.
Product: WDiff
Windows file/directory/ZIP difference viewer. See full
description on page 58.
Product: Win Change
Author: JRE Enterprises
Version: 3.6 (09-30-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL. PKUNZIP v2.04G or later.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: WCHG36.ZIP on BBSs (call 602-814-0483 to download it at
no charge); WCHG36.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71162,2311 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1207
Download size: 387k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides the ability to globally change and/or find text in
GRP, INI, PIF and other file types. Multiple change/ find
criteria can be specified, works across multiple drives,
including network drives. Provides the capability to "back
out" changes that go awry. Files that have been found or
changed can be viewed, copied, moved, or deleted.

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Product: Windev - Windows Developer


Editor/programmer's tools for Windows 3.1. See full
description on page 495.
Product: Windev - Windows NT Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows NT. See full description
on page 496.
Product: XED
Author: David L. Dight, +61-2-3314521
Version: 1.1b (08-24-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Program can
run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy
disk drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $4.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: XED11B.ZIP on BBSs (call GARBO.UWASA.FI to download it
at no charge); XED11B.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 100033,2563 for assistance).
Download size: 172k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful yet simple to use hex/binary file editor. Provides
all the features you'd expect from a binary editor, including
modify file size: insert/delete from any file; text filters;
unassemble; C-like assignment expressions; create C data
definitions; binary display and edit modes; multiple file
markers; search & replace; import file; ASCII/hex/binary/oct/
dec tables; full mouse support; 25/28/43/50 line modes. A fast
friendly and indispensable tool.
Product: XMENU
Small, fast shell for LHA, PKZIP, ARJ, etc. See full
description on page 201.
2.3 Hardware utilities
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF
21 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 130.

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Product: SysChk
Author: Advanced Personal Systems, 408-298-3703
Version: 2.38 (09-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Modem; Mouse;
Network (LAN); CD-ROM drive; EMS memory; XMS memory; math
coprocessor; sound card.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 497
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
System information checker provides complete details on devices
installed in your system. Shows CPU, bus type, BIOS info,
mouse info, I/O port info, all disk information, CD-ROM,
network, video, memory info, TSRs, system speed, and lots more.
Print out a configuration report on your system. Includes
Pentium detection, I/O IRQs, and SCSI info.
2.3.1 CPU & memory
Product: BOOT.SYS
The heavy-duty configuration manager. See full description on
page 131.
Product: Free System Resources
Author: Chet Williams, 818-954-9128
Version: 1.0 (12-29-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 157k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides notification of low resources. Tracks current and low
percentages for GDI, User and Mem resources. Lets you know
when you are low on resources before you get into trouble.

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Product: HiMOVE
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Version: 2.20 (05-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 286 NEAT CHIPSet or NEATsx
CHIPSet or AT/386 CHIPSet or other upper memory hardware.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: HIMOV220.ZIP on BBSs; HIMOVE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73030,1070 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An upper memory manager for computers with a NEAT CHIPSet from
Chips & Technologies. Uses the shadow RAM capability of these
chipset to create a DOS5 compatible UMB (upper memory block)
area. It can also be used with any other type of UMB provider
software. Lets you load device drivers and resident programs
(TSRs) into unused areas of the upper memory area. Easy menudriven installation and configuration. No editing of
Autoexec.bat or Config.sys files is necessary.
Product: HiVIDEO
DOS memory expander for VGA/EGA systems. See full description
on page 75.
Product: MEG SYSTEM INFO GRAPHS PIE 3-D
Colorful system info Disk% MEMORY% 3-D pie. See full
description on page 142.
Product: Snooper
Fast, friendly, powerful system info utility. See full
description on page 134.

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Product: VMS40 - EMS emulator (disk)


Author: Fugue Software, +61-7-824-2843
Version: 1.2 (04-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VMS240.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100036,311 for
assistance).
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Device Driver - emulates EMS memory on your hard disk Allows up
to 32Meg. Can load EMS page frame into high memory Also LMS40
- converts high memory on 286/386 into EMS memory
2.3.2 Keyboard
Product: BATUTIL
Batch enhancement language. See full description on page 125.
Product: DDKEY
Author: David M. Dibble
Version: 2.02 (12-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 8k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $18.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of mail support; bonus utilities. 1 free update disk(s)
sent out.
Look for: DDKEY202.ZIP on BBSs; DDKEY.ZIP on CompuServe in
ZNT:PBS forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 33k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 7.5k TSR key redefinition utility for writers and
programmers. Features pop-up editing, optional record mode,
literal key, halt for user entry in macros, chain to another
macro, instant on/off, pair shorthand, toggle CapsLock or
NumLock from macro, specified pause, reassign macros to other
key, automatic capitalization at sentence start, 24-hr alarm,
screen blanker, ASCII table, print screen to file, modify
cursor, load and save key files. Fully customizable. Includes
Dvorak layout utility.

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Product: STACKEY
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Version: 4.0 (12-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SKEY??.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,1664 for
assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Has the basic function of stacking keystrokes. It uses English
like F1 for the F1 key rather than cryptic hex codes. It
includes simulated pressing of lock keys, shifts, support for
Carousel, Desqview and hotkey/screen reading script control. PC
Magazine called it the 'ultimate batch enhancer' and PC World
and PC Computing included it in "Best of.." articles. Has a
keyboard recorder and more script control, including branching
on hotkeys and screen strings.
Product: What-I-DID! for Windows
Author: Mission Critical Software, 313-247-0394
Version: 1.0 (10-25-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 100k RAM; Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $11.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WHATID.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINUSER forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73127,77 for
assistance).
Download size: 450k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A safe Windows 3.1 logger of each user's keystrokes and mouse
clicks by application name, by each window you enter. Companies
use this to 1) record the utilization of a PC by each worker,
and 2) to record the productivity of heavy Windows users. Each
window name and application name are stored, the elapsed time
in the window, and the mouse and keystroke counts. Multi-user,
Paradox engine, buffers IO globally.

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2.3.3 Screen
Product: ATTRB
Author: Abri Technologies, Inc.
Version: 1.6 (10-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 100k RAM.
Registration fee: $5.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ATTRB.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72345,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 21k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use, intuitive, full screen, WYSIWYG, file attribute
changing utility to replace dos's ATTRIB. Changes attributes
for directory, file or all files at once. Wildcard selection
and directory changing within the program.
Product: A Batch View
Menus/msgs/info/utilities for DOS batch files. See full
description on page 125.
Product: BLANK-IT
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-767-3106
Version: 5.1b (10-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 1k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 12 months of
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: BLANK51B.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-767-3931 to download it
at no charge); BLANK5.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:RISS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72662,463 for assistance).
Download size: 59k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1990 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Blacks out the computer display after a certain "time out"
period so that the computer screen won't become burned in. Burn
in is not uncommon and can destroy a monitor. Contains several
advanced features such as a quick blank "hot key" (Boss key"),
the ability to enable/disable itself while it's loaded, and
much more. Works with all monitors and is compatible with
Windows! Smaller and faster than the rest with more features
and excellent support!

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Product: BLANK-IT API Specifications


Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-767-3106
Version: 5.1b (10-29-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; source code; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: APIBLANK.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-767-3931 to download it
at no charge); APIBLK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:RISS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72662,463 for assistance).
Download size: 32k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A package containing a program, source code, and an API
reference for use with the BLANK-IT screen saver program.
Utilizes the BLANK-IT API to blank the screen and/or unblank
the screen on demand. This program can be used in a DOS batch
file, an application's "script" file, from the WordPerfect
SHELL, and more! Includes full 'C' source code for programmers
to see how to use it! Includes the BLANK-IT API Reference.
Product: QRead
Read any text file w/ font sizing in Win 3.1. See full
description on page 63.
Product: WINPAK #1
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-767-3106
Version: 1.2 (01-20-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products.
Look for: WINPAK1.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-767-3931 to download it
at no charge); WNPAK1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:RISS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72662,463 for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of high quality, entertaining screen saver modules
designed to be installed on a system running Windows 3.1. Our
modules are added to the list of screen savers that are
recognized by the Windows Control Panel/Desktop option for
choosing a screen saver. Consists of eight different screen
saver modules and a convenient, easy to use installation
utility. Experience our animation!

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2.3.3.1 EGA/VGA specific


Product: ColorDOS
Author: KroTek Electronics, 705-268-7352
Version: 1.52 (06-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 1k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: US$11.00 (add US$3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add US$1.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses)
(add US$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support.
1-month return policy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CDOS15.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70620,1755 for
assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Generates a unique prompt drive letter color and a different
text color for each drive in your system. Also, each
sudirectory in the prompt can have its own color. This gives
instant visual recognition of how many directories from the
root directory you are and also gives the command line an
extreamly pleasing appearance. All options are set using an
excellent setup program and load automatically. 4DOS
compatible. Outputs ANSI escape sequences for different text
color on each drive if required.
Product: DAZZLE
EGA/VGA super-kaleidoscope, image generator. See full
description on page 559.
Product: HiVIDEO
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Version: 2.03 (05-08-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware.
Look for: HIVID203.ZIP on BBSs; HIVID.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73030,1070 for
assistance).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Uses the unused graphics memory of the VGA/EGA display adapter
in text mode to expand the conventional DOS memory by 96kB. The
graphics modes are disabled if the conventional memory is
expanded in this way. The expansion can be switched on and off
dynamically from the command line.

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Product: Palette Adjuster


Author: Lincoln Beach Software, 314-861-1500
Version: 1.8 (06-17-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; VGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PAL18.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); PAL18.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
0 (or contact userID 70700,630 for assistance).
Download size: 42k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Customize VGA palette to any color you like. Gives your screen
that truely customized look!
Product: VPT
Author: clySmic Software, 518-438-5548
Version: 4.15 (12-29-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VPT415.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76156,164 for
assistance).
Download size: 27k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An interactive, easy to use color setting program for the VGA/
MCGA. Allows use of all 262,144 VGA color shades in text mode.
Includes color files, command-line or interactive mode. Slick,
graphical-type display, no numbers to type.
2.3.3.2 Screen savers
If you see "bonus graphics" as a registration benefit for any
of these products, it usually means the author will scan the
color image of your choice for use in your screen saver.
Please contact the author of the product for more details.

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Product: CUSTOM SCREEN SAVER (WINDOWS)


Author: Accidental Software, 619-247-2804
Version: 1.0 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL. Vbrun300.Dll.
Strongly recommended: CD-ROM drive; sound card.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: CUSTSAVR.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 1343k (about 100 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Build your very own custom screen saver with this program.
Registered users can add up to 100 of their own pictures to be
displayed as a screen saver. If you have a Midi, registered
users can add up to 100 midi music files to be played as their
screen saver displays their pictures. Those with a CD-ROM will
be able to listen to CD-AUDIO while the screen saver runs.
Image and Midi files may be individually added. Password
protection and message capability if desired. Images provided.
Product: The Lights Go Down
[***]
Author: Thomas Hoevel Software-Development
Version: 2.20 (07-07-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 2048k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk. (Windows 3.0 must run in Protected [not
Real] Mode.).
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Mouse; sound card.
Registration fee: US$25.00 (add US$4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add US$4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses)
(add US$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. Bonus source code.
Look for: LIGHTS22.ZIP on BBSs; LIGHTOUT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PIKAPRO forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 100550,324 for
assistance).
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Screen saver collection with 28 modules with password and
randomizer. Tremendous graphics, great animations (e.g. Flying
Pigs), surprising special effects. Bitmap Show for .BMP & .JPG
files (sequentially for presentations or by random). Fractal
images with palette animation. Plus dice game and 2 utilities
(WinPulse: graphical display of CPU usage, WControl: exit or
re-start Windows easily).

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The German version WEEP was a winner in Ziff-Davis' European


Shareware Awards 1995 (Games category).
Product: Mystic Pixels
Author: Tesuji Technology
Version: 1.1 (06-06-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $7.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MSTPIX11.ZIP on BBSs; MSTPIX.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71500,3566 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2853
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A "kinder, gentler" Windows screen saver that slowly
manipulates pixels on the screen. It runs in one of ten
different modes that either move, recolor, or erase pixels. You
can pick a mode or allow it to randomly pick one each time it
starts. Some modes eventually fade the screen to black while
the others move or recolor the pixels originally on the screen.
Product: Photo Show 3D
Author: Progressive Logic
Version: 1.21 (03-05-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; SVGA
monitor. 386+ and 256(exactly) color Windows video driver.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 6 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on upgrades. JPG image
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PS3D.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73047,253 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3243
PsL#: 11590
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows screen saver that maps a BMP or PCX image to the
surface of a 3D object and tumbles it across the screen. The
object may be either a flat rectangle with the image on each
side, a cube with the image on all six sides, or a custom ball
shape with a user selectable number of facets. The image may be

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either mapped around one half of the custom object or tiled


onto each facet. Great for logos and family photos!
Product: Screen Saver Sampler
Author: Damsel Software Group, 603-485-2677
Version: 2.0 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products. Bonus screen saver sampler.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 2500k (about 186 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Has 24 full-screen images best suited for 256-color VGA cards.
All images are 640 X 480 pixels. 6 images each are shown from
4 major Damsel screen saver collections; New England
Wildflowers, New Hampshire Wilderness, the Big Sky Collection,
and the Damsel Surreal Art Collection. Screen display time
(approx 30 sec on a 486/33Mhtz) and transition effects are
hard-wired, but password protection and mouse aware/ignore
choices are included.
Product: Seascape
Author: Advanced Computer Tektonics, 415-424-1403
Version: 1.4 (11-26-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 6 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SEAS14.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71204,2226 for
assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows 3.1 screen saver which displays relatively realistic
fish (Sergeant Majors) and tiny animals on which they feed. The
animation quality is far better than in the usual cartoon-like
fish screen savers, winning comments from users such as
"Beautiful design job" and "Great fish! Just like the real
thing" and "It looks beautiful!", and leading PC Computing (May
'93) to select it as a "Best Bet".

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Product: WinSecure
Author: ViewPoint Software, Inc., 714-777-8362
Version: 2.0 (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: WINSEC20.ZIP on BBSs; WINSEC.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71127,2610 for
assistance).
Download size: 390k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Hot key from any Windows program and your personalized
screensaver appears instantly to hide your work. You have the
option to password protect your system. When you return to
continue work, enter your password and it shows you messages
left for you by others, any invalid password attempts, and
whether your PC has been rebooted. Step away from your desk in
style and security. Displays image after time delay and works
as default Windows desktop screen saver.
2.3.3.3 Screen capture
See also: Utilities, Printer utilities; Graphics, Utilities,
Graphic screen capture.
Product: Capbuf
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.41 (12-28-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CAPBUF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A memory resident (TSR) program that lets you capture any text
screen and save it for later processing or printing. It's quite
useful for programs that do not otherwise provide means of
printing their results: such as intermediate results of games,
or collecting copies of messages while on a bulletin board.
Also includes a filter to remove line drawing characters.
Product: DDKEY
Powerful 7.5K TSR key redefinition utility. See full
description on page 71.

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Product: GEMCAP
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 4.02 (03-07-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 4k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GEMCAP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WPUSER forum LIBrary 16 (or contact userID 70047,744 for
assistance).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Captures DOS text and graphics screens to individual GEM .IMG
format bitmap files. Preserves reverse video and colors for
black and white printing. Retains high res VGA/EGA fonts so
your screens print exactly as they look to the user. Very
useful for software documentation. Works with CGA, VGA, EGA,
graphics modes, and any 80 column text mode - 43 & 50 line
modes. Captured files load in WordPerfect and other programs
that import GEM .IMG files.
Product: Quilt
Create intriguing patterns/scrn saver option. See full
description on page 581.
Product: SCP
Author: Christopher J. Noyes Software, 718-625-2262
Version: 1.04 (11-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Mouse; Epson printer; EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $0.00 (Canadian dollars)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: SCP104.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-625-0411 to download it at
no charge); SCP104.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71570,3055 for assistance).
Download size: 384k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Captures DOS text screens and converts them to various graphic
file formats including .PCX .WPG .TIF .IMG. Allows changing
attributes and scaling.

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Product: SCROLLit
Author: Bromfield Software Products
Version: 1.8 (10-19-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 9k RAM.
Registration fee: $17.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: SCRLIT18.ZIP on BBSs; SCRLIT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71054,3051 for
assistance).
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 9k TSR that captures lines of text that scroll off the top of
the video screen and stores them in compressed form in an XMS,
EMS or conventional memory buffer. Pressing the Scroll Lock
hotkey activates the TSR, letting you scroll back through the
saved information, line by line or page by page. Has a fast
search capability as well as a block-write feature that allows
you to mark a block of lines for writing to a disk file or
sending to your printer.
Product: Textshot
Author: McAdams Associates, 214-239-9646
Version: 4.0 (02-03-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 23k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: TSHOT4.ZIP on BBSs; TSHOT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70353,1644 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5219
PsL#: 11951
Download size: 31k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Saves images from any character-mode screen of 80 columns or
greater to color or B/W PCX graphics files as well as to
standard ASCII text files. When running on a VGA Textshot
accurately captures user-loaded fonts. Features: image
clipping, selectable fonts, image inversion and color patterns.
2.3.4 286/386/486-specific
Product: BOOT.SYS
The heavy-duty configuration manager. See full description on
page 131.

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Product: DAZZLE
EGA/VGA super-kaleidoscope, image generator. See full
description on page 559.
Product: HiMOVE
Upper memory manager. See full description on page 69.
Product: QUICKEXT
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 1.1 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.0 or better. Specifically will not
operate on an 80386 or 80486 computer.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: QUICKEXT.* on BBSs; QUICKEXT.* on GEnie in 0 forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 14k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A TSR which speeds up access to extended memory. Uses
undocumented feature in 80286 which is not available on 80386.
Product: What-I-DID! for Windows
Windows 3.1 keystrokes/clicks productivity. See full
description on page 72.
2.3.5 Sound card
See also: Utilities, Hardware utilities, CD-ROM.
Product: Music Sculptor for Windows
MIDI sequencer with music keyboard window. See full
description on page 633.
2.3.6 Serial & parallel port
Product: Alad_IRQ
Lets GEnie Aladdin software use any IRQ. See full description
on page 424.
Product: CTS Serial Port Utilities
Author: Computer Telecommunication Systems, Inc., 404-263-8623
Version: 1.2 (12-06-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support; bonus utilities; discounts on other products;

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discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free


update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CTSSPU12.EXE on BBSs; CTSSPU.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76662,2315 for
assistance); CTSSPU12.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID J.JERRIM for assistance).
SWREG#: 1750
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A "must have" set of com port testing and control utilities for
consultants, PC support personnel, and anyone with a
communication problem. Detects common problems such as multiple
ports at the same address (eg: two Com1 ports), PCs which can't
use Com4, mouse/modem IRQ conflicts, shared IRQs, serial ports
which can't generate IRQs, and conflicting BIOS assignments.
Identifies all serial ports by UART type (including T/Ports and
emulated UARTs), address, and the actual IRQ used.
Product: Serial File Copy
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 3.5 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail
support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SFC35.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10907
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Copies files, including entire directory trees, between IBM PC
compatibles at 115,200 baud. Uses 16 bit CRC, has on-line help,
many transfer options. Can copy entire hard disk directory
structure from one PC to another at one time.
2.3.7 CD-ROM
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Product: CD-QUICK Cache


Author: Circuit Systems, 609-875-5433
Version: 1.20 (06-12-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. 11k RAM; CD-ROM drive;
XMS memory.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CDQCK120.ZIP on BBSs (call 609-764-0812 to download it
at no charge); CDQCK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCHW forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72202,3043 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4214
PsL#: 11726
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This small TSR will dramatically improve the performance of
your CD-ROM drive by storing frequently read data in fast XMS
memory. Uses advanced caching techniques and dynamic read-ahead
buffering to insure top performance. Includes CDTEST to measure
your CD-ROM drive's performance and the Windows' QUICKMON
program to show cache statistics in real time. Comes with an
easy-to-use INSTALL program, so you can be up and running in
less than 60 seconds! Works with any CD-ROM drive.
Product: MicroPlayerCD(tm)
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.03 (02-26-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; Hard
disk; Mouse; CD-ROM drive.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; sound card.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MPCD10.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,2164 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2081
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Play audio CDs on your computer's CD-ROM. Control of screen
layout; optional vertical display. Resizable to virtually any
size: half the height of an icon to as large as your screen;
button-driven control of your CD player including eject and "go
to track"; disc catalog database; display track #, elapsed
time, disc name, track name; stay on top; volume control; auto
resume playing when Windows halts your CD in mid-play.

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2.4 Printer utilities


See also: Utilities, Hardware utilities, Screen, Screen
capture; Spreadsheet applications, Spreadsheet utilities;
Database applications, Mailing list systems; Graphics,
Utilities, Graphic print screen.
Product: CodeLister
Prints C source, TOC of function, # of lines. See full
description on page 473.
Product: Drag and Drop Printing
Author: FLFSoft Inc.
Version: v2.0 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $1.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DDP20.ZIP on BBSs; DDP20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75010,235 for
assistance).
PsL#: 11178
Download size: 145k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simplifies printing most files under Windows 3.1. Printing a
file is as easy as dragging it from the file manager and
dropping it on the program icon. You have complete control over
all aspects of printing. You can set the margin lengths and
select between normal or sideways printing. Headings and/or
footers can be printed on each page. Features include simulated
duplex printing, "shell" printing of files and many other
features.
Product: Fonts Ink Fonts
Author: Software Co-op, 317-856-6052
Version: 1 (01-04-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. (Windows 3.1
needed for TrueType fonts.).
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support. Shareware
disks of other programs.
Look for: VARIOUS on BBSs (multiple files) (call 715-652-2758 to
download it at no charge).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An interesting specialized selection of TrueType and PostScript
fonts:
FIKeys
KeyCaps (3 styles)
FIBox
Word-in-a-box (also white on black)

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MadAve
Elite
FILCD
Torrance
FIArrows
USBats
Stencil

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Fraction-making fonts
Solotype's Advertiser Gothic
Prestige Elite (nbix)
7-segment LCD (ni)
9-pin dot matrix (nb)
Arrows of all kinds
Outlines of states, patriotic symbols
Letters & numbers (2 styles)

Product: GridForm
Author: Software Co-op, 317-856-6052
Version: 1.0 (12-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, phone support, disks with
other shareware.
Look for: GRIDFORM.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it
at no charge); GRIDFM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCHW forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76635,1670 for assistance).
Download size: 27k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use graph/gridpaper maker. Uses storable templates.
Metric or English units of measure. Linear, log, or natural log
scales. Full control over index lines. Can make highlighted
stripes or even checkerboards. Can make macro or overlay files
for printing later.
Product: LASR_MAN
A laser/ink jet printer with many styles. See full description
on page 112.
Product: MicroFox DOS Utilities
DOS Utilities for Printers, screens, files. See full
description on page 38.
Product: ON-SIDE
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 2.0 (10-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$23.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy; discounts on

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other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: ONSIDE.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-788-4008 to download it at
no charge); ONSIDE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use sideways printing program. Ten font styles
included or create your own. Existing fonts can be edited using
the font editor. On-screen drawing makes the process easy.
Fonts can be magnified and stretched to over 25 sizes each. All
aspects of printing can be controlled: print can be double
struck for darker print, top and bottom can be set, character
width and height can be varied and letter spacing controlled.
Product: PCX2FNT
Converts PCX graphics To HP soft fonts. See full description
on page 114.
Product: PrintGF
Author: Ravitz Software Inc.
Version: 1.22 (01-08-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $34.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support. JPEG/TARGA/TIFF
interpreter for Windows.
Look for: PRINTGF.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-268-0577 to download it
at no charge); PRNTGF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GRAPHSUP forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70431,32 for assistance).
PsL#: 11033
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides an image printer (BMP, GIF, PCX, JPEG, TARGA, TIFF)
for DOS and Windows. Prints or displays image files on 9 and 24
pin printers, Epson Stylus Color, Fargo Primera, HP LaserJet,
DeskJet, Canon BJ, BJC printers, PostScript, Star SJ-144, and
many others, and displays on EGA, VGA, VESA SVGA, HGC. Outputs
color or b/w with user selectable size, position, dithering,
brightness, contrast, gamma, edge smoothing, blur/sharpen, and
gray balance.

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Product: PrintGL
Author: Ravitz Software Inc.
Version: 1.54 (01-10-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: PRINTGL.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-268-0577 to download it
at no charge); PRNTGL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70431,32 for assistance).
PsL#: 10217
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A pen plotter emulator package for DOS and Windows (includes
PrintCAD). It prints HP-GL, HP-GL/2, and ADI data on Epson and
IBM 9 pin printers, Epson, Fujitsu, IBM, NEC, and Toshiba 24
pin printers, HP LaserJet, DeskJet, PaintJet, HP-GL and HP-GL/2
devices, Epson Stylus, Canon LBP, BJ, BJC printers, PDP
ProTracer, PostScript printers, and many others, displays on
CGA to VESA SVGA, and outputs PCX, EPS files. User selectable
pen width, color, shading, and paper size, magnification, etc.
Product: Rubicon Publisher
Full-featured typesetter with fonts. See full description on
page 241.
Product: SEE (File Viewer)
File viewer with full built-in mouse support. See full
description on page 64.
Product: Simply Labels
Author: SimpleWare
Version: 4.02 (02-11-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: SIMLAB42.ZIP on BBSs (call 709-489-6018 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 271k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Free form label program with many features and flexible
printing. Options include multiple copies, multiple labels
across, auto centering/indenting, envelopes, reports and many
more. Supports all printers. Also includes flexible sorting,
many types of searches, import/export, read dBase III files,
Date/Time stamps, auto numbering, non-printing lines, and many
more. Program is menu driven, has mouse support and on-line
help. Use for mailing labels, disk labels, cassette jackets,
numbered tickets.

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Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF


21 batch utilities, input, output, etc. See full description
on page 130.
Product: Top Fonts Sampler
A collection of eight TrueType scalable fonts. See full
description on page 141.
Product: TSR Download
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 2.9b (09-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer. (DeskJet printer must have RAM cartridge).
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 3 months of phone support;
bonus utilities.
Look for: TSRDL4.ZIP on BBSs; TSRDL*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Memory resident soft font manager for LaserJet and DeskJet
printers locates fonts automatically and displays them in
English. Compresses LaserJet soft fonts to 1/6 their normal
size. TSR Download pops up over any application program to
allow easy font control. It even remembers what fonts are in
your printer. Select or delete fonts, control line spacing plus
much more. Requires 7K of RAM as a TSR or works from the
command line. Full DOS & Windows 3.0 support. New scalable font
support.
2.4.1 Print spoolers
Product: BabySpool
Author: Budget Software Company, 303-932-1705
Version: 3.00 (01-02-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 12k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 12-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Built on our 10 years of expertise in the background printing
arena, this software provides a "no frills" yet powerful
spooling/despooling environment. Printing takes place in the
background, while you continue working in the foreground.
BabySpool's efficient background printing engine provides
superfast printing. In fact, it is so efficient that it can

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support several printers printing simultaneously. A DOS-based


TSR, and supports networks and Windows environments.
Product: DISK SPOOL II
Author: Budget Software Company, 303-932-1705
Version: 5.04 (12-29-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 20k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $44.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 6-month return
policy; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DS2.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70033,643 for
assistance).
Download size: 379k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
th
Now in its 10 year on the market, this software provides a
sophisticated background printing and document managment
facility. It includes a powerful popup print manager for
controlling your printing activities ... stop, start, hold,
release, and view documents; change print ports; multiple
copies; save after printing; and more. Fast and efficient
printing. Also works in Windows to provide a single background
printing enviroment across both DOS and Windows.
2.4.2 Printer control
Product: DMPLAS (Dot Matrix to LaserJet)
Translate IBM/Epson FX print to HP LaserJet. See full
description on page 109.
Product: EnVision Publisher
Desktop publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 239.
Product: ESF's European DeskJet Fonts
Soft fonts to print western European lang. See full
description on page 106.
Product: ESF's European LaserJet Fonts
Soft fonts to print Western European lang. See full
description on page 109.
Product: ESF's LaserJet Fonts & Util.
Soft fonts, printer drivers, & utilities. See full description
on page 110.

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Product: ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts


Five scalable fonts for LJ3 & LJ4 printers. See full
description on page 111.
Product: EZSET
Author: McAdams Associates, 214-239-9646
Version: 2.1 (12-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 78k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: EZSET21.ZIP on BBSs; EZSET.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70353,1644 for
assistance).
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you access all of your printer's features, including those
not available from the control panel. All you need to use it
effectively is your printer's manual.
Product: LPRINT
Formats & prints files for PS w/ borders, etc. See full
description on page 115.
Product: LQ
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software, 704-264-6906
Version: 2.35 (10-01-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 9-pin dot matrix printer.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, update
disk, support, commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LQ235.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73577,230 for
assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Lets you obtains near-letter quality from 9-pin dot-matrix
printers in a variety of fonts. Works invisibly with your word
processor so you can continue to use familiar commands for
print options such as emphasized, underline, italics, etc.
Changing fonts can be done by inserting codes or by using LQ's
pop-up window. Customized spooler handles printing tasks
efficiently in the background. Also included: font editor,
banner printer, letterhead editor.

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Product: PCX2PCL
Convert PCX graphics to LaserJet macros. See full description
on page 114.
Product: PPRINT
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 5.5 (11-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of BBS
support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: PPRINT55.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it
at no charge); PPRINT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance);
PPRINT55.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 5 (or contact
userID PATRISOFT for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
A great ASCII file printing tool providing extensive file
selection and formatting. Uses printer definition files to
support any printer. Specify print size, margins, headings,
footings, line numbering, and even data selection. Print two
pages per piece of paper on a laser printer. Scans a directory
to select multiple files to print. Set lines per page and cols
per line. Featured in Dr. File Finder's Guide to Shareware.
Product: Print Commander!
Author: Sorcerer Software, 310-454-8900
Version: 3.0s (09-14-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 5k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
CGA monitor. Dot matrix or inkjet (bubble jet) printer.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PRNCOM.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71544,2475 for
assistance).
Download size: 22k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tired of pushing buttons and flipping switches on your dot
matrix or ink jet printer? Can't seem to find that manual so
you can reset the printer's default font? Is changing your
printer's settings more hassle than it's worth? If so, this
small memory resident printer utility lets you change your
printer's settings from the keyboard. Switch to near letter
quality mode, change fonts, print in proportional mode, and
perform several other printer functions with ease.

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Product: Pulsar for Windows


Author: Tesserax Information Systems, 714-840-8822
Version: 3.0 (07-15-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. EGA monitor; HP
LaserJet printer. VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; Plotter.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PULSAR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72247,1463
for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-featured Windows printer management program which allows
switching between PostScript & PCL modes on HP and compatible
printers. Virtually every possible printer feature can be
accessed through either the program's pull-down menus or quickaccess command buttons.
2.4.3 UPCs & bar codes
Product: GRAB Plus(r)
Envelope addressor & database. See full description on
page 97.
Product: LABEL MASTER
Mailing list manager - PC Mag editors choice. See full
description on page 286.
Product: LABELS-PLUS Labeling System
Author: GRAFTech Development Corporation, 517-487-2780
Version: 3.0 (05-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 378k RAM.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $12.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$25.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6). 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: LP.ZIP on BBSs; LP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EPSON forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 75210,3335 for assistance).
Download size: 196k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints on over 300 different dot matrix printers including
Epson, IBM, Okidata, Panasonic and compatibles, without the
need for specialized bar code equipment. Support is provided
for UPC version A, UPC version E, UPC/EAN/IAN 13, UPC/EAN/IAN
8, Interleaved 2 of 5, Standard 2 of 5, Code 39 and Code 128.

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Data may be entered through the keyboard or via either


delimited or fixed position ASCII files. Has complete on-line
help and mouse support is provided.
Product: PrintEnvelope
Complete mail addressing system for Windows. See full
description on page 98.
Product: Quick-BAR! (Code) for Windows
Author: Mission Critical Software, 313-247-0394
Version: 1.0 (10-27-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 60k RAM.
Registration fee: $19.00 (Canadian dollars) (add $6.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $8.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $20.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy;
LAN license; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QIKBAR.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINUSER forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73127,77 for
assistance).
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints bar code on any Windows compatible printer. Just type
the characters and it prints it quick, along with the text
description. Sticky parameter settings let you modify
characters per inch, bar code height, and x & y coordinate
position on the label. Takes only 60k, so you can leave it
"hanging around" and print codes when needed. Includes
spectactular digital clock.
Product: UnderBar
Automatic printing of POSTNET bar codes. See full description
on page 99.
Product: WinGRAB for Windows
Windows phone contact mgr & envelope printing. See full
description on page 100.
Product: WonderBar
TSR to print POSTNET bar code for mailing. See full
description on page 101.

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2.4.4 Envelope addressers


Product: APT Mailing Assistant
Author: APT Computer Solutions, Inc., 606-873-0589
Version: 5.30 (01-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). CASS certified
program.
Look for: APMAD530.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-233-0154 to download it
at no charge); APMAD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73023,3037 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints envelopes or labels on Lexmark/IBM or HP compatible
laser printers, deskjet, and Epson compatible dot matrix
printers. Envelopes and some labels will have USPS approved
POSTNET codes to speed delivery. Also provides easy to use bulk
mail facility with zip code statistics and the capability to
print your bulk mail permit box if desired. Envelopes and
labels are printed in zip code sequence for easy bundling.
Multiple name and address files may be maintained to catagorize
mailing lists.
Product: APT Mailing Assistant (OS/2)
Author: APT Computer Solutions, Inc., 606-873-0589
Version: 1.10 (01-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on
a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $37.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 3-month

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free upgrading allowed. Registered version is CASS certified


by U.S. Postal Service.
Look for: APMAO110.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-233-0154 to download it
at no charge); APMAO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73023,3037 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Easy to use program that prints several types of envelopes and
labels with delivery point bar codes using HP compatible laser,
deskjet, or Epson compatible dot matrix printers. Can reuse
laser label sheets when printing single labels. Has bulk mail
facility that can print your bulk mail permit box, multiple
address files, and import/export facility.
Product: DJ-LOPE
Envelope printer/database for DeskJet printer. See full
description on page 103.
Product: FF Designer Envelopes
Author: M & R Technologies, Inc., 407-951-2268
Version: 1.2 (12-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse. Printer capable of printing envelopes.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: FFDELP.ZIP on BBSs; FFDELP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72103,505 for
assistance).
Download size: 358k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A graphics program which enables you to create envelopes and
letterhead stationary. Features include a drag and drop
interface, allowing you to place text, pictures, lines and
rectangles on your designs. Use all your Windows fonts and
bitmaps! Links to Cardfile for management/importing of
addresses and text. Links to Paintbrush for creating/editing
picture files. Prints many envelope sizes and scales your
layouts to fit on larger envelopes.

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Product: GRAB Plus(r)


Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 6.5 (04-26-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Any printer that will hold an
envelope.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 12 months of toll 900#
phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support.
Look for: GRAB65?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); GRAB*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:OAFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 76711,1141 for assistance); GRAB65?.ZIP on GEnie
in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (multiple files) (or contact userID
PAUL.MAYER for assistance).
Download size: 430k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This 8k TSR will capture the name and address from your
favorite word processor and send it formatted to an envelope in
your printer. Works on any printer that will hold an envelope
or label. Uses special features of LaserJet, DeskJet, and
PostScript printers. Prints the postal bar codes on your ZIP+4
zip codes in the address. Includes GRABDB, a database for
storing thousands of names and addresses. Also includes
LaserLabel, a powerful label printing program.
Product: LABEL MASTER
Mailing list manager - PC Mag editors choice. See full
description on page 286.
Product: Mail Machine
Author: TAXWARE
Version: v3.0k (12-24-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 420k RAM; Hard disk; HP
LaserJet printer.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; disks
of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MM30.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HP forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints envelopes and labels on all HP LaserJet and compatible
printers. Supports labels & envelopes of any size, manual data
entry, ASCII data import, all available fonts, auto discovery
of soft fonts, PCX graphics, POSTNET zip codes, menu and form
driven or batch mode operation, miscellaneous text messages,
copies, and more. Printing is organized into repeatable "jobs."
Extremely flexible.

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Product: PrintEnvelope
Author: Maurer Associates, 214-432-0700
Version: 3.01 (05-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus data; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: ENVEL301.ZIP on BBSs; ENVEL3.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS
forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID T.MAURER for assistance).
PsL#: 10442
Download size: 219k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Any size envelopes, any size labels, on any printer! Packed
with features like: .BMP graphic return address; address import
from address book or Cardfile or dBASE, or ASCII mail list;
city/state automatically filled in when you type ZIP Code, and
auto-select orientation and paper bins. USPS approved PostNet
barcodes.
Product: Public Address
Full featured address manager. See full description on
page 288.
Product: QENV
Author: Annette Cuomo, 909-591-4956
Version: 2.5 (08-07-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 4.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of support. Master disks,
support, upgrade discounts.
Look for: QENV.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-730-6743 to download it at
no charge); QENV.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 73747,3537 for assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides an extremely easy way of printing an envelope. Just
enter the data and press a key to print. Automatically stores
the names & addresses for the envelopes printed which can then
be incorportated into the mail merge function (letter writing).
If using with a LaserJet or compatible printer the U.S. Postal
bar codes are included on the envelope.

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Product: UnderBar
Author: Binary Systems
Version: 2.2 (02-25-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 3k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 6 months of BBS,
CompuServe, GEnie, mail support.
Look for: UNDBAR.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-684-5248 to download it at
no charge); UNDBAR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72775,240 for assistance);
UBAR.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
L.PENDARVIS for assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
TSR to print a Delivery Point Bar Code under any address which
ends with a 9-digit Zip Code. Works automatically with any
mailing label, word processor, or database program you already
use. Works with LaserJet, IBM 24-pin ProPrinter, and 9- and
24-pin Epson-compatible printers.
Product: WinGRAB for Windows
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 2.0 (08-31-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Any printer that will hold an envelope.
Strongly recommended: Modem; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of toll 900# phone, fax, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support.
Look for: WINGRB20.ZIP on BBSs; WINGRA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OAFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76711,1141 for
assistance); WINGRB20.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 11 (or
contact userID PAUL.MAYER for assistance).
Download size: 380k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is the Microsoft Windows version of the GRAB Plus(r)
envelope addressing system. Prints the name and address from
within your Windows application specially formatted for your
printer. Prints postal barcodes on LaserJet, DeskJet, and
PostScript printers. Comes with macros to attach to Word for
Windows and Ami Professional. See GRAB Plus(r) in this catalog
also. Use on multiple printers for both envelopes and labels.
Phone contact manager and more!

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Product: Winvelope
[***]
Author: Winvelope Software, 606-832-2493
Version: 5.0 (06-04-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00 (Canadian dollars) (add $4.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $4.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WENV50.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-832-4029 to download it at
no charge); WENV50.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71620,24 for assistance).
PsL#: 10401
Download size: 306k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Envelope printing utility for Windows. Includes selectable
envelope size, fonts, return addresses, graphic logos, postnet
barcodes, automatic printer setup, and more. Address Manager
database stores address data in MS Access file format.
Attractive, user-friendly interface. BEGIN QUOTATION "This is a
most excellent envelope printing program..." - Robert Mullen,
author, Windows 3.1 Hyperguide END QUOTATION
Product: WonderBar
Author: Binary Systems
Version: 4.4 (04-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 3k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 6 months of BBS,
CompuServe, GEnie, mail support.
Look for: WUNBAR.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-684-5248 to download it at
no charge); WUNBAR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72775,240 for assistance);
WBAR.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
L.PENDARVIS for assistance).
Download size: 89k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Intercepts all output to your printer. It sends everything
right along until it sees a "^" followed by 5 to 50 digits,
whereupon it prints a bar code instead. By this means, you can
print a POSTNET code anywhere you wish: on an envelope, a
mailing label, or a letter (for window envelopes). This will
work with whatever mail list, database, or word processor
program you already use. Works on HP LaserJets, IBM 24-pin
ProPrinters, and both 9- and 24-pin Epson compatibles.

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2.4.5 Printer specific


Product: Citizen
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.0 (05-13-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive. Citizen MSP or Tribute printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: CTZN40.ZIP on BBSs; CITZEN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This menu-driven utility lets you control the fonts on your
Citizen MSP or Tribute printer. You can also print small text
files and type envelopes from the program.
Product: CrabWise
Author: Shawn Anderson SoftWare, 309-787-4967-(X227)
Version: 1.0 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 300k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive. IBM Proprinter.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; royalty-free runtime
license; bonus templates; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out. Font charts.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A text-file landscape printer for the IBM Proprinter series.
2.4.5.1 Epson
Product: DMPLAS (Dot Matrix to LaserJet)
Translate IBM/Epson FX print to HP LaserJet. See full
description on page 109.
Product: ESF's TrueType Collection 1
Ten TrueType fonts plus tutorial & setup. See full description
on page 138.

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Product: HQ-FAX (1-Step High Quality FAX


One-step high quality FAX. See full description on page 439.
Product: LABELS-PLUS Labeling System
Bar code label print system. See full description on page 94.
2.4.5.2 HP DeskJet
Product: 4Print/4Book DOS
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 107.
Product: 4Print/4Book Windows
4Print/4Book DOS + 4PrinW Windows interface. See full
description on page 107.
Product: 4Shell for Windows
Runs 4Print and 4Book under Windows. See full description on
page 108.
Product: BOOKLET
PC booklet printing utility. See full description on page 108.
Product: DJ-CHECK
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 2.01 (04-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: DJCHEK.ZIP on BBSs; DJCHEK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); DJCHEK.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Print any size checks (personal or business) using DeskJet
printer. Fully configurable for perfect printing placement on
any size check. Keeps a record on disk or each check you print,
and keeps a running balance as you print checks.

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Product: DJ-LOPE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 4.01 (03-27-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: DJLOPE.ZIP on BBSs; DJLOPE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); DJLOPE.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 88k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Print envelopes on the DeskJet family of printers on the fly or
from multiple databases of up to 250 adresses each. Multiple
return addresses, new user interface, prints PostNet barcodes.
Supports internal and cartridge fonts. Toggle return address on
or off, search, add, delete records. Prints to LPT1, 2 or 3.
Easy-to-use menu driven interface. Runs from DOS or as a DOS
application under Windows 3.x. Does not support 550C or
Portable models.
Product: DJ-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 2.0 (01-19-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities.
Look for: SLEEVE.ZIP on BBSs; SLEEVE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); SLEEVE.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Just slip a floppy disk in Drive A or Drive B, load this easyto-use program, and in just seconds your DeskJet will print out
a sleeve template containing the names of all the files (date
and size for each file, too). Just cut it out, fold back the
flaps and tape or glue, and you have a storage sleeve for your
51/4" & 31/2" disks.

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Product: ESF's DeskJet Fonts & Utilities


Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.7 (08-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support.
Look for: DJFNT7.ZIP on BBSs; DJFNT7.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Collection of 18 soft fonts for HP DeskJet printers. (All 3
models.) Printer drivers for WordPerfect 5.0 & 5.1, MS Word
5.X, MS Works, PC Write, and Windows 3.0. Fonts include Helv &
Roman 10 & 12 point medium/bold/italic, Script & Old English 8
& 10 point, Symbols 24 point, and Square 10 point 10 pitch.
Utility programs for downloading and printing sample pages.
Easy to use install program and new tutorial on soft fonts.
Product: ESF's European DeskJet Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.2 (05-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer. DeskJet
RAM cartridge.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support.
Look for: EDJFNT2.ZIP on BBSs; EDFNT2.ZI on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 12 soft fonts that print in almost any western
European language, including English, German, French, &
Spanish. Includes Roman, Helv, and Garamond in 12 point m/b/i +
18 point bold all with the PC-8 symbol set. Also has utilities
for downloading and sample page printing. Printer drivers for
WordPerfect 5.1, MS Word 5.X, MS Works, and Windows are
included. Now with easy install program and tutorial on soft
fonts.
Product: ESF's PC Write Fonts
Soft fonts, printer drivers, & utilities. See full description
on page 110.
Product: ESF's TrueType Collection 1
Ten TrueType fonts plus tutorial & setup. See full description
on page 138.
Product: LASR_MAN
A laser/ink jet printer with many styles. See full description
on page 112.

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Product: Top Fonts Sampler


A collection of eight TrueType scalable fonts. See full
description on page 141.
Product: TSR Download
Soft font manager for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 90.
2.4.5.3 HP LaserJet
Product: 4Print/4Book DOS
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Version: 4.16 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 200k RAM; HP DeskJet printer;
HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
2-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 4PRINT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:KORENTHAL forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,2605
for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints 2 or 3 fully readable pages of text on each sheet of
paper using your LaserJet's or DeskJet's landscape (sideways)
printing capability. Can print on both sides of the page to
yield 4, 6, or even more pages of text per sheet. Perfect for
program listings and documentation; can print one wide column
for spreadsheet and database reports. Includes 4Book for
creating handsome booklets. Supports A4 paper. "Definitely
worth adding to your printer toolbox," says PC Magazine.
Product: 4Print/4Book Windows
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc., 212-242-1790
Version: 4.16 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 200k RAM; HP DeskJet printer;
HP LaserJet printer; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $69.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy; bonus

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utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on


upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 4PRINW.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:KORENTHAL forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,2605
for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Includes the full 4Print/4Book DOS package (see above) plus
4PrinW, our new Windows interface. It lets you specify all
4Print/4Book options via graphical Windows dialogs plus extra
features such as user-defined, named print styles.
Product: 4Shell for Windows
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.4 (03-17-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 4Print and 4Book from
Korenthal Associates.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of toll 900# phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support.
Look for: 4SHELL.ZIP on BBSs; 4SHELL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OAFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76711,1141 for
assistance); 4SHELL.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
contact userID P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you use the popular LaserJet and DeskJet utilities, 4Print
and 4Book, under Windows. You *must* download the file
4PR410.ZIP (from Korenthal Associates) in order to use this
program. This allows you to select the options and build a
"configuration" for both 4Print and 4Book and save the options
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Product: BOOKLET
Author: Sympathetic Software
Version: 4.5 (10-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support. 36-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BOOKL*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71046,1476 for assistance).
PsL#: 10366
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates PC booklet sized documents from full page documents.
Prints four pages of the document on each sheet of paper. The
pages are printed "half size" two pages per side of the paper
turned sideways. Handles A4, letter, legal, and exec paper.
Also prints single sided.
Converts word processor HPPCL output to fit the reduced size.
Formatting is preserved. Extensive error recovery allows
restart after jams or other printing failures. Use menu/screen
or command line interface with online help.
Product: DMPLAS (Dot Matrix to LaserJet)
Author: Software Co-op, 317-856-6052
Version: 1.1 (11-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 6k RAM.
Registration fee: $32.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/BBS/
mail support.
Look for: DMPLAS??.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
715-652-2758 to download it at no charge); DMPLS*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:PCHW forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 76635,1670 for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Small TSR (6k) captures and translates IBM/Epson FX output for
the HP LaserJet. Works with both text and graphics programs
(including GRAPHICS.COM). Uses native LaserJet (or compatible)
fonts or your softfonts. Optional Courier italic and
proportional fonts are also included. Prints at accurate scale
(for filling in forms) or slightly reduced vertical spacing to
print 66 lines per page. Graphics can also be compressed to fit
on the LaserJet's 10" page.

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Product: ESF's European LaserJet Fonts


Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.2 (05-20-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support.
Look for: ELFNT2.ZIP on BBSs; ELFNT2.ZI on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 12 soft fonts print in any western European
language. They work on any HP LaserJet II or better printer and
offer: English, German, French, Spanish, etc. Printer drivers
are included for WordPerfect 5.0 & 5.1, MS Word 5.X, MS Works,
Ventura, and Windows 3.0. Utilites are included that will
download the fonts and print sample sheets of them. All fonts
have the PC-850 symbol set and include: Helv, Roman, & Garamond
in 12 point medium/bold/italic + 18 point bold. New tutorial on
fonts.
Product: ESF's LaserJet Fonts & Util.
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.7 (08-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support.
Look for: LJFNT7.ZIP on BBSs; LJFNT7.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Collection of 23 soft fonts for HP LaserJet or compatible
printers. Includes printer drivers for WordPerfect 5.0 & 5.1,
MS Word 5.X, MS Works, Ventura, & Windows. Utility programs
include DOWNLOAD, DISPFONT, & FONTINFO. Fonts include: Helv &
Roman 10 & 12 point medium/bold/italic, Helv & Roman 18 pt
bold, 12 pt Century Legal, Script, Flourish, 18 pt Broadway &
Dingbats, 10 pt KeyCaps, 10 pt Greek, 12 & 14 pt Black Chan.
Easy INSTALL program to unpack fonts and new tutorial on soft
fonts.

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Product: ESF's PC Write Fonts


Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.0 (09-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer. PC Write.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support; discounts on
other products.
Look for: PCWFNT.ZIP on BBSs; PCWFNT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 13 display soft fonts for HP LaserJet or HP
DeskJet printers. Utility programs include DOWNLOAD, &
DISPFONT. Fonts include: Black Chan, Cooper Black, Cursive
Elegant, Dom Casual, Hobo, Old English, Revue, Stencil, & Zap
Chance. Easy install program to unpack fonts and new tutorial
on soft fonts.
Product: ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.3 (08-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet III, IIIP, IIID,
or IIIsi printer.
Registration fee: $29.50 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support.
Look for: LJ3FNT.ZIP on BBSs; LJ3FNT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72417,3437 for assistance).
Download size: 234k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Five scalable display soft fonts for the HP LaserJet III family
of printers: Baha, Baha Bold, Cooper, Cooper Italic, Penior,
Penior Bold, Rounded, & Rounded Bold. (Similar to: Bauhaus,
Cooper Black, Peignot, & VAG Rounded.) It also has printer
drivers for WordPerfect 5.1 & MS Word 5.X. Utility programs:
DOWNLOAD sends fonts to your printer, MAPSCAL prints a sample
sheet of a scalable font along with our standard install
program make this an easy to use package.

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Product: ESF's Super Fonts I


Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.3 (08-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support; discounts on
other products.
Look for: SUPFN1.ZIP on BBSs; SUPFN1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72417,3437
for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 17 display soft fonts for HP LaserJet or
compatible printers. Includes printer drivers for WordPerfect
5.0 & 5.1, MS Word 5.X, MS Works, Ventura, & Windows. Utility
programs include DOWNLOAD, & DISPFONT. Fonts include: Black
Chan, Cooper Black, Cursive Elegant, Dom Casual, Hobo, Old
English, Revue, Stencil, & Zap Chance. Easy install program to
unpack fonts and new tutorial on soft fonts.
Product: ESF's TrueType Collection 1
Ten TrueType fonts plus tutorial & setup. See full description
on page 138.
Product: GridForm
Prints custom graph paper on LaserJets. See full description
on page 87.
Product: LASR_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 6.05 (10-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer. HP DeskJet/LaserJet or compatable.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: LMAN605A.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
813-371-2490 to download it at no charge); LASMAN.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID
71631,744 for assistance).
Download size: 316k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Laser printer utility for ASCII files with hundreds of styles great for program manuals and listings, draft documents, wide
spreadsheets, database and address listings, legal documents.
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fonts of 10-32 characters/inch printing on one or both sides of


each sheet; multiple text pages/sheet - 2 to 200; booklets with
1-75 files each. Many options: border/text page dividers,
custom covers, header/footers, letter/legal/A4/exec paper,
more++.
Product: LJ-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 2.0 (06-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support.
Look for: LJSLEV.ZIP on BBSs; LJSLEV.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HPPER forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for
assistance); LJSLEV.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Just slip a floppy disk in Drive A or Drive B, load this easyto-use program, and in just seconds your LaserJet or compatible
printer will print out a sleeve template containing the names
of all the files (date and size for each file, too). Just cut
it out, fold back the flaps and tape or glue, and you have a
storage sleeve for your 51/4" & 31/2" disks.
Product: LJLAND
Author: TAXWARE
Version: v3.11b (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LJLND.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:HP forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 105k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints text files (program listings, spreadsheets, databases,
documentation) in a variety of formats on all LaserJet and
compatible printers. Supports 1-up thru 5-up formats,
duplexing, multiple files, wildcards, intelligent wordwrap,
headers, titles, net jobs, output redirection, paper source,
short & long binder format, greenbar, multiple copies,
alternate fonts, page ranges, environment variable for default
options, half-sheet, legal & A4 paper, & more.

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Product: Mail Machine


Prints envelopes & labels on all LaserJets. See full
description on page 98.
Product: PCX2FNT
Author: TAXWARE
Version: v1.2 (04-18-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; HP LaserJet printer.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; disks
of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 2FNT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HP forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts PCX graphics to HP LaserJet soft fonts. Convert
scanned signatures, logos, letterhead, etc., then download and
print the font on any HP LaserJet or compatible printer from
within most major applications. Saves print time by downloading
often printed graphics as fonts only ONCE to your printer.
Includes conversion, download, & unload utilities.
Product: PCX2PCL
Author: TAXWARE
Version: v1.62 (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; disks
of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 2PCL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:HP forum LIBrary 4.
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Converts PCX graphics to HP PCL format for use as graphic
macros on LaserJet and compatible printers. Convert scanned
signatures, logos, letterhead, etc. then download & print the
graphic macro from within most major applications. Saves print
time by downloading and storing complex graphics only ONCE as
printer macros (very much like fonts). Includes conversion,
download & unload utilities.
Product: Pulsar for Windows
LaserJet utility for Windows. See full description on page 93.

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Product: QFont
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Version: 1.5 (10-20-90)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.1 or better. Hercules or EGA
monitor. Mouse.
Registration fee: $80.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and disk; phone/BBS/
newsletter support.
Look for: QFONT*.* on BBSs (call 608-271-3685 to download it at
no charge); QFONT.* on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 74275,745 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Graphic "paint" program to edit and create HP Laserjet
downloadable soft fonts. Has complete editing functions - cut
and paste, circle, curves, arcs, lines, rectangles, fills and
so on - plus powerful transformation functions such as shadow,
outline, bolden, lighten, slant and resize. Modify font
headers. Test spacing. Download fonts with sample printouts.
Change mono spaced fonts to proportional and vice versa. Use
fonts in DTP programs like Ventura, or wordprocessors such as
WordPerfect.
Product: Top Fonts Sampler
A collection of eight TrueType scalable fonts. See full
description on page 141.
Product: TSR Download
Soft font manager for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 90.
2.4.5.4 PostScript
Product: ESF's TrueType Collection 1
Ten TrueType fonts plus tutorial & setup. See full description
on page 138.
Product: LPRINT
Author: Paragon Innovations, Inc.
Version: 2.1 (02-22-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 100k RAM; Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 6 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus templates. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Takes advantage of the advanced graphic capabilities of
PostScript when printing listings or other ASCII text files.
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Select any font or print size


Select portrait or landscape orientation
Handles embedded formfeeds
Encloses text in a border with a title block (TB)
Prints company name, logo, pathname in TB
Gets TB data from document
Gets username from DOS SET
Page numbering
Counts words, lines, pages

Product: Over_LAZ PS
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 3 (01-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Postscript printer.
WordPerfect 5.x, WordStar, PC-Write, dBase.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of support; bonus templates.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; OVERPS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance); OVERPS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID MIKLOS.G for assistance).
Download size: 117k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of over 75 printer overlay files for WordPerfect
5.0 or later, WordStar, PC-Write, dBase and other applications
and a PostScript compatible printer. Over_LAZ are provided for
standard office forms (inter office memo, FAX transmittal, etc)
as well as rubber stamps (draft, confidential, etc) and
decorative page borders. Over_LAZ PS are automatically printed
on the page over your document.
Product: PS-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software, 704-525-1472
Version: 2.0 (03-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hard disk; Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: SLEEVE.ZIP on BBSs; SLEEVE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:DTP
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75160,2530 for assistance);
SLEEVE.ZIP on GEnie in PSRT forum LIBrary 1.
Download size: 26k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Print 51/4" or 31/2" floppy disk storage sleeves on your PostScript
printer. Just insert a floppy disk in Drive A or B and print a
sleeve template on your printer containing up to 192 file names
in all subdirectories on the floppy. Cut it apart, tape or

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glue the flaps, and you're done. Don't get writer's cramp
writing all those tiny file names.
Product: Top Fonts Sampler
A collection of eight TrueType scalable fonts. See full
description on page 141.
2.5 System utilities
2.5.1 Operating systems
See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For operating
systems.
Product: DAZZLE
EGA/VGA super-kaleidoscope, image generator. See full
description on page 559.
Product: Free System Resources
Notification of low memory resources. See full description on
page 69.
Product: System Monitor
Author: Rosenthal Engineering, 805-541-0910
Version: 3.0 (10-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 64k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: SYSMON30.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
805-258-6172 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 53k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Monitors and reports problems early, maintains performance,
resolves hardware/software and MS-Windows conflicts. Strong
virus defense, with support for single and LAN users. Each time
the computer s used, it re-evaluates the system by testing and
extensively monitoring a number of performance and security
indicators. Computer consultants and service organizations can
include an optional message to advertise and promote their
support services.
Product: ToolBOX
A simple yet uniquely powerful DOS shell. See full description
on page 25.

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Product: TOP
Ultimate DOS command enhancement utility. See full description
on page 123.
2.5.1.1 Task-switching
Product: LegRoom
Author: Ivden Technologies, Inc., 610-328-1145
Version: 3.0 (02-06-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 1k RAM; CGA monitor; Hercules
monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: LGROOM30.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-322-5114 to download it
at no charge); LGROOM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71221,3602 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2833
PsL#: 11409
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A TSR which lets you press a 'hot key' to shell to DOS from
virtually any application (text or graphic) and reclaim almost
all of your conventional memory for running big programs. Works
with programs that don't have a built-in DOS shell feature.
Lets you turn any program, even a batch file, into a TSR without any programming! Can use extended and expanded memory.
Supports concurrent users on a LAN. Create pop-up command
menus.
2.5.2 Multi-OS utilities
See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For operating
systems.
Product: 4FILES
File manager, annotator and program launcher. See full
description on page 35.

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Product: ABcmd
Author: Abri Technologies, Inc.
Version: 1.0 (03-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 35k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, mail
support; discounts on upgrades; registration commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ABCMD.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72345,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A real handy Windows command line with up front, intuitive,
easy-to-use controls. Features history, common dos commands,
multiple commands per line, 10 memory buttons for command line
storage, alarm function for time/date reminders or program
execution. Compact, all-in-one, 35k size doesn't clutter up
disk.
Product: Bootit
Author: TeraByte Unlimited
Version: 1.01 (05-22-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $17.95 (add $9.95 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $9.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; discounts on upgrades. 2-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BOOTIT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCUTIL forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70751,3507 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5923
Download size: 107k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you have up to ten "master" partitions per hard drive,
instead of the standard four. This allows you to install
multiple operating systems and easily select which one you want
to boot. Also allows you to "fill" the standard partition
table (the one that only allows four partitions) with up to
three of your choice; for example, you could boot Windows NT
and have two DOS partitions. You can also enter hard drive
specifications to override the BIOS and/or swap drives.
Product: CEnvi
Simple C-interpreter to enhance batch files. See full
description on page 472.

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Product: COMpanion
DOS personal network for up to 5 PCs. See full description on
page 428.
Product: JRchive
Royalty-free file compression/archiving util. See full
description on page 49.
Product: PocketD Plus
Award-winning 220+ option DOS army knife. See full description
on page 193.
Product: Technical Editor (Windows NT)
Programmers/text editor. See full description on page 228.
2.5.3 Command processors
Product: 4DOS
Author: JP Software Inc., 617-646-3975
Version: 5.0 (11-23-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail
support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: 4DOS*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 617-354-7077
to download it at no charge); 4DOS*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75020,244 for assistance).
Download size: 640k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1989 finalist, PC Magazine Technical
Excellence Awards. 1994 winner, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards. 1992 winner, Shareware Industry
Awards. 1989 winner, Public Brand Software contests for useful
programs.
Description:
The first utility to combine the power of the command line with
the pleasure of an easy to use interface. Enhances the
commands you're used to working with and then adds over 50 new
commands. It offers the power and flexibility you need, so
that you'll actually prefer the command line for certain tasks.
Because it only replaces COMMAND.COM, the rest of your software
works just as it always has. Try it and find out why users
love this refreshing, innovative command processor!

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Product: 4DOS for Windows NT


Author: JP Software Inc., 617-646-3975
Version: 2.0 (01-24-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows NT 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $79.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: 4NTX.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 617-354-7077 to
download it at no charge); 4NT*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENB
forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID 75020,244
for assistance).
Download size: 640k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The first utility to combine the power of the command line with
the pleasure of an easy to use interface. It is a refreshing
replacement for the Windows NT command shell, CMD.EXE. Enhances
most Windows NT commands, and adds over 50 of its own. It
supports all disk formats, including FAT, HPFS, and NTFS. It's
fully compatible with traditional commands, so there isn't a
new language to learn. If you've ever been frustrated by the
limitations of the command line, try this.
Product: 4OS2
Author: JP Software Inc., 617-646-3975
Version: 2.0 (12-16-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), OS/2 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail
support; 3-month return policy; disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: 4OS2X.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 617-354-7077
to download it at no charge); 4OS2*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75020,244 for assistance).
Download size: 640k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The first utility to combine the power of the command line with
the pleasure of an easy to use interface. An innovative
replacement for the OS/2 command shell CMD.EXE, it enhances
most commands and adds over 50 of its own. Commands offer you
the power and flexibility you need so you'll actually prefer
the command line for certain tasks. It supports all disk
formats, including FAT and HPFS. If you've ever been left

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frustrated by the limitations of the command line, then try


this.
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Product: 6 Sense - DOS 6 Utilities
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-261-7023
Version: 2.1 (07-23-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $14.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products. Collection of DOSKEY
macros.
Look for: DOSUTL??.ZIP on BBSs; DOSUTL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for
assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Menu-driven utilities for configuring the various switches in
the new DIR and FORMAT commands. Allows you to easily select
just the options you need. You can then either execute the
command directly with the options you have specified, or store
the options in an environment variable to make the changes
permanent. Both programs feature context-sensitive help and
complete access to all documented (and some undocumented)
command features.
Product: ABmenu
Fast/easy, program menu and directory changer. See full
description on page 196.
Product: CEnvi
Simple C-interpreter to enhance batch files. See full
description on page 472.
Product: CMFiler
File manager. See full description on page 191.
Product: HDM - Hard Disk Menu
DOS menu & security system, network support. See full
description on page 188.
Product: PocketD Plus
Award-winning 220+ option DOS army knife. See full description
on page 193.

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Product: SmilerShell
Windows cmdline, control center, launcher. See full
description on page 217.
Product: Task Scheduler for DOS
Author: Simian Id Software, 314-781-8709
Version: 2.5 (08-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 3k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: SCHEDTSK.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-638-3041 to download it
at no charge); SCHEDT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:DOS SHAREW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 73613,3606 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1855
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Task and Event manager which will schedule and run any
programs. This means you can run unattended backups or other
processes any time of the day or night just by setting the date
and time, and listing the programs to be run. Programs can be
run once, daily, weekly, monthly, or at an interval you set!
The TSR only requires 2.5K when resident.
Product: TOP
Author: TNC Technology, 716-872-1377
Version: 2.0 (11-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 36 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; 12-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TOP200.ZIP on BBSs (call 716-872-4913 to download it at
no charge); TOP200.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70403,2351 for assistance).
Download size: 351k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Improves DOS commands without sacrificing the command line!
Adds command history, file management, program scheduling,
aliasing, menus, mouse, 4000+ lines of on-line help, much more!
Most commands can be accessed through pop-up windows with mouse
"drag and drop" between windows, screen and command line. Popup windows can be displayed while you type, including help!
Screen savers, custom colors, super VGA modes, can use EMS or
XMS. The color DIR utility alone has over 35 options.

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Product: WinKillr
Author: Open Windows, 719-531-0403
Version: 1.0 (05-28-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $9.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of
CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products. CompuServe Membership
Offer.
Look for: KILLR_10.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 179k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
New!! Timed Program Terminator - Designed to "terminate"
programs at a specific time, time/date or after a specified
elapsed time. Will Save open files and "Save As" open files
that have not yet been named. Don't let that e-mail client you
forgot to "kill" at work lock you out again!
Product: WizManager
Fantastic File Manager add-on. See full description on
page 195.
2.5.4 Batch & macro utilities
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Product: 6 Sense - DOS 6 Utilities
Handy utilities for DOS 5.00+. See full description on
page 121.
Product: ACTION Process Automator
Author: Redei Enterprises, 310-832-6984
Version: 1.0 (03-28-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Network (LAN); XMS memory;
math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $79.50 (add $5.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1690k (about 126 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Appears iconized when Windows is loaded and takes charge over
predetermined tasks, triggering them whenever they are
scheduled to occur. Just click the icon to add, delete, edit,
view or test actions. It can copy, rename, move files and

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directories, start applications,play macros, zip and unzip


archives, attach servers, map drives, reboot, restart.
Product: A Batch View
Author: Robin R. Latham, 817-263-4056
Version: 1.1 (09-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 32k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 24-month free
upgrading allowed. 24 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ABATVIEW.ZIP on BBSs; ABTVEW.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72614,602 for
assistance).
Download size: 138k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Eight programs make up a utility set designed to enhance your
batch Files. Operates in color or monochrome text modes. A popup menu program with selectable colors, shadowing, text or
ASCII code wallpapered backgrounds, 48 selections. A pop-up
message program (same options) with system info. DOS echo
replacement for color text and graphic symbols. Scrolling
messages/billboard marquee program. (multi-option) color screen
clearing, information, system utility programs. Text file
viewer
Product: BATUTIL
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Version: 4.0 (12-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $43.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SKEY??.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76004,1664 for
assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you spiff up your batch files with accesss to hardware
information, display of text in color and/or large letters, pop
up menus and file lists. You can directly access the
environment and have paths up to 255 characters long. PC
Magazine called it the 'ultimate batch enhancer' and PC World
and PC Computing included it in "Best of.." articles. Has a
full fledged language with if..then, case, etc.

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Product: CEnvi
Simple C-interpreter to enhance batch files. See full
description on page 472.
Product: Command Post
Grand old lady of Windows shells. See full description on
page 185.
Product: ENVI_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.10 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: EMAN110.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-371-2490 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 34k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An environment utility that accomplishes two major function.
First - display all current environment strings and data about
the environment such as the location, size and space
availability of the Master environment. Second - let a batch
file know how much environment space is currently available and
to provide a graceful exit if there isn't enough. It may also
show under certain circumstances the size of the master
environment can be expanded without changes being made to
CONFIG.SYS.

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Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!


Author: Seaware Corp., 407-738-1712
Version: 4.08 (04-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $79.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $12.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of phone, BBS, newsletter support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: EBL.ZIP on BBSs (call 407-738-1843 to download it at no
charge); EBL*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1
(or contact userID 71426,204 for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes your batch files hum! Adds professional extensions to
existing MS-DOS batch files to:
v/ Integrate and automate programs to work together
v/ Speed batch files up to 5 times faster
v/ Add structured IF, REPEAT, WHILE, BEGIN/END commands
v/ Create menus automatically
v/ Design professional user interfaces (windows, several menu
types, sound, and more)
v/ Add over 100 commands, functions, and expression types
Using batch files will never be the same.
Product: File Finder/Grouper
The best file finder! Find & process files. See full
description on page 37.
Product: FileMod
Author: Lincoln Beach Software, 314-861-1500
Version: 1.2 (06-17-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: FILEMD12.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); FILEMD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70700,630 for assistance).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can make modifications to your systems files from within a
batch file or at the command line. Updates FILES, BUFFERS,
PATH, add/remove lines, modify parameters, remark out lines and
more....

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Product: HandyDOS
File/disk, prof batching, video & menu utils. See full
description on page 142.
Product: MENU_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 2.00 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: MMAN200.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-371-2490 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows the display of user selection menus from within batch
files. These menus are controlled by command line options and
can contain a title and up to nineteen selection option lines
that are generated from REM lines in the batch file which
follows the call to MENU-MAN. Options include either selection
or check-box menus, a user response time limit, menu
positioning, erasing the screen before/after menu display, and
menu sound, color and type customization.
Product: MicroFox DOS Utilities
DOS Utilities for Printers, screens, files. See full
description on page 38.
Product: PALERT
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 2.4 (10-22-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s). 3 months of support.
1-month return policy.
Look for: PALERT24.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-352-2825 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 27k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
A batch file utility designed to check your disk freespace
before starting an application. Specify how much disk
freespace you need for a program and it insures you have it
before starting an application. Don't be caught in your
wordprocessor or spreadsheet with a file that is too big to be
saved. Put it in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file to warn you when your

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hard disk is getting full. Presents a graphical representation


of space to let you quickly determine freespace levels.
Product: PATH_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 1.15 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: PMAN115.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-371-2490 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A utility that searches the directory path elements of the PATH
statement for a given file. The search file name may include
DOS wildcard characters. The ERRORLEVEL variable is set, based
on the results of this search, to allow more user friendly
batch files - a graceful exit can be made when needed data
files or programs are missing. Optionally, the path element on
which the search file is located may be displayed.
Product: PDAILY
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 1.0 (10-10-86)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $14.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s). 3 months of support.
1-month return policy.
Look for: PDAILY.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it at
no charge); PDAILY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance).
Download size: 11k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Lets users execute one or more DOS batch commands once per day.
Use it when you execute a batch command multiple times per day
but want selected commands to execute only once. For instance
backup or disk cleanup. Can be implemented in your
AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
Product: QIC-BAT for CMS
Enhancement software for Colorado tape drives. See full
description on page 42.

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Product: STACKEY
Keystroke stacking utility. See full description on page 71.
Product: STEENBURGH's STUFF
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-261-7023
Version: 3.0 (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products.
Look for: SSTUFF??.ZIP on BBSs; SSTUFF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
72330,1776 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 21 batch file utilities. BATBOX is a simple but
useful menu system. CHKPRN returns printer status. CLK reports
the time/date with billions of formatting options. DOSVER
reports the DOS version (via errorlevel). INPUT displays fancy
prompts and accepts input. MUSIC plays transcribed sheet music,
while SOUNDER produces billions of different random tones.
Support for direct manipulation of environment variables. Many
other useful functions provided. Supports EGA/VGA.
Product: Task Scheduler for DOS
Schedule task/programs to run anytime. See full description on
page 122.
Product: WinBatch
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 4.0 (10-31-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $69.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WB-40L.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WB-40L.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers over 250 functions for computer automation from Windows.
Control and add functions to applications, Windows, networks,
and the resources they connect to. "One of the little-known

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treasures of the Windows environment." - Barry Simon, Windows


Sources. Lets you create the custom utilities the application
programmers forgot.
2.5.4.1 Batch file compilers
See also: Computer programming, Languages.
Product: PowerBatch
Author: CSD, Inc., 404-926-9565
Version: 2.2 (05-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 128k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PWRBAT20.ZIP on BBSs; PWRBAT.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72701,155 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2335
PsL#: 11265
Download size: 255k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a replacement language for DOS batch files. If you can
write a DOS batch file you can create your own .EXE
replacement. More flexibility than batch files. Creates standalone .EXE program, no enhancer file to drag along. Total color
control, fast screen writes, inputs from the keyboard, true
defined variables, program flow control, access to system info
(environ variables, disk types, file sizes, etc). Execute any
external non-TSR .EXE, .COM, .BAT or DOS command. Over 80 cmds.
2.5.5 Configuration utilities
See also: Computer programming, Languages.

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Product: BOOT.SYS
Author: Salvisberg Software & Consulting
Version: 2.10 (10-26-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$11.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month limited return policy. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed. Free CompuServe IntroPak.
Look for: BOOT210.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
at no charge); BOOTSY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73237,3556 for assistance);
BOOT210.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
PsL#: 10020
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives you one or more menus out of CONFIG.SYS to select your
configuration while you're booting up. Similar to DOS6 multiconfig - adds a pretty menu; if/then/else, use of variables,
and on-the-fly editing in CONFIG.SYS; reboot from cmd line;
passwords; installation program, automatically upgrades DOS6
multi-config; more! Does not write to your disk! No resident
driver under DOS6! Up to 20 items per menu, 25 menus. MS/PC-DOS
2.11 to 6.3, DR DOS 5.0/6.0, Novell DOS 7, supports DOS= cmd,
QEMM7.
Product: Bootit
Multi-boot/user defined HD specs. See full description on
page 118.
Product: Button Manager for Windows
Icon-driven Windows application launcher. See full description
on page 202.

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Product: DasBOOT!
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: 3.0 (10-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DASBOT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FSFORUM forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 76662,1623
for assistance).
Download size: 54k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This menu program lets the user select between several sets of
CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files. A very handy utility
program to help you get the maximum amount of memory for using
flight simulators or other memory hungry programs and then
allows an easy way to restore your normal day-to-day
configuration. Compatible with Stacker and delayed-write disk
caches. No double boot needed with Stacker, and flushes writedelayed caches. Up to 200 configs.
Product: EZSET
A versatile printer setup utility. See full description on
page 92.
Product: HiMOVE
Upper memory manager. See full description on page 69.
Product: More Control
Author: Sloop Software, 719-260-0433
Version: 2.0 (06-02-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 50k RAM; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $12.50 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MCICLB.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72540,144
for assistance).
Download size: 185k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you access many of those settings that Microsoft did not
see fit to include in the Control Panel. Change the font used
to display icon titles, the color used by hypertext in Windows
help, the vertical spacing between icons plus many others. Also
include CP-AddIn. This utility allows you to add any program
you want to the Control Panel.

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Product: Program Group Specialist


Makes adding icons to Pgm Mgr simple. See full description on
page 203.
Product: SHERLOCK
A dual window ASCII file comparison utility. See full
description on page 58.
Product: Snooper
Author: Vias and Associates, 415-921-6262
Version: 3.40 (06-21-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; lifetime return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SNOOP340.ZIP on BBSs (call 904-335-7289 to download it
at no charge); SNOOPR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCHW forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72260,1601 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2535
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful yet friendly system info utility. It shows CPU/NDP,
bus (incl. PCI), CPU speed, DOS, BIOS, memory, disks, video,
CD-ROM, env, keyboard, sound cards, ports, IDE model, CMOS
info, disk cache, Stacker, FILES= & BUFFERS=, IRQs, DMA,
modems, fax/modems, mice, port IRQs. Lets you edit CMOS,
CONFIG, & AUTOEXEC. Network info and benchmark screens, detects
1100 MicroChannel cards. Auto-logging feature. Ideal for tech
support, HW inventory, & you!
Product: Super Stuff Utilities
Windows based utilities that enhance Windows. See full
description on page 204.

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Product: SuperSet - Environment Extender


Author: Ross Leidy
Version: 1.1 (02-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.
Registration fee: $12.95
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 12 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SSET11.ZIP on BBSs; SSET11.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCUTIL forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75122,1275 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4556
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A replacement for the DOS SET command. It lets you:
* Extend environment strings to any arbitrary length. No
more limit of 127 characters for the DOS PATH.
* Modify existing environment strings.
* Save environment snapshot files. Save and Restore your
entire environment in a single command.
* Manipulate Novell Netware drives in the PATH.
* Operate on Parent or Master environment block.
* Display your environment in an easy-to-read format.
Product: Win Multiple Configurations
Author: JRE Enterprises
Version: 6.2 (10-05-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL. PKUNZIP v2.04G or later.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: WMC62.ZIP on BBSs (call 602-814-0483 to download it at
no charge); WMC62.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71162,2311 for assistance).
SWREG#: 662
Download size: 570k (about 43 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows up to 100 different Windows configurations to be saved
and restored. Create and save desktops specific for your
children, husband, wife, work partner, etc., or for any special
purposes you wish. Ability to specify files to be included in
each saved configuration. Ability to copy program manager
groups among saved configurations and ability to compress saved
configurations to save disk space.

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2.5.6 Recovery utilities


Product: Btr Help!
Btrieve File Utility. Repair, Edit, Browse. See full
description on page 498.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 17.
Product: HDTEST
Thorough Read/Write hard/floppy disk test. See full
description on page 27.
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 206.
2.5.7 Fonts
Product: Fonter
Author: OsoSoft, 805-528-1759
Version: 6.2 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: FONTER.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-528-3753 to download it at
no charge); FONTER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71571,222 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This award-winning program views and prints TT and ATM fonts in
many ways. See font samples, ANSI charts, keyboard display.
Print lists with samples, type specimens, ANSI charts, keyboard
layouts. View font metric details. Preview and install TrueType
fonts too. Save any character as 72 pt. BMP file. This was the
first font viewer for Windows and is still one of the best.

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2.5.7.1 PostScript fonts


Product: CJNFonts
Author: Christopher J. Noyes Software, 718-625-2262
Version: 1.00 (11-19-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP
DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $1.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $1.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$1.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: CJNFONT.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-625-0411 to download it
at no charge); CJNFNT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71570,3055 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Truetype and Postscript versions. Fetures several Astrology
fonts and a general commercial symbol font. Contents:
AstGlyph-Astrological Glyphs & Symbols AstPi1--Astrological
Decorative Symbols CJNPI-General symbol font for general use.
Product: RRKeyCapsGerman (PST1)
Author: RoadRunner Computing, 504-928-0780
Version: 2.0 (07-24-94)
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus fonts;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RR-GP2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,2426
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2730
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete 2-D German PC keycaps (RRKeyCapsGerman) and sampler
containing mixture of RRKeyLetters and RRWinSymbols for use in
PC docs. Designed by doc writer. Readable at body text sizes,
mnemonic and easy to use.

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Product: RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (PST1)


Author: RoadRunner Computing, 504-928-0780
Version: 2.0 (07-24-94)
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus fonts;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RR-MP2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,2426
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2728
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete 2-D Mac keycaps (RRMacCaps) and sampler containing
mixture of RRKeyLetters and RRWinSymbols for use in PC docs.
Designed by doc writer. Readable at body text sizes, mnemonic
and easy to use.
2.5.7.2 TrueType fonts
Product: CJNFonts
Truetype & Postscript fonts. See full description on page 136.
Product: ESF's TrueType Collection 1
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.1 (08-24-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 445k RAM; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: ESFTT1.ZIP on BBSs; ESFTT1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72417,3437 for
assistance).
Download size: 445k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Ten scalable TrueType fonts for Windows 3.1 and WordPerfect 6.0
for DOS. Includes a SETUP program to automatically install the
fonts and an illustrated tutorial on fonts. Includes: Aapex,
Century, Century Bold, Cursive Elegant, Friz Quad, Friz Quad
Bold, Old English, MicroStile, MicroStile Bold, & Zap Chance.

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Product: RISS Font Pak #1


Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-767-3106
Version: 1.3 (02-25-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 3-month return policy;
bonus fonts; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: RISSFP1.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-767-3931 to download it
at no charge); RISSF1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:RISS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72662,463 for assistance).
Download size: 299k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of five decorative, specialty TrueType Fonts for
Windows 3.1. These are highly ornamental, original, exciting
fonts guaranteed to spruce up any document! Great for
headlines, and body text alike. Comes complete with fully
automated installation system - just run SETUP and everything
is done for you - it runs on "autopilot" and couldn't be
easier! Includes comprehensive documentation.
Product: RRKeyCaps & RRKeySampler (PST1)
Author: RoadRunner Computing, 504-928-0780
Version: 2.0 (07-24-94)
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus fonts;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RR-PP2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,2426
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2726
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete 2-D PC keycaps (RRKeyCaps) and sampler containing
mixture of RRKeyLetters and RRWinSymbols for use in PC docs.
Designed by doc writer. Readable at body text sizes, mnemonic
and easy to use.

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Product: RRKeyCaps & RRKeySampler (TT)


Author: RoadRunner Computing, 504-928-0780
Version: 2.0 (07-24-94)
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus fonts;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RR-PT2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,2426
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2725
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete 2-D PC keycaps (RRKeyCaps) and sampler containing
mixture of RRKeyLetters and RRWinSymbols for use in PC docs.
Designed by doc writer. Readable at body text sizes, mnemonic
and easy to use.
Product: RRKeyCapsGerman (TT)
Author: RoadRunner Computing, 504-928-0780
Version: 2.0 (07-24-94)
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus fonts;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RR-GT2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,2426
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2729
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete 2-D German PC keycaps (RRKeyCapsGerman) and sampler
containing mixture of RRKeyLetters and RRWinSymbols for use in
PC docs. Designed by doc writer. Readable at body text sizes,
mnemonic and easy to use.

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Product: RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (TT)


Author: RoadRunner Computing, 504-928-0780
Version: 2.0 (07-24-94)
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus fonts;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RR-MT2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76436,2426
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2727
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete 2-D Mac keycaps (RRMacCaps) and sampler containing
mixture of RRKeyLetters and RRWinSymbols for use in PC docs.
Designed by doc writer. Readable at body text sizes, mnemonic
and easy to use.
Product: Top Fonts Sampler
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts, 708-377-3520
Version: 1.3 (08-23-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone support; discounts on
other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TOPFNT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DTP forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72417,3437 for
assistance).
Download size: 268k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of 8 scalable TrueType fonts for Windows 3.1.
Includes: Cooper Black, Cursive Elegant, Future Black, Nova,
Nova Bold, Nova Italic, Nova Bold-Italic, & Old English. Easy
to install in Windows and they work on any printer. All fonts
include the full international character set.
2.5.8 Other
Product: CD-QUICK Cache
Small TSR makes your CD-ROM drive fast! See full description
on page 84.
Product: CTS Serial Port Utilities
Serial port diagnositic and control utilities. See full
description on page 83.

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Product: HandyDOS
Author: Abri Technologies, Inc.
Version: 1.6 (10-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 100k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
discounts on upgrades; registration commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HDOS.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72345,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 20k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Twelve handy, well written DOS utilities for: file handling
(moving-deleting files & directories, WYSIWYG attribute
changing, etc.); batch programming (pop-up windows, cursor
moving, colour/sound); a stay-in-dos menu system; and a
versatile video & cursor checking/setting utility. A good demo
batch included.
Product: MEG SYSTEM INFO GRAPHS PIE 3-D
Author: Jim Tolliver, 203-322-0298
Version: 3.5 (07-30-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 4.0 or better. 1024k RAM; VGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MEG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 74213,163 for
assistance); MEG.ZIP on GEnie in PC forum LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 2259
PsL#: 11261
Download size: 66k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simplifies your PC space for any disk (floppy, hard, network),
shows space as large easy-to-read pie and 3D graphs. Complete
space information is shown in megabytes. You will see 10 Meg
Free instead of xxx bytes. %Free, free, used and total. CPU
identified (including Pentium) and speed tested to .01 Mhz.
Mouse click to advance to next drive or use autoscan. System
info includes CD-ROM, extended memory, DOS and Windows
versions. Five built in screen savers.
Product: SAFEPACK
Disk defragmenter with data safety features. See full
description on page 11.

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2.6 Desktop utilities


Product: C-Menu/32
A stunning easy 32-bit VGA menuing system. See full
description on page 184.
Product: Grafer Line Graphs for Reports
Makes line graphs for reports. See full description on
page 414.
Product: New Menus for Windows
X-Win/Win4 like shell and desktop enhancement. See full
description on page 189.
Product: PCDESK
Author: Wells Computing Services, 813-447-0604
Version: 5.1 (07-02-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; HP LaserJet
printer; Mouse; Epson printer; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, mail support; 1-month
limited return policy.
Look for: PCDESK51.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A highly interactive program that generates monthly calendars
and a weekly planner to which you can add memo notes. Also
generates yearly calendars, and displays an analog clock.
Includes an address book data base and an ASCII text editor.
Comes with on-line instructions.
Product: q&dBase for Windows
Database creation and maintenance program. See full
description on page 284.
Product: SensuVoX I
WAV sets to give your PC a Sensual Voice. See full description
on page 211.
Product: WinCap+
Powerful Windows(3.1) screen capture utility. See full
description on page 578.

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Product: Winvelope
[***]
Envelope printing utility for Windows. See full description on
page 100.

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2.6.1 Multi-function
Product: ABcmd
Handy, easy to use, Windows command line. See full description
on page 117.
Product: AMF Daily Planner & P.I.M.
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 4.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $21.95
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WPIM.ZIP on BBSs; WPIM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHA
forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3409
PsL#: 11789
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This PIM is the easiest by far to use. Calendar and daily
planner/to-do list to the year 9000! Full desktop editor which
allows saves and openings. Phone book and address books store
up to 21,000 entries in a Rolodex look-alike dialog. No
clutter. Easy to use. Full drag & drop interface. Drag & drop
scheduling. Up to 64k data per day. Set up to 1440 alarms per
day. Automated dialing, WinFaxing, Mail Merges, scheduling,
envelope printing, business letter creation, and more! <ASP>
Product: Around The House
Complete personal/home information manager. See full
description on page 167.
Product: Button Manager for Windows
Icon-driven Windows application launcher. See full description
on page 202.
Product: CEnvi
Simple C-interpreter to enhance batch files. See full
description on page 472.
Product: Contact-Lens!
Extremely fast contact manager/PIM. See full description on
page 169.
Product: Day By Day
Scheduler, diary, task manager with password. See full
description on page 170.

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Product: Drag 'n' Drop Utils for Win NT


Author: clySmic Software, 518-438-5548
Version: 1.42 (09-26-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows NT 3.1 or better. March 1993 beta (or
later) of Windows NT.
Registration fee: $14.95
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NTUTIL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINNT forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76156,164 for
assistance).
Download size: 154k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Native Win32/NT utilities:
PaperDrop drag 'n' drop wallpaper changer
EXEType
d'n'd EXE info utility to keep track of all the
EXE types you use with NT
GeneralDrop makes any program a d'n'd
Also digital & analog clocks, quick NT exit/reboot, a File
Manager add-on (with toolbar buttons!), SysInfo, & a drag 'n'
drop file recycler.
Product: Little Black Book
Autodialer/'rolodex' program. See full description on
page 156.
Product: Safe Program
Lock files in a software safe - Email secure. See full
description on page 45.
Product: Silver Wolf Desktop
Author: Silver Wolf Software
Version: 1.0 (12-12-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6
months of CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: SW?10.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 714-376-9240
to download it at no charge); SW?10.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71441,1637 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4130
Download size: 422k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Brings the true, proven, folder/document look & feel to Windows
3.1 today! Brings you not only the best features of Macintosh &
Windows95, but many other even more intuituve ways to use your

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computer. Gives you long filenames, trashcan(delayed( and


immediate delete, icon and text file/directory views, file
finder, a history list of opened files, Program Manager group
access, zip file access, full drag/drop between apps, file
aliases and more!
Product: SmilerShell
Windows cmdline, control center, launcher. See full
description on page 217.
Product: TMC Calendar & Phone Book
Author: Specific Applications Software, 612-722-9659
Version: 2.1 (01-17-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 256k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Modem.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 12 months of CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TMC21A.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 16 (or contact userID 76470,3424 for
assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Menu driven and extremely easy to use program. Keep notes
about your daily schedule and appointments. Print or export as
ASCII files: calendars, monthly notes, phone & address
directory data and mailing lists. You can even dial phone
numbers right from the directory. While running, helpful
information is displayed along the way and additional
information is accessible just by pressing F1.
Product: Visual Calendar Planner
A desktop planner similar to office planner. See full
description on page 176.

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Product: WinDatCon
Author: Vogel Scientific Software
Version: 2.0 (04-18-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard
disk; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support;
3-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WDC20.ZIP on BBSs; WDC20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71302,3436 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2492
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows data conversion program for acceleration, angle,
area, energy, length, power, pressure, speed, temperature,
time, volume and weight. Has many unique features including
pop-up unit definitions, a leap year option, graphical angle
display, calculation of boiling points at specified pressures,
density calculations, and lists of SI prefixes and over 200
boiling points and densities. A valuable tool for scientists
and students.
Product: WinPost
Reminder notes manager for Windows. See full description on
page 177.
Product: XFile
Author: Phase 33 Digital, Inc.
Version: 2.00 (03-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.95
Registration benefits: 6 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products. 1 free update disk(s)
sent out. May upgrade to Pro version rather than wait for next
release.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 5242
PsL#: 11955
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Low profile multifunctional desktop utility for Windows 3.1.
Features include drag-n-drop file/directory deletion, multidrive file finder, program launcher, timed program execution,
unlimited alarms, system resource monitor, free memory monitor,
quick Windows exit, and general system information. Optionally
displays date, time, resources, and free memory.

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Product: ZiPaper
Wallpaper changer uses PKZip to save space. See full
description on page 55.
2.6.2 Calculators
See also: Spreadsheet applications; Mathematics; Finances,
Financial calculators; Business, Business utilities, Weights &
measurements.
Product: CALC_JNC
Author: James N. Cox, 215-538-7363
Version: 9.51 (02-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 58k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, GEnie,
mail support; 2-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CALJNC95.SDN on BBSs (call 215-721-7039 to download it
at no charge); CALJNC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76665,3443 for assistance);
CALJNC.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID J.COX32 for assistance).
SWREG#: 187
PsL#: 10738
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Automatic conversions between decimal, hex, octal and binary.
Logical operations supported: not, and, nand, or, xor, nor,
neg, rol, ror, modulus. Entry of complex floating point
calculations supported. Logarithms, sin, cos, tan, hyperbolas,
time, fixed, decimal, pi, roots, factorials, and much more.
Other features:
* Load as a TSR
* Displayable memories
* Colors
* Moveable anywhere on screen
* On-line help
* Printer support
* Interactive manual

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Product: Convert
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Version: 2.01 (06-03-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: CVT201.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it at
no charge); CVT201.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72561,2637 for assistance).
Download size: 348k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This units conversion calculator for Windows includes MANY
common and not-so-common unit conversions (inches to
centimeters, mph to furlongs per fortnight, and so forth).
What's different about Convert, though, is that you can easily
add your own unit conversions with any text editor (or use the
built-in one). Convert can even handle conversions which
require an offset such as Farenheit to Centigrade. Other
features include cutting and pasting for chain calculations and
control over output format.
Product: Convert It!(tm) SE
Versatile unit of measure converter. See full description on
page 384.
Product: Home Refinancing
Compute time value savings from refinancing. See full
description on page 393.
Product: Judy's TenKey
Author: Judy's Applications, 408-244-0744
Version: 3.0 (10-20-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $2.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus
utilities; discounts on other products.
Look for: 10KEY30.ZIP on BBSs; 10KEY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHA forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 70574,2247 for
assistance).
Download size: 188k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful Windows calculator with nearly every feature
imaginable, including ascrolling tape you can save, print,
resize, and even edit (causing the tape to automatically
recalculate); selectable syntax (normal, RPN, or tenkey adding

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machine); financial dialogs; customizable display; keep on top


option; "Tip of the Day", and much more. You will never go
back to the default Windows calculator.
2.6.3 Calendars
Product: Above & Beyond
PIM for planning, managing your time. See full description on
page 166.
Product: Ample Notice
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software, 704-264-6906
Version: 3.00 (07-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, future
update, support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; AN300.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73577,230 for
assistance).
Download size: 192k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An appointments calendar/alarm clock package that can help
organize your life. You can easily record birthdays (with ages
updated each year), a meeting every other Tuesday at 4:00 for 5
meetings, Father's Day (third Sunday in June), and many other
date patterns.
Appointments automatically set a 'pop-up alarm clock'.
Printouts can be obtained in many styles for reference away
from your computer. Mouse support, help, menus, and
customization.
Product: Calendar Mate
Author: Hawk Software, 306-543-8899
Version: 4.2 (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $28.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone support.
Look for: CALMATE4.ZIP on BBSs (call 306-777-4493 to download it
at no charge); CALM42.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 75130,1650 for assistance).
Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured calendar program that is extremely user
friendly and flexible. Its major distinctives are its ability
to print daily, monthly and yearly calendars and its
flexibility in defining repeating events. Many different
intervals may be specified such as 'annually' or 'last workday
of the month'. Different events files may be easily maintained
and calendars may be printed in English, Spanish, French or
German. A fine, inexpensive calendar program.

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Product: ChronoLog
Personal info/resource mgmt system for DOS. See full
description on page 168.
Product: Contact-Lens!
Extremely fast contact manager/PIM. See full description on
page 169.
Product: Daily Log Book
Diary or Journal. See full description on page 181.
Product: DARN! Don't Forget!
Events Reminder for Windows. See full description on page 169.
Product: Dear Diary
Diary/daily journal. See full description on page 181.
Product: Early Bird
Early Bird. See full description on page 178.
Product: Family Calendar for Windows
Author: Command Line Software, 970-667-4566
Version: 1.30 (04-18-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 12-month bound calendar using
your data.
Look for: FAMCAL13.ZI on BBSs (call 970-663-5507 to download it
at no charge); FAMCAL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72673,357 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4198
PsL#: 11735
Download size: 232k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints family oriented professional quality wall calendars.
Give calendars as annual gifts to family and friends. Make $$$
yourself printing calendars for others. Also prints unique
(purse or pocket) "shopping list". Supports International date
formats and A4 paper size. Prints formatted and sorted events
list and blank data collection sheets. Supports laser and other
graphic printers, including most dot matrix printers.
Product: Mayan Calendar
[***]
Converts Mayan/modern calendar dates. See full description on
page 598.

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Product: Open Menu


Flexible fast general purpose menu program. See full
description on page 189.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
TSR PIM appointment reminder, clock, calendar. See full
description on page 173.
Product: Personal Schedule
Author: Will Baldwin, 913-381-9109
Version: 1.02 (04-20-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: PRSCD102.ZIP on BBSs.
SWREG#: 5471
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calendar/schedule/project manager. Personal Schedule manages
personal, family, group, and project calendar schedules,
reminding when tasks are due, and automatically calculating due
dates for recurring tasks. It features both Interactive and
Batch modes. In batch mode (i.e. Autoexec.bat), it will scan
your schedule and pop up a window if it finds a current
uncompleted task. Ideal for work or home. No limit on # of
schedules that can be created. Pull-down menus, dialog boxes,
mouse control.
Product: RagTime for Windows
Author: Unique Software Productions, 310-866-1932
Version: 1.0a (10-15-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk;
Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 1
months of CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: RAGTIME.ZIP on BBSs (call 310-864-3062 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 380k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
As the name implies: it keeps track of a girl's "." Why keep
notes? Why risk a vacation at the wrong time of the month? Why
suffer embarassing questions? Now for the first time, it's easy
to keep track of "it." Keeps track of 3 persons.

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Product: Reminder
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 1.3F (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; EGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $59.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: RM-13F.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); RM-13F.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to let you setup and view your appointments as easily
as possible. Items and tasks are sorted by date and time
placing all items needing attention on to so you can "see" what
is next on your list. Windows Reminder supports DDE and MS
Mail. Alarms can be set to do a variety of tasks. Applications
can be launched at specific times.
Product: TASK MASTER
Project tracking program. See full description on page 353.
Product: TC's Personal Data Manager
Keep track of addresses and phone numbers. See full
description on page 175.
Product: TC's Toolbox
Nine Windows programs, view files & lots more. See full
description on page 65.
Product: Visual Calendar Planner
A desktop planner similar to office planner. See full
description on page 176.
Product: x-CAL3
Network calendar system. See full description on page 430.
Product: Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1
Windows 3.1 reminder program. See full description on
page 179.

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2.6.4 Clocks
Product: Clickometer
Author: Sapphire Software Inc., 808-395-5587
Version: 1.1 (11-29-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CLKMTR11.ZIP on BBSs; CLKMTR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71223,3653 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3941
PsL#: 11694
Download size: 86k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Knowing when to take a break may help to reduce repetitivestrain injuries (RSI). This utility counts keystrokes, mouse
clicks, and tracks mouse movement. It issues warning notices
when activity thresholds are exceeded. Real-time counters are
displayed like odometers. Reports show profiles of user input
activity. On-line help provided. Dynamic Link Library can be
used by your own programs.
Product: Drag 'n' Drop Utils for Win NT
Utils for NT: clocks, wallpaper, recycler, &c. See full
description on page 143.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
TSR PIM appointment reminder, clock, calendar. See full
description on page 173.
Product: SmilerShell
Windows cmdline, control center, launcher. See full
description on page 217.
Product: Visual Calendar Planner
A desktop planner similar to office planner. See full
description on page 176.
Product: XFile
Multifunction desktop utility for Windows. See full
description on page 146.
2.6.4.1 Precision timers
Product: TC's Toolbox
Nine Windows programs, view files & lots more. See full
description on page 65.

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2.6.5 Phone dialers


See also: Communications, Call logging & analysis.
Product: Above & Beyond
PIM for planning, managing your time. See full description on
page 166.
Product: buttonFile
Easy Windows personal filer, predefined cards. See full
description on page 281.
Product: Contact Browser
[***]
Author: Moore Software Solutions, 619-672-1479
Version: 2.5b (08-25-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; XMS memory.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy; site
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PHONE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINPROD forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 72774,3705
for assistance).
SWREG#: 5066
Download size: 1277k (about 95 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can be used at home or for business. Includes fields for names,
addresses, six phone numbers, special dates, E-Mail ID's, and
comments. Uses categories for grouping contacts for reports and
label printing. Unlimited number of entries, automatically
sorted. Searching, modem dialing, full featured customizable
reports and label printing, import/export, call histories, OLE
2.0 and E-Mail capabilities.
Product: The Dialer
Author: GRH Software, 616-676-2270
Version: 2.30 (08-26-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 138k RAM; CGA monitor; Hayescompatible modem.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other

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products. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 12 free update


disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DIAL23.ZIP on BBSs; DIAL23.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 75676,556 for
assistance); DIAL23.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID G.HEITZ for assistance).
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Feature packed telephone autodialer. Features include a call
timer, note pad, log that saves the name, time, date, and your
notes, easy to use macros, the capacity for an unlimited amount
of names and numbers, quick search and find, dials long number
sequences which makes even credit card calls a breeze, and much
more. COM1 or COM2
Product: Easydial
Author: Patri-Soft, 909-352-2820
Version: 4.5 (01-22-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor; Hercules monitor;
Hard disk; Modem.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of BBS
support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: ED45.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-352-2825 to download it at
no charge); ED45.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 76347,2477 for assistance); ED45.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC-615 forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID PATRISOFT
for assistance).
Download size: 74k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Dial your phone with your modem quickly and easily. Quick to
master; one of the best dialers available. You may log and time
calls, make difficult credit card calls, and even ignore a
certain area code. Great for turning call forwarding on/off,
contacting pagers and more! The dialer that you have been
looking for!
Product: Folders
Personal information manager network email. See full
description on page 171.
Product: HDM - Hard Disk Menu
DOS menu & security system, network support. See full
description on page 188.
Product: Link
Connects program to callback service. See full description on
page 421.

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Product: Little Black Book


Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 3.0 (10-25-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Modem; Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, CompuServe support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: LBB.ZIP on BBSs (call 201-886-8048 to download it at no
charge); LBB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 76336,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3202
PsL#: 11661
Download size: 720k (about 54 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A popular favorite. It allows users to store names, addresses,
phone numbers, and up to 64K of notes per record. Includes
print and print-preview features as well as a full-featured online context sensitive Windows help system. Also has an
intuitive toolbar interface in addition to the standard menu
structure interface. Data is created in MS-Access 2.0 format
for easy portability to other popular applications.
Product: Money Organizer
Manages unlimited number of accounts, budget. See full
description on page 397.
Product: NAMEBASE
Name/address/notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 355.
Product: PCFDial
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Version: 1.05 (05-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 7k RAM; Hard disk; Hayescompatible modem.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
other products.
Look for: PCFD-105.ZIP on BBSs (call 618-632-2339 to download it
at no charge); PCFDIL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74017,1344 for assistance);

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PCFD-103.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact


userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
SWREG#: 835
PsL#: 10362
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1991 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
This 7k swapping TSR dials voice phone numbers displayed by
other programs (such as database software). Can dial "vanity"
numbers like 800-IBM-DISK or numbers split apart on separate
lines. Keeps a log of calls and displays the local time for
each area code. Pops up at regular intervals to let you know
how long you've talked (useful for salesmen who must "close the
deal" in a set amount of time). Context sensitive help.
Product: TC's Toolbox
Nine Windows programs, view files & lots more. See full
description on page 65.
Product: VB-Dial
Author: Unique Software Productions, 310-866-1932
Version: 2.1c (11-05-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse; sound card.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 1
months of phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: VBDIAL_A.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
310-864-3062 to download it at no charge); VBDIAL.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOMM forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70322,211 for assistance).
Download size: 491k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The first multimedia dialer out! A phone-dialer & basic
communications package for Windows 3.x. Has a "NeXT-like" 3D
control panel. Names & numbers displayed in a scrollable picklist, with a "smartkeys" speedsearch. Dial to talk, or for BBS.
Has full ANSI colors, backscroll, Zmodem, macros, session-logs
& more! Shortcut keys emulate Telix. Supports up to 19200
baud. Reads & edits SideKick or any ASCII datafile. Online
help. Customize colors & fonts.

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2.6.5.1 Rolodex programs


Product: Address Manager
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 2.1 (04-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: AM-21C.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); AM-21C.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
A handy address manager with advanced printing capabilities.
Define up to 32 categories. Assign and remove names from
categories. Print labels, envelopes, and lists by category.
Search for names, companies, anything. Handles sophisticated
dialing via modem. Variations in area codes are easily handled.
Works as well on the road as it does in the office.
Product: Calling Cards
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.2 (04-11-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRCC32.ZIP on BBSs; MLRCC.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPCD forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Keeps all of your names and numbers at your fingertips. Need
your plumber fast... but can't recall a name or company? Just
tell Calling Cards to find your plumber. You can print bulk
labels, single labels, and categories of labels. Also prints
Rolodex cards, envelopes and checklists. Checklists are great
for keeping track of who responds to the RSVP invitations that
you send out for weddings, client queries, parties, etc.

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Product: THE CALLING TREE


Calling tree database manager. See full description on
page 364.
Product: Contact Manager
Author: CPI computer services, 702-329-6868
Version: 2.21 (10-12-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 315k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you manage names, phone numbers, and information, for
your contacts. You can print mail labels and Rolodex type pin
fed cards.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.02 (01-06-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of toll 900# phone, fax, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support.
Look for: DBD-?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); DBD-?.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:OAFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 76711,1141 for assistance); DBD-?.ZIP on GEnie
in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 490k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This 7k TSR database dials the phone, logs your calls, reminds
you when to make a call, pastes an address into your word
processor plus much more! Has hooks into the GRAB Plus(r)
program for printing envelopes and has a built in mail merge
system.

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Product: FF Business Cards


Author: M & R Technologies, Inc., 407-951-2268
Version: 1.0 (12-08-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript printer;
Mouse. Laser printer capable of single-sheet feeds.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: FFBCRD.ZIP on BBSs; FFBCRD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72103,505 for
assistance).
Download size: 349k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features a "drag and drop" interface allowing you to create
stunning business and rotary (rolodex) cards and then print
them on your printer. You can place text, pictures, lines and
rectangles. Use all your fonts and bitmaps! Links to
Paintbrush to edit/create picture images. Many examples
included to get you started quickly. Use it to print coupons,
appointment cards, tickets, anything you would want to print on
a card!
Product: FONEFILE
Author: Business Enhancement Partnership Group, 909-354-5251
Version: 5.0a (10-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 5k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FONEFL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76636,2764 for
assistance).
Download size: 91k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured name and address database. Optional TSR feature
allows pop-Up access to your names without leaving your current
DOS programs. Names automatically sorted by last name and
never needs re-indexing. Ample room to enter full address, 2
telephone numbers and 2 comment lines. Optional 'default' value
fields makes data entry fast and easy. Prints reports, labels,
Rolodex(r) cards, and post cards. Creates 'mail-merge'. Mouse
support for added ease of use.

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Product: ListBuilder
Contact manager for building a Network. See full description
on page 172.
Product: PopDBF
4k TSR for "instant access to X-Base files" See full
description on page 294.
Product: Rolodeck
Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
Version: 1.0 (05-03-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 70k RAM.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $8.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ROLO10.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHAR forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72176,2507
for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Puts your desktop rolodex into Windows. Alphabet bar allows
quick access through out your file. Page curls allow changing
pages by clicking the mouse.
Product: TC's Personal Data Manager
Keep track of addresses and phone numbers. See full
description on page 175.
Product: WinGRAB for Windows
Windows phone contact mgr & envelope printing. See full
description on page 100.
Product: x-CON3
Network contacts management system. See full description on
page 430.
Product: x-FONE3
Network phone directory system. See full description on
page 431.
Product: x-FONE4
Network phone directory system for Windows. See full
description on page 432.
2.6.6 Alarms
Product: Above & Beyond
PIM for planning, managing your time. See full description on
page 166.

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Product: Ample Notice


Very flexible appointment scheduler/alarm. See full
description on page 149.
Product: Clickometer
Warns when keybd/mouse activity exceed limits. See full
description on page 153.
Product: DDKEY
Powerful 7.5K TSR key redefinition utility. See full
description on page 71.
Product: DR. Memory
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Version: 3.3 (01-09-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 250k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: DRM33.ZIP on BBSs (call 513-274-0821 to download it at
no charge); DRM33.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 71001,1370 for assistance).
Download size: 135k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
yet another of the many "E-Z to use reminder" programs written
over the past few years that remind you of appointments,
holidays, etc. Has the good features of the others, yet none
of the complexity and complication, and is easy and quick to
use. User's Manual is included. Try it, you'll love it!
Product: Early Bird
Early Bird. See full description on page 178.
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
TSR PIM appointment reminder, clock, calendar. See full
description on page 173.
Product: XFile
Multifunction desktop utility for Windows. See full
description on page 146.
2.6.7 ASCII charts
Product: DDKEY
Powerful 7.5K TSR key redefinition utility. See full
description on page 71.

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2.6.8 Notepads
Product: BOXER/DOS Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 223.
Product: BOXER/OS2 Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 224.
Product: BusinessCards for Windows
Free form database for Windows. See full description on
page 167.
Product: buttonFile
Easy Windows personal filer, predefined cards. See full
description on page 281.
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Multiple clipboard text and graphics. See full description on
page 213.
Product: CODE-A-LINE
Outline processor, text editor, printing util. See full
description on page 231.
Product: Contact-Lens!
Extremely fast contact manager/PIM. See full description on
page 169.
Product: FYI/For Your Eyes Only
Resumer writer/Address book/memo writer. See full description
on page 249.
Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!
Keeps track of any kind of data very easily! See full
description on page 290.
Product: MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows
Text editor for large files. See full description on page 226.

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Product: Postit for Windows 3.1


Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
Version: 3.0 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; POSTIT30.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID
72176,2507 for assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows 3.1 popup note pad for making quick notes. Now has
more of a Windows touch and feel with variable size page and
note size. Includes a speed bar. Does not require the user to
load or store files and is capable of 10 pages with up to 32000
characters each. This is the computer version of the yellow
sticky notes all over your desk. Many other features.
Product: Rolodeck
A Windows based business card file. See full description on
page 161.
Product: TC's Personal Data Manager
Keep track of addresses and phone numbers. See full
description on page 175.
Product: TC's Toolbox
Nine Windows programs, view files & lots more. See full
description on page 65.
Product: Tikler
A fast, easy event reminder. See full description on page 176.
Product: WinEdit Lite
A terrific Notepad replacement. See full description on
page 229.
Product: WinJottr
Author: Open Windows, 719-531-0403
Version: 1.0 (04-10-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $9.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy;
bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of

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other shareware; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading


allowed. CompuServe membership offer.
Look for: JOTTR_10.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge); JOTTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75236,3243 for assistance).
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Different! Designed exclusivesly to streamline your notetaking.
Easy to use; position anywhere - uses less than 10% of an SVGA
screen. Short-cut keys for DateStamp functions and all standard
Windows edit commands. AutoSave and AlwaysOnTop capabilities
make this the ideal desktop companion for the busy computer
user. Searchable, 30k capacity is ideal for holding a month or
more of that important random data.
2.6.9 Personal information managers (PIMs)
Product: 2DO Personal Task Manager
Author: William Anderson Consulting, 206-828-3675
Version: 1.2 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Postscript printer; Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse; sound card.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 2DOV12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 71662,545
for assistance).
SWREG#: 1313
PsL#: 10948
Download size: 413k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A personal task manager for Windows, allowing you to organize,
schedule, and view your To Do List of tasks through a robust
drag and drop interface. Works with tasks, not times, so it
works more the way you do. Windows Sources says it "provides
users with task-management solutions that are unequaled by any
commercial PIM I've seen". Software Creations calls it a
"powerful PIM, with considerable depth, and the interface is
intuitive and user friendly."

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Product: Above & Beyond


Author: 1Soft Corp., 707-987-0256
Version: 3.1 (06-09-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: ABOVE31.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-987-9580 to download it
at no charge); AB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 71240,1625 for assistance);
AB.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 405
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
A powerful Windows PIM for managing your busy schedule. Its
unique dynamic scheduling makes planning your work and staying
organized quick and easy. Daily, weekly and monthly views.
Handles all types of recurring items. Timers, pop-up calendars,
alarms, etc. All completed items are logged. There's a contact
manager for addresses and phone numbers with auto-dialing and
notes space. You can even schedule programs to execute
automatically. Built-in LAN support for group scheduling.
Product: Around The House
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 2.02 (06-26-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ATH202.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); ATH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1594
Download size: 420k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete household information manager. Maintain names,
addresses, phone numbers, birthdays, Christmas card lists, etc.
Print mailing labels from database. Track home inventory,
model/serial numbers, location, value. Keep notes, from recipes
to a personal diary. Track auto repair and maintenance. Shows
income, expenses, and "what's left". Many pre-defined reports;
allows user-defined reports. Has an appointment calendar and
basic "word processor" for mail-merge letters. Contextsensitive help.

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Product: BusinessCards for Windows


Author: Michael Dvorkin, 415-588-6215
Version: v2.01 (05-10-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 1k RAM; VGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BCARD*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73773,2527
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2483
PsL#: 11305
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful, compact and easy to use free form database program
for Windows. There are no predefined forms or record layouts you decide how to store and present data. Elegant folio like
user interface with tabs and flipping pages. Reads/writes
Windows Cardfile files. Data exchange with most personal
databases Guaranteed to put you into productivity within
minutes!
Product: Calendar Mate
Calendar/tickler that can print calendars. See full
description on page 149.
Product: ChronoLog
Author: ComputerEase, 804-458-2212
Version: 1.11 (09-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP
DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 12-month return policy; site license; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: CHRON111.ZIP on BBSs; CHRON1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPPS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71221,2766 for
assistance); CHRON111.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A personal information/resource management system for DOS.
Features easy entry of eleven event types, reminding, logging/
recall by category, quick searching, resource utilization and
conflict-checking, printing of appointment schedules and
monthly block calendars on any printer, export/import, phone
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system won the 1991 Dept of Defense Software Contest and has
been much improved. Extremely easy to use.
Product: Contact Browser
[***]
Contact manger/phone dialer. See full description on page 154.
Product: Contact Manager
Manage contact names & phone numbers. See full description on
page 159.
Product: Contact-Lens!
Author: Kruse Control Software, 201-670-0677
Version: 2.3 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 450k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70324,1034 for
assistance).
PsL#: 11026
Download size: 410k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast Personal Information Manager (PIM) runs under DOS/Windows,
icon included: 7 screens/contact, 22 search fields, contextsensitive help windows & online manual, flexible import/export
program.

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Product: DARN! Don't Forget!


Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Version: 4.00 (05-31-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: DARNW40.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it
at no charge); DARNW40.ZI on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71333,1577 for assistance).
Download size: 463k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Did you forget the Boss's birthday? Your Mom's anniversary?
Darn! reminds you of all your important events every day. You
set it for the number of days to look ahead so you'll have
plenty of time to buy gifts and cards. Handles 7 kinds of
events including annual, monthly, bi-monthly, weekly, everyother-weekly, x day of y month, and appointments. Includes a
special holiday data base and recommends anniversary gifts.
Prints the events list.
Product: Day By Day
Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 1.3 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 4000k RAM; Hard disk; Mouse;
XMS memory; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DBD13.ZIP on BBSs; DBD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINAPD
forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3923
PsL#: 11688
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured PIM, including scheduler, task list manager,
and diary sections. All data is password protected. Create
master task list to allow for easy entry of recurring tasks and
default scheduling on a weekly basis. Diary section includes
text search feature, allowing you to view all journal entries
pertaining to specific person, place, event, etc., and allows
for up to 64k of notes per day. Includes full on-line, context
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Product: DayMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 4.10 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: DAYM410.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); DAYMST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 79
Download size: 304k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides user with trivia, birthdays, anniversaries for a
particular date, and allows user to include their own
information for any date. It also gives a quote for the day,
and informs user of any reminders the user might have entered.
Reminder feature works for weekly/monthly/daily/annual/single
or range of dates basis. All of this can take place at boot up
or any other time user activate the program. The permanent data
file contains over 3000 historical events and 1000 quotes. Also
BBS option.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
7k TSR database/dialer. See full description on page 159.
Product: DR. Memory
Easy, powerful, tickler/reminder program. See full description
on page 162.

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Product: Folders
Author: Target Software, +81-3-3207-4553
Version: 2.0 (03-22-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. SVGA monitor;
Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN); XMS memory.
Registration fee: $38.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FOLDERS.ZIP on BBSs; FOLDERS.ZIP on GEnie in 1212 forum
LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 4013
PsL#: 14097
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful method to keep track of both your personal and
business information. You can keep an unlimited amount of
information(address', personal information, notes, etc.). You
can also connect to your network and send email to your
associates. Comes with image viewer that allows you to view
documents as you talk on the phone. Send faxes with Winfax.
Find you appointments and clients easily with a power search
method. Print out you records and appointments with custom
prints.
Product: FYI/For Your Eyes Only
Resumer writer/Address book/memo writer. See full description
on page 249.
Product: FYI2/Business Office Manager
Employee database, address book, business. See full
description on page 249.
Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!
Keeps track of any kind of data very easily! See full
description on page 290.
Product: HouseHold TRACKER
Inventory household items. See full description on page 279.
Product: ListBuilder
Author: Younkin Enterprises, 609-262-1097
Version: 1.1 (06-27-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 4000k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Modem.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 3 months of
unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return
policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); discounts on upgrades; registration commissions.


3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LISTBLD1.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:WORK forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID
72074,1611 for assistance).
SWREG#: 5753
PsL#: 11994
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use Contact Manager that can be customized to your
"networking" needs. Ready to use, just add your contacts!
Standard features: Demographic info, directions (to home/work),
speed dial, calendar, personalized drop-down boxes, reports &
labels. Special features: customize your lists into catagories
you setup. Also, build a large list of names by "brainstorming"
to associate names / places / occupations with people you know.
Product: Little Black Book
Autodialer/'rolodex' program. See full description on
page 155.
Product: MDS OBRA ASSESSMENT TOOL
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 2.4 (01-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $275.00
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: M1V23U.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 714-681-6221
to download it at no charge); M1V23U.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MEDSIG forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 780k (about 58 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete quality control program meeting the latest OBRA
guidelines. Featuring: from A-Z quality control programs areas
include MDS face sheet, MDS assessment, RAP summary, resident
care planning system, obra reports, inhouse reports
computerized formats and standard formats. Admissions and
discharges record collection. Personal phone directory, memo
writer, icd_9cm codes, special function menu, inter-office
memos, resident skin, psychotropic records reports.
Product: Money Organizer
Manages unlimited number of accounts, budget. See full
description on page 397.
Product: NAMEBASE
Name/address/notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 355.

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Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS


Author: FunStuff Software, 703-435-1110
Version: 14.71 (11-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 6k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Operates with DOS 2.1 if not used as a TSR.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; EMS memory.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month limited return policy; bonus utilities; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PCAL1471.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-323-6423 to download it
at no charge); PERCAL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71141,1224 for assistance).
SWREG#: 280
PsL#: 10115
Download size: 192k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Friendly Personal Information Manager (PIM) displays a 3-month
scrollable calendar, a running analog/digital clock, a timeoriented event list of your appointments, and your notes.
Printable for pocket/purse. Keeps a historical diary. Warnings
and alarms tell when events are pending or overdue. Flexible
menu interface, run as a TSR or normal program. TSR can
interrupt you at the earliest event. Extremely stable,
environment sensitive TSR is a 6K kernel, with the balance
swapped to EMS or disk.
Product: Personal Schedule
Comprehensive calendar/schedule/proj mgr/PIM. See full
description on page 151.
Product: A Project/Event Planner
Planner for projects, time-based activities. See full
description on page 352.

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Product: REMInder
Author: Michael G. Bruckner, 614-761-2966
Version: 1.2 (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: REMI12.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it at
no charge); REMI12.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 34k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tickler program to help you remember dates and events. You
enter messages and the dates to begin to be reminded of each.
At subsequent startups, the program automatically searches for
dates that match or are older than the current date and shows
the corresponding messages. Searches can be conducted using
the following methods: (1) current messages - today or older,
(2) date, (3) text, or (4) show all. New messages can be added
at any time, and existing messages are easily edited.
Product: ROLLCALL.DBMS
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 3.5 (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: ROLV35.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-681-6221 to download it at
no charge); ROLV35.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM forum LIBrary 2
(or contact userID 70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 760k (about 57 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete hospital employee tracking system. Specially
designed for hospital use. Can track all phases of employee
hospital records from hire to term. Including hbv consents. If
you are in a business where tracking employee progress is
important this is for you. Automates your employee data
collection. Takes the pain out of human resources management by
organizing and reporting your information in an easy access
format.
Product: TASK MASTER
Project tracking program. See full description on page 353.

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Product: TC's Personal Data Manager


Author: Specific Applications Software, 612-722-9659
Version: 1.20 (02-17-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Modem.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of CompuServe, mail support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PDM120.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 16 (or contact userID 76470,3424 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4773
PsL#: 11839
Download size: 1036k (about 77 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features full month display of calendar with special events
that you choose. Phone/address book to keep your list of phone
numbers, can be sorted by last name or company name. Phone
dialer dials numbers directly from the phone book using your
modem. Call timer is provided to time the length of your calls.
To do lis helps keep track of important tasks. Note pad is used
to write notes & edit small text files. Almanac contains
information such as measurement conversions & ZIP codes.
Product: Tikler
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 5.3 (08-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: TIKLER53.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); TIKLER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPPS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 67k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, easy to use tool to keep track of your busy schedule.
Supports passwords, file encryption, European date format,
event duplication (weekly, monthly etc.) and time sorting. Runs
as a TSR, if desired, using as little as 6k of memory. Also
runs in conventional mode. Great for laptop and notebook
machines.

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Product: Visual Calendar Planner


Author: Bok Nan Lo
Version: 1.1 (02-10-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 1000k RAM.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 2 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
PsL#: 11042
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
The easiest calendar planner program to use, virtually
negligible learning curve. If you think you cannot handle a
sophisticated PIM, try using this. A powerful, yet extremely
easy to use calendar planner. Guaranteed to put you into
productivity within minutes after using it. Complete and real
3D look that resembles a desktop planner found on most office
desktop.
Product: WhizNotes
A text organizer & help generator for Windows. See full
description on page 233.
Product: WinPost
Author: Eastern Mountain Software, 206-391-3483
Version: 3.2b (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WPST32.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 71570,533
for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Use to get rid of your Post-it(tm) notes! This Windows utility
allows the user to create and manage reminder notes. Icon Tool
Bar, mouse shortcuts and accelerator keys make this a very
intuitive and easy-to-use utility. Major features include OLE
server support, print facility, search facility, alarm notes,
numerous configuration parameters, auto save, and more.
Recipient of coveted PC Magazine's "Best of 1991 Award"
(1/14/92 issue). A must for Windows users!

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2.6.10 Time management


Product: Above & Beyond
PIM for planning, managing your time. See full description on
page 165.
Product: Calendar Mate
Calendar/tickler that can print calendars. See full
description on page 149.
Product: ChronoLog
Personal info/resource mgmt system for DOS. See full
description on page 167.
Product: Contact-Lens!
Extremely fast contact manager/PIM. See full description on
page 168.
Product: Day By Day
Scheduler, diary, task manager with password. See full
description on page 169.
Product: DR. Memory
Easy, powerful, tickler/reminder program. See full description
on page 162.
Product: Early Bird
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.0f (03-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: EBIRD10F.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); EBIRD*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4941
PsL#: 11841
Download size: 178k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A home and business calendar/reminder program that is easy to
use, flexible, and powerful. It features simple or complex
reminder types, desktop calendar and scan modes, color pulldown and pop-up menus, and context sensitive on-line help.

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Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS


TSR PIM appointment reminder, clock, calendar. See full
description on page 172.
Product: Personal Schedule
Comprehensive calendar/schedule/proj mgr/PIM. See full
description on page 151.
Product: Personal Time Card
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software, 714-898-7262
Version: 2.6 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.50 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products.
Look for: FGSPTC.ZIP on BBSs; FGSPTC.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keep your project time organized either daily or weekly. Keeps
your time cards in order of date and allow entries for job
number (project), description and time (regular and overtime).
Prints the cards for hard copies and back-up your files to
diskette. Multiple users need only create a directory for each
user to store files.
Product: A Project/Event Planner
Planner for projects, time-based activities. See full
description on page 352.
Product: PUBLIC ACCESS(tm)
Front-end control for public PC access. See full description
on page 344.
Product: Tikler
A fast, easy event reminder. See full description on page 175.
Product: TimeClock
Computer usage time tracking and reporting. See full
description on page 345.

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Product: Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1


Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
Version: 4.00 (06-17-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 90k RAM; Program can
run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy
disk drive; VGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
mail support; lifetime return policy; runtime license; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; YLWSTK40.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:WINSHAR forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID
72176,2507 for assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Not a scheduler or day planner but a program to help you
organize your day and get tasks done that need to be done.
Provides current and next month windows, a "To Do" list for
today and for the scheduled date. When put in the StartUp
group, it lets the user see what needs to be done when his/her
computer is turned on.
2.6.11 Journal/diary programs
Product: Ample Notice
Very flexible appointment scheduler/alarm. See full
description on page 149.
Product: ChronoLog
Personal info/resource mgmt system for DOS. See full
description on page 167.

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Product: Cumberland Diary


Author: Cumberland Family Software, 615-647-4012
Version: 1.3 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 2-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CDRY13.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70713,3476 for
assistance).
Download size: 199k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful diary/ journal entry program with pull-down menus and
on-line help. Wordprocessor with cut & paste features, optional
password protection. Headings can be included for each entry.
ASCII import and export. Multi-entry text search.
Product: Daily Log Book
Author: Sequential Software, Inc., 606-423-5454
Version: 2.1 (09-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 350k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; lifetime return policy;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 3-month free upgrading
allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: LOG21.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-561-5766 to download it at
no charge); LOG21.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
contact userID J.HAYNES1 for assistance).
Download size: 173k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Diary or journal program. One or six month view calendar for
selecting date. Allows 300 lines of text per day. Subject may
be seperated in up to 99 different log books, each may have its
own password. Other features include search/printing, cut/
paste editing, program password (in addition to individual log
book passwords), daily reminders, macros, time stamping, and
extensive context sensitive help.
Product: Day By Day
Scheduler, diary, task manager with password. See full
description on page 169.

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Product: Dear Diary


Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 3.0 (06-22-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, CompuServe support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DIARY30.ZIP on BBSs; DIARY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINAPD forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3178
PsL#: 11664
Download size: 755k (about 56 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An innovative diary/daily journal program. It allows you to
enter up to 64000 characters of notes per day. Includes text
search feature enabling you to zero in on dates in which you
entered information about specific people, events, etc.
Includes full on-line context sensitive Windows help system.
Data is stored in MS-Access 2.0 format for easy portability to
other applications. Supports international date formats.
Product: The Fish Expert
Finds fishing techniques; log, library tools. See full
description on page 623.
Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!
Keeps track of any kind of data very easily! See full
description on page 290.
Product: LessonPlanZ
Lesson planning made easy. See full description on page 526.
Product: My Life
Diary and Journal for young & old alike. See full description
on page 637.

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Product: OMNIDay
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 4.30 (10-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: ODAY430.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ODAY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 64
Download size: 371k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A benchmark system for electronic diary programs! Allows up to
10 users, each with their own passcode. Optional encryption of
the opus (up to 10,000 possibilities). The user names the opus
and enters their own name as author. Automatic entry of text
date line, entry can be up to 5000 lines long. User can update
and delete entries. Will print out opus for selected dates or
all. Full featured text editor with on line help. Import
feature for those who travel. Includes diary keeping tips.
Product: OMNIDay For Windows
For recording your thoughts & memoirs. See full description on
page 252.
Product: Tikler
A fast, easy event reminder. See full description on page 175.
Product: WinJottr
Instant access desktop notetaker. See full description on
page 164.
2.7 Menu systems & file managers
See also: Utilities, Security programs, Computer access
security; Communications, Networks.
2.7.1 Menu systems
Product: A Batch View
Menus/msgs/info/utilities for DOS batch files. See full
description on page 124.

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Product: BATUTIL
Batch enhancement language. See full description on page 124.
Product: C-Menu/32
Author: C-Vision, 915-833-6778
Version: 5.00 (08-06-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $28.95 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: CMENU500.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); CMENU5.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72223,2016 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3174
PsL#: 11520
Download size: 610k (about 46 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A stunning easy to use 32-bit graphical (GUI) VGA only menu
system, C-Menu/32 is the Advanced Menuing System. C-Menu/32 has
many powerful and unique features. Configure an unlimited
number of entries and folders. Unique Windows application
launcher. Context sensitive on-line help. Attach icons to
entries and secure them with password protection. A novice mode
of operation. Beautiful 256 color screen savers, a QuickNote
pad, and an address book. Runs all programs while freeing all
memory.
Product: clySmic Icon Bar
Author: clySmic Software, 518-438-5548
Version: 2.20 (03-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return
policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CB220.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76156,164
for assistance).
Download size: 440k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Icon button bar program launcher. Features variable size
buttons, nestable (tree-structured) sub-bars. Uses icons from
EXE/DLL/ICOs. Can set colors, clicks to launch, vertical or
horizontal bar, many other options. Has drag n' drop program
launch, also a drag 'n' drop add-program-to-bar function. Shows

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correct icons for launched DOS programs. Has startup menu bar,
full Windows help and install, much more!
Product: Command Post
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 8.0 (10-31-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; CGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: CP-80H.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); CP-80H.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Got a PC Magazine 1989 Product of the Year for keeping the
editors from throwing their "Windows out the window." Features
a totally user-configurable menu. You can write scripts that
automate anything and assign them to multiple levels of menus.
Gets used for much more than a simple menu program because it
comes with Wilson's Windows Interface Language-250+ commands
for automating anything from Windows.
Product: DaMenu
Author: Just-In-Time Computing Services, 607-539-6609
Version: 2.01 (06-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 314k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on other products. 1-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: DAMENU20.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it
at no charge); DMENU2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73020,3205 for assistance);
DAMENU20.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program has come into its own as a `truely simple' DOS
menu with features as: Submenu support, CD-ROM awareness,
online help, online registration, file browser, control panel,
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advance, customizable screen saver/blanker & even a desktop


calculator. Other features include full mouse support, password
protection on `Exit to DOS' & menu mods, file preloading & 0k
memory overhead.
Product: DAYO MENU
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.14+ (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus
data; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: DAYOME.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOME.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple DOS level menu system for use with the DAYO line of
Business Applications. Many features are available as menu
options, ie: 18 screen fonts, 25, 43, or 50 lines per page,
system statistics, view user manuals, and more.
Product: Directory Freedom
Compact file manager and application launcher. See full
description on page 9.
Product: DOS Menu
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 2.20 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 192k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $24.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; LAN license; site license; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other

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shareware; discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: DOS220.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); DOS220.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
DOS220.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy to set up and use menu system for all versions of DOS. Can
handle up to 10,000 menu entries that can run any programs,
commands, or batch files.
Product: Easy Menu
Author: Easy Software, 01625-614669
Version: 6.4 (06-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3046
PsL#: 11493
Download size: 153k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
There are many hard disk menu systems but none as
straightforward and easy to use as this. It does not have "Menu
Pages". All items are on a single scrollable menu which can
hold up to 200 items and has alphabetic search. EM Unloads
competely during the call to a menu item so there is no memory
overhead. All items can be either Open Access or Administrator
only. The system can be locked by password to the open access
items. Users without the password cannot exit to DOS.

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Product: Folders
Author: Sloop Software, 719-260-0433
Version: 3.4d (01-12-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 100k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Modem.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FOLDER.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72540,144
for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives you the ability equivalent to being able to create
subgroups within Program Manager groups. Create a tree
structure of groups, folders and subfolders. Features include
password protection; multi-select capability adding, deleting,
moving or copying items; display items as icons or using text
only.
Product: HandyDOS
File/disk, prof batching, video & menu utils. See full
description on page 140.
Product: HDM - Hard Disk Menu
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 5.01 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 320k RAM. Uses 0K (no bytes)
when running a program/command/batch file.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: HDM501.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); HDM501.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCUTIL forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
HDM501.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DOS shell that hides the underlying operating system from
uninitiated users, yet does not get in the way of expert users.
Features: network & mouse support, multi-level security system,

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usage logging and reporting, phone dialer, variable screen


blanker, automatic logon & logoff, timed execution, multi-user
log on/off with passwords, extensive on-line help, file and
directory pick lists, user defined logo screen, DOS window,
pass keystrokes to user programs, 260,000 menu entries, not a
TSR.
Product: LAN Menu
Local Area Network menu for DOS based LANs. See full
description on page 436.
Product: LegRoom
Make any program a TSR, swap to EMS/XMS/disk. See full
description on page 117.
Product: New Menus for Windows
Author: Dipl.Ing. Roger Rene Kommer, 910-791-7052
Version: 1.41 (11-29-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: NMFW141E.ARJ on BBSs (call 49-561-5740777 to download
it at no charge); NM141E.E on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 100412,3624 for assistance).
Download size: 550k (about 41 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Win-shell similar to the UNIX X-Windows Manger OpenLook,
Motif and the 'Chicago' GUI. With a graph. popup menu for a
quick access to apps docs, directories, tasks and more.
Enhances window managment with a Virtual Desktop, layout
functions and enhanced system menu. Provides customizable
context senstive menus. Every menu, even apps menus, can be
stuck onto the desktop. Multi-user configuration.
Product: Notice Board
Notice board/information system for LANs. See full description
on page 437.

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Product: Open Menu


Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 2.5 (03-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: DBZ**.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Flexible fast general purpose menu program. Easily used batch
file like script language (compatible with teleshare/dos) with
many commands per menu entry. User defined grouping. User
changeable help and can be used as on-line help system, or
reference system. Autoloading up to 9999 menu entries in
standard dBase format. Includes teleshare gather remote file
management and support.
Product: QCDRUN
Author: QUART, Inc., 305-967-6853
Version: 1.0B (06-05-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk. CD-ROM drive with MSCDEX 2.2.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $1.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QCDV10.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:CDROM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72376,526 for
assistance).
Download size: 412k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Establishes a database of available CD-ROMs with a crossreferenced lookup for installed programs and routines necessary
to run the CD-ROMs. Accesses the CD-ROM in the drive,
identifies the CD-ROM, loads and runs the CD-ROM software
without additional user activity. If the CD-ROM presents
several options, this program presents a menu of those options
to simplify the user's choice and access. Includes database
installation and maintenance utilities and help files.
Product: UltiMenu
Menu system for DOS programs. See full description on
page 200.

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2.7.2 File managers


Product: 4FILES
File manager, annotator and program launcher. See full
description on page 35.

[***]

Product: CMFiler
Author: NoVaSoft, 703-221-1833
Version: 5.36s (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 232k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products; registration commissions. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: CF536S.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge); CMFILE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72130,1400 for assistance);
CMFILER.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5.
SWREG#: 15
PsL#: 10657
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Acclaimed by PC Magazine, ZiffNet Threads, DOS 6 Secrets and
Novell DOS 7 Unleashed. A disk/file manager with side-by-side
display of directories or trees. Full suite of file/dir/tree
structure services, incl "prune-and-graft"; built-in editor,
file and text finders, notepad for dir/file notes, application
launcher, background print spooler, floppy copier and
formatter. Intuitive command syntax, mouse and VGA 43/50-line
support, small and fast. Great for beginners and developers
alike.
Product: Command Post
Grand old lady of Windows shells. See full description on
page 184.
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Do ANYTHING(!) you want with files/DIRs/disks. See full
description on page 17.
Product: ExamineZip
Text retrieval program for ZIP archives. See full description
on page 18.

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Product: File Manager Jr.


Author: Charles R. Maher, 208-664-3864
Version: 1.2 (12-07-94)
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: FMANJR12.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 53k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A file manager for WinWord 6.0. Perform more than a dozen
file-management operations without having to switch to the
Windows File Manager. Open, move, copy, delete and undelete
files in any number of Word subdirectories and subsubdirectories. Create, rename and delete directories.
Product: File Maven
Author: Kent Briggs
Version: 3.0 (03-14-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; discounts on upgrades. Parallel link
cable for file transfers.
Look for: FMAV30.ZIP on BBSs.
SWREG#: 5014
PsL#: 11917
Download size: 166k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An advanced DOS file manager and file transfer utility.
Features: Dual dir/pull down menus/50-line support, LapLinkstyle file transfers via cable, ZIP/LHA/ARJ compressed file
support, ASCII/hex file viewer and text editor, file search,
split/join, date stamping, Blowfish encryption and secure file
wipe, context sensitive hypertext help system, Directory Maven
tree scanning/quick chdir, and much more!

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Product: FILE_MAN
Author: MicroMetric, 813-377-2515
Version: 4.30 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: FMAN430.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-371-2490 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu driven utility program that aids in managing disk files.
Directory and file names are displayed in sorted order with
file names sorted by name, extension, date or size. Single
files or groups may be quickly marked and then acted upon. The
actions include copy, move, spawn, append, erase, rename,
change attribute status, display, print and locate. Features
include context sensitive help, macro procedures, directory
tree, diskette labels and program parameter customization.
Product: Keyed File System (OS/2)
Subroutines for keyed file support in OS/2. See full
description on page 454.
Product: LOCATE
File find & maintenance for DOS/NetWare. See full description
on page 19.
Product: PMZIP
OS/2 Presentation Manager ZIP shell. See full description on
page 50.

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Product: PocketD Plus


Author: PocketWare, +44-81-203-3731
Version: 4.2 (11-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 65k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 24 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: POCK.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-755-7357 to download it at
no charge); POCK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 100031,3537 for assistance); POCK.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 1017
PsL#: 10474
Download size: 167k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
What PC's "Best Utility 1994" joint runner-up with Stacker 4.0
and PsL's "Best Utility 1992". Tiny but superb color dir
lister, file COPY and immensely powerful file manager allowing
the user to quickly & easily carry out automated tasks either
too difficult or impossible by other means. Over 220+ options
from command-line or menu-driven interface. Full arch/dir
browsing, ZIP,ARC,PAK,ZOO,ARJ,LZH,SFX, COPY (23 options),
multiple display/exec template(s) (50 params), OS/2 & 4DOS, &
much more.
Product: QFiler
Author: Jamestown Software, 608-271-2090
Version: 3.2 (07-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual and disk; phone/BBS/
newsletter support.
Look for: QF*.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 608-271-3685 to
download it at no charge); QF32*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 74275,745 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This powerful file manager displays two sorted directories
side-by-side. Copy, rename, move or delete both files and
directories. View file contents in ascii or hex. View and print
directory tree. Find files on any drive. Create and remove
subdirectories. Locate duplicate files. Set or clear file
attributes. Change time/date stamps. Simplify use of file
compression utilities like LHA and PKZip. Rename disk volume
labels. Undelete or edit files. XCopy directories. Send files
to print queue.

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Product: QuickDir
DOS and archive shell. Custom directory tree. See full
description on page 11.
Product: SmartCat Plus
The ultimate disk (floppy/hard/CD) cataloger. See full
description on page 14.
Product: ToolBOX
A simple yet uniquely powerful DOS shell. See full description
on page 25.
Product: TOP
Ultimate DOS command enhancement utility. See full description
on page 122.
Product: UltiMenu
Menu system for DOS programs. See full description on
page 200.
Product: USEMGR
Know how many times each file on disk is used. See full
description on page 25.
Product: Windev - Windows Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows 3.1. See full
description on page 495.
Product: Windev - Windows NT Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows NT. See full description
on page 496.
Product: WinZip
Windows ZIP util w/drag & drop, built-in ZIP. See full
description on page 53.

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Product: WizManager
Author: Mijenix, 608-277-1971
Version: 1.1c (08-02-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: WIZMGR.DLL on BBSs (call 414-789-4337 to download it at
no charge); WIZMGR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75430,1545 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Just about all the features a user could wish for in Windows
File Manager are finally available in this innovative and
powerful add-on. Install with its slick installation program
and get:
1. Ease-of-use of a colorful, scrollable buttonbar
2. Command line box which allows you to enter DOS commands
such as COPY, DEL, etc, within File Manager
3. Many great utilities like Print Directory, Print Tree,
Lock, System & Disk Information, Scripts, etc.
Oustanding tool. Try it!
Product: x-FILE3
Network file management system. See full description on
page 431.
Product: XDIR
Attach descriptive comments to DIR displays. See full
description on page 26.

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2.7.3 Combined MS/FMs


Product: ABmenu
Author: Abri Technologies, Inc.
Version: 1.6 (10-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 10k RAM.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, mail support; bonus utilities; discounts on
upgrades; registration commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ABMENU.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72345,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 126k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A simple, fast, stay-in-DOS program menu and/or drive/directory
hoper. Directories, programs and descriptions easily added or
deleted from menu list - right on the DOS line with the simple
"D" command. No editing, compiling, etc.
Product: BCM Menu System
Author: BCM Software, 313-292-6097
Version: 2.2 (01-09-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: 22BCM*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); BCM*.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71470,2225 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1275
PsL#: 10913
Download size: 473k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Featuring: easy installation & use, online help, encrypted
password protection, automatic screen save, uses less than 1k
mem while running programs, can launch windows, dual directory
and tree windows, fast disk duplication, file find, support for
ZIP, ARC, LZH & ARJ compress methods, uses you virus scanner to
scan compressed files, can use other utilities, text editor
with clipboard an much much more.
Product: Double Directory
File/disk manager; 2 directories side-by-side. See full
description on page 36.

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Product: ELFTREE
Author: Elvish Consulting, 217-698-8600
Version: 3.01S (12-28-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 300k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: 50.00Y
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited tollfree 800# phone, fax,
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ET301.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73077,3605 for
assistance).
Download size: 209k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Packs 100s of file, directory and program management utilities
into a compact, slick package. Mouse support! Can remember tree
maps for CDROM disks, which eliminates the need to rescan for
each access. Support for user-defined menus of up to 100 items
per menu, with submenus 10 levels deep. Fast, works on large
hard disks or network machines with ease. Can prune directories
or graft them from one drive to another (even on networks).
Product: ENTER-EASE
Author: KAYL SOFTWARE
Version: 1.1 (09-29-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime phone, mail support; lifetime return
policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Attractive carrying case.
Look for: ENTER_E.ZIP on BBSs; ENTERE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5; ENTER_E.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 15.
PsL#: 11567
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes DOS better than Windows. This DOS shell lets you manage
your hard disk without having to learn complex commands or
answer needless questions. It displays the key needed to
activate a command on the screen so there is no memorization
necessary. All the keys are centered around the numeric keypad
so if you can't type you can still initiate commands quickly,
much faster than with a mouse. You can do all your file
management, and much more, while drinking coffee!

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Product: File Commander


Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 2.0K (10-31-92)
Needs: Unknown. 100k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware.
Look for: FC-20K.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); FC-20K.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The best extender for the Win 3.1 File Manager. It adds one to
four menu items to the file Manager menu bar. From one top
level menu item, you can make up to 99 menu items spread up to
four levels deep. The menu items, when selected, execute our
Windows Interface Language menu scripts. The menu items can
gather filenames and other information into listboxes for the
user to choose from, perform arithmetic, parse strings, move
and and resize windows, and send keystrokes.
Product: Hard Disk Director
Author: Canyon Software, 415-382-7999
Version: 5.2 (03-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HDD1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact userID
74774,554 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A series of programs making up a complete hard disk menu, shell
and file manager.
DL.EXE
full featured shell. You can mark selected
directories or files for copying, moving or
removing.
DB.EXE
gives you a sorted file list for any directory.
DA.EXE
shows you all the files on a particular drive or
drives.
DM
full featured hard disk menu. You can add up to
20 entries to the main menu and have unlimited
submenus of up to 20 entries each.
Product: Katelin Comment Manager
Full featured file/comment manager. See full description on
page 62.

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Product: UltiMenu
Author: Ron Janorkar, 212-334-1243
Version: 1.00 (08-19-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hayes-compatible modem;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail
support.
Look for: UMENU100.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-716-6198 to download it
at no charge); UMENU100.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Removes itself completely from system memory for running
programs; 18 categories with up to 18 programs per category are
supported; mouse support; fully configurable; context sensitive
on-line help; offers many built in utilities such as a file
handler, screen blanker, contact manager and label manager.
Product: XMENU
Author: David M. Dibble
Version: 1.0a (11-22-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 128k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $12.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of mail support; bonus utilities. 1 free update disk(s)
sent out.
Look for: XMENU10A.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 17k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Small, fast shell for LHA, PKZIP, ARJ, ZOO, PAK, PKPAK and ARC.
Self-lists the contents of archives; shells to appropriate
archiver to view, extract, delete, or freshen files. File
manager interface, with tagging, sorting, and searching. Fully
customizable by editing text of XMENU.CFG. Converts to selfextracting archives. Will salvage damaged LZH files that LHA
itself cannot read. Works on any PC compatible system.
2.7.4 MS/FMs for developers
Product: ELFTREE
Packs 100s of file/dir/pgm management utils. See full
description on page 196.

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2.7.5 Work environment managers


Product: BOOT.SYS
The heavy-duty configuration manager. See full description on
page 130.
Product: Button Manager for Windows
Author: AKC Applied Knowledge Corporation, 613-841-6020
Version: 1.3b (01-10-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: SMLBMG.ZIP on BBSs; SMLBMG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70252,1364 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2823
PsL#: 11559
Download size: 155k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multi-icon-bar Windows utility that provides quick access to
applications. Program Manager groups and icons are
automatically reflected; each group becomes a resizable button
bar that can separately be opened and placed anywhere on the
desktop. Program desc shown in title bar as cursor glides over
each icon. Designate some or all to stay on top, min, max, or
cascade. Desktop set-up remembered. Professional installation
program sets up application and icons in one minute. No other
setup required.
Product: CMFiler
File manager. See full description on page 190.
Product: ELFTREE
Packs 100s of file/dir/pgm management utils. See full
description on page 196.
Product: FYI2/Business Office Manager
Employee database, address book, business. See full
description on page 249.
Product: New Menus for Windows
X-Win/Win4 like shell and desktop enhancement. See full
description on page 188.

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Product: Program Group Specialist


Author: MIS Resources International, 404-594-7500
Version: 1.0 (05-23-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. CGA monitor;
Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free runtime license;
LAN license; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RIGS10.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 75350,205
for assistance).
Download size: 48k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
RI-group Specialist makes adding icons to your Program Manager
simple: select a group to add to and then double click on the
program you want to add. Fully functional.
Product: ROLLCALL.DBMS
Employee tracking system. See full description on page 174.
Product: Sloop Manager
Author: Sloop Software, 719-260-0433
Version: 1.2c (01-07-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 100k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SLPMAN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72540,144
for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Replaces MS Windows Program Manager as the Windows shell.
Features include ability to create subfolders (subgroups);
multi-select capability adding, deleting, moving or copying
items between folders; drag/drop interface; password
protection; display items as icons or using only text; easy to
use icon browser dialog for choosing icons plus more.

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Product: SmilerShell
Windows cmdline, control center, launcher. See full
description on page 217.
Product: Super Stuff Utilities
Author: Super Tools, 817-382-7585
Version: 3.1 (10-11-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 300k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SUPERS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70323,3140
for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of Windows based utilities. A fully configurable task
manager that features a run command w/history, launch menu, and
a multi-select list box. A utility that allows you to display
your Program Manager groups anywhere on the desktop. View as
vertical lists, toolbars, or standard groups. Finally, a
Wallpaper manager with cycle support is also included.
Product: Teleshare/DOS Remote Access
[***]
Basic DOS remote control. See full description on page 445.
2.7.6 Software tools
2.7.6.1 For multiple programs
Product: ACTION Process Automator
Triggers predetermined actions in Windows. See full
description on page 123.
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
The real batch language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 125.
Product: XMENU
Small, fast shell for LHA, PKZIP, ARJ, etc. See full
description on page 199.
2.8 Security programs
"Shareware is as safe as [retail] software if obtained
directly from an author or from a vendor or BBS who
has gotten the disk directly from the author."
- an official ASP statement on shareware

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See also: Utilities, File utilities, Backup/restore; Utilities,


File utilities, File encryption; Utilities, File utilities,
File archiving & compression; Utilities, File utilities, File
comparison; Utilities, System utilities, Recovery utilities.
Product: DaMenu
A premier point & shoot DOS menu. See full description on
page 184.
Product: HDM - Hard Disk Menu
DOS menu & security system, network support. See full
description on page 187.
2.8.1 Virus/Trojan detectors
Product: FileSafe
Easy, foolproof virus detection system. See full description
on page 208.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design, 914-586-2023
Version: 1.83 (07-11-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 16k RAM.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: FSP*.ZIP on BBSs (call 212-889-6438 to download it at
no charge); FSP*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 72461,3212 for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An active monitoring program for detecting and preventing
computer viruses and insures the integrity of the programs you
use on your system. By selecting the various levels of
protection you wish to install on your system, you can be sure
that the program you are about to run is only the program you
wanted to run and does not contain any computer viruses.
Winner of PC Magazine's Editor Choice award. Updated on a
regular basis.

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Product: Integrity Master(tm)


Author: Stiller Research, 904-574-0920
Version: 2.11a (11-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax,
BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support; 2-month return policy;
bonus utilities; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 3-year virus protection guarantee.
Look for: I-M*.ZIP on BBSs (call 904-386-8693 to download it at
no charge); I-MAST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72571,3352 for assistance); IM*.ZIP on GEnie in M1530 forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID
W.STILLER for assistance).
SWREG#: 373
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
A powerful anti-virus and data integrity product. Scan for
viruses and get the extra benefits of CMOS protection,
security, change control, and disk problem detection. Do you
have a flaky hard disk? Did someone change a file while you
were out? Find out for sure! IM enables detection of any virus
(not just "known" ones) and doesn't require periodic updates,
although it recognizes known viruses by name. Unlike its
competition, IM identifies damage caused by a virus, not just
viral infections.
Product: System Monitor
Monitor, detect & report problems early. See full description
on page 116.

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Product: Virus Simulator


Author: Rosenthal Engineering, 805-541-0910
Version: 2C (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 64k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited fax, mail support; LAN license; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Bonus "MtE", Boot
sector, & companion virus supplements.
Look for: VIRSIM2C.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
805-258-6172 to download it at no charge).
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Safely demonstrate your anti-virus protection. Selected as
2.8.2 Virus cleanup/removal
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 204.
2.8.3 System activity monitors
Product: Activity Monitor
Author: Louis Desjardins
Version: 1.1 (07-31-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; Program
can run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one
floppy disk drive; EGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 3-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; AMON11.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72202,3662
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2444
PsL#: 11466
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A small utility designed to monitor all activity on a computer
running Windows 3.1 or later. It keeps an encrypted log. Can
read, print or generate an activity report from the log file.
Can run under the Stealth (invisible) mode, or under the
Visible mode. Five different installation options to suit your

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needs, with de-installation routines. Best features, best


documentation, best support, easiest in its class!
Product: Flu_Shot+
Virus detection/prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 204.
Product: PUBLIC ACCESS(tm)
Front-end control for public PC access. See full description
on page 344.
Product: System Monitor
Monitor, detect & report problems early. See full description
on page 116.
2.8.4 File integrity monitors
Product: FileSafe
Author: JAYAR Systems, 416-751-5678
Version: 1.02 (05-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
royalty-free runtime license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: FLSF102.ZIP on BBSs (call 519-940-0007 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A virus detection system that protects your computer from virus
attack by alerting you to unexpected changes in your executable
files or boot record. Unlike other CRC-based utilities, this
uses a sophisticated message digest algorithm that cannot be
inverted. FileSafe can detect any changes no matter how well
covered. FileSafe is easy to use, unobtrusive, takes up little
space and comes with a comprehensive users manual that
discusses viruses and strategies for using FileSafe.
Product: Flu_Shot+
Virus detection/prevention via active monitor. See full
description on page 204.
Product: Integrity Master(tm)
Easy to use anti-virus/data integrity prog. See full
description on page 204.

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Product: Master Disk


Prepares diskette masters for duplication. See full
description on page 32.
Product: Rosenthal WinLite
Shrink MS-Windows programs by compression. See full
description on page 51.
Product: System Monitor
Monitor, detect & report problems early. See full description
on page 116.
Product: Virus Simulator
Safely audit & demonstrate virus protection. See full
description on page 204.
2.8.5 Computer access security
See also: Utilities, Menu systems & file managers.
Product: DATA PROTECTOR
Author: PIGAS INC.
Version: 2.00 (02-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of fax,
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PIGAS.ZIP on BBSs; PIGAS.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:PCUTIL forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72172,2063 for
assistance).
PsL#: 11015
Download size: 225k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Protect the information in your PC against unauthorized access.
The protected data becomes totally unavailable even when using
a powerful disk utility or booting from a diskette. Unlimited
number of users, each one having a unique password. Full report
about authorized/unauthorized activity in the system. Fast
hide/open operation. Easy configuration program to allow
selection of data to hide. Simple call to login/logout program
to start or end a user session.

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Product: Local Access Logon


Author: M2w Software
Version: 2.12 (10-12-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LALOG*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 100120,2335
for assistance).
SWREG#: 1947
Download size: 390k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Permits a system administrator to define users (max 500) and
groups (max 100). Each user group defines the access rights of
all member users and defines the start application or
accessible Program Manager groups. The system administrator may
define a Windows or MS-DOS application as the program that
starts up after the user logged on with a valid username/
password pair. Each user group describes the access rights. May
users enter the DOS prompt? May users install applications?
Etc.
Product: PC-Vault
Author: Johnson Computer Systems, Inc., 804-872-9583
Version: 4.6 (08-09-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 6k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
Hard disk.
Registration fee: $38.00 (add $4.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: VAULT.ZIP on BBSs (call 804-877-6261 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A password is required to access your hard disk(s) even when
booting from a floppy. The LunchBreak feature blanks the
screen and locks the keyboard/mouse via hot key or after
inactivity. The administrator can assign up to 12 user names
and passwords, can prevent Ctrl-Break out of AUTOEXEC, control
password aging/reuse, log invalid access attempts, determine
which AUTOEXEC statements are executed for each user, restrict
a user to a single application, and more. Includes file
encryption utility.

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Product: PC-Vault Plus


Author: Johnson Computer Systems, Inc., 804-872-9583
Version: 4.6 (08-09-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 14k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $98.00 (add $4.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS support;
3-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on other products. 1-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: PLUS.ZIP on BBSs (call 804-877-6261 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides password protection even on floppy boot. LunchBreak
feature locks keyboard/mouse and blanks screen on hot key or
after inactivity. Administrator can control each user's read/
write/execute access to directories, floppies, and I/O ports,
log user activity and invalid access attempts, disable CtrlBreak, control password aging and reuse, control AUTOEXEC
statements executed for each user, much more.
Product: PUBLIC ACCESS(tm)
Front-end control for public PC access. See full description
on page 344.
Product: WinSecure
Personal screensaver w/password & messages. See full
description on page 79.
2.9 Software tools & add-ins
2.9.1 For multiple programs
Product: HDM - Hard Disk Menu
DOS menu & security system, network support. See full
description on page 187.
Product: RI-VB Database Toolkit v1.1
Utility to develop VB and Access apps. See full description on
page 491.

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Product: SensuVoX I
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 0.00 (01-29-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. sound card. Program
capable of playing WAVs.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter,
mail support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SVOXI.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); SVOXI.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary
5 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4508
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
SensuVoX I is a collection of over 500 WAV files from 5
different vocalists designed to work with speech programs
within Windows. It allows you to give your PC a "Sensual
Voice". The project has over 100 standard Window's commands,
Solitaire commands, talking clock, and "TastyBits"
(miscellaneous and provocative comments) from each of the
vocalists. This set features four female (Ciara, Oceania,
Linda & Sheree) and one male (Pete) vocalist. All WAVs are in
English in this set.
2.9.2 For operating systems
See also: Utilities, System utilities, Operating systems;
Utilities, System utilities, Multi-OS utilities.
2.9.2.1 MS-DOS
See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For JP Software,
For 4DOS/NDOS.
Product: Rosenthal UnInstall
Remove unwanted DOS & Windows prog. safely. See full
description on page 43.
2.9.2.2 Windows
Product: ACTION Process Automator
Triggers predetermined actions in Windows. See full
description on page 123.
Product: AMF Daily Planner & P.I.M.
Hot! The best & easiest PIM for Windows. See full description
on page 143.

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Product: AMF Intelligent Organ for Win


Organ for Windows - play it with your mouse! See full
description on page 629.
Product: AMF Multimedia Jukebox (WIN)
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. sound card;
VBRUN300.DLL. Video Extensions (for Video).
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: JBOX.ZIP on BBSs; JBOX.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHA
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3386
Download size: 105k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Now you can play any Multimedia file that you have drivers/
extenions for as many times as you want. Queue as many
selections as you would like, save the lists, and with one
click have your pre-programmed list playing. Will play AVI,
MOV, WAV, VOC, FLI, FLIC, MIDI, etc. Can act as just a simple
multimedia player as well. Has a beautiful 3D interface. Easy
to use. Full help included.
Product: Button Manager for Windows
Icon-driven Windows application launcher. See full description
on page 200.
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Author: Thornton Software Solutions, 716-227-6505
Version: 3.02 (07-27-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; disks of
other shareware; discounts on upgrades. 2-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: CLIPMT30.ZIP on BBSs; CLIPMT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70743,2546 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 173
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Remembers all items that you copy to the Windows clipboard.
Lets you view, edit, combine, and print clipboard data. Support
for most clipboard formats, including BMP, Picture, RTF, OLE,
and more! Exclusive PowerPaste(tm) provides rapid pasting into
applications. Features: auto configuration, better OLE2
support.

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"ClipMate turns the Windows Clipboard from an


underpowered utility into a true power tool" - PC
Computing
Product: CommEx
[***]
Author: Cottonwood Software, 913-663-3022
Version: 1.00 (08-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
PsL#: 14153
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Common dialog extensions for Windows 3.1/3.11. Adds file
management functions like Find, Copy, Delete, Rename, and
MakeDir to the Open and Save dialogs of most Windows
applications. No more jumping back and forth between your
application and File Manager or DOS to do common functions!
Search every disk drive at once for files (multiple masks,
too!) Make a new directory as you save files, delete old
versions, make backups before you open a file, etc. - all from
the Open/Save dialog!
Product: Elbow Grease for Windows v1.0
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ELBOW.ZIP on BBSs; ELBOW.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHA forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3048
Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This little program sits on the bottom of your screen in only
1.5 inches. Has a "double toolbar" which allows up to 40
programs to be launched with one click. Full-sized icons and
user-specified ToolTips. Has a to-do List, and perpetual
calendar to the year 9000. Has drag & drop File Manager
launching, games like Tic Tac Toe, and a whole slew of other
utiltites. Easy to use and operate, Full help included.

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Product: File Finder for Windows


Author: Simian Id Software, 314-781-8709
Version: 3.0 (08-22-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: WFIND30.ZIP on BBSs (call 314-638-3041 to download it
at no charge); WFIND.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73613,3606 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3540
PsL#: 11569
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A file search program for Windows 3.1. It can search all
drives, and can search the most popular archive types. (ARC,
ARJ, ZIP, ZOO, LBR, LZH, PAK, and PKA.) The list of files can
be printed or copied to other applications. Search types
include standard DOS, substring, regular expressions, date,
time, and size. Launch applications based on filetype. "After
using it once, I deleted from my system all other pretenders."
Earl Watt, The Computer Power Station.
Product: Free System Resources
Notification of low memory resources. See full description on
page 69.
Product: GARDENING BUSINESS
Software for managing small gardening bus. See full
description on page 368.
Product: Money Organizer
Manages unlimited number of accounts, budget. See full
description on page 397.

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Product: Mouse Clock (tm) for Windows


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MCLOCK.ZIP on BBSs; MCLOCK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHA forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3250
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Virtually becomes part of the cursor. It displays the current
time in US or 24-hr versions, seconds, free system resources,
and if the rate clock is active, the current total. Totally
configurable. Easy to use. Beneficial utility for WinCIM users!
It's smart, you can tell it when to stay out of the way, or
have it always on top. Never interferes with your mouse
operations. Great little utility!
Product: Papers
Author: clySmic Software, 518-438-5548
Version: 1.00 (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PAPERS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 89k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
bla
Product: Playground
Tool for building object models. See full description on
page 453.
Product: Rosenthal UnInstall
Remove unwanted DOS & Windows prog. safely. See full
description on page 43.
Product: Rosenthal WinLite
Shrink MS-Windows programs by compression. See full
description on page 51.
Product: SAB Diskette Utility
Format/copy/convert/save diskette images. See full description
on page 32.

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Product: Screen Saver Sampler


Windows screen saver with password protection. See full
description on page 79.
Product: SmilerShell
Author: Bardon Data Systems, 510-526-8470
Version: 3.0 (03-29-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SMISHL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72340,375
for assistance).
SWREG#: 1186
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
This Windows control center & cmdline takes NO screen space!
Right-click on roving titlebar button to launch from your
favorite-apps list, or switch to running app. Left-click pops
up ultimate Win cmdline: runs DOS & WIN pgms, pipes/redir;
hist/edit/srch; aliases (type-in or Fn key); fast dir change
over multiple drives; find files by name or contents; cal/
clock, curr dir, Win mem/rsrcs, more! "Best Util 1994" finalist
(SIA) "Must-have, recommended" (Windows Mag) "Brilliant" (PC
Plus)
Product: Technical Editor (Windows NT)
Programmers/text editor. See full description on page 228.
Product: WDiff
Windows file/directory/ZIP difference viewer. See full
description on page 58.
Product: wfListen
Mediates between comms program & WinFax. See full description
on page 422.
Product: Win Change
Globally find and change text in files. See full description
on page 67.
Product: Win Multiple Configurations
Allows 100 different Windows configurations. See full
description on page 134.

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Product: WinZip
Windows ZIP util w/drag & drop, built-in ZIP. See full
description on page 53.
Product: WizManager
Fantastic File Manager add-on. See full description on
page 194.
Product: Zip Server(TM)
PKZIP 2.04g compatible Windows utility. See full description
on page 55.
2.9.2.3 OS/2
Product: RexxBase
The dBase Database For Rexx. See full description on page 455.
2.9.3 For JP Software
See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For Norton.
Product: 4EDIT
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 2.00 (03-06-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support. lifetime return policy. 6-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: 4EDIT20.ZIP on BBSs; 4EDIT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 117k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DESCRIPTION editor for use with 4DOS. Has important features.
Windowed editor shows the entire description, making it easy to
attach descriptions (up to 200 chars) to your files. Has builtin file viewer and allows copying and pasting descriptions from
text in files or other descriptions. Change directories from
within 4EDIT. Supports mouse. Extensive on-line help. Userconfigurable.
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Includes 4DOS file descriptions in ZIP files. See full
description on page 219.

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Product: USEMGR
Know how many times each file on disk is used. See full
description on page 25.
Product: ZIP Fugue (DOS) for PKZIP/UNZIP
ZIP front end - automates 4DOS file descripts. See full
description on page 221.
Product: ZIP Fugue (Windows)
ZIP handler - automates 4DOS file descripts. See full
description on page 221.
2.9.3.1 For 4DOS/NDOS
Product: 4FILES
File manager, annotator and program launcher. See full
description on page 35.

[***]

2.9.4 For Lotus


Product: Sci & Eng Tool for Lotus 1-2-3
Solver and programmable calculator for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 309.
Product: Super Macro Library for 1-2-3
A library of super power macros for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 275.
2.9.5 For Norton
See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For JP Software.
2.9.5.1 For Norton Utilities
Product: 4FILES
File manager, annotator and program launcher. See full
description on page 35.

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2.9.6 For PKWARE


2.9.6.1 For PKZIP/PKUNZIP
Product: 4ZIP/4UNZIP
Author: XD Systems, 703-821-3215
Version: 2.01 (12-14-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive. 4DOS; PKZIP/PKUNZIP.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities. 6-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: 4ZIP201.ZIP on BBSs; 4ZIP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70741,3711 for
assistance).
Download size: 143k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A utility for 4DOS. Used with the PKWare compression program
PKZIP, it compresses 4DOS file descriptions along with the
files. The included program 4UNZIP calls PKUnzip and restores
the descriptions as each file is uncompressed. Select files to
Zip or Unzip from a full-screen list with extended wildcards.
Pass through commands to PKZIP and PKUNZIP, obtained
separately. Supports 4DOS 4.0 80 character descriptions and
extended fields.
Product: BCM Menu System
Menu, disk maint,text editor & compress shell. See full
description on page 196.
Product: ExamineZip
Text retrieval program for ZIP archives. See full description
on page 18.
Product: PMZIP
OS/2 Presentation Manager ZIP shell. See full description on
page 50.
Product: QFiler
Simple, powerful with 2 side-by-side windows. See full
description on page 193.
Product: USEMGR
Know how many times each file on disk is used. See full
description on page 25.

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Product: WinZip
Windows ZIP util w/drag & drop, built-in ZIP. See full
description on page 53.
Product: XMENU
Small, fast shell for LHA, PKZIP, ARJ, etc. See full
description on page 199.
Product: ZIP Fugue (DOS) for PKZIP/UNZIP
Author: Fugue Software, +61-7-824-2843
Version: 1.2 (04-19-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ZIPD12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 100036,311
for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS & Windows & 4DOS descripts. Allows you to tag files to add
to a ZIP file in full screen mode, and then add them along with
their 4Dos file descriptions. It also displays the files in the
ZIP file along with their descriptions. You can also tag the
files in ZIP file, and extract them along with their 4DOS file
descriptions.

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Product: ZIP Fugue (Windows)


Author: Fugue Software, +61-7-824-2843
Version: 2.0 (04-25-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ZIPW20.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 100036,311
for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS & & Windows & 4DOS descripts. Allows you to tag files to
add to a ZIP file in full screen mode, and then add them along
with their 4Dos file descriptions. It also displays the files
in the ZIP file along with their descriptions. You can also tag
the files in ZIP file, and extract them along with their 4DOS
file descriptions.
Product: Zip Server(TM)
PKZIP 2.04g compatible Windows utility. See full description
on page 55.
Product: ZiPaper
Wallpaper changer uses PKZip to save space. See full
description on page 55.
2.9.7 For Sidekick
Product: VB-Dial
Multimedia phone dialer/comm package. See full description on
page 157.
2.9.8 For other
Product: BCM Menu System
Menu, disk maint,text editor & compress shell. See full
description on page 196.

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Chapter 3
Writing applications
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File viewers; Education,
Writing.
3.1 Text viewers/readers
Product: DEXTER Text Editor
Premium quality multi-file text editor. See full description
on page 225.
Product: MultiVu
Find/view/extract text, browse archive files. See full
description on page 63.
3.2 Text editors
See also: Writing applications, Word processors.
Product: BCM Menu System
Menu, disk maint,text editor & compress shell. See full
description on page 196.
Product: Bingo Text Editor
Author: Sunderland Software, 410-379-9019
Version: 4.00a (10-26-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 320k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BE400A.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70541,3614 for
assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete text editing system featuring virtual memory for
files far larger than memory, multi level undo, the Chess
extension lanaguage, customizable Syntax Highlighting, and
user-definable menus. Supprts multiple files, multiple menus,
mouse, keyboard definition, and more.

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Product: BOXER/DOS Text Editor


Author: Boxer Software, 603-924-6602
Version: 7.0a (06-16-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM; Dual 720k
floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: BOXER*.ZIP on BBSs (call 603-924-3859 to download it at
no charge); BOXER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENI forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 74777,170 for assistance); BOXER*.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID USE INTERNET
for assistance).
Download size: 356k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful but courteous text editor which is packed with
features: color syntax highlighting, multi-level undo and redo,
full mouse support, multiple files/windows, macros, graphic
drawing, column marking, compile from editor, word processing,
and context sensitive help. Search & replace with wildcards;
globally, selectively or across all edited files.
Reconfigurable keyboard with popular maps supplied; pull-down
menus & online help change dynamically to reflect reassignment.
Much more!
Product: BOXER/OS2 Text Editor
Author: Boxer Software, 603-924-6602
Version: 7.0a (06-16-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $89.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on
other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading
allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: BOXOS2*.ZIP on BBSs (call 603-924-3859 to download it
at no charge); BOXOS2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENI forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 74777,170 for assistance);

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BOXOS2*.ZIP on GEnie in OS2 forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID


USE INTERNET for assistance).
Download size: 437k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful but courteous editor which is packed with features:
color syntax highlighting, multi-level undo and redo, full
mouse support, macros, graphic drawing, column marking, compile
from editor, word processing, and context sensitive help. This
32-bit charcter mode program supports HPFS filenames and makes
full use of OS/2's virtual memory to edit very large files.
Fully reconfigurable keyboard: pull-down menus & online help
change dynamically to reflect reassignment. Much more!
Product: CODE-A-LINE
Outline processor, text editor, printing util. See full
description on page 231.
Product: DEXTER Text Editor
Author: FAGERLUND CONSULTING, 604-984-7330
Version: 2.00 (01-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 180k RAM.
Registration fee: $44.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: DEXTER.ZIP on BBSs; DEXTER.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70253,1046 for
assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DEXTER is a PREMIUM QUALITY, super fast, full featured, multifile text editor which is compact and EASY to use. Has
interactive multi-file search & replace, NO FILE SIZE LIMIT,
split and/or boxed windows, context sensitive help, on-line
local & global configuration, keyboard reconfig, wonderful
customizable menus, TEMPORARY QUIT, word processing, line
drawing, column blocks, macros, multiple printers, ASCII table,
43/50 line mode, colour or b/w. Don't let the size fool you,
this one's loaded.

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Product: EDITEUR
Author: Jean-Pierre Menicucci
Version: V2.2 (06-30-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 300k RAM; VGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $24.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EDIT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73261,2701 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1724
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Text editor. Handles Windows, Dos, and Unix text files.
Multitext, unlimited file size (good at handling very large
files). Word wrap, line, column (mouse right button), and block
selections, viewing of tabs, spaces, and paragraphs. Font
choice, toolbar, tooltips, status bar, help. Print, page setup,
unlimited undo/redo, usual edit features + append & edit to/
from file, bookmarks, multitext and powerful searches and
replacements, macros, sortings, ...
Product: ELFTREE
Packs 100s of file/dir/pgm management utils. See full
description on page 196.
Product: MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows
Author: COMPUTER WITCHCRAFT, INC., 502-589-6800
Version: 2.11 (03-24-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 125k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $35.50 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MEGAED.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 76130,1463
for assistance).
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows application that allows editing of very large text
files. Named "WinAp of the Month" by Compute! magazine and
included in PC World's "Best programs for under $50." Has
split screen for up to 20 files, variable sizable display
fonts, import/export UNIX & Mac files, word-wrap, formatted

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display of binary files, search & replace, fully CUA compliant,


and file size only limited by Windows virtual memory. America
Online "Editors Choice."
Product: PostCardMaster
Postcard & mail handling system. See full description on
page 287.
Product: Power Edit
Network text editor, email, file encryption. See full
description on page 429.
Product: QENV
Quick envelope addressor & letter writer. See full description
on page 99.
Product: Ravitz Editor
Author: Ravitz Software Inc.
Version: 1.10b (08-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: RAVED.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-268-0577 to download it at
no charge); RAVED.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
1 (or contact userID 70431,32 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, powerful, mid sized text editor. It has integrated
outlining and overviewing, area mark manipulation (copy, fill,
shift, sort, etc.), find/change, word wrap and reflow, line
drawing, multiple file handling, change tracking, flexible user
interface (function keys, mouse, menus), and it is configurable
and programmable.
Product: READ
Author: Wells Computing Services, 813-447-0604
Version: 2.5 (07-02-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse;
Epson printer; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, mail support; 1-month
limited return policy.
Look for: READ25.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A program for reading and editing ASCII text files. The program
uses most of the popular MS-DOS EDITOR keystrokes, but is much
more compact. Includes "search and replace" and printer

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support. Reads huge files by breaking them into segments. Has


on-line help, and comes with an ASCII text file (READ.DOC)
describing the features available.
Product: Technical Editor (DOS)
Author: On-Target Software, 415-474-9973
Version: 2.80 (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 2-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: TE280DOS.ZIP on BBSs (call 7147519307 to download it at
no charge); TE280D.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72557,3003 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast DOS programmers editor. Edits any size file. Multi-screen
and multi-window editing. Undo last 1000 changes. Redefinable
keys. Line and column blocking. Interactive configuration.
25,43,50 line modes. Single small executable contains entire
program. Keystroke macros (can save and load from disk). Edits
binary files. History file: remembers last 20 files edited
including what line and column you were on.
Product: Technical Editor (OS/2)
Author: On-Target Software, 415-474-9973
Version: 2.80 (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 2-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: TE280OS2.ZIP on BBSs (call 7147519307 to download it at
no charge); TE265*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMOS2 forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72557,3003 for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast 32 bit OS/2 2.0 programmers editor. Multi-screen and
multi-window editing. UNDO last 1000 changes. Redefinable keys.
Line and rectangular blocking. Interactive configuration.
25,43,50 line modes. Single small executable contains entire
program. Supports up to 50000 character lines with no line
limit. Keystroke macros (can be saved and loaded from disk).
Edits binary files. History file: Remembers last 20 files
edited with row/column position.

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Product: Technical Editor (Windows NT)


Author: On-Target Software, 415-474-9973
Version: 2.80 (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 1000k RAM.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: TE280NT.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 7147519307
to download it at no charge).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full-featured, fast and powerful programmers editor. Edits
files larger than available RAM under DOS. 32 bit versions for
OS/2 and now Windows NT. Multi-Window, keyboard configurable,
undo, and everything else. Selected as personal favorite in
Computer Language Magazine review (June 91).
Product: Vision Edit
Author: Andrzej Brzezinski, 204-943-4020
Version: 3.5 (04-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM. Strongly
recommended: expanded memory and/or disk cache.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone/newsletter support, one year free
updates, bonus protected-mode version.
Look for: VISED35.ZIP on BBSs (call 507-288-6128 to download it
at no charge); VED35A.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 1.
Download size: 410k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy-to-use and powerful text editor. It allows editing many
files simultaneously. Each file is opened in a separate window
that can be resized and moved around. Most functions can be
selected from the pull-down menus using mouse or keyboard. More
experienced users can invoke most commands using configurable
hot keys. You can customize many features: colors, editing
options, hot keys. Other features: print manager, file manager,
macro editor, help, calculator.
Product: Windev - Windows Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows 3.1. See full
description on page 495.
Product: Windev - Windows NT Developer
Editor/programmer's tools for Windows NT. See full description
on page 496.

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Product: WinEdit Lite


Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 2.0 (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: 4meg ram.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1700k (about 126 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
File sizes can be as large as virtual memory gets. This savvy
editor is swift, swift, swift. You also get sophisticated
search and replace. Printing out two side by side pages in
landscape is perfect for getting two pages onto one.
Product: WinEdit Pro
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 2.0 (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $89.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WE-20N.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WE-20N.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can handle files as large as memory - real plus virtual. So it's swift. Programmers will be able to customize this to craft
their very serious programming solution. Of course, there are
programming automation features; make, build, rebuild, etc.
This Pro version adds both editor and Windows macro languages.
You get both performance and thorough control of your
programming environment.

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Product: WinEdit Standard


Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 2.0 (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $59.95 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: WE-20N.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WE-20N.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINAPA forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 1250k (about 93 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers fast performance, large file sizes, a lean and swift
interface. File sizes as large as all of memory - actual and
virtual. That's why it's fast. Includes real expression
searching and programming features. Menu items quickly generate
compiles, rebuilds, makes, and so on. Works with Windows SDK,
xbase, Cobol, Fortran, and other languages.
Product: WordMaster
ASCII word processor for general applications. See full
description on page 236.
3.2.1 Text/binary editors
Product: DO
FAST text/bnry file manipulator, sort, filter. See full
description on page 36.

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3.3 Text organizers/outliners


Product: CODE-A-LINE
Author: Optimax Corporation, 312-561-6363
Version: 1.0 (03-22-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 128k RAM; Program
can run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one
floppy disk drive; VGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CODE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75020,3617 for
assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Folding outliner/editor for ASCII text files (e.g. program
source code). Represent structure by indenting lines. Fold and
unfold program elements. Edit and restructure text with
unlimited Undo. Print professionally-looking source code
listings, complete with page headings and line numbers.
Customizable fonts, colors, etc. Maintain several sets of
customization options, via configuration files, fine-tuned for
different purposes (e.g. editing vs. printing).
Product: DeskTop Advisor(R)
Create/browse popup hypertext w/images, sound. See full
description on page 483.
Product: dtSearch for DOS
Text retrieval program. See full description on page 289.
Product: dtSearch for Windows
Text retrieval program. See full description on page 289.

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Product: MARGARINE
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-261-7023
Version: 3.11 (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $14.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products.
Look for: MARGAR??.ZIP on BBSs; MARGAR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for
assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A useful utility for formatting text files, especially
shareware documentation files. Will quickly go through a text
file and report the space available for creating a left margin
while maintaining the document's original formatting. Supports
page widths of 25-132 columns. Also will add top and bottom
margins as well as page numbers if requested. Menu-driven
interface; three options for handling embedded form-feed
characters; option to convert extended characters to Epson.
Product: Ravitz Editor
Text editor/outliner. See full description on page 225.
Product: WhizNotes
Author: Advanced Supprt Group, Inc., 314-965-5630
Version: 2.0 (03-20-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Microsoft help
compiler (for help file generation).
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $4.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; 3 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy;
royalty-free runtime license; bonus utilities; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WHIZNT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71303,20 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful text organizer and help generator. Begin using it and
never lose track of your ideas and notes. Use long descriptive
names for your notes, group them into folders, easily retrieve
and view them, search through them for any piece of
information, insert hypertext jumps to move from note to
note,... That's not all! You can convert your notes into

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Windows Help with just a click on the menu. Many advanced


features for note-taking and help generation.
3.4 Word processors
See also: Writing applications, Text editors.
Product: Bookbild/DOS Pamphlet Publisher
Converts doc. file to camera-ready booklet. See full
description on page 265.
Product: BOXER/DOS Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 221.
Product: BOXER/OS2 Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 222.
Product: Cumberland Diary
Powerful diary/journal entry program. See full description on
page 179.
Product: Cumberland Story
Write your own or ancestors life story. See full description
on page 605.
Product: Daily Log Book
Diary or Journal. See full description on page 180.
Product: Easy Word
Author: Easy Software, 01625-614669
Version: 9.2 (06-16-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 5.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3047
PsL#: 11490
Download size: 751k (about 56 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Probably the easiest word processor to learn. Facilities
include line drawing, table entry mode and macros. Will batch
print odd and even pages separately for double sided printing.
Secure erase facility for classified documents and built-in
backup system.
Product: EnVision Publisher
Desktop publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 239.

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Product: Hebrew Edit


Author: Right to Left Software, 416-489-7440
Version: 1.2b (02-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP
DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy;
bonus templates; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HEBED.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FLEFO forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71542,3631 for
assistance).
Download size: 143k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Hebrew text editor that supports the Hebrew vowels (Nikud). Has
bilingual menus, clear bright screen fonts. Prints beautiful
large letters in block or script fonts, on all major printers
(LaserJet, DeskJet, Dot matrix). Practice your Hebrew with the
sample files that are included.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/DOS
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 268.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/Win
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 268.
Product: My Life
Diary and Journal for young & old alike. See full description
on page 637.
Product: QENV
Quick envelope addressor & letter writer. See full description
on page 99.
Product: Technical Editor (OS/2)
32-bit programmers editor for OS/2 2.x. See full description
on page 226.

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Product: Word Fugue


Author: Fugue Software, +61-7-824-2843
Version: 3.1 R1 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 400k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
drives; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $55.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 2-month free upgrading allowed.
Writing style guide; sample documents.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WF310*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 100036,311 for assistance).
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Industrial strength word processor. Multiple file editing (up
to 8 windows & copy text between), pull down menus, autosave,
macros, context sensitive help, tables & columns (with
independent wrap), newspaper (snaking) columns, automatic
footnotes and endnotes, generation of table of contents &
indexes, spell checker, supports many printers (also lasers &
postscript), comprehensive mail merge (including IF ELSE).
Built in calculator (also available during printing), revision
marking and more
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks, 206-495-4574
Version: 1.81 (03-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, one free upgrade.
Look for: WDMASTER.EXE on BBSs (call 901-753-7213 to download it
at no charge); WDMSTR.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 73527,1676 for assistance); - on
GEnie in - forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID - for
assistance).
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full-featured word processor with extensive pull-down menu
system and on-line help. Includes: multiple fonts, macros,
windows, search and replace, cutting/pasting text, headers/
footers, automatic pagination, the ability to customize colors
and more. The documentation includes examples of using various
functions to help you work easier and faster.

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Product: Writer's Cramp


Author: JRE Enterprises
Version: 2.2 (09-30-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL. PKUNZIP v2.04G or later.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $9.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: WRCR22.ZIP on BBSs (call 602-814-0483 to download it at
no charge); WRCR22.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71162,2311 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2475
Download size: 1223k (about 91 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An inexpensive and simple word processor with many of the
features found in major word processors. Uses a database to
store its letters. Multiple letter databases can be created,
one for each member of the family. Each letter database can be
password protected.
3.5 Desktop publishing
Product: AdMaker
Author: OsoSoft, 805-528-1759
Version: 3.5 (05-06-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: ADMAKER.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-528-3753 to download it
at no charge); ADMAKE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71571,222 for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you design display ads up to 7.5" X 9.5" in Windows. Use
TT/ATM fonts; BMP/PCX clip art; line drawing tools. Print 100%
or 200% size layouts. Rotate text; click to position text;
insert special characters; filled boxes; text can overwrite
graphics; WYSIWYG display; right-click help; much, much more.
Use to create ads for your business or for others. Fast, easy,
and accurate! Use for any simple display ad. Much faster than
using Corel.

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Product: Bookbild/DOS Pamphlet Publisher


Converts doc. file to camera-ready booklet. See full
description on page 265.
Product: Bookbild/Win Pamphlet Publisher
Builds single-fold brochures in WPWIN 5.2. See full
description on page 266.
Product: Chartist(tm)
Flowcharting and org charting. See full description on
page 553.
Product: Crossword Clipper for DOS
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 909-797-3091
Version: 2.00 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor. Crossword Creator for puzzle design.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; discounts on other products.
3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CLPD20.ZIP on BBSs; CWCLPD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72357,3523 for
assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This crossword layout tool creates .PCX graphic files, suitable
for importing into word-processors or graphics applications.
WYSIWYG display lets you resize the puzzle grid, select fonts,
etc. Also creates ASCII text files containing puzzle clues.
Cannot be used for puzzle design, but will accept crossword
data files (.XWP format only) from other programs.

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Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows


Author: PC HELP-LINE, 909-797-3091
Version: 2.00 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Crossword Creator for
puzzle design.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support. 1-month return policy. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CLIP20.ZIP on BBSs; CWCLIP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72357,3523 for
assistance).
Download size: 370k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This crossword layout tool works with the Windows Clipboard,
enabling you to paste your puzzles into any Windows
application. WYSIWYG display lets you resize the puzzle grid,
select fonts, etc. Also creates Windows bitmap (.BMP) graphic
files. Cannot be used for puzzle design, but will accept
crossword data files (.XWP format only) from other programs.
Product: Crossword Creator
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 525.
Product: EDGEFLOW
Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS. See full
description on page 554.
Product: EnVision Publisher
Author: Software Vision Corporation, 813-545-4354
Version: 1.0 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA or Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: mouse, hard disk.
Registration fee: $69.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus
clipart libraries & scalable fonts, newsletter support, upgrade
discounts.
Look for: EVP100*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 813-585-7082
to download it at no charge); EVP1*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70304,64 for assistance); EVP1*.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards. 1993 winner, Shareware Industry
Awards.
Description:
A full-feature WYSIWYG desktop publishing program. It has a
mouse-driven Graphical User Interface and it can be used with
or without a mouse. Detailed context-sensitive help. Lets you

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create publications directly on the screen, and then print them


on any printer. Provides scalable fonts that can be rotated and
filled with any fill pattern. You can import PCX images, and
draw lines, boxes, polylines, polygons, ellipses and Bezier
curves.
Product: FontBook Professional
Author: The C Group, Inc., 718-251-1891
Version: 2.7 (06-13-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse; XMS memory.
Strongly recommended: math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month limited return policy. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: FONTBK27.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-241-0225 to download it
at no charge); FONTBK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:DTP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76670,2602 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1991
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you select some or all of your fonts and display them on
the screen or print speciman sheets showing different types,
styles and point sizes. Additionally, it will print and
display symbol sets for each font indicating the 4 digit ansi
code needed for display in other programs. It will also print
Type Rulers for selected fonts. A definite must for the DTP
professional. Optimized to run concurrently with other DTP
software.
Product: Graphcat/DOS Clip Art Cataloger
Clip art cataloger for WordPerfect 6.0/5.1. See full
description on page 266.
Product: Graphcat/Win Clip Art Cataloger
Graphcat clip art cataloger for WPWin61/52. See full
description on page 267.
Product: Hubble
Hubble 2.21 image + doc edit & processing. See full
description on page 560.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/DOS
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 268.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/Win
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 268.

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Product: MultiLabel
Author: OsoSoft, 805-528-1759
Version: 3.5 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; XMS memory; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy; bonus
graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLTLBL.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-528-3753 to download it at
no charge); MLTLBL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71571,222 for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This popular Windows label designer creates and prints labels
on all Avery laser label stock or create custom sizes. Name
tags, postcards, and more, too. Use all Windows fonts, BMP/PCX
clip art and line drawing tools. Serial numbers, address book,
and more. Supports all Windows printers, including color.
Rotate text. Print sheets of same labels or merge labels from
address book. Best of its class.
Product: QFont
Font editor for HP LaserJet soft fonts. See full description
on page 113.
Product: Rockford!
Author: OsoSoft, 805-528-1759
Version: 3.5 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy; bonus
graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ROCKFORD.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-528-3753 to download it
at no charge); RCKFRD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71571,222 for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designs business cards in Windows. Use TT/ATM fonts; BMP/PCX
clip art; line drawing tools. Print on pre-scored stock from
Paper Direct and others or print 200% or 4-up camera-ready
layouts. Rotate text; insert foreign characters; right-click
help; overlay text on graphics; vertical or horizontal card
formats; color printer support; much, much more. Design
professional business cards for yourself or to earn money.
Create sheets of cards in minutes!

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Product: Rubicon Publisher


Author: Rubicon Computer Labs Inc., 819-770-4317
Version: 2.2C (06-08-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk. VGA monitor
recommended.
Registration fee: $59.50
Registration benefits: Printed manual, bonus fonts, third-party
font support, bonus features.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 337k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Comprehensive desktop publisher based on traditional
typesetting concepts; over 120 features. Supports over 200
printers including most popular 9 & 24 pin dot matrix, LaserJet
2 & 3, & Postscript. Comes with 2 font families; supports
LaserJet 3 & Postscript fonts. Batch processor, controlled by
tags embedded in the input file. User's present word processor
or text editor can be used to prepare (Ascii) files for
publication. Screen preview provided for computers with VGA.
Great quality output!
Product: SmartDraw
Drag & drop flowcharting & draw for Windows. See full
description on page 571.

[***]

Product: Top Draw


Powerful object-oriented drawing program. See full description
on page 557.
Product: TreeChart
Comprehensive package for organization charts. See full
description on page 357.
3.6 Spelling checkers
Product: Power Edit
Network text editor, email, file encryption. See full
description on page 429.

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Product: Spelling Sentry


Author: Wintertree Software Inc., 613-825-6271
Version: 1.3 (04-09-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 200k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; disks of other shareware; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SPELLS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72060,3056
for assistance).
SWREG#: 1810
PsL#: 11106
Download size: 312k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A spelling-checker application for Microsoft Windows 3.1. Can
check and correct the spelling of words in Write files, text
files, and the clipboard. Comes with a 100,000-word dictionary
and supports three types of user dictionaries. Additional
features include: American/British spelling rules selection;
Drag-and-drop file checking; readability statistics; can
automatically correct frequently misspelled words; highly
accurate suggested replacements.
Product: Thelma ThistleBlossom
Checks grammar, style, spell, punc & more. See full
description on page 246.
Product: Thelma's SpellPlus
Author: Timpanogos Software, 801-223-9055
Version: 1.1 (01-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $9.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, newsletter, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Finds spelling errors, uncapitalized names, long sentences,
padding, doubled, offensive words. More words than Sharespell.
1000s of names and trademarks. Reads ASCII, WordPerfect, and
other files. Shows problems in context. Gives spelling
replacements. Provides both full editor and automatic
correction. Re-checks changes! Can add words to dictionary.
Fast, user-friendly.

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Product: Word Fugue


Industrial strength word processing. See full description on
page 233.
3.7 Dictionaries
Product: Relor Rhyming Dictionary
Author: Doyle Bare, 310-519-8049
Version: 1.0 (10-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone, mail support.
Look for: RHYME.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 276k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a rhyming dictionary program. Type in a word and the
program lists the words that rhyme. It is usefull for song
writers, poets, copywriters, or anyone who uses rhyme words.
The DOS version also contains a text editor.
Product: Visual Computer Dictionary Plus
Graphically portrays computer definitions. See full
description on page 529.
3.8 Thesaurus
Product: BESTHES
Author: LANGUAGE SOFTWARE Co.
Version: 1.5 (08-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 47k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: BESTH150.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it
at no charge); BESTH1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100274,655 for assistance);
BESTH150.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 2647
PsL#: 11511
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Equipped with a basic vocabulary of 16,250 entries x 185 (avg.)
related words per entry. Two available vocabulary-enrichment
modules extend to 28,635 entries x 210 w. per entry (6,013,350
words). Loadable in high memory. Compatible with most word
processors in text mode, DOS 6 DoubleSpace and QEMM v7.04. May

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be used as an integral part of your word processor as well as a


standalone application.
3.9 Style checkers
Product: BUDDY: A Tutorial Companion
Eight-lesson AI tutorial for clearer writing. See full
description on page 253.
Product: Cliche Finder
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 2.0 (05-10-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: CLICH20.ZIP on BBSs; CLICHE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 141k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Checks for the presence of cliches and overused phrases. Cliche
list can be edited by user. Generates a report.
Product: PC-Proof
Author: Intellect Systems, 206-226-0429
Version: 2.0A (10-18-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk. Mouse recommended.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PC-PRO.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72630,3457 for
assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
A commerial quality grammar checking program that can detect
many complex and embarrassing grammar errors. These errors
include dropped words, extra words or words which may have been
misspelled into another word. Can also detect many many other
mistakes including subject/verb agreement, and passive voice.
Compatible with WordPerfect, Word, Works, WinWord, ProWrite,
PC-Write, WordStar and others. Full mouse support.

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Product: Thelma ThistleBlossom


Author: Timpanogos Software, 801-223-9055
Version: 5.20 (12-26-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of phone,
newsletter, mail support; 2-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; THISTLEB.ZIP on GEnie in
WORDPERFEC forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID WP.TED for
assistance).
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Combines grammar, punctuation, spelling, cliche, and usage
checking in a single pass. When it finds a problem, it displays
the sentence in context, highlights the problem, explains what
is wrong, and gives you a suggestion. Often you can implement
the suggestion with a single keystroke. You may also use a
built-in editor to change the text. Automatically rechecks any
sentence that you change. Easy, powerful, fast, and thorough.
Creates strong, readable business letters.
Product: Thelma's ClichePlus
Author: Timpanogos Software, 801-223-9055
Version: 1.8 (01-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $9.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, newsletter, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Finds cliches, idioms, long sentences, short sentences, too
many or too few spaces at the end of a sentence. Differs from
ClicheFinder:
1. thousands more entries;
2. more sophisticated pattern matching;
3. shows problems in context;
4. provides full editor;
5. re-checks changes.
Reads ASCII, WordPerfect, and other file formats.

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Product: Thelma's SpellPlus


Spell, capitalizes, proper nouns, full editor. See full
description on page 241.
Product: WinProof
Author: Intellect Systems, 206-226-0429
Version: 1.0C (01-28-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WINPRO.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72630,3457 for
assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A professional grammar checker for Windows that can detect many
complex and embarrassing errors like dropped words, extra words
or words that have been misspelled into another word. Can also
detect may other mistakes including subject/verb agreement,
misused articles and passive voice. Not another feeble style or
readability checker. It knows English! Compatible with all
major word processors and can check the clipboard.
Product: WStyle
Author: Wintertree Software Inc., 613-825-6271
Version: 1.13 (07-25-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps improve your writing style in two ways. First, it
examines your writing for common problems, such as redundant
words, wordy phrases, and awkward sentence structure. Second,
it analyzes your writing style and presents statistics that
tell you where your writing is weak and where it is strong.
Although it is not a substitute for an independent review, it
can help you to write more clearly and directly and avoid
common writing-style errors.

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3.10 Bibliography
See also: Education.
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services
Version: 3.02 (12-19-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $47.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BIBLOG.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75020,556 for
assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A research and writing tool to store, retrieve, and print
bibliographic information and associated remarks. Handles many
different reference styles and organizes notes as well as
references. Works with most word-processors.
Product: REFILE
Document management software. See full description on
page 524.
Product: RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys.
Author: Mulberry Software, Inc., 201-670-9856
Version: 3.2b (03-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 510k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $55.00 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: RMS32B.ZIP on BBSs; RMS32B.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74267,2713 for
assistance).
Download size: 603k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Annotated menu based system for handling biblio/reference
material for research, writing, collecting. Many options for
view, search, retrive, report, lists, import/export, duplicate
checks, and data statistics. Has 21 fields including authors,
title, source, year, keywords, special codes, etc. and freetext abstract/notes. Output to printer or generic wordprocessor
files with many list and card formats plus user definable
styles to fit publication requirements. dBase III(r) data
files.

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3.11 Document boilerplates


3.11.1 Resume'
Product: FYI/For Your Eyes Only
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 2.3 (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $37.50
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: YIV23U.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-681-6221 to download it at
no charge); YIV23U.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BUSINESS forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete address book and resume writer. It features an
elegamt interface with pull down menus and popup scolling
tables. Lets you track up to 9,999 personal phone numbers and
can print standard reports that can be viewed or printed. Can
also write personal resume for new job searches. Searches for
phone numbers by name or company name. Included are three
numbers supported, also features personal memo writer for
letter or notes. Rolodex cards, and mailing lables and much
more
Product: FYI2/Business Office Manager
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 2.3 (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $59.50
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: YI2V23.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-681-6221 to download it at
no charge); YI2V23.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BUSINESS forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete but Simple Business Office Manager, personal resume
writer, memo writer, address book, business project manager,
rolodex, mailing labels, business directory, employee
management database, personal horoscope.

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Product: Resume Master Deluxe


Author: Whirlwind Technologies
Version: 4.0 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 1938
PsL#: 11143
Download size: 380k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful resume generating tool that will give you the
winning edge needed in today's job market. Easy-to-use & menu
driven. Prompts you to enter information about yourself, past
work history, education, etc. This information is then
formatted & printed to create a professional-looking customized
one-page resume. Creates choice of chronological or targeted
resume. Supports any printer. Online help system & on-disk
user's manual. Print resume to file for customization.
Product: The Right Resume
Author: Whirlwind Technologies
Version: 1.0c (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 4388
PsL#: 11756
Download size: 1131k (about 84 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful Windows-based job hunting package. Features include:
Create choice of chronological, functional, or targeted resume;
Fully-functional WYSIWYG word processer for creating cover
letters, customizing your resume, etc.; Generate multiple
resumes from one data source without having to retype; Modify
feature to easily reorganize or delete data; On-disk user's
manual and on-line help system.
3.12 Document control & management
Product: LPRINT
Formats & prints files for PS w/ borders, etc. See full
description on page 114.

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Product: MegaWord
More than 30 add-in apps for WinWord 6.0. See full description
on page 262.
Product: Power Edit
Network text editor, email, file encryption. See full
description on page 429.
Product: REFILE
Document management software. See full description on
page 524.
Product: WhizNotes
A text organizer & help generator for Windows. See full
description on page 231.
3.13 Creativity & brainstorming
See also: Business, Training & support aids, Lecturing & slide
shows.
Product: CODE-A-LINE
Outline processor, text editor, printing util. See full
description on page 230.
Product: Creativity Package
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.0a (07-29-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $34.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CREAT40A.ZIP on BBSs; CREATE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10195
Download size: 460k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
3-part program for writers, teachers, students, executives anyone who must produce fresh ideas. Includes a complete bookon-disk on creativity enhancement, software for computer-aided
brainstorming, and a poetry writing program.
Product: Curses!
[***]
Creative insult generator. See full description on page 681.

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Product: Grammar Expert


Online reference for English grammar. See full description on
page 254.
Product: OMNIDay For Windows
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.70 (02-28-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP
LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: ODAYW270.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ODAY4W.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1715
Download size: 334k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A benchmark system for electronic diary programs! Allows up to
10 users, each with their own passcode. Optional encryption of
the opus (up to 10,000 possibilities). The user names the opus
and enters their own name as author. Automatic entry of text
date line, entry can be up to 99 pages of 2K each. User can
update and delete entries. Will print out opus for selected
dates or all. Full featured text editor with on line help.
Import feature for those who travel. Includes diary keeping
tips.
Product: On This Day
"What happened on this day in history?" See full description
on page 539.
Product: On This Day for Windows
"What happened on this day in history?" See full description
on page 540.
Product: PoeTrio
Three poetry tutorials with separate editors. See full
description on page 516.

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Product: Poetry Generator


[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 2.4a (01-28-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: POET24A.ZIP on BBSs; POETRY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 515k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Turn your computer into a poet! Using a 20,000-word vocabulary,
this program creates free-verse poems at the touch of a button.
Using the structure of actual poems as models, the program
randomly combines words and short phrases into verses 4 to 9
lines long. The results as fascinating. Some of these poems
have actually been published in national magazines. This
program has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Scientific
American, and Writer's Digest.
Product: POETRY STAR
An AI poetry tutor that chats & cracks jokes. See full
description on page 519.
Product: WhizNotes
A text organizer & help generator for Windows. See full
description on page 231.
3.14 Writing utilities
Product: Bookbild/DOS Pamphlet Publisher
Converts doc. file to camera-ready booklet. See full
description on page 265.
Product: Bookbild/Win Pamphlet Publisher
Builds single-fold brochures in WPWIN 5.2. See full
description on page 266.
Product: BOXER/DOS Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 221.
Product: BOXER/OS2 Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 222.

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Product: BUDDY: A Tutorial Companion


Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-632-5447
Version: 1.2 (08-05-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 240k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives.
Registration fee: $19.50
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
tollfree 800# phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CSBDY.ZIP on BBSs; CSBDY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPPS forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71031,1036 for
assistance); CSBDY.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 132k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Are you already pretty good with your word processor? Now in
just eight lessons you can (a) write more effectively and (b)
avoid some embarrassing mistakes. Also lets you enjoy wacky
banter with your PC - as "comic relief" to the very serious
business of clear and strategic writing. Written in the AI
language INRAC, which means that you can conduct typed
conversations with the program in standard English. Contains a
special "common error detector."
Product: Cliche Finder
[***]
Checks writing cliches. See full description on page 243.
Product: Grammar Expert
Author: Wintertree Software Inc., 613-825-6271
Version: 1.02 (02-15-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 100k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of
other shareware. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GE102.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72060,3056
for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An online, hypertext reference book for the rules of English
grammar, punctuation, and effective writing. Contains practical
answers, guidelines, and advice on thousands of grammar-related
points for business, writers, students, and people learning
English as a second language. Use its online index and table of

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contents to locate the information you need quickly. Explains


the grammatical rules involved and provides plenty of examples.
Product: Lecture
Displays text-based slide show lectures. See full description
on page 379.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/DOS
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 268.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/Win
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 268.
Product: PC-Proof
A commercial quality grammar checker. See full description on
page 243.
Product: Simply Docs
Converts ASCII files to EXEs. TSR/print opts. See full
description on page 65.
Product: Thelma ThistleBlossom
Checks grammar, style, spell, punc & more. See full
description on page 243.
Product: WinProof
Windows grammar checker. See full description on page 245.
3.14.1 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File sorting & conversion.
Product: MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows
Text editor for large files. See full description on page 224.
3.15 Software tools & macros
3.15.1 For multiple programs
Product: dtSearch for DOS
Text retrieval program. See full description on page 289.
Product: dtSearch for Windows
Text retrieval program. See full description on page 289.
Product: Fonts Ink Fonts
Specialized TrueType and PostScript fonts. See full
description on page 86.

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Product: Over_LAZ HP
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 4 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor; Hard disk; HP
LaserJet printer. WordPerfect 5.x, 6, WordStar, Word, AMI Pro
or PC-Write. HP LaserJet II/III/4 printer.
Strongly recommended: Word processing program, spread sheet,
data base.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
CompuServe, mail support; bonus templates. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; OVER4.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72060,1153 for
assistance).
Download size: 1400k (about 104 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of over 150 printer overlay files for WordPerfect
4.2 or later, Word, Word for Windows, AmiPro WordStar, PCWrite, dBase, and other applications and an HP LaserJet
compatible printer. Over_LAZ are provided for standard office
forms (inter office memo, FAX transmittal, etc) as well as
'rubber stamps' (draft, confidential, etc) and decorative page
borders. Over_LAZ are automatically printed on the page over
your document. Extra fonts are not required. 512k printer RAM
is sufficient.
Product: Safe Program
Lock files in a software safe - Email secure. See full
description on page 45.
Product: ToolDriver
Developer tools to organize files and names. See full
description on page 493.
Product: UnderBar
Automatic printing of POSTNET bar codes. See full description
on page 99.
Product: WonderBar
TSR to print POSTNET bar code for mailing. See full
description on page 101.
3.15.2 For PC-Write
Product: Over_LAZ HP
HP LaserJet overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 253.

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Product: PC-Proof
A commercial quality grammar checker. See full description on
page 243.
Product: WinProof
Windows grammar checker. See full description on page 245.
3.15.3 For Word
Product: Over_LAZ HP
HP LaserJet overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 253.
Product: PC-Proof
A commercial quality grammar checker. See full description on
page 243.
3.15.3.1 Word for Windows
Product: AMF'S WINFAX PRO 4.0 MACRO
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1 (09-06-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WFX40.ZIP on BBSs; WFX40.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2618
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The only fax macro in the business which takes advantage of
virtually every feature of WinFax Pro 4.0 from inside Word 6.0.
Choose cover pages, resolution, type on cover page, specify
recipient, do background faxing, and so much more.

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Product: Business Cards for Word 6.0


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 2.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 6 months of unlimited mail support; source code; bonus
data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: AFCRD.ZIP on BBSs; AFCRD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2260
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Quickly and effortlessly, one can create quality, professionallooking, custom business cards with Word 6.0
Product: CD Player for Word 6.0
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. CD-ROM drive.
Word for Windows 6.0, CD-Audio Driver for Windows.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CD.ZIP on BBSs; CD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2857
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The only full-featured CD player for Word. All basic CD
functions including scan backward/forward, stop, pause, random
play, live time display. Plus title database and more. All from
inside Word 6.0. Includes a beautiful, full-color toolbar and a
setup program.

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Product: Chicago-Like Windows Titlers


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $6.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: TITLE.ZIP on BBSs; TITLE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2402
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This handy utility set will change Word's titlebar caption to
the title of the document, not the FileName. This simulates how
Windows 4.0 (Chicago) will work. Easy to use. Toolbars and help
included. Break the 8-character DOS limitation. Have long
descriptive names - not cyptic DOS file names.
Product: Colored Toolbar Icons for Word
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 2.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus graphics; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: AFCOLICO.ZIP on BBSs; AFCOLI.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2303
Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a sample of the entire collection of colored toolbar
icons that come with the registered version. Colored toolbar
icons for every possible task you can imagine. Jazz up the Word
Workplace. Liven up presentations in Word.

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Product: Exit Master for Word 6.0


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $6.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: EXIT.ZIP on BBSs; EXIT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2502
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Now, from inside Word, you can exit to DOS, exit Windows,
restart Windows, reboot your computer, and Exit Word with just
one click! Easy to use and operate. For Word 6.0 only.
Product: File Manager Jr.
File manager for WinWord 6.0. See full description on
page 190.
Product: French Dictionary for Word 6.0
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FRENCH.ZIP on BBSs; FRENCH.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2700
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Now you can easily look up words in English OR French, and have
the translations pasted into your document with accents. Easy
to use. Requires no effort. Word 6.0 only.

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Product: HELLLP!
Author: Guy Software
Version: 1.0c (11-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: HELLLP.ZIP on BBSs (call 604-736-3453 to download it at
no charge); HELLLP.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71750,1036 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1346
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for user friendliness. Automatically sets up top level
table of contents with Hypertext jumps to topics already in
place. Add additional jumps and popups by highlighting the
place you want to jump from and pointing to the place you want
to jump to. Use Windows Help to give Hypertext access to
corporate manuals, as well as programs, templates and macros your people already know it and it's free with Windows.
Product: MegaWord
Author: Merlot International, (+1)-314-965-5630
Version: 6.01 (04-26-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; source code;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MEGAWORD.ZIP on BBSs; MW601.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 100273,32 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1130
PsL#: 10970
Download size: 440k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An add-in template for Word for Windows v6.0. Offers more than
30 applications for complete file, project and directory
management, printing, editing, formatting, viewing, instant
spell-checking, plus tools that insert calendars, numbers and
dates in any format and in more than 20 languages.

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Product: P.I.M. for Word 6.0 for Windows


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 4.2b DB+ (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PIM.ZIP on BBSs; PIM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2480
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The only full featured PIM for Word for Windows 6.0. Store up
to 10,800 entries. Works and looks like a real rolodex.
Autodial, fax, create envelopes and labels, create full-color
reports, create lusiness letters and more with just one click.
Easy to use push-button interface. Supports background
WinFaxing, voice mail telephones, & all modems. Full
documentation included along with an installation utility.
Imports every database and spreadsheet. Has an alarm.
Product: Pink Bunny
Author: Guy Software
Version: 1.0 (11-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PNKBNY.ZIP on BBSs (call 604-736-3453 to download it at
no charge); PNKBNY.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71750,1036 for assistance).
Download size: 8k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Takes as input the name of a macro and a filename pattern which
may include wildcards (*,?). Opens each file, runs the macro,
saves and closes the file. The save may be switched off.
Another switch can be set to stop the open if a non-Word file
matches the pattern. Of particular value in conversion
projects where there are often minor fixups which need to be
made by macro to a bunch of files.

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Product: Toolbar 2X for Word 6.0


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 2.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: TB2X.ZIP on BBSs; TB2X.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2677
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Eliminate the clutter form the Word 6.0 Desktop with Toolbar
2x. Allows two toolbars to occupy the space of one. Now fully
customizable. Easy to use and setup. Leaves more room for text
rather than toolbars. A real productivity tool.
Product: Ultimate Faxer for Word 6.0
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FAXAMF.ZIP on BBSs; FAXAMF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSWORD forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2204
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Using any version of WinFax (even the Lite and Ultralite
versions), you can easily fax the current document from Word
for Windows 6.0. Easy to use and has a handy page range
feature.

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Product: Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6


Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 3.0.12a (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Word for Windows
6.0.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: WW3.ZIP on BBSs; WW3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSWORD
forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3297
PsL#: 11521
Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Has the best 55+ macros and templates to get Word going.
Includes a full-fledged PIM, full-faetured CD-player, and
everything from copying files, to renaming files, to playing
tic tac toe. A total solution for Word 6.0. Even has a project
manager. Open/print all your files in the Project with one
click! Includes a 3.5" disk labeler, and a faxer macro and
template which access every feature of WinFax Pro 4.0. Easy to
use and operate.
3.15.4 For WordStar
Product: DDKEY
Powerful 7.5K TSR key redefinition utility. See full
description on page 71.
Product: Over_LAZ HP
HP LaserJet overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 253.
3.15.5 For WordPerfect
Product: Bookbild/DOS Pamphlet Publisher
Author: Science Translations Software Services, 410-661-2224
Version: 1.1 (02-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM. WordPerfect 5.1 or
5.1+/DOS.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support;
3-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus graphics; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: BKBILD11.ZIP on BBSs (call 410-285-4032 to download it
at no charge); BKBILD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 72144,1241 for assistance);

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BKBILD11.ZIP on GEnie in WP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID


JERRY.STERN for assistance).
Download size: 137k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A macro package for WordPerfect 5.1 & 5.1+. The macro builds
pamphlets from formatted text files. The new document is
camera-ready, with each page in the correct sequence for
printing. Any two-across format can be used, in either
portrait or landscape mode. (Requires landscape fonts in
printer or add-on font package for landscape booklets.) Both
horizontally and vertically-folded booklets can be created.
Product: Bookbild/Win Pamphlet Publisher
Author: Science Translations Software Services, 410-661-2224
Version: 1.1 (02-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 4000k RAM. WordPerfect
5.2 or 5.2+/Windows.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support;
3-month limited return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: BOOKWN11.ZIP on BBSs (call 410-285-4032 to download it
at no charge); BOOKWN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72144,1241 for assistance);
BOOKWN11.ZIP on GEnie in WP forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID
JERRY.STERN for assistance).
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Builds pamphlets for formatted documents in WordPerfect 5.2.
Any two-across format can be used, in either portrait or
landscape mode. Pages are rearranged into the order needed to
create camera-ready copy for bulk printing. Full instructions
make booklet preparation easy.
Product: dPerfect Merge
Converts xBase to WordPerfect secondary file. See full
description on page 60.

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Product: Graphcat/DOS Clip Art Cataloger


Author: Science Translations Software Services, 410-661-2224
Version: 3.1 (06-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
WordPerfect 6.0 or 5.1 DOS editions, 6/90 release or newer.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 3-month
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: GCATWP31.ZIP on BBSs (call 410-285-4032 to download it
at no charge); GCATWP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72144,1241 for assistance);
GCATWP31.ZIP on GEnie in WP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID
J.STERN10 for assistance).
Download size: 114k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS macro package that creates clip art catalogs in WordPerfect
6.0, 5.1+, and 5.1. Prepares a catalog for printing with all
the graphics it can find in the directory or on the disk
chosen. Any graphic format supported by WordPerfect is also
supported. Support for WordPerfect 6.0. New in version 3.1:
Adds CD-ROM support, directory searching, partial catalogs, and
caption autosizing. Default settings can now be customized in
the registered edition, which also includes a megabyte of clip
art samples.
Product: Graphcat/Win Clip Art Cataloger
Author: Science Translations Software Services, 410-661-2224
Version: 3.2 (02-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 4000k RAM.
WordPerfect/Windows version 6.1, 6.0 & 5.2, 5.2+.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support;
3-month limited return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on
other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: GCATWN32.ZIP on BBSs (call 410-285-4032 to download it
at no charge); GCATWN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72144,1241 for assistance);
GCATWN32.ZIP on GEnie in WP forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID
JERRY.STERN for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A macro package for WordPerfect 6.1, 6.0, 6.0a, 5.2 & 5.2+ /
Windows that creates pictorial catalogs of clip art. All
graphics formats readable by WP/Win can be read by Graphcat,
and set up in columns as a pictorial catalog. Also can create

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mergable listings of file names, and includes a database


template to aid in creating a full database of clip art files.
Supports directory searches, CD-ROM support, partial catalog
building, caption autosizing.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/DOS
Author: Science Translations Software Services, 410-661-2224
Version: 3.0 (06-28-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM. WordPerfect 6.0 or
5.1 DOS editions.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; 31/2" master disk(s);
12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie,
newsletter, mail support; 3-month limited return policy; bonus
utilities; bonus templates; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: LTRKIT30.ZIP on BBSs (call 410-285-4032 to download it
at no charge); LTRKIT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72144,1241 for assistance);
LTRKIT30.ZIP on GEnie in WP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID
JERRY.STERN for assistance).
Download size: 161k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of macros, forms, and graphics for WordPerfect 6.0 and
5.1/DOS for retrieving letterheads, invoices, scanned
signatures, and up to 10 FAX cover sheets or other custom forms
(20 in registered edition). Support for WordPerfect 6.0/DOS,
more FAX forms available, easier installation and
customization, with personal form names on the FAX menu.
Supports two letterheads and two scanned signatures-business
and personal.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/Win
Author: Science Translations Software Services, 410-661-2224
Version: 3.0 (02-25-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk. WordPerfect 6.1 or 6.0, 6.0a/Windows.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax,
BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 3-month
return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; bonus templates;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: LTRWIN30.ZIP on BBSs (call 410-285-4032 to download it
at no charge); LTRWIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72144,1241 for assistance);

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LTRWIN30.ZIP on GEnie in WP forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID


JERRY.STERN for assistance).
Download size: 240k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Business Correspondence Assistant for WordPerfect 6.1 & 6.0,
6.0a/Windows. A set of macros, forms, graphics and sample files
that retrieve letterheads, fax cover sheets, invoices, scanned
signature, and 30 message graphics, including "Rush!" and
"Thank you for your payment!" Forms and letterheads are
customized on-the-fly with user's name and address information.
Product: Over_LAZ HP
HP LaserJet overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 253.
Product: PC-Proof
A commercial quality grammar checker. See full description on
page 243.
Product: Public Address
Full featured address manager. See full description on
page 288.
Product: Thelma ThistleBlossom
Checks grammar, style, spell, punc & more. See full
description on page 243.
Product: Thelma's ClichePlus
Finds cliches, idioms, long sentences. See full description on
page 244.
Product: Thelma's SpellPlus
Spell, capitalizes, proper nouns, full editor. See full
description on page 241.
Product: WinProof
Windows grammar checker. See full description on page 245.
3.15.6 For other
Product: Btr Help!
Btrieve File Utility. Repair, Edit, Browse. See full
description on page 498.
Product: Examine
Fast text search utility for Windows. See full description on
page 18.
Product: Over_LAZ PS
PostScript overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 115.

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Product: PSEARCH
Fast tool to search for files with text words. See full
description on page 22.

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Chapter 4
Spreadsheet applications
See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Calculators; Finances,
Financial calculators; Business.
4.1 Spreadsheet programs
Product: ALITE
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 1.20r (07-08-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 7k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; EMS memory; XMS
memory.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; discounts on other products.
Look for: ALITE.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-2505 to download it at
no charge); ALITE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 71333,103 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful spreadsheet that will run even on a system with only
256k RAM! It will even run as TSR using 7k RAM; 2048 rows by
128 columns; line, X-Y, bar, pie and stacked bar graphs; macro
command language, math, statistical, financial, date and string
functions; WKS and WK1 file compatible; data regression, data
question and data bin operations; file import, export and
merge, PIC file generation, and file linking; split windows,
block protection, matrix operations, and much more...

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Product: AS-EASY-AS
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 5.50e (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 382k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; EMS
memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: ASA550E.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-2505 to download it
at no charge); ASEASY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71333,103 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Awards & nominations: 1992 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Powerful 8192 rows by 256 columns spreadsheet. EMS and virtual
memory support. Fully mouseable. Print preview mode with
headers, footers, etc. Math, statistical, financial, logical,
date/time, string and user defined functions. Text & graphics
on same page. 12 graph types, (log scales, split graphs).
9-pin, 24-pin and LaserJet support. WKS and WK1 file
compatible. Powerful macro language. Goalseeking, dBASE file
export/import, file merge & file linking. Matrix operations,
and much more...

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Product: AstroFormulaCalculator 3
Author: PCSCC, Inc., 203-270-9079
Version: 3.1 (08-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
High level spreadsheet/calculator. Versatile function library.
Completely format-free. Much more powerful than a calculator
but easier than a spreadsheet! Advanced numerical operations
include Newton-Raphson for solving x in Y=f(x), advanced
simplex for solving x at W=Y=Z... in W=f(x), Y=g(x), Z=h(x)...,
numerical integration (two methods), differentiation,
summation, maxima/minima, plotting, screen dumps, DOS command
line math, comprehensive and interactive on-line help file, and
much more!
Product: EXPRESSCALC
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 4.10 (05-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$23.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy; discounts on
upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ECALC*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-788-4008
to download it at no charge); ECALC4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Matrix size defaults to 64 columns by 256 lines for a total of
16,384 cells. Supports EGA and VGA monitors for more lines on
the screen. Math functions include standard deviation, net
present value, payment and more. Lookup function allows
linking to other spreadsheets. Cells can be hidden. Data can

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be imported and exported between File Express and ExpressGraph.


Wide spreadsheets can be printed using On-Side.
Product: Sci & Eng Tool for Lotus 1-2-3
Solver and programmable calculator for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 309.
Product: Super Macro Library for 1-2-3
A library of super power macros for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 275.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 Window
Portfolio management and charting for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 274.

[***]

4.2 Boilerplates/templates
Product: INSTSPEC
Templates for instr data sheets (controls). See full
description on page 415.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 Window
[***]
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 201-895-5665
Version: 3.0 (08-17-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.0 or better. 4000k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited fax, BBS,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; bonus data; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TI123.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:LOTUSA forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76057,2400 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 7060
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated portfolio management and technical analysis
package for use with Lotus 1-2-3 for Windows (v4 or better). It
tracks securities and transactions, calculates returns, charts
stocks, and helps make trading decisions based on a wide array
of technical indicators. Includes built in updating from
America Online, Prodigy, and Compuserve. Indicators include
HLCV charts, relative strength, moving averages, RSI and many
others.
4.3 Spreadsheet utilities
See also: Utilities, Printer utilities.

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Product: ON-SIDE
Print any wide ASCII file sideways. See full description on
page 87.
Product: Super Macro Library for 1-2-3
Author: K.I.T.A.L. Software, 972-498-7255
Version: 3.4 (06-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM. Lotus 1-2-3 2.0 or
better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
discounts on other products. 24-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Library contains over 250 *.wk1 macros plus over 220 *.mlb
macros that sense the Lotus release and transparently works on
all versions 2.0 & up, 2-D and 3-D (multiple sheets ranges!).
Ranges does not have to be contiguous or of one type of data.
Example, when macro processes labels, cells of other types are
ignored. Menu driven Macro Managers allow using point & shoot
to start macros without combining them. Only manager stays with
worksheet. Macros and managers outperform commercial library
macros!
4.3.1 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File sorting & conversion.
Product: DATA MASTER
Database management program. See full description on page 282.
Product: Extract It
Report Data Extractor. See full description on page 60.
4.4 Software tools & add-ins
4.4.1 For multiple programs
Product: 4Print/4Book DOS
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 106.
Product: 4Print/4Book Windows
4Print/4Book DOS + 4PrinW Windows interface. See full
description on page 106.
Product: Bubble Chart
Bubble Chart, animated graph. See full description on
page 340.

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Product: Simstat
Complete statistics and simulation program. See full
description on page 448.
4.4.2 For Lotus
Product: Sci & Eng Tool for Lotus 1-2-3
Solver and programmable calculator for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 309.
Product: Super Macro Library for 1-2-3
A library of super power macros for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 273.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 DOS
[***]
Portfolio manager/technical analysis template. See full
description on page 389.
Product: Total Investor for Symphony
[***]
Portfolio manager/technical analysis template. See full
description on page 390.
4.4.3 For Excel
Product: DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT
DDE history recorder to access1.1 MDB or text. See full
description on page 406.

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Chapter 5
Database applications
See also: Data; Computer programming, Database engines.
5.1 Relational database managers
Product: THE CALLING TREE
Calling tree database manager. See full description on
page 364.
Product: Car Restoration Diary
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 2.31 (01-27-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: CREST231.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); CREST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1581
Download size: 328k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Database program to keep track of expenses and time spent while
restoring vintage cars. It will also maintain a database of
parts dealers, car shows, swap meets, etc. Includes an
appointment calendar and a pop-up calculator. View and print
reports and mailing labels. Easy to learn and use. Context
sensitive online help.

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Product: Computer System Manager


Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 1.41 (02-19-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Hercules monitor; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CSM141.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); CSM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1371
Download size: 430k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Comprehensive computer system equipment tracking. Ideal for
home users, small business, and corporate system managers.
Information can be tracked to individual computer systems
noting model & serial numbers, install dates, warranty
expiration, etc. Set up an inventory for unassigned equipment
and spare parts. Free form report writer. Full customization of
screen colors, file indexes, printer, and validation tables
including Vendor, Hardware and Software types. Context
sensitive online help.
Product: DATABASE BROWSER
Author: Redei Enterprises, 310-832-6984
Version: 1.21 (04-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 8000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Mouse; Network (LAN); XMS
memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $49.50 (add $5.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1734k (about 129 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use tool with full edit, query, sorting and printing
capabilities. It supports MS Access 1.1 & 2.0 (.MDB), dBase
III&IV, FoxPro 2.0&2.5 (.DBF), Paradox (.DB) and Btrieve
(.DDF&.DAT). Records are displayed in a scrollable grid in
which columns may be moved, resized. It provides QBE, zooming.
Masking for numeric fields. LAN support. Calculated columns and
totals. Reports to printer, to text file and to clipboard.
Remote usage from other Windows applications.

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Product: Easy Base


Author: Easy Software, 01625-614669
Version: 9.0 (06-10-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 1024k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3043
PsL#: 11489
Download size: 984k (about 73 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The first true Rapid Application Development (RAD) system
available on shareware. you can create sophisticated menu
driven data management applications in record time.
Product: HouseHold TRACKER
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software, 714-898-7262
Version: 1.6 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $18.50 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products.
Look for: FMSHT.ZIP on BBSs; FGSHT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 281k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Keeps track of many of the items around the house in one
database. Items like household goods (model #'s, serial #'s,
cost, warranties, etc.), auto repairs, VCR tapes, magazine
subscriptions, phone list, utilities and credit cards. The
program will print your list for insurance purposes or make a
label for your VCR tape. Easy to use menus.
Product: MCBase
Relational music collection database system. See full
description on page 590.
Product: Office Supplies Tracker
Office supplies ordering/inventory system. See full
description on page 331.
Product: Paper Route Ledger
Computer bookkeeping for newspaper carriers. See full
description on page 318.

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Product: PC-File
Author: ButtonWare, Inc., 206-454-0479
Version: 7.0 (05-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 450k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $89.90 (add $8.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of toll 900# phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe support; 2-month return policy; discounts on other
products.
Look for: PCF70*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-454-7875
to download it at no charge); PCF70*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73230,1363 for assistance).
Download size: 895k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
This database is easy to use and helps you organize, update,
retrieve and manipulate information. dBase compatible, it
analyzes and manages data with relational retrieve and posting,
search/query, duplicate record check and global update. Create
reports, graphs and charts, mailing labels, mail merge letters.
Plus bar code printer support, autodialer, macros, and graphic
interface fully accessible with a mouse or keyboard. Multiple
views of databases, more data validation, spell checking.
Product: PC-HAM
HAM logging, contest and SS game simulation. See full
description on page 609.
Product: QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
An accounting system for property managers. See full
description on page 366.
Product: RexxBase
The dBase Database For Rexx. See full description on page 455.
Product: SC-Scripter
SQL server (MS/Sybase) DB script generator. See full
description on page 303.

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Product: Schooner
Author: Jonathan Cook, 209-299-4950
Version: 2.50 GUI (03-14-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $39.95
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free runtime
license; bonus utilities; bonus data; bonus graphics.
Look for: SCH250.ZIP on BBSs; SCHOON.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72672,2502 for assistance).
Download size: 490k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete software application development system that allows
you to build powerful DOS graphical user interface (GUI)
software applications. dBASE III Plus file compatible and
Clipper '87 compiler compatible code.
Product: Search-N-Store
Author: Shawn Anderson SoftWare, 309-787-4967-(X227)
Version: 3.4 (06-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.11 or better. 350k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse; Network (LAN). Disk
cache.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A network ready, multi-user or stand alone database with lots
of search and print options. Uses text style graphics. A
database utility is included.
Product: SoundMasterDb
Audio library cataloging program. See full description on
page 635.
5.2 Flat-file database managers
See also: Database applications, Mailing list systems.
Product: Book Librarian
Book cataloging program. See full description on page 522.

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Product: buttonFile
Author: ButtonWare, Inc., 206-454-0479
Version: 1.0 (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $69.90 (add $6.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of toll 900# phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe support; 2-month return policy; discounts on other
products. card decks.
Look for: BFIL1*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-454-7875
to download it at no charge); BFIL1*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 15 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73230,1363 for assistance).
Download size: 460k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
This Windows personal filer is a combination Rolodex, address
book and autodialer. Store names, addresses and muliple phone
numbers on 19 pre-defined cards; manage and maintain multiple
address files; auto-dial any phone number and create a list of
frequently used speed dial numbers; print mailing labels,
reports, 3x5 cards. Search using names, numbers, "sounds
like". Import/export to Windows cardfile, ASCII, dBase and
WordPerfect. Design your own card decks and reports by drawing
them.
Product: Calling Cards
Combination Rolodex - Yellow Pages program. See full
description on page 158.
Product: DATA MASTER
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Version: 3.1 (11-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; lifetime return policy; royalty-free runtime
license; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DM31.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-534-7812 to download it at
no charge); DM31.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 72357,2034 for assistance).
SWREG#: 367
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete dbase database management program. Create, modify, and
sort standard dbase files. Contains report writer, form letter
utility, mailing label utility, duplicate checker, statistical
analysis, time period analysis, weights & measures conversion,
etc. Converts from dbase to Lotus 1-2-3, and vice versa. Much
more.
Product: FILE EXPRESS
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 5.1 (12-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$23.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy; bonus
templates; discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: FE51*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 206-788-4008
to download it at no charge); FE51*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 1300k (about 97 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use flat file database manager with relational
lookup and update capabilities. Handles over 2 billion records
per database, 200 fields per record, 1000 characters per field
and 4000 characters per record. Includes extensive searching,
reporting, label printing, importing, exporting and duplicate
searching. Database formats can be changed at any time without
losing data. Formula handler includes over 60 string and
numeric functions. Includes an auto-dialer. Supports 300+
printers.
Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!
Keeps track of any kind of data very easily! See full
description on page 290.
Product: Household Register
Home/office inventory program. See full description on
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Product: LABEL MASTER


Mailing list manager - PC Mag editors choice. See full
description on page 286.
Product: Layout
Office layout and equipment inventory. See full description on
page 339.
Product: Little Lists
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.2 (07-28-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: LLIST32.ZIP on BBSs; LITTLE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10938
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Database program for users who want to keep things simple.
Create exactly the list you want, without prior knowledge of
programming or database systems. Add, view, change records,
browse through the list, print reports & labels including only
the fields you want, sort the records any way you like, perform
simple math, add & change fields, import/export ASCII and DBF
files.
Product: MicroPlayerCD(tm)
Play audio CDs on your computer's CDROM drive. See full
description on page 85.
Product: NAMEBASE
Name/address/notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 355.
Product: PC-File
Easy to use, dBase compat, relational lookup. See full
description on page 277.

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Product: q&dBase for Windows


Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 2.0a (10-23-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $27.50 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, CompuServe support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: QDBW.ZIP on BBSs (call 201-886-8048 to download it at
no charge); QDBW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3598
PsL#: 11656
Download size: 660k (about 49 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The only shareware program that allows you to create and define
your own databases, design your own data entry forms, create
and store report queries, design report layouts, and store all
data in MS-Access 2.0 format for easy portability. Includes
print preview feature and on-line context sensitive Windows
help system.
Product: RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys.
Menu based biblio/reference system. See full description on
page 246.
Product: Video Librarian
Video library cataloging program. See full description on
page 627.
5.3 Mailing list systems
See also: Database applications, Flat-file database managers;
Utilities, Printer utilities, Envelope addressers.
Product: APT Mailing Assistant
Print envelopes/labels/bulk mail with POSTNET. See full
description on page 96.
Product: buttonFile
Easy Windows personal filer, predefined cards. See full
description on page 279.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
7k TSR database/dialer. See full description on page 159.

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Product: FILE EXPRESS


Powerful, easy DBMS with relational features. See full
description on page 281.
Product: FundRaiser Basic
Donor management software for nonprofits. See full description
on page 363.
Product: GRAB Plus(r)
Envelope addressor & database. See full description on
page 97.
Product: LABEL MASTER
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Version: 5.1c (11-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; lifetime return policy; royalty-free runtime
license; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks
of other shareware; discounts on other products. 12-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: LM51C.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-534-7812 to download it at
no charge); LM51C.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
9 (or contact userID 72357,2034 for assistance).
SWREG#: 366
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete mailing list management program which received PC
Magazine's editors choice award. Includes barcoding and ZIPPLUS-4 conversion. Maintains an unlimited number of names and
addresses, automatically maintains name, zip code, and company
name sorting, prints labels of any size, supports all dot
matrix and laserjet printers, includes a form letter utility, a
superb report writer, duplicate checking, search and replace on
any field, and much more.
Product: Little Lists
[***]
Easy-to-use database system. See full description on page 282.
Product: NAMEBASE
Name/address/notes database w/mouse support. See full
description on page 355.
Product: OMS (Organizational Mgmt System
Management system for non-profit orgs. See full description on
page 370.

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Product: Plain Vanilla Labels


Author: Rosewood Software, 416-284-6119
Version: 3.15 (01-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
limited return policy; runtime license; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: PVL316.ZIP on BBSs; PV316.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 70461,2507 for
assistance).
Download size: 93k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy-to-use label program which uses standard 31/2" by 15/16"
tractor feed labels. Labels can be stored in up to 10 files, or
a label can be printed without saving the data. Each label file
can have its own set of macros to make data entry easier. Data
can be indexed at any point in each label. Remarks can be
"hidden" in any part of the label so that they can be seen by
the user but not printed on the label. Has a sophisticated
search function.
Product: PostCardMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 4.20 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor. IBM Graphics printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
99 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: PCM420.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); PCMSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 80
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to help uUsers compose post cards and maintain
addresses. The address feature has entries for name,
salutation, code, 3 line address and a line for zipcode,
telephone number, and a remarks line. Printouts include
listings of the addresses, address labels, 3X5 cards, 8 types/
sizes of post cards or Rolodex cards and response cards that
pre-print a response from the addressee to mail to the
originator. Post cards cost 1/3 less than a letter and in some
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Product: PrintEnvelope
Complete mail addressing system for Windows. See full
description on page 98.
Product: Public Address
Author: Paradise Programming, 206-866-3781
Version: 3.1 (10-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson
printer.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on upgrades. 3 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: PA310.ZIP on BBSs; PUBADD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70322,231 for
assistance).
Download size: 154k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full featured address manager. Prints pre-defined labels and
enevlopes for dot-matrix or laser printers. Searches on most
feilds. Unlimited records, and groups. Supports international
addresses and character set. Dynamic menus allow you to change
the menus to your native language. No more waisted laser labels
because you can start printing from anywhere on a sheet.
Supports up to six return address for envelopes.
Product: Simply Labels
Free form label program with many features. See full
description on page 89.
Product: UnderBar
Automatic printing of POSTNET bar codes. See full description
on page 99.
Product: WinGRAB for Windows
Windows phone contact mgr & envelope printing. See full
description on page 100.
Product: WonderBar
TSR to print POSTNET bar code for mailing. See full
description on page 101.
Product: ZIPKEY
TSR Zip Code & area code keyboard enhancement. See full
description on page 306.

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5.4 Freeform/text database managers


Product: BusinessCards for Windows
Free form database for Windows. See full description on
page 166.
Product: dtSearch for DOS
Author: DT Software, Inc., 703-521-9427
Version: 2.0 (04-14-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support. 2-month return policy.
Look for: DTS*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); DTSD.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 72607,3323 for assistance).
Download size: 548k (about 41 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast, powerful, and easy to use text retrieval program for Ami
Pro, WordPerfect, WordStar, Word, MS Works, Multimate, RTF, and
Ascii documents. Performs indexed, unindexed and combination
searches (up to 15,000 documents per index); wildcard, boolean,
phrase, proximity, and segment searches; displays retrieved
files in multiple, overlapping windows; network support;
international language support; built-in editor; application
launching; mouse support. Fully compatible with Windows
version.
Product: dtSearch for Windows
Author: DT Software, Inc., 703-521-9427
Version: 2.0 (04-14-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support. 2-month return policy.
Look for: DTS*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); DTSW.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 72607,3323 for assistance).
Download size: 512k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fast, powerful, and easy to use text retrieval program for Ami
Pro, WordPerfect, WordStar, Word, MS Works, Multimate, RTF, and
Ascii documents. Performs indexed, unindexed and combination
searches (up to 15,000 documents per index); wildcard, boolean,
phrase, proximity, and segment searches; displays retrieved

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files in multiple, overlapping windows; network support;


international language support; application launching; mouse
support. Fully compatible with DOS version.
Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!
Author: Elk Creek Software
Version: 1.1 (02-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Modem.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of CompuServe, mail support; disks of other shareware.
Look for: HOLD11.ZIP on BBSs; HOLD11.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70640,1614 for
assistance).
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An extremely easy to use program which keeps track of any kind
of data! No database setup required - just start entering your
data. A great multi-purpose database program with a slick
interface. A mouse is fully supported. Records are quickly
located by typing the first few letters of an item's name, or
by picking from a list. Holds multiple categories of data.
You'll think of new uses for it all the time, e.g. notes, time
tracking, hobby collections, log book, address book, inventory,
etc.
Product: Plain Vanilla Labels
Simple but complete label printer. See full description on
page 284.

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Product: RACONTEX
Author: Guy Software
Version: 3.23 (11-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. VBRUN300.DLL (if used under
Windows).
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $99.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: RACONTEX.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
604-736-3453 to download it at no charge); RACONT.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
71750,1036 for assistance).
SWREG#: 92
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Competition for FolioViews, AskSam, Zyindex and the STAIRS
mainframe product. This indexing text search and retrieval
system is useful for legal transcript, statutes (laws),
manuals, etc. Ideal to produce on-line manuals for software.
Includes word proximity search features. Because it pages in
its indexes and files, Racontex works well over a local area
network since it does not have to read the whole file to do a
search. Includes a windows front end for DOSophobes!
Product: Recon
Full management of CompuServe message files. See full
description on page 424.
5.5 Database utilities
Product: Bigsort
Author: MeadowBrook Industries, Ltd.
Version: 1.02 (10-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited mail support; 3-month
limited return policy.
Look for: BSORT102.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 32k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, general purpose sorting utility for massive amounts of
data. Handles various record formats, including fixed length,
variable length, dBASE, and comma delimited records. The
sorting keys can be customized to contain up to 8 fields, each
with independent length, byte ordering, and case sensitivity
fields. Up to 8 input files can be used with a single output

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file. Files can be up to 2GB, and each record can be up to


64KB. Compare this to DOS sort!
Product: DATA MASTER
Database management program. See full description on page 280.
Product: EMERI
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-767-3106
Version: 1.3 (05-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 128k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $16.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products.
Look for: EMERI13.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-767-3931 to download it
at no charge); EMERI1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:RISS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72662,463 for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The CardFile program that comes free with Microsoft Windows is
a truly handy little "Applet" for managing phone numbers and
addresses, etc. Unfortunately, for those of us who bounce in
and out of Windows, Murphy's Law dictates that we'll be staring
at a DOS prompt when we need quick access to our Cardfiles!
This DOS-based program browses Windows Cardfiles. Optimized
for quick, easy "hits" on the card you're looking for. Offers
partially qualified searches, and more!
Product: Little Lists
[***]
Easy-to-use database system. See full description on page 282.
Product: PCFDial
Powerful 7k TSR voice/fax screen autodialer. See full
description on page 156.
Product: PopDBF
4k TSR for "instant access to X-Base files" See full
description on page 294.
Product: q&dBase for Windows
Database creation and maintenance program. See full
description on page 282.
Product: Recap
Fix capitalization in dBase-compatible files. See full
description on page 294.

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Product: SC-Scripter
SQL server (MS/Sybase) DB script generator. See full
description on page 303.
Product: SuperDIR
DIR util, incl/excl masks, DB output, src av. See full
description on page 33.

[***]

Product: ZIPKEY
TSR Zip Code & area code keyboard enhancement. See full
description on page 306.
5.5.1 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File sorting & conversion.
Product: Extract It
Report Data Extractor. See full description on page 60.
Product: WinBrowse
Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 1.6a (04-17-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $22.50 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WINBRS16.ZIP on BBSs; WINBRS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINAPD forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4307
PsL#: 11861
Download size: 1140k (about 85 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multiple PC database utility which allows browsing, editing,
and reporting of data using any of several different popular PC
database formats. dBase III+, dBase IV, FoxPro 2.0, 2.5, 2.6,
Paradox 3.x, 4.x, and Access 2.0 formats supported. Even lets
you transfer data from one format to another! Create sorts and
filters on any or all fields using any supported format.
5.6 Software tools & add-ins
See also: Computer programming, Languages; Computer
programming, Software tools & add-ins.

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5.6.1 For multiple programs


Product: 4Print/4Book DOS
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 106.
Product: 4Print/4Book Windows
4Print/4Book DOS + 4PrinW Windows interface. See full
description on page 106.
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
The real batch language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 125.
Product: PopDBF
Author: Lighthouse Software, Inc., 309-673-9886
Version: 4.05 (07-29-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 4k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 2-month limited return policy.
Look for: POPDBF??.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it
at no charge); POPDBF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76665,736 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 4K TSR that provides "Instant Access to X-Base Files". Here
are just a few of its features:
* Easily select ANY database, any drive
* Append, browse, delete, and edit records
* Delete, pack and zap databases
* Lightning fast search of entire record or selected
field(s)
* View structure
* Print structure or records (browse or edit format) to a
printer or file
* View index expressions (.IDX, .NDX, .NTX)
* Network Compatible
* Context sensitive help
Product: QUIK-INSTALL
7k application install program! Many features. See full
description on page 488.

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Product: Recap
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 5.1 (08-14-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive. dBase-compatible data file.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: RECAP51.ZIP on BBSs; RECAP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 145k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
It can be very frustrating to find that some of your database
records have been entered in all caps when you didn't want them
that way, or that some have not been entered in all caps when
you did want them that way! Goes through any dBase-III
compatible database file and make the desired adjustments. Can
save you from hours of re-entering data.
Product: Simstat
Complete statistics and simulation program. See full
description on page 448.
Product: ToolDriver
Developer tools to organize files and names. See full
description on page 493.
Product: UnderBar
Automatic printing of POSTNET bar codes. See full description
on page 99.
Product: WinBrowse
Multiple PC database utility program. See full description on
page 291.
Product: WonderBar
TSR to print POSTNET bar code for mailing. See full
description on page 101.
5.6.2 For dBASE
Product: DATABASE BROWSER
Browser with editing, query, sorting and more. See full
description on page 276.

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Product: DBKIT
[***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 2.5 (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 521k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: DB**.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a wide range of maintenance, development, monitoring,
and management tasks without an interpreter. Command line
orientation. Includes teleshare gather remote & local file
management & remote support.
Product: dVERSION
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 2.0 (09-05-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $55.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DVER.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 67k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Conditionally translates xBASE code. Lets the programmer have
many versions of an application in one set of source code.

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Product: Workbase
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.3 (05-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk. Some knowledge of Xbase
commands and functions.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: WORK43.ZIP on BBSs; WORK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10251
Download size: 235k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1990 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
Xbase developers: this is an interactive environment for over
200 Xbase commands and functions, including some that may be
new to you. Create, append, edit, browse, restore from and save
to MEM files, display memory, display structure, modify
structure - many other commands for development,
troubleshooting and support. Includes rudimentary PRG
interpreter. If your applications use dBase-compatible files,
you'll love this handy utility. Unlike other "dot prompt"
programs, this one works!
5.6.2.1 dBASE III specific
Product: dPerfect Merge
Converts xBase to WordPerfect secondary file. See full
description on page 60.
Product: RexxBase
The dBase Database For Rexx. See full description on page 455.

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5.6.3 For FoxPro/FoxBASE+


Product: Data Wire Four
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 1.4.1 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DW4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 17k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Foxpro procedure designed to allow an application to verify
databases quickly and easily. In essense, the programmer
executes DW4, generating a data dictionary program. It has a
'picture' of all databases in the current directory. When
executed, it verifies that all specified databases exist and
have the correct field layouts. Structural indices are also
verified. The generated program can execute alone or within a
Foxpro application.
Product: DATABASE BROWSER
Browser with editing, query, sorting and more. See full
description on page 276.
Product: DBKIT
[***]
Xbase programming & maintenance. See full description on
page 293.

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Product: dMAIL4
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 4.0.1 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DMAIL4.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 434k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Foxpro application designed to record and track a simple
mailing list database. Among its features is the ability to
run in a network environment. Can access customer records by a
variety of indices. Records can be imported and exported to a
variety of file formats.
Product: dPerfect Merge
Converts xBase to WordPerfect secondary file. See full
description on page 60.
Product: Hard Wire Four
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 2.8.1 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HW4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 77k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of procedures to give the programmer a means to create an
application quickly and easily. In essense, the programmer
creates a data dictionary. This database defines all
parameters to create and maintain the files with an
application. An edit procedure, often called the 'little black
box', then can be used to perform the actual file maintenance.

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Product: SAC DATABASE


Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 2.7.2 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; bonus graphics; discounts on other
products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SAC.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASTROFORUM forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222
for assistance).
Download size: 865k (about 64 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Foxpro application designed to record and track the Saguaro
Astronomy Club database. This database includes deep-sky and
double star objects. Among its features is its ability to
access records by a variety of indices (including notes). It
will also let you keep user logs on various objects.
Product: Shell
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 1.2.3 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SHL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 372k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Foxpro application that will allow the user to launch
selected and password protected Foxpro applications. Passwords
can be maintained by user or application.

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Product: Sub-contracor Billing


Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 2.2.1 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; JOB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 429k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Foxpro application designed to record and track subcontractor billing. Among its features is the ability to run
in a multi-user enviroment. It can access invoices by either
invoice number or client code. It can also record a single
check payment of multiple invoices.
Product: Version Control & Maintenance
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd., 616-281-3333
Version: 2.8.1 (07-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Foxpro Runtime Unit.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
royalty-free source code; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VCM.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:FOXUSE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73304,1222 for
assistance).
Download size: 473k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets either the client or the programmer maintain their
database of source code. As the client, it lets you obtain the
latest source code. As a programmer, it lets you maintain
another programmer's database of code. At the same time, other
programmers can keep up with your modifications. All without
the need to 'check-out' program files.
5.6.4 For Paradox
Product: DATABASE BROWSER
Browser with editing, query, sorting and more. See full
description on page 276.

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Product: Report Utility for Paradox/DOS


Author: The C Group, Inc., 718-251-1891
Version: 2.04 (02-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 2048k RAM. Paradox for DOS
version 3.5-4.5.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month limited return policy. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: RPTUTL.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-241-0225 to download it at
no charge); RPTUTL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PDOXDOS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 76670,2602 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2004
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you move, copy and sumamrize fields and calculated fields
on a Paradox Report. This is a definite must for any users of
Paradox/Dos. It gives you the functionality Borland left out.
Considerably less expensive than other programs of its type.
5.6.5 For Clipper
Product: Builder
Author: Aeolus Software, 612-730-4135
Version: 2.2 (10-27-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $59.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; royaltyfree source code; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
PsL#: 11233
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Clipper(tm) program source code generator. Create colorful
windowing text applications quickly and easily. Select from
several menu styles and window appearances. Automatic file
maintenance for primary and relation tables. Select from many
canned VALIDs. Memo field support. TBrowse and drop down
lists new to this version. Creates mouseable applications.
Report code generator also included. All your Clipper
programming needs in one package!

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Product: DBKIT
[***]
Xbase programming & maintenance. See full description on
page 293.
Product: dPerfect Merge
Converts xBase to WordPerfect secondary file. See full
description on page 60.
Product: Workbase
[***]
Dot-prompt utility for DBMS programmers. See full description
on page 294.
5.6.6 For other
Product: Btr Watch
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 1.0 (09-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. BTRIEVE.EXE or BREQUEST.EXE
and a Btrieve application.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Latest version of Btr Watch / One year of
support / Bonus disk of other software to evaluate / $7 off
subscription to Shareware Magazine.
Look for: PROG. CORNER on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); BWCH10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NOVA forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 74777,3004 for assistance).
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This memory resident Btrieve debugger traces the interaction
between your application and Btrieve files. Monitors calls to
Btrieve and makes an entry into a log file every time a Btrieve
file is accessed. The time, date, file name, operation,
duration, and result of each access is recorded. Networkcompatible and can trace file accesses from multiple
workstations. Catches files that have been opened multiple
times without closing them.
Product: RI-VB Database Toolkit v1.1
Utility to develop VB and Access apps. See full description on
page 491.

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Product: SC-Scripter
Author: SplitCycle Computing, 904-292-4770
Version: 1.0 (08-27-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 200k RAM; Network (LAN).
NetLib for SQL Server from Microsoft/Sybase.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SCSCRP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:SYBASE forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 73501,1261
for assistance).
SWREG#: 3341
Download size: 91k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast and easy SQL server management assistant that can
increase developer and database administrator productivity. It
will generate Transact-SQL scripts for entire databases or
individual objects. Its command line interface allows database
definitions to be generated as part of your complete backup
procedures. Can be a valuable tool in moving, restoring and
examining databases.
5.7 Other
Product: TRAINING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: Oscar Wenholm, 605-532-3479
Version: 1.2 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; site
license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TMS12.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:MILITARY forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71533,344
for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Designed for use by Army supervisors to track training. The
trainer enters go/no go data and dates and the program provides
reports that document training and assist in planning training.
It supports the Army Training Management System. Reports
produced include the Field Expedient Squad Book (DA Form
5165-R). The Individual Soldier Report is a valuable aid in
performance counseling. The Training Evaluation Report shows
total stats for the group.

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Chapter 6
Data
6.1 Words
Product: Curses!
[***]
Creative insult generator. See full description on page 681.
6.1.1 Names
Product: HangWin
Hangman word game with sound. See full description on
page 705.
6.2 Mapping data
See also: Engineering, Surveying & cartography; Graphics,
Business applications, Mapping/cartography.
Product: MAPIT
Detailed world mapping with GPS data import. See full
description on page 573.
Product: PMFLCOMP
ASCII/hex/checksum file compare for OS/2. See full description
on page 56.
Product: VERSAMAP
Draws outline maps on 13 map projections. See full description
on page 574.
6.3 Corporate data
Product: I&M USA
Mfr. directory for process controls. See full description on
page 414.
6.4 Marketing data
Product: CD-ROM Guide
Directory of DOS & Windows CD-ROM Titles. See full description
on page 585.
Product: RagTime for Windows
Event & recreation planner for women (& guys). See full
description on page 151.

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6.4.1 Shareware specific


See also: About shareware, Assn. Shareware Professionals.
Product: MDS OBRA ASSESSMENT TOOL
Computerized MDS assessment database. See full description on
page 172.
6.5 World facts
Product: On This Day
"What happened on this day in history?" See full description
on page 539.
Product: On This Day for Windows
"What happened on this day in history?" See full description
on page 540.
Product: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide
Mini-encyclopedia of mystical information. See full
description on page 600.

[***]

6.6 Zip codes


Product: ZIPKEY
Author: Eric Isaacson Software, 812-339-1811
Version: 2.04e (05-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 22k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus data.
Look for: ZK*.ZIP on BBSs (call 812-855-7252 to download it at no
charge); ZIPKEY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ZIPKEY forum LIBrary
14 (or contact userID 71333,3154 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1992 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
1989 winner, Public Brand Software contests for useful
programs.
Description:
A complete city-level database of zip codes and telephone area
codes, combined with a keyboard enhancement program. Will pop
up over your text-mode application, look up a zip code, and
feed the results via keystrokes to your application. May be
configured to generate any sequence of keystrokes you wish.
Incredibly fast and compact. You can literally type a city,
state, zip code, and area code in seven keystrokes.

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Product: Zippidy Do Da(tm)


Author: SMI Corporation, 918-241-2301
Version: 1.01 (12-05-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 3072k RAM; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: ZP100*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 918-747-2542
to download it at no charge); ZP100*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72644,2335 for assistance).
Download size: 1760k (about 131 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program can search by zip code, state, area code, city or
the sound of the city name. Very visual user interface with
context sensitive help. Supports reporting and custom reports
via SQL queries. Even shows the time at the selected city vs.
your local time. Very useful!
Product: ZK-Shell
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 1.0 (04-22-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. ZIPKEY from Eric
Isaacson Software.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 12 months of toll 900# phone, fax,
CompuServe, GEnie, mail support.
Look for: ZKSHELL.ZIP on BBSs; ZKSHEL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OAFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76711,1141 for
assistance); ZKSHELL.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Windows application lets you use the popular ZIPKEY
program in Windows. Look up ZIP codes or City and State and
paste into Windows applications.
6.7 Area codes
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
7k TSR database/dialer. See full description on page 159.

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Product: PCFDial
Powerful 7k TSR voice/fax screen autodialer. See full
description on page 156.
Product: ZIPKEY
TSR Zip Code & area code keyboard enhancement. See full
description on page 304.
Product: Zippidy Do Da(tm)
Zipcode/areacode lookup tool with time info. See full
description on page 304.
Product: ZK-Shell
Run ZIPKEY ZIP Code lookup in Windows. See full description on
page 305.
6.8 Census data
Product: MAPIT
Detailed world mapping with GPS data import. See full
description on page 573.
6.9 Engineering data
See also: Engineering.
6.9.1 For mechanical engineering
Product: Nominal Pipe Size for Windows
Displays data for different sizes of pipe. See full
description on page 417.
Product: Water and Steam Properties
Properties of ice, water and steam. See full description on
page 412.
6.9.2 For other
Product: I&M USA
Mfr. directory for process controls. See full description on
page 414.
Product: INSTINDX
Instr index, prints lists and data sheets. See full
description on page 409.
Product: Nominal Pipe Size for Windows
Displays data for different sizes of pipe. See full
description on page 417.

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Product: Periodic Table


Electronic table of elements with decay data. See full
description on page 546.
Product: Sci & Eng Tool for Lotus 1-2-3
Author: K.I.T.A.L. Software, 972-498-7255
Version: 1.3 (06-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM. Lotus 1-2-3 2.0 or
better.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A programmable sopisticated calculator and solver. Includes:
arithmetic, integration and differentiation of data tables and
functions, curvefit (polynomial up to order 8, powers product,
exponent, multiilinear up to 8), matrix operation, linear sytem
70 unknown, statistics, normal distribution, frequency
distribution, unit conversion, one unknown non linear equation
solver. It is a menu driven Lotus application with Lotus's
style menu bar.
Product: WinDatCon
Windows data conversion program. See full description on
page 145.
6.10 Quotes & anecdotes
See also: Home & hobby, Quotes & anecdotes.
Product: PC-Fortune
Author: JAYAR Systems, 416-751-5678
Version: 2.20 (09-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
royalty-free runtime license; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6).
Look for: PCF220.ZIP on BBSs (call 519-940-0007 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 187k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A "fortune cookie" program that selects and displays a fortune
at random from its data base of over 2,200 fortunes, quotes,
sayings, jokes, etc. A different item is selected each time

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until all have been displayed, then it starts over. You may
also select items by number. Program can run from command line
or from AUTOEXEC.BAT.
6.11 Encyclopedias
Product: DATABASE BROWSER
Browser with editing, query, sorting and more. See full
description on page 276.
6.12 Software tools & add-ins
6.12.1 For multiple programs
Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!
Pascal math function toolkit. See full description on
page 499.
6.13 Other
Product: NOACH
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 2.4 (01-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Mouse recommended.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: NOACH.* on BBSs; NOACH.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Add and modify family-relations: parents, children, consorts.
Space provided for: name, place and date of birth, of death, of
christening, of burial, of marriage, of divorce, occupation,
current address. Max number of persons and matrimonies: 65535.
Children per parent: unlimited. Multiple consorts: possible.
Many features help entering data: copy name, occupation, etc.
from another person, display calendar of any year with easterdate. Quick display of anyone's family-tree.

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Chapter 7
Business
See also: Spreadsheet applications; Database applications,
Mailing list systems; Data; Communications, Call logging &
analysis; Finances; Graphics, Business applications.
7.1 Business finances
See also: Finances, Personal finances.
Product: Amortz - Loan Schedules & More!
Easy loan calculation system. See full description on
page 404.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder
Vehicle operation & maint. logger & reminder. See full
description on page 638.
Product: EXPRESSCALC
Powerful, easy-to-use. Great for home, office. See full
description on page 271.
Product: Financial Analysis For Windows
Analyze large variety of financial instrument. See full
description on page 393.
Product: Financial Freedom
Complete finance management for Windows. See full description
on page 396.
Product: Financial Freedom GOLD
Our high-end money management for Windows. See full
description on page 396.
Product: Inventory Interface
Full featured inventory, MRP and POS package. See full
description on page 339.

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Product: PCLoan5
Author: Bottom Line Software, Inc., 214-394-4087
Version: 5.09 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $79.97 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A professional loan/mortgage/lease amortization system.
Supports all common methods of simple interest calculation
including daily interest, periodic interest, variable rates,
and negative amortization.
All schedules are stored on disk and may be edited,
recalculated, viewed, or printed, repeatedly. Any loan term may
be changed at any time (even between payments). Non-scheduled
payments may be added and scheduled payments may be deleted.
Calculator provides REG-Z APR, including points.
Product: WinCharging
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 1.0 (04-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: WINCRG10.ZIP on BBSs; WINCRG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPCD forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70761,2175 for
assistance).
PsL#: 11734
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
With credit card issuers offering cash back, sizeable rebates
on new cars, and more, it pays to use your credit cards. This
helps you make the most of the deals that appeal to you, and it
helps you use your credit cards wisely. It comes with an
introductory help file that walks you through the setup so it's
virtually painless. It makes managing your accounts easy and
ensures that your cards work for you by monitoring credit
limits and spending caps. It does reports and much more.

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Product: WinCheck
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc., 206-938-1740
Version: 3.0P (02-01-92)
Needs: Unknown. 100k RAM.
Registration fee: $69.99 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WC-30P.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-935-5198 to download it at
no charge); WC-30P.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WILSON forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76702,1072 for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Full featured personal finance manager for the home and small
business. Desinged to manage any number of checking, savings
and credit card accounts. Features include a check form
designer, to build check templates for printing on virtually
any pre-pointed check form. The Custom Report Maker allows
viewing and printing a variety of supplied reports and create
custom reports tailored to needs.
7.1.1 Business accounting
Product: Bottom Line Accounting
Author: WindSoft International, Inc., 407-240-2300
Version: 2.5E (02-04-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 4.0 or better. 2048k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $499.95 (add $7.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $11.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$33.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BLA-?.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 75300,562 for assistance).
Download size: 5120k (about 380 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy to learn/use. No month-end closings required. Allows pre
and post-dated transactions. Unlimited transactions. On-thefly transactions/check writing. Allows errors to be easily
corrected. Context sensitive help screens. Complete reports &
graphs. Supports W-2's & 1099's. Paradox file structure.
Import/export/merge data files. Built-in backup. Drop-to-DOS
feature. Quick installation & setup.

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Product: Business Clock Link


Time clock w/ job reporting, E-mail, network. See full
description on page 345.
Product: Cash Control
A personal finance and business checkbook. See full
description on page 399.
Product: CS/AMORT
Author: Computer Solutions, Inc.
Version: 2.10 (10-08-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can
run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy
disk drive.
Registration fee: $24.50 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CSAM21.ZIP on BBSs; CSAM21.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 75047,3521 for
assistance).
Download size: 122k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Specifically designed to produce loan amortization schedules
for mortgage loans, as well as many types of commercial loans
(auto, personal, etc.). Contains many special features required
to produce proper amort schedules for various mortgage loans,
such as Fixed rate mortgages, graduated payment mortgages,
adjustable rate mortgages, bi-weekly mortgages and a number of
others. Loan amortization calculations are based on the rules
published by FHA in the Federal Register.
Product: DAYO ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (AP)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOVE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOVE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The 'final chapter' to the processing and maintenance of all
your Payables. Its key mission is to process/post your purchase
orders, however, many other routines have been provided, ie:
expense maintenance, 1099 MISC forms, purchase clearing, vendor
maintenance, hand/manual checks, batch checks, recurring
checks, unlimited bank accounts, unlimited check printing
formats and many reports.
Product: DAYO ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (AR)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOAE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOAE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The 'final chapter' to the processing and maintenance of all
your receivables. Includes routines to handle cash receipts,
customers, invoice types, terms, taxcodes, sales persons, and
more. Many reports are included (ie: Ageing, Customer, Sales...
). There is a routine to print Statements (ie: SMART, 90, 60,
30 days), and another one to create and print 'non' standard
invoices (not applicable to DAYO POS). HP laser forms are
provided as an option for statements and invoices.

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Product: DAYO GENERAL LEDGER (GL)


Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.60+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOGE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOGE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a means to manage and report company finances. Totally
integrated with the other DAYO packages. Features include
computer generated posting, multiuser, double entry, export
data, 30+ reports, budget management and unlimited accounts.
Product: DAYO TIME & BILLING
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.50+ (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOTE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOTE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Comprises a system of creating invoices for services and/or
products. It has support for an inventory, receivables,
projects and customers/clients. Other features include:
multiuser, unlimited records, project notes, customer notes,
30+ reports, onscreen viewing of reports, databases are dBase
(tm) compatible, laser formats for invoices and statements, 2
styles of statements/bills, printer setup & drivers and cash
drawers drivers.

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Product: EXPRESSCHECK
Menu driven checkbook manager. See full description on
page 400.
Product: Fixed Asset Pro
[***]
Author: HammerSoft, Inc., 419-986-6007
Version: 2.1 (07-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 480k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $79.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 2-month return policy; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FAPRO.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71540,3266 for assistance).
Download size: 475k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A comprehensive fixed asset depreciation system. Using pull
down menus the program calculates depreciation on multiple
bases, applies tax limits, performs projections and
comparisons, and prints reports to screen, printer or file.
Provides 38 U.S. tax law depreciation methods with online help.
Mouse support. Manual includes a tutorial.
Product: Judy's TenKey
Powerful, flexible Windows calculator. See full description on
page 148.
Product: LABELS-PLUS Labeling System
Bar code label print system. See full description on page 94.
Product: The Lawyer's DeskTop
Integrated legal management system. See full description on
page 361.
Product: Loan Master
Author: Bottom Line Software, Inc., 214-394-4087
Version: 1.52.14 (10-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $495.00 (Canadian dollars) (add $3.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $10.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 2 months of phone, fax,
BBS, newsletter, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A complete loan accounting and tracking system that maintains
and reports interest and late charges due. Prints trial
balances, past due, payments received, and loan transaction
statements. Prints past due and billing notices. Prints year
end statements. Maintains an optional escrow balance. Has
options to compute daily interest accruals or to track an
amortization schedule.
Product: OMS (Organizational Mgmt System
Management system for non-profit orgs. See full description on
page 370.
Product: Paper Route Ledger
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 1.40 (04-25-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Hercules monitor; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: PRL140.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); PRL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2446
Download size: 312k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Computerize and automate your paper route bookkeeping with this
unique program. Keeps track of customers, addresses, delivery
route order, route listing, collections, billings, tips, etc.
Print reports on your customer list, collections, route
listing, etc. Will handle multiple Delivery types (i.e. weekly,
weekdays only, weekends only, etc). Handles direct pay and
customers who pay through the newspaper offices.

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Product: PC-AP
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 1.8 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, mail support; 2-month return policy;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 299k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple accounts payable program integrated with PC-GL.
Allows you to quickly enter vendors, enter invoices, choose
invoice for payment and print checks. Reports include check
listing, invoice listing, vendor listing, vendor activity
report and mailing labels. Allows up to 2000 vendors and 2000
invoices/checks per month. Invoices and checks may be sorted
by any field. Maintains check book balance and posts checks to
PC-GL each month. Can read payroll checks from our PC-PR.
Product: PC-AR
Accounts receivable. See full description on page 329.
Product: PC-FOOD II FOOD COSTING
Professional food costing. See full description on page 359.
Product: PC-GL
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 3.8 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, mail support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 299k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple general ledger program. It includes an easily
modified standard chart of accounts. The program prints an
income statement with current, year to date and prior year
percents and a three column balance sheet. Other reports
include a general ledger for current and year to date and a
number of different transaction listings. Each entry is
instantly verified. Allows up to 800 items in the chart of
accounts and up to 8000 transactions per month.

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Product: PC-PR
Payroll writing. See full description on page 333.
Product: PCINV
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 1.3 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, mail support; 2-month return policy;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 299k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple invoice writing program integrated with the PCAR program. Enter up to 50 lines of 42 character invoice
detail. Calculates sales tax on taxable items. Allows
multiple line descriptions which can include costs times
amount. Prints on 7" or 11" preprinted forms or plain paper.
Prints invoices as you enter them and does not allow for batch
printing or editing previous invoices. Invoices are immediately
posted to PC-AR. Handles multiple tax rates.
Product: Personal Finances 2
Full function personal/small business finance. See full
description on page 395.
Product: QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
An accounting system for property managers. See full
description on page 366.

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Product: Rosewood Journal


Author: Rosewood Software, 416-284-6119
Version: 5.02 (09-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $38.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: ROSEJ502.ZIP on BBSs; RJ502.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70461,2507 for
assistance).
Download size: 146k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An invoice journal and complete accounts receivable package
written specifically for small to medium size businesses.
Allows easy entry of invoice data because of its intuitive
input and automatic account search. It will generate monthly
and yearly reports and aged accounts receivable lists and
statements ready for window envelopes. Up to 2 levels of sales
tax. A label maker is built in. There are many other features
designed to make sales accounting easy.
Product: Time is Money
A time and fixed price billing system. See full description on
page 330.
Product: WInvoices
Invoicing program and much more! See full description on
page 330.
Product: XPENS
Author: Richard A. Williams, 815-455-6333
Version: 1.3 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. HP LaserJet printer; Epson
printer.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XPENS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72317,2073 for
assistance); XPENS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID R.WILLIAMS5 for assistance).
PsL#: 10475
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to provide employers and employees with a quick, easy
to use expense account screen/report that will eliminate the
necessity of keeping a supply of expense report forms and doing
all the arithmetic involved in preparing the report. Because

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reports are stored on disk, the employee copy of the report


becomes unnecessary.
7.1.1.1 Accounts receivable
Product: CashMaster
Produces bid, invoice, statements; tracks A/R. See full
description on page 326.
7.1.2 Point-of-sale systems
Product: Bottom Line Accounting
Small business accounting software. See full description on
page 311.
Product: DAYO LITTLE POS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.62+ (03-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer. Dayo pos.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus
data; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: DAYOPS.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOPS.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76711,1173 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A modified version of DAYO POS create to reduce memory
requirement. Useful on LANs and/or networks where memory is
usually at a premium.
Product: DAYO ORDER ENTRY
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.60+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer. Dayo pos.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOZE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOZE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates sales orders based on the DAYO Inventory, Customer, and
other DAYO databases. Orders can be printed on a standard
printer or a Hewlett Packard(tm) Laserjet compatible printer.
The order can be printed on a pre-printed form, on the Laser
printer in a special laser format, or as a standard/default
form.
Product: DAYO POS (POINT OF SALE)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOPE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOPE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A billing and invoicing application for any size business. It
is the DAYO module that permits you to invoice out your
products while keeping an accurate record of all your 'sales'.
Features include: multiuser (ie: Novell), registers, quote
interface, templates, back orders, cash drawers, packing/
shipping lists, labels, sales graphs, special pricing, tax
codes, terms codes, credit limits, passwords, MRP interface,
multiple prices, and many reports.
Product: DAYO PRICE BOOK
DAYO special pricing, price books & lists. See full
description on page 374.

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Product: DAYO QUOTES


Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOQE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOQE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates sales order quotes based on the DAYO Inventory,
Customer, and other DAYO databases. Quotes can be printed on a
standard printer or a Hewlett Packard Laserjet compatible
printer. The quote can be printed on a pre-printed form, on the
laser printer in a special laser format, or as a standard/
default form. Totally integrated with the DAYO POS and/or
billing & invoicing modules. Templates (kits or bundles), are
supported.
Product: DAYO RENTAL POS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer. Dayo pos.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOPR.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOPR.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76711,1173 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A billing and invoicing application for any business that rents
items, equipment, or services, ie: videos, tapes, furniture,
tools, appliances, etc. Requires the regular DAYO POS module
for its reports and configuration settings. It is by default a
multiuser system, allowing almost unlimited numbers of users to

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have the ability to simultaneously invoice using this one


program on a PC based LAN/network.
Product: DAYO SIMPLE POS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer. Dayo pos.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus
data; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: DAYOP1.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOP1.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76711,1173 for assistance).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A a modified version of DAYO POS that was created to exclude
the option of selecting a customer. This program is used on
cash accounts only. Useful in grocery store type environments
(where no customer name is required).
Product: PCINV
Invoice writing. See full description on page 318.
Product: Sales & Samples
Order & invoicing for home cosmetics sales. See full
description on page 369.

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Product: Track-It
Author: Millennium Software, 510-828-5892
Version: 3.07 (12-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 425k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $149.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; LAN license;
discounts on upgrades; registration commissions. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TRKIT307.ZIP on BBSs (call 510-828-4153 to download it
at no charge); TRACKI.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72560,2466 for assistance).
Download size: 343k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Includes a wide variety of inventory functions as well as
invoicing, order entry, and purchase orders. Tracks both
serialized and non-serialized stock. Includes 35+ reports,
mouse support, on-line help, and a full manual. The number of
stock codes is limited only by disk space. Network and multiuser compatible.
7.1.3 Billing/invoice systems
Product: CashMaster
Author: Contractor Information Systems, Inc., 908-288-1502
Version: 1.51 (03-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 450k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Epson printer.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CIM151.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID
76506,1606 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4956
PsL#: 11903
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A bid and invoice generator for anyone requiring a large amount
of text (up to 20 lines per bid/invoice) to describe the work
being done ('scope of work'). It allows for unlimited line
items per bid/invoice with each line item having up to three
additional lines of description. Tracks open receivables by

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customer and job. Originally written for sub-contractors who


need to keep track of open invoices to both general contractors
and homeowners. Bookkeeping know-how not needed.
Product: DAYO BACK ORDERS (BO)
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.50+ (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOOE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOOE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The maintenance module for the processing of all your
customers/sales backorders. Working with DAYO POS, it
determines and manages the filling (allocation) of your
customers backorders. It does this through an allocation
process that determines what backordered items are 'fillable'
because of receipts into the inventory. Creates the same type
invoices as DAYO POS.
Product: DAYO BILLING & INVOICING
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOBI.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOBI.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 345k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Permits you to invoice your products while keeping an accurate
record of all your 'sales'. Features include: Multiuser (ie:
Novell), registers, quote interface, templates, back orders,
cash drawers, packing/shipping lists, labels, sales graphs,
special pricing, tax codes, terms codes, credit limits,
passwords, MRP interface, multiple prices, and many reports.
Very similar to DAYO POS, and uses the same manual.
Product: DAYO SALES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Manage schedules; create quotes & price books. See full
description on page 354.
Product: Financial Freedom Billing Mgr.
Author: M & R Technologies, Inc., 407-951-2268
Version: 2.3 (12-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: FFBMGR.ZIP on BBSs; FFBMGR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11.
Download size: 619k (about 46 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features include unlimited customers, three invoice printing
formats, user-selectable report sorting and sub-total options,
creates and prints mailing lists. Maintains purchase
histories, monthly and yearly summaries and many more reporting
options. Designed for any type of business activity. Will
streamline your billing and collection activities!
Product: Flexitime/Time Logging
Integrated time logging, recording, billing. See full
description on page 346.

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Product: J.T.S. TIME SHEETS


Author: Easy Software, 01625-614669
Version: 1 (09-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 3 months of
phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3533
PsL#: 11594
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates client bills based on the time spent on the clients
accounts by the firms employees. Each employee can have a
separate charge out rate per hour. In addition to timed entries
the time sheets accept fixed price items and pre payments by
clients. The system also keeps an up to date "Work in Hand"
figure for accounting purposes.
Product: The Lawyer's DeskTop
Integrated legal management system. See full description on
page 361.
Product: PC-AR
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 4.3 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, mail support; 2-month return policy;
discounts on other products.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 299k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, simple accounts receivable and sales summary program to
get the bills out. Contains many powerful features such as
auto billing, late charges, aging and alpha account numbers.
Reports include plain paper or pre printed statements, accounts
receivable ledger, charges and payments listing, sales summary
(with or without detail), customer activity report, mailing
labels and aging report. Inactive customers may be omitted
from most reports. Up to 8000 customers and invoices per
month.
Product: Qanalyst
Phone bill analyzer for people who use Qmodem. See full
description on page 441.

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Product: Rosewood Journal


Invoice journal and accounts receivable. See full description
on page 318.
Product: Sales & Samples
Order & invoicing for home cosmetics sales. See full
description on page 369.
Product: Time is Money
Author: Custom Data Solutions, 407-767-9278
Version: 2.3 (12-07-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 450k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; source
code; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: TIM23.ZIP on BBSs; TIM23.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:CONSULT forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 76702,1355 for
assistance).
Download size: 195k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A time and fixed price billing system that completely automates
your billing and receivables. It supports time billing in any
increment, and also the sale of equipment or fixed price
contracts. Facilitates the time recording and billing process
for anyone that bills by time and project. Maintains records,
automatically generates invoices, and keeps a history of the
payment of those invoices. Simple to operate, yet versatile.
Product: Tolman Dental Program
Dental office managment program. See full description on
page 363.

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Product: WInvoices
Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 1.0d (05-31-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Epson printer.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: WINV10D.ZIP on BBSs; WINV.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINAPD forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5888
PsL#: 14036
Download size: 1400k (about 104 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An invoicing program which also keeps track of parts,
customers, work orders, and personnel. Comes in two versions;
Standard Edition allows you to create work orders and Invoices,
as well as to choose from several pre-defined reports. Deluxe
Edition includes all of the features of the Standard Edition,
plus it gives you the ability to define your own reports,
enabling you to view your data based on any criteria you care
to enter.
7.1.4 Purchase order systems
Product: DAYO INVENTORY
Inventory control and purchase orders. See full description on
page 336.

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Product: Office Supplies Tracker


Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 1.42 (03-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Hercules monitor; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: OST142.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); OST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2445
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete office supplies tracking system. Maintain inventory
listings and quantities, stock locations, generate purchase
orders and purchase requisitions, and maintain vendor listings.
Automatically adjusts in-stock levels when orders are recieved
and posted. Automatic notification when in-stock levels drop
below specified quantities. Includes pop-up calculator and
appointment calendar. Context-sensitive online help.
Product: Track-It
Point of sale with inventory control. See full description on
page 323.
7.1.5 Payroll systems
Product: Bottom Line Accounting
Small business accounting software. See full description on
page 311.
Product: Business Clock Link
Time clock w/ job reporting, E-mail, network. See full
description on page 345.
Product: DAYO PAYROLL
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOYE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOYE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a system for the computation of payroll for businesses
of any size. Features include: Multiuser, unlimited employees,
Weekly, BiWeekly, and/or Monthly payrolls, quarterly, year to
date (YTD), and current summary databases, Automatic payroll
posting & computation, vacation, sick pay/days, check printing,
multiple states, SDI tax, overtime & premium hourly wages, up
to 8 deductions, view reports on screen, medicare and many
reports.
Product: PC-PR
Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware, 707-255-4475
Version: 2.4 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM. Printer with a
condensed-mode font.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, mail support; 2-month return policy; bonus
data; discounts on other products.
Look for: MEDLIN.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-257-2338 to download it at
no charge); MEDLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71520,61 for assistance);
MEDLIN.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 299k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A fast, simple payroll writing program. 1994 federal tax
tables and most state tax tables are included. Employees are
automatically sorted in alphabetical order. Allows up to five
deductions per check for 1200 employees. Reports include
employee listing (can be used as payroll input sheet), federal
liability by paydate, quarterly payroll listing, payroll
ledger, payroll check listing, employee history report and
annual W-2's. Supports tips, cafeteria plans and 401K plans.
Product: TimeCapture
Employee time clock program with file manager. See full
description on page 348.

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Product: ZIPPER Payroll


Author: SOFTCRAFT, 206-728-8427
Version: 1.6 (02-28-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Dot matrix printer.
Registration fee: 62.00US (add 5.00US for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, fax, CompuServe support. 3-month return
policy. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s)
nd
sent out. Tax table updates for the 2 year.
Look for: ZPACK*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); ZPACK*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71221,376 for assistance); ZPACK*.ZIP on GEnie
in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (multiple files).
Download size: 574k (about 43 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Designed from the ground-up for the non-accountant type
business person. Menu driven with auto-config for each state.
Context sensitive help is available at all menu levels.
Includes state and federal tax tables. Optional export to
Quicken(tm). Uses R:Base file format. Unique "Undo" feature
allows easy error correction - even after checks are printed.
Optional password protection with "tattletale" feature. Prints
checks, W-2's, and many reports. Supports all printers.
Product: ZPAY 3
Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc., 813-866-8233
Version: 3.6 (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 375k RAM, hard disk, printer.
Registration fee: $69.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of toll 900# phone, fax, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support.
Look for: ZPAY3*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); ZPAY3*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:OAFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 76711,1141 for assistance); ZPAY3*.ZIP on GEnie
in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
P.MAYER1 for assistance).
Download size: 604k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
The easiest to use and most flexible payroll package for the PC
ever! Pays salaried, hourly, commissioned, 1099 type payments
by any pay period. Prints checks, W2's and a multitude of
reports. Has data exporting so you can manipulate the data
with other applications such as a spreadsheet program. Supports

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laser printers as well as your pin feed printers. Manual has a


"test ride" tutorial to make learning a snap!
7.2 Inventory systems
Product: Around The House
Complete personal/home information manager. See full
description on page 166.
Product: Book Librarian
Book cataloging program. See full description on page 522.
Product: Computer System Manager
Tracks computer system hardware/software. See full description
on page 275.
Product: DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.55+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM. DAYO Inventory.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk; HP LaserJet
printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data; disks
of other shareware; discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYO39.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYO39.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Prints 3 of 9 bar codes with an Epson (tm) or IBM (tm)
compatible dot matrix printer. It is integrated with the DAYO
Inventory and the DAYO Customer databases. Labels are printed
onto standard labels (3.5 by 15/16 inches at 6 lines per inch).
The inventory bar code label consists of an item number, its
bar code, vendor item number, description, unit of issue,
weight, and bin/location. The customer bar code label consists
of a customer number, its bar code, customer's name and
telephone.

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Product: DAYO END OF PERIOD


Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.50+ (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. DAYO Inventory.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOEE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOEE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains routines that are normally run at the end of a
reporting period (ie: month). Permits you to permanently remove
deleted records from the accounts receivable (AR) and accounts
payable (AP) databases, and to erase old report text files.
There is also a routine for performing a physical inventory.
Many reports are included (ie: AR ageing, AP summary, inventory
movement).
Product: DAYO INVENTORY
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.56+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOIE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOIE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multiuser inventory control, purchasing, and vendor
maintenance application. Use it to create and maintain an
inventory of any product. Features include multiuser (ie:
Novell, LANtastic), reports, labels, lists, and a graph. The
ability to upgrade and expand your system is available with the
addition of supporting DAYO products (ie: DAYO POS, DAYO AR,
DAYO AP, etc.).

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Product: DAYO MRP


Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.61+ (03-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOWE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOWE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A routine designed for manufacturers. Builds items (end items)
from item (components) in the inventory database. End items can
later be placed into inventory for later sales. Supports multilevel bill of materials. Features include automatic inventory
posting and creation of inventory adjustment records, databases
are dBASE(tm) compatible, multiuser, and many reports.
Product: DAYO RETURN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.00+ (12-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOFE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOFE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76711,1173 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provide the means to record and track returns of your product.
Integrates to DAYO Inventory and its multiple warehouses to
allow tracking of items being returned (ie: breakages,
warranties, return to vendors). Creates RMA numbers.

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Product: Hardware/Software Info Manager


Author: Alpine Software, 214-964-1897
Version: 1.4 (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $4.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $6.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HSIM.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73770,3273 for
assistance).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An application designed for computer users both at home or in
the small business to keep track of computer equipment and
software. Tracks your assets, help determine if an item is
currently under warranty and plus more. Fully configurable
including screen colors and user defined report generator to
design your own reports with.
Product: HOME/OFFICE INVENTORY
Organize personal and business property data. See full
description on page 377.
Product: Household Register
Home/office inventory program. See full description on
page 590.
Product: ICP
Author: Spirit7 Software, Ltd., 703-943-4635
Version: 11 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $12.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: ICP11.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-949-4464 to download it at
no charge); ICP11.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 73530,3236 for assistance).
Download size: 480k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-featured, general purpose inventory control system with
modules to sell, order, and receive inventory. Features complex
filtering (segmenting) of the data base by using the "and/or"
logical operators. Supports LIFO, FIFO, and weighted average
costing. Supports composite inventory (inventory items
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Can be upgraded to complete point-of-sale system (PICS) at any


time with no loss of data. Optional bar code module.
Product: Inventory Interface
Author: Data Interface, 313-981-3615
Version: 7.25 (04-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: XMS memory.
Registration fee: $165.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; discounts on upgrades.
12-month free upgrading allowed. 2 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: II7*.ZIP on BBSs; II7*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71344,2354 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3133
Download size: 620k (about 46 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An extensive Inventory, POS, and MRP package. Completely
integrated within the package are modules for inventory, bill
of materials, work orders, sales / order processing, AR, AP,
purchase orders, quotes, and request for quotes. Easy to use
table interface includes pick list for key values with online
help. Supports FIFO or LIFO inventory usage. All forms and
reports can be customized by the user. No preprinted forms are
necessary, but are supported.
Product: JRE Home Inventory
Log household items for insurance purposes. See full
description on page 617.
Product: LABELS-PLUS Labeling System
Bar code label print system. See full description on page 94.
Product: Layout
Author: Software Co-op, 317-856-6052
Version: 3.1 (03-25-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. CGA monitor, IBM/Epson FX or
HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, phone/BBS/
mail support.
Look for: LAYOUT.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it at
no charge); LAYOUT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary
5 (or contact userID 76635,1670 for assistance).
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keeps graphics layout of office furniture and equipment by room
and a database objects, each with 6 free-form fields. Multiple
rooms can be grouped together to form units such as
departmental charge areas. Inventory reports and export of data

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to comma-delimited files for transfer to database programs or


spreadsheets. Data entry is via a mini-CAD system. Makes nice
printed room layouts. Solid system without a lot of frills.
Appeals to the office manager with rolled up sleeves.
Product: Office Supplies Tracker
Office supplies ordering/inventory system. See full
description on page 329.
Product: RESTAURANT COST CONTROL
Inventory, purchases & accounts payable. See full description
on page 360.
Product: Snooper
Fast, friendly, powerful system info utility. See full
description on page 133.
Product: Track-It
Point of sale with inventory control. See full description on
page 323.
7.3 Decision analysis tools
Product: Bubble Chart
Author: Informatik Inc., 610.640.0339
Version: 2.0 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BUBBLE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 76534,1166
for assistance).
SWREG#: 6324
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Animated chart that dramatizes the changes of a company's
competitive market position versus its competitors. Companies
are represented by colored sphere that move to reflect the
developing growth rate and market share over a period of time.
Companies that move towards the upper right corner are winners;
companies left in the lower left corner are losers. Import from
spread sheets. Save and print functions. Spot important shifts
in market positions at a glance!

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Product: LAPC - Loan Advisor for the PC


Calculate & compare loan values and payments. See full
description on page 394.
Product: RPMSHARE
RPM/resources and projects manager. See full description on
page 350.
Product: Simstat
Complete statistics and simulation program. See full
description on page 448.
Product: SMALL BUSINESS ADVISOR
Expert tax/legal help for small businesses. See full
description on page 369.
Product: TreePlan for DOS
Author: Decision Support Services, 415-673-6217
Version: 2.1 (08-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TRED21.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71330,3445 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10904
Download size: 161k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Decision tree software for analyzing risky decisions. Shows
sequence of decisions and events over time. Prints tree
diagrams. Solves for optimal strategy. Performs sensitivity
analysis of probability, value, and risk attitude. Includes
exponential utility, automatic EVPI, Bayes revision, and 500
lines of context-sensitive on-screen help. User manual has
complete command reference, step-by-step tutorial, and two
application examples explaining decision tree concepts and
terminology.

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Product: UDECIDE
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.06 (11-10-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; UDCIDE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you make decisions such as which software or hardware to
purchase; ratings surveys; which project to pursue; selecting
colleges, movies, stocks, or wines. You enter a list of
elements to evaluate the contenders, giving each a weight. Then
you enter the options, assigning values to each element. Then
sort to obtain an ordered list of the best options. Or perform
what-if analyses by changing elements or weights.
7.4 Equipment use & maintenance
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder
Vehicle operation & maint. logger & reminder. See full
description on page 638.
Product: Computer System Manager
Tracks computer system hardware/software. See full description
on page 275.
Product: HOME/OFFICE INVENTORY
Organize personal and business property data. See full
description on page 377.
Product: INSTINDX
Instr index, prints lists and data sheets. See full
description on page 409.
Product: System Monitor
Monitor, detect & report problems early. See full description
on page 116.

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Product: Vehicle Costs


Author: Graham Ferguson, +61-3-700-3764
Version: 2.4 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Epson printer.
Registration fee: $US50.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VEHI24.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:CARS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100026,370 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2619
Download size: 146k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Reports on costs by category or item over a range of years.
Records fuel cost and consumption. Yearly average cost per mile
price per gallon. No limit to number of vehicles recorded.
Yearly totals of fuel purchased, distance traveled, cost of
parts and service. Notepad to record service and trip details.
Database editor for entry error correction. Tax file to record
Business deductable travel. Suitable for private or fleet use.
Product: x-SKED3
Network room/resource scheduling system. See full description
on page 434.
7.4.1 Computer-use logging
Product: JobLog Project Timekeeper
Author: Brian Sutton, 813-920-0882
Version: 2.0 (05-08-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 300k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 6 months of CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: LOG20.ZIP on BBSs; LOGF20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73160,676 for
assistance); LOG20.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID B.SUTTON1 for assistance).
Download size: 185k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to help you keep track of how you spend your computer
time. It is simple to use whether it be from the DOS prompt, a
batch file, or through the menu systems. With it, you can log

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project times automatically, without user input. Great for


people who bill for their computer work. Sends reports the
printer or to a disk file for input to your favorite word
processor.
Product: PUBLIC ACCESS(tm)
Author: IN/QUEST, LLC, 303-671-0800
Version: 2.5 (09-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 620k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Modem;
Mouse; Epson printer. Procomm Plus v2.x; magnetic swipe
reader; PRODIGY service.
Registration fee: $89.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter support; 1-month
return policy; runtime license; site license; bonus utilities;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
2-month free upgrading allowed. 2 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: PACCS25.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 303-665-6091
to download it at no charge); PACCS*.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70505,531 for assistance); PACCS*.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum
LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID XTY25572 for
assistance).
Download size: 680k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Front-end control menu for public libraries and other business
entities offering casual PC use to the general public. Will
launch any DOS or MS-Windows based programs. Site may offer
controlled access to application programs and (via modem) to
online data communications (if you have PCPLUS 2.01). Up to 12
step autologon. Patrons pay with cash or credit card. Credit
cards are pre-validated before access allowed. Set rates by
the minute, long distance minute, page, session, and overall
event.
Product: TimeClock
Author: KMR Consulting, 716-293-3241
Version: 1.1 (11-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $17.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, mail support;
bonus utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts on

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upgrades; registration commissions. 1 free update disk(s) sent


out.
Look for: TIMCLK11.ZIP on BBSs; TIMCLK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 74034,1441 for
assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keeps track of the time you've spent on your computer. Time is
charged to one or more "projects" of your choosing by "punching
in" when you begin work. In addition, projects may be grouped
in different categories, such as business and pleasure. Usage
can then be summarized by project and category, giving total
hours and percentage of use for each project and category. This
is the information you need to justify a deduction for business
use of your computer.
7.5 Employee management/scheduling
Product: Business Clock Link
Author: BizMark Development, 318-949-4399
Version: 1.00 (12-06-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $175.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BCLINK.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70262,114 for
assistance).
PsL#: 11665
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A networkable PC time clock with real-time job reporting
system, "blue collar" E-mail, clock-in/out animation, on-line
worker discipline, and "ticker tape" reporting of all
transactions. Written in C with dBASE file format. Oriented
toward the needs of Managers, so it is called "The Clock That
Means Business". Great use for old XT's.

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Product: Calendar Quick


Author: Logic Pulse
Version: 2.0 (12-08-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CALQCK20.ZIP on BBSs; CALQCK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 73313,3443 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4042
PsL#: 11711
Download size: 375k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fast, feature-rich calendar and schedule manager for Windows
users. Suitable for use by either individuals, workgroups, or
full enterprises. Creates weekly and monthly calendars in color
or black and white. Also creates daily itineraries and time
lines suitable for use in project management. Easy integration
with other programs via Clipboard. A unigue "Tickler" tracks
future events, while a built-in alarm clock gets you out the
door on time. Also: "Balloon Help," popup menus, & notebook
tabs.
Product: ChronoLog
Personal info/resource mgmt system for DOS. See full
description on page 167.
Product: DAYO SERVICE DISPATCH
Manage service & repair work; dispatch tech. See full
description on page 350.
Product: Flexitime/Time Logging
Author: HJS Systems, +44-(0)1203-388031
Version: 5.32 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: L-35.00 (add L-10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; LAN

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license; site license; registration commissions. 3-month free


upgrading allowed.
Look for: FTTLV532.ZIP on BBSs (call +44-(0)1203-352326 to
download it at no charge).
SWREG#: 3970
PsL#: 14086
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to achieve seamless integration between recording
employee attendance (when they are at work) and what they are
doing with that time. The organisation can then monitor
attendance, holidays, personal and team performance and produce
billing information for clients. Data can also be used by and
exported to other systems.
Product: GARDENING BUSINESS
Software for managing small gardening bus. See full
description on page 368.
Product: LEADING AND MANAGING OTHERS
A multimedia seminar on disk: leaders & mgrs. See full
description on page 378.
Product: Personal Schedule
Comprehensive calendar/schedule/proj mgr/PIM. See full
description on page 151.
Product: A Project/Event Planner
Planner for projects, time-based activities. See full
description on page 352.
Product: RagTime for Windows
Event & recreation planner for women (& guys). See full
description on page 151.
Product: RideMatch
Author: Paradise Programming, 206-866-3781
Version: 1.0 (11-11-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks

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of other shareware; discounts on upgrades. 6-month free


upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; RIDE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 70322,231 for
assistance).
Download size: 114k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use, menu driven program designed exclusively for
matching employees for car or van pooling. Written in a
mainframe programming language it is extremely fast and has
unlimited record capacity. It will even consider the shift the
employee works before matching. View the information on screen
or print to a report. Supports lasers and dot-matrix and can
also print to a file.
Product: RPMSHARE
RPM/resources and projects manager. See full description on
page 350.
Product: Service Call Manager
Manage service calls & information. See full description on
page 351.
Product: TASK MASTER
Project tracking program. See full description on page 353.
Product: TimeCapture
Author: Versatile Software Solutions, Inc., 513-878-0315
Version: 2.4 (08-11-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 256k RAM; CGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CLCK24.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71155,614 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use employee time clock program with password-protected
file manager eliminates the hassle of collecting and totaling
employee hours worked. Ensures employees remember to record
all times by "reminding" them if they forget. At your
discretion, you can allow employees to record "forgotten"
times. You can add times for when employees are not actually at
your work site (attending seminars, etc). Context-sensitive
help screens throughout. Uncomplicated yet full-featured!

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Product: Timeclock I
Author: Faught Data Systems, Inc., 800-394-4839
Version: 2.4s (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $79.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of tollfree 800# phone, newsletter
support; LAN license; bonus utilities; discounts on other
products.
Look for: TC24S.ZIP on BBSs; TC24S.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73770,1574 for
assistance).
Download size: 303k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Turn your PC into a timeclock and save hundreds of dollars!
Logs employees' "in" and "out" times via keyboard or barcode
and automatically tabulates their hours at the end of each pay
period. Calculates overtime and tracks sick, vacation and
holiday hours. Tracks project/billable hours and if your
networked, employees can "punch" right from their own stations.
Send announcements via the program's bulletin board, or private
messages to individual employees. Eliminates mistakes and
saves time.
Product: TreeChart
Comprehensive package for organization charts. See full
description on page 357.
Product: x-OUT3
Network in/out tracking system. See full description on
page 433.
Product: x-OUT4
Network in-out tracking system for Windows. See full
description on page 434.
7.6 Project management
Product: Car Restoration Diary
Data tracking for vintage auto restoration. See full
description on page 275.
Product: Chartist(tm)
Flowcharting and org charting. See full description on
page 553.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder
Vehicle operation & maint. logger & reminder. See full
description on page 638.

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Product: DAYO SERVICE DISPATCH


Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 3.20+ (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $299.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOS1.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOS1.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for service and/or repair businesses, departments, or
organizations. Use it to initiate service or work orders,
record any notes, dispatch technicians, record inventory and
labor used, and then close and create an invoice for services
rendered. Features include: customer and inventory maintenance,
warehouse transfers, pick tickets or pull sheets, invoicing,
laser forms, and many reports.
Product: RPMSHARE
Author: South Pointe Software, 604-538-2326
Version: 3.42 (12-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk; EMS memory.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 12-month free
upgrading allowed. 4 free update disk(s) sent out. Employee
time/assignment planning literature.
Look for: RPMSHA.EXE on BBSs; RPMSHA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70254,3443 for
assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multi-resource/multi-projects management program unlike any
other. Very attractive to the horizontal market of individual,
small firm and home office users. It shows who is over/
underloaded, by how much in hours and currency, on which
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Product: Service Call Manager


Author: CPI computer services, 702-329-6868
Version: 2.0 (02-08-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $85.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you manage service calls. You can track the status of the
calls, wheather they are closed, what the technician did while
on site and what parts were used. Can be adapted to many type
of service organizations, such as appliance repair, computer
repair, etc.
Product: TreeChart
Comprehensive package for organization charts. See full
description on page 357.
7.6.1 Project bidding & costing
Product: DXF Bill of Materials Generator
Bills of materials from AutoCAD DXF files. See full
description on page 418.
Product: ProDev*EPRICE
Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 6.0 (12-06-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk. ProDev*QUOTE software.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: PDEPRIC6.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 283k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides for converting weekly price service data files for
electrical, heating, plumbing and air conditioning items to the
ProDev*QUOTE file format to automatically update material
prices. Includes sample files for USA, Australian and UK price
services. The user subscribes separately to the desired price
service.

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Product: ProDev*QUOTE Quote/Bid System


Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 6.0c (05-24-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $65.00 (Canadian dollars) (add $5.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $5.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $8.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support.
3-month return policy.
Look for: PDQUOT6C.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 418k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Packed with features for any type/size business from
consultants to one-person contractors to small/large
manufacturers. Used by many electrical, heating, plumbing,
remodeling, major construction contractors, florists, flooring
stores, landscape contractors, printing shops, maintenance
services, well... just about any type business. The system
defaults are highly configurable. Pull-down menus, point &
shoot browse and F1 help windows.
Product: A Project/Event Planner
Planner for projects, time-based activities. See full
description on page 352.
Product: Timeclock I
Employee timeclock with reports. See full description on
page 346.
7.6.2 Project scheduling
Product: Calendar Quick
Scheduling tool. See full description on page 343.
Product: Personal Schedule
Comprehensive calendar/schedule/proj mgr/PIM. See full
description on page 151.

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Product: A Project/Event Planner


Author: Sapphire Software Inc., 808-395-5587
Version: 3.4 (12-12-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $37.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
limited return policy; bonus utilities; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: APLANR34.ZIP on BBSs; APLANR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71223,3653 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 750
PsL#: 11168
Download size: 282k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
(Finalist in 1994 PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis Shareware Awards) Use
for quick overall project planning, activity and resource
scheduling. Can assign income/cost amounts to events/resources
to estimate project income/cost. Can link events where start/
end times are automatically calculated. Can shift all events
forward/backward in time. Handles multiple calendars. Allows
free-from drawing of events anywhere on a scale of hr/day/week/
month/yr. On-line help, sample plans provided.
Product: TASK MASTER
Author: RKS Software, Inc., 703-534-1726
Version: 2.4c (11-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; lifetime return policy; royalty-free runtime
license; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TM24C.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-534-7812 to download it at
no charge); TM24C.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPPS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72357,2034 for assistance).
SWREG#: 368
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A project tracking program which allows you to easily keep
track of office assignments, correspondence, projects, and
tasks of any kind. Features automatic status updating, report
writer, form letter utility, appointment calendar, & query
builder. All international date formats. Unlimited records.
Standard dBase data file.

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7.7 Client management


Product: 2DO Personal Task Manager
Personal task and contact manager for Windows. See full
description on page 165.
Product: THE CALLING TREE
Calling tree database manager. See full description on
page 364.
Product: DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9
Print 3 of 9 barcodes onto Epson/IBM printer. See full
description on page 333.
Product: DAYO MEMBERSHIP
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.40+ (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYODE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYODE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An application designed to track membership for an association
or organization. The ability to maintain records for donations,
dues, payments and/or invoices has also been incorporated into
the package. Use it to record member information and
optionally, maintain a simple accounting system for dues and/or
donations. Many reports and reporting routines are included in
this package, ie: members list, notes, statements, labels,
payments, form letters and much more.
Product: DAYO SALES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.42+ (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $189.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOCE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYOCE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to aid the business or, individual sales person, in
the creation of price books and quotes/sales orders, and in the
management of contracts and calendar events. It is by default a
multiuser system, allowing almost unlimited numbers of users to
have the aility to simultaneously access the same data on a PC
based LAN/network.
Product: DAYO TIME & BILLING
Inventory, invoicing, receivables, projects. See full
description on page 314.
Product: LABEL MASTER
Mailing list manager - PC Mag editors choice. See full
description on page 284.
Product: The Lawyer's DeskTop
Integrated legal management system. See full description on
page 361.
Product: Little Black Book
Autodialer/'rolodex' program. See full description on
page 155.
Product: NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software
Version: 3.2 (02-26-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Modem.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: NAME32.ZIP on BBSs; NAME32.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70640,1614 for
assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keeps track of people and companies. Stores 4 phone numbers, 2
addresses, 2 dates, and thousands of characters of notes for
each record. Full mouse support. Prints a pocket-size address
book, labels, rolodex cards, envelopes, and reports. Creates
mail-merge files for use with most word processors. Dials the

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phone. Displays multiple records at once. Extremely easy to


use. Type the first few characters of any person's name and
you are immediately viewing all information about that person.
Product: Personal Hotnet
Author: Robichaux and Associates, 713-463-7452
Version: 4.0 (09-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: HOTNET.ZIP on BBSs; PERHOT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71336,336 for
assistance); HOTNET.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID JEROBICHAUX for assistance).
Download size: 420k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Whether you call it a help desk, a customer support center, a
or a trouble desk, telephone technical support can be a beast!
This helps by logging problem calls and solutions and easily.
Track calls, recycle solutions with powerful searches. Use
"crib Sheets" and access common information with a hotkey.
Comes in single and multiuser, can run TSR. Describe problems
in the caller's own words with a free-form comments field.
Product: ProAct Contact Management
Home/business contact manager. See full description on
page 375.
Product: RPMSHARE
RPM/resources and projects manager. See full description on
page 348.
Product: Service Call Manager
Manage service calls & information. See full description on
page 348.
Product: Shareware Tracker
Data tracking program for shareware authors. See full
description on page 717.
Product: Timeclock I
Employee timeclock with reports. See full description on
page 346.
7.8 Organization charts
See also: Graphics, Drawing/editor programs.

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Product: EDGEFLOW
Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS. See full
description on page 554.
Product: Top Draw
Powerful object-oriented drawing program. See full description
on page 557.
Product: TreeChart
Author: FineLine Software, (+353)-91-37560
Version: 2.00 (08-23-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: Mouse. TrueType or ATM fonts.
Registration fee: $42.00 (add $13.86 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $13.86 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$13.86 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: TCF200.ZIP on BBSs; TCF200.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70624,462 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1927
PsL#: 11053
Download size: 550k (about 41 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A package for organization charts or illustrating other
hierarchical information. No drawing skills required: box
sizing, positioning and line routing all done automatically.
Numerous chart styles/box shapes. Layouts (style guides) for
consistent appearance. Print preview, fit-to-page,
titles+border. Outlining: view/print chart, management or
single departments. Supports assistants and shared employees.
Imports text, exports text & fully scaleable WMF pictures.
7.9 Specific-field systems
7.9.1 Construction, installation & repair
Product: J-Works
Author: MicroWorks Inc., 615-896-3966
Version: 2.2 (03-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; HP LaserJet
printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax,
mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.


12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out. Printed manual, 90 day free technical support.
Look for: JWORKS22.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 306k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Automates the process of calculating the load for a house to
determine the correct size heating and cooling system required.
It requires that you use ACCA's Manual J booklet to insert the
correct HTM's for your particular region. You then insert the
building dimensions for your house and it does the rest.
Supports "Room-by-Room" and "Whole-house" load calcul ations.
Mouse support. Includes a CFM calculator, auto print capability
for presentation to customers.
7.9.2 Farming & ranching
Product: Grow'Em
Grow from seed/cuttings. Easy, slick, great. See full
description on page 604.
Product: HortMan
Horticultural manager. See full description on page 604.
7.9.3 Food services
Product: INVENTORY & COST CONTROL
Author: First Step Software, 208-376-4411
Version: 4.2 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 300k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $150.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3-month return policy; bonus utilities.
12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: INVCTL42.ZIP on BBSs; INVCTL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 71242,1414 for
assistance).
Download size: 316k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for multi unit food service with central purchasing.
Record central or direct unit receiving or issue to and from
units. Maintains Perpetual inventory of central storage.
Inventory tools such as location coding almost make the job of
controlling inventory enjoyable! Purchasing history by product
and by vendor. Shortage reports based on par levels. Receiving
reports by day, week or whatever. P&L reports by profit center
- excellent tool for analysis and budgeting. Basis for recipe
cost.

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Product: Managing Your Food


Author: MYF Software, 805-398-1449
Version: 4.51 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: 35.00US (add 5.00US for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add 5.00US for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 12-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MYF*.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-682-6158 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete food manager designed for food manufacturers,
institutional food planners and cooks, restaurant managers,
dietitians, diabetics, bakers, and the home shopper. Its use is
easy enough for the novice, yet comprhensive enough for the
professional. Will track cost, protein, carbohydrates, fat,
calories, cholesterol, fatty acids, fiber, vitamins, minerals,
food exchanges, and %RDA. Outputs hundreds of reports including
NLEA label information.
Product: PC-FOOD II FOOD COSTING
Author: SCHRECK SOFTWARE, 612-731-6822
Version: 7.02 (06-03-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $57.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe,
mail support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PCFD702.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 186k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates and maintains food cost and required selling prices.
Edit portion sizes, expected waste, ingredient costs, serving
sizes, etc. and see the effect on costs and margins. Print
reports including required price changes based on user variance
criteria. Calc total revenue, food cost and gross profit for a
banquet, etc. User selectable sorted displays. Up to 30
ingredients in a recipe. Up to 30 ingredients and or recipes
in a menu item. Full mouse support.

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Product: RECIPE FILE MANAGEMENT


Author: First Step Software, 208-376-4411
Version: 3.3 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 250k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3-month return policy; bonus utilities.
12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: RECMGT33.ZIP on BBSs; RECMGT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 71242,1414 for
assistance).
Download size: 219k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A kitchen production tool:
1. Maintain file for fast access to edit or print recipe.
2. Adjust recipe yields in a flash.
3. Resource for many food product weight & measure
equivalent.
A management tool:
1. Update cost of one or all recipes in file.
2. Generate shopping/pull list of selected recipes.
3. Access inventory software for current cost data.
Can run as a stand alone or interface with inventory software.
Product: RESTAURANT COST CONTROL
Author: First Step Software, 208-376-4411
Version: 4.2 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 300k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3-month return policy; bonus utilities.
12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: RSTCTL42.ZIP on BBSs; RSTCTL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBM forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 71242,1414 for
assistance).
Download size: 315k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers management a state of the art tool to sharpen purchasing
practices, tighten inventory levels and provide cost analysis
for budgeting. Physical inventory functions provide a wide
varity of forms, reports and calculations that make the job of
controlling inventory easier and faster. Profit & Loss analysis
will save you $$$$$. Paying vendors is fast and flexible; cash,
manual check or printed check. Provides cost data base for our
Recipe File Management software.

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7.9.4 Hotel/motel management


Product: Book-It
Membership and activity booking system. See full description
on page 367.
Product: MotelMAX
Author: MKM Software, 504-885-7470
Version: 2.10 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $135.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$11.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: MOTEL210.ZIP on BBSs; MTLMAX.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPPS forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 72704,3566 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10928
Download size: 365k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Includes reservations, advance deposits, front desk,
accounting, general ledger, travel agent commissions, guest
history, room inventory, folio reprints and many, many reports.
One key check-in/check-out. Supports international date and
currency formats. Automatically assigns room rates for up to
10 room types. Password protected.
7.9.5 Legal & law enforcement
Product: CHRONOS
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 538.

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Product: The Lawyer's DeskTop


Author: DataPro Enterprises, Inc., 713-978-7431
Version: 2.1 (07-25-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. 430k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $79.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 2-month return
policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LDT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:LAWSIG forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73654,205 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1578
Download size: 533k (about 40 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A legal management work group application that provides an
integrated approach to law office management for the small to
medium size law firm and solo practicioners. It contains case/
matter management, document management, time and billing,
calendaring (to dos and appointments), docket control, case
critical date tickling, contact managment, payables, a full
text search engine, utilities and much more.
Product: SMALL BUSINESS ADVISOR
Expert tax/legal help for small businesses. See full
description on page 369.
7.9.6 Library
See also: Education, Library/bibliography.
Product: BIBLOGIC
Bibliographic reference database manager. See full description
on page 246.
Product: PUBLIC ACCESS(tm)
Front-end control for public PC access. See full description
on page 342.
Product: REFILE
Document management software. See full description on
page 524.
Product: RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys.
Menu based biblio/reference system. See full description on
page 246.

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7.9.7 Medical & dental


Product: LEANER
Weight control charting & motivation program. See full
description on page 612.
Product: Tolman Dental Program
Author: Peter T. Smith D.D.S., 516-281-5544
Version: 5.0 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $599.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, bonus data files, six
months phone support.
Look for: TOLMAN#.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call ALL-ASP-BBS
to download it at no charge); TOLMN*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:DBADVISOR forum LIBrary 8 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72617,70 for assistance); TOLMAN#.ZIP on GEnie in
DATABASE forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID
XMG16757 for assistance).
Download size: 480k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A CompuServe Magazine (Dec '91) pick as a "Current Hit," is an
efficient management program for a mid-size dental office. With
electronic claims, it is not incomplete. It will handle
billing, recalls, insurance, referral tracking, a variety of
patient lists, production reports, mail merge and more. With
online help, look-up windows and a User's Manual, the program
is easy to learn. It was used/improved in the dentist/author's
office for 4 years before release.
7.9.8 Non-profit businesses
7.9.8.1 Fund raising
Product: FundRaiser Basic
Author: Professional Support Software, 417-256-4280
Version: 1.32 (03-08-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 510k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $48.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return
policy; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1 free

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update disk(s) sent out. Booklet on successful fundraising


tips & techniques.
Look for: FRB132.ZIP on BBSs; FRB132.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 72077,1015 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4530
Download size: 457k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Very easy to learn and use. Here are the tools you need to
fundraise like a real professional. In one typical session,
you can: record donations, make address changes, code donors,
print timely thank you letters and labels, print a deposit
report - all without leaving the program! Targeted mailings
are a snap, as are the impressive and useful reports. Now,
import you existing mailing list easily and quickly.
7.9.9 Political parties
Product: THE CALLING TREE
Author: IN/QUEST, LLC, 303-671-0800
Version: 1.7a (08-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Hercules monitor; Hayes-compatible modem; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: ZTREE17.ZIP on BBSs (call 303-665-6091 to download it
at no charge); ZTREE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 16 (or contact userID 70505,531 for assistance);
ZTREE14.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or contact
userID XTY25572 for assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Mananage tree like organization data. Instances where one
person is related to several others and they each in turn are
related to several other and so one until the outer limits of
the tree are reached. Sort of like a contact manager for
political party information matrixes, network marketing MLM
companies, and emergency contact systems where I may call 5
people and they each in turn will call 5 people and so on until
all members of the tree have have the word.
7.9.10 Real estate
Product: Financial Analysis For Windows
Analyze large variety of financial instrument. See full
description on page 393.

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Product: Home Plan


Draw, print, edit & save house plans. See full description on
page 566.
Product: Home Refinancing
Compute time value savings from refinancing. See full
description on page 393.
Product: OpenHome
Author: Temprano Software
Version: 3.10 (07-16-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $47.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; OPNHME.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVESTORS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72614,43
for assistance).
Download size: 297k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A selling property qualification generator for Windows 3.1. You
supply the selling property information and current rates for
fixed-, adjustable- and FHA-loans, and OpenHome generates an
attractive, easy-to-understand sheet which shows "cash to
close", "monthly payment" and "minimum monthly income" for up
to three different down payments of your choice. Can use any of
your Windows TrueType fonts and can even print the
qualification sheet in color, if you have a color printer.
Product: Property Master
Author: MSdataBase Solutions, 703-777-5660
Version: 4.01 (05-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet
printer; Mouse; Epson printer. Will not work with any version
of DOS 4.0.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); registration commissions.
Look for: PMAST41.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 498k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A rental property database and rental management system for
landlords or property managers. Keep track of single family,
multiple family (apartments) or businesses. Associate landlords

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to properties; properties to other properties. Track income and


expenses by property (rent, repairs) & general expenses
(mileage, postage). Tax reports for Schedule E & 1099 expenses.
Keep track of deposits, refunds & leases.
Product: QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 3.3 (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $175.00
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: QMV33U.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-681-6221 to download it at
no charge); QMV33U.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM forum LIBrary 2
(or contact userID 70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 512k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An accounting system for property management services. It
handles accounts payable and receivable, cash disbursements,
cash receipts, and debits and credits. Other features include a
business phone directory, memo writer, cardex, mailing lables,
tenant directory, check writer, rent payment journal, tenant
and building databases, 11 different print reports.
7.9.11 Safety & fire protection
Product: SCBA Trak
Author: Raymond A.J. Pesek, 216-225-0248
Version: 2.40 (01-28-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Mouse; Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SCBATR24.ZIP on BBSs (call 719.591.7415 to download it
at no charge); SCBATR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:SAFETYNET forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72270,650 for assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Inventory & maintenance record system for Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus and PASS units. Keeps track of repetitive
maintenance needs & costs for masks, back packs, bottles, &
PASS units. Gives early warning of packs coming due for flow
test, regulator overhaul, mask fit tests, etc. Warns of PASS
units coming due for battery change. Early warning of bottles
coming due for hydro testing or composite end of life. Many
reports, incl. budget projections, equipment lists, activity
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7.9.12 Small businesses


Product: Book-It
Author: Instinctive Systems Ltd, +44(0)161-861-0043
Version: 1.0a (04-25-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $7.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades; registration commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BOOKIT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 16 (or contact userID 100103,3722
for assistance).
SWREG#: 5422
Download size: 1570k (about 117 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Windows membership and activity / event booking system for
small hobby type clubs and organisations as well as larger
businesses such as activity clubs and holiday companies.
Facilities include - club / organisation enquiry and follow up,
membership administration, event or activity booking and
administration, credit note administration, activity supplier
and venue details, mail merge and label printing facilities,
flexible reporting facilities, contect sensitive help system.
Product: Business Base
Author: CQ Research Corp, 604-731-5583
Version: 1.1 (04-28-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month limited return policy; site license; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: BBASE.ZIP on BBSs; BBASE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:CIS
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70621,2170 for assistance).
Download size: 148k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A business data system which provides a format for easy
electronic record keeping for all small and home business
operators. Recognizes that most people want help from their
computer, and offers real benefits of computer organization to
the millions of people who work for themselves. Includes
contact management, inventory, invoicing, and more. Try it!

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Product: Cash Control


A personal finance and business checkbook. See full
description on page 399.
Product: Electronic Postal Window(tm)
US postal rates look-up program. See full description on
page 382.
Product: Flexitime/Time Logging
Integrated time logging, recording, billing. See full
description on page 344.
Product: Folders
Personal information manager network email. See full
description on page 170.
Product: GARDENING BUSINESS
Author: Redei Enterprises, 310-832-6984
Version: 1.1 (03-25-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 8000k RAM; SVGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: XMS memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $125.00 (add $5.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 2100k (about 156 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A business management software for small companies. It keeps
track of customers and their orders, prices, supplier
information, material & labor requirements, buy history and
cashflow. It automatically creates work orders, prints
invoices and reports. Designed for those small businesses
where practically no inventory is necessary. Can be used for
any small businesses with similar requirements.
Product: HOME/OFFICE INVENTORY
Organize personal and business property data. See full
description on page 377.
Product: LEADING AND MANAGING OTHERS
A multimedia seminar on disk: leaders & mgrs. See full
description on page 378.
Product: ListBuilder
Contact manager for building a Network. See full description
on page 171.
Product: PC-AP
Accounts payable. See full description on page 316.

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Product: PC-AR
Accounts receivable. See full description on page 327.
Product: PC-GL
General ledger. See full description on page 317.
Product: PC-PR
Payroll writing. See full description on page 331.
Product: PCINV
Invoice writing. See full description on page 318.
Product: PostCardMaster
Postcard & mail handling system. See full description on
page 285.
Product: ProAct Contact Management
Home/business contact manager. See full description on
page 375.
Product: Rosewood Journal
Invoice journal and accounts receivable. See full description
on page 318.
Product: Sales & Samples
Author: C T Johnson, Inc, 704-568-9598
Version: 1.0 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk;
HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer; EMS
memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); registration commissions. 12-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CTJISS.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 704-532-1236 to
download it at no charge); CTJISS.* on CompuServe in CIS:WORK
forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72760,1020
for assistance).
SWREG#: 3481
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A relational database application expressly developed to allow
the user to easily enter sales orders generated from a home
sales business selling cosmetics. It consists of two databases,
one for the customer specific information such as address,
phone etc., the other for the orders, samples and invoices that
automatically calculates totals including State sales tax if
applicable. The reports generated include totals for a
customer, totals by day, and group totals. Form is similar to
paper form.

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Product: SMALL BUSINESS ADVISOR


Author: RONIN Software, 206-391-4036
Version: 94.4 (10-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk. Does not
run on IBM PCjr.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months
of unlimited phone, mail support; bonus utilities; discounts on
upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: SBA94_4.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge).
PsL#: 11079
Download size: 712k (about 53 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Unique expert program puts the tax/legal/business knowledge of
a Harvard lawyer, "Big 6" CPA at your disposal instantly. Very
easy to use! Gives your small business quick, current tax &
legal advice based on your state law on all fed/state taxes,
OSHA, ADA, envir. laws & more. Creates detailed customized
startup checklist for your business, your state in seconds.
Wide range of Q&A "consulting sessions" such as whether to
incorp. or elect Sub S. EZ-to-use income/estate/corp tax
modules.
Product: Vehicle Costs
Reports on costs involved with vehicle use. See full
description on page 340.
7.9.13 Other
Product: Book-It
Membership and activity booking system. See full description
on page 365.
Product: GARDENING BUSINESS
Software for managing small gardening bus. See full
description on page 366.
Product: League Manager
Manages any youth sports organization. See full description on
page 646.

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Product: OMS (Organizational Mgmt System


Author: Torbert Data Systems, Inc., 804-488-5506
Version: 2.3 (11-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk; Network
(LAN).
Registration fee: $359.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of tollfree 800# phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free runtime license; site
license; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: OMS23A.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 804-488-4146
to download it at no charge); OMS23A.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73747,2336 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Total solution for nonprofit organizations. Modules for
"members\prospects\other donors", "dues and dontributions",
"fund accounting" and much more. Great for any organization
that has a membership, collects dues or accepts contributions,
does fund raising, or uses fund accounting. Has powerful
maillist management. Great for clubs, religious groups,
political fund raising groups, college alumni associations,
homeowners associations, museums, performing arts groups, many
others.
Product: Paper Route Ledger
Computer bookkeeping for newspaper carriers. See full
description on page 316.
7.10 Forms generators
Product: DR. FORM
Author: IrwinWare, 412-931-9577
Version: 3.1 (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy;

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bonus data; discounts on upgrades. 3-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: DRFORM31.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-368-7139 to download it
at no charge); DRFORM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71045,222 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1250
PsL#: 10925
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Shareware Magazine Editor's Choice Award. Make professional
quality forms easily. Full mouse support. Move, copy, draw
lines, etc. Automatic grid maker. Create master forms and fill
them in. Print on pre-printed forms and make templates. Context
sensitive help screens. Print bold, italic, etc. Supports dot
matrix & laser printers. Can print legal size forms (14") and
can print landscape on laser printers. Much more....
Product: The Letterhead Kit/DOS
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 266.
Product: The Letterhead Kit/Win
Retrieves custom letterheads, graphics, bills. See full
description on page 266.
Product: Resume Master Deluxe
Easy-to-use but powerful resume creator. See full description
on page 247.
Product: The Right Resume
Windows resume creator & job search package. See full
description on page 248.
Product: WebForms
WWW forms generator! See full description on page 425.

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7.10.1 Forms fillers


Product: Form Editor (FED)
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 1.13 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: US$15.00 (add US$2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add US$3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses)
(add US$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of
other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: FED113.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); FED113.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary
0 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance); FED113.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Uses standard ASCII test files as forms. Sees underlines as
input fields. Prints forms to any printer. Saves forms or forms
and data. Can save data only for import to databases.
Product: PCForm
Author: CareWare, 916-265-8704
Version: 3.0b (09-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: PCF30B.ZIP on BBSs; PCF30B.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance); PCFORM30.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15
(or contact userID R.CROUCH1 for assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Offers an easy means for creating tailored made professional
looking forms, graphs, and line drawings. Features: ease of
use, word processing like entry and editing, on-line manual
viewer, HP LaserJet and multiple copies printing, comprehensive
file management, auto-tab for easy fill-in, two point line and
box drawing, block editing, multiple pages, math calculation
functions, pull down menus, mouse support, configurability, PIF
and ICO files, ASCII format for maximum compatibility and more.

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7.10.2 Forms processing


Product: Form Editor (FED)
Form Editor/Filler for standard text files. See full
description on page 371.
Product: Over_LAZ PS
PostScript overlays and letterheads. See full description on
page 115.
Product: XPENS
Expense account reporting program. See full description on
page 319.
7.11 Sales aids
Product: THE CALLING TREE
Calling tree database manager. See full description on
page 362.
Product: CATALOG-ON-A-DISK
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Version: 4.00 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Epson printer.
Registration fee: $55.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: CATALG40.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it
at no charge); CATALG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IDEAS forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 71333,1577 for assistance);
CATALG40.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (or contact
userID D.VEANER1 for assistance).
Download size: 357k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Customers browse or search for products, order as they go
along, and print the order form with shipping and tax precalculated to be sent by mail, fax, modem, or phone. The
compressed catalog fits a large number of products on disk and
provides security for prices and other data. You make the
catalog to best reflect your company. Flexible, easy to order
from, innovative. Submenus, size and color boxes, mix and
match products, info and coupons, many features.

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Product: DAYO PRICE BOOK


Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.50+ (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOBE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOBE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A system of creating and maintaining specialized pricing for
your customer/clients. Special printouts (price books/catalogs)
may be printed to a standard printer, or to a Hewlett Packard
(tm) Laserjet or compatible. It requires the presence of DAYO
Inventory and DAYO POS programs/databases. Special price book
methods include fixed, margin/cost plus, and list/retail
discounts.
Product: Folders
Personal information manager network email. See full
description on page 170.
Product: Judy's TenKey
Powerful, flexible Windows calculator. See full description on
page 148.
Product: ProAct Contact Management
Home/business contact manager. See full description on
page 375.
Product: WebForms
WWW forms generator! See full description on page 425.
7.12 Marketing
Product: Business Base
Business data manager for small/some business. See full
description on page 365.
Product: ListBuilder
Contact manager for building a Network. See full description
on page 171.

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Product: ProAct Contact Management


Author: ProDomus, Inc., 203-233-0705
Version: 2.6 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PRACT26*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
703-680-9269 to download it at no charge); PRACT.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID
74650,3623 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2046
PsL#: 11212
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful home or business contact profiler, scheduler, and
merge letter/document word processor. Organize contacts by
company and name. Profile contacts by 10 categories. Apply
and batch process "action plans" for one or more contacts.
Includes three standard letter formats, user defined labels,
editable "Three Line Help", F1 Help, pick lists, and auto
dialing. Small demonstration program and tutorial included.
Multiple file sets so you can segregage home, office, or other
special groups.
Product: WebForms
WWW forms generator! See full description on page 425.
7.13 Work-at-home
See also: Home & hobby.
Product: Back Soon!
Screen-saver/message-taking utility. See full description on
page 381.
Product: Business Base
Business data manager for small/some business. See full
description on page 365.
Product: BusinessCards for Windows
Free form database for Windows. See full description on
page 166.
Product: Day By Day
Scheduler, diary, task manager with password. See full
description on page 169.

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Product: Dear Diary


Diary/daily journal. See full description on page 180.
Product: Electronic Postal Window(tm)
US postal rates look-up program. See full description on
page 382.
Product: HOME/OFFICE INVENTORY
Author: ProDomus, Inc., 203-233-0705
Version: 1.0 (03-28-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 520k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $21.50 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: HOI10A.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 718-837-3236
to download it at no charge); HOI.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 74650,3623 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2342
PsL#: 11236
Download size: 690k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An invaluable tool for recording and organizing personal or
business property data for insurance, tax, or maintenance
purposes. Includes inventory, insurance, business, and claim
information. Prepare claims including overhead and profit
calculations. Record warranty information. Track insurance
expirations, premiums, and monthly costs. Add notes to items,
claims, claim items, businesses, and dates. Mouse support,
color editing, redundant help systems.
Product: HortMan
Horticultural manager. See full description on page 604.
Product: ListBuilder
Contact manager for building a Network. See full description
on page 171.
Product: Little Black Book
Autodialer/'rolodex' program. See full description on
page 155.
Product: Paper Route Ledger
Computer bookkeeping for newspaper carriers. See full
description on page 316.
Product: ProAct Contact Management
Home/business contact manager. See full description on
page 373.

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Product: q&dBase for Windows


Database creation and maintenance program. See full
description on page 282.
Product: Rockford!
Design business cards in Windows. See full description on
page 239.
7.14 Training & support aids
See also: Computer programming, Hypertext/hypermedia;
Education, Computers.
Product: Crossword Clipper for DOS
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 236.
Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 236.
Product: Crossword Creator
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 525.
Product: LEADING AND MANAGING OTHERS
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-632-5447
Version: 1.0 (09-19-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; Hard disk;
Mouse; sound card. MPC-compatible sound card.
Registration fee: $22.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
tollfree 800# phone, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CSLMO.ZIP on BBSs; CSLMO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBM
APPS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71031,1036 for
assistance); CSLMO.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 705k (about 53 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A multimedia seminar on disk for leaders and managers at all
levels. Includes basic instruction in leadership and management
- plus "how-to" features, automatically scored quizzes, a selfassessment, readings, and much more.
Product: Notice Board
Notice board/information system for LANs. See full description
on page 437.

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Product: Q&A Study Aid


[***]
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software, 319-378-9140
Version: 5.2 (07-31-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor. An ASCII editor program such as EDIT
(included with DOS 5.0 & later).
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support.
Look for: QASA??.ZIP on BBSs (call 509-946-9848 to download it at
no charge); QASA??.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary
11 (or contact userID 73760,2032 for assistance).
SWREG#: 502
Download size: 214k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A computer-based test creation and execution system. Test
databases of questions/answers are created with external editor
using easy rules. Has compiler and test interpreter, presents
compiled test, scores all answers and can record results in a
score file. All data encrypted or password protected. Scores
may be exported. Supports all question types but essay. Can
create random subsets. Has weighting, letter grade relations,
correct answer display with help, up to 20000 questions, more.
7.14.1 Lecturing & slide shows
See also: Writing applications, Creativity & brainstorming;
Graphics, Presentation graphics.
Product: Lecture
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Version: 1.02 (12-14-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: LECT-102.ZIP on BBSs (call 618-632-2339 to download it
at no charge); LECTUR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 74017,1344 for assistance);

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LECTR100.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 1 (or contact


userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
SWREG#: 834
PsL#: 10562
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a much-needed text-based lecturing capability in
Windows. Replaces transparencies and foils! Other
presentation packages focus on graphics and overwhelm users
with complexities and high price tags. This program reads
standard ASCII files and displays text presentations in a
window. Mouse support lets you walk around freely as you "flip
slides."
College teachers, businessmen, Toastmasters, and many others
who give text-based lectures will find this program extremely
useful.
Product: Prompter - Speaker's Utility
Author: OsoSoft, 805-528-1759
Version: 1.2 (06-11-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PROMPTER.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-528-3753 to download it
at no charge); PRMPTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71571,222 for assistance).
Download size: 57k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete speech editor and prompter for Windows. Create,
rehearse and deliver speeches and lectures just like the
professionals do. Any key pauses and restarts scrolling. Adjust
scroll rate while you speak. Elapsed time and estimated time
displays. Print speeches, too. Any font, any size, any scroll
rate.

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7.14.2 Job interviewing


Product: You're Hired!
Author: DataWell, 612-894-7088
Version: 1.33 (02-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $26.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products. 3-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: YH133.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it at
no charge); YHIRED.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 73510,3077 for assistance).
PsL#: 10876
Download size: 209k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An informative and comprehensive job interview simulator that
provides realistic training to prepare you for your next job
interview. The Program asks you challenging questions and
records elapsed times as you verbally respond. If you need help
answering a question, press a key to receive professional
advice and to view your own notes. You can also add or change
the questions and advice, and create customized interviews that
ask only select questions. Practice anywhere with a printed
copy.
7.14.3 "Help desk" applications
See also: Computer programming, Programming utilities, Desktop
tools for programmers.
Product: DeskTop Advisor(R)
Create/browse popup hypertext w/images, sound. See full
description on page 483.
7.15 Simulators & what-ifs
Product: Virus Simulator
Safely audit & demonstrate virus protection. See full
description on page 204.
Product: WALL STREET RAIDER
Stock market/corporate takeover simulation. See full
description on page 698.

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7.16 Business utilities


Product: Back Soon!
Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-261-7023
Version: 2.0 (09-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: BACKSN??.ZIP on BBSs; BACKSN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for
assistance).
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for the busy home or office environment and has the
following features:
* "Blanks" text screens to prevent phosphor burn-in
* Displays a customized, scrolling message
* Accepts messages from visitors
* Allows you to retrieve, print, or store your messages
* Optionally plays music/displays graphics between messages
* Built-in event scheduler
* German/Spanish/English support
Turns your PC into a message center. Get rid of those notes
left on your desk.
Product: BusinessCards for Windows
Free form database for Windows. See full description on
page 166.
Product: Button Manager for Windows
Icon-driven Windows application launcher. See full description
on page 200.
Product: Cards+More
Labels and cards printing. See full description on page 553.
Product: DARN! Don't Forget!
Events Reminder for Windows. See full description on page 168.
Product: DAYO SMART REPORTS
`Smart' reports & routines for DAYO. See full description on
page 386.
Product: DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT
DDE history recorder to access1.1 MDB or text. See full
description on page 406.

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Product: Electronic Postal Window(tm)


Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc., 607-533-4685
Version: 1.6 (07-09-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: EPW15.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it at
no charge); EPW16.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:USEN forum LIBrary
10 (or contact userID 71333,1577 for assistance).
Download size: 507k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
US postal rates look-up program. Enter the weight of your
mailing piece and the postage is automatically displayed. All
classes of mail. Comparison feature shows most economical
postage. Country lookup for foreign mailings. Fun facts about
the Postal Service.
Product: EXPRESSGRAPH
Pie, line, bar charts for business apps. See full description
on page 570.
Product: Fixed Asset Pro
[***]
Comprehensive fixed asset depreciation system. See full
description on page 315.
Product: Judy's TenKey
Powerful, flexible Windows calculator. See full description on
page 148.
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation, 703-802-0088
Version: 2.03 (09-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 126k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
Hard disk.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $2.75 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.75 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited
tollfree 800# phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month

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limited return policy; royalty-free runtime license; LAN


license; site license. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MX-203.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-425-2505 to download it at
no charge); MX-203.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71140,2416 for assistance).
Download size: 137k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This Metric-English-Metric conversion utility uses drop-down
menus to display/select any of 12 categories and 179 units of
measure. Noted for being very user-friendly and extremely
accurate. This program has been designated as an "accepted
metric conversion tool" by the U.S. Interagency Council on
Metric Policy's Metric Operating Committee (ICMP/ MOC) and is
currently the only conversion utility to carry this
distinction. Based upon ANSI/IEEE Std-268-1992.
Product: Personal Time Card
Electronic time card. See full description on page 178.
Product: q&dBase for Windows
Database creation and maintenance program. See full
description on page 282.
Product: Simply Labels
Free form label program with many features. See full
description on page 89.
Product: Vehicle Costs
Reports on costs involved with vehicle use. See full
description on page 340.
Product: WinUpD8R
Work/home file transfer/update/backup utility. See full
description on page 31.
7.16.1 Weights & measurements
See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Calculators; Finances,
Financial calculators.

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Product: Convert It!(tm) SE


Author: SMI Corporation, 918-241-2301
Version: 3.0 (07-08-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CV300.ZIP on BBSs (call 918-747-2542 to download it at
no charge); CONVIT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72644,2335 for assistance).
Download size: 321k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Ultimate unit of measure conversion utility for MS Windows. 15
groups of conversions with one more for custom conversions. You
can edit the conversion factors, add or delete units. Customize
it for the way YOU work. Turn conversion groups off/on. You
can even turn off/on individual conversion factors! Conversions
include: temperature, velocity, density, money, power, force,
distance, and more. On-line context sensitive help. In use by
many Fortune 500, FedGov, NASA and many others.
7.17 Software tools & add-ins
7.17.1 For multiple programs
Product: QUIK-INSTALL
7k application install program! Many features. See full
description on page 488.
7.17.2 For other
Product: DAYO INDEX
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.50+ (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month


free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYOXE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it at
no charge); DAYOXE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to manage the indexing of the DAYO databases. DAYO
applications all have multiple indexes, and because it is
recommended that they be reindexed at least once daily, this
was created to simplify this process.
Product: DAYO PASSWORDS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.50+ (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer. DAYO modules.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus
data; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: DAYOIDE.EXE on BBSs (call 407-292-4921 to download it
at no charge); DAYIDE.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ACCOUNTING forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides DAYO Business Application users with a system of
database security through the use of passwords. Its use is
optional, but recommended in areas where more than one person
has access to the data.
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
The real batch language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 125.

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7.18 Other
Product: DAYO SMART REPORTS
Author: TJS LAB, Inc., 407-291-3960
Version: 4.51+ (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 530k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; bonus data;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: DAYORE.EXE on BBSs (multiple files) (call 407-292-4921
to download it at no charge); DAYORE.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:ACCOUNTING forum LIBrary 5 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76367,1401 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains many reports/routines that will help you manage your
purchasing, inventory, invoices, backorders, sales, and your
databases. There are many reports, lists and routines included
in smart reports, ie: single warehouse, valuation expanded,
reorder, late PO, margin (history), vendor list, customer list,
inventory item list, expenses list, warehouse adjustments, HP
laser pull sheet, available inventory, GL posting problems,
view reports on screen, and many more!

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Chapter 8
Finances
See also: Spreadsheet applications; Mathematics; Business.
8.1 Stock trading & analysis
Product: Capital Gainz
Investment portfolio manager. See full description on
page 401.
Product: DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT
DDE history recorder to access1.1 MDB or text. See full
description on page 406.
Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-DOS
Mutual fund database/investment analysis. See full description
on page 391.
Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-Macintosh
Mutual fund database/financial planner. See full description
on page 391.
Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-WINDOWS
Mutual fund database/financial planner. See full description
on page 393.
Product: PC Chart
Author: Guru Systems Ltd., 604-299-1010
Version: V1.5 (07-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP
DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $7.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
GEnie, newsletter, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PCE15.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 72717,1651 for assistance); PCC15.ZIP on GEnie in INVEST
forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID G.QUONG for
assistance).
Download size: 720k (about 54 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated technical analysis program that combines
charting, database and telecommunications capabiltities.
Generates stock charts and standard technical indicators such
as moving averages, RSI and Money Flow. Built-in
telecommunication capabilities can be used to download

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historical, end-of-day, and intraday prices from CompuServe,


Dial/Data and GEnie. Supports PC Chart, ASCII and CSI data
formats and up to 400 files in one subdirectory.
Product: Personal Finances 2
Full function personal/small business finance. See full
description on page 395.
Product: Portfolio Manager
Powerful record system for your investments. See full
description on page 402.
Product: Stock Wiz
Author: Informatik Inc., 610.640.0339
Version: 2.0 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; STCKWZ.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76534,1166
for assistance).
SWREG#: 6323
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Multi-dimensional stock price analyser. Using earnings,
growth, term and yield target, system calculates fundamental
stock values. "What-if" calculations. Easy to use. Shows
detail of underlying calculation. An essential tool for
validating stock investment and trading decisions.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 DOS
[***]
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 201-895-5665
Version: 2.1 (11-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor. Lotus
1-2-3 version 2.0 or later; Quattro Pro.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
CompuServe support; bonus data.
Look for: TI123.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-280-8565 to download it at
no charge); TI123.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:LOTUS forum LIBrary
2 (or contact userID 76057,2400 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated portfolio management and technical analysis
template for Lotus 1-2-3 and Quattro Pro. Keeps track of
securities, charts price trends, and makes buy/sell decisions

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based on technical indicators. These indicators include moving


averages, relative strength, momentum, RSI, and many others.
Total Investor maintains both current and historical quotes.
Can be linked to Compuserve, Prodigy, DJN/R, Genie and Signal.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 Window
Portfolio management and charting for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 272.

[***]

Product: Total Investor for Symphony


[***]
Author: Hughes Financial Services, 201-895-5665
Version: 2.1 (09-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Modem.
Lotus Symphony version 1.1 or later.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
CompuServe support; bonus data.
Look for: TISYM.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-280-8565 to download it at
no charge); TISYM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:LOTUS forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 76057,2400 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated portfolio management and technical analysis
template for Lotus Symphony. Can be used to keep track of
securities, chart stocks, and make buy/sell decisions based on
technical indicators. These indicators include moving averages,
momentum, relative strength, RSI, and many others. Updates both
current quotes for your portfolio and historical quotes for
charting and analysis through Dow Jones News Retrieval.
Product: Variable Investment Analyst
Comprehensive investment portfolio management. See full
description on page 404.
Product: Wall Street Simulator - Windows
Author: Larax Software
Version: 1.00 (06-25-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; EGA monitor;
Dual 720k floppy drives; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse; Epson
printer; EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other

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products; discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading


allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WSSW10.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVFOR forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73577,115 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2838
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Realistic simulation of a brokerage account. Allows trades to
be made using real market prices. Analyze results and compare
to other registered users.
8.2 Personal finances
See also: Business, Business finances.
Product: AstroFormulaCalculator 3
Spreadsheet calculator science engin finance. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder
Vehicle operation & maint. logger & reminder. See full
description on page 638.
Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-DOS
Author: Interpretive Software Inc., 804-979-0245
Version: 3.1.93 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $60.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter,
mail support; 1-month limited return policy; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TFM393.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVESTORS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70401,2062
for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a straight-forward presentation of mutual fund
investment alternatives. Designed for investors of all levels
of experience. Search for funds which meet given criteria or
your personal profile. Includes risk and load adjusted
analysis. Detailed information on over 150 funds (800 in
expanded version). Comes with on-line help, newsletter,
references, sample projections and fund family information.

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Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-Macintosh


Author: Interpretive Software Inc., 804-979-0245
Version: 3.1.93 (04-15-94)
Needs: Macintosh, System 6.0.0 or better. 1000k RAM. Macintosh
Plus or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $60.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a straight-forward presentation of mutual fund
investment alternatives. Designed for investors of all levels
of experience. Search for funds which meet given criteria or
your personal profile. Includes risk and load adjusted
analysis. Detailed information on over 150 funds (800 in
expanded version). Includes on-line help, newsletter,
references, sample projections and fund family information.
Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-WINDOWS
Author: Interpretive Software Inc., 804-979-0245
Version: 3.1.93 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Mouse; Epson printer; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $60.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter,
mail support; 1-month limited return policy; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TFM393.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVESTORS forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70401,2062
for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a straight-forward presentation of mutual fund
investment alternatives. Designed for investors of all levels
of experience. Search for funds which meet given criteria or
your personal profile. Includes risk and load adjusted
analysis. Detailed information on over 150 funds (800 in
expanded version). Includes on-line help, newsletter,
references, sample projections and fund family information.

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Product: Financial Analysis For Windows


Author: Gjetaas, Inc., 360-599-2418
Version: 4.0 (08-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe support; 1-month
return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: WINFIN*.ZIP on BBSs; WINFIN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70135,1052 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1627
PsL#: 20337
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
* Mortgage & rule-78 with amortization
* Bonds, bond ladder, T-bills, CDs, BAs
* Black-Scholes options with ability to calc implied
volitility
* Portfolio hedge - buy an index put to protect your stocks
* IRR, MIRR, NPV with 1,900+ cash flows allowed
* Retirement planning: payout increases each year w/
inflation
* Auto lease- select variable to solve
* Days between dates arithmetic, 50 year calendar
* Random number generator
* Plain vanilla: annuity & compound interest
Product: FINANCIAL WIZARD(tm)
Powerful, user friendly financial calculator. See full
description on page 407.

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Product: Home Refinancing


Author: ProDomus, Inc., 203-233-0705
Version: 1.2 (03-21-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $34.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: HOMRF10A.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
718-837-3236 to download it at no charge); HOMRF.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID
74650,3623 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1718
PsL#: 11237
Download size: 552k (about 41 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Will refinancing save money? This caculates the acutal and
time value amount of savings or loss. Points may be
capitalized. Bonus calculators show alternative payment options
(any number of periods per year, payments in advance or
arrears) and amortization schedules with amounts for principal
and interest for the life of the loan and each year. Options
may be saved and printed. Mouse support, DOS GUI (graphical)
or text mode. Multiuser.
Product: LAPC - Loan Advisor for the PC
Author: J.D. Consulting Associates, 518-482-5789
Version: 2.3 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 480k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hard disk; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 450k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Performs loan calculations for any type of fixed rate loan from
one to 50 yrs. It will calculate remaining principle, payoff
effect of principle prepayments and total interest charges.
LAPC is designed as a tool for loan management and for

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comparing various loan parameters for choosing the best


alternative.
Product: Personal Finances 2
Author: Spitfire Software, 404-257-0187
Version: 4.02h (01-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
other products; discounts on upgrades. 3-month free upgrading
allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: PF2-*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 404-419-0888
to download it at no charge); PF2.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73577,442 for
assistance).
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full function personal and small business financial system
for DOS. It supports all types of accounts-checking, credit
card, stock margin, etc. It has integrated subsystems for
multi-year budgeting, accounts pay/rcv, fixed assets/home
inventory, and financial investments. PF2 prints checks, works
with CheckFree, interfaces to TurboTax, imports stock quotes
from Prodigy, and imports Quicken .QIF files. Has on-line user
guide and extensive context sensitive help. Fully supported.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 DOS
[***]
Portfolio manager/technical analysis template. See full
description on page 387.
Product: Total Investor for Symphony
[***]
Portfolio manager/technical analysis template. See full
description on page 388.
Product: Variable Investment Analyst
Comprehensive investment portfolio management. See full
description on page 404.
Product: WinCharging
The Windows credit card manager. See full description on
page 310.
8.2.1 Finances & budgets
Product: Amortz - Loan Schedules & More!
Easy loan calculation system. See full description on
page 404.

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Product: Cash Control


A personal finance and business checkbook. See full
description on page 399.
Product: Charging
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.2 (04-12-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRCRG32.ZIP on BBSs; MLRCRG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPCD forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Lets you easily track your credit card expenditures and
payments. Tallies income tax expenses, home expenses, whatever
you want. Quickeys make data entry fast and easy.
Product: Financial Freedom
Author: M & R Technologies, Inc., 407-951-2268
Version: 2.0 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products.
Look for: FFREED.ZIP on BBSs; FFREED.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 72103,505 for
assistance).
Download size: 644k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features include management of checking and savings, budget
control, loan analysis and amortization, check printing,
automated account reconciliations and strong reporting options.
Very easy to use and is designed for individuals who are new to
Windows or finance management.

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Product: Financial Freedom GOLD


Author: M & R Technologies, Inc., 407-951-2268
Version: 1.0 (03-30-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: FFGOLD.ZIP on BBSs; FFGOLD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 72103,505 for
assistance).
Download size: 649k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features include unlimited bank accounts (checking, savings,
credit cards, etc.), automated account reconciliations,
budgeting, check printing, strong reporting options, billreminder utility, password protection, loan analysis and
amortization, online help and much more!
Product: FPLAN-KWIK Financial&Retire Pln
Author: First Financial Software, 800-736-4920
Version: 1.0 (06-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; KFPLAN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3655
for assistance).
Download size: 625k (about 47 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives a quick analysis of any or all included financial
planning subjects: retirement, education funding, life
insurance, disability, estate preservation, etc. Has option for
US or international subjects/terms. Automatic install program.
Automatic save feature. Tutorial w/printable check-list.
Subject data guides for all items. Financial planning check-up
for suggestions & tips. Automatic insert of other subjects
relevant data in current input module. Quick & easy know & plan
your situation.

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Product: Money Organizer


Author: Redei Enterprises, 310-832-6984
Version: 2.0 (04-11-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. SVGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Modem; XMS memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 1800k (about 134 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Handles unlimited number of checking, savings, credit card,
loan, and personal accounts. Allows complete transactions
between accounts. Provides budgeting and maintains all
transactions by budget categories. Creates reports, compares
the actual transactions with your budgets and graphs the
results. Prints reports in any language including those
writing right-to-left like Hebrew. Stores personal data, phone
numbers, dials or pages. Tells you when something is due to
pay.
Product: PC-GL
General ledger. See full description on page 317.
Product: PCLoan5
Professional loan amortization system. See full description on
page 309.
Product: QuickTax (tm) Planner/Estimator
Author: Bates Engineering/Software, 916-622-1886
Version: 1.04 (10-27-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, mail support; royalty-free
runtime license;
Look for: QTAX04.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A super tax planner and estimator. Ideal for client
interviewing by tax professionals. All 1993 tax data. Get the
most from deductions, credits, IRA, savings plan, pension,
social security, capital gains, dividends, and interest. Get
filing status, dependencies, withholding allowances and

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estimated payments right. Avoid overpayment, underpayment and


penalties. No confusing tax forms to wade through or
understand. Easy entry. Automatic prompts guide you through all
necessary entries.
8.2.2 Checkbook managers
Product: Cash Control
Author: Pipedream Software, 701-746-0163
Version: 1.0 (04-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, newsletter, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: CASHC.ZIP on BBSs (call 801-963-8721 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For people who don't want the complexity of a major accounting
program. Designed with simplicity in mind, the check register
displays the contents like a ordinary hand written register.
While it is simple it also has powerful features. Supports one
or two printers. It has budget help. It installs for personal
or small business. Balance the account, make backups, split
accounts, tax reports and more.
Product: Checkbook Management Program
Author: M. P. Data, 615-349-7744
Version: 5.11 (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 320k RAM.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MPCH51.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-featured checkbook manager. Enter, edit, or delete
transactions. Reconcile bank statement. Print checks (any
format). Numerous reports including expense and income
summaries. No graphics characters - good for screen readers.

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Product: Checking
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.2 (04-12-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRCHK32.ZIP on BBSs; MLRCHK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPCD forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 365k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Lets you keep your checkbook the way you always have. No
accounting and bookkeeping learning curve to conquer. Just
enter your records and it does the tedious parts, like keeping
the running balance, balancing the register, and totaling your
tax deductions at the end of the year. Data entry is easy
thanks to Quickeys.
Product: DJ-CHECK
Print checks on DeskJet printers. See full description on
page 103.
Product: EXPRESSCHECK
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 4.04 (11-18-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 320k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $34.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$23.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy; discounts on
upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CHECK4.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-788-4008 to download it at
no charge); CHECK4.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use checkbook manager. Screens resemble actual checks,
deposit slips and automated teller machine panels. Split
transactions up to 5 ways with over 200 budget codes per
account. Up to 90 accounts. Reports can be printed to show

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totals, monthly totals, average monthly budget code totals and


more. Combined accounts for more detailed reports. Print
checks on any check format. Bill reminder system,
reconciliation, activity log.
Product: Money Organizer
Manages unlimited number of accounts, budget. See full
description on page 395.
Product: QPACS
Author: Richard A. Williams, 815-455-6333
Version: 3.3 (02-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QPAC33.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72317,2073 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10133
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to provide financial management functions for
individuals and families. The following functions are
provided: checkbook entries for up to nine bank accounts;
check printing with a recurring check file; check registers;
budget entry and actual-to-budget reports; ability to record
and track assets, liabilities, and investments; net worth
calculation and printout; index card file and a household
inventory file.

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8.3 Portfolio management


Product: Capital Gainz
Author: AlleyCat Software, Inc., 919-542-6117
Version: 4.0 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 2048k RAM; Hard disk; XMS
memory.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 2-month return policy; bonus utilities; discounts
on upgrades.
Look for: CGZ*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 919-542-6611 to
download it at no charge); CGZ*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:INVFOR
forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID 70431,132
for assistance).
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Portfolio manager for small investors and investment managers.
Ideal for 'dollar-cost averaging' strategy. Record purchases,
sales, dividends, capital gains, splits. Calculate gain/loss,
IRR, & total return. View or print security information over
range of dates. Reinvest dividends, redistribute sale
proceeds. Execute sales using FIFO, LIFO, max gain/loss, ID,
average cost. Variety of reports including tax forms. Single
price entry updates all related securities. Bond discount/
amortization.
Product: DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT
DDE history recorder to access1.1 MDB or text. See full
description on page 406.
Product: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-WINDOWS
Mutual fund database/financial planner. See full description
on page 390.
Product: Loan Master
Complete loan accounting and tracking system. See full
description on page 315.
Product: PCLoan5
Professional loan amortization system. See full description on
page 309.
Product: Personal Finances 2
Full function personal/small business finance. See full
description on page 393.

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Product: Portfolio Manager


Author: Shane Software International, 206-681-2402
Version: 4.5 (12-25-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6).
Look for: PORTMGR*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
206-452-7681 to download it at no charge); PM45-*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:INVEST forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 73060,2370 for assistance).
Download size: 850k (about 63 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tracks most market investments. It also can handle CD's,
savings, limited partnerships, etc. Can maintain up to 5 accts
in 1 portfolio to separate your records for an IRA, spousal
IRA, special purpose account, etc. Will measure portfolio
performance to meet long range goals. It computes ROI,
estimated and actual yields, and other analytical data. It's an
excellent tax preparation and planning tool. 17 reports. Share
selection on sales. Menu driven & mouse compatible.
Product: Savings
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.0 (06-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRSAV30.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This financial recorder lets you keep track of what you have
and where you've stored the necessary documents. When it comes
time to apply for a home loan, for example, Savings proves
invaluable. Simply print your portfolio and have it in hand
when you see the bank's loan representative. That way you'll
have the information the loan rep will want to see, like how
much you have in mutual funds, savings bonds, certificates of
deposit, etc.

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Product: Stock Wiz


Stock price analyser, multi-dimensional. See full description
on page 387.
Product: Total Investor for 1-2-3 Window
Portfolio management and charting for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 272.

[***]

Product: Variable Investment Analyst


Author: Will Baldwin, 913-381-9109
Version: 5.92 (04-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: VARIN592.ZIP on BBSs; VARINV.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:INVFORUM forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76200,275 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2579
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates profit, capital gain, periodic, cumulative, and
average annual total return, internal rate of return (IRR),
buy/sell prices, and other statistics. Produces 12 types of
charts. Can import/export data. It is especially useful for
investments involving multiple cash flows, such as mutual
funds, 401k plans, annuities, and partnerships, but also is
helpful for stocks, bonds, bank accounts, CD's, etc. Has pull
down menus, dialog boxes, and mouse support.
Product: Wall Street Simulator - Windows
Learn how to trade and compete with others. See full
description on page 388.
8.4 Financial calculators
See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Calculators;
Spreadsheet applications; Business, Business utilities, Weights
& measurements.

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Product: Amortz - Loan Schedules & More!


Author: Mountain View Software, 206-845-2744
Version: 1.60 (10-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AMORTZ16.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4398 to download it
at no charge); AMORTZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 74040,533 for assistance);
AMORTZ16.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 30.
SWREG#: 3711
PsL#: 11660
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A very "user friendly" financial loan system designed to be
useful an understandable to everyone - from a CPA putting
together a multi-million dollar deal to a teenager trying to
swing that first car loan. It can calculate any of the loan
variables (principal, interest rate, payment amount, or number
of payments), immediately show loan totals, and then generate a
"payback" schedule which you can review on screen or send to
the printer for a "hardcopy" record of payments.
Product: Financial Analysis For Windows
Analyze large variety of financial instrument. See full
description on page 390.
Product: Math Wiz
Author: Informatik Inc., 610.640.0339
Version: 2.0 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other

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products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MATHWZ.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 76534,1166
for assistance).
SWREG#: 6322
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Versatile, easy-to-use financial calculator. PV, FV, IRR,
periods, payback functions, spreadsheet-type input of irregular
cash flow, save and print functions, view and print multi-term
amortization tables, calendar date calculations, paper tape,
roll-back, cut & paste, trigonometry. Excellent all-purpose
calculator.
Product: OpenHome
Selling property qualification generator. See full description
on page 363.
Product: PCLoan5
Professional loan amortization system. See full description on
page 309.
Product: Personal Finances 2
Full function personal/small business finance. See full
description on page 393.
Product: WinPrice
Picks best deal from any two choices. See full description on
page 408.
8.5 Income tax preparation
Product: Vehicle Costs
Reports on costs involved with vehicle use. See full
description on page 340.
8.6 Finance utilities
Product: Amortz - Loan Schedules & More!
Easy loan calculation system. See full description on
page 402.
Product: Cash Control
A personal finance and business checkbook. See full
description on page 397.
Product: Charging
The only credit card manager. See full description on
page 394.

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Product: DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT


Author: Westerdale AG, 41-62-260935
Version: 1.01.00 (03-31-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; EMS memory; math
coprocessor.
Registration fee: Sfr75.00 (add Sfr12.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add Sfr12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6 months of unlimited phone, fax,
CompuServe, mail support; site license; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DDEREQ.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 100144,2552
for assistance).
Download size: 1105k (about 82 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program will record changes in DDE data through DDE links
e.g. price history can be recorded from Reuters 1000, or profit
& loss can be recorded from Excel and saved in Access v1.1 MDB
or delimeted textfile format. Many DDE links allowed. Unlimited
DDE sources. Can record multiple data items per DDE record
(bid, ask, etc). Records data in Access v1.1 MDB or delimeted
textfile format. Windows NT tested. Fully configurable and has
a totally automatic mode. Can even detect bad DDE data or
prices.
Product: Financial Analysis For Windows
Analyze large variety of financial instrument. See full
description on page 390.
Product: FINANCIAL WIZARD(tm)
Author: SilvaSoft Software, Inc., 615-247-7551
Version: 5.35 (05-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: FINWIZ5.ZIP on BBSs (call 815-886-3233 to download it
at no charge); FW5.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSW forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 71736,316 for assistance).
Download size: 138k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A very prowerful, easy to use investment and loan analysis
program that calculates dozens of personal and business
financial situations with ease. Amortization tables, savings
and investment growth, tax-free vs non-tax free yields, T-bill
analysis, Stock dividend calculations, multiple depreciations,

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date calculations, multiple present and future values, IRA


calculations and retirement planning are just a few of the
options that are built in.
Product: Portfolio Manager
Powerful record system for your investments. See full
description on page 400.
Product: WinPrice
Author: Open Windows, 719-531-0403
Version: 1.0 (02-10-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $9.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy;
bonus utilities; disks of other shareware. 12-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: PRICE_10.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge); PRICE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75236,3243 for assistance).
Download size: 56k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Selects the best pricing between two alternatives. No more
struggling with the "Is 1 liter of GummySlurp for $1.29 a
better buy than 1 gallon for $4.87 ?" issue!! Automatically
accounts for differences in the units used in the two cases and
will give its results in either metric or English units as
desired. Easy to use - educational for children.

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Chapter 9
Engineering
See also: Data, Engineering data; Graphics, CAD/CAM
applications.
9.1 Civil engineering
Product: Beam Cookbook
2D beam solver - linear elastic systems. See full description
on page 411.
9.2 Electrical engineering
Product: ETCAI Electronics Instruction
Electronics learning and training system. See full description
on page 520.
Product: INSTINDX
Author: C T Johnson, Inc, 704-568-9598
Version: 1.0 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.2 or better. 1000k RAM; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return
policy; site license; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: CTJIII.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 704-532-1236 to
download it at no charge); CTJIII.* on CompuServe in CIS:LEAP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72760,1020
for assistance).
SWREG#: 3479
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Relational instrument index that prints (4) index reports: I/O,
address, specs, and full index. Prints instrument, control &
safety valve, and gauge/thermometer data sheets
(specifications). Includes ESTIMATing, CONTROLS, PROCPARM, and
MEASVAR dbs. Linked by pop-up windows to ISA standards for
developing Tags. Limited only by HD size. Menu driven, help at
all screens. Can be customized for complete project management.

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Product: PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems, 609-875-5433
Version: 3.01 (01-24-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
2-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: ECAP301.ZIP on BBSs (call 609-764-0812 to download it
at no charge); ECAP30.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72202,3043 for assistance).
PsL#: 10411
Download size: 174k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This easy-to-use linear circuit analysis program will calculate
gain, phase, group delay, impedance, VSWR, and return loss for
your circuits. Also calculates transient response for one of 8
input waveforms. Completely menu driven. Can analyze circuits
with up to 90 nodes and 1000 components. Built in full screen
text editor with "Help". Full screen file selector. Plots high
res graphs on screen or on IBM/Epson-9/24 pin, HP LaserJet or
HP DeskJet printers. Even makes bipolar transistor models.
Product: Power
Author: Byte O'Software
Version: 1.00 (10-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $49.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, three months of support,
one free upgrade, upgrade discounts.
Look for: PWR100.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 301-862-1527
to download it at no charge); PWR100.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files).
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for (but not limited to) a group of Electronics
Engineers involved in IC circuit design tasks. It calculates
from one or two input files the required current for a set of
IC chips in a circuit design, and provides a means of
information sharing among engineers via a merge operation.
Power maintains a DataBase of IC chip electrical parameters,
allowing users optimum speed of data entry. Features include
optimum ease of data entry, editing, and merging.

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Product: RADIOSIM
Author: BREMENSON
Version: 3.0 (04-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $1,800.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 6-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
12-month free upgrading allowed. 12 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: RADSIM30.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 370k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Simulates a digital/analog radioelectric link in presence of
distorsions and interferences. Technical domains: satellite
transmission, radiolinks, mobile radio, etc. 44 modules
(digital modem, filter, equalizer, TWT, etc.), with variable
parameters. On line contextual Help (120 screens). Typical
resolved problem: BER versus C/N as a function of power amp.
backoff and type/level of interferers Digital modulations: PSK,
OQPSK, QAM, FSK, MSK, etc.
9.3 Industrial engineering
Product: DXF Bill of Materials Generator
Bills of materials from AutoCAD DXF files. See full
description on page 418.
9.4 Mechanical engineering
Product: Beam Cookbook
Author: SoftEngineering, 714-497-3952
Version: 1.00 (10-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet
printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse; EMS memory; math
coprocessor.
Registration fee: $59.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all

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ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. Prodigy


support.
Look for: BCKBK10.ZIP on BBSs; BCKBK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72760,76 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4363
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Solves 2D beams with multiple supports, variable I, hinges,
moment connectors, concentrated loads, moments, uniform loads,
and ramp loads. Springs can be added to the supports, hinges,
and moment connectors. Forced deflection and slopes can be
defined at the supports. You can display or print input data,
reactions, boundary conditions, and beam values. You can also
graphically display or print the beam and shear/moment/slope/
diagrams. (520K min RAM)
Product: J-Works
HVAC load calculation and sizing program. See full description
on page 355.
Product: Steam Properties
Version: 1.0 (06-28-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Mouse.
Registration fee: $60.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 12 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: STEAM10*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); STEAM.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID
100131,2557 for assistance).
SWREG#: 6376
PsL#: 14093
Download size: 530k (about 40 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows application that calculates the properties of steam/
water within a wide range of pressure and temprature. It may be
used for analyzing a number of energy conversion components
used in power plants, such as steam turbines, pumps, boilers
and heat exchangers. The accompanied help file "Thermodynamics
online help" gives a brief description of these components.

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Product: Water and Steam Properties


Author: Katmar Software
Version: 1.2 (08-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WASP12.ZIP on BBSs; WASP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 100100,2050 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3263
PsL#: 11376
Download size: 131k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Replaces and improves on printed steam tables by providing a
wider set of properties, eliminating need to interpolate, and
working in many different units. Will find the conditions for
known values of enthalpy, entropy or density. Has context
sensitive on-line help.
It gives 15 point properties and 17 temperature and pressure
dependent properties for ice, water and steam. Most
correlations cover from -100 to 800 deg C and up to 1000 bar.
Calculated data points match published data very closely.
9.5 Structural analysis
Product: Beam Cookbook
2D beam solver - linear elastic systems. See full description
on page 409.
9.6 Surveying & cartography
See also: Data, Mapping data; Graphics, Business applications,
Mapping/cartography.
Product: Landscape Explorer
3D landscape visualization tool. See full description on
page 573.
Product: MAPIT
Detailed world mapping with GPS data import. See full
description on page 573.

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9.7 Engineering utilities


Product: AstroFormulaCalculator 3
Spreadsheet calculator science engin finance. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Beam Cookbook
2D beam solver - linear elastic systems. See full description
on page 409.
Product: CALC_JNC
The ultimate TSR programmers calculator. See full description
on page 147.
Product: Convert It!(tm) SE
Versatile unit of measure converter. See full description on
page 382.
Product: Grafer Line Graphs for Reports
Author: Lovell's, 803-224-2474
Version: 2.1 (04-15-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts
on other products; discounts on upgrades. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: GRAFER21.ZIP on BBSs; GRAFER.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70404,3470 for
assistance).
Download size: 105k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes ANSI look-alike graphs suitable for scientific and
engineering reports. Line graphs and scatter plots are built
from X-Y data entered from the keyboard, a text file, or the
Clipboard. The "Picture" graphs can be copied to the Clipboard
and pasted into other applications as an adjustable graph.
Saved graphs are in text file format. Printed graphs are
adjustable in size. Learn to graph with the samples included.

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Product: I&M USA


Author: C T Johnson, Inc, 704-568-9598
Version: 1.05 (05-05-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.2 or better. 1000k RAM; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: Hayes-compatible modem; EMS memory.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 2-month
return policy; LAN license; site license; bonus data; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware. 12-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CTJII&.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 704-532-1236 to
download it at no charge); CTJII&.* on CompuServe in CIS:LEAP
forum LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID 72760,1020
for assistance).
SWREG#: 3478
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Process controls directory of manufacturers cross referenced to
Instrument devices, representatives and distributors. Allows
you to look up a device and lists all manufacturers, then you
select a Mfr and it shows you the rep or distributor. You
enter the records and link them through pop-up windows and it
is all menu driven. You can build a relational database for
any products or catagories, however, this version includes
catagories for instruments, most US Engr Assn and Instrument
Tech journals.
Product: INSTINDX
Instr index, prints lists and data sheets. See full
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Product: INSTSPEC
Author: C T Johnson, Inc, 704-568-9598
Version: 1.0 (05-05-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.2 or better. Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet
printer; Epson printer. Lotus v2.x, Allways or WYSIWYG.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Postscript
printer.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 2-month
return policy; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware. 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: INSTSPEC.EXE on BBSs (call 704-532-1236 to download it
at no charge); INSPEC.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:LEAP forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72760,1020 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3480
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Produce professional looking process controls instrument data
sheets for purchasing and engineering design. Based on ISA
outdated manual entry forms, but, updated for modern controls.
Uses DTP fonts to give professional appearence, not just ASCII
text. Made for HP Laser, but, works with dot matrix if you
presently have Lotus Allways or WYSIWYG. 35 Templates in all
from annunciators through control valves.
Product: Judy's TenKey
Powerful, flexible Windows calculator. See full description on
page 148.
Product: METRIC-X
Metric-English-Metric conversion utility. See full description
on page 381.
Product: Power
Calculates total IC circuit current. See full description on
page 408.
Product: SmartDraw
Drag & drop flowcharting & draw for Windows. See full
description on page 571.

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Product: Steam Properties


Helpful for analyzing power plants. See full description on
page 410.
Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!
Pascal math function toolkit. See full description on
page 499.

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Product: REALIZE
Full converter from .DXF to POV raytracer. See full
description on page 569.
9.8 Software tools & add-ins
9.8.1 For multiple programs
Product: Playground
Tool for building object models. See full description on
page 453.
9.8.2 For other
Product: Mathplot
Mathematical function plotting program. See full description
on page 450.
Product: Nominal Pipe Size for Windows
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 2.1 (03-28-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support. 3-month
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PIPEW2.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72060,1153
for assistance).
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays dimensional, weight and flow capacity data for a wide
range of piping materials and sizes (over 3000 sizes of
standard and specialty pipes in over 25 materials). A must for
all piping engineers and students.
Product: Nonlin
Linear and nonlinear statistical regression. See full
description on page 447.

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Product: NPS - Nominal Pipe Size


Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd, 519-366-2732
Version: 2.1 (10-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: 3 months of support. 2-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PIPE2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72060,1153
for assistance).
Download size: 97k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays dimensional, weight and flow capacity data for a wide
range of piping materials and sizes. (Over 2000 sizes of
standard and specialty pipes in over 25 different materials).
Easy to use menu driven format with user selectable dimensional
units (US, Imperial or metric) and display colors. A must for
all piping engineers and students.
9.9 Other
Product: DXF Bill of Materials Generator
Author: Annabec Business Services, 216-674-5444
Version: DOS1.00 (03-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Epson
printer.
Registration fee: $33.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; discounts on
upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ANNA-BOM.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:ACAD forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID
75452,3723 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4335
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Generates bills of materials (BOM) from AutoCAD DXF files. The
system counts "Blocks" any of which may be included or excluded
in the BOM. TAGs may be inserted & edited in the descriptions.
The descriptions are fully editable as are the BOM page and
column headers. Context sensitive, on-line help is available
for most operations. The generator prints the BOM or saves it
as a delimited file.

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Product: PROP OPTIMIZER (tm)


Author: Bates Engineering/Software, 916-622-1886
Version: 1.90 (10-27-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, mail support; royalty-free runtime
license; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PROP19.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designs propellers for experimental and commercial aircraft. A
mathematical optimizer drives design variables to determine the
best propeller diameter, pitch, blade area and number of blades
for maximum cruise speed in a single pass optimization. Primary
input is engine horsepower versus rpm and drag area input. Drag
area may be determined from a recorded aircraft performance or
estimated. Many educational and explanatory screens. Online
help is provided for easy input.

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10.1 General-purpose modem communications
Product: BBS Communications
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 2.18 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Modem.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k
floppy drives; Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; LAN license; site license; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: BBS218.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); BBS218.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCBBS forum LIBrary
0 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance); BBS218.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 68k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A general communications program for uploading and downloading
files to/from bulletin board systems. Many protocols including
ASCII, Xmodem, Ymodem, Zmodem, and Kermit with multiple
variations. Keeps of track of last time each BBS called and
how long spent on each one. Easy to set up and use.
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software, 310-439-6104
Version: 2.93 (11-17-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM. Modem or serial
port.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of support; bonus utilities.
Look for: CA29-*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 310-439-7714
to download it at no charge); CA29-*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73147,2665 for assistance); CA29-*.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum

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LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact userID TARTAN for


assistance).
Download size: 771k (about 57 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A general purpose communications program that may be used by
itself, or with several integrated accessories. Provides
standard comm program functions: dialing directories, macros,
disk log and backscreen, binary and ASCII file transfers,
scripted execution, ASCII text editor, and so on. Included are
scripts providing a file/directory management (FILEMGR), a
learning mode (LEARN), modem/modemless PC to PC file copy
(PC-2-PC) and more.
Product: CTS Serial Port Utilities
Serial port diagnositic and control utilities. See full
description on page 83.
Product: FAXHAVEN
HQFAX ver 2 PLUS one-touch FAX receive help. See full
description on page 439.
Product: HQ-FAX (1-Step High Quality FAX
One-step high quality FAX. See full description on page 439.
Product: Link
Author: Target Software, +81-3-3207-4553
Version: 2.1 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hayescompatible modem; Mouse; XMS memory; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: LINK.ZIP on BBSs; LINK.ZIP on GEnie in 1212 forum
LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 4204
PsL#: 14098
Download size: 162k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Connects your communications program to your callback service.
It will automize the connect procedure and start your
communications program allowing you to swiftly connect to your
server. You can also voice dial, time your calls and keep a
record of both voice and computer time. You can also print your
records.
Product: Open Menu
Flexible fast general purpose menu program. See full
description on page 188.

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Product: VB-Dial
Multimedia phone dialer/comm package. See full description on
page 157.
Product: wfListen
Author: Prodigy Computing
Version: 3.00 (03-28-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Modem. WinFax Pro
(version 2 or 3) or WinFax Lite.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $6.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WFLIS300.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
909-681-6221 to download it at no charge); WFLISN.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:DELRINA forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 73770,660 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2113
Download size: 233k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For fax-modem owners who use WinFax Pro from Delrina, and who
also use a DOS- or Windows-based comms program. It disables and
re-enables WinFax auto receive (AR). This is useful with comms
programs because they require you to disable AR while they are
running, and it's easy to forget to switch AR back on. Will
silently disable AR, launch your comms program, wait for it to
finish, and then re-enable AR. Optional installable languages:
French and German.
Product: WinNET Mail for MS Windows
Author: COMPUTER WITCHCRAFT, INC., 502-589-6800
Version: 2.11 (03-24-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk; Modem.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $99.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime limited return policy;
bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of
other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WNMAIL??.ZIP on BBSs; WNMAIL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 76130,1463 for
assistance).
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows MDI application that provides access to any Internet/
Usenet UUCP service. Account setup with WinNET service is
automatic and the software is extremely easy to use with point
and click functionality and low cost 800 number access. Full
access to 6000+ news groups including Clarinet and alt groups.
Has integrated mail and article threading news reader, 14.4KB

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v.42bis store forward connect, dial-up scheduler, on-line help,


integrated uuencode/decode, and user-definable folders, and
more.
10.2 Service-specific programs
Product: Link
Connects program to callback service. See full description on
page 419.
10.2.1 For CompuServe
Product: CIS Billing Orgainizer
Version: 2.1 (07-28-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. CGA monitor; Hard
disk; Modem.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CISBIL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71116,302 for
assistance).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Orgainize captured CompuServe billing records. This program
will accumulate captured billing for viewing and/or printing.
Maintains one cum file for each year. Current and previous
year can be operated on by program. Requires that you capture
your own billing records. The process is fully described in
the docs. (Capturing billing is a free CompuServe service.)
Product: COM-AND
Communications and accessories. See full description on
page 418.
Product: Off-line CIS Catalog Viewer
Version: 1.11 (05-26-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM, hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of support;
bonus data.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CISREF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71116,302 for
assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
View forum catalog library full description files after you
have downloaded one or more from CIS. It will work on any
catalog description file using the identical format as the
IBMNET forums (as of 1-1-92). Search and mark files for later
printing after all browsing is done. Does not do the download
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Product: PC Chart
Charting program for stocks & commodities. See full
description on page 386.
Product: Recon
Author: Amdox Corp.
Version: 2.50 (09-19-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $38.00 (add $7.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: RECON.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); RECON.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:TAPCIS forum LIBrary 2 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 76672,1273 for assistance).
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
CompuServe message file manager, with message/reply editor &
script generator, pulldown menus & command line mode. New
PreScan summary for files. Handles forum messages, CMail &
INTERNET. Keeps files trimed and sorted into context, Menu
SHELL organizes your navigator & add-ons. Sysop commands,
changes immediately reflected in file. Powerful file navigation
& viewing, multiple sorts, duplicate deletion, filters, search,
print, edit, delete, move or auto-age messages. Context
sensitive help.
10.2.2 For GEnie
Product: Alad_IRQ
Author: Computer Telecommunication Systems, Inc., 404-263-8623
Version: 1.0 (12-27-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 8k RAM; Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.


12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ALAIRQ10.EXE on BBSs; ALAIRQ10.EXE on GEnie in
ALADDINSUP forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID J.JERRIM for
assistance).
Download size: 31k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows the GEnie Aladdin software to use any IRQ (2-7, 9-12, 14
or 15) supported by your serial port or modem. Creates a runtime environment for Aladdin that uses 8k of RAM.
Product: PC Chart
Charting program for stocks & commodities. See full
description on page 386.
10.2.3 For Internet
Product: WebForms
Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 1.0h (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Modem.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WBFRM10H.ZIP on BBSs; WBFRM.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINAPD forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 6011
PsL#: 14064
Download size: 1000k (about 74 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you create HTML forms for posting on the World Wide Web
with no prior HTML knowledge! Consists of two modules. The
Forms Generator, lets you design the form to your
specifications and creates the HTML file automatically. Then
you just upload the form to your Web Server and wait for the
responses to roll in to your Internet mailbox. The Response
Reader decodes the messages you receive and loads them into a
table for easy viewing. Great for order-taking!
10.3 Bulletin boards
Product: COM-AND
Communications and accessories. See full description on
page 418.

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Product: ES-NEWS
Network login news manager. See full description on page 428.
Product: MegaHost
Author: ASCII Computer Enterprises
Version: 2.21 (09-02-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives; Modem.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS support; 3-month return policy; runtime
license; bonus utilities. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MHST221.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 209-836-2402
to download it at no charge); MH221.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMBBS forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70370,124 for assistance); MH221.ZIP on GEnie in BBS forum
LIBrary 4 (multiple files) (or contact userID D.MANKIN for
assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A serious multi-user BBS designed for ease of use. Includes BTree indexed databases, ringback, callback, built-in & external
file transfers, ANSI, RIP, NAPLPS, BIG, & CONDOR graphics,
dynamic or custom menus, bulletins, questionnaire, chat, doors,
multiple security levels, file area PW's, front end mailer &
echo mail door support, interrupt driven send & receive
buffers, NS16550A FIFO, 16.8 kbps modems, database sharing
under Desqview, Windows, Novell, Banyon Vines, or any SHARE
compatible network.
Product: Notice Board
Notice board/information system for LANs. See full description
on page 437.

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Product: PowerBBS for Windows


Author: PowerBBS Computing, 516-938-0506
Version: 2.50 (08-09-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 600k RAM; CGA
monitor; Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
source code. 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PBBSW25.ZIP on BBSs (call 516-822-7396 to download it
at no charge); PBBS25.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMBBS forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71155,2035 for assistance).
Download size: 720k (about 54 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you run a multi-node BBS in the background! Easy to
understand GUI manual. Supports ASCII/ANSI/RIP graphics
screens. QWK-MAIL support included; QWK-NETWORKING; FIDO
Networking GUI config, includes an advanced GUI file editing
program. Upload testing, file viewing, ratio testing, visual
editor CD-ROM support, X;Y;Zmodem/ HS-LINK, up to 1000 forums,
run DOS doors in the background, PowerLang script language,
create your own menus!
Product: x-FORUM3
Network message forum system. See full description on
page 432.
Product: x-FORUM4
Network message forum system for Windows. See full description
on page 433.
Product: x-NEWS3
Network news login system. See full description on page 438.
10.3.1 Bulletin board utilities
Product: BBS Communications
BBS communications for uploading/downloading. See full
description on page 418.
Product: Medieval War Door
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.0 (02-21-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
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page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.


Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MEDOOR10.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); MEDOO*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCBBS forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
Download size: 86k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A BBS door game of medieval war/strategy. From 2-6 players
compete on a map of up to 100 x 100 and up to 50 games may be
played simultaneously. Almost any BBS may be configured to play
it including PCBoard and Wildcat!
10.4 Networks
See also: Utilities, Menu systems & file managers.
Product: ACTION Process Automator
Triggers predetermined actions in Windows. See full
description on page 123.
Product: COMpanion
Author: Oxford House Software
Version: 1.2 (08-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 12k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$14.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on upgrades. 2 EBD connectors, COM Finder, 50'
cable, inline coupler, flipping cable.
Look for: COMP12.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4398 to download it at
no charge); COMP12.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMCOM forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 72603,3215 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3861
Download size: 96k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Access disks and printers on another PC using a remote drive
letter and LPT3. Average transfer rate 14K bytes/sec. using EBD
connectors (7K using standard null modem). Disk device driver
on client PC uses 12 Kbytes, server 30K. Use DESQview(tm) and
Stacker(r) to network 3 to 5 PCs (DOS 3.2+). Dynamic mapping of
1 to 4 drive letters. Drives and printers accessible from
Windows(tm). Does not use interrupts, so will not conflict with
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Product: ES-NEWS
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 2.29 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $249.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ESNEWS.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4279
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides for login new and bulletin display per predefined
news/user groups. Includes built-in administration of news
text, display options, and user groups. Network-aware of both
Banyan VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).
Product: NETWORK QUOTABLES
Author: Greg Bixby, 313-737-9406
Version: 2.01a (02-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $75.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited BBS support; bonus data.
Look for: NTQT20.ZIP on BBSs (call 313-737-2912 to download it at
no charge); NTQT20.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NOVUSER forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 71674,731 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Be greeted with famous, witty and thought-provoking daily
quotes on standalone or network PCs. Make your network
interesting and fun. The same quote can be displayed for all
network users on a particular day. Can be run as a non-TSR
screen saver with optional user message. An optional network
administrators message can be displayed below the quote. Add,
edit, delete, print or search quotes.

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Product: Power Edit


Author: Target Software, +81-3-3207-4553
Version: 2.02 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Network
(LAN); XMS memory; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; sound card.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 6 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: POWREDIT.ZIP on BBSs; POWREDIT.ZIP on GEnie in 1213
forum LIBrary 0.
SWREG#: 5674
PsL#: 14096
Download size: 331k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful network tool allowing spellchecking, file
encryption, sending and viewing Email and advanced editing
options. Plus full control of desktop including fonts, sounds
and colors. Opens numerous file types and gives user control
over his network Email. Customizable toolbar with ruler and
multiple statusbars.
Product: Search-N-Store
Fast network or standalone database. See full description on
page 279.
Product: x-CAL3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 3.31 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XCAL3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1110
PsL#: 10884
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features private, alternate, and workgroup calendaring with
meeting scheduler, online help, TSR option, and x-CAL3
administration. Easy-to-use and network-aware of both Banyan
VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).

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Product: x-CON3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.44 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; LAN
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XCON3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1123
PsL#: 10885
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features up to 99 different contact groups (including private),
user security per group, configurable prompts, TSR mode, online
help, and x-CON3 administration. Easy-to-use and network-aware
of both Banyan VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).
Product: x-FILE3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.74 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XFILE3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1124
PsL#: 10886
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows controlled access to public files with selectable
upload/download access, filtered listings, TSR mode, online
help, and x-FILE3 administration. Easy-to-use and network-aware
of both Banyan VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).

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Product: x-FONE3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 2.18 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XFONE3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1111
PsL#: 10887
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features custom-defined prompts, display sorts, TSR mode,
online help, built-in security levels, and x-FONE3
administration. Easy-to-use and network-aware of both Banyan
VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).
Product: x-FONE4
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.25 (06-18-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $249.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; LAN license; site
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XFONE4.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4280
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features custom-defined prompts, display sorts, online help,
multi-level security, display update, import options, and
built-in x-FONE4 administration. Low-cost, easy-to-use, and
simple-to-manage. Network-aware of both Novell NetWare(R) and
Banyan VINES(R).

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Product: x-FORUM3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.28 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XFORUM.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1311
PsL#: 10942
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A workgroup conferencing system offering up to 26 message
forums, interactive or read-only forum types, message create/
read/reply, new message indicators, TSR mode, online help, and
x-FORUM3 administration. Easy-to-use and network-aware of
Banyan VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).
Product: x-FORUM4
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.12 (06-18-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $249.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; LAN license; site
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XFORUM4.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5494
Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
BBS-like system for networks features 99 different message
forums with unlimited messages per forum, user access per
forum, user manage access per forum, message read/create/reply,
text import/export, clipboard cut/paste, online help, multilevel security, and built-in x-FORUM4 administration. Low-cost,
easy-to-use, and simple-to-manage. Network-aware of both Novell
NetWare(R) and Banyan VINES(R).

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Product: x-OUT3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.44 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XOUT3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1126
PsL#: 10889
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows dynamic tracking of office in/out status of users with
default comment/contact information, alternate access, refresh
options, online help, and x-OUT3 administration. Easy-to-use
and network-aware of both Banyan VINES(R) and Novell
NetWare(R).
Product: x-OUT4
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.31 (06-18-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $249.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; LAN license; site
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XOUT4.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4281
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features in, out, and in-but-unavailable status, login versus
display names, alternate user access, color-status icons when
minimized, display sorts, online help, multi-level security,
display update, import options, and built-in x-OUT4
administration. Low-cost, easy-to-use, and simple-to-manage.
Network-aware of both Novell NetWare(R) and Banyan VINES(R).

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Product: x-SKED3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.58 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 384k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XSKED3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1127
PsL#: 10890
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features custom-defined room and resource definition prompts,
summary/detail/weekly calendars, event scheduler, TSR mode,
online help, and x-SKED3 administration. Easy-to-use and
network-aware of both Banyan VINES(R) and Novell NetWare(R).
10.4.1 Modem-based networks
See also: Communications, Remote computer access.
Product: Link
Connects program to callback service. See full description on
page 419.
Product: WinNET Mail for MS Windows
Internet/Usenet access. See full description on page 420.
10.4.2 Network utilities
Product: ES-NMB
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.25 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $249.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ESNMB.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1729
PsL#: 11067
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features display of news and bulletins in graphics mode at user
login. Includes 36 different font sizes/types, selectable color
and shade, PCX/GIF view, and complete NMBA administration
system.
Product: Hands On Remote Control/Access
Full featured remote support. See full description on
page 438.

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Product: Jokes & Quotes


Author: Michael L. Wester, 919-552-0767
Version: 1.4 (02-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 3 months of unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support; LAN license; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; JQ14.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73307,3547 for
assistance).
Download size: 333k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Network ready or standalone, daily message display system.
Nearly 4000 jokes, quotes, stories, maxims, axioms, platitudes
& more can be selected from 25 "on screen" categories. Options
to print to any port, random select quotes, screen blanker,
change colors, reset category to any record and more! Send
messages across the net to all or special messages to selected
users, limit number of quotes displayed, administrator controls
categories displayed & more. Full mouse support & context
sensitive help.
Product: LAN Menu
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 2.05 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; LAN license; site license; bonus

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utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other


shareware; discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: LAN205.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); LAN205.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NOVUSER forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
LAN205.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 192k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu and security system for all DOS based networks. Has up
to 10,000 menu entries that can run any programs, commands, or
batch files across the network. Includes password protection.
Product: NeMenu
Author: Just-In-Time Computing Services, 607-539-6609
Version: 1.01 (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 325k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk; Network (LAN). DEC Pathworks(tm) Network.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 2-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: NEMENU10.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it
at no charge); NMENU1.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:DECPCI forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73020,3205 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A PATHWORKS specific command menu that aids the network user in
connecting and disconnecting file and printer services and
gives the user access to print jobs, SETHOST and NETSETUP
commands through an attractive on-screen menu. Designed for
users not familiar with network command syntax. Features
include full mouse support, and a built-in screen blanker. Easy
installation and simplistic use, as well as an attractive onscreen display make it a nice alternative to the USE command.

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Product: Notice Board


Author: Cornerstone Software Limited, 01044-61-904-8143
Version: 2.2 (03-07-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $95.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: NB22.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it at
no charge); NB22.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:NOVUSER forum LIBrary
8 (or contact userID 71461,556 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1570
PsL#: 11044
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides all of the facilities of an office notice board on the
PCs attached to your network, and a menu system (without memory
overhead), rolled into one. As well as key notices, which
appear automatically whenever the package is run, it has a
simple-to-use menu structure allowing users to browse through a
potentially huge database of further information. In use in
the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia by everyone from
government agencies to schools.
Product: x-NEWS3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation, 407-344-3322
Version: 1.57 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Network (LAN).
Registration fee: $132.50
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; LAN license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XNEWS3.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:NVENB forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 72007,571 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1125
PsL#: 10888
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows posting of bulletins and announcements at user login,
including automatic tracking of displayed notices per user,
configurable display intervals, and imbedded color text command
macros. Easy-to-use and network-aware of both Banyan VINES(R)
and Novell NetWare(R).
10.5 Remote computer access
See also: Communications, Networks, Modem-based networks.

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Product: Hands On Remote Control/Access


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Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 5.5 (08-29-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); registration commissions. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: HANDSON.ZIP on BBSs; HANDSON.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCCOM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 75020,2664 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4509
Download size: 750k (about 56 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Full featured DOS remote support, access, or control. Its
modular design encourages use in a wide range of situations,
including very small ram availability. Has wide selection of
options and can be customised to fit local needs. Includes 465
modem setup strings. Many internal revisions, including
changes to help it run under OS/2 and the Windows variants up
to WIN95.
10.6 Fax machines & fax cards
Product: FAXHAVEN
Author: HTF Consulting, 510-521-1689
Version: 1.0 (10-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hercules monitor;
Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem. faxmodem with software
(BITFAX, QUICK-LINK, Frecom, Complete PC).
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 4 months of phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Access for processing of received FAXes. View, print, convert
to other graphic, archive, delete. DOS-based, Funxn-Key driven.
Parks disk drive heads. Alerts user to received FAxes.

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Product: HQ-FAX (1-Step High Quality FAX


Author: HTF Consulting, 510-521-1689
Version: 2.0 (09-30-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 4 months of
unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus data; bonus
fonts; bonus graphics; discounts on other products; discounts
on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS-based, Funxn-Key driven. Converts and sends documents in 1
step. uses Epson LQ print files as input. Produces a variety of
output formats. Works with FAX modem products; BITFAX,
QUICKLINK, FRECOM, Complete PC. Many value-adding features for
your FAX modem. Variety of fonts & type-sizes. Integrated
graphics, custom forms.
Product: wfListen
Mediates between comms program & WinFax. See full description
on page 420.
10.7 Voice mail systems
Product: Folders
Personal information manager network email. See full
description on page 170.
Product: Link
Connects program to callback service. See full description on
page 419.
10.8 Call logging & analysis
See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Phone dialers.
Product: BBS Communications
BBS communications for uploading/downloading. See full
description on page 418.
Product: dbDIAL(tm)
7k TSR database/dialer. See full description on page 159.
Product: PCFDial
Powerful 7k TSR voice/fax screen autodialer. See full
description on page 156.

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10.8.1 Phone bill analyzers


See also: Business, Business finances, Billing/invoice systems.
Product: Qanalyst
Author: Barn Owl Software, 618-632-7345
Version: 2.05 (09-19-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive. Qmodem v3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $22.50 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail
support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: QANA-205.ZIP on BBSs; QANLYS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCCOM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 74017,1344 for
assistance); QANA-205.ZIP on GEnie in QMODEM forum LIBrary 1
(or contact userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Analyzes Qmodem log files so you know how much you SPEND on
modem calls. Great for CompuServe & GEnie users! Keeps track
of holidays when rates go down. Analyzes uploads & downloads
too, including the cost to transfer files. Powerful
maintenance facility keeps Qmodem log files as small as
possible. Uses Call Data Standard phone-rate files.
10.9 File transfer protocols
Product: BBS Communications
BBS communications for uploading/downloading. See full
description on page 418.
Product: COM-AND
Communications and accessories. See full description on
page 418.
Product: Hands On Remote Control/Access
Full featured remote support. See full description on
page 436.

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Product: PCM100.COM
Author: Charier Consultants Services, 331-4001-9415
Version: 1.01 (08-25-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Serial port (COM1/COM2), null
modem cable, TRS-80 Model 100/200.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of support; source code.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PCM100.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73170,2176 for
assistance).
Download size: 28k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A communications program allowing text files exchanges between
a TRS-80 Model 100 hand-held computer (or compatible) and any
PC-XT (or close compatible, like the Tandy 1000 PC) via the
serial port (RS-232C) and a null-modem adapter. Most of upper
ASCII characters are automatically translated as well during
downloading as well as uploading.
Product: Safe Program
Lock files in a software safe - Email secure. See full
description on page 45.
10.10 Communication utilities
Product: BBS Communications
BBS communications for uploading/downloading. See full
description on page 418.
Product: CTS Serial Port Utilities
Serial port diagnositic and control utilities. See full
description on page 83.
Product: DBKIT
[***]
Xbase programming & maintenance. See full description on
page 293.
Product: FSLOGIN
Full screen login program for Novell networks. See full
description on page 444.
Product: Hands On Remote Control/Access
Full featured remote support. See full description on
page 436.
Product: Snooper
Fast, friendly, powerful system info utility. See full
description on page 133.

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Product: WatchDog
Author: Software & Consulting, +43-1-876-46-090
Version: 1.21 (10-30-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 1k RAM.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: lifetime CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WTCHDG.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMBBS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100015,551 for
assistance).
Download size: 13k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
v/ A resident utility to monitor the activity of a COM port
(carrier) and DOS.
v/ Its main use is with BBS software that hands control to
e.g. a shell program. When the shell program hangs or
carrier loss is detected the serial port DTR is dropped
(hangup) and the machine is rebooted.
v/ A ring count watch has been added. This allows to reboot
when the BBS program fails to go off-hook. The ring watch
can be customized and be disabled.
Product: WinNET Mail for MS Windows
Internet/Usenet access. See full description on page 420.
10.10.1 File format translators
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File sorting & conversion.
Product: PCM100.COM
File transfer utility for PC <-> Model 100. See full
description on page 439.
10.11 Software tools & add-ins
10.11.1 For multiple programs
Product: Hands On Remote Control/Access
Full featured remote support. See full description on
page 436.

[***]

Product: WatchDog
Carrier watchdog program for BBSs. See full description on
page 440.
Product: wfListen
Mediates between comms program & WinFax. See full description
on page 420.

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10.11.2 For TAPCIS


Product: Recon
Full management of CompuServe message files. See full
description on page 422.
10.11.3 For PCBoard
Product: Medieval War Door
BBS door game for medieval war/strategy. See full description
on page 425.
10.11.4 For Qmodem
Product: Qanalyst
Phone bill analyzer for people who use Qmodem. See full
description on page 439.
10.11.5 For OzCIS
Product: Recon
Full management of CompuServe message files. See full
description on page 422.
10.11.6 For other
Product: COM-AND
Communications and accessories. See full description on
page 418.
Product: Recon
Full management of CompuServe message files. See full
description on page 422.
Product: Tag Line Xpress
Author: Ron Janorkar, 212-334-1243
Version: 4.00 (05-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk. QWK mail
reader software.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail
support; disks of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: TAGLX400.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-716-6198 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 215k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Enhanced tagline manager for offline mail readers. Offers
unlimited taglines, installs automatically into several
readers, has a built in quoter and signature manager, steal
every tagline from QWK and Blue Wave mail packets, even
suggests taglines based on the subject and message content.

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10.12 Other
Product: FSLOGIN
Author: Confirm
Version: 2.01 (07-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 340k RAM; Network (LAN).
Novell NetWare 2.15 - 4.01.
Registration fee: $129.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6
months of fax, CompuServe, mail support; LAN license. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FSL201.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NOVUSER forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 100334,572
for assistance).
Download size: 110k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
All users hooked to a Novell network have at least one thing in
common: they must login to gain access to applications & data.
This program enhances the way you login to a server by
providing a full-screen Novell style menu. It does extensive
checking of accounting and security exceptions before actually
logging in. Supports NetWare Directory services as well as
bindery bases servers.
Product: Teleshare/DOS Remote Access
[***]
Author: P. C. Softsmith, 604-433-5189
Version: 3 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 20k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Modem.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 3 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); registration commissions. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TS3*.ZIP on BBSs; TS3*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCCOM
forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 75020,2664 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4510
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Good basic remote support and access to 115200 baud. Has small
RAM presence and snappy screen updates, enabling its use in
workplace settings avoided by others. Minimally intrusive and
easily customized to fit your needs. Can be installed as an
add-in (eg to telix), and or with your software package.

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Chapter 11
Mathematics
See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Calculators; Education,
Math.
11.1 General math
Product: AstroFormulaCalculator 3
Spreadsheet calculator science engin finance. See full
description on page 270.
Product: Equatron
Beat the computer at solving the equation. See full
description on page 677.
Product: Math Bingo
Learn math facts while playing bingo. See full description on
page 509.
Product: Math Wiz
Financial calculator. See full description on page 403.
Product: MERLIN'S MATH
Game teaches multiplication & long division. See full
description on page 512.
Product: Mouse Math
[***]
A whimsical verbal math drill program. See full description on
page 532.
Product: Treasure Hunt Math
Math in arcade-style game for home & school. See full
description on page 513.
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc., 212-262-4481
Version: 1.1 (03-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Master disks.
Look for: WNGRPH1.ZIP on BBSs; WNGRPH.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINADV forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 76477,2113 for
assistance); WNGRPH1.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID XTY61333 for assistance).
Download size: 83k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This equation graphing program for Windows 3.x includes:
cartesian coordinate graphs in 2D and 3D, polar coordinate
graphs, solutions to equations, simultaneous 2D graphs,
variable solution ranges, rotation and zoom of 3D graphs,

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printing, and use of the Windows clipboard for transferring


graphs to other applications. New to version 1.1 is a context
sensitive button bar interface and better multi-tasking
support.
Product: XYSee
Author: Insight Advantage, 817-346-9116
Version: 4.0a (09-04-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM; Program can
run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy
disk drive; VGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Mouse; Epson printer; CD-ROM drive.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities; bonus data; bonus templates; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed.
1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: XYSEE4.ZIP on BBSs; XYSEE4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 73627,3532 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3309
PsL#: 10176
Download size: 189k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Middle/High school & College visual math for Windows & DOS.
Highly interactive, visually oriented, Algebra, Geometry &
Trigonometry supplement. Covers SAT, ACT, & Math Placement
Material from points to parametrics. Sensational 3-D interface
with colorful icons, button bars, & in-cell editing. Includes
comprehensive Tutorial, Multi-level feature help & printable
performance reports. Auto-installs, and starts from Windows
icon or DOS prompt.
11.2 Statistics
Product: Lotto Challenger
Lottery analysis for Pick 5 and 6 lotteries. See full
description on page 625.

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Product: Nonlin
Author: Phillip H. Sherrod, 615-292-2881
Version: 2.4 (06-25-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: NONLIN*.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4193 to download it
at no charge); NONLIN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 76166,2640 for assistance).
Download size: 194k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Determines the values of parameters for an equation, whose form
you specify, that cause the equation to best fit a set of data
values. Handles linear, multivariate, polynomial, and general
nonlinear equations. You specify form of equation using normal
algebraic notation. Can plot data and equation. Can also find
the root of a nonlinear equation. Forty page manual explains
regression analysis and provides many examples. Best shareware
regression program available. In use at many labs.
Product: PCStat
Author: PC Information Systems, 702-342-0376
Version: 2.7 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $3.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $3.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $3.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: PCSTAT27.ZIP on BBSs (call 702-849-2209 to download it
at no charge); PCSTAT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71360,72 for assistance);
PCSTAT27.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID R.SCHOENBECK for assistance).
Download size: 315k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Superb descriptive statistics report program for varible data.
Easy to use even for statistics or computer novices. Lotus like
user interface enhanced with pull-down menus. Sample report.
Context sensitive help. Accepts Lotus, ASCII, DIF and prepared
dBase data. Manual keying in of data also possible. Reports are
professional and uncomplicated to comprehend. Ideal for many
business and industry situations.

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Product: Simstat
Author: Provalis Research, 514-899-1672
Version: 3.0e (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 356k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; discounts on upgrades. 6-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SIMST*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71760,2103 for assistance).
PsL#: 10645
Download size: 480k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy & powerful statistical analysis with pulldown menus
context sentitive help & mouse support. Reads ASCII, dBase,
Lotus, SPSS files. Performs descriptive, frequency, crosstab,
breakdown, multiple responses, t-test, n-way anova/ancova,
linear, nonlinear & multiple regression, time-series,
reliability, ROC curves, nonparametric tests, & powerful
bootstrap resampling analysis. Prints hi-res graphs (bar, pie,
Pareto, histogram, ogive, box-&-whisker, scatterplot, etc.) on
most printers/plotters.
Product: Windows Lotto
Analysis & wheeling for Pick 5 & 6 lotteries. See full
description on page 626.

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11.3 Function & curve plotting


Product: FDplot
Author: Abri Technologies, Inc.
Version: 1.3 (07-12-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 100k RAM; CGA monitor.
GWBASIC or QBASIC.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; discounts on upgrades;
registration commissions.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FDPLOT.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:SCIENCE forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72345,1623
for assistance).
Download size: 15k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A data and scientific function plotting package intended for
upper high-school or college students and instructors. It is
menu driven, fast and less fuss to use than most graphics
calculators.
Product: Mathplot
Author: Phillip H. Sherrod, 615-292-2881
Version: 3.2 (11-21-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support.
3-month return policy.
Look for: MATHPL*.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4193 to download it
at no charge); MATHPL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 76166,2640 for assistance).
Download size: 125k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1992 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Lets you enter complicated mathematical functions using
ordinary algebraic notation and immediately plot them on the
screen or an HP LaserJet printer. Cartesian, polar, and
parametric equations are supported and up to 4 functions can be
displayed at once. Scaling is automatic and you can control
axis display and grid lines. A rich set of library routines is
provided. An excellent program for anyone who needs to quickly
visualize mathematical functions.

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Product: Nonlin
Linear and nonlinear statistical regression. See full
description on page 445.
Product: PLOTTER
Author: Wells Computing Services, 813-447-0604
Version: 7.1 (07-04-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse; Epson printer;
math coprocessor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
mail support; 1-month limited return policy; site license;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PLOTR71.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DOS program for data plotting and analysis. The program
includes a data editor, curve fitting, Fast Fourier Transforms
and digital filtering. Features include flexible plot
labelling, data value cursor, printer hard copy and PCX screen
output. This compact and versatile program is ideal for
graphing and analyzing data from lab experiments, computer
simulations and data acquisition systems. Comes with on-line
instructions.
Product: XYSee
Mid/Hi-school visual math for Windows & DOS. See full
description on page 445.
11.4 Mathematical utilities
Product: Convert It!(tm) SE
Versatile unit of measure converter. See full description on
page 382.
Product: Mathplot
Mathematical function plotting program. See full description
on page 448.
Product: METRIC-X
Metric-English-Metric conversion utility. See full description
on page 381.
Product: Nonlin
Linear and nonlinear statistical regression. See full
description on page 445.

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Product: Sci & Eng Tool for Lotus 1-2-3


Solver and programmable calculator for 1-2-3. See full
description on page 307.

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12.1 CASE tools
Product: Chartist(tm)
Flowcharting and org charting. See full description on
page 553.
Product: EDGEFLOW
Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS. See full
description on page 554.
Product: Playground
Author: Object International, Inc.
Version: 1.0a (01-04-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 8196k RAM; VGA monitor;
Mouse. Win32s.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 24 months of unlimited
fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. 3-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PLAYGR.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:CASE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71210,3642 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5751
Download size: 1300k (about 97 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Especially suited for teams of domain experts and object
modelers, working together during the early stages of a new
project. It's a great way to get started with building
effective object models. Features: drag-and-drop classes,
attributes, services, connections; multiple views; view
management, with view categories, selective hiding/showing;
full control over connections, right-angled or diagonal
connections; extensive customization with preferences.
Product: PROGRAM ENTITY ORGANIZER
Analysis and documentation tool for COBOL. See full
description on page 480.
12.2 Database engines
See also: Database applications.

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Product: Easy Base


Rapid application development system. See full description on
page 276.
Product: Keyed File System (DOS)
Author: APT Computer Solutions, Inc., 606-873-0589
Version: 2.12 (05-16-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 20k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free runtime license;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: KFSD212.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-233-0154 to download it
at no charge); KFSD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73023,3037 for assistance).
Download size: 44k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of powerful, easy to use, subroutines that allow the
Microsoft C (Version 6 and 7) programmer to write programs
using files with alphabetic or numeric keys. The package
provides common keyed file operations such as read by key, read
sequentially, read using partial key, add, replace, and delete.
Product: Keyed File System (OS/2)
Author: APT Computer Solutions, Inc., 606-873-0589
Version: 2.12 (04-11-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.0 or better. 20k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free runtime license;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: KFSO212.ZIP on BBSs (call 606-233-0154 to download it
at no charge); KFSO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73023,3037 for assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of powerful, easy to use, subroutines that allow the OS/2
programmer to create and use files having alphabetic or numeric
keyes. These routines are language independent and allow you to
write applications that create and use keyed files. Records in

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these files may be read by full or partial key, read


sequentially, updated, and deleted.
Product: RexxBase
Author: American Coders, LTD., 919-846-2014
Version: 2.00 (05-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, OS/2 2.0 or better. 4000k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 2 months of phone,
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return policy;
royalty-free runtime license; bonus utilities; disks of other
shareware. 2-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: RXBAS136.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-385-4325 to download it
at no charge); RXBASE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:OS2SHARE forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 74150,2370 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1953
PsL#: 11174
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An external Rexx function DLL. It allows Rexx procedures to
read/write/update dBase III and IV files. The program handles
both memo fields and indexes. Several other useful functions
are available to improve handling dBase files.
With this release a front-end program is included to assist in
your database development needs. Create and maintain DBF, DBT,
NDX and MDX files. A simple report generator and data viewer is
included.
Product: Schooner
Graphical DOS software development system. See full
description on page 278.
12.3 Debuggers
See also: Computer programming, Languages, Assembler.

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Product: D86 Debugger


Author: Eric Isaacson Software, 812-339-1811
Version: 3.22 (01-20-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $60.00 (add $7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities; discounts
on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: D86V322.ZIP on BBSs (call 812-855-7252 to download it
at no charge); D86.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ZIPKEY forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71333,3154 for assistance).
Download size: 86k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-screen symbolic debugger designed for use with programs
assembled by A86. Has a constantly-updated display of register
values, flag settings, program disassembly near the current
location, and user-selected memory displays in a variety of
formats. Outstanding floating-point display and manipulation
capability. Single-key stepping of both procedures and
individual instructions.
12.4 Languages
See also: Utilities, System utilities, Batch & macro utilities,
Batch file compilers; Utilities, System utilities,
Configuration utilities; Database applications, Software tools
& add-ins.
12.4.1 Assembler
See also: Computer programming, Debuggers.
Product: A86 Macro Assembler
Author: Eric Isaacson Software, 812-339-1811
Version: 3.22 (01-20-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Registration fee: $60.00 (add $7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; royalty-free runtime

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license; bonus utilities; discounts on other products.


Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: A86V322.ZIP on BBSs (call 812-855-7252 to download it
at no charge); A86.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ZIPKEY forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71333,3154 for assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1992 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
1986 winner, Public Brand Software contests for useful
programs.
Description:
The finest assembler available, at any price under any terms,
for the IBM PC & compatibles. It is more powerful, easier to
use, five times as fast, and ten times as compact as
Microsoft's MASM assembler. Assembles directly to a COM file,
or produces OBJ files that can be linked to high-level language
programs.
Product: DISASTER
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: DISASTER.* on BBSs; DISASTER.* on GEnie in 0 forum
LIBrary 0.
Download size: 71k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Interactive Disassembler for COM, EXE or SYS files.
Automatically tries to find out what is data or code. If this
is wrong, you can interactively correct it. Comments may be
added to the output. Disassembling may be interrupted at any
time and continued the next day. Recognizes all 8086 80286
80386 opcodes, in real mode or protected mode, and also V20 and
V30 opcodes.

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12.4.2 BASIC
Product: B7Tool
Author: CareWare, 916-265-8704
Version: 1.2b (08-06-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Microsoft BASIC PDS 7.x.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 1-month
return policy.
Look for: B7T12B.ZIP on BBSs; B7T12B.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance); B7TOOL12.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 8 (or
contact userID R.CROUCH1 for assistance).
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of innovative programming tools for Microsoft
BASIC PDS 7.x. Offers a comprehensive collection of mouse
functions, a complete windowing routine, pull down bar menu,
fast screen writes (ASM), screen save & restore (ASM), get &
set equipment status routines, access to DOS services and more.
B7Tool features 30 of the most commonly needed routines to
create fast, attractive, mouse driven applications. Demo with
source included.
Product: BASASM.LIB
Author: Annette Cuomo, 909-591-4956
Version: 1.0 (06-22-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of support; bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BASASM.ZIP on CompuServe
in ZNT:PROGRAMMIN forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73747,3537
for assistance).
Download size: 290k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Contains numerous low-level assembler language routines that
can be linked in with your BASIC programs. Provides file
handling, screen handling (including scrolling), DOS functions,
etc.

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Product: Basic Program Cross Reference


Version: 1.2 (05-23-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of support; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BASXRF.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71116,302 for
assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides:
1. Formatted program listing
2. User label/line number and variable cross-reference
3. Reserved word cross-reference.
Any of the three options may be turned on/off in any
combination. Output can be to a printer or file ready to
print. Works for programs written in GWBasic and QuickBasic.
It may work for other dialects as well. Reserved word list can
be user defined. Very easy to use.
Product: Basic Training
BASIC language tutorial. See full description on page 485.
Product: ProWindows LITE for BASIC PDS 7
Author: DSE Software Publishing, 707-459-4358
Version: 5.21X (05-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PWL521X.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-459-4484 to download it
at no charge); PWL521X.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 8
(or contact userID DSE.SOFTWARE for assistance).
Download size: 129k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The #1 Windowing Toolbox for MS BASIC PDS 7.1. Create multiple
full color text-based virtual windows that can be moved,
scrolled, re-sized, and hidden via mouse. Fully event-driven
architecture permits self-maintaining user interfaces. Text
mode graphic mouse is incredible. Includes a MS BASIC PDS 7.1
compatible library, include files, some nifty demos, and
documentation. Join thousands and find out why this is the
best there is!

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Product: ProWindows LITE for QuickBASIC


Author: DSE Software Publishing, 707-459-4358
Version: 5.21Q (05-21-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PWL521Q.ZIP on BBSs (call 707-459-4484 to download it
at no charge); PWL521Q.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 8
(or contact userID DSE.SOFTWARE for assistance).
Download size: 129k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The #1 Windowing Toolbox for QuickBASIC 4.5. Create multiple
full color text-based virtual windows that can be moved,
scrolled, re-sized, and hidden via mouse. Fully event-driven
architecture permits self-maintaining user interfaces. Text
mode graphic mouse is incredible. Includes a QuickBASIC 4.5
compatible library, include files, some nifty demos, and
documentation. Join thousands and find out why this is the
best there is!
Product: Q4Tool
Author: CareWare, 916-265-8704
Version: 1.6b (08-06-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Microsoft QuickBASIC 4.x.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 1-month
return policy.
Look for: Q4T16B.ZIP on BBSs; Q4T16B.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance); Q4TOOL16.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 8 (or
contact userID R.CROUCH1 for assistance).
Download size: 92k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An innovative collection of programming tools for QuickBASIC
4.x. Features a comprehensive selection of mouse functions, a
complete windowing routine, fast screen save/restore routines,
fast single routine string writes, pull down bar menu routine,
get/set equipment status routines, access to DOS services and
more. Contains 30 of the most commonly needed routines to
create fast, attractive, mouse driven applications. Demo with
source included.
Product: Simply Help!
Create hypertext documents - EXE/TSR/QB/PDS. See full
description on page 484.

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Product: STARTREK the Computer Program


Teaches programming using the Star Trek game. See full
description on page 693.
12.4.2.1 Visual BASIC
Product: AA-Array.DLL
Author: AA-Software International
Version: 1.0 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. Visual Basic v2.0 or
later.
Strongly recommended: Visual Basic v3.0.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; royalty-free runtime
license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades. Bonus routines for user-defined types
arrays.
Look for: AA-ARRAY.ZIP on BBSs; AAARRY.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSBASIC forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 100343,2570 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4112
PsL#: 11754
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Manages the creation, accessing, saving to and restoring from
disk of arrays with up to 4 Gigs elements and >64K of VB
strings. No VB imposed limits. Fast. Arrays can be Integer,
Long, Single, Double, Currency, or String.
Product: AAVBSORT.DLL
Author: AA-Software International
Version: 1.0 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. Visual Basic V2.0 or
better.
Strongly recommended: Visual Basic V3.0.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; royalty-free runtime
license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);

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discounts on upgrades. Additional Sort Routines for User


Defined Types.
Look for: AAVBSORT.ZIP on BBSs; AASORT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSBASIC forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 100343,2570 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3971
PsL#: 11753
Download size: 94k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Sorts VB arrays fast by providing a set of simple to use
routines. The routines, coded in C++, are much faster than a
sort done in Visual Basic. Two types of sort routines are
available: in-place and sort via index. Arrays can be: Integer,
Long, Single, Double, Currency, String, or Fixed String. In the
registered version arrays can be of User defined types.
Product: Alarm VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.3 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ALARM.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); ALARM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1475
PsL#: 11091
Download size: 36k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This control fires an event at various times of the day (under
your control). You can specify times such as 9:12am, 10:45pm,
every hour on the hour, every ten minues, one per minute, etc.
Product: BarCod VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.3 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free

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runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: BARCOD.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); BARCOD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1314
PsL#: 11092
Download size: 39k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays bar codes for you. In supports Code 3 of 9, Code 2 of
5, and more. Very simple. Place it on your form. Size it to
your liking. Set the bar code style. Then, just set the
Caption property.
Product: BmpLst VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.8 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: BMPLST.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); BMPLST.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1059
PsL#: 11093
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This control is a list box with bitmaps. Each item in the list
can have both a bitmap and text. The bitmaps can be placed on
any side of the text (top, bottom, left, right).
Product: Code.Print for Visual Basic
Author: Caladonia Systems, inc., 206-759-2325
Version: 2.23 (06-19-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows for Workgroups 3.1 or better. 4000k
RAM; VGA monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet
printer; Postscript printer; Epson printer; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $32.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy;
bonus utilities; discounts on other products; discounts on

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upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update


disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The original VB source code documentation utility - printing
code since 1992. Has Win'95 style interface. Forerunner of the
award winning commercial version, Code.Print Pro (Pinnacle
Publishing Inc.), this defined the VB shareware source code
printing standard. Create presentation quality source code
documents. Full margin control, font selection, indexing and
more. A must have utility for any VB developer.
Product: CzarList for VBDOS
Author: CZAR Software, 915-595-8787
Version: 1.10 (10-29-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.2 or better. 240k RAM.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free runtime
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CZLIS110.ZIP on BBSs (call 915-595-8705 to download it
at no charge); CZLIS1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BASIC forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71031,3614 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2907
PsL#: 11342
Download size: 198k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Three ListBox Controls for VBDOS Programmers. All controls use
XMS, EMS, or disk space. Bugfixes + Improvm. Store up to 32,765
items per listbox without using any string space or conv.
memory. CzList is a general listbox, CzDir displays
alphabetically sorted directories in a graphical tree format,
CzFile displays files with size, date, time, attr.
Product: DFInfo VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 2.1 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free

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runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DFINFO.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); DFINFO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1069
PsL#: 11094
Download size: 38k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This custom control gives you disk and file information that
Visual Basic doesn't provide. It also allows you to change
some aspects of a file (attributes, size, date, time, etc.).
Product: FMDrop VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.1 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FMDROP.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); FMDROP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1378
PsL#: 11095
Download size: 28k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This custom controls notifies you when a file has been dragged
and dropped from the Windows File Manager (FILEMGR).
Product: IniCon VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 3.1 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $5.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free

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runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: INICON.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); INICON.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 833
PsL#: 11096
Download size: 32k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This control makes INI file access simple. WIN.INI and private
INI file access are both supported. No API calls required.
Product: JoyStk VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.2 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: JOYSTK.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); JOYSTK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1340
PsL#: 11097
Download size: 53k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Gives your program information and events about the joystick's
movement and buttons. One or two normal joysticks, one
4-button joystick (such as a Gravis GamePad), or on 3-D
joystick are supported.
Product: MenuEv VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 3.1 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free

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runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MENUEV.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); MENUEV.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1270
PsL#: 11098
Download size: 33k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides menu selection notification. In other words, it tells
you when the user has selected a menu item. This is really
useful for status bar style help. Really easy to use. All you
need to do is place it on your form. There's nothing to set.
Events start coming in automatically. The events give you the
text and tag of the menu item selected.
Product: MS Mega Pack (VBXes)
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.0 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $90.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MSMEGA.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); MSMEGA.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2909
PsL#: 11462
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This package includes twelve of Mabry Software's most popular
controls: Alarm, BarCod, BmpLst, DFInfo, FMDrop, IniCon,
JoyStk, MenuEv, PerCnt, RoText, SoundX, and ZipInf.
Product: MSlot VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.0 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows for Workgroups 3.1 or better. Visual
Basic.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free

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runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MSLOT.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); MSLOT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1848
Download size: 29k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This custom control for Visual Basic makes mailslot use simple.
No Windows API calls required.
Product: PerCnt VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 2.5 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PERCNT.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); PERCNT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 966
PsL#: 11100
Download size: 37k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays a percentage bar on your form. This makes status
reporting very easy. 3-D effects, fonts, and colors are all at
your control.
Product: Probe VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.0 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free

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runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PROBE.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); PROBE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1338
PsL#: 11295
Download size: 47k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This VBX lets you examine and modify other controls' properties
at run-time. After telling it the name of the other control,
it will give you a list of the properties of that control. Can
also display a dialog box that will let you modify other
controls' properties (at run-time). Its dialog box makes it
possible to fiddle with the properties of other controls at
run-time. Common dialog boxes are used for fonts and colors to
make selection easier.
Product: RI-VB Database Toolkit v1.1
Utility to develop VB and Access apps. See full description on
page 491.
Product: RoText VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.3 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ROTEXT.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); ROTEXT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1338
PsL#: 11101
Download size: 37k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This control lets you place a label on your forms at any angle
or degree of rotation. This control can be bound to a data
control.

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Product: RUF100.ZIP
Author: MIS Resources International, 404-594-7500
Version: 1.0 (03-31-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL. Visual Basic
Professional 3.0 or higher.
Strongly recommended: XMS memory.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, mail support; 3-month return policy;
royalty-free runtime license; site license; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: RUF100.ZIP on BBSs; RUF100.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSBASIC forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 75350,205 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5262
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A collection of VB modules containing functions for database
access, ini files, help files, date/time validation, message
boxes, mapi, error messages, and other routines and forms. Each
form and function is documented in included help file. Fully
functional.
Product: SoundX VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.3 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SOUNDX.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); SOUNDX.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1272
PsL#: 11102
Download size: 36k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This control provides Soundex and Metaphone algorithms. Soundex
and Metaphone convert words or names to codes that represent
how they "sound". This can be really useful in a database
application where users need to find names they may not know
how to spell exactly. Use this control to make it easier for
them. Just put the word or name you want convert in, and the
appropriate codes come out.

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Product: Zip Server(TM)


PKZIP 2.04g compatible Windows utility. See full description
on page 55.
Product: ZipInf VBX
Author: Mabry Software, 206-634-1443
Version: 1.1 (08-14-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Visual Basic.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; royalty-free
runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ZIPINF.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-634-0783 to download it at
no charge); ZIPINF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:MSBASIC forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71231,2066 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1595
PsL#: 11103
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This control gives you information about the content
(directory) of a ZIP file. Many, many useful uses (File
Manager replacement, drive searching, etc.).
12.4.3 C
Product: Animation Kit
Author: ServantWare
Version: 1.0 (04-27-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: ANIMTE.ZIP on BBSs (call 313-663-4173 to download it at
no charge); ANIMTE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 76636,1166 for assistance).
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains robust samples illustrating how to add quality bitmap,
text and cursor animation to your application. Complete with
extensive help file and installation program.

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Product: C xref
Author: DA Software, 313-736-0239
Version: 3.0a (11-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $24.95
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 10
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CXREF3.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71573,616 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1394
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
C programmers will find this useful for program debugging,
documentation, maintenance and modification. Generates the
following output:
* A list of the module's global variables and constants,
along with the line numbers they appear on
* A summary listing of the module's functions
* A verbose list of all the module's functions
* A tree that displays all of the functions calling
hierarchy
Product: c-scope
Easy to use C program static analysis tool. See full
description on page 492.
Product: CEnvi
Author: Nombas, 617-391-6595
Version: 1.006 (10-14-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 200k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $38.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CENVID.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72212,1622 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Implements the Cmm advanced scripting language (based on C) to
enhance batch files or to quickly create utilities. Now 'C' is
as easy to use as a batch file. 150+ built-in functions or
create your own. Interact with DOS commands, interrupts, and

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environment variables. 50 sample utilities are included to


demonstrate Cmm programming, batch loops, environment
variables, user input, time, sounds, setting ERRORLEVEL, file
read/write, and much more.
Product: CodeLister
Author: Malcolm D. McDowell, 613-825-8593
Version: 1.21 (08-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 4.0 or better. Graphics-capable printer.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, five months
of support.
Look for: CL121.ZIP on BBSs; CL121.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71232,455 for
assistance).
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For developers of C source code. Project files and single
source files are printed on single or multiple pages per sheet.
Each page contains a header with the file name, edit date and
page. A Table of Contents lists the function names and page
number. The number of lines of code are also printed.
Product: DMalloc
Author: Software & Consulting, +43-1-876-46-090
Version: 1.0 (10-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. MS-C 5.1, 6+, 7, large model.
Registration fee: $47.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 6 months of phone, fax, CompuServe support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DML100.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:MSLANG forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 100015,551 for
assistance).
Download size: 194k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
v/ Tracks and checks calls to memory allocation and
deallocation, even in third-party code.
v/ Use as a background watchdog, or interactively review the
status of the dynamic heap. Cooperates with debuggers,
special support for CodeView and Soft-ICE is provided.
v/ Uses popup windows, or an alternate display for graphic
oriented applications.
v/ Simply relink your app with the library - no recompilation
necessary!

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Product: EMS4C Library


Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.0 (10-18-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EMS
memory; XMS memory.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited fax, BBS, newsletter,
mail support; royalty-free source code; bonus utilities; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: EMS4C10.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); EMSC10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
EMS4C10.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 10912
Download size: 42k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Implements version 3.2 of the LIM (Lotus-Intel-Microsoft)
specification for expanded memory. It runs with version 3.2 and
4.0 of the LIM specification. Included is the EMM4C library
which allows C programmers to allocate and free EMS memory
similiar to malloc() and free().
Product: Keyed File System (DOS)
MS/C subroutines for keyed file support. See full description
on page 452.
Product: LZW Data Compr. Lib for Windows
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.0 (07-12-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; royalty-free source code; all ASP-

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wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;


registration commissions.
Look for: LZW4W10.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); LZWW10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
LZW4W10.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 11482
Download size: 32k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A data compression library for C Windows programmers which uses
the LZW algorithm as published in research papers by Lempel,
Ziv, ands Welch. Supports Borland C/C++ and Microsoft C/C++
Windows compilers.
Product: LZW Data Compression for C
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.4 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; royalty-free source code; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: LZW4C14.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); LZWC14.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
LZW4C14.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 10910
Download size: 36k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A data compression library for C programmers based on the LZW
algorithm as published in research papers by Lempel, Ziv, and
Welch. The LZW algorithm is probably the best generic
compression algorithm know today. Supports Borland C, Turbo C,
Microsoft C, and MIX Power C. Includes example programs (with
source code) to compress & expand a single file, create a
multi-file archive, extract files from the archive, and a LZW
test program.

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Product: MEGIK
Author: Advanced Topics
Version: 1.1 (09-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor. Microsoft C 6.0
or higher; or Borland C++ 3.x.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $99.00 (add $12.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $12.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited fax, mail support;
royalty-free runtime license; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MGK110*.* on BBSs (multiple files).
PsL#: 11297
Download size: 410k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you create powered GUI apps for DOS, Windows, OS/2. With
the same source code apps run portably on all platforms. The
API supports windows, menus, dialogs, controls, events,
graphics, bitmaps, icons, fonts and more. Easier and faster to
program than native GUIs. Example code. Over 300 pages of
comprehensive documentation.
Product: Personal Comm Lib for Windows
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.1 (08-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; royalty-free source code; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: PCL4W11.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); PCLW11.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
PCL4W11.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 11171
Download size: 78k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An asynchronous comm library for Windows developers. Supports
COM1 to COM4 from 300 to 115200 baud, 4 ports concurrently, all
memory models, DigiBoard PC/4 & PC/8, 16550 UART, interrupt
driven, RTS/CTS flow control. Requires Microsoft C 7.0 or
Borland C 3.1 & 4.0. Includes simple windows terminal program.

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Product: Personal Comm Library for C


Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 4.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; source code; bonus utilities; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: PCL4C42.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-881-9748 to download it
at no charge); PCLC42.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
PCL4C42.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
SWREG#: 287
PsL#: 10908
Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An asynchronous communications library supporting COM1 to COM16
from 300 to 115200 baud, 4 ports concurrently, all memory
models, DigiBoard PC/4 & PC/8, dumb BOCA boards,
8250/16450/16550 UARTS, interrupt driven, RTS/CTS flow control.
Supports Borland C, Turbo C, Microsoft C, MIX Power C, and
Quick C. Includes a terminal program with ASCII, XMODEM,
YMODEM, and YMODEM-G.
Product: Personal Protocol Lib for C/C++
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.0 (02-12-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Personal Communications Library for C/C++ (PCL4C).
Strongly recommended: Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail
support; royalty-free source code; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: PPL4C10.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); PPLC10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
PPL4C10.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 11782
Download size: 83k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A protocol library supporting ASCII, XMODEM, YMODEM, and ZMODEM
protocols. Supports most C compilers incluidng Turbo C, Borland
C, Microsoft C, and MIX Power C.

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Product: Power C Shell


Author: Tay-Jee Software, 703-261-7023
Version: 2.3 (09-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 256k RAM. Power C compiler
from MIX Software.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: PCSHEL??.ZIP on BBSs; PCSHEL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72330,1776 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a programming environment shell for Power C from MIX
Software. Customizable with your own editor and viewer, it
makes the editing/compiling/debugging/testing process a snap.
Customizable colors and compile/link options. Features pulldown menus, environment variables, library management, and
project support. Context-sensitive help, shell-to-DOS option.
Access Power C Trace interactive debugging utility from IDE.
Bundled by Mix Software with the Power C compiler.
Product: The Window BOSS & Data Clerk
Author: Star Guidance Consulting, Inc., 203-574-2449
Version: 8.02 (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor; Hercules monitor;
Hard disk. "C" Compiler (Microsoft, Borland, Watcom).
Strongly recommended: Mouse; CD-ROM drive.
Registration fee: $55.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, CompuServe, GEnie support; royalty-free source code;
royalty-free runtime license; discounts on upgrades. 2-month
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: BOZZ.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); BOSS.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMPROG forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71565,1001 for assistance); BOSS.ZIP on GEnie in
IBMPC forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID
MONGELLUZZO for assistance).
SWREG#: 3667
PsL#: 10171
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Comprehensive set of windowing, data entry, and mouse
manipulation functions for the "C" language. Pop-up windows,
pull down menus, CUA(s), status lines, and the like can be
easily implemented. Makes it a snap to enter text, integers,

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floats, longs, dates, phone numbers, and times. Complex forms


with individual field validation checks, help and error
messages are a snap. The programmer interface is clean,
uncluttered, and easy to remember. Generated code is fast and
small!
12.4.3.1 C++
Product: EZinst
Windows installation. See full description on page 486.
Product: Playground
Tool for building object models. See full description on
page 451.
Product: Technical Editor (Windows NT)
Programmers/text editor. See full description on page 226.
Product: Wndlib
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.0 (03-25-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; bonus data; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WNDLIB10.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); WNDLI*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BCPPWIN forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
Download size: 81k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A set of C++ class libraries to aid Windows programming.

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12.4.4 COBOL
Product: PROGRAM ENTITY ORGANIZER
Author: James W. Young & Associates, Inc., 916-756-4976
Version: 1.2 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 5.0 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $119.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: PEO.ZIP on BBSs; PEO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO
forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73323,2105 for assistance).
Download size: 380k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Guides the user through the myriad data and logic paths, in all
directions; has editor to document data transformations,
control logic, business functions; retraces data/logic paths;
includes subprograms automatically; relates element to actions
of group; supports REPLACING, RENAMES, alternate entries,
redefinitions, qualification; identifies parm/arg aliases;
combines programs, prints call hierarchy; has data name filter.
No limit on program size. Proven on the job for two years!
12.4.5 Pascal
Product: LZW Data Compression for Pascal
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.4 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; royalty-free source code; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: LZW4P14.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); LZWP14.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
LZW4P14.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 10911
Download size: 29k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A data compression library for Turbo Pascal programmers which
is based on the LZW algorithm as published in research papers
by Lempel, Ziv, and Welch. The LZW algorith is probably the
best generic compression algorithm known today. Includes

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example programs to compress and expand a file, make a


compressed file archive and a LZW test driver.
Product: Personal Com Lib for PowerBASIS
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 4.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; source code; royalty-free runtime
license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PCL4PB42.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-881-9748 to download it
at no charge); PCL4PB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 4; PCL4PB42.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 11499
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An asynchronous communications library supporting PoerBASIC.
Supports COM1 to COM16, 300 to 115200 baud, 4 ports
concurrently, complete line/modem status & control, interrupt
driven, 8250/16450/16550, RTS/CTS flow control, Digiboard PC/4
& PC/8, and BOCA BB2016. Includes terminal program with XMODEM
& YMODEM.
Product: Personal Comm Lib for BASIC
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 4.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; source code; royalty-free runtime
license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware.
Look for: PCL4B42.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); PCLB42.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 4; PCL4B42.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 11499
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An asynchronous communications library supporting Microsoft
Visual BASIC fdor DOS. Supports COM1 - COM16 at 300 to 115200
baud, 4 ports concurrently, complete line/modem status &

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control, interrupt driven, 8250,16450/16550 UARTS, RTS/CTS flow


control, Digiboad PC/4 & PC/8, BOCA BB2016. Includes terminal
program with XMODEM and YMODEM.
Product: Personal Comm Lib for Pascal
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 4.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; royalty-free source code; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: PCL4P42.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); PCLP42.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCPRO forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
PCL4P42.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 10909
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An asynchronous communications library supporting Turbo Pascal
version 4.0 and up. Supports COM1-COM16, 300 to 115200 baud, 4
ports concurrently, complete line/modem status & control,
interrupt driven, 8250/16450/16550 UARTs, RTS/CTS flow control,
DigiBoard PC/4 & PC/8, and dumb BOCA boards. Includes terminal
program with ASCII, XMODEM, YMODEM, YMODEM-G.
Product: Personal Protocol Lib 4 Pascal
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc., 205-881-4630
Version: 1.0 (02-12-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
Personal Communications Library for Pascal (PCL4P).
Strongly recommended: Hayes-compatible modem.
Registration fee: $40.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
newsletter, mail support; royalty-free source code; bonus

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utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other


shareware.
Look for: PPL4P10.ZIP on BBSs (call 205-880-9748 to download it
at no charge); PPLP10.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCPRO forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70671,1340 for assistance);
PPL4P10.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 4.
PsL#: 11783
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A protocol library featuring ASCII, XMODEM, YMODEM, and ZMODEM
protocols. Supports Borland Turbo Pascal 4.0 and up.
12.4.5.1 OOP Pascal for DOS (Borland)
Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!
Pascal math function toolkit. See full description on
page 499.
12.4.6 Other
Product: Ahelp Clipper Help Library
Advanced help library for Clipper developers. See full
description on page 497.
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
The real batch language you wish DOS had. See full description
on page 125.
Product: PowerBatch
Batch file replacement creates compiled pgms. See full
description on page 130.
Product: RexxBase
The dBase Database For Rexx. See full description on page 453.
Product: RTAG
Ray tracing animation generator. See full description on
page 563.
Product: Simply Help!
Create hypertext documents - EXE/TSR/QB/PDS. See full
description on page 484.
12.5 Hypertext/hypermedia
See also: Business, Training & support aids.

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Product: DeskTop Advisor(R)


Author: Ivden Technologies, Inc., 610-328-1145
Version: 2.0 (12-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 7k RAM; CGA monitor; Hercules
monitor; Hard disk. Browser (launched via hot key) needs 512k
RAM minimum.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $59.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy;
royalty-free runtime license; bonus utilities; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Bonus Sound Support(tm) to enhance online help.
Look for: DTA20*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 215-673-6915
to download it at no charge); DTA20*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MULTIMEDIA forum LIBrary 11 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71221,3602 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2832
PsL#: 11407
Download size: 678k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A hyperdocument authoring & delivery system. It is an easy-touse tool for creating and distributing on-line documents in
hypertext form. These hyperdocuments can be electronically
browsed for learning, research, reference, or instant help
purposes. Attach images and sound (e.g., voice annotation).
Three navigational modes are supported: menu selection, keyword
query, and hyperlink. Has a TSR shell for popping up over
other applications when needed.
Product: Simply Help!
Author: SimpleWare
Version: 1.06 (04-08-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM. 384k, Hard drive
recommended.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail support; royalty-free
runtime license;
Look for: SIMHLP1C.ZIP on BBSs (call 709-489-6018 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 353k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Integrated environment to create text based hypertext documents
and help systems. Documents are based on a series of one or
more screens linked together by links. Includes editor,
compiler, EXE/TSR viewers and libraries for QB 4.xx and PDS 7.1
editor has pull down menus, dialog boxes, mouse support, on-

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line help, block operations, line drawing, import/export,


reports, much more. Create TSR help for existing programs,
catalogs, readme files, manuals, on-line help for BASIC progs,
BBS help systems
12.6 Tutorials
See also: Education, Computers.
Product: Basic Training
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.01 (10-07-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products. Bonus
source code.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 380
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This tutorial introduces the elements of BASIC including simple
controls, looping, color & sound, arrays & DATA, GOSUBs and
functions, files, simple graphics. Interactive tutorial comes
complete with numerous examples you can run and modify. When
you've mastered this, you're ready for advanced BASIC. Topics
include animation techniques, shape shifting techniques, error
handling, chaining, windows, peek/poke, bload/bsave, plus,
details on diff
Product: The DemoMaker
Author: Ron Janorkar, 212-334-1243
Version: 1.55 (04-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, mail
support; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks
of other shareware. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DMAKE155.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-716-6198 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 155k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful software tool that creates presentation demos of any
DOS based program. It allows software authors to create live
color demonstrations of their products, to show the various
capabilities of their programs, in the form of compact self
running presentations. Sysops can use it to create slide shows

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of their systems to graphically demonstrate all the features


their BBS has to offer. Very easy to use and creates compact
EXE files.
12.7 Software installation aids
Product: CzarInstall for DOS
[***]
Author: CZAR Software, 915-595-8787
Version: 1.02 (04-20-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 320k RAM.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free runtime
license; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CZINS102.ZIP on BBSs (call 915-595-8705 to download it
at no charge); CZINS1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BASIC forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71031,3614 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4416
PsL#: 11780
Download size: 520k (about 39 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Fully mouse driven, professional install program for software
developers. Built-in ZIP compression, split files, create
commercial distribution disks or shareware distribution
packages with a touch of a button, change envir. variables,
master- disk creator, SAA/GUI 3-d Interface, ANSI wallpapers
during install without using ANSI.SYS.
Product: Easy Install
Author: Easy Software, 01625-614669
Version: 4.4 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3045
PsL#: 11491
Download size: 211k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
At the touch of a key, it will create self installing
distribution disks in compressed form. There is no need to
create separate packed files for different disk sizes - just
tell it which directory your program is in and which drive to
create the Installation disk(s) on. Your program will be packed
onto however many disks are necessary. The end user simply
types "Install" on disk one. Also transfers a customizeable
Readme.Bat file to Disk One.

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Product: EZinst
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.2 (07-28-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; Program
can run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one
floppy disk drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free source code; bonus utilities; discounts
on other products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: EZINST12.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); EZINS*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BCPPWIN forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3782
Download size: 54k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An installation program for Windows. It was designed for
programmers, consultants, and other users who need a program to
easily install Windows applications. On-line help.
Product: First Impression
Author: Lincoln Beach Software, 314-861-1500
Version: 3.1 (06-09-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Registration fee: $75.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: IMPRES31.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); IMPRES.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:CLIPPER forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70700,630 for assistance).
PsL#: 10931
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Scriptless installation toolkit for developers that covers
every aspect of an install. Full featured WYSIWYG developer
interface allows you to create that exact look you need without
writing a script! Check for h/w requirements as well as
updates CONFIG and AUTOEXEC files. Auto search will search a
drive for prev. installations and conditional checking allows
necessary actions to be performed if needed. Many hardware
verification options!

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Product: Inspect & Install for Windows


Author: M2w Software
Version: 1.10 (02-26-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $29.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of fax,
CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free source code; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; IINST*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:UKSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 100120,2335
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2126
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Inspect & install includes utilities to inspect version
information and to install single program files on Windows/
Windows NT, or to install complete groups of files based on a
simple script. This setup utility allows you to create Program
Manager groups together with installation directories.
Product: PUT, GET, Install Utilities
Compression, archive, installation aids. See full description
on page 50.
Product: QUIK-INSTALL
Author: Michael L. Wester, 919-552-0767
Version: 2.0 (12-07-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 184k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QINST2.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73307,3547 for
assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create a fully functional, self contained, application install
program in less than 5 minutes! Menu driven setup (No scripts,
CFG's or programing) with mouse support & context sensitive
help. Supports multiple disks, creates directories, copies
files or unpacks EXE archives, checks disk space, executes
application after installation, 6.5k INSTALL.EXE stores setup
information internally, configure colors, prompt, messages,
adds functionality to batch files, very quick & very easy!
Product: Rosenthal UnInstall
Remove unwanted DOS & Windows prog. safely. See full
description on page 43.

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Product: SETUP.EXE
[***]
Author: Chapter One Developments Ltd., (44)-0-973-222937
Version: 4.6 (08-12-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Windows
development system such as Visual Basic or Delphi.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; lifetime return policy; royalty-free source code; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ASETUP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:MSBASIC forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 100030,351
for assistance).
SWREG#: 5171
PsL#: 14067
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Free 18k bootstrapper program. Features include full dialog box
customisation and enhanced error messages (optional 3d look),
Windows file version checking, setup log, optional temporary
directory use, ability to localise all text, and more - over 22
configuration settings! Originally for Visual Basic (as an
advanced alternative to the SETUP.EXE supplied with that
product) but can be used with any Windows development system.
Includes Windows help.
Product: Universal Install
Author: The GoodSoft Co., 303-444-5747
Version: 2.0 (05-10-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 250k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; 31/2" master disk(s); 12 months of
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; royalty-free runtime license; bonus utilities;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: UNST20.ZIP on BBSs (call 303-XXX-XXXX to download it at
no charge); UNST20.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72073,225 for assistance).
SWREG#: 907
PsL#: 11020
Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A professional software installation development kit featuring
built-in file compression (save up to 50% space), a text file
view feature with print and search functions, self-contained
INSTALL.EXE generation, features to make modifications to any
file (even WIN.INI) and create batch files to run your

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software. The end result can look and feel like your own
software - you have complete control over all aspects of your
installation.
Product: Vending Machine
Author: Lincoln Beach Software, 314-861-1500
Version: 1.5 (06-17-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: VEND15.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); VEND15.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:0 forum LIBrary 0
(or contact userID 70700,630 for assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Custome installation toolkit for disk vendors that will allow
users to uncompress up to 10 files per disk into a user defined
subdirecotry. Allows for configuration encryption and file
viewing for each ZIP.
Product: WINstall
Author: Dovcom, 801-221-4527
Version: 1.0a (11-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; XMS
memory.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; quickreference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months
of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WINS10A.ZIP on BBSs (call 801-224-4031 to download it
at no charge); WINS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 22 (or contact userID 74552,1027 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3512
PsL#: 11587
Download size: 34k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A professional Windows installation utility that provides
software publishers with an easy to use, compact tool with
which they may set up their software on users' computers. Fully
automated and supports installation from multiple floppies of
any size or directly from a hard drive or CD-ROM. At only 25k
this is the smallest program of its type for the power and

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flexability that it offers. Don't sacrifice disk space for a


quality install.
12.8 Software testing aids
Product: c-scope
Easy to use C program static analysis tool. See full
description on page 492.
Product: Clickometer
Warns when keybd/mouse activity exceed limits. See full
description on page 153.
Product: DMalloc
Malloc debugger library. See full description on page 471.
Product: RI-VB Database Toolkit v1.1
Author: MIS Resources International, 404-594-7500
Version: 1.1 (02-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; Hard disk;
XMS memory; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited
return policy; site license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: RIDT11.ZIP on BBSs; RIDT11.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSBASIC forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 75350,205 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4783
Download size: 684k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For use in the development of Visual Basic and MS Access
database applications. A means for executing single/multiple
SQL statements on Access database; adding, modifying, running,
exporting and importing query defs listings; generating SQL
create and insert statements from an existing Access database.
Output directed to screen, text file, printer or the clipboard.
Fully functional with online help. This revised version
replaces RIDT10.ZIP and allows spaces in Database or field
names.
Product: Rosenthal UnInstall
Remove unwanted DOS & Windows prog. safely. See full
description on page 43.
Product: Teleshare/DOS Remote Access
[***]
Basic DOS remote control. See full description on page 443.

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Product: Virus Simulator


Safely audit & demonstrate virus protection. See full
description on page 204.
12.9 Programming utilities
Product: BASASM.LIB
Assembler routine library for BASIC programs. See full
description on page 456.
Product: Basic Program Cross Reference
Basic program cross-reference utility. See full description on
page 456.
Product: c-scope
Author: JAYAR Systems, 416-751-5678
Version: 1.11 (10-31-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $24.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, mail support; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: CSCOP111.ZIP on BBSs (call 519-940-0007 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Completely analyzes the interrelationships between functions in
a C program no matter how complex it is--even when many source
files are involved. It produces a Function Location report
showing the file each function is defined in; a File Contents
report naming the functions defined in each file; a Function
Reference report listing the functions each function calls; and
a Static Calling Tree report giving a visual representation of
the function calls.
Product: CALC_JNC
The ultimate TSR programmers calculator. See full description
on page 147.
Product: CODE-A-LINE
Outline processor, text editor, printing util. See full
description on page 230.
Product: The DemoMaker
Creates demos/slide shows for any DOS program. See full
description on page 483.

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Product: File Finder/Grouper


The best file finder! Find & process files. See full
description on page 37.
Product: LPRINT
Formats & prints files for PS w/ borders, etc. See full
description on page 114.
Product: Rosenthal WinLite
Shrink MS-Windows programs by compression. See full
description on page 51.
Product: Simply Docs
Converts ASCII files to EXEs. TSR/print opts. See full
description on page 65.
Product: Simply Help!
Create hypertext documents - EXE/TSR/QB/PDS. See full
description on page 482.
Product: ToolDriver
Author: ConVal Software, Inc., 805-529-6847
Version: 2.01 (04-15-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $59.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, phone support, 30 day
money-back guarantee, upgrade discounts. Registered version
uses RAM above 640k.
Look for: TLDR20.ZIP on BBSs (call 607-533-7072 to download it at
no charge); TLDR20.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72330,1621 for assistance);
TLDR20.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID
J.GRAY22 for assistance).
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a window environment for organizing a software project
(but Microsoft Windows is not required). Comes with menus,
mouse support and online help. With ToolDriver you can see what
will be impacted before you make a change. It also identifies
obsolete files. Here, too, you can polish and refine naming
conventions throughout your application, gaining better
maintainability. And names can be altered to facilitate porting
a successful application to and from DOS.
Product: Universal Install
Software installation development kit. See full description on
page 487.
Product: Workbase
[***]
Dot-prompt utility for DBMS programmers. See full description
on page 294.

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12.9.1 Desktop tools for programmers


See also: Business, Training & support aids, "Help desk"
applications.
Product: BOOT.SYS
The heavy-duty configuration manager. See full description on
page 130.
Product: BOXER/DOS Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 221.
Product: BOXER/OS2 Text Editor
Full-featured text editor/word processor. See full description
on page 222.
Product: Builder
Clipper application generator. See full description on
page 300.
Product: Examine
Fast text search utility for Windows. See full description on
page 18.
Product: Helpgen
Windows help file generator - authoring tool. See full
description on page 496.
Product: NewBase
Author: GWN Software, 403-778-5028
Version: 1.0 (03-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: 4 months of phone, CompuServe, GEnie, mail
support; 4-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on other products. 4-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: NEWBASE.ZIP on BBSs; NBASE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCPROG forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70473,57 for
assistance); NEWBASE.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID G.MANWEILER for assistance).
Download size: 227k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates integer bases in hexadecimal, decimal, octal, and
binary. Displays the full ascii character set. Returns the scan
code of function key and function key combinations. Codes
attribute bytes and displays the value in hex, decimal, and
octal. Has a 6 month calendar, DOS command line and DOS shell,
color scheme and mouse speed selection. Has a hpertext based
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Product: PopDBF
4k TSR for "instant access to X-Base files" See full
description on page 292.
Product: RUF100.ZIP
Reuseable functions for Visual Basic. See full description on
page 467.
Product: SLIB10.ZIP
Author: MIS Resources International, 404-594-7500
Version: 1.0 (03-31-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse; VBRUN300.DLL.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return
policy; royalty-free runtime license; site license; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SLIB10.ZIP on BBSs; SLIB10.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MSBASIC forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 75350,205 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5263
Download size: 620k (about 46 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows utility to store excerpts of source code in a
database for easy retrieval. Code may be copied to the
clipboard, printed or edited. A search function is also
provided. Fully functional.
Product: Windev - Windows Developer
Author: Helios Software Solutions, (0772)-324353
Version: 1.56 (09-19-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $32.00 (add $5.90 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.90 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of fax,
CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WINDEV.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100041,235
for assistance).
Download size: 315k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated program development environment for MS Windows,
that can be used just as well for text editing only. Has a
powerful multi-windowed editor with configurable key bindings
to emulate other editors, and a search/replace command using
UNIX-style regular expressions. Integrates file comparison &

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multi-file searching tools, with user-defined tools, and


interfaces to any vendor's compiler.
Product: Windev - Windows NT Developer
Author: Helios Software Solutions, (0772)-324353
Version: 1.56 (09-19-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows NT 3.1 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $32.00 (add $5.90 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.90 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of fax,
CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WINDEV.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:MSWIN32 forum LIBrary 16 (or contact userID 100041,235
for assistance).
Download size: 355k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated program development environment for MS Windows,
that can be used just as well for text editing only. Has a
powerful multi-windowed editor with configurable key bindings
to emulate other editors, and a search/replace command using
UNIX-style regular expressions. Integrates file comparison &
multi-file searching tools, with user-defined tools, and
interfaces to any vendor's compiler.
12.9.2 `Help' utilities
Product: DeskTop Advisor(R)
Create/browse popup hypertext w/images, sound. See full
description on page 481.
Product: Helpgen
Author: Rimrock Software, 208-772-9347
Version: 1.20 (09-06-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 150k RAM.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HPGN12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71211,70 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3462
Download size: 198k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create attractive Windows help files for your programs without
using an expensive word processor. Uses an easy-to-learn macro
language to take the pain out of creating your help files.
Includes full RTF language support through the macro language

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and/or RTF commands. Makes it easy to create and test help


files. A help file tutorial is also included.
Product: WhizNotes
A text organizer & help generator for Windows. See full
description on page 231.
12.10 Software tools & add-ins
See also: Database applications, Software tools & add-ins.
12.10.1 For multiple programs
Product: Content Label Rating
[***]
Software Rating System. See full description on page 717.
Product: SLIB10.ZIP
Source code librarian utility. See full description on
page 493.
12.10.2 For other
Product: 4Print/4Book DOS
Paper saving utility for LaserJets & DeskJets. See full
description on page 106.
Product: 4Print/4Book Windows
4Print/4Book DOS + 4PrinW Windows interface. See full
description on page 106.
Product: Ahelp Clipper Help Library
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 1.43 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 16k RAM. Clipper.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $95.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; royalty-free source code; LAN
license; site license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers

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(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other


products. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AHP143.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); AHP143.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:CLIPPER forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance);
AHP143.ZIP on GEnie in CLIPPER forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Create fully index and context sensitive help screens. The
programmer can optionally let users add/update help text. Help
windows pop up when user presses help key for a specific topic
or users can search help topic index for information.
Product: Btr Help!
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 1.88 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. BTRIEVE.EXE or BREQUEST.EXE.
Registration fee: $40.00
Registration benefits: Printed Manual with disk; One year of
Phone/FAX/Mail/Email/BBS support; Bonus Disk of Btrieve
Utilities; Btrieve "C" Library with full source; Certificate
for Free CompuServe Membership; Certificate for $7 off a
subscription to Shareware Magazine.
Look for: BTRHLP??.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); BHLP??.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:NOVA forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 74777,3004 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides the functions needed for the design, development and
maintenance of applications using Btrieve. It's great for file
maintenance with: Great Plains Accounting, IBM's Platinum
Series, Pacioli 2000 Accounting, Galacticomm BBS, Macola
Accounting, Xtrieve, Magic PC DBMS, DacEasy Accounting or any
application that uses Btrieve. It provides an easy way to
repair damaged Btrieve database files or test their integrity.
Browse and edit records in many different formats - and much
more!
Product: Btr Watch
Memory resident Btrieve debugger. See full description on
page 301.

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Product: MouseTools
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.0 (09-13-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Turbo Pascal.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free source
code;
Look for: MOUSTL55.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Provides a set of mouse interface routines for Turbo Pascal
programmers. Included are low level routines for positioning
and moving mouse cursors as well as higher level routines for
selecting files, multiple choice questions, etc.
Product: Playground
Tool for building object models. See full description on
page 451.
Product: Rosenthal WinLite
Shrink MS-Windows programs by compression. See full
description on page 51.
Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!
Author: LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES
Version: 1.5 (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely
on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive;
EGA monitor; math coprocessor. Turbo Pascal v5.5 or later.
Registration fee: $100.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 6
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 6-month limited
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TTT1.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:LIBRARY forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73353,121 for assistance).
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A math library for Turbo Pascal programmers. Engineers and
scientists will get features like hyperbolics, inverse trig,
factorials, primes, matrix math, eigenvalues/vectors, nxn
determinants, matrix multiplication, matrix inversion and
multiple regression. Engineering unit conversions for force,
power, volume, heat, work, viscosity, mass/molar flux, heattransfer coefficients and much, much more! Comes with a manual
explaining all the functions.

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Chapter 13
Education
See also: Writing applications, Bibliography.
13.1 Preschool
Product: Animated Alphabet
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 1.0 (04-12-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $8.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus utilities; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ALPHA10.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); ALPHA1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 452k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
When the child matches the correct letter of the alphabet to
the picture, the picture becomes animated in an amusing way.
Winner of Shareware Industry Award for "Best Educational
Software".
Product: Animated Bugs
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 1.0 (09-07-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ABUGS10.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); ABUG1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 1184k (about 88 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A board game for young children that is full of color (256 of
them), sound (effects and voice) and animation. Garden
backgrounds, mini-animtions, and full-screen animtions are
featured. Two players can play the game (one or both can be the

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PC). Movement is determined by a spinner that can be either


numbers, colors or shapes. From FLIX Productions, winner of
both the Shareware Industry Award and Ziff Davis Shareware
Award.
Product: Animated Shapes
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 1.0 (09-25-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $8.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: SHAPES10.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); SHAPE1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 267k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Children learn shapes and colors with animation. When the
shapes and colors of a geometrical object are correctly
identified, the object is used to build a picture. Guessing
what the picture will be is part of the fun. Once the picture
is completed, it turns into a movie-like animation. Winner of
the Shareware Industry Award for "Best Educational Software".
Product: Brandon's Big Lunchbox
Author: Robichaux and Associates, 713-463-7452
Version: 1.75 (09-17-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
CompuServe, mail support; bonus graphics.
Look for: BIGBOX.ZIP on BBSs; BIGBOX.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71336,336 for
assistance); BIGBOX.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID JEROBICHAUX for assistance).
Download size: 248k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
26 colorful educational games that will keep young computer
users busy for hours! Open the Lunchbox and your computer
users will have loads of fun learning computer skills, problem
solving, drilling on sight words, solving fun math problems,
playing memory games, learning the alphabet, plus much more.
Pick every game from the main Lunchbox menu. Keep the word
games fresh - customize your word list!

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Product: Brandon's Preschool Graphics Lu


Author: Robichaux and Associates, 713-463-7452
Version: 1.0 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited CompuServe,
mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PREBOX.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71336,336 for
assistance).
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
It speaks! Bright VGA graphics and Soundblaster/PC speaker
support, the Preschool Lunchbox uses human voice to drill
preschoolers in three different number games. Colorful
rewards, including guitar riffs (recorded on a series of
vintage electric guitars and pumped through vintage Marshall
and Fender amps) ranging from jazzy splits to wailing shreds.
This is volume 1 of a 4 volume set
Product: Card Flash
Card flash. See full description on page 517.
Product: Color Fun
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.0 (05-06-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; sound card.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: COLFUN10.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); COLFU*.ZIP on CompuServe in ZNT:PBSHOM forum
LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance);
COLFUN10.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS forum LIBrary 20 (or contact
userID XRG36978 for assistance).
Download size: 223k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows educational game for children of ages 2-8. Teaches
children the basic colors and how to use computers. On-line
help.

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Product: EGA Mouse Paint


Electronic coloring book. See full description on page 508.
Product: Mouse Math
[***]
A whimsical verbal math drill program. See full description on
page 532.
Product: SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS
A coloring game for children. See full description on
page 512.
Product: Talking ABC's
Uses the PC speaker to talk to your child! See full
description on page 712.
Product: Teach Your Children
Helps kids have fun learning math and reading. See full
description on page 513.
Product: Z & Z Color
[***]
Author: Z & Z Software, 410-561-3891
Version: 3.1 (09-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 2000k RAM; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
data; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades. 6-month free upgrading allowed. Bonus
audio files.
Look for: ZZCOLR.ZIP on BBSs; ZZCOLR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 76021,2256 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1406
PsL#: 11741
Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Color-by-number Windows program great for age 3 and above.
Teaches colors, numbers, letters, shapes, and memory skills
while entertaining again and again. Color one of the included
pictures or create your own. Prize is awarded upon successful
completion of each drawing. Windows compatible sound board is
recommended but not required. Testimonials: "just great",
"love your program", "wonderful", "3 year old ... is doing Z &
Z Color almost every day".
Product: Z & Z Puzzle
[***]
Windows combination jigsaw/slider puzzle. See full description
on page 515.

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13.2 Elementary
Product: ACCU Music System
Create music that can be played, printed, etc. See full
description on page 628.
Product: Anim. Multiplication & Division
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 3.0 (05-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AMD30.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it at
no charge); AMD30.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 524k (about 39 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
st
rd
Primarily for children from 1 through 3 grades. Based on
the multiplication tables from 1 to 10, it teaches "mental
math" in a fun way. Progressive help is given as needed.
Rewards for successful completion of ten problems include
several build-and-color you own animations (dinosaurs, cars,
face, and fashion model). From FLIX Productions - the winner of
both the Shareware Industry Award and Ziff Davis Shareware
award.
Product: Animated Clock
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 3.0 (05-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $8.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ACLOCK30.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); ACLOC3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 321k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A program for children from pre-K through third grade that
teaches important time skills involving analog and digital
clocks. Various levels and context sensitive help are provided.
Animated rewards pop out of the doors of the cuckoo clock, and

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ten correct answers gets a full-screen silly cartoon. Winner of


the Shareware Industry Award for "Best Educational Software".
Product: Animated Math
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 1.0 (02-15-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AMATH10.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); AMATH1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 306k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Teaches counting, addition and subtraction using animation. For
children from Pre-K through first grade. Single digit problems
covered. Animated rewards are given each step of the way - not
just a "wrong" response from the computer. Rewards include
dinosaur connect-the-dots, color games, build your own rocket,
and animated piano, and more. Winner of the Shareware Industry
Award for "Best Educational Software".
Product: Animated Memory Game
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 3.0 (05-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $6.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AMEM30.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it at
no charge); AMEM3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 237k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Uses 30 animated sequences to test memory skills. By matching
hidden pictures in pairs you win the game and get animated
rewards. Many options are provided: selecting from 14 different
tile backgrounds, a mini-movie theater, and more. Various
difficulty levels provide challenges for all ages. Winner of
the Shareware Industry Award for "Best Educational Software".

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Product: Animated Money


Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AMON1?.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it at
no charge); AMON1*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 1376k (about 102 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Teaches coin recognition and math skills using US and Canadian
coins. The coins are scanned to be highly recognizable. Three
types of games are provided: coin recognition and adjustable
level matching games (coins to amounts and coins to coins). 10
matches earn a ticket to a movie featuring stop-motion
animation. Sound effects and speech supported for virtually all
devices. From FLIX Productions, winner of both the Shareware
Industry Award and Ziff Davis Shareware Award.
Product: Animated VGA Memory Game
Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Hard disk; sound card.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AMEMV10.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); AMV1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 752k (about 56 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
SVGA and sound support are provided in this version of a
concentration type game. All kinds of animation are used
including: clay, stop-motion, morphing, tweening, 3D, cell and
full-motion video. up to 640 tiles can be used in SVGA mode (10
to 20 in VGA). One or two player mode, and a welath of other
options. Winner of Ziff Davis Shareware Award from Computer
Gaming Magazine for "Best Puzzle Game".

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Product: Animated Words


Author: FLIX Productions
Version: 3.0 (05-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: AWORDS30.ZIP on BBSs (call 512-258-0571 to download it
at no charge); AWORD3.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72740,1326 for assistance).
Download size: 680k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Animated Words is a spelling program for children from pre-K
through first grade. The child is helped to match the word with
it's picture. When the word is correctly matched, pieces are
added to a puzzle; after five correct answers the puzzle
becomes animated. The program is enhanced with digitized speech
for the PC Speaker or SoundBlaster. Winner of the Shareware
Industry Award for "Best Educational Software".
Product: Brandon's Big Lunchbox
Educational fun for kids 3 - 7! See full description on
page 499.
Product: Brandon's Preschool Graphics Lu
Graphics and sound, learning for preschoolers. See full
description on page 499.
Product: Card Flash
Card flash. See full description on page 517.
Product: Color Fun
Kids' game. See full description on page 500.

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Product: CULTURAL AWARENESS


Author: Awareness Productions, 214-517-0279
Version: 1.13 (05-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus
data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: AWARE113.ZIP on BBSs (call 214-690-2168 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 182k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Educational game to test and improve your child's "cultural
literacy." Two levels of play. At Novice level, the game is
suitable for students sixth grade and up. At advanced level,
the game is a challenge for adults! Topics include proverbs,
idioms, grammar, children's literature, mythology, music, art,
philosophy, the Bible, world religions, American history &
geography, world history & geography, science & technology,
medicine, and mathematics.
Product: DOC DEFIANT
An original board game similar to Backgammon. See full
description on page 683.
Product: Edwin Basic Math Add/Subtract
Author: Edwin Educational Software, 516-423-3817
Version: 3.00 (06-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware. Documented course of study. Bonus
tutorial.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EDAM03.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70322,2163
for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tutorial/drill in addition and subtraction. Levels continue
to 999+999+999 and 9999-9999, including full support for
borrowing and carry concepts. Graphics and simple reward
animation are included. A full course of study is available
explained in the documentation. Standardized testing format is
included.

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Product: EGA Mouse Paint


Author: Fischer Grafix & Software, 714-898-7262
Version: 5.0 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $18.50 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe support; bonus
utilities; discounts on other products.
Look for: EGAMP.ZIP on BBSs; EGAMP.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 194k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
If your kids like to color then they will enjoy using the mouse
to color in any of over 40 pre-made picture. There are two
pallettes of colors and patterns to select from, over 60.
Selecting a picture and coloring it in is as easy as point and
click. An additional feature is the arrow draw program which
allows you to create and color your own drawings. Also includes
talking menus for the smaller children.
Product: Equatron
Beat the computer at solving the equation. See full
description on page 677.
Product: HANG4.ZIP
100% user configureable hangman. 256 colors! See full
description on page 705.
Product: Math Bingo
Author: LatticeWork Software
Version: 1.1 (10-26-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $9.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: 12 months of CompuServe, mail support;
3-month limited return policy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MBINGO.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 74453,2112
for assistance).
Download size: 344k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Your child will easily learn math facts while having fun
playing bingo, in an easy-to-use program which teaches math in
a non-drill way. It is geared to kids; they learn without
realizing that they are learning. Create voice overlays, and

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hear yourself or your child as the patient instructor. For one


or two players. Program designer has a graduate degree in
Psychology. Included are a full on-line help, the option to
turn voices on and off, and to change the speed of the game.
Product: MATH CHALLENGE
Author: Just For Me Software, Inc., 810-348-6697
Version: 2.0 (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; VGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $16.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MATHCH.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71150,1305
for assistance).
SWREG#: 1988
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An educational game that encourages your children to learn
their math tables with personalized text, colorful animation,
interesting sound effects, and photographic images. Also
provides parent with options to select subject and difficulty
levels. Can be used in practice/learning or in timed testing
modes.
Product: Math Rescue #1
Practice math with a scrolling arcade game. See full
description on page 666.

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Product: MathCounts 1+2


Author: Able Art Software, 604-229-4766
Version: 1.2 (01-07-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, mail support; discounts on
other products.
Look for: MC12V12.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); MC1212.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID
71431,1673 for assistance).
SWREG#: 819
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
st
nd
A graphics-based 1 and 2 grade math tutorial, covers
counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions,
telling time, word problems, place value, and more. Instructive
feedback and positive reinforcement. Difficulty levels chosen
automatically or by instructor. Keeps track of student's
progress. Can be customized with friends' names in word
problems.
Product: MathCounts 3+4
Author: Able Art Software, 604-229-4766
Version: 1.2 (01-07-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, mail support; discounts on
other products.
Look for: MC34V12.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); MC3412.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID
71431,1673 for assistance).
SWREG#: 820
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
rd
th
A graphics-based 3 and 4 grade math tutorial, covers
addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, estimation,
fractions, decimals, word problems, and more! Instructive
feedback and positive reinforcement. Context-sensitive remedial
work, automatic beginner's mode. Keeps track of student's
progress. Can be customized.

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Product: Melissa's Music Flashcards


Music flashcards that are fun. See full description on
page 632.
Product: MERLIN'S MATH
Author: Awareness Productions, 214-517-0279
Version: 1.03 (05-04-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; VGA monitor;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited mail support; 1-month return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: MERLN103.ZIP on BBSs (call 214-690-2168 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Episodes 1 & 2 teach the mechanics of multiplying multiple
digit numbers, up to 5 by 5 digits, and long division. Starting
as an apprentice magician, the student gains in power by
solving math problems of increasing difficulty, all the time
racing against a dripping water clock. Points are awarded on
the basis of speed, accuracy, and difficulty level of problem.
Product: Mouse Math
[***]
A whimsical verbal math drill program. See full description on
page 532.
Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL
An excellent way to promote musical study. See full
description on page 542.
Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL for Windows
An excellent way to promote musical study. See full
description on page 543.

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Product: SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS


Author: Randall Alaimo
Version: 3.7 (05-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 128k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; 3-month
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware. Bonus pictures.
Look for: SUNDAY.ZIP on BBSs (call 503-236-3266 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 118k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fun coloring game for children ages 3-13. Soundblaster sound
is optional. Kids have fun with coloring and sound effects,
while learning bible truths. The pictures are of high quality
in high resolution (640X350) format. The sound is of high
quality too. PC speaker users hear sirens, tones, buzzes and
more. Soundblaster users hear bells, organ, harps, and more.
Product: Teach Your Children
Author: Q&D Software Development, 201-635-1824
Version: 2.0 (02-06-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.95 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.95 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.95 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus data; all ASPwide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TYC2_0.ZIP on BBSs; TYC.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76336,3271 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3164
PsL#: 11793
Download size: 800k (about 60 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Makes learning math and reading fun for you and your child with
visual and audio reinforcement. Sound card not required!
Assists with addition, subtraction, and multiplication, as well
as spelling and word recognition. Various levels for varying
abilities. Lets you record your child's progress unobtrusively
and view results via printed and/or on-screen reports. Handy
on-screen pointers guide you and your child every step of the
way. Includes on-line context sensitive help system.

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Product: Treasure Hunt Math


Author: Adventure LearningWare, 408-224-5519
Version: 1.2 (02-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks, bonus game,
unlimited newsletter support.
Look for: THMATH.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4398 to download it at
no charge); THMATH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71332,3605 for assistance);
THMATH.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID XKY12927 for assistance).
Download size: 199k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Elementary math (grades 1-6) in arcade-style game for home and
school. Exciting EGA animation and sound hold user's interest.
Basic math operations (+,-,x,:), fractions and decimals (1000+
math facts). Solve, find missing factor or study modes. Prints
certificates of achievement, scoreboards and math tests on dotmatrix and LaserJet printers. Record keeping to track student's
progress. "Smart" editor lets you add or customize math
problems. School lab packs and site licenses available.
Product: U.S. Geography Tutor
Geography testing/teaching Windows program. See full
description on page 537.
Product: WinFlash
Author: Open Windows, 719-531-0403
Version: 3.0 (12-21-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk. Any ASCII text editor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return policy;
bonus utilities; disks of other shareware. 12-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: FLASH_30.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
at no charge); FLASH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75236,3243 for assistance).
Download size: 162k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards. 1994 finalist, Shareware
Industry Awards.
Description:
Adds TrueType fonts, colors, .BMP graphics, .WAV sounds and a
new "Priority Questions From History" mode which customizes the
selection of questions to focus on those not yet learned. Easy
for children to use - no computer experience needed. Memorize
coursework or professional material fast!

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Product: Word Rescue #1


Scrolling arcade game that teaches reading. See full
description on page 668.
Product: Z & Z Color
[***]
Color-by-number for ages 3 and up. See full description on
page 501.
Product: Z & Z Puzzle
[***]
Author: Z & Z Software, 410-561-3891
Version: 1.0 (09-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 6 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ZZPUZZ.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 76021,2256
for assistance).
SWREG#: 7251
PsL#: 14173
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows combination slider and jigsaw puzzle for ages 4 and
above. Helps to improve problem solving skills. Contains many
options including the unique twist of having the pieces colored
in only when they are in their correct locations. Prize is
awarded upon successful completion of each puzzle.
Product: Zpeller
Improves spelling & vocabulary skills. See full description on
page 548.
13.3 Junior high
Product: ACCU Music System
Create music that can be played, printed, etc. See full
description on page 628.
Product: Card Flash
Card flash. See full description on page 517.
Product: Crossdown for Windows
Solve and construct puzzles in Windows. See full description
on page 708.

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Product: Ecomaster
Ecology simulation for 1 or 2 players. See full description on
page 544.
Product: ETCAI Electronics Instruction
Electronics learning and training system. See full description
on page 520.
Product: HANG4.ZIP
100% user configureable hangman. 256 colors! See full
description on page 705.
Product: Math Rescue #1
Practice math with a scrolling arcade game. See full
description on page 666.
Product: Mouse Math
[***]
A whimsical verbal math drill program. See full description on
page 532.
Product: PHRASE.ZIP
Combo hangman & wheel of fortune. New concept. See full
description on page 706.
Product: PoeTrio
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-632-5447
Version: 1.0 (04-07-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 240k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 10% discount on other Chatfield Software products;
free bonus disk.
Look for: CSPT.ZIP on BBSs; CSPT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPPS
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71031,1036 for assistance);
CSPT.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 131k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Derives its name from the fact that it is a trio of educational
poetry programs: one for free verse (CATALYST); one for
syllabics (HAIKUKU); and one for an original verseform called
the CANTONA. Each of the three programs has its own verse
editor.
Product: Teach Your Children
Helps kids have fun learning math and reading. See full
description on page 511.

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Product: U.S. Geography Tutor


Geography testing/teaching Windows program. See full
description on page 537.
Product: WinGraph
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & polar equation grapher. See full
description on page 444.
Product: XYSee
Mid/Hi-school visual math for Windows & DOS. See full
description on page 445.
Product: Zpeller
Improves spelling & vocabulary skills. See full description on
page 548.
13.4 High school
Product: ACCU Music System
Create music that can be played, printed, etc. See full
description on page 628.
Product: BTS-Equalizer
Author: Nine-Patch Software, 816-582-8589
Version: 1.9 (02-24-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; Epson
printer.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 12-month return
policy; discounts on upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: NPBT19.ZIP on BBSs; NPBT19.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71222,3565 for
assistance).
Download size: 205k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Students, parents and teachers write instructional question
files for review, remediation, makeup, games, tests and
assessments. Edit, share, compete and trade the files on
paper, disk and BBS. Operate a question file exchange in your
class or school. "Beat the system" in any subject. Change
from passive pupil to self-correcting scholar. Think at
several levels. BBS sysops: run a "home school" based on
subscribers' school assignments.

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Product: Card Flash


Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.0 (11-21-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; sound card.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime
free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CFLASH10.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); CFLAS*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
Download size: 152k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows flash card program that aids with learning and
memorization. Multimedia flash cards may be created and
virtually any topic may be used. On-line help.
Product: Crossdown
Solve, construct and print crossword puzzles. See full
description on page 707.
Product: Crossdown for Windows
Solve and construct puzzles in Windows. See full description
on page 708.
Product: Enigmacross
Solve and construct acrostic puzzles. See full description on
page 709.
Product: ETCAI Electronics Instruction
Electronics learning and training system. See full description
on page 520.
Product: FDplot
Function and data plot w/error-bars. See full description on
page 448.
Product: Fictionary
The game of fantastic/farfetched definitions. See full
description on page 704.
Product: HANG4.ZIP
100% user configureable hangman. 256 colors! See full
description on page 705.
Product: THE MAGIC OF THE MIND
Contentious philosophy of human behavior. See full description
on page 662.

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Product: Math Rescue #1


Practice math with a scrolling arcade game. See full
description on page 666.
Product: Mathplot
Mathematical function plotting program. See full description
on page 448.
Product: PC-ECAP
Linear circuit analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 407.
Product: Periodic Table
Electronic table of elements with decay data. See full
description on page 546.
Product: PoeTrio
Three poetry tutorials with separate editors. See full
description on page 514.
Product: POETRY STAR
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-632-5447
Version: 1.1 (03-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 240k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone, fax,
CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. Free writers' tip-sheets; 10%
discount on other Chatfield Software products; FREE bonus disk.
Look for: CSPS.ZIP on BBSs; CSPS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPPS
forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71031,1036 for assistance);
CSPS.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 124k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A highly interactive tutor for contemporary poetry writing
which approaches the subject of poetry writing from the
perspective of discovery and delight, the way poets approach
it. Leads you step by step into a wacky, joyful new world where
verbal imagination reigns supreme. It is written in the
Artficial Intelligence language INRAC, which makes it possible
for you to communicate with the program in standard English.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
[***]
Comprehensive computer testing/grading system. See full
description on page 376.

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Product: Spanish Helper Level One


Interactive program to learn Spanish. See full description on
page 536.
Product: TRAINER
Scores tests free-choice and forced-choice. See full
description on page 527.
Product: WinFlash
Windows flash card program. See full description on page 512.
Product: WinGraph
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & polar equation grapher. See full
description on page 444.
Product: XYSee
Mid/Hi-school visual math for Windows & DOS. See full
description on page 445.
Product: Zpeller
Improves spelling & vocabulary skills. See full description on
page 548.
13.5 College
Product: BESTHES
Pop-up ultrafast 3,056,200-word thesaurus. See full
description on page 242.
Product: BTS-Equalizer
Tutor and study aid, question file exchange. See full
description on page 515.
Product: BUDDY: A Tutorial Companion
Eight-lesson AI tutorial for clearer writing. See full
description on page 251.
Product: Card Flash
Card flash. See full description on page 515.
Product: CHRONOS
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 538.
Product: Crossdown
Solve, construct and print crossword puzzles. See full
description on page 707.
Product: Enigmacross
Solve and construct acrostic puzzles. See full description on
page 709.

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Product: ETCAI Electronics Instruction


Author: ETCAI Products, 601-497-2566
Version: 1.24 (07-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $41.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A training system for electrical and electronics education.
Consist of 31 exercises, some of which have several variations.
Operates within a seamless shell in which users select options
using pull-down menus and "push buttons". All data entry is via
full screen editing. Topics covered include DC circuits, AC
circuits, digital principles, and transistors. Extensive
graphics are used in both analysis and troubleshooting
exercises. User work is graded immediately.
Product: FDplot
Function and data plot w/error-bars. See full description on
page 448.
Product: Fictionary
The game of fantastic/farfetched definitions. See full
description on page 704.
Product: HANG4.ZIP
100% user configureable hangman. 256 colors! See full
description on page 705.
Product: LEADING AND MANAGING OTHERS
A multimedia seminar on disk: leaders & mgrs. See full
description on page 376.
Product: Lecture
Displays text-based slide show lectures. See full description
on page 377.
Product: THE MAGIC OF THE MIND
Contentious philosophy of human behavior. See full description
on page 662.
Product: PC-ECAP
Linear circuit analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 407.

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Product: Periodic Table


Electronic table of elements with decay data. See full
description on page 546.
Product: PowerBatch
Batch file replacement creates compiled pgms. See full
description on page 130.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
[***]
Comprehensive computer testing/grading system. See full
description on page 376.
Product: Scholar Utilities
Aids writers of scholarly papers. See full description on
page 549.
Product: Spanish Helper Level One
Interactive program to learn Spanish. See full description on
page 536.
Product: TRAINER
Scores tests free-choice and forced-choice. See full
description on page 527.
Product: WinFlash
Windows flash card program. See full description on page 512.
Product: XYSee
Mid/Hi-school visual math for Windows & DOS. See full
description on page 445.
Product: Zpeller
Improves spelling & vocabulary skills. See full description on
page 548.
13.6 Library/bibliography
See also: Business, Specific-field systems, Library.
Product: BIBLOGIC
Bibliographic reference database manager. See full description
on page 246.

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Product: Book Librarian


Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 1.53 (12-26-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $34.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie,
mail support; discounts on other products.
Look for: BL153.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge); BL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance); BL153.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID L.TURNER1
for assistance).
Download size: 223k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful easy-to-use menu-driven program to organize and manage
a personal, club, corporate, church or school library. Features
context sensitive help, browse and find windows. Each record
stores title, author, subject, book type, catalog # and much
more. Full featured reporting with numerous reports to the
screen, printer or disk.
Product: Grow'Em
Grow from seed/cuttings. Easy, slick, great. See full
description on page 604.
Product: Private Library
Put your own books, tapes, etc. online. See full description
on page 618.

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Product: Public Library


Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.2 (04-12-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRPUB30.ZIP on BBSs; MLRPUB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPCD forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70761,2175 for
assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Tired of paying overdue fines at your local library? This
reminds you of the due dates of everything you take out of your
public library. It also keeps the returned books in a
historical file that you can search, sort and print, which is a
great help to high school and college kids doing research
papers.
Product: REFILE
Author: MegAS Corporation, 317-844-6380
Version: 3.1 (04-17-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse;
Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; REFILE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73770,3076 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1768
Download size: 172k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
One component of a document management system for the filing
and retrieval of journal or periodical articles. A browse
feature for authors, sources, keywords, and document folders
simplifies data entry and searches. It assigns and manages all
document identification and will print index cards or labels.
Formatted bibliographies may be produced with a companion
product.

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Product: RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys.


Menu based biblio/reference system. See full description on
page 246.
Product: ScrollZ
For your periodicals, books, papers & comics. See full
description on page 591.
Product: Visual Computer Dictionary Plus
Graphically portrays computer definitions. See full
description on page 529.
13.7 Teachers
Product: BTS-Equalizer
Tutor and study aid, question file exchange. See full
description on page 515.
Product: CPR ByStander Review
Electronic review of bystander CPR. See full description on
page 541.
Product: Crossword Clipper for DOS
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 236.
Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 236.
Product: Crossword Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE, 909-797-3091
Version: 6.00 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities; discounts on
other products. 3-month free upgrading allowed. Word lists;
Crossword Clipper publishing utility.
Look for: CWC600.ZIP on BBSs; CWC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW
forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72357,3523 for assistance).
SWREG#: 95
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A great tool for teachers and trainers, great fun for students
and trainees. This crossword puzzle "editor" provides all the
tools you need to quickly design and print your own crosswords.

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Pull-down menus, mouse support, comprehensive on-line help. Can


generate freeform puzzles from a word list or ASCII file.
Works with a companion program, Crossword Clipper, to produce
.PCX and .BMP graphic files for use in word-processors or
graphics applications. Spanish, French, and German versions
available.
Product: LessonPlanZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.60 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $31.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: LPLNZ260.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); LPLANZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 69
Download size: 253k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lesson planning made easy! Has separate areas for goals,
objectives, methods, evaluations, and materials. Each area can
be from 1 to 5000 lines long! Header information holds title,
dates covered, number of days, subject and more. Default
settings for school and teacher name. Prints a variety of
reports including a basic lesson plan, separate areas, a custom
listing, and folder labels to hold your plans! Uses common WP
commands, menu driven, mousable, and on line help.
Product: LVN/Vocational Review Program
Medical-surgical home study review course. See full
description on page 542.
Product: THE MAGIC OF THE MIND
Contentious philosophy of human behavior. See full description
on page 662.
Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL
An excellent way to promote musical study. See full
description on page 542.

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Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL for Windows


An excellent way to promote musical study. See full
description on page 543.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
[***]
Comprehensive computer testing/grading system. See full
description on page 376.
Product: TRAINER
Author: Nine-Patch Software, 816-582-8589
Version: 1.4 (08-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $19.95
Registration benefits: 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail
support. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: NPTR14.ZIP on BBSs; NPTR14.* on CompuServe in
CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 71222,3565 for
assistance).
Download size: 162k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Trains passive pupils to become self-correcting scholars.
Scores 20-200+ tests by quality and quantity. Rewards selfjudgment and the sense of responsibility needed to learn at
higher levels of thinking. Allows students to report what they
know or can do. No need to pre-guess question difficulty.
Norm- and criterion-referenced conversion of scores to grades.
Instructions and sample data are built in.
Product: You're Hired!
A realistic job interview simulator. See full description on
page 379.

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13.7.1 Gradebooks
Product: GradeBook for Windows
Author: R&R EdWare, 517-727-2066
Version: 3.06 (01-24-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Postscript printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $34.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus
templates; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: GB306.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it at
no charge); GB306.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70150,323 for assistance).
SWREG#: 685
PsL#: 10763
Download size: 830k (about 62 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
A Windows based teacher's gradebook with extensive online help.
Terms, tasks & grades may be customized. Allows multiple
periods per term, score transfers, curving, teacher notes, not
counted scores, user defined categories, ID#'s, tot points or
category weights, discard worst "n" scores per category, extra
credit options, multiple class score & grade distribution
statistics with charts, progress reports, imp/exp, clipbd &
font support, interim weights, attendance, Word & Excel macros,
much more.
Product: VAR Grade
Author: VARed Software, 805-523-7546
Version: 6.00 (04-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; site license. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: VARGRA.ZIP on BBSs; VARGRA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:EDFORUM forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 73427,112 for
assistance).
Download size: 640k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-featured program for recording, plotting, and analyzing
grades and attendance. You can have any number of students,
assignments, sections, database items, or classes. It can
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average, discard, and weight scores. A wide variety of


statistical tests and plots can be done on your grades. You
can do seating charts, what-ifs, sort students, import/export
grades, and define your own grading systems. The program is
extremely flexible.
13.8 Computers
See also: Computer programming, Tutorials; Home & hobby,
Computers; Business, Training & support aids.
Product: Basic Training
BASIC language tutorial. See full description on page 483.
Product: CD-ROM Guide
Directory of DOS & Windows CD-ROM Titles. See full description
on page 585.
Product: Computer Dictionary
Author: Gary FitzGerald, 914-357-4171
Version: 1.20 (12-29-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Windows 3.1.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CDICT.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 255k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An on-line dictionary of computer terms written for absolute
beginners and it is also a reference for everyone else.
Contains over 1001 computer terms that every computer user
should know. When placed in the Start Up Group of Windows 3.1,
it would be available for reference at any time from the CTRL
ESC task list or by using ALT TAB.
Product: Q&A Study Aid
[***]
Comprehensive computer testing/grading system. See full
description on page 376.
Product: Virus Simulator
Safely audit & demonstrate virus protection. See full
description on page 204.

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13.8.1 Computer hardware tutors


Product: Visual Computer Dictionary Plus
Author: BlueStar Software
Version: 2.0 (05-10-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. 450k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: XMS memory.
Registration fee: $39.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 3 months of CompuServe, mail support; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 2800k (about 208 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to graphically portray computer definitions in an
attractive and comprehensive way. It will appeal to anybody who
owns a computer and would like to be informed about computer
definitions, computer related terms, DOS commands, symbols and
acronyms. Developed for IBM PC and compatible computers,
program runs in a DOS environment. Defines terms on a wide
variety of topics with over 1100 definitions.
13.8.2 Operating system tutors
Product: DOS Summary
Author: Computer Knowledge
Version: 1.01 (02-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Support.
Look for: DOSSUM.ZIP on BBSs; DSUM01.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75655,210 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A DOS command summary program. When started from DOS you have
the option of accessing either an alphabetical menu of DOS
commands or a menu where commands are grouped by function. A
second way of accessing a command is by starting the program
with a command name as a parameter. Finds the closest match to
the command you entered - so exact spelling is not necessary.
Only DOS commands are in this version; batch commands and
CONFIG.SYS commands are not. DOS versions to 4.01 supported.

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Product: DOS Summary (Hypertext)


Author: Computer Knowledge
Version: 2.0 (02-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual with command examples not
found in the software, master disks, bonus utilities.
Shareware disks of other products.
Look for: DOSSUM20.ZIP on BBSs; DSUM02.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 75655,210 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
DOS Summary is a hypertext tutorial and reference product which
covers all DOS commands and drivers through MS-DOS 5.0. Also
added are tutorials covering memory management and how DOS
starts. The program can be used in standalone or resident mode.
When started, you have the option of an alphabetical command
menu or a menu where commands are grouped by function. You may
also start the program with a DOS command name as a parameter
and be taken immediately to that command.
Product: TOP
Ultimate DOS command enhancement utility. See full description
on page 122.
Product: TUTOR.COM
Author: Computer Knowledge
Version: 4.5 (05-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, master disks.
Look for: TUTCOM.ZIP on BBSs; TUTCOM.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 75655,210 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1992 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
A minicourse in microcomputing covering the basics of a variety
of topics including: Computer History, Introduction to DOS,
Computer Terminology, Subdirectories, Hardware, Batch Files,
the Keyboard, and Introduction to Programming. Material is
presented in a series of screens and the user has the ability
to move forward or backward through the tutorials, or jump to
selected locations using a menu. Short quizzes test you on your
knowledge but you may bypass these when reviewing.

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13.8.3 Typing tutors


Product: Touch Type Tutor for Windows
Author: Gray Design Associates
Version: 1.0 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Bonus sentences.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TTTWIN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73607,2105
for assistance).
Download size: 53k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Super easy-to-use for Windows 3.x. Whether you want to rate a
professional typist's speed or learn to touch type from
scratch, this program has it all! Intelligently customizes to
learner's skill level, ensuring the fastest learning curve.
Suitable for individual use, for teachers and for employers.
13.8.4 Educational computer games
See also: Games.
Product: Mouse Math
[***]
Author: Hufnagel Software, 814-226-5600
Version: 1.0 (08-15-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; sound card.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 2200k (about 163 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A verbal mathematics drill program for Windows that gradually
uncovers whimsical photographs as answers to spoken basic math
problems are clicked with a mouse. Setup options allow you to
select problem ranges appropriate for young children, teens and
adults.

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Product: Personal Challenge


[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.1 (10-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson
printer.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus utilities; bonus data; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CHALL11.ZIP on BBSs; CHALL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10541
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Play different educational and trivia games to test your
knowledge in a variety of categories as you compete against
yourself or others. Your choice of Beginner, Intermediate or
Expert determines how fast you play and how many points you can
earn. Winners earn Honorary Degrees and a chance for fame on
the High Scorers list.
Product: Z & Z Color
[***]
Color-by-number for ages 3 and up. See full description on
page 501.
Product: Z & Z Puzzle
[***]
Windows combination jigsaw/slider puzzle. See full description
on page 513.
13.9 Foreign language
Product: Crossword Creator
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 523.

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Product: GAKUSEI
Author: Barham Software, 310-327-4862
Version: 1.1.3 (06-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer. HP
LJII or Epson LQ with 32K.
Registration fee: $55.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus data;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GAK11*.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:FLEFO forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 70700,2225 for assistance); GAK*.* on GEnie in EDUCATION
forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files).
PsL#: 11283
Download size: 1500k (about 112 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An elementary Japanese grammar tutorial. Lessons include: an
introduction to kana; onomatopoeia; DESU copula; ARIMASU/IMASU
verbs of existence; WA, GA, E, O, DE, and NI relationals;
dictionary and -MASU verb forms; NA adjectives; and more.
Product: Hebrew Edit
Hebrew text editor with vowels. See full description on
page 232.
Product: KAPIAN : Chinese Flash Cards
Author: Selfhelp Software, 916-927-2602
Version: 1.1 (02-02-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $11.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$11.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, newsletter, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; KAPIAN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:FLEFO forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70724,2276 for
assistance); KAPIAN.ZIP on GEnie in QMODEM forum LIBrary 1.
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Multiple choice test of Chinese that runs in 10 modes:
v/ 1-2 given long or short form characters select
romanization
v/ 3-4 Given long or short form characters select English
v/ 5-6-7 Given English select long or short form characters
or romanization
v/ 8-9-10 Given romanization slection long or short form
characters or English

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Utilities are encluded to make characters and lessons.


Characters are drawn on screen by stroke order.
Product: LinguaPro/SPANISH
Author: Schulenberg and Associates, Inc., 713-440-4444
Version: 2.50 (09-06-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $7.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products. Bonus
courses; bonus vocabulary; complete verb reference.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LPROSP.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:FLEFO forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72650,3160 for
assistance); LPRSP250.EXE on GEnie in EDUCATION forum LIBrary 2
(or contact userID C.SCHULENBER for assistance).
PsL#: 10875
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Implements Units 1-18 of the FSI Basic Spanish Course
(including grammar tutorials), Units 1-12 consist of a
conversational course in the Castilian dialect, a 19,000-word
user-modifiable online dictionary, a flashcarding system for
mastery of this graded 5-level vocabulary, a unique verb
conjugation system that drills verbs in all tenses/persons
using millions of complete sentences, and a verb reference with
definitions and conjugations of over 9200 verbs, including
idiomatic usages.
Product: PHRASE.ZIP
Combo hangman & wheel of fortune. New concept. See full
description on page 706.
Product: Scholar Utilities
Aids writers of scholarly papers. See full description on
page 549.

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Product: SPANISH DRILL!


Author: LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES
Version: 1.8 (11-09-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 4.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $5.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6 months of phone,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products. 2-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: SPAN1.ZIP on BBSs; SPAN1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:LIB
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 73353,121 for assistance);
SPAN1.ZIP on GEnie in GE forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 46k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Spanish vocabulary flash card program that has a practice mode
for learning new Spanish words and an exam mode to test and
score you on what you have learned. Requires you to type the
correct Spanish letters, such as accents and tildes! Fun,
inexpensive and easy way to develop your basic Spanish
vocabulary. Start with nouns, adjectives, and verbs, then work
your way up to verb conjugation, common phrases and full
sentences!
Product: Spanish Helper Level One
Author: G.B. Blanchard, 212-598-4939
Version: 1.3 (04-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 200k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: CD-ROM drive.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of
unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). Program with Spanish jokes with option to see
translations.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An excellent interactive program to learn Spanish. Its
interactive quizzing system allows you to learn vocabulary
rapidly. Contains a large database of vocabulary and allows you
to make your own lists to quiz yourself. Its well-planned
design makes it the perfect program for individuals or schools.

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Product: WRITE CHINESE


Author: Awareness Productions, 214-517-0279
Version: 1.00 (05-18-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $1.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus
data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware.
Look for: CHINA100.ZIP on BBSs (call 214-690-2168 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 143k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program teaches basic Chinese calligraphy. Focuses on the
150 most frequently encountered characters which constitute
approximately 1/3 of all printed materials. The student
practices calligraphy by drawing characters on simulated "ninesquare box" paper. Evaluates each character as it is being
drawn, providing continuous feedback and positive
reinforcement. Also has quiz options to teach character
meanings and Mandarin/Cantonese transliterations.
13.10 Geography
See also: Graphics.
Product: CULTURAL AWARENESS
Cultural literacy game. See full description on page 505.
Product: Landscape Explorer
3D landscape visualization tool. See full description on
page 573.
Product: MAPIT
Detailed world mapping with GPS data import. See full
description on page 573.

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Product: U.S. Geography Tutor


Author: On-Target Software, 415-474-9973
Version: 1.0 (04-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return policy; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed. Bonus
geography-related book.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GEOUSA.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72557,3003
for assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows program intended for grade school children. It tests/
teaches you U.S. geography in an entirely visual way. Learn
about state locations, capital cities, lakes and rivers, simply
by clicking the mouse.
Product: VERSAMAP
Draws outline maps on 13 map projections. See full description
on page 574.
13.11 History
Product: Bible Timeline
Interactive Bible timelines. See full description on page 657.
Product: CHRONOS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 2.18 (01-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; disks of
other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CHRNOS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 76703,3046
for assistance).
SWREG#: 381
Download size: 132k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How old was Paul Revere when he rode into history? How many
years separated Michelangelo and Cortez? This program lets you
sort and select by individual people and events, or groups and
factions, to develop new insights and trace patterns across
different eras and cultures. Useful to history and art
students, teachers, genealogists, lawyers, writers or anyone

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interested in exploring historical relations or cultural


events. Prints wall charts. Also includes an automatic trivia
game generator
Product: CHRONOS:Windows in Time
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.01 (09-28-94)
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus data; bonus
graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WIT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How old was Paul Revere when he rode into history? This lets
you sort and selects individual people and events, or groups
and factions, to develop new insights and trace patterns
across different eras and cultures. You can modify or expand
any of the datasets. Used by history & art students, teachers,
genealogists, lawyers, writers or anyone interested in
exploring historical relations or cultural events.
Product: CNA/NURSE ASSISTANT REVIEW
Evaluation review testing program. See full description on
page 541.
Product: CULTURAL AWARENESS
Cultural literacy game. See full description on page 505.
Product: DayMaster
A day in history & reminder system. See full description on
page 169.
Product: On This Day
Author: The Software Construction Co., 508-851-6204
Version: 2.0 (07-30-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 64k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; disks of

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other shareware; discounts on other products. 3-month free


upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: OTD_20.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-454-3864 to download it at
no charge); OTD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 70313,3615 for assistance); OTD_20.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID W.GEISER for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2074
PsL#: 10654
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This event DB and printing program accepts the date in which
you are interested and it prints the events that happened on
that day in history:
* Astronomical events (moon phases, solstices, etc)
* Birthdays of famous people
* Religious holidays (Jewish, Christian, etc)
* Much more
Uses text file databases, meaning you can edit them with your
favorite text editor (though they can be read in compressed
form). A personal events file is also supported.
Product: On This Day for Windows
Author: The Software Construction Co., 508-851-6204
Version: 2.0 (07-30-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; disks of
other shareware; discounts on other products. 3-month free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: WOTD_20.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-454-3864 to download it
at no charge); WOTD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 70313,3615 for assistance);
WOTD_20.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS forum LIBrary 76 (or contact
userID W.GEISER for assistance).
SWREG#: 2093
PsL#: 10654
Download size: 164k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This event DB and printing program accepts the date in which
you are interested and it prints the events that happened on
that day in history:
* Astronomical events (moon phases, solstices, etc)
* Birthdays of famous people
* Religious holidays (Jewish, Christian, etc)
* Much more
Uses text file databases, meaning you can edit them with your
favorite text editor (though they can be read in compressed
form). A personal events file is also supported.

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13.12 Literature
Product: CNA/NURSE ASSISTANT REVIEW
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 3.O (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $28.50
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: CNAV3U.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-681-6221 to download it at
no charge); CNAV3U.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDUCATION forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A certified nursing assistant evaluation testing program. There
are no short cuts in the process of learning but it can be fun
learning at home on your own PC. this self assessment tool
should be used to find weak areas you might have, the material
in this program text are not designed to provide the user with
an opportunity to escape from learning basic information which
can only be obtained from textbooks. However as a reviewing
tool the cna can successfully solve the program questions.
Product: CPR ByStander Review
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 2.O (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $22.50
Registration benefits: Phone support, one year of free updates.
Look for: CPRV21.ZIP on BBSs (call 714-681-6221 to download it at
no charge); CPRV21.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:BUSINESS forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70742,2473 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An electronic review of Bystander and fundamental nursing for
the certified nursing assistant. This information is for review
and does not take the place of on the job experience or
approved training. Good evaluation tool for CNA, LVN and all
staff in the work place.
Product: Creativity Package
Become more creative & improve your writing. See full
description on page 249.
Product: CULTURAL AWARENESS
Cultural literacy game. See full description on page 505.

[***]

Product: Have You Read That Movie?


Quiz/database: films based on literary works. See full
description on page 700.

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Product: Jokes & Quotes


Network/standalone daily message system. See full description
on page 434.
Product: LVN/Vocational Review Program
Author: PC-DSD, 800-427-8123
Version: 2.1 (03-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $37.50
Registration benefits: Three months phone support, one year of
free updates.
Look for: LVNV3U.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 714-681-6221
to download it at no charge).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An electronic review of medical-Surgical nursing for the LVN or
LPN. A vocational nurse evaluation testing program which is
based on the purpose of self study,dedicated to enhance your
knowledge as license vocational nurse. There are no short cuts
in the process of learning but it can be fun learning at home
on your PC. This self assessment tool should be used to find
weak areas you might. Good luck.
Product: New Testament for Windows
New Testament search, maps, study aids, notes. See full
description on page 657.
Product: Poetry Generator
[***]
Turn your computer into a poet! See full description on
page 250.
13.13 Math
See also: Mathematics.
Product: Equatron
Beat the computer at solving the equation. See full
description on page 677.
13.14 Music
See also: Home & hobby, Music.
Product: MOZART (Virtuoso Edition)
Music processor. See full description on page 632.

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Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL


Author: R. Swerdfeger, 613-933-7871
Version: 1.1 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 4.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; 1-month return policy;
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MTDOS11.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An excellent way to promote and encourage musical study using a
graphically oriented environment. Great for children or adults.
Treble & bass sight reading (notes & chords). Associate notes
to piano keys. Chord dictionary. Action games to promote
learning. Play, view, and print scales, chords, and broken
chords. User log tracks learning. Play classics. Print sight
reading test papers (3 difficulty levels). Key signature
recognition, Etc. Makes music lessons fun for children or
adults!
Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL for Windows
Author: R. Swerdfeger, 613-933-7871
Version: 1.2 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Mouse; Epson printer; sound card.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $2.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MTWIN12.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 700k (about 52 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An excellent way to encourage musical study using a graphically
oriented environment. Treble / Bass note & chord sight reading.
Associate notes to piano keys. Chord dictionary. Action games
to promote learning. Play, view and print scales, chords and
broken chords. User log tracks learning. Play classics. Print
sight reading test papers. User levels. Key signature
recognition, Etc. Makes music lessons fun for children or
adults! Supports SuperVGA.

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Product: MusicEase
Music score editor with WYSIWYG interface. See full
description on page 634.
Product: NoteWorthy
Music publishing system. See full description on page 635.
Product: Relor Rhyming Dictionary
Type in a word & program displays rhyme words. See full
description on page 242.
13.15 Science & ecology
Product: AstroFormulaCalculator 3
Spreadsheet calculator science engin finance. See full
description on page 270.
Product: CircumSpace
Space travel simulator by author of SkyGlobe. See full
description on page 582.
Product: CULTURAL AWARENESS
Cultural literacy game. See full description on page 505.
Product: Ecomaster
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 2.04 (11-03-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. EGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus
graphics; disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ECO.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1706
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A diverting ecology game for one or more players in which you
bid for and trade animals based on their abilities to thrive in
different environments. No previous biological experience is
assumed. For ages 10 and up. Uses EGA images of the animals,
and scanned images for the ecological backdrops.

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Product: ESPTEST
Author: Selfhelp Software, 916-927-2602
Version: 1.0 (05-26-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $11.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$11.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, newsletter, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ESPTES.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70724,2276 for
assistance).
Download size: 93k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A serious parapsychology tool that is easy to use. It can be
used by the student of parapsycholog or anyone who wants to go
on a journey of self discovery. After you selec the testing
mode you want and the file name you want it can record your
efforts to defey the laws of chance. Results display into two
screens of statistics and the file can be read into other
statistic programs for analysis. Use in psychology or
statistics class.
Product: GREEN
Ecology simulation game. See full description on page 697.
Product: Grow'Em
Grow from seed/cuttings. Easy, slick, great. See full
description on page 604.
Product: THE MAGIC OF THE MIND
Contentious philosophy of human behavior. See full description
on page 662.
Product: Marnav
Conversion of GPS to and from LORAN data. See full description
on page 649.
Product: Mathplot
Mathematical function plotting program. See full description
on page 448.

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Product: Me & My Metabolism


Author: MoonStone Software, 505-982-7251
Version: 1.20 (12-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MMM120.ZIP on BBSs (call 505-662-0659 to download it at
no charge); MMM12.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GOODHEALTH forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71021,3617 for assistance);
MMM120.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 107k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Examines your basal metabolic rate, assesses your energy
expenditure and evaluates your eating style. Focuses on the
individual person because body shape is an individual matter
influenced by the interplay of genetics, culture, personal
behavior, notions and feelings. There is no generic fat that
melts and stays away just because you "eat fewer calories."
You'll be surprised to discover how small changes in execise,
caloric intake or even the types of food you eat can make a
dramatic difference.
Product: METRIC-X
Metric-English-Metric conversion utility. See full description
on page 381.
Product: Nonlin
Linear and nonlinear statistical regression. See full
description on page 445.
Product: PC-ECAP
Linear circuit analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 407.
Product: PC-TRACK
Satellite tracking package. See full description on page 583.

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Product: Periodic Table


Author: SMI Corporation, 918-241-2301
Version: 2.03 (05-19-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 3072k RAM; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products.
Look for: PT203*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 918-747-2542
to download it at no charge); PERTAB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72644,2335 for
assistance).
Download size: 479k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The ultimate periodic table. It shows all 110 chemical
elements. Gives over 30 data items for each one. View element
details on multiple elements via its MDI interface. It has data
on over 800 isotopes and can display radioactive decay trees
for over 500. Has a quiz mode to test your knowlege of the
elements. View bond properties. Allows printing of the Table,
data and decay trees. Now has x-ray data. Supports the Windows
clipboard and DDE. Great for students, researchers or
professionals.
Product: Simstat
Complete statistics and simulation program. See full
description on page 446.
Product: SkyGlobe
Desktop planetarium that is fast, fun, easy. See full
description on page 583.
Product: WinDatCon
Windows data conversion program. See full description on
page 145.
Product: WinGraph
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & polar equation grapher. See full
description on page 444.
13.16 Writing
See also: Writing applications.
Product: BIBLOGIC
Bibliographic reference database manager. See full description
on page 246.

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Product: BUDDY: A Tutorial Companion


Eight-lesson AI tutorial for clearer writing. See full
description on page 251.
Product: Cliche Finder
[***]
Checks writing cliches. See full description on page 243.
Product: Creativity Package
Become more creative & improve your writing. See full
description on page 249.

[***]

Product: PHRASE.ZIP
Combo hangman & wheel of fortune. New concept. See full
description on page 706.
Product: Relor Rhyming Dictionary
Type in a word & program displays rhyme words. See full
description on page 242.
Product: Rev. Lowell's Treasury of Humor
Searchable indexed Windows humor collection. See full
description on page 682.
Product: Zpeller
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 4.10 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 330k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
99 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ZPELR410.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ZPELER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:EDFORUM forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 68
Download size: 370k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy and effective way to improve spelling and vocabulary
for the individual student or an entire classroom. Tests
students in not only correct spelling but the word's
definition. Tracks words continually missed to help the
th
student concentrate on those words. Whether the user is a 4
grader with weekly tests or an out of school adult wanting to
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is there to help. Handles up to 19 students at once, up to


64,000 words per student.
13.17 Software tools & add-ins
13.17.1 For other
Product: Scholar Utilities
Author: Hawk Software, 306-543-8899
Version: 2.11 (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. WordPerfect 5.1 for DOS.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: Master disks, unlimited phone support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SCUT21.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WPUSERS forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 75130,1650
for assistance).
Download size: 97k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A macro system add-on for WordPerfect 5.1 for DOS. Written by
students in a Masters degree program, it boosts WordPerfect's
effectiveness by automatically putting footnotes in Turabian
format, sorts Bibliography entries and more. One of its
outstanding features is a Greek and Hebrew keyboard that allows
you to type in text with ease. Greek accents are no problem.
Hebrew is entered from right to left. This is a package that no
student should be without.
Product: WinFlash
Windows flash card program. See full description on page 512.
13.18 Other
Product: ELMER
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 1.00 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Phone support, free upgrades.
Look for: ELMER100.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593-9067 to download it
at no charge); ELMER1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An expert system based on a finite state machine using table
driven software. The declarative knowledge is stored in the
form of separate ASCII text and command files. The procedural
knowledge is stored in the state table. The Data files
correspond to the Knowledge Engine (and the Inference Engine),
the State Tables correspond to the Inference Engine. Also
contains an ASCII editor for text files, and a tool to view the
state table. Educational and useful for S/W support.

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Chapter 14
Graphics
14.1 Viewing programs
Product: BitMapZ For Windows
Windows BMP Slide Show & Presentation System. See full
description on page 562.
Product: Bubble Chart
Bubble Chart, animated graph. See full description on
page 338.
Product: The Complete Image
New image processor for big jobs/animations. See full
description on page 570.
Product: Drag And View
File viewers for Windows 3.1. See full description on page 61.
Product: ES-NMB
Network message board. See full description on page 433.
Product: ICL Builder
Author: Sloop Software, 719-260-0433
Version: 1.0 (06-06-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 100k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $12.50 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MCICLB.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72540,144
for assistance).
Download size: 185k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets the user easily build and maintain icon libraries for use
by program such as Program Manager and others. View and
extract icons from ico, exe, dll and icl files. Build as many
libraries as desired with up to 1000 icons in each library.
Export individual icons from libraries as ico or bmp files.
Import bmp files as icons.

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Product: Image'n'Bits
Author: Bananas Software Inc, 201-265-9855
Version: 1.0 (11-24-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; IMA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GRAPHSUP forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 70372,3466 for
assistance).
Download size: 470k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Multiple image display, OLE, full clipboard support, printing,
funhouse distortion filters, multiple edge detection,
algorithms, contrast & brightness adjustments, histogram tool,
blurring, sharpening, low and high pass filtering, embossing,
on line help, dithering, color reduction, various file format
conversions, add text to images, posterization, mosaic, gray
scale, etc.
Product: Jasc Media Center
[***]
Multimedia file cataloging. See full description on page 576.
Product: Katelin Comment Manager
Full featured file/comment manager. See full description on
page 62.
Product: Paint Shop
[***]
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-930-9171
Version: 3.0 (08-14-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$16.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month limited return policy.
Look for: PS.ZIP on BBSs; PS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE
forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72557,256 for assistance).
Download size: 248k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 winner, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards. 1994 finalist, Shareware
Industry Awards.
Description:
This Windows program will display, convert, alter, print
images. Paint Shop supports BMP, CUT, DIB, GIF, IMG, LBM, MAC,
MSP, PCX, PIC, RLE, TGA, TIFF, and WPG. Altering includes
resizing, cropping, dithering, color adjusting, and much more.
Also does screen capturing. Editor's Choice - Shareware
Magazine.

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Product: Paint Shop Pro


[***]
Complete painting image creation editing tool. See full
description on page 558.
Product: Papers
Wallpaper utilities for Windows. See full description on
page 214.
Product: PhotoPat
Color-by-number patterns from bitmaps. See full description on
page 581.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Windows image catalog utility. See full description on
page 576.
Product: PrintGF
Image printer. See full description on page 88.
Product: PrintGL
Pen plotter emulator package. See full description on page 88.
Product: RISS Icon Pak
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc., 401-767-3106
Version: 1.3 (05-02-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $16.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 3-month return policy;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: RISSICON.ZIP on BBSs (call 401-7673931 to download it
at no charge); RICON.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:RISS forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72662,463 for assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
2001 icons for Windows, plus the handy RISS Icon viewer utility
for viewing icons on a full-screen window! The icons are
conveniently categorized and divided into library collections,
such as games, applications, utilities, system, and many more.
Comes complete with SETUP system to automatically install on
"auto pilot".
Product: Super VGA Puzzle
Puzzle program based on travel photography. See full
description on page 687.

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Product: WinClip
Author: OsoSoft, 805-528-1759
Version: 3.5 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: WINCLIP.ZIP on BBSs (call 805-528-1759 to download it
at no charge); WNCLIP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:DTPFORUM forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71571,222 for assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An ideal way to view, print, and manage BMP, PCX, and GIF
files. AutoZoom shows images same size. Zoom from 10% to 500%.
Scroll. Prints individual images or thumbnail catalogs, with
file names and directories. Move, copy, or delete files. Load
any image into graphics editor of choice. Fast and easy to use.
14.2 Drawing/editor programs
See also: Business, Organization charts.
Product: Cards+More
Author: Informatik Inc., 610.640.0339
Version: 2.0 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe support; 3-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CARDSM.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76534,1166
for assistance).
SWREG#: 6325
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Versatile, easy-to-use graphics program. Creates cards,
announcements, labels, name tags, table tents, etc. Text,
graphics, shapes, lines. Supports 10 graphics formats. Resizing, snap-to-grid, drag & drop. Many text attributes, in
cluding 180-degree rotation. Code 39 bar codes, POSTNET, autonumbering, import, merge, crop marks. High quality printing.
File managment. More.

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Product: Chartist(tm)
Author: Novagraph, Inc., 214-231-2169
Version: 1.04 (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 250k RAM; EGA monitor;
Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer;
Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $69.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support. Bonus symbols.
Look for: NGCHR104.ZIP on BBSs; NGCHAR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 74036,2325 for
assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
This comprehensive flow charting and org charting package
features full color and font support, multiple symbol and
border styles and automatic routing of lines in multiple
styles. It also supports hypertext references to other
documents, import of bitmap graphics into symbols, and export
of data into other Windows applications. "Trophy Rated by
Public Brand Software." Shareware Industry Awards nominee for
"Best New Business Application of 1992."
Product: DRAFT CHOICE
Powerful, vector based CAD program. See full description on
page 565.
Product: EDGEFLOW
Author: Pacestar Software
Version: 5.0 (02-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 500k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer;
Postscript printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: EDGFLW.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4193 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 235k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A flowcharting and diagramming program for DOS. It provides
fast, powerful, easy to use features for creating, maintaining,
and formatting any type of diagram consisting of shapes and
connectors (arrows) between shapes. Shapes automatically

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adjust to text. Connectors automatically adjust when


connecting figures are moved. Pop-up menu interface, highly
customizable, WYSIWYG output to many printers including most
laser printers and many plotters.
Product: EnVision Publisher
Desktop publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 237.
Product: FF Business Cards
Create/print business and rolodex cards. See full description
on page 159.
Product: FF Designer Envelopes
Drag and drop envelope designer/printer. See full description
on page 97.
Product: FlowDraw Plus
Version: 1.00 (03-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 12
months of fax, CompuServe, mail support. 2-month return policy.
3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FDPLUS10.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-381-3320 to download it
at no charge); FDPLUS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCAPP forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73230,403 for assistance).
Download size: 640k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Helps you draw and print diagrams, flowcharts, and schematics.
Graphic interface uses a mouse - just point and click to draw.
Has 3 levels of zoom, 6 font sizes for text, automatic line and
arrow drawing, snap to grid, multiple undo, and full page view.
Program comes with symbol libraries for flowcharts,
electronics, and computers. Or you can create your own symbols
and symbol libraries. Import and export PCX files. Interactive
tutorial included. Most printers supported.
Product: Home Plan
Draw, print, edit & save house plans. See full description on
page 566.
Product: Hubble
Hubble 2.21 image + doc edit & processing. See full
description on page 560.
Product: ProtoCAD 3D
3-dimensional CAD/rendering program. See full description on
page 568.

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Product: SCP
Screen capture & print text to bitmap. See full description on
page 81.
Product: SmartDraw
Drag & drop flowcharting & draw for Windows. See full
description on page 571.

[***]

Product: SuperFlow
Author: Advanced Technology Group, Inc., 312-225-8133
Version: V1.10 (10-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA monitor;
Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript printer.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XSLFOW.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70671,2257 for
assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful Windows based flowcharting and presentation
diagrammer. Features include auto connections re-routing,
configurable defaults, user defined objects (drawing objects,
connectors, templates), group operations (move, delete, align
space, font formatting and etc.), BMP import/export, zoom in/
out, sub-chart linkage, password protection, tools box,
floating palette, cure/direct/auto line connections, extensive
drawing libraries, online help, clipboard supports and a lot
more.

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Product: TommySoftware CAD/Draw


Version: 1.10b (04-16-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TSCD_?.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:GRAPHICS forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 100020,3647 for assistance).
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful CAD and drawing program for Windows. Features
numerous drawing tools, associative dimensioning, user defined
hatchings, context sensitive help. Included is a DXF import
filter.
Product: Top Draw
Author: Top Software, 303-838-0384
Version: 2.0 (06-30-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $59.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 2-month limited return policy; bonus
data; bonus graphics; bonus templates; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: TOPDR20A.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); TOPD20.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:DTPFORUM forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID
72643,436 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1811
Download size: 820k (about 61 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards. 1994 winner, Shareware Industry
Awards.
Description:
1994 SIA Award Winner for Best Graphics Program! Powerful yet
easy to use object-oriented drawing program. For: DTP, charts,
illustrations, logos, brochures, newsletters, more. Rotating
text, text on a line, convert text to curves, text wraps to fit
shapes, gradient fills, textures, calligraphic pens, unlimited
named layers, complete Bezier curve support, context-sensitive
help, status line, excellent shape palette, comprehensive
multi-level undo. Import/export WMF, BMP and PCX. Much more!

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Product: TreeDraw
Family tree graphics chart editor. See full description on
page 607.
Product: WinGraph
Cartesian (2D & 3D) & polar equation grapher. See full
description on page 444.
14.3 Paint programs
Product: EnVision Publisher
Desktop publishing program (full-feature). See full
description on page 237.
Product: Paint Shop Pro
[***]
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-930-9171
Version: 3.1 (08-11-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$16.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month limited return policy; bonus graphics; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: PSP31.ZIP on BBSs (call 612-930-3516 to download it at
no charge); PSP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:JASC forum LIBrary 19
(or contact userID 74774,570 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4448
PsL#: 10286
Download size: 1800k (about 134 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 winner, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards. 1994 finalist, Shareware
Industry Awards.
Description:
The complete Windows graphics program for image creation,
viewing, and manipulation. Features include painting with 8
brushes, photo retouching, image enhancement and editing, color
enhancement, image browser, batch conversion and scanner
support. Included are 20 standard filters and 12 deformations.
Support plug-in filters. Over 34 file formats supported. Winner
SIA and ZiffNet awards.

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Product: PC-Draft II
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 3.26 (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: PCD2-*.ZIP on BBSs; PC-DRA.ARC on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70047,744 for assistance).
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
General purpose paint program. Includes graphics and text
screen capture & the PIX graphics language for animated
slideshows. Exports GEM .IMG format - perfect to include in
your word processor. Supports most Laser & dot-matrix printers.
Draw circles, lines, boxes, shaded rectangles, spray paint,
free-form drawing, edit fill patterns, and fonts; keyboard
macros; creates line and bar graphs; comes with clip-art
library. Makes bitmaps up to 1280x700 dots.
Product: QFont
Font editor for HP LaserJet soft fonts. See full description
on page 113.
Product: SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS
A coloring game for children. See full description on
page 510.
Product: SuperFlow
Windows based flowcharting & presentation. See full
description on page 554.

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14.3.1 Graphics diversions


Product: DAZZLE
Author: Worldwide MicroTronics, Inc., 713-298-1698
Version: 5.1b (03-19-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 350k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DAZZLE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCFUN forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76236,1573 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 150
PsL#: 11205
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 2D image engine for DOS and Windows as seen on CNN
FutureWatch. This non-TSR program has many images and menus.
Now the generally recognized defacto standard for selfdirecting computer art. Config menu, help, integrated doc file,
fades. A version of this program was used to make the DAZZLE
Long Form Music Video from Miramar, now on VHS and video
LaserDisk.
Product: Frenetic Screensaver
Author: Seraline Pty Ltd, +61-2-879-4482
Version: 3.3 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 3 months of
unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: FRENET33.ZIP on BBSs.
SWREG#: 4667
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Endless colorful graphic abstractions are painted from a wealth
of drawing elements. Windows screensaver. Uses a 256 color
palette or 16-color VGA.

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Product: Hubble
Author: Hubble Software Company
Version: 2.21 (06-15-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 4096k RAM; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $37.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 3501
Download size: 1156k (about 86 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Image editing, processing and manipulation. Add drawing, text,
etc. image patching, area fill. Process multiple images by
merge and stitch(+scaling). Interactive fine-tuning of
brightness, tone, color and contrast of image. Predefined and
custom design of filters, color conversion and dithering.
Document processing allows users to add and rearrange drawings,
text, etc. to document. Transform, scale, flip, and trim
images. Screen capture. Support TWAIN scanner.
Product: Image'n'Bits
Image enhancement program for Windows. See full description on
page 548.
Product: JailBird
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 2.11 (11-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: JBIRD211.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); JBIRD.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1494
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An entertaining mouse-driven program which lets the user create
and print replicas of "vanity" license plates. User can even
include personalized license plate "mounting bracket" around
the plate. WYSIWYG screen interface. Configurable on-screen
colors. Plates will include the state "slogan" at the bottom.
Will output to a wide variety of printers, even color printers.
Also output to PCX file.

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Product: Photo Show 3D


3D Windows screen saver. See full description on page 78.
Product: PhotoPat
Color-by-number patterns from bitmaps. See full description on
page 581.
Product: Tangram
The anceint Chinesee jigsaw puzzle. See full description on
page 688.
14.4 Presentation graphics
See also: Business, Training & support aids, Lecturing & slide
shows.
Product: BitMapZ For Windows
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.30 (01-20-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Dual 720k floppy drives; Mouse.
Registration fee: $14.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus graphics; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
99 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: BMPZW230.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); BMPZ4W.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1715
Download size: 720k (about 54 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to help you create slide shows using BMPs. It gives
you the control over the slide's background colour, duration of
the slide, and lets you add a clear title to each slide, making
them easier to find. Now you can have your PC help with
presentations, relaxation, teaching or just give yourself a
visual break anytime you need it. The program is also useful
for displays, where you can have passers by examine your
product while you are away or busy. Easy to use and fun to
watch!
Product: Bubble Chart
Bubble Chart, animated graph. See full description on
page 338.
Product: Chartist(tm)
Flowcharting and org charting. See full description on
page 551.

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Product: The Complete Morph


Full featured morphing facility for spec. F/X. See full
description on page 564.
Product: Crowndale Tales : ESCAPE!
Multimedia fable. See full description on page 689.

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Product: EDGEFLOW
Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS. See full
description on page 552.
Product: FF Graphics Conversion Utility
Convert metafiles and icons to bitmaps. See full description
on page 579.
Product: Grafer Line Graphs for Reports
Makes line graphs for reports. See full description on
page 412.
Product: Lecture
Displays text-based slide show lectures. See full description
on page 377.
Product: SmartDraw
Drag & drop flowcharting & draw for Windows. See full
description on page 571.
Product: SuperFlow
Windows based flowcharting & presentation. See full
description on page 554.

[***]

14.4.1 Animation applications


Product: The Complete Image
New image processor for big jobs/animations. See full
description on page 570.
Product: Photo Show 3D
3D Windows screen saver. See full description on page 78.

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Product: RTAG
Author: Phillip H. Sherrod, 615-292-2881
Version: 2.1 (05-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support.
3-month return policy.
Look for: RTAG20.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4193 to download it at
no charge); RTAG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GRAPHDEV forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 76166,2640 for assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Facilitates the generation of ray traced graphic animations.
This is not a ray tracing program; rather, it enables you to
generate the appropriate position of objects to produce an
animation using the ray tracing program of your choice.
Compiles a programming language designed for animation
generation and generates a set of files that can be used to
drive ray tracing programs such as POV-Ray, or other ray
tracers, to produce frame images.
Product: StarFlic
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 1.2 (04-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 200k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives;
EMS memory.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: SFLIC.EXE on BBSs; SFLIC.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71333,103 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A flic file (FLI) compiler and player program. Create flic
files from True Vision TGA, or 16-color PCX image files. Play
FLI and basic FLC files compiled by other programs. User
specified anti-aliasing and image reduction using a 3x3
Bartlett filter. Frame delay, gray scale color mapping, color
intensity averaging, VESA 256-color support, and more...

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14.4.1.1 "Morphing" applications


Product: The Complete Morph
Author: Hot Wax Software, 313-941-9223
Version: 2.10 (02-26-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data;
bonus graphics; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CMORPH.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:GRAPHDEV forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72163,2442
for assistance).
SWREG#: 1629
Download size: 476k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Very user-friendly morphing facility. Advanced mesh editing
allows easy mesh creation, and includes a 'live' zoom-window
for pixel-perfect mesh points. 3 different spline types for
various morphing effects. Breaks the 640K barrier with builtin virtual memory. Runs in 32-bit protected mode for more
speed and memory. Includes Overlays, backgrounds, over 100
user definable image processing filters built in. Speed mode
and high-quality modes. Plenty of other options and user
settings.
14.5 CAD/CAM applications
See also: Engineering; Graphics, Software tools & add-ins, For
AutoCAD.
Product: DRAFT CHOICE
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 2.00e (01-06-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 412k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; HP LaserJet printer;
Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Plotter; XMS
memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $69.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; 1-month limited

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return policy; bonus utilities; bonus fonts; discounts on other


products; discounts on upgrades. Bonus symbol libraries.
Look for: DC20E.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-2505 to download it at
no charge); DC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10
(or contact userID 71333,103 for assistance).
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Awards & nominations: 1993 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Vector based, affordable CAD program with over 200 drawing,
viewing and editing commands. Mouse and keyboard operation.
9-pin, 24-pin, HP LaserJet/DeskJet, PostScript and HP plotter
support. Auto-dimensioning, 256 layers, English and metric
units, auto-scaling, powerful floating point zoom, symbol
library support, animation, on-line calculator, parametric
function generator, EMS and virtual memory support, 3-D type
volume rendering, parallel, vertical, tangent modes, and much
more...
Product: GammaCAD
Author: Gamma Software, 303-490-2928
Version: 1.10 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support.
2-month return policy. 2-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: GCAD110.ZIP on BBSs; GCAD.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
assistance); GCAD110.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS forum LIBrary 6
(or contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This CAD program allows you to create drawings of real world
objects, in two dimensions, using their actual measurements.
They can then be plotted at any scale on any Windows supported
printer or plotter. Drawing elements include: lines, arcs,
circles, points and text. Line types (dashed, dotted, etc.),
line color and line width can be specified. Also gives you
full text font control. Edit features include: copy, delete,
scale and rotate. Zoom, pan, element snaps, help and more.

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Product: Home Plan


Author: Home Plan, 209-754-4891
Version: 2.7 (11-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of phone,
CompuServe, GEnie, mail support; bonus utilities; discounts on
other products.
Look for: HOME27.ZIP on BBSs; HOME27.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71321,167 for
assistance); HOME27.EXE on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or
contact userID C.HERNDON for assistance).
SWREG#: 388
Download size: 134k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draw, save & print house plans. Easy to learn & use.
* Move, copy, resize, mirror
* Undo, redo, clone
* Automatic dimensioning, supports metric
* Optionally shows framing (studs/joists/etc.)
* Rectangles, circles, Arcs, etc.
* Delete screen areas
* Selectable line styles
* On-screen odometers, protractor
* Automatic door insertion
* Variable width walls
* Print screen size or 1/8" per ft scale
* Insert pre-drawn furniture/appliances
* Sq ft calculation
Product: Layout
Office layout and equipment inventory. See full description on
page 337.

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Product: PC-Draft-CAD
Author: Natural Software, 708-377-7320
Version: 3.06g (12-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $65.00 (Canadian dollars) (add $91.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: PCDCAD*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); PCCAD*.EX on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 70047,744 for assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full featured CAD system with features found in expensive
commercial CAD systems. Automatic dimensions, unlimited layers,
named objects in group libraries, context sensitive help, print
on plotters, dot-matrix, lasers. Exact scale output in feetinches, metric, decimal feet or inches. Keyboard macros. Import
WordPerfect .WPG, .DXF; export .WPG, .GEM, ASCII or HPGL
formats. Includes fonts, sample drawings, symbol libraries.
spline curves, area calc. Virtual memory.
Product: PrintGF
Image printer. See full description on page 88.
Product: PrintGL
Pen plotter emulator package. See full description on page 88.

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Product: ProtoCAD 3D
Author: TRIUS, Inc., 508-794-9377
Version: 2.00 (04-23-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse; Plotter; Epson
printer; EMS memory.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month limited return policy;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PC3D20.ZIP on BBSs; PCAD3D.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71333,103 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
Powerful 3-Dimensional CAD/rendering program. Windows-like, on
screen toolbar; dynamic trackball viewpoint rotation;
perspective, isometric, and plane views; realistic light source
and surface shading; user defined color mixing; 32 layers; 3D
drawing tools (cone, block, mesh, prism...); powerful extrude,
revolve, sweep, skin and patch 3D commands, full compliment of
editing commands (Copy, Move, Scale...); TGA, POV, PCX output;
VESA support; more...
Product: TommySoftware CAD/Draw
Powerful CAD and drawing program for Windows. See full
description on page 554.
14.5.1 Vector/ray tracing
Product: REALIZE
Author: Transcendental Technologies
Version: 1.0 (09-21-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk. POV
2.0 or later (freeware raytracer).
Strongly recommended: AutoCad or other .DXF file generator.
Registration fee: $50.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
mail support; bonus utilities; bonus data; bonus graphics; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: REALIZE.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 272k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A full-featured, one-step .DXF-to-POV raytracer description
file format converter. It converts all 3D entities and extruded
2D entities to a ready-to-trace package. Fully converts simple
and nested blocks as well as the 256 standard colors. Full
control of smoothing, texturing, etc. is implemented via a

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"directive file". Other features: automatic generation of


floors,skies,and lighting; infinitely smooth shapes; bit maps;
CSG; 2D effects; others.
Product: RTAG
Ray tracing animation generator. See full description on
page 561.
14.6 Business applications
See also: Business.
Product: The Complete Image
Author: Hot Wax Software, 313-941-9223
Version: 3.11 (07-01-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, DOS 3.3 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; discounts on upgrades. 3-month
free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CIMAGE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:GRAPHDEV forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72163,2442
for assistance).
Download size: 347k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A new concept in image processing. Its batch abilities
combined with macros make it a powerful tool for large
amination projects. Command line interface offers much more
flexibility than most other interfaces. Features include:
read/write/merge/convert TGA/IMG/BMP/GIF and IPI; complete
24-bit VESA support (1.2 VBE); online help; macros; over 100
filters built in; uses all memory plus VMM; gamma corr. &
contrast enh.; blue screen effects; much much more!

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Product: EXPRESSGRAPH
Author: Expressware Corporation, 206-788-0932
Version: 1.05 (05-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 320k RAM; CGA monitor; Epson
printer.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$23.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; 2-month return policy; discounts on
upgrades. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: EGRAF1.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-788-4008 to download it at
no charge); EGRAF1.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75226,2020 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The size of the graph can be adjusted by changing the height
and width. Horizontal and vertical grids can easily be turned
on or off. The scaling factor can be controlled. Graph up to
16 groups of 52 numbers each using 16 different fill patterns.
Line graphs can be made with or without symbols. Bar charts
can be regular, overlapped, stacked, percentage or three
dimensional. Pie charts can be uncut, exploded or separated.
Import data from other programs.
Product: Grafer Line Graphs for Reports
Makes line graphs for reports. See full description on
page 412.
Product: LABELS-PLUS Labeling System
Bar code label print system. See full description on page 94.

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Product: SmartDraw
[***]
Author: SmartDraw Software Inc., 619-549-0314
Version: 2.01 (08-18-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, fax, mail support; bonus
graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: SMRTDRW.ZIP on BBSs (call 617-354-8873 to download it
at no charge); SMRTDR.ZIP on CompuServe in WIN:PROD forum
LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 75334,3714 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4133
Download size: 475k (about 35 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy-to-use program for Windows that lets anyone draw great
looking diagrams, flowcharts, flyers, maps, and other business
graphics. Better value and easier to use than Visio, more
powerful than SnapGrafx, it provides drag & drop drawing,
automatic connecting lines between shapes, built-in design
styles and shape libraries. Works with Microsoft Office and
other programs as an OLE Server. You don't have to be an artist
to get professional results when you use this. Winner Best
Graphics Program, 1995.
Product: TreeChart
Comprehensive package for organization charts. See full
description on page 355.
14.6.1 OCR applications
Product: WinOCR
Author: SoftTech, 071-359-0405
Version: 2.0b (09-20-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WINOCR.ZIP on BBSs; WINOCR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 100116,3254 for
assistance).
Download size: 225k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An Optical Character Recognition program. It works with bitmaps
produced using low cost hand-held scanners and is intended to
provide an effective method of data entry for programmers and
others who require OCR.

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14.6.2 Mapping/cartography
See also: Data, Mapping data; Engineering, Surveying &
cartography.
Product: Landscape Explorer
Author: WoolleySoft, 0786-825406
Version: 3.01 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $65.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
bonus data; bonus templates; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LAND*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 100332,2104
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2099
PsL#: 11239
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A 3D landscape viewer/GIS application for Windows. Can import
data from digital files or scanned map images to create 3D
models of landscape surfaces. These can be viewed from any
position and drawn in many different schemes such as Summer and
Winter colours, GIS data mapping and wire frame. Supports USGS
DEM 7.5' and UK OS NTF LandRanger file formats.
Product: MAPIT
Author: Allison Software, 412-727-2198
Version: 1.4 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; EMS memory.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer;
Plotter; XMS memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $10.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$20.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free runtime
license;
Look for: MAPIT14*.* on BBSs (multiple files); MAPIT*.* on
CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 72600,1200 for assistance).
Download size: 912k (about 68 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An integrated world mapping system of amazing detail which lets
you create customized maps for work, shool, or fun.
* print detailed, professional-quality customized maps
* merge maps with word processing documents
* record and plot GPS data
* add your own detail with 100 foot precission

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* measure distances, calculate azimuth angles, and plot


great circles and range curves with areas
* see the day and time anywhere in the world
* zoom to any level of detail
Product: VERSAMAP
Author: Charles H. Culberson, 302-731-0694
Version: 1.40 (06-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
return policy; bonus utilities; bonus fonts.
Look for: VMAP140.ZIP on BBSs (call 916-327-1208 to download it
at no charge); VMAP14.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70511,3134 for assistance).
Download size: 321k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draw outline maps on 13 map projections. Print maps on
printer; or as PCX, PIC, CGM, ASCII files. Add text to maps.
Contains new countries formed from USSR, Australian States,
Canadian Provinces. Plot World Data Bank II and USGS Digital
LIne Graph data. Plot Great Circles, report course and
distance at waypoints along Great Circle, plot maps in 16
colors, select background and grid colors.
14.7 Ready-made graphic images
See also: Data, Mapping data.
14.7.1 Multi-format images
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Windows image catalog utility. See full description on
page 576.

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14.7.2 BMP images


Product: Kid's Art
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.1 (09-20-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. Ability to display or print
BMP images.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: KDSART11.ZIP on BBSs; KDSART.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Twenty children's drawings converted to graphics files. BMP
format (16-color bitmapped) suitable for WIndows wallpaper and
other BMP uses. Not great art, but childlike, could be fun.
Best in color.
14.7.3 PCX images
Product: Kid's Art
Children's artwork. See full description on page 573.

[***]

14.7.4 WPG images


Product: Graphcat/DOS Clip Art Cataloger
Clip art cataloger for WordPerfect 6.0/5.1. See full
description on page 264.
Product: Graphcat/Win Clip Art Cataloger
Graphcat clip art cataloger for WPWin61/52. See full
description on page 265.
14.7.5 Other formats
Product: Crowndale Tales : ESCAPE!
Multimedia fable. See full description on page 689.
Product: RISS Icon Pak
RISS Icon Pak: 2001 Icons, plus Icon Viewer! See full
description on page 550.
14.8 Utilities
Product: Grafer Line Graphs for Reports
Makes line graphs for reports. See full description on
page 412.

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Product: QFont
Font editor for HP LaserJet soft fonts. See full description
on page 113.
Product: RISS Icon Pak
RISS Icon Pak: 2001 Icons, plus Icon Viewer! See full
description on page 550.
Product: RTAG
Ray tracing animation generator. See full description on
page 561.
14.8.1 Cataloging tools
See also: Utilities, File utilities, File sorting & conversion.
Product: 4EDIT
File description editor for 4DOS. See full description on
page 217.
Product: Graphcat/DOS Clip Art Cataloger
Clip art cataloger for WordPerfect 6.0/5.1. See full
description on page 264.
Product: Graphcat/Win Clip Art Cataloger
Graphcat clip art cataloger for WPWin61/52. See full
description on page 265.
Product: Jasc Media Center
[***]
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-930-9171
Version: 2.02 (07-13-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse; sound card.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$16.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus graphics; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: MC202.ZIP on BBSs (call 612-930-3516 to download it at
no charge); MC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:JASC forum LIBrary 19
(or contact userID 74774,570 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4493
Download size: 875k (about 65 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows program for multimedia file management and
manipulation. Organize your multimedia files into albums of
thumbnails. Catalog, search, sort by keyword, comment, or file
properties. View files using the powerful slide show feature.
Full file manipulation capabilities from within the program.
Print high quality contact sheets. Support for over 35 file
formats, removable disks, and CD Roms. Winner 1995 ZiffNet
Awards.

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Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System


Author: ACK Software, 502-955-7527
Version: 2.0.83 (07-03-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor. HICOLOR adapter for 24-bit
images.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$7.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: PIXF20.ZIP on BBSs; PIXF20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71220,23 for
assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Windows image cataloging utility. Supports BMP, CGM, GIF, ICO/
ICN, IFF, IMG, JPEG, MAC, TIF/EPS, RLE, TGA, WMF, WPG,
Micrografx DRW, Win external filters. Output formats include:
BMP, GIF, JPEG, TIF, TGA, IFF/LBM, WMF. Display catalogs as
thumbnail images. Print images and catalogs. Image tools
include: resize, cut & paste, mirror, flip, rotate, dither,
palette manipulation. Capture screens. Supports OLE as a
server. MDI interface allows multiple images and/or catalogs to
be displayed.
14.8.2 Graphic screen capture
See also: Utilities, Hardware utilities, Screen, Screen
capture.
Product: Capbuf
TSR captures text screens to disk. See full description on
page 80.
Product: The DemoMaker
Creates demos/slide shows for any DOS program. See full
description on page 483.
Product: Paint Shop
Image displayer, converter, editor. scrn cap. See full
description on page 549.

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Product: Paint Shop Pro


[***]
Complete painting image creation editing tool. See full
description on page 556.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Windows image catalog utility. See full description on
page 574.

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Product: Professional Capture Systems


[***]
Author: JASC, Inc., 612-930-9171
Version: 2.0 (01-26-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $39.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$16.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PCS20.ZIP on BBSs (call 612-930-3516 to download it at
no charge); PCS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:JASC forum LIBrary 19
(or contact userID 74774,570 for assistance).
Download size: 145k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A combination of both Windows and DOS programs that will
simplify screen capturing. The Windows program allows for the
capturing a defined area, full screen, window, or client area.
Captures can be sent to the clipboard, printer and disk.
Numerous image formats supported. The DOS program will capture
standard and extended VGA text modes and standard VGA graphics
modes. Captures are saved to PCX or BMP files.
Product: WinCap+
[***]
Author: The CodeWorks+ Ltd.
Version: 1.00 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VBRUN300.DLL.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WCP*.ZIP on BBSs; WCP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:DTPFORUM
forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 100571,3124 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4939
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful bitmap viewer/printer/capture utility for Windows
(3.1). Capture a complete window, or any part of a window, then
print, save or copy it to the clipboard. Capture using a hotkey or by pointing and clicking. Capture dropped down sub-menus
& combo/list boxes, zoom images, 16 and 256 colour supported.
An ideal tool for anyone preparing any kind of documentation
that requires an image of a window. Detailed on-line help is
provided.
14.8.3 Graphic print screen
See also: Utilities, Printer utilities.

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Product: SCP
Screen capture & print text to bitmap. See full description on
page 81.
Product: WinCap+
Powerful Windows(3.1) screen capture utility. See full
description on page 576.

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14.8.4 File format translators


Product: The Complete Image
New image processor for big jobs/animations. See full
description on page 568.
Product: The Complete Morph
Full featured morphing facility for spec. F/X. See full
description on page 563.
Product: FF Graphics Conversion Utility
Author: M & R Technologies, Inc., 407-951-2268
Version: 1.1 (12-20-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: FFGCU.ZIP on BBSs; FFGCU.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72103,505 for
assistance).
Download size: 41k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Allows you to convert and metafiles and icon images into bitmap
format, suitable for use with any program that can read bitmap
images. Also allows you to scale metafiles to smaller and
larger sizes. Many of today's graphic images are sold and
distributed in Windows metafile formats, making it impossible
to use the images in programs that require bitmap images. This
solves the problem!
Product: Image'n'Bits
Image enhancement program for Windows. See full description on
page 548.
Product: Jasc Media Center
[***]
Multimedia file cataloging. See full description on page 574.
Product: Paint Shop
Image displayer, converter, editor. scrn cap. See full
description on page 549.

[***]

Product: Paint Shop Pro


[***]
Complete painting image creation editing tool. See full
description on page 556.

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Product: PrintGL
Pen plotter emulator package. See full description on page 88.
Product: SCP
Screen capture & print text to bitmap. See full description on
page 81.
14.9 Software tools & add-ins
14.9.1 For multiple programs
Product: QUIK-INSTALL
7k application install program! Many features. See full
description on page 486.
Product: RTAG
Ray tracing animation generator. See full description on
page 561.
14.9.2 For AutoCAD
Product: REALIZE
Full converter from .DXF to POV raytracer. See full
description on page 567.
14.9.3 For other
Product: FontMe!
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software, 714-898-7262
Version: 2.5 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products.
Look for: FONTME.ZIP on BBSs; FONTME.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 322k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A comparison and printing program for those who have more
windows fonts than they know what to do with! Lets you compare
two fonts on screen, changing styles and size. Also print the
fonts for a more detailed comparison (side by side letters).
Print a complete list or book of your fonts. Compare two
similar fonts and place one on the delete list for later
removal (tells you where the font is and what name it has on
your hard disk). Too many features to list here.

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Chapter 15
Home & hobby
See also: Finances, Personal finances; Business, Work-at-home.
15.1 Arts & crafts
Product: PhotoPat
Author: Rainbow Scan, Inc., 404-642-7515
Version: 1.5 (09-30-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; bonus graphics; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PHOTOP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:CRAFTS forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 75027,3674
for assistance).
Download size: 760k (about 57 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A truly unique Windows image processing package. Bitmap images
are read in (or transfered via the Clipboard) and then
converted into photo-realistic "color-by-number" patterns. A
sophisticated algorithm is used to optimally select pixels into
appropriate color-balanced pieces. Other features include
control of the number and density of pieces, user defineable
palettes (up to 240 colors), poster size output, HPGL and DXF
pattern output, and several image processing functions.

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Product: Quilt
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.32 (04-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; QUILT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 322
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A diverting graphics program or nonresident screen saver, using
half square quilting patterns. You can create specific
patterns or set the program to continuously change patterns.
Change widths, patterns, rotate or flip the designs, or colors
for "billions and billions" of combinations. Configurable color
palettes (v1.1 lets you set 8 colors at a time) chosen from 64
possible colors. Ages 8 to 88.
15.2 Astronomy
Product: CircumSpace
Author: KlassM Software, Inc.
Version: 1.0 (09-06-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CIRCUM10.ZIP on BBSs (call 517-695-9952 to download it
at no charge); CIRCUM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ASTROFORUM forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76207,3377 for assistance);
CIRCUM10.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID M.HANEY3 for assistance).
Download size: 190k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays the sky as it would actually appear from anywhere
within several hundred light years of the Earth. Fast, fun, and
easy to use, it lets the user travel to any of 7,780 nearby
stars with the click of the mouse, or choose the nifty warping
mode to smoothly animate the voyage. Learn where the Sun would
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dim!) it would be. See how the familiar patterns change as you
journey.
Product: clySmic Lunar Almanack
Author: clySmic Software, 518-438-5548
Version: 2.00 (01-24-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $9.95
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LUNA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 76156,164 for
assistance).
Download size: 346k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Displays the current moon phase; rising, southing, and setting
times, the constellation & signe of the moon, and more. Easy to
use, with beautiful, colorful graphical display with moon icons
and scanned bitmaps. Can be run as an icon displaying the moon
phase only. Takes advantage of >16-color displays if present.
Product: PC-TRACK
Author: Acme Workshops, 513-878-6030
Version: 2.14 (01-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM, EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card, 31/2"
& 51/4" master disks, three months support.
Look for: PCT214.ZIP on BBSs (call 513-427-0674 to download it at
no charge); PCT214.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 71371,1257 for assistance).
Download size: 355k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A general purpose satellite tracking package designed to take
the complexity and confusion out of finding where any earth
orbiting satellites (weather, amateur radio, military, foreign,
etc.) are in space. It will track up to 8 satellites
simultaneously and will provide necessary antenna pointing
data. It provides a colorful, graphical means of visualizing
satellite orbits both in stunning 3D spherical displays and
flat map displays.

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Product: SkyGlobe
Author: KlassM Software, Inc.
Version: 3.6 (10-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; Modem; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of fax,
CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: SKYGL036.ZIP on BBSs (call 517-631-3471 to download it
at no charge); SKYGLB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ASTROFORUM forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76207,3377 for assistance);
SKYGLO36.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID M.HANEY3 for assistance).
Download size: 362k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1992 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
1990 winner, Public Brand Software contests for useful
programs.
Description:
The award-winning planetarium that is fast, fun, and easy. A
fixture on the Shareware Top Ten, it is the fastest program of
its kind, and it provides a realistic and beautiful display of
the spendor of the heavens. You can instantly change your
computer view of the cosmos, or use one of the many animation
modes to simulate celestial motion. Use it to plan a night's
viewing, teach yourself about the universe around us, or just
to show off the graphics of your computer.

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Product: SkyMap
Author: Christopher A. Marriott, 612-322-5868
Version: 2.1 (07-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $36.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$9.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime limited return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: SKYMP*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); SKYMP*.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:ASTROFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files)
(or contact userID 100113,1140 for assistance).
SWREG#: 876
Download size: 1300k (about 97 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A highly accurate "Planetarium" for Windows 3.1 or better. It
can display a map of the sky, as seen from anywhere on Earth,
for any date between 4000BC and 8000AD. The program can display
stars, planets, comets, and "deep sky" objects such as star
clusters, nebulae and galaxies. Extensive information about any
object on the map can be obtained simply by clicking on it, and
pictures can be displayed. High-quality maps can be printed on
any printer supported by Windows.
15.3 Computers
See also: Education, Computers.
Product: CD-ROM Guide
Author: Save the Planet Software, 303-641-5035
Version: 1.1 (02-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus data; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 505k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A directory of CD-ROM titles for DOS and Windows. Includes
title name, system requirements, description, price, and
publisher contact information (including 800 number & FAX). A
useful way to locate exciting and unusual CD-ROMs - because
many titles can only be obtained directly from the publisher,
not from dealers or catalogs. 50 Topic categories for easy
access, plus actual CD-ROM screen shots and multimedia tips.

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Product: Computer System Manager


Tracks computer system hardware/software. See full description
on page 275.
Product: DAZZLE
EGA/VGA super-kaleidoscope, image generator. See full
description on page 558.
Product: Palette Adjuster
Adjusts the colors on your VGA monitor. See full description
on page 75.
Product: Teleshare/DOS Remote Access
[***]
Basic DOS remote control. See full description on page 443.
15.4 Collecting
Product: AlbumMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 8.50 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ALBM850.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ALMSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 76
Download size: 261k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for audiophiles who want to catalog their albums and
produce professional looking printouts, the program is easy to
use and powerful. Standard entries for title, artist, album
number, category, and tunes plus 3 user defined fields! The
user can obtain printouts for criteria or all, and can search
for all fields or combination, even tunes! Printouts include:
an abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom lisiting, 3X5
and Rolodex cards, front labels, and a complete tune listing!

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Product: AlbumMaster For Windows


Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.10 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $33.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: ALBMW210.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); ALBMW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2511
Download size: 882k (about 66 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for audiophiles who want to catalog their albums and
produce professional looking printouts, the program is easy to
use and powerful. Standard entries for title, artist, album
number, category, and tunes plus 3 user defined fields! The
user can obtain printouts for criteria or all, and can search
for all fields or combination, even tunes! Printouts include:
an abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom lisiting, 3X5
and Rolodex cards, front labels, and a complete tune listing!
Product: The Book Collector (New & Rare)
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software, 714-898-7262
Version: 1.5 (10-29-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $59.95 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; discounts on
other products.
Look for: FGSTBC.ZIP on BBSs; FGSTBC.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For book collectors large or small. Keeps library location,
value, condition, date published, pages, ISBN#, subject,
author, title and lots of room for comments. Update the value
of your book as time goes on and the value increases. Also
includes a scetion to keep track of the books you would like to
add to your collection some day. Print this list when you
attend auctions, shows or conventions. You can also keep the
dealers you have had contact with and rate them. Lots of print
routines.

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Product: Book Librarian


Book cataloging program. See full description on page 520.
Product: Car Restoration Diary
Data tracking for vintage auto restoration. See full
description on page 275.
Product: CassetteMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 9.10 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CASM910.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); CMSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 77
Download size: 261k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for users who want to catalog their cassettes and
produce professional looking printouts, the program is easy to
use and powerful. Standard entries for title, artist, tape
number, category, and tunes plus 3 user defined fields! The
user can obtain printouts for criteria or all, and can search
for all fields or combination, even tunes! Printouts include:
an abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom lisiting, 3X5
and Rolodex cards, front labels, or J Card style case inserts &
a tune list!
Product: CassetteMaster For Windows
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.10 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts

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on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free


update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CASW210.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); CMSTRW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3697
Download size: 872k (about 65 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for users who want to catalog their cassettes and
produce professional looking printouts, the program is easy to
use and powerful. Standard entries for title, artist, tape
number, category, and tunes plus 3 user defined fields! The
user can obtain printouts for criteria or all, and can search
for all fields or combination, even tunes! Printouts include:
an abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom lisiting, 3X5
and Rolodex cards, front labels, or J Card style case inserts &
a tune list!
Product: CDMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 8.60 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics or
Laser printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: CDM860.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); CDMSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 78
Download size: 341k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
CD lovers need a program as sophisticated as the format itself
to catalog their collections. This is the answer! The program
is easy to use and powerful. Standard entries for title,
artist, CD number, category, and tunes (plus 3 user defined
fields! The user can obtain printouts for criteria or all, and
can search for all fields or combination, even tunes! Printouts
include: an abbreviated listing, full catalog, a custom
lisiting, 3X5 and Rolodex cards, front labels, and a complete
tune list!
Product: CDMaster For Windows
The BeZT CD library ever! See full description on page 630.

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Product: CDPlayer for Windows and DOS


Audio CD playing and cataloging program. See full description
on page 631.
Product: Household Register
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 3.12 (12-27-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $34.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie
support.
Look for: HR312.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge); HR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance); HR312.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID L.TURNER1
for assistance).
Download size: 183k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Excellent easy-to-use menu-driven home/office inventory program
holds upto 99,999 items and can use an unlimited number of
databases. Includes complete database management functions and
full featured report printing. Lists reports to screen,
printer or disk. A valuation report prints your inventory and a
summary of total items by category, location or owner. Features
pop-up pick lists; on-line help; warranty lists showing
warranty expiration dates, a sample database and much more.
Product: MCBase
Author: Harry Doldersum, NL-(0)74668480
Version: 1.1e (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Epson printer; EMS memory; XMS memory;
math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $22.00 (add $8.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, BBS, CompuServe, newsletter, mail
support; discounts on upgrades. 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MCB11E.ARJ on BBSs; MCB11E.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:COLLECT forum LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 100270,2132 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1636
PsL#: 11341
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fully relational database system for music collections,
giving you full access to your collection, onscreen or on
hardcopy. You can access the items in your collection by

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artistname, album-/cd-title, songtitle or also on a


locationcode if stored on tape. Written in Pascal and uses the
dBase .DBF file standard, to ensure your data is stored in a
transparant, reliable and standarized manner.
Product: RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys.
Menu based biblio/reference system. See full description on
page 246.
Product: ScrollZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.10 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: SCRLZ210.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); SCROLZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 262k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A great way to track all of your printed matter; be it
magazines, comics, books, graphic novels, newspapers,
newsletters, anything! All in one easy to use system. Input
screens designed with specific needs in mind, even a NoteZ
section for recording your own thoughts and comments! Prints
listings, catalogs, 3X5 or Rolodex cards, custom listings, and
even a statistical breakdown of your collection! Cross
reference by any of the fields or combination. Find by any
field or combination, even NoteZ!
Product: SoundZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 4.00 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk. IBM Graphics printer.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-

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wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts


on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: SOUNDZ4.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); SOUNDZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 63
Download size: 450k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for audiophiles who have multiple formats for their
collections (cassettes, CDs, 45s, 78s, LPs, and reel to reels).
It is more in depth than any of the other audio program. So, if
you need more than a basic catalog then this is for you!
Standard entries for title, artist, reference number, category,
price/value, date of purchase, date of origin, unlimited number
of songs per side (with notes entries for each!), and a text
liner NoteZ field of up to 5000 lines.
Product: SoundZ For Windows
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.15 (03-09-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk. IBM Graphics printer.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: SDZW215.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); SNDZW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3696
Download size: 950k (about 71 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed for audiophiles who have multiple formats for their
collections (cassettes, CDs, 45s, 78s, LPs, and reel to reels).
It is more in depth than any of the other audio program. So, if
you need more than a basic catalog then this is for you!
Standard entries for title, artist, reference number, category,
price/value, date of purchase, date of origin, unlimited number
of songs per side (with notes entries for each!), and a text
liner NoteZ field of up to 5000 lines. Plus save scanned cover
art!

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Product: VideoMaster
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 9.00 (11-29-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: VIDM900.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); VIDM.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 61
Download size: 244k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
To help user catalog their video tapes and assist user in
printing catalogs, standard and user customized listings and
labels for the spine and front of the tape. Entries for tape
number, title, rating, start point, star, costar, three user
defined entries and up to 5000 line synopsis as well as
category. User can find any tape by any field or combination.
Can handle up to multiple titles on a single tape, file only
being limited by disk space. Great for the home video buff!
Product: VideoMaster For Windows
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 2.10 (03-09-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM
Graphics printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card; 31/2"
master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.

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Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent


out.
Look for: VIDW210.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); VIDM4W.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4969
Download size: 900k (about 67 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
To help user catalog their video tapes and assist user in
printing catalogs, standard and user customized listings and
labels for the spine and front of the tape. Entries for tape
number, title, rating, start point, star, costar, three user
defined entries and up to 1000 line synopsis as well as
category. User can find any tape by any field or combination.
Can handle up to multiple titles on a single tape, file only
being limited by disk space. Great for the home video buff!
Product: The Wine Window
[***]
Author: Prospect Software, 309-682-8151
Version: 1.2 (08-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2024k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; runtime license; LAN license; site
license; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. 6-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WWINSTAL.EXE on
CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 19 (or contact userID
72324,2434 for assistance).
Download size: 1419k (about 106 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A wine cellar management program that allows multiple cellars
or collections. Extensive graphing (ageing, value, soundness,
distributions, etc.). Multiple quality ratings. More than
2,000 producers pre-loaded. Fast, smart collection entry. Wine
value history. Demonstation cellar included. Written by a
software professional and avid wine collector.
15.5 Fortune telling & astrology
See also: Religion & philosophy.

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Product: ASTRO
Author: Christopher J. Noyes Software, 718-625-2262
Version: 2.86 (11-19-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Mouse; Epson printer; EMS memory; math
coprocessor.
Registration fee: $39.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $6.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 6-month return policy; discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: AST286-?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
718-625-0411 to download it at no charge); AS286?.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71570,3055 for assistance).
Download size: 584k (about 44 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The program for astrological analysis. A fun, full-featured,
easy-to-use astrology program for MS-DOS. Does natal
compatability and transits. Produces interpreted text and
graphics cartwheels. Supports most printers and word
processors.
Product: ASTRO For Windows
Author: Christopher J. Noyes Software, 718-625-2262
Version: 1.08 (11-19-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; EGA monitor;
Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; Mouse; XMS memory.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Plotter; Epson printer;
EMS memory; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $44.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $6.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 6-month return policy; discounts on other

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products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: ASW108-?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
718-625-0411 to download it at no charge); AW108?.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71570,3055 for assistance).
Download size: 1024k (about 76 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The program for astrological analysis. A fun, full-featured,
easy-to-use astrology program for Windows. Does natal
compatability and transits. Produces interpreted text and
graphics cartwheels. Supports most printers and word
processors.
Product: By the Numbers
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 5.4a (07-28-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus utilities; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: NUMB54A.ZIP on BBSs; NUMBER.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10189
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Use the philosophy of Numerology to analyze your name &
birthdate for their symbolic meaning and metaphysical
vibrations, giving a complete personality profile. Uses
Pythagorean system, takes name changes into account, analyzes
10 personality elements, provides forecast. Readings can be
saved, edited, printed.
Product: clySmic Lunar Almanack
Moon's phase/place/times. See full description on page 581.

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Product: Crystal Ball


[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.0 (05-12-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: CRSTL40.ZIP on BBSs; CRYSTL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 185k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Welcome to the world of the psychic computer! This tongue-incheek program makes predictions and answers questions with a
sometimes enigmatic style reminiscent of the ancient Greek
oracles. You select the subject matter for predictions of
personal interest. This could explain where those crazy tabloid
headlines come from!
Product: ESPTEST
Parapsychology tool. See full description on page 542.
Product: Fortune Teller
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.4 (10-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
bonus utilities; discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: FORT44.ZIP on BBSs; FORTUN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10249
Download size: 290k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A potpourri of fortune telling techniques includes three
playing card methods, dice, Numerology, Runes, and "Instant
Oracle". A history and explanation of each method appears in
the documentation. Also included is an ESP test.
Product: Geomancy
[***]
Ancient system of divination with black magic. See full
description on page 661.

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Product: I Ching Empower Tool


Author: Empower Tools
Version: 1.0 (05-02-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; discounts on upgrades. Certification as Empower
Consultant with Pro version.
Look for: CHING.ZIP on BBSs; CHING.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:NEWBAGE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75363,1523 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5719
PsL#: 14045
Download size: 1400k (about 104 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
New interpretation of the 5,000-year-old I Ching gives you
answers to your most important, intimate questions by bringing
your reasoning, conscious mind in contact with your intuitive
subconscious. Gives a 360-degree view of your situation and
helps you develop greater creativity and flexibility in career,
relationships, conflict resolution, strategy, Self and spirit.
Great brainstorming tool. Highly graphic. Print and/or file
your readings. Two Help files, including full text of I Ching.
Product: Mayan Calendar
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.8a (12-27-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: MAYAN38.ZIP on BBSs; MAYAN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 185k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Uses the astronomical knowledge of the ancient Mayans to
convert a modern calendar date to its Mayan equivalent, and
then gives the Mayan astrological interpretation. Also uses
Julian period dates and will calculate from Mayan to modern
date. Has chart of Mayan and Aztec day and month names. Easyto-understand documentation and history of the Mayan calendar
included on disk. Norman Donaldson's excellent research is
explained in detail.

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Product: NUMERO UNO


Author: Christopher J. Noyes Software, 718-625-2262
Version: 1.05 (11-19-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Mouse; Epson printer; EMS memory; math
coprocessor.
Registration fee: $39.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $3.50 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $6.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master
disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 6-month return policy; discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: NUM105-?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call
718-625-0411 to download it at no charge); NU105?.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:NEWAGE forum LIBrary 1 (multiple files) (or
contact userID 71570,3055 for assistance).
Download size: 584k (about 44 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The program for numerological analysis. A fun, full-featured,
easy-to-use numerology program for MS-DOS. Does analysis of
birth date, birth name and current name. Produces interpreted
text reports, data report, and name transits and calendars.
Supports most printers and word processors.
Product: Personal Tarot
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.1 (10-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: TAROT31.ZIP on BBSs; TAROT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10220
Download size: 205k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tarot cards have been used around the world throughout history
for fun and fortune. Now you can enjoy professional quality
Tarot readings on your PC! Automates shuffling and dealing,
builds a 10-card layout, and displays card descriptions and
meanings. You choose from different methods of shuffling and

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layout. You can edit card interpretations and add your own
comments. Readings can be saved, edited, printed. No graphics.
Product: The Richard Webster System
Read personalities like professional psychic. See full
description on page 636.

[***]

Product: Wynter Stone's I Ching


[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.2 (02-17-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
drives.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: ICHNG12.ZIP on BBSs; ICHING.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10756
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The I Ching is an ancient Chinese book used for both fortune
telling and philosophical insight. Toss coins or sticks to
create a pattern of 6 lines, forming a hexagram for
interpretation. You can edit the text for each hexagram and add
your own comments. Readings can be saved, edited, printed.
Product: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.6 (11-17-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: WGUID16.ZIP on BBSs; WGUIDE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
If you've ever wondered what "New Age" really stands for, this
could help. It's an on-disk mini-encyclopedia of subjects
related to mystical experiences of various kinds. Both DOS and
Windows versions are included. Freeware.

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Product: Your ESP Test


[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.5 (05-19-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: ESP15.ZIP on BBSs; ESP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENK
forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for assistance).
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Find out if you have psyhcic powers, using three standard tests
to see if you have ESP (extra-sensory perception) potential.
Try precognition (seeing the future), clairvoyance (knowing
things unseen), or telekinesis (moving objects iwth your mind).
Lots of fun!
15.6 Gambling
See also: Games, Casino games; Home & hobby, Sports,
Handicapping; Home & hobby, Sports, Betting pools.
Product: BlackJack!
Simulation of Blackjack - great learning aid. See full
description on page 672.
Product: Lotto Challenger
Lottery analysis for Pick 5 and 6 lotteries. See full
description on page 625.
Product: LOTTO MANIA
Lotto Manager for lottos based on six numbers. See full
description on page 625.
Product: NFL Forecaster for DOS
Predicts winners & spreads of NFL games. See full description
on page 651.
Product: NFL Forecaster for Windows
Predicts winners & spreads of NFL Games. See full description
on page 652.

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Product: Race The Nags


Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 1.3 (08-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products. Registered version has no bet
limit, $500 in "seed" money and a utility for viewing
statistics on all horses.
Look for: RTNAGS13.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); NAGS13.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 87k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Up to 6 players. Over 200 horses! Start the game with $50 in
"seed money" and give it your best shot. Make the Hall Of Fame
if you're good enough! If you're REAL good you might make it to
the elite Millionaires Club. Place your bet to WIN PLACE or
SHOW and hope the jockey stays on your horse.
Product: RoboCrap.v94
Crap table simulator. See full description on page 679.
Product: $mart Gambler
Author: PC Information Systems, 702-342-0376
Version: 1.6 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: SGAMB16.ZIP on BBSs (call 702-849-2209 to download it
at no charge); SGAMB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 71360,72 for assistance);
SGAMB16.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID R.SCHOENBECK for assistance).
Download size: 342k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For people who play to win! Explains and gives strategies for
choosing the best casinos, money management, gambling odds and
improving luck. All the popular games are covered in full
detail with the best possible strategies for each provided.
Planning features calculate bet sizes. Reporting features
collect your data and generate reports and graphs. Shows you

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how to control your bankroll, analyze your play and best of all
better your results!
Product: Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro
Complete thoroughbred handicapping system. See full
description on page 644.
Product: TURF.v93
Thoroughbred handicapping system. See full description on
page 645.
Product: ULTIMATE BACCARAT
Interactive animated Baccarat simulation. See full description
on page 680.
Product: ULTIMATE BLACKJACK
Interactive animated blackjack simulation. See full
description on page 680.
Product: Windows Lotto
Analysis & wheeling for Pick 5 & 6 lotteries. See full
description on page 626.
15.7 Gardening
Product: Grow'Em
Author: Paul Postuma, 506-849-6967
Version: 3.0 (03-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory.
Registration fee: $19.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $2.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $2.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $3.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; bonus data; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GROW3V.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:GARDENING forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 74471,1240
for assistance).
SWREG#: 5335
Download size: 868k (about 65 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Definitive program on propagating plants from seed, cuttings,
by layering, etc. Features over 200 species, most propagating
techniques in depth, and detailed info on growth media,
composting, cold frames, lighting, etc. Easy-to-use resource,
illustrated with sketches and digitized images, runs well under
DOS or Windows. Mouse or keyboard-driven

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Product: HortMan
Author: Sunrise Software, 408-377-0703
Version: 1.0 (11-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 136k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A software management tool developed to bring the power of the
PC into the horticultural profession. The wise gardener keeps
an up-to-date notebook for all seasons. Retains your notes for
each plant and compile a list of task for each month of the
year. Can help organize other sources of information such as
books and periodicals. Exchange or distribute plant information
with associates and friends: it easily transfers plant
information to and from diskette.
15.8 Genealogy
Product: Brother's Keeper
Author: John Steed
Version: 5.1 (02-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie,
mail support; 12-month return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: BK5*.* on BBSs (multiple files) (call 616-364-1127 to
download it at no charge); BK5*.* on CompuServe in CIS:ROOTS
forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact userID 75745,1371
for assistance); BK5*.* on GEnie in GENEALOGY forum LIBrary 8
(multiple files) (or contact userID J.STEED1 for assistance).
Download size: 1500k (about 112 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
A full featured genealogy program which can store names, dates,
locations, and other information for up to 1,000,000 people. It
prints all the standard charts and reports and a few unique
ones. Reports include ancestor or pedigree charts, descendant
reports with relationships, graphic descendant tree, family
group sheets, alphabetical name lists, birthday lists, custom
designed reports, ahnentafel lists, graphic box charts, and a
descendant register report. Includes gedcom.

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Product: CHRONOS
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 536.
Product: Cumberland Diary
Powerful diary/journal entry program. See full description on
page 179.
Product: Cumberland Family Tree
Author: Cumberland Family Software, 615-647-4012
Version: 3.5 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 2-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CTRE35.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70713,3476 for
assistance).
Download size: 323k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Powerful, easy-to-use genealogy program with pull-down menus
and extensive on-line help. Enter birth, death, marriages,
notes. Automatically keeps track of relationships. Surname
anywhere in name. Place names entered only once then selected
from pop-up window. Print pedigrees, family groups,
descendents, time line, lists, statistics and many more
reports.
Product: Cumberland Story
Author: Cumberland Family Software, 615-647-4012
Version: 1.2 (01-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 2-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CSTY12.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70713,3476 for
assistance).
Download size: 229k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Write your own or your ancestors life story. Pull-down menus,
on-line help, word processor with cut & paste features.
Suggested or user-defined chapters and topics. ASCII import and

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export. Multi-entry text search. Prompts help outline your


story with ideas of things to write about.
Product: EZ-Tree
Author: MicroFox Company, 216-659-9489
Version: 2.30 (05-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return
policy; LAN license; site license; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: EZT230.ZIP on BBSs (call 216-661-9065 to download it at
no charge); EZT230.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary
3 (or contact userID 73057,3113 for assistance); EZT230.ZIP on
GEnie in GENEALOGY forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 211k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A genealogy program that lets you keep track your family tree.
It can link family trees together and report on them in many
different formats. Can handle 16 marriages per person and 32
children per couple, with an almost unlimited number of people
thanks to the new linking ability. By far, this is the easiest
genealogy program to use. It presents the family in an onscreen tree structure.
Product: Family Calendar for Windows
Prints family oriented, quality wall calendar. See full
description on page 150.
Product: NOACH
Genealogy. See full description on page 308.
Product: OMNIDay
Daily diary program for up to 10 users. See full description
on page 181.

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15.8.1 Pedigrees
Product: Kith and Kin
Author: SpanSoft, +44-(0)1383-510597
Version: 2.03 (07-22-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: L-24.00 (add L-2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add L-2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
L-2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: KITKIN.ZIP on BBSs; KITKIN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ROOTS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100101,1155 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2537
PsL#: 11172
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Stores and documents family trees which will appeal to
genealogists and family historians. Features an easy to use
graphical interface and powerful multi-level editing tools. The
program supports date and place of births, marriages and deaths
as well as mutiple marriages and aliases for each person.
Pictures, diagrams, sounds, etc may be linked to a person or
family via Windows OLE. Imports and exports PAF GEDCOM files.
Prints drop-line trees and detail reports.

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Product: TreeDraw
Author: SpanSoft, +44-(0)1383-510597
Version: 1.10 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Epson printer. Kith and Kin or other PAF GEDCOM comaptible
genealogy database.
Registration fee: L-20.00 (add L-2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add L-2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
L-2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: TRD110.ZIP on BBSs (call +44-(0)1242-232623 to download
it at no charge); TREDRW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:ROOTS forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100101,1155 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3200
PsL#: 11528
Download size: 337k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A specialist graphics editor for creating high quality
genealogical drop-line charts. Descendant and ancestral trees
may be imported direct from Kith and Kin tree files or from PAF
GEDCOM files created by other genealogy programs. Converts
these trees into easily edited picture elements which can then
be re-formatted and re-arranged before storing and printing. It
is now easy to produce perfectly laid out charts and
incorporate pictures, diagrams and other simple graphics.
15.9 Ham radio
Product: ETCAI Electronics Instruction
Electronics learning and training system. See full description
on page 518.
Product: LAN-LINK
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 2.20 (07-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Radio transceiver and TNC.
Registration fee: $45.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support, free
upgrades.
Look for: LL220EXE.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593-9067 to download it
at no charge); LL220.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A personal packet terminal program for the TNC1, TNC2, KPC-2
and most of all a smart multimode digital communications
controller for the KAM, MFJ1278 and the PK-232. Menu driven,
optimizes the configuration of the TNC in each communications

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mode and provides smart terminal features. Includes Pactor and


ANSI color file transfers and BBS/PacketCluster smart features.
Product: PC-ECAP
Linear circuit analysis program with graphics. See full
description on page 407.
Product: PC-HAM
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 3.52 (03-20-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $36.50
Registration benefits: Support, free updates, source code.
Look for: LOG3_52.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593-9067 to download it
at no charge); LOG352.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
More than a simple menu driven computerized logbook, it allows
you to access the data in the logbook in ways that have not
been previously possible. For example: generate your DXCC
status automatically. A contest logging package, sweepstakes
simulation game and propagation prediction programs are also
included in the package.
Product: PC-TRACK
Satellite tracking package. See full description on page 581.
Product: RADIOSIM
Simulation of a radio-electric link. See full description on
page 408.
Product: WHATS-UP
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 1.20 (07-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Radio receiver and radio
modem.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Phone/CompuServe/mail support, free
upgrades.
Look for: WU120EXE.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593-9067 to download it
at no charge); WU120.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:HAMNET forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 70531,1405 for assistance).
Download size: 202k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A tool which provides the Radio Amateur, or the Educator, with
the capability to perform experiments in spacecraft orbital
dynamics as well as monitoring the environment onboard several
of the Orbiting Satellites Carrying Amateur Radio (OSCAR)
during individual passes or over long periods of time. Provides
an introduction as to how this can be done using readily
available low cost equipment (under $500.00).

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15.10 Health
Product: ShotZ
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 3.00 (01-15-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 330k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives. IBM Graphics
printer.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent
out.
Look for: SHOTZ300.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it
at no charge); SHOTZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 233k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Originally designed to handle immunization tracking for a USAF
Reserve unit, this program has been "adopted" by many nonprofit organizations and families as an easy way to track
immunization due dates. Handles up to 10,000 people for 12
different immunizations. User can change immunization tracked
and dues dates as the need arises. Prints or allows viewings
of lists and produces letters when shot is overdue. All
proceeds from this program go to the American Red Cross.
15.10.1 Food/dietary/kitchen
Product: From Scratch recipe processor
Author: Desktop Solutions, 516-493-3422
Version: 3.04 (11-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $34.95 (Canadian dollars) (add $4.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $6.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add $6.00
(Canadian dollars) for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FS*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:COOKS forum LIBrary 0 (multiple files) (or contact userID
74676,3314 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2554
PsL#: 10678
Download size: 1k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Easy to use Windows recipe program! Unlimited number of
ingredients per recipe, and any number of recipes.
Sophisticated printing with combination of fonts. Complete

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search capability, yield conversion, fractions, shopping list,


and more. Calculates nutrition information from a 4400 item
USDA database. Prints on 3X5 cards. Converts from Meal Master,
Compu-chef, and Micro Kitchen recipes, as well as allows
swapping recipes with other From Scratch users. Stores data in
dBase IV compatible files.
Product: Grocery Manager for Windows
Author: Absolute Value Software
Version: 2.31 (11-05-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. CGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse; VBRUN200.DLL.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; discounts on other products. 12-month free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: GMW231.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it at
no charge); GMW231.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72327,1673 for assistance).
PsL#: 10646
Download size: 460k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
Helps you do your meal planning and grocery shopping.
Simplifies and speeds up the process of making a menu and
shopping list. You input how many days you would like to plan
meals for, then what dishes you want to have on each day. The
ingredients that each dish is made of are saved (part of the
setup process), so when a meal is planned for a certain day,
the ingredients for that meal will be automatically included in
a shopping list it generates.
Product: Heart Smart
Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
Version: 2.0 (04-25-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HSMART.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHAR forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72176,2507
for assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Designed to help you eat healthier and help your heart out. Has
a modifiable food list of 900 items and allows you to plan a
7-day menu and print the menu out to a graphics printer. Keep
calorie counts by meal, by the day, or for the whole week.
Automatically computes the percentage of fat in your diet.
Print preview function and ability to copy entire meals are
just two of the new functions.
Product: LEANER
Author: MoonStone Software, 505-982-7251
Version: 2.20 (11-22-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: LEAN220.ZIP on BBSs (call 505-662-0659 to download it
at no charge); LEAN22.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GOODHEALTH forum
LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71021,3617 for assistance);
LEAN220.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 265k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Find your ideal weight. Discover your cardiovascular risks.
Check your anxiety level. Determine your eating style. Graphs
& reviews your daily, monthly & yearly progress. Tracks over
45 different exercises. Handles groups, while password
protection ensures personal data privacy. Handles metric and
english weights and measures. Supports international date
format. Has had rave reviews. And has been found effective
for individuals and fittness salons.
Product: Managing Your Food
Tracks food cost, nutrition, and inventory. See full
description on page 356.

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Product: Master Chef Release One


Author: Acme Workshops, 513-878-6030
Version: (01-23-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 580k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, quick reference card,
three months support, bonus database & utilities, 30 day money
back guarantee.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MCR1*.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:DIABETES forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 71371,1257 for assistance).
Download size: 650k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A master kitchen management tool, providing recipe management,
diet planning, meal planning, meal scheduling, and shopping
list managment. Has a user-friendly, "windowed" user interface.
Tracks 20 nutrients and 10 food exchange categories. Manages
multiple recipe files, schedules, and meal plans. Over 800
scalable recipes per file. Up to 93 days per schedule. Comes
with over 800 ingredients including USDA nutrient data. Costs
and scales recipes, schedules, and shopping lists.
Product: Master Meal Manager
Author: Acme Workshops, 513-878-6030
Version: 1.51 (01-09-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $25.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, 31/2" & 51/4" master disks,
three months support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A masterful combination of user friendliness and common sense
functions making the common kitchen management chores (recipes,
meal planning, and shopping) a breeze. All three are integrated
so that your recipes are used to generate a meal schedule for
up to 14 days worth of meals. The meal schedule and recipes are
then used to generate your shopping list. Easy to learn. Easy
to use.
Product: Me & My Metabolism
Effects of lifestyle on your energy balance. See full
description on page 543.

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Product: MicroCook
Author: NORSKi Software, 414-632-9815
Version: 1.81 (06-23-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor; Dual
720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe,
GEnie, mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities;
bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
upgrades. 24-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out. Bonus recipes.
Look for: MCOOK181.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-878-2106 to download it
at no charge); MCOOKN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:COOKS forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72713,1667 for assistance);
MCOOK181.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID NORSKI for assistance).
SWREG#: 3595
PsL#: 14025
Download size: 380k (about 28 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A recipe collection management program for DOS with easy to use
editor, pull-down menus, and with full mouse support. Number of
recipes and databases only limited by hard disk space. Import
and Export recipes in ASCII format, and will Import ASCII
recipes from Meal-Master, MasterCook and Edna's. Powerful
searches. Duplicate recipe checking. Print to any printer, or
to disk file. Recipes included. Works great in Windows too!
Product: Program for a Small Planet
Author: Strat-Tech, Inc., 800-783-9544
Version: 6.0 (10-26-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Dual 720k floppy drives.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $26.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.


6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FOODSM60.ZIP on BBSs; FOODSM.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:GOODHEALTH forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 72317,2332
for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: The author claims to accept local-currency checks
from non-U.S. customers.
Description:
Finds healthy and delicious food combinations. We combine
foods based on "Diet for A Small Planet" by Frances Moore
Lappe. We include calorie, sodium, cholesteral, fat, fiber and
protein counts. Has computerized pantry and graphics. Develops
combinations naturally the way traditional food dishes evolve.
Product: Windows Gourmet
Author: Dovcom, 801-221-4527
Version: 1.2 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 1000k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades;
registration commissions. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WNGOUR12.ZIP on BBSs (call 801-224-4031 to download it
at no charge); WNGOUR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 19 (or contact userID 74552,1027 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3167
PsL#: 11406
Download size: 339k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful, easy to use recipe database and meal planning
system. Familiar "recipe card" display and simple interface
allows for quick entry and indexing of hundreds of recipes.
Easily group a series of recipes together into a single meal
and adjust servings to account for any yield. Prints shopping
lists, as well as individual recipes. Can retrieve and save
Meal Master text files.

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15.10.2 Exercise/fitness
Product: AeroChart
Author: MoonStone Software, 505-982-7251
Version: 1.20 (12-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return
policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: AC120.ZIP on BBSs (call 505-662-0659 to download it at
no charge); AC120.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GOODHEALTH forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71021,3617 for assistance);
AC120.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3.
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Aerobic exercise logbook. Helps you formulate a set of easy to
reach exercise goals and attain them. Graphs and reviews track
daily, monthly, and yearly progress. Supports groups. Password
protection ensures privacy for personal data. Calculates Cooper
Aerobic Points and calories expended (45+ activities). Add your
own exercise, goals, routines, and strategies. Displays
english and metric weights and measures. Automatically converts
between systems. Supports international date format.
Product: Bike
Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
Version: 2.0 (04-02-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 110k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
mail support; lifetime return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BIKE20.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHAR forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72176,2507
for assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Useful for the casual as well as the serious rider. Keep track
of miles ridden, average speed, average ride, etc. Display
information in numerical or graphics form. Print your ride log
and start with a fresh database every year. Features the
ability to customize two fields for your particular training
regimen. Data can be exported to another database program or
spreadsheet.

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Product: Clickometer
Warns when keybd/mouse activity exceed limits. See full
description on page 153.
Product: From Scratch recipe processor
Recipe database for Windows with nutrition. See full
description on page 608.
Product: LEANER
Weight control charting & motivation program. See full
description on page 610.
Product: Me & My Metabolism
Effects of lifestyle on your energy balance. See full
description on page 543.
Product: Program for a Small Planet
Finds healthy and delicious food combinations. See full
description on page 612.
15.11 Household automation
Product: Around The House
Complete personal/home information manager. See full
description on page 166.
Product: Chores & Rewards
Author: K. Jeff Hayes, 919-365-6027
Version: 1.00 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, fax, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
3-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 3-month free upgrading allowed. 3 free update disk(s)
sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CHORES.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 71652,634
for assistance).
Download size: 146k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
System for managing childrens chores, rewards and penalties
featuring: 3 motivation/compensation methods; automatic
compensation reconciliation; performance tracking; "bank
account" management; and checklist printing.

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Product: JRE Home Inventory


Author: JRE Enterprises
Version: 6.3 (09-30-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL. PKUNZIP v2.04G or later.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $18.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: HOMI63.ZIP on BBSs (call 602-814-0483 to download it at
no charge); HOMI63.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71162,2311 for assistance).
SWREG#: 225
Download size: 520k (about 39 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Keeps track of all your household items for insurance purposes.
Eleven different types of reports with many options for
tailoring. True print preview, ability to change printer and
screen fonts, plus much more! Categorize items by location,
room, insurance category, and personal category.
Product: Private Library
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.0 (04-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRPRI30.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you put your own collections online, your books, c/d's,
audio and video tapes, more. Powerful search function lets you
look at your data in many ways. You can sort and print the
entire collection or the records you find using search.

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Product: Records of the Realm


Author: My Little Realm Enterprises, 201-529-8318
Version: 3.0 (04-12-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support. 3-month
return policy. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MLRROR30.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you keep track of those important records and items you
keep forgetting about or misplace. Forgotten where your medical
records are? How about your home title and insurance papers?
Your will? This program remembers them all. Quickeys make data
entry a snap.
Product: Smart10
Author: Sympathetic Software
Version: 2.1 (10-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor. X10 PowerHouse CP290.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support. 36-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; SMRTEN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMHW forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 71046,1476 for
assistance).
PsL#: 10400
Download size: 97k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Devised to overcome limitations of the CP290 and its software.
It maintains a year's calendar of events. Use Sunrise and
Sunset as times. Events can beconditioned to occur (or not) if
it is dark (or light), between dates you have specified, or on
command line parameters.
Issue direct or delayed commands and cancel pending events.
Automate AUTOEXEC.BAT to compare the computer's date-time with
target date-times, and adjust clock for daylight savings time.

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Product: Super!Market
Author: Trulli Tops Software, Inc., 216-974-5189
Version: 1.10 (12-01-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: SUPMK*.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge); SUPMK*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70700,3555 for assistance).
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows-based home productivity product used to create a
shopping list that includes prices and aisle numbers. The list
can be printed in aisle sequence with or without pricing
information. Exploits the advantages of windows facilities in
Windows or OS/2 so that operations are quick and accurate.
International customization is allowed for currency type,
decimal style, and date presentation.
Product: TMC Calendar & Phone Book
Calendar & phone book with phone dialer. See full description
on page 145.
Product: WinPrice
Picks best deal from any two choices. See full description on
page 406.
15.12 How-to projects
Product: Home Plan
Draw, print, edit & save house plans. See full description on
page 564.
15.13 Hunting & fishing
See also: Home & hobby, Sports, Firearms.

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Product: Bass Class


Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 1.8 (08-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: BCLAS18.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); BASSCL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Highly educational and lots of fun. It's loaded with on-screen
help and even has a built in glossary of fishing terms. Totally
realistic. Has three skill levels and a great user interface.
If you're a novice, you'll appreciate the helpful suggestions.
You pros are on your own! Excellent graphics and animation.
From the author of BassTour!
Product: BassDuel
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 2.0 (08-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: BDUEL20.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); BASSDU.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 193k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The most incredible fishing game of all! Two anglers fish
simultaneously from the same boat, just like the real thing.
Eight rods. Thousands of lure/color combinations. Head to head
competition against your partner and the top names in bass
fishing. Excellent graphics and animation.

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Product: BassTips
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 1.5 (08-06-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: BTIPS15.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); BTIPS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 61k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Sure to improve anyone's fishing! Can be configured to pop onto
your screen each time you turn on your computer. Comes with a
tip editor so you can add your own tips. Makes a great way to
start your computing session.
Product: BassTour
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 4.9 (08-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor. Also supports CGA, MCGA, EGA and Hercules
monitors.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; bonus graphics; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: BTOUR49.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); BASSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The ultimate fishing game for your computer. You control a
fully rigged bass boat. Over 2300 lure/color combinations. Six
different rods. Trolling motor, LCD chart recorder and lots
more. Comes complete with six different areas to fish (the
registered version comes with 16!). Mouse support is provided,
but not necessary. Fish a 3 day tournament against 30 of the
top names in bass fishing!

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Product: The Deer Expert


Author: Strat-Tech, Inc., 800-783-9544
Version: 4.2 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $26.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 1-month return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: DEERHU42.ZIP on BBSs; DEERHU.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOOR forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72317,2332 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: The author claims to accept local-currency checks
from non-U.S. customers.
Description:
Gives you over 100 methods for gun hunting of whitetail deer.
Has techniques for doe, small bucks, and recovery of wounded
deer. When you purchase you get bonus techniques for medium,
large bucks, recipes, and more. Also has a library of
information and an extensive logging facility! Valuable safety
information is a must!
Product: The Fish Expert
Author: Strat-Tech, Inc., 800-783-9544
Version: 3.2 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $26.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of tollfree 800# phone, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products. 6-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: FISHEX32.ZIP on BBSs; FISHEX.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOOR forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 72317,2332 for
assistance).
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Editor's note: The author claims to accept local-currency checks
from non-U.S. customers.
Description:
Contains fishing patterns and techniques as well as a fishing
log system. Recommended in Outdoor Life magazine and elsewhere.
You input conditions you fish under and program gives proven
methods to catch trout. Library, logs help you capture your own
data base.

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Product: FishBase ][
Author: Olsen Outdoors, 508-486-3985
Version: 3.0 (08-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on other products.
Look for: FBASE30.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge); FISHBA.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70031,534 for assistance).
Download size: 115k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Records individual fish you catch. Generates lots of statistics
about them. Powerful search and sort capabilities. Fast, easy,
form oriented data entry. On-screen help. A must for the
serious angler. Can improve your fishing and make you more
competitive!
Product: Fishtime
Author: C & E Associates
Version: 2.2 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 100k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 6 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited return policy; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: FSHTME22.ZI on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Hunters and fisherman have long known that a relationship
exists between the phase and position of the moon and the
activity and feeding patterns of fish and game. This calculates
the best times to hunt and fish on any given day for any
location in the continental United States based on the phase
and position of the moon. The output is a graph plotted on the
screen showing the probability of success for the 24 hour
period selected. Prime time lists are also provided.
Product: QBALL
Small arms exterior ballistics. See full description on
page 650.

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15.14 Lottery
Product: Lotto Challenger
Author: Data Solutions, 813-653-3093
Version: 3.8 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hard disk; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $29.50 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. 2-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: LOTTOC38.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-653-4034 to download it
at no charge); LOTTOC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72356,354 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2580
PsL#: 11326
Download size: 134k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Picks the best numbers to play based on a statistical analysis
of previously drawn lottery numbers. This is not a random
number generator. The numbers picked can be played in any of
the 20 wheeling systems that are included. Other wheeling
systems can be added if desired. Checks the tickets played
against the numbers drawn for winning matches. Includes many
charts that help you handicap lottery numbers. Works with all
lotteries that pick 5 or 6 numbers, including Powerball.
Product: LOTTO MANIA
Author: Robert O. Leafloor, 613-591-5525-(HOME)
Version: 2.01 (01-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk; Epson printer.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $15.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $15.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: LTMAN20*.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 350k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
LOTTO MANIA v2.01 <ASP>. Menu driven, supports multiple
lotteries based on 6 numbers drawn. Popular US and Canadian
databases and user support provided to paid users, otherwise
user enters their own numbers. Sample database included.
Contains number picking algorithms based on user specified
criteria. Easy to use, advanced error checking, built-in
context sensitive help. Registered users required to pay
$15.00. See also VENDINFO.DIZ for further details.

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Product: Lotto Prophet


Author: DataMicro, Inc., 813-629-7720
Version: 5.0 (01-05-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. at least 1 720k floppy.
Registration fee: $19.50
Registration benefits:
Look for: PROPHET5.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-766-0780 to download it
at no charge); PROPH5.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 71251,2123 for assistance);
PROPHET5.ZIP on GEnie in IBM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
GDAVIS13 for assistance).
Download size: 320k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lotto Prophet Ver 5.0 Provides more HOT statistical algorithms
than any lottery program on the market today and has a history
of picking BIG winners. New instant State of Lottery Report.
Supports Pick 5,6,7, Keno & PowerBall. Reports by Trips, Quads,
PowerDue, Hot, Overdue, Most Likely, Friends & Fate. Complete
Data File Control. Wheeling Systems. Picks, Stores & Checks for
WINNERS. LP has had winners in the USA, New Zealand, Canada,
Australia, Cyprus & Ireland.
Product: Lotto Thunder (PICK-6 Version)
Author: Charles P.Staats
Version: 1.4 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 5.0 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer;
EMS memory; XMS memory.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, newsletter, mail support; runtime license;
discounts on other products.
Look for: LOTTOT14.ZIP on BBSs; LOTT14.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCFUN forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72747,2474 for
assistance).
Download size: 550k (about 41 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete lotto prediction and number systems program. Has
four completely different methods of predicting lotto numbers.
Wheel systems up to 54 numbers, multiple level predictions,
save predictions, scan for winners, scan for past performance,
auto and manual execution of prediction methods, no game limit.
Pull down menus, in-memory scanning, support for expanded
memory. Graphs, pie, bar, line, and time-series graphs.

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Product: Windows Lotto


Author: Data Solutions, 813-653-3093
Version: 1.1 (05-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.0 or better. 2000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; Epson printer; VBRUN100.DLL.
Registration fee: $35.95 (add $3.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
3-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: WINLOT11.ZIP on BBSs (call 813-653-4034 to download it
at no charge); WINLOT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 72356,354 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2581
PsL#: 11327
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Picks the best numbers to play based on a statistical analysis
of previously drawn lottery numbers. The numbers picked can be
played in any of the 24 wheeling systems that are included. You
can substitute your own systems if desired. Checks game tickets
for winning matches. Many statistical charts and graphs are
included that help to handicap the lottery numbers. Works with
all lotteries that pick 5, 6 or 7 numbers, including Powerball.
15.15 Movies & video tapes
Product: Have You Read That Movie?
Quiz/database: films based on literary works. See full
description on page 700.
Product: Music and Video Librarian v3.8
Author: Alpine Software, 214-964-1897
Version: 3.8 (08-24-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.
Registration fee: $29.95
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MVL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73770,3273 for
assistance).
Download size: 260k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Ideal tool for Audiophiles and video collectors. Organize
music (all types) and video collections, Hi-Fi and video
equipment, plus a radio station directory. Fully customizable
including screen color slection, user defined report writer to
allow you to design your own reports plus much more.

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Product: Video Librarian


Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 4.02 (12-31-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $34.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, GEnie,
mail support; bonus data; discounts on other products.
Look for: VLB402.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge); VLB.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance); VLB402.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID L.TURNER1
for assistance).
Download size: 273k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
Full featured menu-driven database manager that catalogs video
libraries like no other. 14 database management functions
available from data entry screen. Holds 18 fields of
information about each title. Has very fast search and find
routines. Prints reports to the screen, printer or disk. Prints
labels on regular or custom labels for cassettes. Mouse
support, context sensitive help, moveable, re-sizeable browse/
find screens. Memo field for movie synopsis.
Product: VideoMaster
Helping you *master your video collection. See full
description on page 590.
Product: VideoMaster For Windows
Helping you *master your video collection. See full
description on page 591.
15.16 Music
See also: Education, Music.

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Product: ACCU Music System


Author: Kevin J. Fischer
Version: 3.4 (05-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited mail support. Next program
version with documentation; code to disable begging screens;
discount upgrades.
Look for: AC34MUSC.ZIP on BBSs (call 619-566-1745 to download it
at no charge); MUSC34.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 4.
Download size: 270k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Includes everything needed to create music on your computer:
* editor lets you enter notes & see them on the screen as
well (graphics or text)
* transposer changes the key signature of your music &
raises/lowers your music by half steps
* prints your music in sheet music format on a printer
* music player for playing on the PC speaker or a sound card
* multiple voice songs; .ROL file converter (to/from); more
Product: AlbumMaster
Easily catalog your album collection. See full description on
page 584.
Product: AlbumMaster For Windows
Helps you *Master your album library. See full description on
page 584.
Product: AMF Intelligent Organ for Win
Author: AMF Shareware Productions
Version: 1.0 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. sound card.
Registration fee: $11.95
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 6 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6). 1-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: ORGAN.ZIP on BBSs; ORGAN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 74250,1700 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3236
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Casio-like organ synthesizer for Windows. Play 127
instruments in 5 octaves with your mouse. Has recording and
playback capabilities. When playing back, it actually looks

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like someone is playing the piano. Easy to use. Realisticlooking keyboard.


Product: CassetteMaster
The best way to catalog your cassettes. See full description
on page 586.
Product: CassetteMaster For Windows
The best way to catalog your cassettes. See full description
on page 586.
Product: CD-Box
Author: Jeffrey Belt, 415-497-5573
Version: 3.03B (08-11-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor;
Mouse. AdLib or SoundBlaster card.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited phone, mail support; 6-month return policy;
bonus utilities; discounts on other products.
Look for: CDBOX303.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A VGA/mouse player/playback shell to play music on an AdLib or
SoundBlaster card (or better). It provides a common high-level
interface to multiple sound file formats (.CMF .MID .MOD .MUS
.ROL .VOC .WAV and user-defined) with extras: pause & repeat &
volume control, multiple and random song selection, automatic
handling of bank files, song titles and lengths, playback from
.ARC, .ARJ, .PAK and .ZIP archives, nice graphics and funny
animations!
Product: CDMaster
Helping you to *master your CD library. See full description
on page 587.
Product: CDMaster For Windows
Author: Unicorn Software Limited, 816-429-3558
Version: 3.10 (01-29-95)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 330k RAM; VGA monitor;
Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus graphics; all

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ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;


discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CDMW310.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 317-784-2147
to download it at no charge); CDM4W.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact userID
70272,3317 for assistance).
Download size: 856k (about 64 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
CD lovers need a program as sophisticated as the format itself
to catalog their collections. This is the answer! The program
is easy to use and powerful. Standard entries for title,
artist, CD number, category, and tunes (plus 3 user defined
fields! The user can obtain printouts for all or criteria, and
can search for all fields or combination, even tunes! Printouts
include: an abbreviated listing, full catalog, 3X5 and Rolodex
cards, front labels, and 3 different styles of complete tune
lists!
Product: CDPlayer for Windows and DOS
Author: Jupiter Software, +44-081-946-4826
Version: 3.4 (10-31-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 400k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse. Sound card.
Registration fee: L-15.00 (add L-6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add L-6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
L-6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus utilities. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: CDPLAY34.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-623-6203 to download it
at no charge); CDPJ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:CDROM forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 100140,2134 for assistance).
Download size: 310k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
All the functions associated with a normal CD player, together
with the ability to catalog and search your collection.
* Custom, single track & shuffle play/repeat
* Fit tracks to time for recording
* Track skip, music search, replay track & pause
* On screen volume
* Multiple CDROM support
* Disc catalogue: disc name, composer/artist, music type,
disc reference, track details
* Browse catalog - word search
* Elapsed/remaining times
* Small handset toggle

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Product: LUDWIG
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.0 or better. VGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free updates.
Look for: LUDWIG.* on BBSs; LUDWIG.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary
0.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Editor for musical notes. Eight notes can sound
simultaneously. Five clefs available (including double-stave
for piano). Sharps, Flats and Naturals automatically inserted
where needed. Double Sharps and Double Flats available. Usage
of Function keys equal to WordPerfect.
Product: MCBase
Relational music collection database system. See full
description on page 588.
Product: Melissa's Music Flashcards
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software, 714-898-7262
Version: 3.1 (10-28-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $18.50 (add $2.50 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
discounts on other products.
Look for: FGSMMF.ZIP on BBSs; FGSMMF.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 70233,1315 for
assistance).
Download size: 57k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Kids of all ages can learn to read music. You can set the type
of note that appears on the screen from flats to sharps. The
program will acknowledge if your choice is correct by smiling
at you or if your selection was wrong it will cry. The program
was written to add some fun to the drudgery of trying to learn
music. The program also includes a hint feature which shows the
correct key on the piano keyboard. Also includes 6 pre-made
song to play.
Product: MicroPlayerCD(tm)
Play audio CDs on your computer's CDROM drive. See full
description on page 85.

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Product: MOZART (Virtuoso Edition)


Author: David Webber
Version: 1.3 (01-03-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); 12 months of CompuServe, mail support; bonus data;
discounts on upgrades. Scores up to 64 staves; illustrated
help.
Look for: MOZART13.ZIP on BBSs; MOZART.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:MUSICA forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 100042,3516 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4080
Download size: 2000k (about 149 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A music processor for Windows 3.1. Using only the computer
keyboard, you can create, edit and print sheet music with highquality TrueType symbols. WYSIWYG. Its primary aim is to print
parts for musicians, but MIDI files can be exported to provide
an "aural preview" on multimedia PCs. Features include: instant
transposition; automatic default quaver (eighth note) tail
groupings; automatic bar-line entry; optional "swing"
interpretation; on-line help.
Product: Music Sculptor for Windows
Author: Aleph Omega Software, 403-257-2115
Version: 1.4 (03-07-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 200k RAM; CGA
monitor; Mouse; sound card.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $24.95 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; lifetime return policy; bonus utilities; bonus data;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware;
discounts on other products.
Look for: MUSIC14.ZIP on BBSs; MUS14.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72613,3574 for
assistance).
PsL#: 11251
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A very easy to use MIDI sequencer with music keyboard window.
Record, edit, and play music. Works with any Windowscompatible sound card or MIDI interface. Use with either
external MIDI keyboard or music keyboard window which can be
played using mouse or computer keyboard. Attractive and fully
functional. MIDI files included.

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Product: Musical Instrument Tuner


Author: SoundByte Software, 317-856-3860
Version: 1.01 (02-23-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Epson printer; sound card.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited phone, mail support.
Look for: TUNER101.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Creates reference tones for tuning various musical instruments
such as guitar, banjo, violin and mandolin. There is also a
large selection of scales available for tuning other
instruments. Works with Sound Blaster or the PC speaker.
Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL
An excellent way to promote musical study. See full
description on page 540.
Product: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL for Windows
An excellent way to promote musical study. See full
description on page 541.
Product: MusicEase
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 4.11 (10-25-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe,
mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: ME411.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-784-2147 to download it at
no charge); MUSCEZ.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 73567,1547 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1371
Download size: 430k (about 32 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Formerly a successful commercial product, this music score
editor lets you create, edit, print and play music notation.
WYSIWYG screen oriented editor providing a constraint based
system with a large amount of knowledge of music notation. Will
intelligently handle many of the details of scoring
automatically. Can create professional looking scores easily
and quickly. Enter notes using the computer keyboard or by

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playing them on a MIDI instrument (MPU-401 only). Can


transpose, invert and retrograde.
Product: NoteWorthy
Author: Braeburn Software, +44-1750-721854
Version: 1.87 (12-29-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: L-40.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: NW187*.ZIP on BBSs; NW187*.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:UKSHARE forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 100415,3372 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 3764
PsL#: 11597
Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
WYSIWYG music editor for the professionally-minded musician.
DOS-based, and supports Epson, IBM Proprinter, Canon,
Postscript, Laserjet, Canon LBP printers. Full set of musical
symbols on staves bound in any fashion into systems. Four fonts
for text work, justification and compression of staves.
Transposition (including any chord symbols used) and straight
lines and curves. Very easy interface, inc demonstration mode
and on-line tutorial. Does not play music, but is a highquality printing system.
Product: Relor Rhyming Dictionary
Type in a word & program displays rhyme words. See full
description on page 242.
Product: SoundMasterDb
Author: TurboSystemsCo, 404-516-8575
Version: 2.02 (09-14-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $31.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of support;
discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: SND202.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge); SND.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7
(or contact userID 72427,1603 for assistance); SND202.ZIP on

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GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID L.TURNER1


for assistance).
Download size: 192k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Top rated audio librarian available. Handles all audio formats
(CDs, cassettes, albums, etc.) through its relational database
design. Advanced data input/display screen stores an unlimited
number of songs per side. Nine reports that can be indexed 6
ways. Lists reports to screen, printer or disk. Quick find/
search on single or multiple fields. Features context sensitive
help, online manual, screen saver, mouse support and much more.
Product: SoundZ
The ultimate music librarian. See full description on
page 589.
Product: SoundZ For Windows
The ultimate music librarian. See full description on
page 590.
15.17 Personalities
Product: By the Numbers
[***]
Personality analysis with Numerology. See full description on
page 594.
Product: ESPTEST
Parapsychology tool. See full description on page 542.
Product: JailBird
Create & print vanity license plate replicas. See full
description on page 559.
Product: RagTime for Windows
Event & recreation planner for women (& guys). See full
description on page 151.

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Product: The Richard Webster System


[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.0 (05-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; HP LaserJet
printer.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: WEB40.ZIP on BBSs; WEBSTR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 175k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Based on the work of internationally-know psychic entertainer
Richard Webster, "Aura Reading" helps you learn what to look
for when attempting to see the human aura. "Quick Numerology"
helps you put together a short but pointed personality profile
using someone's date of birth. It's a fascinating way to
understand more about those around you. Great fun at parties!
Product: Your ESP Test
[***]
Find out if you have psychic powers! See full description on
page 598.
15.17.1 Diaries & journals
Product: Dear Diary
Diary/daily journal. See full description on page 180.
Product: My Life
Author: JRE Enterprises
Version: 2.2 (09-30-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk; VBRUN300.DLL. PKUNZIP v2.04G or later.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; HP DeskJet printer; HP
LaserJet printer; Postscript printer; Mouse; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $32.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 3-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: MYL22.ZIP on BBSs (call 602-814-0483 to download it at
no charge); MYL22.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINSHARE forum
LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71162,2311 for assistance).
SWREG#: 2155
Download size: 1405k (about 105 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A personal diary, journal, scrapbook, and word processor for
Windows. The scrapbook can be used to store and play movies and
sounds. Pictures can also be stored and viewed. Multiple

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databases can be created, one for each member of the family,


and each database can be password protected.
15.18 Photography
Product: PhotoPat
Color-by-number patterns from bitmaps. See full description on
page 579.
15.19 Planes, trains & automobiles
Product: Car Restoration Diary
Data tracking for vintage auto restoration. See full
description on page 275.
Product: Chris's Automobile Recorder
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Version: 13.2 (01-08-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 300k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
drives.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits: lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: CAR132.ZIP on BBSs (call 513-274-0821 to download it at
no charge); CAR132.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71001,1370 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Operation, maintenance, and inspection logger and reminder for
vehicles and machines. Quick & easy to use, yet 100%
comprehensive & powerful. Has context-sensitive pop-up help
and a 51 p. manual. Reminders, reports, and graphs help you
operate reliably and economically. Detailed, printed logs add
value at resale time. Supports metric, foreign currencies,
multiple vehicles & machines. The best program of its class at
any price.
Product: Vehicle Costs
Reports on costs involved with vehicle use. See full
description on page 340.
15.20 Quotes & anecdotes
See also: Data, Quotes & anecdotes.
Product: Jokes & Quotes
Network/standalone daily message system. See full description
on page 434.

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Product: Rev. Lowell's Treasury of Humor


Searchable indexed Windows humor collection. See full
description on page 682.
15.21 Reading (and writing, too)
Product: Creativity Package
Become more creative & improve your writing. See full
description on page 249.

[***]

Product: Daily Log Book


Diary or Journal. See full description on page 180.
Product: Have You Read That Movie?
Quiz/database: films based on literary works. See full
description on page 700.
Product: PoeTrio
Three poetry tutorials with separate editors. See full
description on page 514.
Product: Poetry Generator
[***]
Turn your computer into a poet! See full description on
page 250.
Product: SNAKE
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc., 216-632-5447
Version: 1.0 (10-01-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; sound card.
Registration fee: $6.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
fax, CompuServe, GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 1-month
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Shareware copy of next disk in series; 10% discount of other
Chatfield Software products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 772k (about 58 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
"Art-for-art's-sake" poetry.
15.22 Scouting
See also: Home & hobby, Sports, Firearms; Home & hobby, Hunting
& fishing.

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Product: ARROW TRACKER


Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 2.0 (05-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 490k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: ARTR20.ZIP on BBSs; ARTR20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:SCOUTING forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 305k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A menu driven program designed for OA Chapter use which stores
member info, dues status, committee assignments, honors, and
participation. Produces labels and multiple rosters, individual
records for each member as well as events and attendance
summary. Lodge Registration gets copies for all chapters plus
consolidation program.
Product: GS TROOP TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.1 (11-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy.
1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: GSTR11.ZIP on BBSs; GSTR11.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:SCOUTING forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 10014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 285k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A menu driven program which stores a unit roster, registration
record, camping experience, service record, leadership served,
achievements attained, any/all training received, and details
of all unit events and trips. Will generate girl and leader
rosters plus a roster of former unit members; three different
types of mailing labels; an individual record for each girl or
leader; and other reports detailing honors in the unit and
skill mix of the unit.

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Product: MERIT BADGE TRACKER


Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 3.1 (12-04-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: MBTR30.ZIP on BBSs; MBTR30.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:OUTDOORS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 292k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A menu-driven program which stores a district or council merit
badge counselor roster and the specific merit badges and/or any
other skills that a specific counselor is registered to
counsel. Program will generate several administrative counselor
rosters, a roster of merit badges and counselors (with address
and telephone number) to be distributed to units, and an annual
verification letter to each counselor.
Product: POST TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.0 (01-27-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6). 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: POTR10.ZIP on BBSs; POTR10.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:SCOUTING forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 309k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A menu-driven program which stores Post roster, attendance,
participation, Post offices, and training data. For boys who
are continuing to work on Eagle Scout, it also stores complete
Scout history; i.e., Merit Badges earned, advancement received,
troop offices, etc. Produces adult and explorer rosters, a
roster of former members, mailing labels, an individual record,
a post telephone call sheet and participation points summary.

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Product: SHIP TRACKER


Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 1.2 (03-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: SHTR12.ZIP on BBSs; SHTR12.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:SCOUTING forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 10014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 228k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Stores ship's roster, advancment data, participation data,
ship's offices served, meetings attended, and all training
data. Generates scout and scouter rosters, roster of former
ship's members, 3 types of mailing labels, an individual
records for each member, and an attendance summary for all
scouts.
Product: TRAINING TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 2.0 (04-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 400k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Dual 720k floppy drives; HP DeskJet
printer; HP LaserJet printer; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TNTR20.ZIP on BBSs; TNTR20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:SCOUTING forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 10014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 292k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Upon input of all unit data, all unit rosters, and the logging
of all training attendance reports submitted to a training
chair, program will generate district scouter rosters (trained
and untrained), a roster of former district scouters with their
training status, 3 types of mailing labels, an individual
training records for each scouter, a district training summary,
unit inventory of training for each unit, a district summary of
trained leaders, and a training status of top leaders report.

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Product: TROOP TRACKER


Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 4.0 (06-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 500k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited tollfree 800# phone,
fax, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month limited return policy;
discounts on upgrades. 1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: TRTR40.ZIP on BBSs; TRTR40.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:SCOUTING forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 318k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
TROOP TRACKER is a menu driven program which stores valuable
information on a Troop and presents that information in various
reports of use to the Troop. Generates Scout, Scouter, Patrol &
former Member Rosters, Labels, Advancement Report, Individual
Record, Troop Advancement Profile, Individual Advancment
Evalua- tion, Individual OA Eligibility Evaluation, Troop
Attendance Statistics using Meetings, Activities, and Service
Projects. Written & used by serving Scoutmaster.
15.23 Self development
Product: ASTRO
Astrology program. See full description on page 592.
Product: ASTRO For Windows
Astrology program. See full description on page 593.
Product: BUDDY: A Tutorial Companion
Eight-lesson AI tutorial for clearer writing. See full
description on page 251.
Product: I Ching Empower Tool
The I Ching oracle answers your questions. See full
description on page 595.
Product: NUMERO UNO
Numerology program. See full description on page 596.
Product: PoeTrio
Three poetry tutorials with separate editors. See full
description on page 514.
Product: POETRY STAR
An AI poetry tutor that chats & cracks jokes. See full
description on page 517.

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15.24 Sports
See also: Home & hobby, Hunting & fishing.
15.24.1 Betting pools
See also: Home & hobby, Gambling.
st
Product: 1 &goal Fantasy Football
Runs a fantasy football league. See full description on
page 651.
Product: FastBreak Fantasy Basketball
Complete fantasy basketball program. See full description on
page 648.
Product: Keyboard Coach Fantasy Football
Head-to-head fantasy football. See full description on
page 651.
Product: LineDrive Fantasy Baseball
Complete fantasy baseball package. See full description on
page 647.
Product: NFL Forecaster for DOS
Predicts winners & spreads of NFL games. See full description
on page 651.
Product: NFL Forecaster for Windows
Predicts winners & spreads of NFL Games. See full description
on page 652.
15.24.2 Handicapping
See also: Home & hobby, Gambling.

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15.24.2.1 For `the ponies'


Product: Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro
Author: Whirlwind Technologies
Version: 2.1 (06-15-94)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2000k RAM; CGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
SWREG#: 1668
PsL#: 11045
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete thoroughbred horserace handicapping system!
Powerful, yet easy to use, it incorporates a combination of
commonly used handicapping techniques to calculate the point
score and suggested wagering odds for each horse. Provides
reports for handicapping & wagers. Includes ability to track
all wagers; prints reports to screen & printer; choice of basic
or advanced handicapping; thorough on-screen help system; ondisk user's manual; more.
Product: TURF.v93
Author: Second Career Software
Version: 1.01 (05-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 300k RAM. ANSI.SYS or
equivalent.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: TURF9311.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A powerful and highly advanced, highly sophisticated, yet easyto-use, thoroughbred race handicapping system. It combines
sound, well-established race handicapping principles with
scientific statistical analysis methodology, applied to years'
worth of actual race data, to create a handicapping tool which
can be used at race tracks, from Belmont Park to the county
fair, at OTB or anywhere thoroughbreds are racing and a Daily
Racing Form or similar publication is available.

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15.24.2.2 For other


Product: Golfhcap
Calculates handicaps using USGA Slope System. See full
description on page 653.
Product: NFL Forecaster for DOS
Predicts winners & spreads of NFL games. See full description
on page 651.
Product: NFL Forecaster for Windows
Predicts winners & spreads of NFL Games. See full description
on page 652.
15.24.3 Baseball/softball
Product: Diamond Data
Author: The Software Construction Co., 508-851-6204
Version: 4.6 (07-30-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus
utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: DDATA_46.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-454-3864 to download it
at no charge); DDATA.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 70313,3615 for assistance);
DDATA_46.ZIP on GEnie in SPORTS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact
userID W.GEISER for assistance).
SWREG#: 2063
PsL#: 10653
Download size: 111k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Manipulate data for your league or team. 34 different
statistics are kept for each player. 9 more for each game
played. Databases can be merged to allow league totals,
lifetime stats, season totals, etc. depending on what info is
stored in each DB. Great for helping generate that batting
order or awards for your team/league banquet! A report
generation facility allows sorting and filtering (exclude
players below a threshold) by any statistic and can output to a
file, disk, or printer.

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Product: League Manager


Author: Al Dodd Software Co., 813-683-4210
Version: 1.90 (04-16-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $45.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime phone, newsletter, mail support; bonus utilities; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A serious program that will handle just about any kind of
amateur sports league for youth. Multiple databases track each
division, team, player, adult, and sponsor. Handles custom
registration forms, rosters and mailing labels. Numerous
reports. Online help, user friendly, menu driven interface,
easy to use Support for over 150+ printers. Includes player
stats for baseball/softball. Team rosters approved by Little
League, Babe Ruth, and Dixie Youth (others in approval
process).
Product: LineDrive Fantasy Baseball
Author: McS Custom Software, 707-725-6016
Version: 6.13 (02-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks
of other shareware; discounts on other products. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LD613.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:LIBRARY forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 334k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Runs a fantasy baseball league for up to 15 teams. Standings
may be based on your choice of any or all of up to 12
statistics. Compatable with USA Today Sports Center download
files (Automatic update utility included).

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Product: StatTrak for Baseball


Author: ALL-PRO Software Inc., 608-271-1586
Version: 5.3 (01-15-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $3.75 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.75 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.75 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe,
mail support; lifetime return policy; discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: APSSB53.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Baseball/softball statistics management system for league,
tournament, or individual teams. Tracks batting, pitching,
fielding, game scores, team record, and team standings. Any
StatTrak report can be computed for any combination of games
(all games, league games, last 5 games, games 2-4-7, etc). Sort
on over 70 categories and even name your own additional
categories. Display and print reports or create report disk
files. Menu-driven and very easy to use.
15.24.4 Basketball
Product: Basketball Statistics
Author: Gentle Productions, 616-861-5157
Version: 1.0 (11-05-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support. 6-month
return policy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 273k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete, easy to use basketball statistics program. Features
include a modern user interface with quick drop-down menus and
dialog boxes, four different report generation categories (team
single game, season games, season players, season single
player), custom report generation, custom performance rating
formulas, the ability to view reports on the screen, print
them, or save them to a file, and context-sensitive help.

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Product: FastBreak Fantasy Basketball


Author: McS Custom Software, 707-725-6016
Version: 3.08 (02-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks
of other shareware; discounts on other products. Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FB308.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:LIBRARY forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 268k (about 20 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Runs a Fantasy or Rotissiere basketball league for up to 15
teams. Automatic update utility allows updating using download
files from the USA Today Sports Center.
Product: League Manager
Manages any youth sports organization. See full description on
page 644.
15.24.5 Boating sports
Product: Bass Class
Bass fishing game & tutorial. See full description on
page 618.
Product: BassDuel
One- or two-player fishing game. See full description on
page 619.
Product: BassTips
Over 100 boating & fishing tips. See full description on
page 619.
Product: BassTour
Bass fishing tournament game. See full description on
page 620.

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Product: Marnav
Author: C & E Associates
Version: 2.2 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 70k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: MARNAV22.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A program to convert GPS (Lat/Lon) coordinates to LORAN Delays
and vice versa. Also calculates heading and distance from point
A to point B with point coordinates specified in either GPS or
LORAN coordinates. It also performs time/speed/distance
calculations and provides optional hard copy of all operations
for trip planning. An editor allows the addition of LORAN data.
15.24.6 Firearms
See also: Home & hobby, Scouting; Home & hobby, Hunting &
fishing.
Product: QBALL
Author: Benjamin W. Hartley
Version: 2.40 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor. Dot matrix printer.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Epson printer.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $7.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus utilities; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading allowed. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: QBALL240.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it
at no charge); QBAL24.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:OUTDOOR forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 70033,2612 for assistance);
QBALL240.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact
userID B.HARTLEY1 for assistance).
Download size: 366k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Compute: trajectory data, remaining velocity and energy, wind
deflection, time of flight, ballistic coefficients, slant fire
& crosswind corrections, point blank range, gun free recoil,
muzzle velocity (2 methods). Display 15 trajectories at once.
Tables output as hardcopy/save to file. User configurable

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display & defaults. Utilities: translate graphics, read range


tables, install; reformat documentation; modify bullet lookup
data. On-disk user's manual.
15.24.7 Football
st
Product: 1 &goal Fantasy Football
Author: McS Custom Software, 707-725-6016
Version: 3.07 (01-31-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; 1ST37.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:CIS forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 226k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Runs a fantasy football league for up to 15 teams based on your
choice of any or all of 12 statistics. Compatable with US Today
Sports Center download files.
Product: Keyboard Coach Fantasy Football
Author: McS Custom Software, 707-725-6016
Version: 1.03 (01-08-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; KCB103.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:CIS forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 248k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Runs a fantasy football league for 4 to 12 teams. Competition
is head-to-head and league standings are based on games won/
lost. Games played based on actual NFL players stats in 12
categories.
Product: League Manager
Manages any youth sports organization. See full description on
page 644.

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Product: NFL Forecaster for DOS


Author: 100% Cotton Software, 717-289-4019
Version: 2.0d (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; bonus data; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades. Discount coupon for annual update disk;
rebate for teachers.
Look for: ODNFL20.ZIP on BBSs.
PsL#: 11343
Download size: 254k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Using ONLY scores, this program ranks each team & predicts
winners & spreads of NFL games. The user is guided step-by-step
through the process of entering scores, forecasting spreads,
saving data, viewing rankings & printing reports. Requires only
10 minutes per week. Prints 5 reports and the schedule; 6 view
windows; sorts 8 ways. Handles playoff & non-scheduled games.
Highly configurable. Saves each week's rankings, scores &
spreads. Function for creating new season's schedule. Accurate.
Product: NFL Forecaster for Windows
Author: 100% Cotton Software, 717-289-4019
Version: 3.0w (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; bonus data; discounts
on other products; discounts on upgrades. Discount coupon for
annual update disk; rebate for teachers.
Look for: FCAST30W.ZIP on BBSs.
PsL#: 11343
Download size: 304k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Using ONLY scores, this program ranks each team & predicts
winners & spreads of NFL games. The user is guided step-by-step
through the process of entering scores, forecasting spreads,
saving data, viewing rankings & printing reports. Requires only
10 minutes per week. Prints 5 reports & the schedule; 6 view
windows; sorts 8 ways. Handles playoff & non-scheduled games.
Highly configurable. Saves each week's rankings, scores &
spreads. Function for creating new season's schedule. Accurate.

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15.24.8 Golf
Product: Golf Tournament Scorekeeper
Author: Home Alone Software, 403-425-4404
Version: 1.2 (07-04-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, GEnie,
mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: GOLFTS12.ZIP on BBSs; GOLFTS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 75240,243 for
assistance); GOLFTS12.ZIP on GEnie in SPORTS forum LIBrary 12
(or contact userID B.LANE4 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1978
Download size: 183k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Calculates gross and net scores with a choice of handicapping
methods. Outputs a sorted leader board to screen or printer.
Allows up to 10 separate flights and team play including best
ball scoring. Provides a handicap for the unhandicapped using
the Callaway system. Has a Callaway hidden holes option and
many comprehensive reports. Reduces time spent caculating
standings from hours to minutes.
Product: Golfhcap
Author: C & E Associates
Version: 3.4 (01-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 150k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $35.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: GLFHCP34.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-875-3618 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Not only calculates golfer's handicaps using the USGA Slope
system but also prints membership lists, mailing labels, score
input forms, handicap index cards as well as a monthly report
showing scores used, old and new handicap indexes for each
golfer. Also provides a printout of the handicapping data for
any single golfer to help resolve any problems. Will handle up
to 12 groups of golfers with each group having up to 500
golfers.

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15.24.9 Martial arts


Product: I Ching Empower Tool
The I Ching oracle answers your questions. See full
description on page 595.
15.24.10 Soccer/rugby
Product: League Manager
Manages any youth sports organization. See full description on
page 644.
15.24.11 Other
Product: AeroChart
Exercise charting and motivation program. See full description
on page 614.
Product: ALL-PRO League Scheduler
Author: ALL-PRO Software Inc., 608-271-1586
Version: 1.1 (01-17-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $49.95 (add $3.75 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.75 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.75 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
lifetime return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: APSLS11.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Schedules games for any number of leagues, 40 teams per league,
at any number of locations. Handles division play, tracks
scores, and creates standings. Lets you customize and edit the
schedule. Displays and prints reports. Mouse support, menudriven and very easy to use!
Product: Book-It
Membership and activity booking system. See full description
on page 365.
Product: Landscape Explorer
3D landscape visualization tool. See full description on
page 571.
Product: Me & My Metabolism
Effects of lifestyle on your energy balance. See full
description on page 543.
Product: Race The Nags
Horse racing game in animated graphics. See full description
on page 599.

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Product: SwimBase
Author: Words to Go, 301-855-6427
Version: 2.04 (07-15-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $49.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: SWIMDB20.ZIP on BBSs; SWIMDB.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 76515,1510 for
assistance).
Download size: 302k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An easy to use, menu driven program to keep all the data
required for a swim team. The swimmers' personal data is stored
along with all event, meet and season results. Team rosters,
address lists, swimmer results, event results and meet results
are some of the reports that can be prepared. All event names,
event numbers, event scoring and age groups are user-definable.
Swim meet management functions are also included. Can be user
configured to support USS, NF or USMS teams.
15.25 Travel
Product: National INNdex
Author: Nelson's Computer Services, 708-965-7325
Version: 5.05 (05-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 400k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month
return policy; bonus data. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: NATINN.ZIP on BBSs; NATINN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCAPP forum LIBrary 17 (or contact userID 70274,1772 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 4536
PsL#: 11770
Download size: 252k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
At last! Help for the road warrior or vacationing family. This
motel locator will find a motel in almost any town in the USA
of several thousand or more population. Simply select the
state and town you plan to visit, and National INNdex displays
or prints an attractive list of motels complete with national
chain affiliation, location, phone numbers and basic amenities.
Includes 2,200+ motels.

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15.26.1 For other


Product: DISASTER
Interactive Disassembler 8086, 286, 386, V20. See full
description on page 455.
15.27 Other
Product: RR
Author: Feico Nater Shareware, 31-74-438373
Version: 1.0 (01-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. VGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Phone/mail support, free upgrades.
Look for: RR.* on BBSs; RR.* on GEnie in 0 forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Draw a railroad pattern on the screen and watch trains ride
without colliding.

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Chapter 16
Religion & philosophy
See also: Home & hobby, Fortune telling & astrology.
16.1 The Bible
Product: New Testament for Windows
Author: Rocky Mountain Laboratories, 303-679-1662
Version: 1.61 (04-04-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 2000k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $14.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.50 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.50 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month limited return policy; bonus utilities; discounts on
other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; NT4W16.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 75540,600
for assistance).
SWREG#: 2485
Download size: 680k (about 51 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features the complete King James text of the New Testament in
an intuitive, easy-to-use, 3D graphical user interface. It
includes powerful text search software, color maps, timeline,
personal notes linked to the corresponding Scripture, tutorial,
context-sensitive help, and study-aids with topical hypertext
links to events, parables and miracles in the life of Christ.
Over 40,000 copies in use.

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16.1.1 Bible programs


Product: Bible Timeline
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 2.14 (03-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BTL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How old was Abraham when Jacob was born? Who were the Kings
of Israel and Judah when the Iliad was written? What Biblical
leaders were alive when the first Olympic games were held? This
lets you sort and selects individual people and events, or
groups and factions, to develop new insights and trace patterns
across different eras and cultures. You can modify or expand
any of the datasets. Useful for sermon research, Bible,
history and art students, teachers,
Product: SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS
A coloring game for children. See full description on
page 510.
16.2 For houses of worship
See also: Database applications.

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Product: CMTS (Church Mbr. Tracking Sys)


Author: Torbert Data Systems, Inc., 804-488-5506
Version: 3.3 (10-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Registration fee: $389.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of tollfree 800# phone, fax, BBS,
CompuServe, mail support; royalty-free runtime license; site
license; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: CMTS33A.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 804-488-4146
to download it at no charge); CMTSA.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 10 (multiple files) (or contact userID
73747,2336 for assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Winner of Public Brand Software's 12th annual contest applications, this is the church management system that does it
all. Membership, donations, fund accounting, attendance,
visitation, event tracking and an optional report writer round
out this fully integrated system. One of the best church
management systems available, competing with commercial church
systems in the $2000-$5000 price range.
Product: ProDev*MEMBER Church System
Author: Pro Dev Software, 616-788-2243
Version: 3.0g (01-16-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $50.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 12 months of phone, CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: PDMEMB3G.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 478k (about 36 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Tracks address, children, attendance, giving, jobs, talents and
any information for anyone walking in the church door. Allows
fast posting of giving and attendance. Unlimited text notes
window per member with search features. Many reports,
statements, labels and rotary file card runs with very flexible
filtering. F1 Help.

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Product: RANGER TRACKER


Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting, 301-490-7104
Version: 2.0 (07-08-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 510k RAM; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Epson printer.
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 31/2" master
disk(s); lifetime tollfree 800# phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
support; 3-month limited return policy; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts on upgrades.
1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: RRTR20.ZIP on BBSs; RRTR20.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 100014,2347 for
assistance).
Download size: 327k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A menu-driven program which stores information on the Youth and
Adults of an Outpost. Will generate Ranger and Commander
rosters as well as a roster of former members, mailing labels,
an individual record for each Ranger or Commander, and an
attendance summary for all Rangers. Trackes Advancement,
Advanced Merits earned, Outpost and/or Patrol offices served,
and all training received.
Product: Rev. Lowell's Treasury of Humor
Searchable indexed Windows humor collection. See full
description on page 682.
Product: SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS
A coloring game for children. See full description on
page 510.
16.3 New age/occult
Product: ASTRO
Astrology program. See full description on page 592.
Product: ASTRO For Windows
Astrology program. See full description on page 593.
Product: By the Numbers
[***]
Personality analysis with Numerology. See full description on
page 594.
Product: ESPTEST
Parapsychology tool. See full description on page 542.

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Product: Fortune Teller


Seven ways to tell fortunes, plus ESP test. See full
description on page 595.

659

[***]

Product: Geomancy
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 4.7 (05-19-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: GEO47.ZIP on BBSs; GEO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENK
forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is an ancient system of divination, sometimes associated
with black magic. Originally based on stones tossed in a
circle, modern Geomancy uses your selection of dot patterns to
create an Astro-Geomantic chart and answer your questions.
Provides an explanation of Geomantic figures. Readings can be
saved, edited, printed.
Product: I Ching Empower Tool
The I Ching oracle answers your questions. See full
description on page 595.
Product: Mayan Calendar
[***]
Converts Mayan/modern calendar dates. See full description on
page 596.
Product: NUMERO UNO
Numerology program. See full description on page 596.
Product: Personal Tarot
[***]
Fortune telling with Tarot cards. See full description on
page 597.
Product: Wynter Stone's I Ching
[***]
I CHING fortunes and philosophy. See full description on
page 598.
Product: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide
Mini-encyclopedia of mystical information. See full
description on page 598.

[***]

Product: Your ESP Test


[***]
Find out if you have psychic powers! See full description on
page 598.

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16.4 Philosophy
Product: I Ching Empower Tool
The I Ching oracle answers your questions. See full
description on page 595.
Product: THE MAGIC OF THE MIND
Author: Donald E.J. Field
Version: 1.0 (10-13-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Registration fee: A:$10.00
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of BBS, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: BOOK.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An absorbing and contentious new evaluation of the
peculiarities and diversities of human behavior, presented as a
non-assertive but philosophical awakening to reality. Any
person who reads this book must become an even better person.
Suitable for adolescents and adults alike. Don't miss out on
this dynamic and facinating reading experience.
16.4.1 Metaphysics
Product: ASTRO
Astrology program. See full description on page 592.
Product: ASTRO For Windows
Astrology program. See full description on page 593.
Product: By the Numbers
[***]
Personality analysis with Numerology. See full description on
page 594.
Product: ESPTEST
Parapsychology tool. See full description on page 542.
Product: Fortune Teller
Seven ways to tell fortunes, plus ESP test. See full
description on page 595.

[***]

Product: Geomancy
[***]
Ancient system of divination with black magic. See full
description on page 659.
Product: NUMERO UNO
Numerology program. See full description on page 596.

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Product: Personal Tarot


[***]
Fortune telling with Tarot cards. See full description on
page 597.
Product: Wynter Stone's I Ching
[***]
I CHING fortunes and philosophy. See full description on
page 598.
Product: Your ESP Test
[***]
Find out if you have psychic powers! See full description on
page 598.
16.5 Software tools & add-ins
16.5.1 For other
Product: ACCU Music System
Create music that can be played, printed, etc. See full
description on page 626.
Product: CHRONOS
Interactive historical timelines. See full description on
page 536.
16.6 Other
Product: Bible Timeline for Windows
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.01 (09-28-94)
Registration fee: $35.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WITBTL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 10 (or contact userID 76703,3046
for assistance).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
When were the gospels written? Who ruled Babylon and Egypt
during Biblical times? This lets you sort and selects
individual people and events, or groups and factions, to
develop new insights and trace patterns across different eras
and cultures. You can modify or expand any of the datasets.

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Chapter 17
Games
See also: Home & hobby, Lottery; Education, Computers,
Educational computer games.
17.1 Adventure
Product: Dave Dude
Author: APG
Version: 2.1 (05-14-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 4096k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; Mouse; XMS memory; VBRUN200.DLL. 640x480x16 video
mode required.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $18.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; 3 months of
unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus game levels; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; DD95.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 100552,1570 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5654
PsL#: 11997
Download size: 777k (about 58 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The first real adventure game for Microsoft Windows. The
newcomer APG released a completely animated game. Nearly the
whole screen is used for graphics. You're controlling Dave Dude
with the mouse; you don't have to enter any text. Just click
around and select actions and objects with your mouse. More
than 15 different screens garantee fun and entertainment for
hours. A must for fans of the LucasArts-Adventures...
Product: MAZE3
3D maze/cave creation and exploration game. See full
description on page 690.

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Product: T-Zero
Author: Dennis M. Cunningham, 503-227-7751
Version: 1.04 (11-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6). 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update
disk(s) sent out.
Look for: T-ZERO.ZIP on BBSs (call 414-789-4210 to download it at
no charge); T-ZERO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 71107,3037 for assistance); TZERO.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7.
Download size: 232k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This game, mixing elements of fantasy and science fiction while
exploring the nature of time, is dedicated to all gamers
saddened by the premature death knell sounded for text
adventures. Scenes take place in a rustic but disturbing
present; a bustling prehistoric era; and a damaged bureaucratic
future. Features: input buffer, player-definable function
keys, DOS shell, restart/save/restore/undo, directional or
cursor keyboard control, hard copy of game's prose, hint file.
Expert level.
Product: Volcano Hunter
Author: Informative Technologies, 202-675-4528
Version: 1.0 (06-15-91)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. 16MHz or faster
computer. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: A printed map of the screens in Volcano
Hunter; Several evaluation versions of other software from
Informative Technologies; A certificate for $7 off a
subscription to Shareware Magazine; A certificate for a free
CompuServe membership.
Look for: VOLCANO.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-596-1180 to download it
at no charge); VOLCAN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCFUN forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 74777,3004 for assistance).
Download size: 55k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Monsters, treacherous ledges, hot lava, water-filled caverns,
conveyor belts, moving platforms, beamers, secret doors,
hotplates, timer bombs and more contribute to the action. Over
200 screens of cities, mountains and caverns. Blow up, burn up,
drown, fall to your death or be killed by the Druts. But, you
could survive and escape with gold beyond your imagination and
save the city.

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17.2 Arcade games


Product: Jewel Thief
Author: ServantWare
Version: 1.3 (04-27-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: JWLTHF.ZIP on BBSs (call 313-663-4173 to download it at
no charge); JWLTHF.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76636,1166 for assistance).
Download size: 52k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An exciting Windows game where you travel to faraway places and
collect jewels while avoiding restless natives. Great reviews
in PC Magazine, Windows Sources, Windows Gizmos, and Windows
After Hours. Excellent use of graphics and animation. Features
include high scores, three speed options, accelerator and pause
options.
Product: Math Rescue #1
Author: Redwood Games, 707-937-3320
Version: 1.0 (02-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard Disk, EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Hint sheet, support. Shareware disks of
other programs.
Look for: #1MATH.ZIP on BBSs (call 508 to download it at no
charge); MATH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0
(or contact userID 71501,3553 for assistance); #1MATH.ZIP on
GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID K.CROWTHER1
for assistance).
Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1993 winner, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
All the fun of an arcade game and it teaches Math too! Math
Rescue features both number problems and silly word problems.
Play as a boy or girl. Rescue the numbers from the Gruzzles.
Slime the Gruzzles who try to steal the math answers! Explore
the ocean, ice caves, volcanoes and more! Dual scrolling
screens and sound card support make this state-of-the-art game
so fun that kids don't even realize that they are learning
their math facts. Supports AdLib/SoundBlaster, Keyboard/
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Product: O.R.B.Y.
Author: Able Art Software, 604-229-4766
Version: 1.0 (12-21-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can
run safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy
disk drive; EGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, mail support.
Look for: ORBY10.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files); ORBY10.ZIP on
CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID
71431,1673 for assistance).
Download size: 81k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Orbit Rebound Bankshot Yaw...a game that combines elements of
hockey, billiards, and planetary orbits. Use strategy to score
goals with orbiting planets. Play against another person, or
see if you can beat the computer. Keyboard input, high scores
hall of fame, sound toggle on/off.
Product: Shooting Gallery
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 3.3 (02-07-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware. Bonus sound effects library.
Look for: SHOOTG33.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); SHOOTG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An action/arcade game which uses 256 color MCGA graphics mode.
Seven rounds of play are included, with different targets and
objectives on each round. Rounds include arcade shooting range,
skeet, quick draw and wild west shootout. Supports SoundBlaster
for digitzed sound effects. Includes practice mode, high score
hall of fame, extensive statistics, etc.

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Product: SuperFly
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 2.1 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus game hints.
Look for: SFLY21.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it at
no charge); SFLY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary
7 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 79k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An action game by Nels Anderson, author of Mah Jongg, EGATrek,
etc. Uses hi-res graphics mode and requires an EGA or VGA card
to play. Chase the flies and other insect invaders through 20
different rounds. Includes 3 levels of difficulty, shell to
DOS, high score hall of fame, etc. Use mouse, joystick or
keyboard to play.
Product: Volcano Hunter
Save the city from the Volcano Druts. See full description on
page 663.
Product: Word Rescue #1
Author: Redwood Games, 707-937-3320
Version: 1.0 (02-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Hard disk, EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $19.00
Registration benefits: Hint sheet, support. Disks of other
shareware.
Look for: #1RESCUE.ZIP on BBSs; RESCUE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 71501,3553 for
assistance); #1RESCUE.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or
contact userID K.CROWTHER1 for assistance).
Download size: 340k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
Description:
All the fun of an arcade game on your PC. And it teaches
reading and word recognition too! Play as a little girl or
boy. Help Benny Bookworm reunite words with their meanings!
Slime the Gruzzles who are stealing words out of books! Explore
towns, castles, waterfalls, and more! Dual scrolling screens
make this state-of-the-art game so fun that kids don't even
realize that they are learning to read! Has a handy pop-up
word/picture help for pre-readers. Adlib/Soundblaster,
Joystick/keyboard.

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Product: WOWSpill
Author: World Of Windows Software
Version: 1.0 (09-09-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 4000k RAM; VGA
monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: WOWSPILL.ZIP on BBSs; WOWSPL.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 73163,2110 for
assistance).
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Windows arcade game where you race against the clock and water
flow to connect random pieces of pipe from the water faucet to
the drain. If the water reaches the end of the pipe before you
connect it to the drain, a spill occurs. Extra points for
creating crosses and using bonus pieces. Three board sizes for
different strategies, each with a high score board.
Product: XFIRE: Action Puzzle game
Action Puzzle game. See full description on page 689.
17.3 Board games
17.3.1 Backgammon
Product: DOC DEFIANT
An original board game similar to Backgammon. See full
description on page 683.

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17.3.2 Mahjong
Product: Dragons Bane: Mah Jongg II
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.0 (06-01-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor.
Registration fee: $16.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). additional tile
sets, board layouts, background pictures.
Look for: DRGNBN10.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); DRGNBN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 950k (about 71 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Addictive tile solitaire! Dragons Bane: Mah Jongg II is a
second generation version of the popular tile solitaire game.
It supports both SVGA and VGA graphics and SoundBlaster sound
effects. A wide variety of tiles are available and an editor is
included to make your own. The original "dragon" layout is just
one of many arrangements possible and with the built-in layout
editor there is no limit to the possibilities. Extensive
record keeping is possible for those who like statistics.
Product: Mah Jongg-Solitaire
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 4.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities. Bonus tile sets & board layouts.
Look for: MAHJNG42.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); MAHJNG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A highly addictive solitaire game played with colorful Chinese
tiles. The challenge is to remove all the tiles from the
playing surface. It sounds easy to play (and it is), but
winning is always a challenge. The game supports EGA, VGA and
Hercules graphics, mouse or keyboard input. Supports loadable
tile sets (one extra set included) as well as an editor with
which players can create their own tiles. Also supports
different board layouts.

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17.3.3 Other
Product: Ancient Yacht
An animated dice game with sound effects. See full description
on page 693.
Product: Backup
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.4 (05-21-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; discounts on other products. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: BACKUP14.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); BACKU*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
Download size: 144k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows board game where four opponents compete to become the
first to move all four pieces around the board, Along the way
pieces may be "bumped" or switched. On-line help.
Product: BATTLE CHARGE
A two-player strategy game. See full description on page 694.
Product: Cell War
"Life" style simulation game. See full description on
page 695.
Product: COLOR CROSS
An abstract two-player strategy game. See full description on
page 695.

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Product: Econ's Arena


Author: Glen DeBiasa
Version: 1.04 (05-18-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: XMS memory; sound card.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ECONAR.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70602,3257
for assistance).
SWREG#: 5913
Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
The elements have declared war on one another and only the
being called Econ can prevent them from destroying their world.
Play as Earth, Air, Fire, or Water on the changing terrain of
Econ's Arena. Control Ogres, Griffons, Dragons, Tritons, and
other mythological pieces. Cast spells imprisoning your foes or
protecting your troops. Play against three friends or the
computer's eight personalities. Collect your elemental tokens
and attack Econ himself... if you dare!
Product: FLUX
Author: MOONLITE Software
Version: 1.0 (03-31-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. VGA monitor, mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: BBS support, discounts on other products.
Look for: FLUX.ZIP on BBSs (call 310-429-3807 to download it at
no charge); FLUX.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMGAM forum LIBrary
6 (or contact userID 71203,1454 for assistance).
Download size: 74k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Exciting board game where you pit your skills against the
computer. Features many different board layouts which offer
new challenges each game. You must move your pieces to
dominate the playing field, while the computer is doing the
same. Features 3 playing levels, pop-up selection menus,
playing piece color selection and hours upon hours of
entertainment.
Product: Oil Baron
Board-type company stock trading game. See full description on
page 697.

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17.4 Card games


Product: BlackJack!
Author: Glencoe Computing, 314-458-2863
Version: 2.50d (08-21-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 350k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $37.50 (add $3.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; quick-reference card;
choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone,
CompuServe, mail support. 6-month free upgrading allowed. 1
free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: BJ250.ZIP on BBSs; BJ250.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 72416,1362 for
assistance).
Download size: 176k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An accurate simulation of the game Blackjack as played in
American and foreign casinos. Splitting, double-down, insurance
and surrender are all supported. Completely adaptable to any
system of play. User defined count based and progressive
wagering systems. Thorough documentation, sophisticated
practice drills, and error tracking help the user reach any
level of expertise. In the words of hundreds of satisfied
users: "The best I've ever seen." Super high quality graphics.
Product: CONTRACT BRIDGE
Author: Wells Computing Services, 813-447-0604
Version: 2.0 (07-10-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse;
Epson printer; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
mail support; 1-month limited return policy.
Look for: BRIDGE20.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 99k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Bids, plays and scores rubber matches of the card game
"Contract Bridge". The user bids and plays the SOUTH hand, and
if NORTH-SOUTH are declarers, the user plays both hands. A
number of customizing features are available, including the
ability to enter hands using the keyboard or mouse. The program
is best suited for recreational players who enjoy informal
games of Rubber Bridge, and can be used to learn the game or
sharpen skills. Comes with on-line instructions.

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Product: Hearts
Author: CareWare, 916-265-8704
Version: 6.6 (08-06-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 364k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, CompuServe, mail support. 1-month return policy.
Look for: HRT66.ZIP on BBSs; HRT66.EXE on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 74270,516 for
assistance); HEARTS65.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 7 (or
contact userID R.CROUCH1 for assistance).
Download size: 82k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Featured in COMPUTE! magazine and is acclaimed by many users to
be the best Hearts game they have experienced. You try your
luck against three computer players with control over several
users options. PIF and ICO files for start-up from Windows
3.x. Offers full mouse support, ease of play and fun for the
whole family.
Product: Pinocle Games
Author: Michael G. Bruckner, 614-761-2966
Version: 1.2 (01-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus utilities;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: PINOCL12.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it
at no charge); PNCL12.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 8.
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
3 variations of 4-handed, single-deck, partnership Pinocle:
BASIC - play with the cards dealt to you, kitty - high bidder
gets a 4-card kitty (widow), and pass - the high bidder swaps 4
cards with his partner. You play your hand; the computer plays
the other 3. The program allows the user to control many color
and game variables. Good graphics on most popular systems.
This game will challenge experienced players yet help beginners
because it can recommend the card to play.

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Product: ULTIMATE GIN


Author: Accidental Software, 619-247-2804
Version: 1.42 (03-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 540k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, mail support;
bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on
other products.
Look for: ULTGIN.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1994 finalist, PC Magazine/Ziff-Davis
Interactive Shareware Awards.
Description:
Play Gin rummy against one of 4 computer characters. Each has
his or her own style of play and abilities. You can play
standard Gin or 1 of 2 versions of "Okalhoma" gin. You can
even select "Holywood" scoring of disired. Change the points
required for game completion, all bonus scores are adjustable.
Play any player up to 40 games per match, or start a new match
with any player at any time. A unique card holder allows you
to see your hand in melds at a glance. Excellent graphics.
17.4.1 Solitaire
Product: Calculation Solitaire
Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.12 (12-23-91)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Modem.
Registration fee: $17.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CLCSOL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72301,2164 for
assistance).
Download size: 72k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A solitaire card game for Windows 3.x. All the features you've
come to expect from Windows card games, including: card
dragging, skill levels, top scores, unlimited undo, on-screen
hints, changing card backs, and more. Skill plays an important
part in this game.

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Product: Canfield for Windows


Author: Daniel Thomas, 714-524-5625
Version: 1.01 (01-04-92)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hercules monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $17.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CANFLD.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72301,2164 for
assistance).
Download size: 104k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A solitaire card game for Windows 3.x. Lots of bells and
whistles (plus some surprises), such as: cheating, card
dragging, skill levels, top scores, unlimited undo, on-screen
hints, animated card backs, and more.
Product: PATIENCE 10
Author: CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software, 817-367-3603
Version: 4.01 (05-21-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities.
1 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: PATENC41.ZIP on BBSs; PATN41.ZIP on CompuServe in
DNT:KNOW forum LIBrary 0; PATENC41.ZIP on GEnie in DONT KNOW
forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 161k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features a collection of 10 popular and addictive solitaire
card games all run from a single menu. The games include:
Accordion, Canfield, Dimaryp, Eliminate, Golf, Klondike,
Nestor, Pyramid, Stacker, and Vegas. Each game features its
own resetable best scores table. Documentation covers rules
and strategies for all ten games. Screen-sensitive Help and an
Undo feature are also included. A mouse is fully supported and
custom color setup is available to registrants.

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Product: Patience Abroad


Author: CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software, 817-367-3603
Version: 1.01 (05-21-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of mail support; 1-month return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: ABROAD11.ZIP on BBSs (call N-A to download it at no
charge); ABRD11.ZIP on CompuServe in DNT:KNOW forum LIBrary 0;
ABROAD11.ZIP on GEnie in DONT KNOW forum LIBrary 0.
Download size: 162k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Features a collection of 9 of the best solitaire card games and
puzzles around. The games are: Beleaguered Castle, Tower of
Hanoy, Monte Carlo, Weddings, the Great Wall, Russian Patience,
Sir Tommy, Four Kingdoms, and Florentine. Each game features
its own resetable best scores table. Documentation covers rules
and examples for all games. Screen-sensitive Help and an Undo
function are also included. A mouse is fully supported and
custom color and mouse setup are available to registrants.
17.5 Non-card games
Product: BTS-Equalizer
Tutor and study aid, question file exchange. See full
description on page 515.
17.5.1 Solitaire
Product: AntiC
AntiChaos puzzles. See full description on page 682.
Product: ATC: Air Traffic Controller
Air traffic controller simulation. See full description on
page 693.

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Product: Equatron
Author: Glen DeBiasa
Version: 2.10 (07-08-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited mail support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EQUTRN.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70602,3257
for assistance).
Download size: 245k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A challenging strategy game played against the computer. The
computer randomly generates a mathematical equation, which it
fills in with numbers from the game board. Your task is to beat
the computer, scoring more or less than the computer, depending
on the round. There are special tiles to help you in your task.
As the rounds progress, the stakes grow higher, and the
equations become complicated, adding more variables, operators,
parenthesis, and even exponents. Over 30 different equations.
Product: PEG
Peg solitaire and variations. See full description on
page 686.
Product: Second Guess
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.1 (07-10-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor. SoundBlaster or
compatible.
Registration fee: $16.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 3-month
return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Additional
tile sets & background pictures.
Look for: GUESS11.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); GUESS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 860k (about 64 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Solitaire and more! Concentration solitaire game with every
imaginable playing option, including three board sizes, wild
cards, various scoring options and more. Also multi player
games and play versus the computer. SuperVGA graphics and
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sharp, detailed tiles for playing pieces with tile editor


included.
Product: Tile Match
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware. Bonus tile sets & backgrounds.
Look for: TMATCH12.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); TMATCH.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 248k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A colorful variation of concentration solitaire (also known as
memory) played with tiles. Includes many play options for a
single player, or can be played by 2 to 4 players or by a
single player against the computer. Multiple difficulty levels
and scoring options. Uses the same tile sets as Mah Jongg
solitaire and includes the TileMaker tile editing utility for
users to create their own tiles.
Product: WEBS
Strategy game of fast changing networks. See full description
on page 699.
17.6 Casino games
See also: Home & hobby, Gambling.

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Product: RoboCrap.v94
Author: Second Career Software
Version: 1.00 (01-02-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 200k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive. ANSI.SYS or equivalent.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$10.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime mail support; 1-month limited
return policy; bonus utilities.
Look for: RBCRAP10.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 160k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A fully-implemented, Las Vegas-style crap table simulation with
all the action and excitement of Craps, one of the fastest
moving and most exciting games in the casino. For up to 3
players, beginners or experienced.
Product: $mart Gambler
For people who play to win! See full description on page 600.
Product: ULTIMATE BACCARAT
Author: Accidental Software, 619-247-2804
Version: 2.0 (03-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 545k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Look for: BACRAT.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Enter a fully animated casino and gambling school where you
play baccarat with 3 computer characters or with up to 5 other
"human" companions. Access the game statistics, see the game
rules, adjust your mouse, adjust the game speed, and much more.
Use the Tutor to learn the game then go it on your own. Bets
are adjustable from $20 to $500. Relax and learn to play this
game as the dealer talks you through every step. But be ware.
You may never quit playing.

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Product: ULTIMATE BLACKJACK


Author: Accidental Software, 619-247-2804
Version: 3.0 (03-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. 540k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; lifetime
unlimited phone, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades.
Look for: UBJ.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 345k (about 26 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Enter a fully animated casino card game and gambling school
where you play solo against the dealer or with up to 4 of 12
computer characters. Set the number of decks, change the rules
to match any casino, and monitor stats as the game progresses.
A powerful simulation feature lets you test custom strategies!
You can even use two different card counting systems. Novices
will appreciate the slick on-line tutor that suggests the best
moves. But be prepared! This game is addictive.
17.7 Jokes & humor
Product: Crystal Ball
Humorous computerized psychic. See full description on
page 594.

[***]

Product: Curses!
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 3.1 (05-17-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: CURSE31.ZIP on BBSs; CURSES.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A humorous, creative "insult generator" with a different twist.
A single keystroke switches from insults to compliments!
Phrases are randomly generated from your vivid vocabulary. You
control the contents, so the program can generate descriptive
phrases on any subject.

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Product: Jokes & Quotes


Network/standalone daily message system. See full description
on page 434.
Product: Practical Joke Collection
[***]
Three harmless practical jokes for DOS. See full description
on page 684.
Product: Rev. Lowell's Treasury of Humor
Author: Bardon Data Systems, 510-526-8470
Version: 1.01 (03-01-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $18.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $4.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$12.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited
phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus
data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; LOWELL.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72340,375 for
assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A hyper-indexed Windows 3.1 collection of great anecdotes,
funny stories, zingy one-liners, revealing quotes. Search by
topic, keywords, etc. Print or copy chosen items. Excellent
source material for speakers, writers, toastmasters, ministers!
Or just read page by page for fun! Illustrated in color & B/W.
Collected by Rev. Lowell over his 30-year career as an ordained
minister. "Very high quality material"
17.8 Logic & brain games
Product: Ancient Yacht
An animated dice game with sound effects. See full description
on page 693.

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Product: AntiC
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.14 (09-01-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ANTICX.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (multiple files) (or contact
userID 76703,3046 for assistance).
SWREG#: 1708
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A cross between Othello and Life. Each square sends its color
to the neighboring squares in the network. If only one color
comes into a square, it takes that color. If two colors come
in, they cancel and the square assumes the third color. Each
time you change a square, all squares in the pattern are
recalculated and redrawn. change puzzles and display
Product: DOC DEFIANT
Author: Just For Me Software, Inc., 810-348-6697
Version: 1.0 (02-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; EGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $12.95
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; lifetime
return policy; bonus game levels; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6).
Look for: DEFIAN10.ZIP on BBSs; DEFIAN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71150,1305 for
assistance).
Download size: 251k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Can you stop the dastardly Doc Defiant from unleashing his
freeze ray equipped satellite against Earth? To triumph,
you'll have to defeat four of Defiant's henchmen in a board
game requiring logic and strategy. You are the planet's last
defense; don't let everyone down. Suitable for all ages.

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Product: MAZEMAKER for Windows


Author: Custom Real-Time Software, Inc. (CRTS), 201-228-7623
Version: 2.01 (03-01-93)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 6
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; 6-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 6-month free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: MAZEMAKR.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it
at no charge); MAZMAK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72467,1255 for assistance).
Download size: 83k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This program will challenge you with the "Maze of the Day"
which is like a house with 4-6 floors and about 2000 rooms. All
you have to do is find your way through from beginning to end.
If you can do it you are allowed to attempt progressively more
difficult mazes up to the ultimate "maze of the year!" There
are billions (with a B!) of other mazes too; some easy enough
for a young child; some not! A maze lover's dream!
Product: Minefield For Everybody
Author: Judah Warshaw, +972-2-830-001
Version: 1.1 (06-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 128k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed.
Look for: MFE110.ZIP on BBSs; MFE110.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 100274,205 for
assistance).
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A classic minefield game that will run on any DOS system with a
80x25 display. Supports both mouse and keyboard, has 5 preset
playfields, user definable playfiled size and difficutly, save
and load of games, 43/50 line EGA/VGA support full really big
playfields and more. Great for your old laptop or your friend's
XT!
Product: PentaBlox
Puzzle game for Windows. See full description on page 687.
Product: Tangram
The anceint Chinesee jigsaw puzzle. See full description on
page 688.

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17.9 Practical jokes


Product: Practical Joke Collection
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 2.0 (05-13-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 512k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: PJOKES20.ZIP on BBSs; PJOKES.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:PCVENK forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for
assistance).
Download size: 280k (about 21 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
THREE PRACTICAL JOKES = HARD AT WORK ties up your computer with
a Very Important (but imaginary) task so you can take a break.
The activity on screen looks too important to be interrupted.
Conceived as a change of pace from practical joke programs that
insult the user, LOVEDOS overwhelms the user with passionate
affection. NAG is for people who need still need (or enjoy)
daily parental supervision.
17.10 Puzzles, mix & match
Product: AntiC
AntiChaos puzzles. See full description on page 680.
Product: Cryptik
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.4 (10-02-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; all ASPwide offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware; discounts
on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CRYPT.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Jigsaw puzzles too easy? Try Cryptique, the coded game. The
puzzle you choose is encoded to show its major colors, then the
pieces are jumbled. You need to match the colors to restore the
image. Hall of fame for your best scores. Save puzzles,
solution hints, simple mouse interface, and much more! Designed
to use all major SVGA boards in 800 x 600 mode, but also will
work on VGA if needed. All puzzles use original photography.

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Product: MAGIC SQUARES


Author: Randy A. Harris
Version: 1.0.3 (09-14-93)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited
CompuServe, mail support; 3-month return policy; bonus game
hints.
Look for: MSQU103.ZIP on BBSs; MSQ103.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 70070,432 for
assistance).
Download size: 57k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Game fanciers will delight in solving the sliding block puzzles
of Magic Squares. You can toy with the 3x3 size, fiddle with
the 4x4 size, and agonize over the 5x5 size. Feeling
frustrated yet? No? Then accept the mental challenge of Magic
Numbers 15. Put on your thinking cap and arrange the 9 blocks
so the the block numbers add up to 15 in each row, column, and
diagonal. You can solve it in 9 moves if you're really clever.
Product: MAZE3
3D maze/cave creation and exploration game. See full
description on page 690.
Product: Minefield For Everybody
Classic minefield game, runs on all systems. See full
description on page 682.
Product: Palette Pleezer
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.25 (04-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; disks of
other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PAL.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Think concentration with colors - lots & lots of 'em! Stunning
images from around the world in SuperVGA color! But somehow,
the palette has become jumbled and it's up to you to restore
the image to its original beauty. How many times do you need to
look at the original? Start with 10 colors and work up to 99.
Great memory tester. Hall of fame for your best scores. Save
partly completed games, simple mouse interface.

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Product: PEG
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 2.06 (09-13-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PEG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1705
Download size: 80k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
No one really knows when PEG solitaire was invented. Some
stories trace it to prisoners during the French Revolution, but
published descriptions date at least 100 years earlier. Most
likely the game is even older. This presents variations on the
classic peg solitaire with multiple starting positions, and
varying endgames. One of the pleasures of playing the game on
your computer is that you can quickly set up the board to try
different strategies. Ages 8 to 88.
Product: PentaBlox
Author: Aquila Software, +44-(0)1892-531108
Version: 1.01 (08-08-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. 2000k RAM.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: L-12.00 (add L-2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add L-2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
L-2.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; 2-month return policy;
discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: PENTA101.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 45k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A puzzle for Windows based on a series of twelve unique shapes
described as pentominoes by Solomon Golomb. The challenge is to
find as many of the 2,339 unique soultions as possible to the 6
x 10 puzzle. Each solution can be saved to disk, where the
program automatically checks for identical solutions, and can
be sent to the user's printer. The program features full mouse
and keyboard support with full animation of the moving pieces.
Also included is an optional grid and a moveable SpeedBar.
Product: PhotoPat
Color-by-number patterns from bitmaps. See full description on
page 579.

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Product: Super VGA Puzzle


Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 2.04 (05-14-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PUZ.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 5 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1709
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Stunning images from around the world in SuperVGA color! The
ultimate puzzle game. Extremely flexible - choose any numbers
of pieces from 4 to 2000! Hall of fame for your best scores.
Save puzzles, solution hints, simple mouse interface, and much
more! Designed to use all major SVGA boards in 800 x 600 mode,
but also will work on VGA or EGA if needed. All puzzles use
original photography.
Product: Tangram
Author: Judah Warshaw, +972-2-830-001
Version: 1.1 (04-15-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 384k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus
utilities; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks
of other shareware; discounts on upgrades.
Look for: TANGRM11.ZIP on BBSs; TANGRM.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 100274,205 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2464
PsL#: 11293
Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The ancient Chinese jigsaw puzzle game. Unlike western jigsaw
puzzles, Tangram puzzles all use the same 7 pieces, from which
hundreds of forms can be created. Can be used for design,
inspiration, unlocking your imagination and just plain fun.
Comes with 50 puzzles to solve, built in screen saver, 360
degree piece control, 1/4 million color VGA support, save your
own puzzles and more! The endless possibilities have intrigued
people for centuries. Try solving a puzzle or two and see why.

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Product: WINZLE
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.07 (09-28-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $30.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited mail support; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WINZLE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2958
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Stunning images from around the world in SuperVGA color! The
ultimate Windows puzzle game. Extremely flexible - choose any
numbers of pieces from 4 to 2000! Hall of fame for your best
scores. Save puzzles, solution hints, simple mouse interface,
and much more! All puzzles use original photography.
Product: XFIRE: Action Puzzle game
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.02 (11-30-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 500k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: EMS memory; XMS memory; sound card.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: 3 months of unlimited phone, CompuServe,
mail support; bonus data; bonus graphics; bonus game hints;
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XFIRE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1710
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An action puzzle game: you start with a scrambled version of a
picture with moving pieces. Click on a puzzle piece to set the
crosshairs. Any pieces belonging on those axes, snap into
place. If only 1 piece remains on a row or column it pops into
place, too. Includes SoundBlaster special effects. You get
points for completing the puzzle in the shortest time, and for
completing rows and columns quickly.

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17.11 Sayings & stories


Product: Crowndale Tales : ESCAPE!
[***]
Author: Crowndale Productions, 713-346-1552
Version: 1.0 (08-17-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. Hard disk;
VBRUN300.DLL. MCI services installed.
Strongly recommended: SVGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $4.50 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail support; bonus data;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products;
discounts on upgrades.
Look for: ESCAPE.ZIP on BBSs; ESCAPE.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:EFORUM forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72435,40 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 6610
Download size: 13500k (about 1002 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
For the animal in all of us. ESCAPE! is the first tale in a
collection called Crowndale Tales. The tale is sophisticated
enough to appeal to an adult while simple enough in context for
a child. In the story, a wounded and helpless dove faces the
challenge of outwiting a cunning hyena.
Product: NETWORK QUOTABLES
Be greeted w/ famous & witty daily quotes. See full
description on page 427.
Product: PC-Fortune
A no-repetition "fortune cookie" program. See full description
on page 307.
Product: Rev. Lowell's Treasury of Humor
Searchable indexed Windows humor collection. See full
description on page 680.
17.12 Simulators
Product: MAZE3
Author: Stiller Research, 904-574-0920
Version: 3.0.6 (01-19-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $12.00
Registration benefits: 12 months of fax, BBS, CompuServe, GEnie,
mail support; 2-month return policy; bonus utilities; bonus
game hints; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other

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shareware; discounts on other products. 1-month free upgrading


allowed.
Look for: MAZE306.ZIP on BBSs (call 904-386-8693 to download it
at no charge); MAZ3.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72571,3352 for assistance).
Download size: 64k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Lets you create a unigue maze of any size and then explore it.
You see realistic 3D views of the interior of the maze. Maze
provides advanced pallete switching graphics for EGA/VGA
adpaters but Maze will even work on non-graphics adapters in a
special character graphics mode. You explore the maze using a
compass and dropping markers to find your way. You may print a
complete map of the maze when you quit or find your way out of
the maze.
Product: PC-HAM
HAM logging, contest and SS game simulation. See full
description on page 607.
Product: WALL STREET RAIDER
Stock market/corporate takeover simulation. See full
description on page 698.
17.12.1 Sports
Product: Bass Class
Bass fishing game & tutorial. See full description on
page 618.
Product: BassDuel
One- or two-player fishing game. See full description on
page 619.

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Product: BassMap
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.3 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM; CGA monitor.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6).
Look for: BASSMP13.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); BASSMP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A utility that works with the fishing games BassTour, BassClass
and BassDuel. You can edit any existing lakes or create your
own lakes from scratch. Includes versions for CGA and EGA/VGA
systems.
Product: BassTour
Bass fishing tournament game. See full description on
page 620.
Product: A Day at the Races
A betting horse racing game. See full description on page 696.
17.13 Star Trek & Star Wars
Product: EGATrek
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 3.1 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware.
Look for: EGATRK31.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); EGATRK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1992 finalist, Shareware Industry Awards.
1988 winner, Public Brand Software contests for useful
programs.
Description:
A colorful, hi-res version of the classic computer game. The
player is put in control of a powerful starship in a battle to
save the universe. The computer screen simulates the captain's
command console with scanners, messages, damage control and

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even a view outside the ship. Score is based on the time needed
to complete the mission with bonuses for rescues, ships
destroyed, etc. Supports only 640x350 16 color graphics.
Product: STARTREK the Computer Program
Author: Software for Amateur Radio, 301-593-6136
Version: 1.00 (05-25-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: Support, free upgrades.
Look for: TREKBOOK.ZIP on BBSs (call 301-593-9067 to download it
at no charge).
Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The techniques used in writing a good game are the same that
programmers use in professional activities. Writing a good game
poses a challenge that allows you to develop good habits and
techniques for programming and also allows you to learn a
language in an interesting manner. This product teaches the
techniques for writing such a game using the STARTREK game as
an example, and BASIC as the programming language in which to
write the code.
17.14 Strategy/simulation
Product: Ancient Yacht
Author: LatticeWork Software
Version: 1.0 (01-06-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $4.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: 12 months of mail support. 3-month return
policy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; YT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 74453,2112 for
assistance).
Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Try it and you'll agree, you've never played yahtzee like this
before. An ancient scroll and stone cup sit on a marble table
waiting for your play. Click on the cup and it shakes, and
spills the dice onto the table where they roll across the
tabletop with accompanying sound effects. This is a dice game
of luck and strategy similar to Yahtzee but based on the
original game of Yacht. Full on-line help, and the option to
turn sound effects on and off.

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Product: ATC: Air Traffic Controller


Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.0 (09-29-85)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; disks of
other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: ATC.ZIP on BBSs; ATC.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW
forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for assistance).
Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An air traffic controller game that's perfect for a few minutes
or hours of fun. Easy to learn, but difficult to master. The
game tracks best scores at each of 20 levels of difficulty.
Ages 10 and up.
Product: BATTLE CHARGE
Author: Cold Water Software, 612-946-1987
Version: 1.03 (08-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 300k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; math coprocessor.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support;
3-month return policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: BTC100.ZIP on BBSs; BTC103.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73423,3415 for
assistance); BTC101.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A two-player strategy game played on a grid with two sets of
opposing (red vs. blue) neutral and charged pieces. A player
moves by choosing an initial velocity for one of his pieces,
which then follows a trajectory influenced (for a charged
piece) by the distribution of other charges on the board. The
motion ends following a collision with another piece. The game
ends when a charged piece captures (collides with) its opposing
king.

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Product: Border
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.1 (02-23-89)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone, CompuServe support.
Look for: BORDER.ZIP on BBSs; BORDER.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A combination of GO and connect the dots, this abstract
strategy game for 2 players involves enclosing more area than
your opponent, while preventing them from stopping you. Ages 12
and up.
Product: Cell War
Author: Al Funk
Version: 1.0 (12-12-92)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. Mouse.
Registration fee: $5.00
Registration benefits: Free updates.
Look for: CELLWR10.ZIP on BBSs; CELLWR.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71505,1277 for
assistance).
Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A game based on the growth of one-celled organisms in a
culture. A familiar computer simulation, this is actually a
two-player game. Each turn involves introducing a new cell
into the culture and thereby influencing the growth of cells in
the environment. Play against the computer or a friend. Dumb
or smart computer levels, configurable board-size.

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Product: COLOR CROSS


Author: Cold Water Software, 612-946-1987
Version: 1.04 (08-02-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 300k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; VGA monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00
Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support.
3-month return policy. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: CLRX1.ZIP on BBSs (call 701-772-5399 to download it at
no charge); CLX104.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73423,3415 for assistance);
CLX102.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 120k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A unique, abstract and kinetic two-player strategy game played
on a grid of gray and colored terrain squares. On a given turn,
a player sets a sequence of up to four pieces in motion, which
interact with existing terrain and modify it by leaving colored
trails. Collisions between pieces cause opposing pieces to
freeze and allied pieces to thaw (if frozen) and move. The game
ends when all of one player's pieces are frozen. Players may
edit and save any existing board configuration.
Product: A Day at the Races
Author: LatticeWork Software
Version: 1.1 (10-26-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $9.95 (add $4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: 12 months of CompuServe, mail support;
3-month limited return policy.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HORSE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 74453,2112 for
assistance).
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Test your betting skills and luck on an exciting animated horse
racing game for up to four players. Choose one of eight horses
to win, place or show, based on posted odds which influence the
horses' performances. Create your own voice overlays and hear
yourself introduce the races. Also included are a full on-line
help, the option to toggle voices on and off, and to change the
speed of the race.
Product: The Deer Expert
Gives methods for whitetail deer hunting,logs. See full
description on page 620.

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Product: Ecomaster
Ecology simulation for 1 or 2 players. See full description on
page 542.
Product: Econ's Arena
Fantasy chess-like strategy game. See full description on
page 669.
Product: The Fish Expert
Finds fishing techniques; log, library tools. See full
description on page 621.
Product: GREEN
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.11 (05-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
bonus data; disks of other shareware; discounts on other
products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; GREENX.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 358
Download size: 140k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Help the planters as they work to prevent the pavers from
turning farms into parking lots. Pavers include mall
developers, real estate agents, clear-cut loggers and other
exploiters. There are several different maps, of varying
difficulty. You have the ability to plant hedges, add walls,
and to destroy pavement. Unique, yet similar in concept to
Populous and SimCity.
Product: Oil Baron
Author: Al Funk
Version: 1.2 (05-11-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor.
Mouse recommended.
Registration fee: $10.00
Registration benefits: Support, free updates.
Look for: OILBRN12.ZIP on BBSs; OILBRN.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71505,1277 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Board-type game with a user-sizeable grid, randomly drawn
chits, and many user-customizable play options. Place chits on
the grid to create companies; buy and sell trades in the

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companies, and profit off of company growth and/or mergers.


Play against a friend, the computer, or against a combination
of human and computer players. The game includes shareholdings,
wealth, and company information graphs.
Product: Towers
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.27 (02-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities;
disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; TOWER.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 318
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
How high can you build? Similar to Tetris, since you need to
place blocks of varying size. That's where the similarity ends
- you need logic and planning, rather than quick reflexes. You
build one level of the tower at a time, trying to fit the
blocks in the tightest pattern. Each level becomes the base
for the next level. Uses Cascoly's unique 3-D perspective
graphics to show fantastic detail. As you scroll from side to
side, the perspective changes.
Product: WALL STREET RAIDER
Author: RONIN Software, 206-391-4036
Version: 4.2 (04-30-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk. Does not
run on IBM PCjr.
Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
Registration fee: $25.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited phone, mail
support; discounts on other products. 1 free update disk(s)
sent out.
Look for: WSR4_2.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it at
no charge).
Download size: 455k (about 34 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A high-stakes, nonstop game of corporate finance, with "live"
stock ticker, where 1-4 players (& computer) battle for profits
in an amazingly realistic simulation. Has 250 companies in 36
industry groups, each trying to dominate its own industry and
crush the competition, while players seek to get rich, do

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takeovers, greenmail, LBO's, mergers, issue junk bonds (and


play dirty) to grasp and control the world's largest
corporations, from Exxon on down. The ultimate in realistic
stock market games!
Product: WEBS
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.2 (06-11-92)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; EGA
monitor; Mouse.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware; discounts on other products.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WEBS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1707
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A deceptively simple solitaire game requiring both strategy and
cunning. You claim nodes on a web while trying to limit the
moves available to your opponent. Automatic display of
potential moves, a variety of webs and difficulties give hours
of challenge.
Product: WOWSpill
Windows game, connect the pipe before a spill. See full
description on page 666.
Product: XFIRE: Action Puzzle game
Action Puzzle game. See full description on page 687.
17.14.1 War games
Product: Declaration of War
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.1 (08-15-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $39.95 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);

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discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime


free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DOWAR11.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); DOWAR*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 3242
PsL#: 11535
Download size: 248k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows strategy/war game set in modern times. Allows for up
to six human or computer players, play- by-mail games,
handicapping with 24 strength levels, and 14 types of pieces.
On-line help.
Product: Medieval War
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.5 (02-16-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 2048k RAM; EGA monitor;
Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $29.95 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; bonus data; discounts on other products; discounts on
upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: MEDWAR12.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); MEDWA*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 18 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
SWREG#: 4917
Download size: 242k (about 18 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows war/strategy game set in medieval times. Allows for
up to six human or computer players, play-by-mail games,
handicapping with 24 strength levels, and 14 different types of
pieces. On-line help.
Product: Medieval War Door
BBS door game for medieval war/strategy. See full description
on page 425.

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17.15 Trivia
Product: Have You Read That Movie?
Author: 100% Cotton Software, 717-289-4019
Version: 1.0 (04-01-91)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better. 256k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, mail support; disks of other
shareware.
Look for: LITQUIZ1.ZIP on BBSs.
Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An entertainment-educational program that tests the user's
knowledge of literature and film via a multiple-choice format.
365+ questions (easy, medium & hard) about films based on
literary works. Each correct answer is accompanied by some
interesting fact(s) about the movie or literary work. Three
modes of play: Single Player, Two Players Alternate, and Two
Players Compete (quickest player answers). Many configuration
options. On-line help. Mouse or keyboard.
Product: the last word
Author: Bit Masons Consulting, 508-898-3321
Version: 1.00 (11-25-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 384k RAM.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support; 1-month return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products. Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
Look for: LWORD100.ZIP on BBSs; LW100.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 72561,2637 for
assistance).
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A quotations trivia game in which 1 to 4 players compete
against each other and their own high scores in identifying the
source of quotations and completing partial quotes. Most
answers are entered free-form and are matched against a set of
acceptable responses by a sophisticated pattern-recognition
algorithm and, thus, the program is very forgiving when it
comes to misspelled or abbreviated answers. The user can
customize settings such as typing time for each player.
Product: On This Day
"What happened on this day in history?" See full description
on page 537.

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Product: On This Day for Windows


"What happened on this day in history?" See full description
on page 538.
Product: Personal Challenge
[***]
Educational trivia game for 1-4 players. See full description
on page 530.
Product: PHRASE.ZIP
Combo hangman & wheel of fortune. New concept. See full
description on page 706.
17.16 Word games
Product: Cipher
Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 2.2 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware. Bonus puzzles.
Look for: CIPHER22.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); CIPHER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 104k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A crypto-quotes type word puzzle game, similar to the kind you
might find in the Sunday newspaper. However, this version runs
in colorful hi-res VGA or EGA graphics mode and allows you to
play using a mouse (text modes and keyboard are also
supported). Features include help, hints, save/restore. User
can create their own puzzle files from either plain text quotes
or from already encrypted quotes.

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Product: Cipher for Windows


Author: Arcanum Computing
Version: 1.1 (09-01-94)
Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$4.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime BBS, CompuServe, mail support; disks of other
shareware. Bonus puzzles.
Look for: CIPHWN11.ZIP on BBSs (call 508-788-6951 to download it
at no charge); CIPHWN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:GAMERS forum
LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 71020,2613 for assistance).
Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A crypto-quotes type word puzzle game, similar to the kind you
might find in the Sunday newspaper. However, this version runs
in colorful hi-res VGA or EGA graphics mode under the Microsoft
Windows 3.x environment and allows you to play using a mouse.
Features include standard Windows style hypertext help, hints,
save/restore. User can also create their own puzzle files from
plain text or already encrypted quotes.
Product: Crossword Clipper for DOS
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 236.
Product: Crossword Clipper for Windows
Crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool. See full description
on page 236.
Product: Crossword Creator
Multi-lingual crossword puzzle editor. See full description on
page 523.

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Product: EGAWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: V.1.91 (12-18-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better. 640k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of mail support; bonus data.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; EGAWHE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCFUN forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76662,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Awards & nominations: 1987 winner, Public Brand Software
contests for useful programs.
Description:
A "Wheel of Fortune"/hangman type of word guessing game for IBM
compatible computers with EGA video card and monitor. The game
features: a colorful spinning wheel, 1-3 players, 6 rounds of
play, a sound on/off option, optional mouse, automatic win
after all letters of the puzzle are bought and guessed, a high
score table for the top ten WHEELERS, and an editor to add/
delete/modify puzzles. The editor may be used to create a
custom database for a teaching aid from grade school through
college.
Product: Fictionary
Author: Cascoly Software, 206-523-6135
Version: 1.32 (04-30-90)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.
Registration fee: $20.00
Registration benefits: 3 months of phone, CompuServe support.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FICT.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 76703,3046 for
assistance).
Download size: 70k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The game of fantastic and farfetched definitions. Each round a
player chooses a word. You can choose your own word or pick one
from the large selection included with the game. Each other
player makes up their own definition for the word. Everyone
votes for the word they think is correct and points are scored
for guessing the proper one, or misleading other players. Great
vocabulary builder. Can be played by 1-6.

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Product: Hang Man


Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc., 312-922-6313
Version: 1.1 (08-16-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. 1024k RAM; EGA
monitor; Hard disk.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $12.00 (add $1.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
products; discounts on upgrades. Lifetime free upgrading
allowed.
Look for: HANMAN10.ZIP on BBSs (call 312-922-2839 to download it
at no charge); HANMA*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
LIBrary 14 (or contact userID 71532,3271 for assistance).
Download size: 128k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows word game for adults and children. The object is to
guess the word before the hang man is complete. On-line help.
Product: HANG4.ZIP
Author: Larry W Parker
Version: 4.1 (12-08-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; SVGA monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HANG4.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70534,1447 for
assistance).
Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The latest of my Hangman series. 8 configureable word files, 2
included. Make, edit, & view all word files from easy menus.
Options: PC-sound on/off, peek, hints, scorecards,and much
more! Online help is everywhere with a mouse click or the F1
key. Excellent for foreign languages too. Educational as well
as just fun.

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Product: HangWin
Author: Temprano Software
Version: 2.04 (07-15-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $11.95 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $3.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of unlimited CompuServe, mail support; bonus data; all
ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HNGWIN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72614,43 for
assistance).
Download size: 256k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
The traditional hangman word game. Guess the word (or phrase)
before the prisoner hangs. Word puzzles are randomly chosen
from a dictionary. The dictionary may be user-defined. For
fun, the user may choose the prisoner. The prisoner's face is
animated. Can use Window-supported sound boards and also
includes an easy-to-use installation utility and extensive online help.
Product: PHRASE.ZIP
Author: Larry W Parker
Version: 1.0 (12-20-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 256k RAM; SVGA monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail support; lifetime return
policy; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). Lifetime free
upgrading allowed. 99 free update disk(s) sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; PHRASE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70534,1447 for
assistance).
Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A new & different type of game. A combination of hangman &
wheel of fortune. User can make five phrase files from easy
menus, one file included. Options: PC-sound on/off, hints,
peek, scorecards, editing menus, and more! Make, add, edit, and
erase phrase files from colorful menus with online help. Great
for foreign languages too.
Product: POETRY STAR
An AI poetry tutor that chats & cracks jokes. See full
description on page 517.

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Product: VGAWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: V.1.91 (12-18-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor; Hard
disk.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of mail support; bonus data.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VGAWHE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:PCFUN forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 76662,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A "Wheel of Fortune"/Hangman type of word guessing game. The
game features: a colorful spinning wheel, 1-3 players, 6 rounds
of play, a sound on/off option, automatic win after all letters
have been bought and guessed, optional mouse, a high score
table for the top ten WHEELERS, and an editor to add/delete/
modify puzzles. The editor may be used to create a custom
database for using the program as a teaching aid in grade
school through college.
Product: WINWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games
Version: 1.70 (01-16-93)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.0 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk. VBRUN100.DLL.
Strongly recommended: Mouse.
Registration fee: $19.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3
months of support; bonus data.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; WINWHE.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 76662,1623 for
assistance).
Download size: 230k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Wheel of Fortune/Hangman type word guessing game for Windows
3.X. Features: colorful graphics, 1-3 players, 6 rounds, sound
on/off options, autowin after all letters bought and guessed,
hi-score table for top 10 WHEELERS, and a powerful puzzle
editor to add/delete/modify puzzles.

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17.16.1 Crossword puzzles


Product: Crossdown
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Version: 2.8 (05-13-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $30.75 (Canadian dollars) (add $6.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
GEnie, newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; runtime
license; bonus utilities; discounts on other products. 1 free
update disk(s) sent out. Bonus puzzles.
Look for: XDOWN28.ZIP on BBSs (call 716-723-8489 to download it
at no charge); XDOWN2.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70724,2075 for assistance);
XDOWN28.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 507k (about 38 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Great graphics, animated selection buttons and sounds add to
your enjoyment as you solve real crosswords. Program makes it
easy to construct puzzles, too. Output in a variety of formats
to most printers, with standard puzzle numbering added
automatically! Author is a professional crossword constructor
and has included several of his best puzzles. Recently endorsed
by Simon and Schuster crossword editor John M. Samson!
Product: Crossdown for Windows
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Version: 1.1 (02-07-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; VGA monitor;
Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Mouse.
Registration fee: $55.75 (add $63.75 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $68.75 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, newsletter, mail support;
all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other products.
Free puzzle construction tutoring and marketing assistance.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; XWDWIN.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:IBM forum LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70724,2075 for
assistance).
Download size: 540k (about 40 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Brings all the challenge and enjoyment of solving and
constructing crosswords exactly like the ones found in the
daily or Sunday newspapers to the Windows environment, with
plenty of new and exciting features. You can click on a
scrollable clue list to highlight the appropriate word in the
grid or click anywhere on the brid to get a clue. Sound card

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support with speaking messages. Your favorite digital


dictionary can be accessed from within the program.
Product: CrossWords
Author: Glen DeBiasa
Version: 1.42 (04-08-95)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better. VGA monitor; Hard
disk; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: sound card.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $6.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $6.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited mail support. Bonus puzzles.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; CROSSW.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 13 (or contact userID 70602,3257
for assistance).
SWREG#: 5910
Download size: 226k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A game whose object is to guess the theme of the crossword
puzzle. Clues are given which reveal letters in the puzzle.
Players can guess at words in the puzzle or at the puzzle's
theme after they have successfully solved a clue within the
given period of time. Instructions are provided for creating
your own puzzle files.
Product: Enigmacross
Author: CROSSDOWN, 716-482-8092
Version: 1.5 (06-12-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.2 or better. 512k RAM; EGA monitor; Hard
disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer; Postscript
printer; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
Registration fee: $30.75 (Canadian dollars) (add $6.00 (Canadian
dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, BBS, CompuServe,
newsletter, mail support; 1-month return policy; runtime
license; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6). 1
free update disk(s) sent out. Bonus puzzles.
Look for: ENIGMX14.ZIP on BBSs (call 716-723-8489 to download it
at no charge); EGMX14.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
LIBrary 8 (or contact userID 70724,2075 for assistance);
ENIGMX14.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15.
Download size: 443k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Color graphics, animated selection buttons, sound effects
enhance very easy to use, mouse-based interface. Solve
acrostics exactly like the kind in newspapers and magazines.
Construct your own, too. Hi-quality output on most printers in

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a variety of formats with standard acrostic numbering added


automatically!
17.16.2 Cryptanalysis
Product: Crypto!
Author: KMR Consulting, 716-293-3241
Version: 2.0 (03-01-94)
Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
Registration fee: $12.95 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $2.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited phone, mail support; bonus utilities; bonus
data; disks of other shareware; registration commissions. 1
free update disk(s) sent out. Bonus quotes/phrases.
Look for: CRYPTO20.ZIP on BBSs; CRYPTO.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:WINFUN forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 74034,1441 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 2317
Download size: 170k (about 13 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A Windows version of the popular cryptogram puzzles often found
in puzzle books and the Sunday paper. It selects a puzzle from
its library of 250, encrypts it, and presents it to you to
solve. It makes solving cryptograms more fun by making it easy
to try various letters and erase mistakes. Letter frequencies
are provided, and there are various hints and helps to get you
started quickly. Complete on-line help! Even my wife plays this
game; it is one of only two that she enjoys.

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17.16.3 Word search


Product: Finders Keepers
Author: Glen DeBiasa
Version: 1.01 (04-08-95)
Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better. 640k RAM; Hard disk;
Mouse.
Strongly recommended: HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet printer;
Postscript printer; Epson printer; sound card.
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $2.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses) (add $8.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
$8.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
lifetime unlimited mail support; bonus data; all ASP-wide
offers (see page 6). Bonus puzzles.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; FK100.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:GAMERS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70602,3257 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 5911
Download size: 300k (about 23 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
A brand new way of looking at word find puzzles. Customize each
game by controlling how words are shown and by setting the
clock to challenge your skills. The words can be shown all at
once, one word at a time, or not at all. The clock can be set
from 30 seconds to 5 minutes, or can be turned completely off.
Select puzzles by title or at random. Enter your own puzzles
for endless entertainment. Print your favorite puzzles with
solutions.
17.17 For adults
Product: Edens-for-two
Author: Martlet, Inc., 703-435-5767
Version: 4.3 (03-18-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 1.0 or better. 640k RAM; Program can run
safely on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk
drive; Dual 720k floppy drives; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $20.00 (add $3.00 for shipping to U.S.
addresses)
Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
master disk(s); 3 months of phone, mail support; 3-month return
policy; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see

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page 6). 3-month free upgrading allowed. 1 free update disk(s)


sent out.
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
United States.
Description:
Two people reconcile their dreams about where they would love
to live if they were free to move anywhere. They take turns
selecting concerns from a menu and submenus while the program
makes compromise tradeoffs and prints lists of candidate areas,
with facilities in each area. Fun - even for computer novices
Combines information from the best books on ideal places in US.
Don't read the user manual. Program is self-teaching and never
gives you any bad news.
17.18 Game utilities
Product: BassMap
Lake editor for use with BassTour/BassClass. See full
description on page 689.
17.19 Other
Product: Talking ABC's
Author: Redwood Games, 707-937-3320
Version: 4.0 (02-10-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better. Hard disk, CGA monitor (EGA
recommended).
Registration fee: $23.00
Registration benefits: Printed manual, game personalized with
your child's name, support. Disks of other shareware.
Look for: TALKABC4.ZIP on BBSs; TABC4.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 71501,3553 for
assistance); TALKABC4.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 11
(or contact userID K.CROWTHER1 for assistance).
Download size: 420k (about 31 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Talks to your child (2-6 years old) in a natural sounding voice
using the PC speaker. No extra equipment needed! Beautiful,
EGA artwork is used in 3 fun games. (CGA mode too!) Children
can create their own pictures with the graphics by pressing
letters and moving objects around. Also included is "follow
the leader" and a matching game. Instructions are spoken so
little onew can play without adult help.

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Chapter 18
About shareware
18.1 Assn. Shareware Professionals
The Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP) formed in 1987
to strengthen the future of shareware as an alternative to
traditional (retail) software marketing. It also serves as an
information clearing house for its members and the public at
large. ASP members subscribe to a code of ethics and are
committed to the shareware concept.
The ASP demands professionalism from its members. Authors must
acknowledge every registration (you get more than just a
canceled check) and they must provide at least three months of
support for their products. ASP members must also live up to
any other benefits they offer.
You can turn to an ombudsman for help if you can't resolve a
problem with an ASP author or disk vendor. Members must
explain this in every shareware program & disk vendor catalog.
Few people need the ombudsman's help. ASP members represent
the cream of the crop in the shareware industry, but it's nice
to know you can turn to someone if you think you got a raw
deal. Unfortunately, it happens - authors have been kicked out
because of repeated complaints.
The Association monitors Congress for potentially damaging
legislation and has sent spokesmen to testify before
congressional subcommittees. It has also taken on the responsibility of safeguarding the term 'shareware' itself. ASP has
filed motions in countries as far away as England and South
Africa to stop people who attempt to claim it as a trademark
word.
ASP members 'meet' online in a public forum of the CompuServe
network (GO SHAREWARE). Members send & receive messages,
transmit files, and exchange valuable information. Old hands
in the shareware business pass along their insights to new
members. The group holds public and private debates and
members vote on major issues by sending private messages to the
Association secretary.
The ASP holds yearly 'face to face' meetings and appears at
various trade shows around the country (including COMDEX and
PC-EXPO). It also provides speakers who lecture on every
aspect of shareware. You can learn more by writing to the
Association of Shareware Professionals, 545 Grover Road,
Muskegon, MI 49442. If you have a modem and a CompuServe

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account, you can log on and go to the SHAREWARE forum for more
information.
Product: Approved Vendor Requirements
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (06-10-92)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VENDOR.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72050,1433
for assistance).
Download size: 5k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Contains all requirements ASP Approved Vendors must follow.
Potential shareware authors may want to review this file to see
what the ASP uses as its factors for approving disk vendors to
become associate members in the organization.
Product: ASP BBS Membership Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (05-21-92)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BBSAPP.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72050,1433
for assistance).
Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Everything a BBS Sysop needs to join the ASP. Rules,
application form, text files to post on the BBS, etc. All are
text files.
The ASP BBS Membership ensures callers that the BBS adheres to
certain standards of quality and shareware support. Cost of
membership is $40 / year.
Product: ASP List of Approved BBSs
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; ASPBBS.ZIP on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72050,1433
for assistance).
Download size: 65k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A complete list of ASP Approved BBSs. Gives the name, address,
phone number, conferences, lines, protocols, network
affiliations, etc. Formatted for use as a mailing list or for
browsing. Updated monthly. ASP recommends Approved BBSs.

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Product: ASP List of Approved Vendors


Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; VENDOR.EXE on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72050,1433
for assistance).
Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Complete list of ASP Approved Vendors by country and state or
province. Use this catalog to find the ASP Approved Vendor
nearest you. ASP recommends ASP Approved Vendors as one of the
best sources of high quality, up-to-date shareware programs.
Updated monthly.
Product: How to join as a "beta" author
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (11-27-89)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BETA.TXT on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72050,1433 for
assistance).
Download size: 3k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A compilation of messages explaining how potential shareware
authors can apply for membership in the ASP before releasing
their first shareware program.
Product: IBM PC Author Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (11-14-92)
Look for: APPLIC.ZIP on BBSs (call 317-856-2087 to download it at
no charge); APPLIC.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:ASPFORUM forum
LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72050,1433 for assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Information on joining the Association of Shareware
Professionals as an author member. This self-extract file
contains several necessary information files and many reasons
why you would wish to join the ASP. Specific to PC/MS-DOS
authors - see other files in this section if you program on a
different platform (Amiga or MacIntosh for example).
Product: Information about copyrights
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (04-29-90)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; COPYRT.ARC on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72050,1433
for assistance).
Download size: 3k (about one minute with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
A compilation of messages on why & how you should copyright a
shareware program.

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Product: The Lawyer's DeskTop


Integrated legal management system. See full description on
page 359.
Product: MacIntosh Author Application
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Version: n/a (09-03-92)
Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; APPLIC.SIT on CompuServe
in CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 72050,1433
for assistance).
Download size: 40k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Information on joining the Association of Shareware
Professionals as an author member. This self-extract file
contains several necessary information files and many reasons
why you would wish to join the ASP. Specific to MacIntosh
authors - see other files in this section if you program on a
different platform (Amiga or IBM PC for example).
Product: Official ASP Catalogs
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Look for: ASP####.ZIP on BBSs; CATLOG.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70007,4004 for
assistance); GEN####.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (or
contact userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Official catalogs of software published by ASP members. You
can download these products and use them on a "try before you
buy" basis. Each catalog describes known ASP-member products
and in many cases identifies a BBS where you can download it at
no charge for evaluation. All products grouped by subject and
cross-referenced to authors' addresses via a comprehensive
index. Main edition covers all known ASP-member shareware;
monthly subset catalogs cover CompuServe, GEnie, and Windows &
OS/2.
Product: Shareware Reference Guides
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals, 616-788-5131
Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.1 or better. Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: SRG??###.ZIP on BBSs; SRGCS.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:ASPFORUM forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 70007,4004 for
assistance); SRGGE.ZIP on GEnie in HOSB forum LIBrary 12 (or
contact userID R.ROSENBERGE for assistance).
Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Official ASP catalogs of software published by shareware
authors. You can download these products on a "try before you
buy" basis. Each catalog describes known shareware products
and in many cases identifies a BBS where you can download it at

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no charge for evaluation. All products grouped by subject and


cross-referenced to authors' addresses. Main edition covers
all known shareware; monthly subset editions cover ASP members,
CompuServe, GEnie, DOS, OS/2, Windows, WinNT, etc.
18.2 For shareware authors
Product: Shareware Tracker
Author: RMH Computer Services, 317-782-9903
Version: 3.11 (11-05-93)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better. 512k RAM; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $29.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
Canada)
Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 12
months of unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail support;
1-month return policy; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers
(see page 6).
Look for: SWT311*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 317-784-2147
to download it at no charge); SWTRK.ZIP on CompuServe in
CIS:IBMPRO forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73567,1547 for
assistance).
SWREG#: 1495
Download size: 440k (about 33 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
An office manager for the shareware author. Will track users,
submissions, expenses, upgrade sales, tech support sales,
subscription sales, source code sales, and more. It has an
appointment calendar, a module to keep track of other important
names and addresses, and a pop-up calculator. Mail-merges
letters and labels to users, with submission, and to other
authors and dealers. Many pre-defined reports, and user can
define an unlimited number his own reports. Context sensitive
help.
Product: Universal Install
Software installation development kit. See full description on
page 487.
18.3 For shareware disk vendors
Product: Universal Install
Software installation development kit. See full description on
page 487.

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18.4 Software tools & add-ins


18.4.1 For multiple programs
Product: Content Label Rating
[***]
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Version: 1.0 (10-08-94)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. 512k RAM.
Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
Registration fee: $0.00
Registration benefits:
Look for: CLR10.ZIP on BBSs; CLR.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:PCVENK
forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 74774,403 for assistance).
Download size: 19k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
This is a system for labeling software and packaging to
indicate contents such as violence or sexual material which may
be of special concern to parents or other consumers prior to
purchase. Its purpose is to provide software authors and
publishers with a simple, inexpensive method of labeling or
rating their products for sale or distribution in retail stores
or other environments where such labeling may be needed or
required.

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Chapter 19
Other
19.1 Software tools & add-ins
19.1.1 For multiple programs
Product: Content Label Rating
[***]
Software Rating System. See full description on page 716.
19.1.2 For other
Product: FontMe!
Font comparison/printing. See full description on page 578.
19.2 Other
Product: The Electronic Square
Author: Electronic Creativity Products, 206-778-4013
Version: 1.03 (06-19-95)
Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better. Program can run safely on a
system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive; CGA
monitor; Hercules monitor; Mouse.
Strongly recommended: Hard disk; EMS memory.
Registration fee: $65.00 (add $5.00 for shipping to Canadian
addresses) (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or Canada)
Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s); 12 months of
BBS, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see
page 6); discounts on other products; discounts on upgrades.
12-month free upgrading allowed.
Look for: DANCER.ZIP on BBSs (call 206-778-5416 to download it at
no charge).
SWREG#: 4779
PsL#: 11874
Download size: 330k (about 25 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
Description:
Graphically executes the commands of square dancing, currently
through C-1. A must for callers, and useful for dancers to
learn more about square dancing.

Chapter 19, "Appendixes"

718

PART 2
Appendixes

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

719

Appendix A
Author addresses
This appendix cross-references each author to his or her product(s). If you want to know where to write or call about a
particular product, look for it in the index and write down the
page number where the product name appears in this appendix.
Then turn to the appropriate page in this appendix and look up
the author.
-----------------------------------------------------Please note! Many authors specify a shareware registration service's phone number in the "orders only"
phone field. These registration services can only
take product orders. They cannot offer any product
support; they cannot tell you anything about a product; they cannot send you any brochures; and they
cannot forward any messages to the author. You must
call the "queries" or "fax" numbers listed for an
author in order to obtain support or to speak with the
author.
-----------------------------------------------------Product: Crowndale Tales : ESCAPE!
Author: Crowndale Productions [Paul and Cynthia Lurix]
Address: P.O. Box 719, Brookshire, TX 77423
Orders & queries: 713-346-1552
Fax: 713-356-1607
Product: Mouse Math
Author: Hufnagel Software
Address: 501H Main Street, PO Box 747, Clarion, PA 16214
Orders & queries: 814-226-5600
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 814-226-5551
Product: Visual Computer Dictionary Plus
Author: BlueStar Software
Address: P.O. Box 33004 Beechwood Plaza, 450 Erb St. West,
Waterloo, Ont. N2T 2M9 CANADA
Product: The Wine Window
Author: Prospect Software
Address: 1314 E. Marietta, Peoria Heights, IL 61614
Orders & queries: 309-682-8151
Fax: 309-682-7641
Product: WinCap+
Author: The CodeWorks+ Ltd. [David Barratt,]
Address: 413, Devonshire Road, North Shore, BLACKPOOL, Lancs.,
FY2 0JP, ENGLAND

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

720

Product: DXF Bill of Materials Generator


Author: Annabec Business Services
Address: PO Box 85, Millersburg, OH 44654
Orders & queries: 216-674-5444
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 216-674-2747
Products: READ, READ, READ, READ
Author: Wells Computing Services [Robert Lindsay Wells]
Address: 1405 Lynn Avenue, Clearwater, FL 34615
Orders & queries: 813-447-0604
Product: Dave Dude
Author: APG [Christian Naumann and Philipp Schroeder]
Address: Egenhoferstr. 15, 81243 Munich, GERMANY
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Products: Extract It, Extract It
Author: TeraByte Unlimited
Address: 258 N. Saturmino Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262
Products: Stock Wiz, Stock Wiz, Stock Wiz, Stock Wiz
Author: Informatik Inc.
Address: 304 Heritage Place, P.O. Box 868, Devon, PA 19333
Orders & queries: 610.640.0339
Fax: 610.610.0339
Product: The Lights Go Down
Author: Thomas Hoevel Software-Development [Thomas Hoevel]
Address: Saturnstr. 45, 53842 Troisdorf, GERMANY
Orders: 800-TOREGISTER (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: Power Edit, Power Edit, Power Edit
Author: Target Software [Robert Brinegar]
Address: Fuji Copo 3D Wakamatsu-cho 16-4 Shinjuku, Tokyo 162,
JAPAN
Orders & queries: +81-3-3207-4553
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: +81-3-3207-4553
Product: SETUP.EXE
Author: Chapter One Developments Ltd. [Mike Chapman]
Address: 27 Gorse Drive, Smallfield, Surrey RH6 9GJ ENGLAND
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: (44)-0-1342-844-659
Queries: (44)-0-973-222937

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

721

Product: Playground
Author: Object International, Inc.
Address: 7301 Burnet Road, 102-259, Austin, TX 78757
Orders: 512-795-0202 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 512-795-0332
Product: I Ching Empower Tool
Author: Empower Tools
Address: P.O. Box 363, Newton, IL 62448-0363
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: Frenetic Screensaver
Author: Seraline Pty Ltd
Address: PO Box 282, Ryde, NSW 2112, AUSTRALIA
Fax: +61-2-879-4481
Queries: +61-2-879-4482
Products: JobLog Project Timekeeper, JobLog Project Timekeeper
Author: Brian Sutton
Address: 8202 Cosme Road, Odessa, FL 33556
Orders & queries: 813-920-0882
Products: SuperDIR, SuperDIR
Author: Cottonwood Software
Address: P.O. Box 6546, Leawood, KS 66206-0546
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 913-663-3747
Queries: 913-663-3022
Product: J-Works
Author: MicroWorks Inc.
Address: 3913 Country Park Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129-4718
Orders & queries: 615-896-3966
Fax: 800-701-3006
Product: ListBuilder
Author: Younkin Enterprises
Address: P.O. Box 205, CedarBrook, NJ 08018
Orders: 713-524-6394 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 609-262-1097

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

722

Products: Zip Server(TM), Zip Server(TM), Zip Server(TM), Zip


Server(TM), Zip Server(TM)
Author: Redei Enterprises
Address: 1424 Brett Pl., Suite 359, San Pedro, CA 90732
Orders & queries: 310-832-6984
Fax: 310-832-6984
Product: Inventory Interface
Author: Data Interface
Address: 45074 Middlebury, Canton, MI 48188-3215
Orders & queries: 313-981-3615
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 313-981-3615
Product: Grow'Em
Author: Paul Postuma
Address: 16 Fullyer Drive, Quispamsis, N.B., E2G 1Y7 CANADA
Queries: 506-849-6967
Product: The Electronic Square
Author: Electronic Creativity Products [David Archer]
Address: P.O. Box 1734, Lynnwood, WA 98046
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 206-778-4013
Product: Contact Browser
Author: Moore Software Solutions [Ric Moore]
Address: P.O. Box 501783, San Diego, CA 92150-1783
Orders & queries: 619-672-1479
Fax: 619-672-1479
Product: Safe Program
Author: Regnoc Software
Address: PO Box 1253, San Ramon, CA 94583
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 510-806-0713
Product: Computer Dictionary
Author: Gary FitzGerald
Address: 553 Haverstraw Rd., Suffern, NY 10901
Orders & queries: 914-357-4171
Products: Animated Words, Animated Words, Animated Words,
Animated Words, Animated Words, Animated Words, Animated Words,
Animated Words, Animated Words, Animated Words
Author: FLIX Productions
Address: 601 Ranch Road, DelValle, TX 78617

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

723

Products: SLIB10.ZIP, SLIB10.ZIP, SLIB10.ZIP, SLIB10.ZIP


Author: MIS Resources International [Wayne Edwards]
Address: 570 Colonial Park Drive, Ste 301, Roswell, GA 30075
Orders & queries: 404-594-7500
Fax: 404-587-1932
Product: Button Manager for Windows
Author: AKC Applied Knowledge Corporation [Darin Ellis]
Address: 6128 Red Willow Drive, Orleans, Ontario K1C 7J8
CANADA
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 613-841-6020
Product: Silver Wolf Desktop
Author: Silver Wolf Software
Address: P.O. Box 4232, Laguna Beach, CA 92652
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Free System Resources
Author: Chet Williams
Address: 1737 Peyton Ave. 'K', Burbank, CA 91504
Orders & queries: 818-954-9128
Product: MOZART (Virtuoso Edition)
Author: David Webber
Address: 484 Warrington Rd, Culcheth, Warrington, WA3 5RA
UNITED KINGDOM
Product: Chores & Rewards
Author: K. Jeff Hayes
Address: 1055 Business Highway 64 East, P.O. Box 1459, Wendell
NC 27591
Orders & queries: 919-365-6027
Fax: 919-365-6082
Product: SuperSet - Environment Extender
Author: Ross Leidy
Address: 1966 Staunton Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Product: ENTER-EASE
Author: KAYL SOFTWARE
Address: 8380 Northgate Ave. #25, Canoga Park, CA 91304
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

724

Product: Screen Saver Sampler


Author: Damsel Software Group
Address: P.O. Box 713, Concord, NH 03302-0713
Orders & queries: 603-485-2677
Fax: 603-485-2677
Product: Hubble
Author: Hubble Software Company [Griengsak Narasirisinlapa]
Address: P.O. Box 1654, Denton, TX 76202
Products: SCP, SCP, SCP, SCP, SCP
Author: Christopher J. Noyes Software [Christopher J. Noyes]
Address: 144 Union Street, Store A, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Orders & queries: 718-625-2262
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 718-625-6766
Product: SmartDraw
Author: SmartDraw Software Inc.
Address: 9974 Scripps Ranch Blvd #35, San Diego, CA 92131
Orders: 800-501-0314 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 619-549-2830
Queries: 619-549-0314
Products: AAVBSORT.DLL, AAVBSORT.DLL
Author: AA-Software International
Address: 12 ter Domaine Du Bois Joli, 06330 Roquefort-Les-Pins,
FRANCE
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: +33-93-77-19-78
Product: Business Clock Link
Author: BizMark Development [Mark Hicks]
Address: P.O. Box 182, Princeton, LA 71067
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 318-949-4400
Queries: 318-949-4399
Product: Disk Piecharter
Author: Zorn Software [Hans Zorn]
Address: Overtoom 529 1054 LK, Amsterdam, THE NETHERLANDS
Orders: +31-206189658 (orders only, please)
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Fax: +31-206189658

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

Product: Flexitime/Time Logging


Author: HJS Systems
Address: 15 Falcon Close, Nuneaton, CV11 6TE UNITED KINGDOM
Orders & queries: +44-(0)1203-388031
Fax: +44-(0)1203-352326

725

Products: WInvoices, WInvoices, WInvoices, WInvoices,


WInvoices, WInvoices, WInvoices, WInvoices
Author: Q&D Software Development [Dave Verschleiser]
Address: 10-B Sentinel Court, Chatham, NJ 07928
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 201-635-1824
Products: Math Bingo, Math Bingo, Math Bingo
Author: LatticeWork Software
Address: P.O. Box 362, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Product: CS/AMORT
Author: Computer Solutions, Inc.
Address: 850 S. Rancho Drive #2264, Las Vegas, NV 89106
Products: DRIVEMAP, DRIVEMAP
Author: Oxford House Software [Steve Leonard]
Address: 160 Oxford Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Product: File Finder/Grouper
Author: EnGamma
Address: 2407 Cameron Mills Rd., Alexandria, VA 22302-3302
Queries: 703-548-6869

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

Product: Basketball Statistics


Author: Gentle Productions
Address: P.O. Box 152, Shelby, MI 49455
Orders & queries: 616-861-5157
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa

726

Product: Relor Rhyming Dictionary


Author: Doyle Bare
Address: 710 Silver Spur Rd. #119, Rolling Hills Estates, CA
90274
Orders & queries: 310-519-8049
Products: TimeClock, TimeClock, TimeClock
Author: KMR Consulting [Kenneth A. Reek]
Address: 3090 Griffin Rd, Churchville, NY 14428
Orders & queries: 716-293-3241
Product: New Menus for Windows
Author: Dipl.Ing. Roger Rene Kommer
Address: Doernbergstr. 11, D-34119 Kassel, GERMANY
Orders: 800-414-4268 (orders only, please)
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 910-350-2937
Queries: 910-791-7052
Products: PCLoan5, PCLoan5
Author: Bottom Line Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 118826, Carrollton, TX 75011-8826
Orders & queries: 214-394-4087
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 214-394-4170
Product: REALIZE
Author: Transcendental Technologies
Address: 17 Beechwood cl., East Doncaster, Victoria 3109
AUSTRALIA

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

727

Product: PhotoPat
Author: Rainbow Scan, Inc.
Address: 135 Beech Lake Court, Roswell, GA 30076
Orders & queries: 404-642-7515
Products: Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a
for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware
v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6,
Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord
6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for
WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a
for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware
v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6,
Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6, Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord
6
Author: AMF Shareware Productions [Andrew M. Freeman]
Address: P.O. Box 189, Holbrook, NY 11741-0189
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: Writer's Cramp, Writer's Cramp, Writer's Cramp,
Writer's Cramp, Writer's Cramp
Author: JRE Enterprises
Address: P.O. Box 5643, Mesa, AZ 85211-5643
Product: Beam Cookbook
Author: SoftEngineering
Address: 1278 Glenneyre Street #185, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Queries: 714-497-3952
Product: TRAINING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Author: Oscar Wenholm
Address: RR 1 Box 11, Raymond, SD 57258
Orders & queries: 605-532-3479
Product: SC-Scripter
Author: SplitCycle Computing
Address: 13102 Rivergate Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32223
Orders & queries: 904-292-4770
Product: Spanish Helper Level One
Author: G.B. Blanchard
Address: Aptdo. de Correos 555, 29680 Estepona, Malaga, SPAIN
Orders: 800-445-3346 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 218-228-5879
Queries: 212-598-4939
Product: MEGIK
Author: Advanced Topics
Address: v.XXV Aprile 9/B, 10045 Piossasco, (TO) ITALY
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 39-11-323607

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

728

Product: The Lawyer's DeskTop


Author: DataPro Enterprises, Inc.
Address: 11200 Westheimer, Suite 923, Houston, TX 77042
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-493-5429
Queries: 713-978-7431
Product: NoteWorthy
Author: Braeburn Software [Bernard Hill]
Address: Hawthorn Bank, Scott's Place, Selkirk TD7 4DP
SCOTLAND
Orders & queries: +44-1750-721854
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: Search-N-Store, Search-N-Store
Author: Shawn Anderson SoftWare
Address: PO Box 1481, Milan, IL 61264
Orders & queries: 309-787-4967-(X227)
Fax: 309-787-8351
Product: Katelin Comment Manager
Author: Katelin, Inc.
Address: 610 N. Main, Georgetown, IL 61846
Orders & queries: 217-662-6780
Products: WINstall, WINstall
Author: Dovcom
Address: P.O. Box 580, Provo, UT 84603-0580
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 801-221-4527
Product: Photo Show 3D
Author: Progressive Logic [Keith A. Marshall]
Address: P.O. Box 561420, Charlotte, NC 28256-1420
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: File Manager Jr.
Author: Charles R. Maher
th
Address: 409 North 18 Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-5460
Orders: 800-215-3688 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 208-664-9743
Queries: 208-664-3864

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

Products: Sales & Samples, Sales & Samples, Sales & Samples,
Sales & Samples
Author: C T Johnson, Inc
Address: 8126 Forestdale Dr., Charlotte, NC 28227
Orders & queries: 704-568-9598
Fax: 704-532-1236

729

Product: Property Master


Author: MSdataBase Solutions
Address: 614 Warrenton Terrace NE, Leesburg, VA 22075
Orders & queries: 703-777-5660
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 703-777-5440
Product: Zip Pro
Author: Synaptek Software
Address: 1188 Ostler Ct, Mississauga, ON L5C 3G6 CANADA
Orders: 800-465-7047 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 905-897-7622
Queries: 905-276-8835
Products: PentaBlox, PentaBlox, PentaBlox
Author: Aquila Software [Trevor Poile]
Address: P O Box 137, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 0YN UNITED
KINGDOM
Orders & queries: +44-(0)1892-531108
Product: RADIOSIM
Author: BREMENSON [Claude BREMENSON]
Address: 60 rue d'Herblay, 95150 Taverny, FRANCE
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 33-1-39-32-11-97
Product: RPF Zip Control
Author: RPF Software [Frank B. Fortson]
Address: P.O. Box 420457, Atlanta, GA 30342
Fax: 404.250.0282
Product: BESTHES
Author: LANGUAGE SOFTWARE Co.
Address: POB 3080, Beersheva 84130 ISRAEL
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 972-7-433-103

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

730

Product: Landscape Explorer


Author: WoolleySoft
Address: Humblesknowe Cottage, Ramoyle, Dunblane, Perthshire
FK15 0BA SCOTLAND
Orders & queries: 0786-825406
Product: Water and Steam Properties
Author: Katmar Software [Harvey Wilson]
Address: PO Box 654, Westville 3630, SOUTH AFRICA
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: FundRaiser Basic
Author: Professional Support Software [Gene Weinbeck]
Address: 106 Garfield Ave, PO Box 901, West Plains, MO 65775
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 417-256-6370
Queries: 417-256-4280
Product: GAKUSEI
Author: Barham Software
Address: 15507 S. Normandie Ave. #245, Gardena, CA 90247-4028
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 310-327-4862
Product: Activity Monitor
Author: Louis Desjardins
Address: 6142 16 Avenue, Montreal, Quebec H1X 2S8 CANADA
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: DO
Author: RobiNets [Larrie Hutton]
Address: 2300 Harvard Way, 130-G, Reno, NV 89502
Orders & queries: 702-827-4682
Product: RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys.
Author: Mulberry Software, Inc.
Address: 234 Mulberry Place, Ridgewood, NJ 07450-1617
Fax: 201-670-1680
Queries: 201-670-9856
Product: Mystic Pixels
Author: Tesuji Technology [Ronald G. White]
Address: P.O. Box 4305, Boulder, CO 80306-4305
Product: Wall Street Simulator - Windows
Author: Larax Software
Address: PO Box 606, Sherman, CT 06784

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

731

Product: LOTTO MANIA


Author: Robert O. Leafloor
Address: P.O. Box 72161, Kanata, Ontario K2K 2P4 CANADA
Orders & queries: 613-591-5525-(HOME)
Products: Wndlib, Wndlib, Wndlib, Wndlib, Wndlib, Wndlib,
Wndlib, Wndlib, Wndlib, Wndlib
Author: Burnham Park Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box #814, Chicago, IL 60690-0814
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 312-922-6313
Product: MCBase
Author: Harry Doldersum
Address: Weerselose straat 26, 7623 DA Borne., THE NETHERLANDS
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: NL-(0)74668480
Products: Financial Freedom GOLD, Financial Freedom GOLD,
Financial Freedom GOLD, Financial Freedom GOLD, Financial
Freedom GOLD, Financial Freedom GOLD
Author: M & R Technologies, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 061298, Palm Bay, FL 32906-1298
Orders & queries: 407-951-2268
Fax: 407-951-2268
Product: LAPC - Loan Advisor for the PC
Author: J.D. Consulting Associates
Address: P.O. Box 3794, Albany, NY 12203
Orders & queries: 518-482-5789
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 518-371-1102
Product: BusinessCards for Windows
Author: Michael Dvorkin
Address: 1111 Bayhill Drive #180, San Bruno, CA 94066
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 415-588-6149
Queries: 415-588-6215
Product: SCAN
Author: EZ Software [John Veit]
th
Address: 1222 144 St SE, Mill Creek, WA 98012
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: TURF.v93, TURF.v93
Author: Second Career Software
Address: P.O. Box 283, Sierra Vista, AZ 85636-0283
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

732

Product: Musical Instrument Tuner


Author: SoundByte Software [Jeff O'Dair]
Address: 5907 Mendenhall Road, Indianapolis, IN 46221
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 317-856-3860
Products: Serial File Copy, Serial File Copy, Serial File Copy,
Serial File Copy, Serial File Copy, Serial File Copy, Serial
File Copy, Serial File Copy, Serial File Copy, Serial File
Copy, Serial File Copy, Serial File Copy
Author: MarshallSoft Computing, Inc.
Address: PO Box 4543, Huntsville, AL 35815
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 205-881-4630
Products: HQ-FAX (1-Step High Quality FAX, HQ-FAX (1-Step High
Quality FAX
Author: HTF Consulting [H. Thomas FONES]
Address: 436 Whitehall Rd. #F, Alameda, CA 94501
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 800-9-SENDFH
Queries: 510-521-1689
Products: RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (TT), RRMacCaps &
RRKeySampler (TT), RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (TT), RRMacCaps &
RRKeySampler (TT), RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (TT), RRMacCaps &
RRKeySampler (TT)
Author: RoadRunner Computing [Elizabeth A. Swoope]
Address: P.O. Box 21635, Baton Rouge, LA 70894-1635
Orders & queries: 504-928-0780
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 504-928-0802
Product: National INNdex
Author: Nelson's Computer Services [Greg Nelson]
Address: PO Box 2601, Glenview, IL 60025
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 708-965-7325
Product: MegaWord
Author: Merlot International [Romke Soldaat]
Address: 1 ch des Moulines, 34230 St. Bauzille de la Sylve,
FRANCE
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: (+1)-314-966-1833
Queries: (+1)-314-965-5630

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733

Product: DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT


Author: Westerdale AG [Simon Westerdale]
Address: Florastrasse 34, 4600 Olten, SWITZERLAND
Orders & queries: 41-62-260935
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 41-62-260936
Products: Tangram, Tangram
Author: Judah Warshaw
Address: P.O. Box 27054, Jerusalem 91270, ISRAEL
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: +972-2-830-001
Products: WRITE CHINESE, WRITE CHINESE, WRITE CHINESE
Author: Awareness Productions [Thomas Yee]
Address: P.O. Box 261262, Plano, TX 75026-1262
Queries: 214-517-0279
Product: Contact-Lens!
Author: Kruse Control Software
Address: 30 Ridge Road, Suite 21, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 201-670-0677
Products: WStyle, WStyle, WStyle
Author: Wintertree Software Inc.
Address: 43 Rueter St., Nepean, Ontario K2J 3Z9 CANADA
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 613-825-6271
Products: Report Utility for Paradox/DOS, Report Utility for
Paradox/DOS
Author: The C Group, Inc. [Mark Cohen]
Address: 1254 Rockaway Parkway, Ste. #252, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Orders & queries: 718-251-1891
Fax: 718-251-2059
Product: WinDatCon
Author: Vogel Scientific Software
Address: 1199 Leeward Ave., Lake Elmo, MN 55042-9643
Product: MEG SYSTEM INFO GRAPHS PIE 3-D
Author: Jim Tolliver
Address: P.O. Box 4071, Stamford, CT 06907-0071
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 203-322-0298

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734

Product: LPRINT
Author: Paragon Innovations, Inc. [Michael R. Wilkinson]
Address: 202 N. Allen Dr., Suite A, Allen, TX 75002
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 214-390-2965
Product: Notice Board
Author: Cornerstone Software Limited [Chris Tyler]
Address: 45 Shay Lane, Hale Barns, Altrincham, Cheshire WA15
8PA UNITED KINGDOM
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 01044-61-904-8145
Queries: 01044-61-904-8143
Product: SQWEZ
Author: JM Software
Address: 568 Greenwich Ave., Paulsboro, NJ 08066
Orders & queries: 609-423-1989
Products: WinClip, WinClip, WinClip, WinClip, WinClip, WinClip
Author: OsoSoft [George Campbell]
Address: 1472 Sixth Street, Los Osos, CA 93402
Orders & queries: 805-528-1759
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 805-528-3074
Product: League Manager
Author: Al Dodd Software Co.
Address: 1615 Rachel Lane, Lakeland, FL 33805
Orders & queries: 813-683-4210
Products: Local Access Logon, Local Access Logon
Author: M2w Software [Mart van Ineveld]
Address: Po.O box 8158, 3009 ad Rotterdam, THE NETHERLANDS
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: +31-104568845
Product: DAZZLE
Author: Worldwide MicroTronics, Inc.
Address: P O Box 8759, Spring, TX 77387-8759
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-367-4333
Queries: 713-298-1698

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735

Products: TreeDraw, TreeDraw


Author: SpanSoft [Nick J Hunter]
Address: 11 Rowan Terrace, Cowdenbeath, Fife KY4 9JZ, SCOTLAND
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: +44-(0)1383-510597
Queries: +44-(0)1383-510597
Products: Keyed File System (OS/2), Keyed File System (OS/2),
Keyed File System (OS/2), Keyed File System (OS/2)
Author: APT Computer Solutions, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 47, Versailles, KY 40383-0047
Orders & queries: 606-873-0589
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: A MUSICAL TUTORIAL for Windows, A MUSICAL TUTORIAL
for Windows
Author: R. Swerdfeger
Address: 3453 Marydale Ave., Cornwall, Ontario K6K 1P6 CANADA
Orders & queries: 613-933-7871
Product: wfListen
Author: Prodigy Computing
Address: PO Box 2194, Cramerview 2060 SOUTH AFRICA
Orders: 011-27-11-886-7122 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 011-27-11-888-2370
Product: Visual Calendar Planner
Author: Bok Nan Lo
Address: P.O. Box 9132, Reno, NV 89507
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Product: EDGEFLOW
Author: Pacestar Software [John Daleiden]
Address: P.O. Box 51974, Phoenix, AZ 85076-1974
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: Calendar Quick
Author: Logic Pulse
Address: 1269 Sadler Cove Dr., Woodbine, GA 31569
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: Z & Z Puzzle, Z & Z Puzzle
Author: Z & Z Software
Address: 1511 Norman Avenue, Lutherville, MD 21093
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6394
Queries: 410-561-3891

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736

Products: Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1, Yellow Sticky for


Windows 3.1, Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1, Yellow Sticky for
Windows 3.1, Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1
Author: Henning Associates [Michael R. Henning]
Address: Rt. 2, Box 526-A, Crozet, VA 22932-9518
Orders: 800-823-6896 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 804-823-6896
Product: PROGRAM ENTITY ORGANIZER
Author: James W. Young & Associates, Inc.
Address: 1403 Fifth Street, Suite G, Davis, CA 95616
Orders: 800-745-6903 (orders only, please)
Queries: 916-756-4976
Product: Edens-for-two
Author: Martlet, Inc.
Address: PO Box 37, Herndon, VA 22070
Orders & queries: 703-435-5767
Product: Personal Finances 2
Author: Spitfire Software
Address: 325 Breakwater Ridge, Atlanta, GA 30328
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 404-257-0187
Product: Music Sculptor for Windows
Author: Aleph Omega Software
Address: Box 61085 Kensington Postal Outlet, Calgary, Alberta
T2Z 1W8 CANADA
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Queries: 403-257-2115
Products: Finders Keepers, Finders Keepers, Finders Keepers,
Finders Keepers
Author: Glen DeBiasa
Address: 356 Gemini Drive, Apt. 4, Somerville, NJ 08876
Product: Seascape
Author: Advanced Computer Tektonics [Alan Walworth]
Address: 334 State Street, Suite 106, Los Altos, CA 94022
Orders & queries: 415-424-1403
Product: TreePlan for DOS
Author: Decision Support Services [Michael R. Middleton]
Address: 2105 Buchanan Street #1, San Francisco, CA 94115
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 415-673-6217
Queries: 415-673-6217

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

737

Products: Task Scheduler for DOS, Task Scheduler for DOS


Author: Simian Id Software [Don Branson]
Address: P.O. Box 430011, St. Louis, MO 63143
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 314-781-8709
Products: Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro, Thoroughbred
Handicapper Pro, Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro
Author: Whirlwind Technologies [James S Nixon]
Address: P.O. Box 1063, Van, TX 75790
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: CTS Serial Port Utilities, CTS Serial Port Utilities
Author: Computer Telecommunication Systems, Inc. [John Jerrim]
Address: 3847 Foxwood Road, Suite 1000, Duluth, GA 30136-6100
Orders & queries: 404-263-8623
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 404-263-0124
Product: EDITEUR
Author: Jean-Pierre Menicucci
Address: 18 rue de Brest, apt 243 - 35000, Rennes, FRANCE
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: +33-9954-4273
Product: Image'n'Bits
Author: Bananas Software Inc
Address: 29 Engle Rd, Paramus, NJ 07652
Orders & queries: 201-265-9855
Product: NewBase
Author: GWN Software [Gerald Manweiler]
Address: #17 Blueberry Drive, Whitecourt, Alberta T7S 1G7
CANADA
Orders & queries: 403-778-5028
Product: Super!Market
Author: Trulli Tops Software, Inc.
Address: 7749 Ridgeway Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 216-974-5189
Product: REFILE
Author: MegAS Corporation
Address: 12401 Brookshire Parkway, Suite 200, Carmel, IN 46033
Orders & queries: 317-844-6380
Product: CD-Box
Author: Jeffrey Belt
Address: 2A Crothers Hall, Stanford, CA 94305
Queries: 415-497-5573

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

738

Product: CDPlayer for Windows and DOS


Author: Jupiter Software [Paul Brace]
Address: 63 Parkside, Wimbledon, London, SW19 5NL ENGLAND
Orders & queries: +44-081-946-4826
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: +44-081-879-0090
Product: New Testament for Windows
Author: Rocky Mountain Laboratories
Address: P.O. Box 272224, Fort Collins, CO 80527
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 303-669-2166
Queries: 303-679-1662
Product: SysChk
Author: Advanced Personal Systems [Paul Griffith]
Address: 105 Serra Way, Suite 418, Milpitas, CA 95035
Fax: 408-945-0242
Queries: 408-298-3703
Products: RACONTEX, RACONTEX, RACONTEX
Author: Guy Software [Ed Guy, P.Eng, CDP]
Address: 1752 Duchess Avenue, West Vancouver, BC V7V 1P9
CANADA
Product: TOP
Author: TNC Technology [Tom Beikirch & Leon Williams]
Address: 1084 Webster Road, Webster, NY 14580
Orders & queries: 716-872-1377
Fax: 716-872-1377
Product: A Batch View
Author: Robin R. Latham
Address: P.O. Box 16152, Fort Worth, TX 76162
Orders & queries: 817-263-4056
Fax: N
Product: Top Draw
Author: Top Software
Address: P.O. Box 1141, Conifer, CO 80433
Orders & queries: 303-838-0384
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 303-838-0384
Product: Schooner
Author: Jonathan Cook
Address: 7034 N. Cedar Ave. #108, Fresno, CA 93720
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 209-299-4958
Queries: 209-299-4950

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739

Products: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!, TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!


Author: LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES [John A. Jackson]
rd
Address: 1507 E. 53 Street #438, Chicago, IL 60615
Orders: 312-734-4549 (orders only, please)
Products: QUIK-INSTALL, QUIK-INSTALL
Author: Michael L. Wester
Address: Route #6 Box 34, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Orders & queries: 919-552-0767
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 919-362-8254
Products: Virus Simulator, Virus Simulator, Virus Simulator,
Virus Simulator, Virus Simulator, Virus Simulator
Author: Rosenthal Engineering [Doren Rosenthal]
Address: P.O.Box 1650, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Queries: 805-541-0910
Products: Service Call Manager, Service Call Manager
Author: CPI computer services
Address: 325 Magnolia Way, Lemmon Valley, NV 89506
Orders & queries: 702-329-6868
Fax: 702-972-1659
Product: WINIMAGE
Author: Vollant Gilles
Address: 13, rue Mansart, 91540 Mennecy, FRANCE
Product: CEnvi
Author: Nombas
Address: P.O. Box 875, Medford, MA 02155
Orders & queries: 617-391-6595
Accepts:
Product: TreeChart
Author: FineLine Software
Address: Newtown, Kinvara, Co. Galway, IRELAND
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: (+353)-91-37560
Queries: (+353)-91-37560
Product: MicroCook
Author: NORSKi Software
Address: P.O. Box 76, Franksville, WI 53126-0076
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 414-632-9815

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

740

Products: Music and Video Librarian v3.8, Music and Video


Librarian v3.8
Author: Alpine Software
Address: 3225 Dibrell Drive, Plano, TX 75023
Orders & queries: 214-964-1897
Product: SCROLLit
Author: Bromfield Software Products
Address: P.O. Box 70081, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2M3 CANADA
Products: Zippidy Do Da(tm), Zippidy Do Da(tm), Zippidy Do
Da(tm)
Author: SMI Corporation
Address: P.O. Box 582221, Tulsa, OK 74158
Orders & queries: 918-241-2301
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Winvelope
Author: Winvelope Software
Address: P.O. Box 1145, Jenkins, KY 41537-1145
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 606-832-2493
Queries: 606-832-2493
Products: COLOR CROSS, COLOR CROSS
Author: Cold Water Software [Gene Brown]
Address: P.O. Box 44421, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-1421
Queries: 612-946-1987
Product: MotelMAX
Author: MKM Software
Address: 2812 Ingrid Lane, Metairie, LA 70003
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 504-885-7470
Product: RPMSHARE
Author: South Pointe Software
Address: 816 Peace Portal Drive, Suite 175, P.O. Box 880,
Blaine, WA 98231-0880
Orders: 800-661-4480 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 604-538-3973
Queries: 604-538-2326
Products: RexxBase, RexxBase
Author: American Coders, LTD. [Joseph R. McVerry]
Address: POB 97462, Raleigh, NC 27624
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 919-846-2014

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741

Products: What-I-DID! for Windows, What-I-DID! for Windows


Author: Mission Critical Software [Dean L. Hiller]
Address: 14536 Island Drive, Sterling Hts, MI 48313
Orders & queries: 313-247-0394
Fax: 313-247-8444
Product: FONEFILE
Author: Business Enhancement Partnership Group
Address: 3410 F. La Sierra Ave., Suite #181, Riverside, CA
92503
Queries: 909-354-5251
Products: x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3,
x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3, x-SKED3
Author: Extensions Software Corporation
Address: 1970 Osceola Parkway #350, Kissimmee, FL 34743
Orders & queries: 407-344-3322
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 407-344-3323
Product: C-Menu/32
Author: C-Vision [Mark J. Finocchio]
Address: 5866 Via Cuesta Dr., El Paso, TX 79912-6608
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 915-833-6778
Products: QIC-BAT for CMS, QIC-BAT for CMS
Author: Command Line Software [Douglas East]
Address: 3431 Florida Dr., Loveland, CO 80538
Orders & queries: 970-667-4566
Accepts: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Product: XFile
Author: Phase 33 Digital, Inc.
Address: 1346 Remsen Rd., Medina, OH 44256
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: ProAct Contact Management, ProAct Contact Management,
ProAct Contact Management
Author: ProDomus, Inc. [Philip S. Will]
Address: 16 Owen Street, Hartford, CT 06105
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 203-236-7954
Queries: 203-233-0705
Product: Bigsort
Author: MeadowBrook Industries, Ltd.
Address: 450 Veterans Drive, Burlington, NJ 08016

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

742

Product: ViDir/ViRes File Monitor System


Author: Vahnzinn international
Address: 412 Norristown Road, Ambler, PA 19002-2737
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 215-643-6901
Product: Grafer Line Graphs for Reports
Author: Lovell's [Robert W. Lovell]
Address: 109 Amanda Drive, Anderson, SC 29621-2406
Orders & queries: 803-224-2474
Product: You're Hired!
Author: DataWell
Address: 13712 James Avenue South, Burnsville, MN 55337-4340
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 612-894-7088
Products: Shareware Tracker, Shareware Tracker, Shareware
Tracker, Shareware Tracker, Shareware Tracker, Shareware
Tracker, Shareware Tracker, Shareware Tracker, Shareware
Tracker
Author: RMH Computer Services [Richard Holler]
Address: PO Box 657, Beech Grove, IN 46107-0657
Orders & queries: 317-782-9903
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: SAB Diskette Utility
Author: Stewart A. Berman [Stewart Berman]
Address: 34 Adler Place, Suite B, Bronx, NY 10475-3901
Products: ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX,
ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX,
ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX, ZipInf VBX,
ZipInf VBX
Author: Mabry Software [James Shields]
Address: P.O. Box 31926, Seattle, WA 98103-1926
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 206-632-0272
Queries: 206-634-1443
Product: C xref
Author: DA Software
Address: 3717 Aldon Lane, Flint, MI 48506
Orders: 800-444-5457 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 313-736-0239

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

743

Products: REMInder, REMInder


Author: Michael G. Bruckner
Address: 7936 Saddle Run, Powell, OH 43065
Orders: 800-995-1605 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 614-761-2966
Product: Financial Analysis For Windows
Author: Gjetaas, Inc. [Russell C. Anderson]
Address: 7251 Mt. Baker Hwy, Deming, WA 98244
Orders & queries: 360-599-2418
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 360-599-1089
Product: WhizNotes
Author: Advanced Supprt Group, Inc. [Sanjay Kanade]
Address: 11900 Grant Place, Des Peres, MO 63131-4512
Orders: 800-788-0787 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 314-966-1833
Queries: 314-965-5630
Products: OpenHome, OpenHome
Author: Temprano Software
Address: 32 Leonardo Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065-2038
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: MAGIC SQUARES
Author: Randy A. Harris
Address: Box #265 1336, North Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
91360
Product: THE MAGIC OF THE MIND
Author: Donald E.J. Field
Address: PO Box 11, Port Elliot, 5212 S Aust AUSTRALIA

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

744

Product: Print Commander!


Author: Sorcerer Software [William Kneeland]
Address: 16311 Ventura Blvd., Suite #660, Encino, CA 91436
Orders & queries: 310-454-8900
Fax: 818-990-4432
Product: WinSecure
Author: ViewPoint Software, Inc.
Address: 20503 Yorba Linda Blvd., Ste 554, Yorba Linda, CA
92686
Orders & queries: 714-777-8362
Products: SmilerShell, SmilerShell
Author: Bardon Data Systems
Address: 1023 Key Route Blvd., Albany, CA 94706-2321
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 415-572-0620
Queries: 510-526-8470
Products: J.T.S. TIME SHEETS, J.T.S. TIME SHEETS, J.T.S. TIME
SHEETS, J.T.S. TIME SHEETS, J.T.S. TIME SHEETS, J.T.S. TIME
SHEETS
Author: Easy Software [John Turnbull]
Address: 3 Brookside Court, Prestbury Road, Macclesfield, SK10
3BR UNITED KINGDOM
Orders & queries: 01625-614669
Fax: 01625-614669
Product: WOWSpill
Author: World Of Windows Software
Address: 7112 Brookdale Court, Watauga, TX 76148

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

745

Product: Book-It
Author: Instinctive Systems Ltd
Address: 12 Alton Towers, 180 Withington Road, Manchester M16
8WA ENGLAND
Orders & queries: +44(0)161-861-0043
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: +44(0)161-861-0043
Product: ETCAI Electronics Instruction
Author: ETCAI Products [Charlie E. Ormon]
Address: P.O. Box 1046, Gautier, MS 39553
Orders & queries: 601-497-2566
Fax: 601-497-3868
Product: Universal Install
Author: The GoodSoft Co.
th
Address: 1630 30 Street, Suite 235, Boulder, CO 80301
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 303-444-0977
Queries: 303-444-5747
Product: SuperFlow
Author: Advanced Technology Group, Inc. [Herbert Chow]
th
Address: 1139 W. 25 Street, Chicago, IL 60608
Orders & queries: 312-225-8133
Fax: 312-225-8406
Products: MultiVu, MultiVu, MultiVu
Author: Ivden Technologies, Inc.
Address: 87 Arbor Road, Churchville, PA 18966-1007
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 610-328-1145
Queries: 610-328-1145
Products: Version Control & Maintenance, Version Control &
Maintenance, Version Control & Maintenance, Version Control &
Maintenance, Version Control & Maintenance, Version Control &
Maintenance, Version Control & Maintenance, Version Control &
Maintenance
Author: C & R Business Systems Ltd. [Dennis Allen]
Address: P.O. Box 8227, Grand Rapids, MI 49518-8227
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 616-281-9075
Queries: 616-281-3333

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

746

Products: ZIP Fugue (Windows), ZIP Fugue (Windows), ZIP Fugue


(Windows), ZIP Fugue (Windows)
Author: Fugue Software
Address: P.O. Box 425, Capalaba, QLD 4157 AUSTRALIA
Orders & queries: +61-7-824-2843
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: +61-7-824-2843
Product: WizManager
Author: Mijenix
Address: 6666 Odana Road, Suite 326, Madison, WI 53719
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Fax: 608-277-1971
Queries: 608-277-1971
Product: AstroFormulaCalculator 3
Author: PCSCC, Inc.
Address: P. O. Box 173, Botsford, CT 06404-0173
Orders & queries: 203-270-9079
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: PowerBBS for Windows
Author: PowerBBS Computing [Russell Frey]
Address: 35 Fox Ct.; Hicksville, NY 11801
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 516-938-0506
Product: The Dialer
Author: GRH Software [Gary Heitz]
Address: 6266 Scotthille Drive S.E., Grand Rapids, MI
49546-9608
Queries: 616-676-2270
Products: The Complete Morph, The Complete Morph
Author: Hot Wax Software [Paul D. Nettle]
Address: 7054 Foxthorn Dr., Canton, MI 48187-3073
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 313-941-9223

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

747

Product: WinOCR
Author: SoftTech
Address: 24 Rosenthal Road, London, SE6 2BY UNITED KINGDOM
Orders & queries: 071-359-0405
Fax: 071-539-0444
Product: LABELS-PLUS Labeling System
Author: GRAFTech Development Corporation
Address: P.O. Box 851228, Westland, MI 48185-6328
Orders & queries: 517-487-2780
Fax: 313-595-3180
Products: QuickDir, QuickDir
Author: SUPERWARE [Jim Olsen]
Address: PO Box 1291, Naugatuck, CT 06770
Orders: 800-847-0309 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 203-723-0014
Queries: 203-723-0014
Product: QCDRUN
Author: QUART, Inc.
Address: 2131 Hollywood Blvd. #505, Hollywood, FL 33020
Orders & queries: 305-967-6853
Fax: 305-967-6853
Product: DATA PROTECTOR
Author: PIGAS INC.
Address: 459 Columbus Ave. #314, New York, NY 10024
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: LOCATE
Author: System Solutions Company [Donald Ray Hutchins]
Address: 4409 Ansley Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27107-7671
Queries: 919-788-9656
Product: ChronoLog
Author: ComputerEase [Doug Patrick]
Address: 7204 John Elizabeth Place, Prince George, VA 23875
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Queries: 804-458-2212
Product: Simstat
Author: Provalis Research [Normand Pe'ladeau]
Address: 5000 Adam Street, Montreal, PQ, H1V 1W5 CANADA
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 514-899-1672

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Product: FINANCIAL WIZARD(tm)


Author: SilvaSoft Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 3401, Kingsport, TN 37664-2020
Orders & queries: 615-247-7551
Product: Golf Tournament Scorekeeper
Author: Home Alone Software
Address: 9630 100 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5K 0T6 CANADA
Orders: 800-995-1605 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 403-425-4404
Queries: 403-425-4404
Products: Super Macro Library for 1-2-3, Super Macro Library
for 1-2-3
Author: K.I.T.A.L. Software [Israel Kehaty]
Address: 17/1 Arbet Street, P.O. Box 748, Karmiel 20100 ISRAEL
Orders & queries: 972-498-7255
Product: SkyMap
Author: Christopher A. Marriott
Address: 9 Severn Road, Culcheth, Cheshire WA3 5ED, UNITED
KINGDOM
Orders: 800-622-2793 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 612-322-5871
Queries: 612-322-5868
Products: PHRASE.ZIP, PHRASE.ZIP
Author: Larry W Parker
Address: 2049 Bunch Way, Carson, NV 89706

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749

Products: UltiMenu, UltiMenu, UltiMenu


Author: Ron Janorkar
Address: 22 Prince Street, New York, NY 10012
Orders & queries: 212-334-1243
Fax: 212-334-1245
Products: CzarList for VBDOS, CzarList for VBDOS, CzarList for
VBDOS, CzarList for VBDOS
Author: CZAR Software [Thomas Jaeger]
Address: P.O. Box 370087, El Paso, TX 79937-0087
Orders & queries: 915-595-8787
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 915-595-0721
Product: Cash Control
Author: Pipedream Software
Address: P.O. Box 6151, Grand Forks, ND 58206-6151
Orders & queries: 701-746-0163
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Timeclock I
Author: Faught Data Systems, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 361927, Milpitas, CA 95035
Orders & queries: 800-394-4839
Accepts:
Fax: 408-263-2741
Product: SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS
Author: Randall Alaimo
Address: 851 Bell Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Products: WonderBar, WonderBar
Author: Binary Systems [Larry Pendarvis]
Address: P.O. Box 1621, Brandon, FL 33509-1621
Product: Business Base
Author: CQ Research Corp [Greg Pickwell]
rd
Address: 3242 West 23 Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6L 1P8 CANADA
Orders & queries: 604-731-5583
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 604-731-6063
Products: NFL Forecaster for Windows, NFL Forecaster for
Windows, NFL Forecaster for Windows, NFL Forecaster for Windows
Author: 100% Cotton Software
Address: RR 1 Box 1622, Hop Bottom, PA 18824
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 717-289-4019

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Product: LinguaPro/SPANISH
Author: Schulenberg and Associates, Inc. [Craig W. Schulenberg]
Address: P.O. Box 1005, Houston, TX 77251-1005
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 713-440-4444
Product: 2DO Personal Task Manager
Author: William Anderson Consulting
st
Address: 13020 N. E. 71 Court, Kirkland, WA 98033
Orders & queries: 206-828-3675
Products: Program for a Small Planet, Program for a Small
Planet, Program for a Small Planet
Author: Strat-Tech, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 1957, Milwaukee, WI 53201
Orders & queries: 800-783-9544
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: Drag and Drop Printing
Author: FLFSoft Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 306, Oak Creek, WI 53154-0306
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: Puffer, Puffer
Author: Kent Briggs
Address: 109A Romana Circle, Hewitt, TX 76643
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: Builder
Author: Aeolus Software
Address: P.O. Box 11915, St. Paul, MN 55119-0915
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 715-386-4182
Queries: 612-730-4135
Products: Variable Investment Analyst, Variable Investment
Analyst
Author: Will Baldwin
Address: 8704 Broadmoor #806, Overland Park, KS 66212
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 913-381-9109
Queries: 913-381-9109

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751

Product: MAZEMAKER for Windows


Author: Custom Real-Time Software, Inc. (CRTS)
Address: P.O. Box 1106, West Caldwell, NJ 07007
Orders & queries: 201-228-7623
Fax: 201-228-7623
Products: VPT, VPT, VPT, VPT, VPT
Author: clySmic Software
Address: PO Box 2421, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12220
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Fax: 518-458-7476
Queries: 518-438-5548
Product: FSLOGIN
Author: Confirm
Address: Ardechelaan 35, 6904 NG Zevenaar, THE NETHERLANDS
Orders: +31-8360-24988 (orders only, please)
Fax: +31-8360-41580
Product: FLUX
Author: MOONLITE Software
Address: P.O.Box 94, N. Aurora, IL 60542-0094
Products: LineDrive Fantasy Baseball, LineDrive Fantasy
Baseball, LineDrive Fantasy Baseball, LineDrive Fantasy
Baseball
Author: McS Custom Software
Address: PO Box 1032, Fortuna, CA 95540
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 707-725-6016
Products: WDN: Wipe Directory Names, WDN: Wipe Directory Names,
WDN: Wipe Directory Names, WDN: Wipe Directory Names, WDN: Wipe
Directory Names
Author: R.P.McCormick
Address: 79 Rye Street, Broad Brook, CT 06016-0079
Product: Vision Edit
Author: Andrzej Brzezinski
Address: P.O. Box 2657, Winnipeg Manitoba, R3C 4B3 CANADA
Orders & queries: 204-943-4020
Products: Windev - Windows NT Developer, Windev - Windows NT
Developer
Author: Helios Software Solutions
Address: Carr Brook House, Chorley Old Road, Brindle, Chorley,
Lancs. PR6 7QZ UNITED KINGDOM
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: (0772)-324353
Queries: (0772)-324353

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Products: THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-WINDOWS, THE FEELING'S MUTUALWINDOWS, THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-WINDOWS
Author: Interpretive Software Inc. [Stu James]
Address: 1932 Arlington Blvd, Suites 107-109, Charlottesville,
VA 22903
Orders: 800-746-8587 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 804-979-2454
Queries: 804-979-0245
Products: Word Rescue #1, Word Rescue #1, Word Rescue #1
Author: Redwood Games
Address: P.O. Box 892, Mendocino, CA 95460
Orders & queries: 707-937-3320
Product: Above & Beyond
Author: 1Soft Corp.
Address: PO Box 1320, Middletown, CA 95461
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 707-987-3150
Queries: 707-987-0256
Product: QRead
Author: DS Products [Daniel Scavezze]
Address: P.O. Box 342, Westford, MA 01886
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 508-250-1351
Products: XMENU, XMENU
Author: David M. Dibble
Address: 5388 Dahlia Lane, Riverside, CA 92507
Products: A Project/Event Planner, A Project/Event Planner
Author: Sapphire Software Inc.
Address: 6650 Hawaii Kai Drive, Suite 219, Honolulu, HI 96825
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 808-395-5587

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

753

Product: ZIPPER Payroll


Author: SOFTCRAFT [Ed Protas]
nd
Address: 3612 122 Place SE, Everett, WA 98208
Orders & queries: 206-728-8427
Fax: 206-337-1842
Products: QuickTax (tm) Planner/Estimator, QuickTax (tm)
Planner/Estimator
Author: Bates Engineering/Software
Address: 2742 Swansboro Road, Placerville, CA 95667
Orders & queries: 916-622-1886
Fax: 916-622-1886
Product: HortMan
Author: Sunrise Software
Address: 4821 Clydelle Ave., San Jose, CA 95124
Queries: 408-377-0703
Product: Treasure Hunt Math
Author: Adventure LearningWare
Address: 5667 Snell Ave. #236, San Jose, CA 95123
Orders: 800-829-5519 (orders only, please)
Fax: 408-224-4455
Queries: 408-224-5519
Product: ColorDOS
Author: KroTek Electronics
Address: 1214 Riverside Dr., Unit 317, Timmins, Ontario P4R
1A4 CANADA
Orders & queries: 705-268-7352
Product: Track-It
Author: Millennium Software
Address: PO Box 2209, Dublin, CA 94568
Orders & queries: 510-828-5892
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Judy's TenKey
Author: Judy's Applications [Daniel E. Stickel]
Address: 2464 El Camino Real, Suite #125, Santa Clara, CA
95051
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 408-244-0744
Products: Oil Baron, Oil Baron, Oil Baron
Author: Al Funk
Address: 42 Parkwyn Dr., Delmar, NY 12054

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754

Product: TimeCapture
Author: Versatile Software Solutions, Inc.
Address: PO Box 147, Fairborn, OH 45324
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Queries: 513-878-0315
Product: CodeLister
Author: Malcolm D. McDowell
Address: 85 Halley St., Nepean, Ontario K2J 3R5 CANADA
Orders & queries: 613-825-8593
Products: WinUpD8R, WinUpD8R, WinUpD8R, WinUpD8R, WinUpD8R
Author: Open Windows [Richard W. Bryant]
Address: PO Box 49746, Colorado Springs, CO 80949-9746
Orders: 800-531-0403 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 800-531-0403
Queries: 719-531-0403
Products: The Letterhead Kit/Win, The Letterhead Kit/Win, The
Letterhead Kit/Win, The Letterhead Kit/Win, The Letterhead Kit/
Win, The Letterhead Kit/Win
Author: Science Translations Software Services [Jerry Stern]
Address: PO Box 20234, Baltimore, MD 21284-0234
Orders & queries: 410-661-2224
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 410-661-2224
Products: WinProof, WinProof
Author: Intellect Systems
Address: P.O. Box 58213, Renton, WA 98058
Orders & queries: 206-226-0429
Product: From Scratch recipe processor
Author: Desktop Solutions [Frank Imburgio]
Address: 26 Cecily Lane, Commack, NY 11725
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 516-493-3422
Queries: 516-493-3422
Products: VB-Dial, VB-Dial
Author: Unique Software Productions
Address: Box 1337, Bellflower, CA 90706
Orders & queries: 310-866-1932
Product: Portfolio Manager
Author: Shane Software International [Steven C. Hane]
th
Address: 107 17 Court, Sequim, WA 98382-9350
Orders: 800-742-6303 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 206-681-2402

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

755

Product: Grocery Manager for Windows


Author: Absolute Value Software
Address: 4325 SW Stoddard Dr., Aloha, OR 97007
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: Hebrew Edit
Author: Right to Left Software
Address: 3332 Yonge Street, #94034, Toronto Ont. M4N-3R1
CANADA
Orders & queries: 416-489-7440
Fax: 416-489-6654
Products: PC-Vault Plus, PC-Vault Plus
Author: Johnson Computer Systems, Inc.
Address: 20 Dinwiddie Place, Newport News, VA 23602
Orders & queries: 804-872-9583
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 804-874-8090
Products: RTAG, RTAG, RTAG
Author: Phillip H. Sherrod
Address: 4410 Gerald Place, Nashville, TN 37205-3806
Orders & queries: 615-292-2881
Product: Fixed Asset Pro
Author: HammerSoft, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 205, Kansas, OH 44841
Orders & queries: 419-986-6007
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 419-986-6007
Products: TMC Calendar & Phone Book, TMC Calendar & Phone Book,
TMC Calendar & Phone Book
Author: Specific Applications Software [Timothy W. Carlson]
Address: P.O. Box 6146, Minneapolis, MN 55406-0146
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Queries: 612-722-9659
Products: ROLLCALL.DBMS, ROLLCALL.DBMS, ROLLCALL.DBMS,
ROLLCALL.DBMS, ROLLCALL.DBMS, ROLLCALL.DBMS, ROLLCALL.DBMS,
ROLLCALL.DBMS
Author: PC-DSD
Address: P.O.Box 57621, Los Angeles, CA 90057
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Fax: 213-388-1481
Queries: 800-427-8123

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

756

Product: Edwin Basic Math Add/Subtract


Author: Edwin Educational Software
Address: 717 E. Jericho Turnpike, Suite 105, Huntington
Station, NY 11746
Orders & queries: 516-423-3817
Product: NETWORK QUOTABLES
Author: Greg Bixby
Address: 29550 Highmeadow, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Orders & queries: 313-737-9406
Product: DR. FORM
Author: IrwinWare [Russ Irwin]
Address: 113 Beechmont Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15229
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 412-931-8442
Queries: 412-931-9577
Products: PUBLIC ACCESS(tm), PUBLIC ACCESS(tm)
Author: IN/QUEST, LLC [Jim Turner]
Address: 3140 South Peoria St, K-200, Aurora, CO 80014-3155
Orders & queries: 303-671-0800
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 303-688-0188
Product: Bingo Text Editor
Author: Sunderland Software
Address: PO Box 2563, Columbia, MD 21045
Orders & queries: 410-379-9019
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Power
Author: Byte O'Software
Address: P.O. Box 283, Sterling, VA 20167
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Fax: 713-524-6398
Products: Vending Machine, Vending Machine, Vending Machine,
Vending Machine, Vending Machine
Author: Lincoln Beach Software [Harold Holmes]
Address: PO Box 1554, Ballwin, MO 63022-1554
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 314-861-1500
Queries: 314-861-1500
Product: Home Plan
Author: Home Plan [Chuck Herndon]
Address: 6890 Rimrock Valley Rd., Mountain Ranch, CA 95246
Orders: 800-671-7526 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 209-754-3737
Queries: 209-754-4891

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Products: MATH CHALLENGE, MATH CHALLENGE


Author: Just For Me Software, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 531, Novi, MI 48376
Queries: 810-348-6697
Product: BCM Menu System
Author: BCM Software [Brad May]
Address: P.O.Box 267, Taylor, MI 48180-0267
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 313-292-6097
Products: KAPIAN : Chinese Flash Cards, KAPIAN : Chinese Flash
Cards
Author: Selfhelp Software [Phil Mosier]
Address: 2728 Bridgeford Drive, Sacramento, CA 95833
Orders & queries: 916-927-2602
Products: Thelma's SpellPlus, Thelma's SpellPlus, Thelma's
SpellPlus
Author: Timpanogos Software [Douglas Campbell]
Address: 758 East 100 North, Orem, UT 84057-4910
Orders & queries: 801-223-9055
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 801-225-5212
Product: Daily Log Book
Author: Sequential Software, Inc. [John Haynes]
Address: P.O. Box 53, Somerset, KY 42502-0053
Orders & queries: 606-423-5454
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Pulsar for Windows
Author: Tesserax Information Systems
Address: 18022 Starmont Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92649-4845
Orders & queries: 714-840-8822
Fax: 714-840-8822
Product: XYSee
Author: Insight Advantage
Address: 4509 Yellowleaf Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76133
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 817-346-9116

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758

Products: ProWindows LITE for QuickBASIC, ProWindows LITE for


QuickBASIC
Author: DSE Software Publishing
Address: Post Office Box 96
Orders & queries: 707-459-4358
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: Teleshare/DOS Remote Access, Teleshare/DOS Remote
Access, Teleshare/DOS Remote Access, Teleshare/DOS Remote
Access
Author: P. C. Softsmith [Vic Williams]
Address: 606 6455 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5H 4E4 CANADA
Orders & queries: 604-433-5189
Product: CODE-A-LINE
Author: Optimax Corporation
Address: P.O. Box 25447, Chicago, IL 60625-9998
Fax: 312-561-6363
Queries: 312-561-6363
Product: QBALL
Author: Benjamin W. Hartley
Address: Forest Park Estates #103, Jaffrey, NH 03452
Products: STEENBURGH's STUFF, STEENBURGH's STUFF, STEENBURGH's
STUFF, STEENBURGH's STUFF, STEENBURGH's STUFF
Author: Tay-Jee Software [Chuck Steenburgh]
Address: P.O. Box 835, Lexington, VA 24450
Fax: 703-261-7023
Queries: 703-261-7023
Products: WatchDog, WatchDog
Author: Software & Consulting [Ernest Vogelsinger]
Address: A-1130 Vienna, Hietzinger Hauptstrasse 40 c, AUSTRIA
Orders & queries: +43-1-876-46-090
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: +43-1-876-46-094
Products: PC-Fortune, PC-Fortune, PC-Fortune, PC-Fortune
Author: JAYAR Systems
Address: 253 College Street, Suite 263, Toronto, Ontario,
CANADA M5T 1R5
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 416-751-5678
Product: DiskMan for Windows
Author: Diskmaster Software
Address: 8506 Timber Hill Court, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 410-418-8825

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759

Products: O.R.B.Y., O.R.B.Y., O.R.B.Y.


Author: Able Art Software [Al Walters]
Address: P.O. Box 964, Nelson, B.C. V1L 6A5 CANADA
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 604-229-4766
Product: EnVision Publisher
Author: Software Vision Corporation
Address: P.O. Box 1734, Pinellas Park, FL 34664-1734
Orders: 800-388-8474 (orders only, please)
Queries: 813-545-4354
Products: SpeedBack, SpeedBack, SpeedBack
Author: MicroTools Inc [Robert J. Japenga]
Address: 714 Hopmeadow St, Suite 14, PO Box 624, Simsbury, CT
06070
Orders & queries: 203-651-6170
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 203-651-0019
Product: Code.Print for Visual Basic
Author: Caladonia Systems, inc.
Address: PO Box 1954, Tacoma, WA 98401-1954
Orders: 206-729-2325 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 206-759-2342
Queries: 206-759-2325
Products: WinNET Mail for MS Windows, WinNET Mail for MS
Windows
Author: COMPUTER WITCHCRAFT, INC.
Address: 330F Distillery Commons, Louisville, KY 40206
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 502-589-7300
Queries: 502-589-6800
Products: QENV, QENV
Author: Annette Cuomo
Address: 3751 Durango St., Chino, CA 91710
Orders & queries: 909-591-4956
Product: SCBA Trak
Author: Raymond A.J. Pesek
Address: 4706 Cottonwood Lane, Brunswick, OH 44212-2412
Queries: 216-225-0248
Product: BIBLOGIC
Author: Biblogic Computer Services [Steve Champion]
Address: PO Box 1424, Thousand Oaks, CA 91358-0424
Fax: 805-493-0364

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760

Products: Marnav, Marnav, Marnav


Author: C & E Associates [Edward J. Panner]
Address: 119 Placid Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919
Orders: 813-482-5863 (orders only, please)
Products: RR, RR, RR, RR, RR, RR, RR
Author: Feico Nater Shareware
Address: Beukweg 24, 7556 DE Hengelo Ov, NETHERLAND
Orders & queries: 31-74-438373
Fax: 31-74-438373
Product: ToolBOX
Author: The Binary Toolshed [Roy Anderson]
Address: 388 Deerview Drive SE, Calgary, Alberta T2J 5Y2
CANADA
Orders & queries: 403-225-2663
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 403-271-5732
Products: WALL STREET RAIDER, WALL STREET RAIDER
Author: RONIN Software
Address: 3020 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd. S.E., Suite #36, Issaquah,
WA 98027-7255
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 206-391-4036

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761

Product: Wssindex
Author: WSS Division of DDC [Robert W. Babcock]
Address: 4 Reeves Road, Bedford, MA 01730
Orders & queries: 617-275-1183
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Chartist(tm)
Author: Novagraph, Inc.
Address: PO Box 850115, Richardson, TX 75085
Orders & queries: 214-231-2169
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 214-235-0607
Products: RESTAURANT COST CONTROL, RESTAURANT COST CONTROL,
RESTAURANT COST CONTROL
Author: First Step Software [Larry Larsen]
Address: 4839 Burlington, Boise, ID 83704
Orders & queries: 208-376-4411
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 208-376-4411
Products: TASK MASTER, TASK MASTER, TASK MASTER
Author: RKS Software, Inc. [Robert K. Summers]
Address: 3820 N. Dittmar Road, Arlington, VA 22207-4565
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 703-534-4358
Queries: 703-534-1726
Products: PocketD Plus, PocketD Plus
Author: PocketWare [Jeff Rollason]
Address: Box 2369, Hendon, London, NW4 1NR ENGLAND
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: +44-81-203-3731
Products: ULTIMATE GIN, ULTIMATE GIN, ULTIMATE GIN, ULTIMATE
GIN
Author: Accidental Software
Address: 13245 Skiomah Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308
Orders & queries: 619-247-2804
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: SkyGlobe, SkyGlobe
Author: KlassM Software, Inc.
Address: PO BOX 1067, Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Orders: 800-968-4994 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 313-426-5533

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Product: Vehicle Costs


Author: Graham Ferguson
Address: 3 Cristata Ave, Endeavour Hills, Vic. 3802 AUSTRALIA
Orders & queries: +61-3-700-3764
Products: SNAKE, SNAKE, SNAKE, SNAKE, SNAKE
Author: Chatfield Software, Inc. [Hale Chatfield]
Address: P.O. Box 115, Hiram, OH 44234-0115
Orders: 800-645-8806 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 216-569-5449
Queries: 216-632-5447
Product: GradeBook for Windows
Author: R&R EdWare [Russell Stevens]
Address: 5191 Pine Grove Dr., Spruce, MI 48762
Orders: 800-727-2065 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 517-727-2066
Product: Snooper
Author: Vias and Associates
Address: PO Box 470805, San Francisco, CA 94147-0805
Orders: 800-332-8234 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 415-922-3197
Queries: 415-921-6262
Product: 4FILES
Author: Hand-Crafted Software [Larry T. Edwards]
Address: Box 6001, Sitka, AK 99835
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 907-747-4801
Queries: 907-747-8996
Products: Textshot, Textshot
Author: McAdams Associates [Craig McAdams]
Address: P.O. Box 835505, Richardson, TX 75083-5505
Queries: 214-239-9646
Products: TRAINER, TRAINER
Author: Nine-Patch Software [Richard A. Hart, PhD]
Address: 315 South Alco Avenue, Maryville, MO 64468-2033
Orders & queries: 816-582-8589
Products: PS-SLEEVE, PS-SLEEVE, PS-SLEEVE, PS-SLEEVE, PS-SLEEVE
Author: JMJ Software
Address: 5000 Valley Stream Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
Orders & queries: 704-525-1472
Products: PCX2PCL, PCX2PCL, PCX2PCL, PCX2PCL
Author: TAXWARE [Neil W. Taylor]
Address: PO Box 2014, Provo, UT 84603-2014

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763

Products: NeMenu, NeMenu


Author: Just-In-Time Computing Services [John C. Skurka]
Address: P.O. Box 4166
Orders & queries: 607-539-6609
Accepts:
Fax: 607-539-6609
Product: Super Stuff Utilities
Author: Super Tools [Joseph A. Herrera]
Address: P.O. Box 866125, Plano, TX 75086-6125
Queries: 817-382-7585
Product: CALC_JNC
Author: James N. Cox
Address: 418 Erie Avenue, Quakertown, PA 18951-1309
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 215-538-7363
Product: SAFEPACK
Author: D J Harvey Software
Address: PO Box 14, Cardiff CF4 6XW, UNITED KINGDOM
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: +44-222-743029
Product: GammaCAD
Author: Gamma Software
Address: P.O. Box 8191, Fort Collins, CO 80526
Orders: 800-747-9960 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 303-490-2928
Queries: 303-490-2928
Products: Cumberland Story, Cumberland Story, Cumberland Story
Author: Cumberland Family Software [Ira J. Lund]
Address: 385 Idaho Springs Road, Clarksville, TN 37043
Orders & queries: 615-647-4012
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: PC-TRACK, PC-TRACK, PC-TRACK
Author: Acme Workshops
Address: 9920 S. Palmer Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344
Queries: 513-878-6030
Products: RideMatch, RideMatch
Author: Paradise Programming [Chris M. Davies]
th
Address: 3805 85 Ave N.W., Olympia, WA 98502
Queries: 206-866-3781
Products: NAMEBASE, NAMEBASE
Author: Elk Creek Software [Michael J. Paulick]
Address: PO Box 935, Conifer, CO 80433-0935
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)

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764

Product: Tolman Dental Program


Author: Peter T. Smith D.D.S.
Address: 455 Neighborhood Rd.
Orders & queries: 516-281-5544
Product: PrintEnvelope
Author: Maurer Associates [T. Scott Maurer]
Address: 7324 Native Oak Drive, Irving, TX 75063-8405
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 214-506-0670
Queries: 214-432-0700
Products: HandyDOS, HandyDOS, HandyDOS, HandyDOS, HandyDOS
Author: Abri Technologies, Inc.
Address: HC 62, Box 100K, Great Cacapon, WV 25422
Orders: 304-947-7129 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 304-947-7628
Products: Enigmacross, Enigmacross, Enigmacross
Author: CROSSDOWN [Sam Bellotto Jr.]
Address: 133 Akron St., Rochester, NY 14609-7618
Orders & queries: 716-482-8092
Product: ClipMate for Windows
Author: Thornton Software Solutions
Address: P.O. Box 26263, Rochester, NY 14626
Orders & queries: 716-227-6505
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 716-227-1145
Product: CD-ROM Guide
Author: Save the Planet Software [Roger & Kathy Cox]
Address: P.O. Box 45, Pitkin, CO 81241
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 303-641-5035
Products: WinCharging, WinCharging, WinCharging, WinCharging,
WinCharging, WinCharging, WinCharging, WinCharging
Author: My Little Realm Enterprises
Address: 22 Church Street #103, Suite 376, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 201-529-8318

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765

Product: XED
Author: David L. Dight
Address: P.O. Box 280, Kings Cross, New South Wales 2011
AUSTRALIA
Orders & queries: +61-2-3314521
Accepts:
Fax: +61-2-2339393
Products: Me & My Metabolism, Me & My Metabolism, Me & My
Metabolism
Author: MoonStone Software
Address: 6 Herrada Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 505-982-7251
Product: METRIC-X
Author: Orion Development Corporation [Richard Long]
Address: P. O. Box 2323, Merrifield, VA 22116-2323
Orders: 800-992-8170 (orders only, please)
Fax: 703-802-0089
Queries: 703-802-0088
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Author: ACK Software [Allen C. Kempe]
Address: 298 W. Audubon Drive, Shepherdsville, KY 40165-8836
Orders & queries: 502-955-7527
Fax: 502-580-8980
Products: Jewel Thief, Jewel Thief
Author: ServantWare [Paul Ligeski]
Address: 1689 Sheffield, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Orders: 800-444-5457 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 317-286-3182
Products: On This Day for Windows, On This Day for Windows, On
This Day for Windows
Author: The Software Construction Co.
Address: PO Box 160, North Billerica, MA 01862-0160
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 508-851-6204

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

766

Product: PC Chart
Author: Guru Systems Ltd. [Gene Quong]
Address: 3873 Airport Way, Box 9754, Bellingham, WA 98227
Orders & queries: 604-299-1010
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 604-299-1099
Products: TROOP TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER, TROOP
TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER, TROOP
TRACKER, TROOP TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting
Address: 3211/2 Gorman Avenue, Laurel, MD 20707-4707
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Fax: 301-490-4168
Queries: 301-490-7104
Product: DEXTER Text Editor
Author: FAGERLUND CONSULTING
Address: Lonsdale West Postal Outlet, Box 54053, North
Vancouver, B.C., CANADA, V7M 3L5
Orders & queries: 604-984-7330
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Lotto Thunder (PICK-6 Version)
Author: Charles P.Staats
Address: P.O. Box 29151, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Product: MAPIT
Author: Allison Software [John B. Allison]
Address: 166 Shady Lane, Apollo, PA 15613
Orders & queries: 412-727-2198
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: $mart Gambler, $mart Gambler
Author: PC Information Systems [Roy Schoenbeck]
Address: 310 Rue de La Lavanda, Sparks, NV 89434-9524
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 702-342-0376
Products: Sloop Manager, Sloop Manager, Sloop Manager, Sloop
Manager
Author: Sloop Software
Address: 6457 Mesedge Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Fax: 719-260-0433
Queries: 719-260-0433

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

767

Product: CMFiler
Author: NoVaSoft
Address: 3239 Riverview Dr., Triangle, VA 22172
Orders & queries: 703-221-1833
Products: WinEdit Standard, WinEdit Standard, WinEdit Standard,
WinEdit Standard, WinEdit Standard, WinEdit Standard, WinEdit
Standard, WinEdit Standard, WinEdit Standard
Author: Wilson WindowWare, Inc. [Morrie Wilson]
Address: Suite 212, 2701 California Ave. SW, Seattle, WA 98116
Orders: 800-762-8383 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 206-935-7129
Queries: 206-938-1740
Products: XPENS, XPENS
Author: Richard A. Williams
Address: P.O. Box 1311, Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 713-524-6398
Queries: 815-455-6333
Products: Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP
Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP
Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP
Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP
Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP
Test, Your ESP Test, Your ESP Test
Author: R.K. West Consulting [Rosemary K. West]
Address: P.O. Box 8059, Mission Hills, CA 91346
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 818-366-1737
Products: XDIR, XDIR, XDIR, XDIR
Author: XD Systems [Iram J. Weinstein]
Address: 1014 Shipman Lane, McLean, VA 22101
Orders & queries: 703-821-3215
Product: SwimBase
Author: Words to Go
Address: 2710 Apple Way, Dunkirk, MD 20754
Orders & queries: 301-855-6427
Products: PC-ECAP, PC-ECAP
Author: Circuit Systems
Address: 418 Church Road, Sicklerville, NJ 08081-1727
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 609-875-5433

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

768

Products: Professional Capture Systems, Professional Capture


Systems, Professional Capture Systems, Professional Capture
Systems
Author: JASC, Inc.
Address: PO Box 44997, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Orders: 800-622-2793 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 612-930-9172
Queries: 612-930-9171
Products: Video Librarian, Video Librarian, Video Librarian,
Video Librarian
Author: TurboSystemsCo [Lemuel D. Turner]
Address: P.O. Box 965368, Marietta, GA 30066
Orders: 800-257-7221 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 404-591-4988
Queries: 404-516-8575
Products: OMS (Organizational Mgmt System, OMS (Organizational
Mgmt System
Author: Torbert Data Systems, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 9218, Chesapeake, VA 23321
Orders & queries: 804-488-5506
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 804-488-8630
Products: ZiPaper, ZiPaper, ZiPaper, ZiPaper
Author: Daniel Thomas
Address: 2301 North Huron Circle, Placentia, CA 92670
Queries: 714-524-5625
Products: dtSearch for Windows, dtSearch for Windows
Author: DT Software, Inc.
Address: 2101 Crystal Plaza Arcade, Suite 231, Arlington, VA
22202
Orders: 800-788-0787 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Fax: 314-966-1833
Queries: 703-521-9427
Products: MAZE3, MAZE3
Author: Stiller Research [Wolfgang Stiller]
Address: 2625 Ridgeway St., Tallahassee, FL 32310
Orders: 800-788-0787 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 904-575-7884
Queries: 904-574-0920

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

769

Product: Brother's Keeper


Author: John Steed
Address: 6907 Childsdale, Rockford, MI 49341
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 616-866-3345
Product: CashMaster
Author: Contractor Information Systems, Inc. [Seymour Halpern
and Tom Sollas, III]
Address: P O Box 1028, Toms River, NJ 08754-1028
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 908-288-1504
Queries: 908-288-1502
Products: Volcano Hunter, Volcano Hunter, Volcano Hunter,
Volcano Hunter
Author: Informative Technologies
Address: 1718 M Street NW, Suite 292, Washington, DC,
20036-4504
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Fax: 202-676-4529
Queries: 202-675-4528
Product: Recon
Author: Amdox Corp. [Orest Skrypuch]
Address: 217 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, ON N3R 1G8 CANADA
Orders: 519-752-5453 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 519-753-7867
Products: WDiff, WDiff, WDiff, WDiff
Author: C.Sitte Softwaretechnik [Chris Sitte]
Address: A-5322 Hof 320, AUSTRIA
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: TUTOR.COM, TUTOR.COM, TUTOR.COM
Author: Computer Knowledge
Address: PO Box 91176, Los Angeles, CA 90009-1176
Products: STACKEY, STACKEY
Author: CTRLALT Associates
Address: Suite 133, 260 South Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
Orders: 800-788-0787 (orders only, please)
Fax: 314-966-1833
Product: EDDY (EDit DirectorY)
Author: ScofWare Associates [John Scofield]
th
Address: 117 W. Harrison Bldg., 6 floor, Suite S-678,
Chicago, IL 60605
Accepts:

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770

Product: BakupWiz
Author: PCX
Address: 3525 Del Mar Heights Rd, Ste 313, San Diego, CA 92130
Orders & queries: 619-259-9797
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 619-481-6474
Product: PC-FOOD II FOOD COSTING
Author: SCHRECK SOFTWARE
Address: 1420 Interlachen Circle, Woodbury, MN 55125
Orders & queries: 612-731-6822
Product: Time is Money
Author: Custom Data Solutions [Martin Schiff]
Address: 248 Wood Lake Drive, Maitland, FL 32751
Orders & queries: 407-767-9278
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller,
Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller,
Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller, Zpeller
Author: Unicorn Software Limited [Charles P. Schell IV]
Address: P.O. Box 117, Knob Noster, MO 65336-0117
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 816-429-3558
Queries: 816-429-3558
Products: DISK SPOOL II, DISK SPOOL II
Author: Budget Software Company [Mike Samuels]
Address: P.O. Box 621534, Littleton, CO 80162
Orders & queries: 303-932-1705
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 303-932-0336
Product: BOOT.SYS
Author: Salvisberg Software & Consulting [Hans Salvisberg]
Address: Bellevuestr. 18, CH-3095 Berne, SWITZERLAND
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: +41-31-972-42-10

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

771

Products: U.S. Geography Tutor, U.S. Geography Tutor, U.S.


Geography Tutor, U.S. Geography Tutor
Author: On-Target Software [Michael Russo]
Address: P.O. Box 17355, Irvine, CA 92714
Orders & queries: 415-474-9973
Fax: 415-474-9307
Products: Personal Hotnet, Personal Hotnet, Personal Hotnet
Author: Robichaux and Associates [Joey Robichaux]
Address: PO Box 842621, Houston, TX 77284-2621
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Queries: 713-463-7452
Products: WINPAK #1, WINPAK #1, WINPAK #1, WINPAK #1, WINPAK
#1, WINPAK #1
Author: Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 748, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Orders: 800-959-7477 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 401-767-3108
Queries: 401-767-3106
Product: VAR Grade
Author: VARed Software
Address: 1490 Calle Fidelidad, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-6819
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Queries: 805-523-7546
Products: 4OS2, 4OS2, 4OS2
Author: JP Software Inc.
Address: PO Box 1470, E. Arlington, MA 02174
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 617-646-0904
Queries: 617-646-3975
Products: Ravitz Editor, Ravitz Editor, Ravitz Editor
Author: Ravitz Software Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 25068, Lexington, KY 40524-5068
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 606-268-0577
Product: WinGraph
Author: XWare, Inc.
Address: 850 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1101, New York, NY 10019
Orders & queries: 212-262-4481
Product: Checkbook Management Program
Author: M. P. Data
Address: 113 Foxport Dr., Kingsport, TN 37664-5626
Queries: 615-349-7744

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

772

Products: Simply Labels, Simply Labels, Simply Labels


Author: SimpleWare [Robert E. Pitcher]
Address: 34 Earle Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NF A2B 1E9
CANADA
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 709-489-9558
Products: Stowaway True Archival System, Stowaway True Archival
System, Stowaway True Archival System, Stowaway True Archival
System, Stowaway True Archival System, Stowaway True Archival
System, Stowaway True Archival System, Stowaway True Archival
System, Stowaway True Archival System, Stowaway True Archival
System, Stowaway True Archival System
Author: Patri-Soft [Norm Patriquin]
Address: 5225 Canyon Crest Dr., Suite 71-358, Riverside, CA
92507
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 909-352-1527
Queries: 909-352-2820
Products: Layout, Layout, Layout, Layout
Author: Software Co-op
Address: 5437 Honey Manor Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46241
Orders & queries: 317-856-6052
Fax: 317-856-2086
Products: Tikler, Tikler, Tikler, Tikler, Tikler, Tikler,
Tikler
Author: Olsen Outdoors [Richard A. Olsen]
Address: 68 Hartwell Avenue, Littleton, MA 01460
Orders & queries: 508-486-3985
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: WINWHEEL, WINWHEEL, WINWHEEL, WINWHEEL
Author: WHEEL Games [Russell Mueller]
Address: 507 Washington Gdns, Washington, NJ 07882-9205
Product: The Window BOSS & Data Clerk
Author: Star Guidance Consulting, Inc. [Philip A. Mongelluzzo]
Address: 273 Windy Drive, Waterbury, CT 06705
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 203-755-8842
Queries: 203-574-2449

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

773

Products: PCINV, PCINV, PCINV, PCINV, PCINV


Author: Medlin Accounting Shareware
Address: 1461 Sproul Avenue, Napa, CA 94559
Orders & queries: 707-255-4475
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 707-255-9266
Product: COM-AND
Author: CABER Software
Address: P.O. Box 3607 MDSE MART, Chicago, IL 60657-0607
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 312-477-0925
Queries: 310-439-6104
Product: MegaHost
Author: ASCII Computer Enterprises [Don Mankin]
Address: 231 Market Place #353, San Ramon, CA 94583
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: WinZip, WinZip
Author: Nico Mak Computing, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 919, Bristol, CT 06011-0919
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: Windows Lotto, Windows Lotto
Author: Data Solutions
Address: 1529 Thistledown Drive, Brandon, FL 33510-2069
Orders: 800-783-8934 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 813-653-3093
Queries: 813-653-3093
Products: 4Print/4Book Windows, 4Print/4Book Windows
Author: Korenthal Associates, Inc.
Address: 511 Ave. of the Americas #400, New York, NY 10011
Orders: 800-KA-PROGS (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 212-242-2599
Queries: 212-242-1790
Product: FPLAN-KWIK Financial&Retire Pln
Author: First Financial Software [Ron Kline, CFP, MBA]
Address: P.O. Box 592967, Orlando, FL 32859-2967
Orders & queries: 800-736-4920
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: WHATS-UP, WHATS-UP, WHATS-UP, WHATS-UP, WHATS-UP
Author: Software for Amateur Radio
Address: P.O. Box 3419, Silver Spring, MD 20918
Queries: 301-593-6136

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

774

Products: StarFlic, StarFlic, StarFlic, StarFlic, StarFlic


Author: TRIUS, Inc. [David Schulz/Paris Karahalios]
Address: P.O. BOX 249, N. Andover, MA 01845-0249
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 508-688-6381
Queries: 508-794-9377
Products: Crossword Creator, Crossword Creator, Crossword
Creator
Author: PC HELP-LINE
Address: 35250 Silver Leaf Circle, Yucaipa, CA 92399
Orders & queries: 909-797-3091
Fax: 909-797-3091
Products: DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME &
BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING, DAYO TIME & BILLING
Author: TJS LAB, Inc.
Address: 5104 N. Orange Blossom Trail, #200, Orlando, FL 32810
Orders: 800-525-3296 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 407-295-2171
Queries: 407-291-3960
Products: ZIPKEY, ZIPKEY, ZIPKEY
Author: Eric Isaacson Software
Address: 416 E. University Ave., Bloomington, IN 47401-4739
Orders & queries: 812-339-1811
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Products: Total Investor for Symphony, Total Investor for
Symphony, Total Investor for Symphony
Author: Hughes Financial Services
Address: 2 West Hanover Avenue, Suite 212, Randolph, NJ 07869
Orders & queries: 201-895-5665
Fax: 201-895-5525
Product: Bottom Line Accounting
Author: WindSoft International, Inc. [Van B. Hooper, III]
Address: P.O. Box 590006, Orlando, FL 32859-0006
Orders: 800-542-4405 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 407-240-2323
Queries: 407-240-2300

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775

Product: WinPost
Author: Eastern Mountain Software
Address: P.O. Box 6394, Bellevue, WA 98008
Queries: 206-391-3483
Products: Scholar Utilities, Scholar Utilities
Author: Hawk Software
Address: PO Box 3961, Regina, SK, S4P 3R9 CANADA
Orders & queries: 306-543-8899
Fax: 306-545-0210
Products: SEE (File Viewer), SEE (File Viewer), SEE (File
Viewer), SEE (File Viewer), SEE (File Viewer), SEE (File
Viewer), SEE (File Viewer), SEE (File Viewer), SEE (File
Viewer), SEE (File Viewer)
Author: MicroFox Company [Jim Hass]
Address: 3310 Fox Run, PO Box 447, Richfield, OH 44286-0447
Orders & queries: 216-659-9489
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 216-659-9489
Products: LQ, LQ
Author: Granny's Old-Fashioned Software
Address: 297 Camp Rock Road, Boone, NC 28607
Orders & queries: 704-264-6906
Fax: 704-264-4634
Product: PowerBatch
Author: CSD, Inc.
Address: 4437 Ormond Trace, Marietta, GA 30066
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 404-926-9590
Queries: 404-926-9565
Products: the last word, the last word, the last word
Author: Bit Masons Consulting [Gordon Haff]
Address: 3205 Windsor Ridge Dr., Westboro, MA 01581
Orders & queries: 508-898-3321
Products: VIEW_MAN, VIEW_MAN, VIEW_MAN, VIEW_MAN, VIEW_MAN,
VIEW_MAN, VIEW_MAN
Author: MicroMetric [David Groome]
Address: 98 Dade Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34232-1609
Orders: 800-929-0184 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Fax: 813-377-2091
Queries: 813-377-2515

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

776

Product: Flu_Shot+
Author: Software Concepts Design
Address: Virus Acres, New Kingston, NY 12459
Orders & queries: 914-586-2023
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 914-586-2025
Product: ToolDriver
Author: ConVal Software, Inc.
Address: 11607 E. Butter Creek Rd., Moorpark, CA 93021
Orders & queries: 805-529-6847
Fax: 805-529-4314
Product: Touch Type Tutor for Windows
Author: Gray Design Associates
Address: PO Box 333, Northboro, MA 01532
Orders: 800-2424-PSL (orders only, please)
Product: BlackJack!
Author: Glencoe Computing [Donald L. Granger]
Address: 2025 Wakefield Lake, Glencoe, MO 63038-1404
Orders & queries: 314-458-2863
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: Over_LAZ PS, Over_LAZ PS, Over_LAZ PS, Over_LAZ PS,
Over_LAZ PS, Over_LAZ PS
Author: Herne Data Systems Ltd
Address: PO Box 250, Tiverton, Ontario, CANADA N0G 2T0
Orders & queries: 519-366-2732
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 519-366-2732
Product: HDTEST
Author: Computer Counselors, Inc.
Address: 1515 West Montgomery Avenue, Rosemont, PA 19010
Queries: 215-527-4408
Products: QFont, QFont
Author: Jamestown Software
Address: 2508 Valley Forge Drive, Madison, WI 53719
Orders & queries: 608-271-2090
Product: ACCU Music System
Author: Kevin J. Fischer
Address: 16878 Saint James Drive, Poway, CA 92064-1137

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

777

Products: Personal Time Card, Personal Time Card, Personal Time


Card, Personal Time Card, Personal Time Card, Personal Time
Card
Author: Fischer Grafix & Software
Address: P.O. Box 606, Midway City, CA 92655
Orders & queries: 714-898-7262
Accepts:
Fax: 714-898-7262
Product: dPerfect Merge
Author: Newdorf Research [Barbara J. Feldman]
Address: 4212 North Lane, Del Mar, CA 92014
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 619-793-9933
Queries: 619-793-8300
Product: WordMaster
Author: MasterWorks
Address: P.O. Box 116, McCleary, WA 98557
Queries: 206-495-4574
Products: XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game,
XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE:
Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action
Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle
game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game,
XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE:
Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action
Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle
game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game,
XFIRE: Action Puzzle game, XFIRE: Action Puzzle game
Author: Cascoly Software [Steve Estvanik]
th
Address: 4528 36 Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Orders & queries: 206-523-6135
Fax: 206-523-6135
Product: Q&A Study Aid
Author: Quid Pro Quo Software [Hal Endresen]
Address: P.O. Box 1248, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-1248
Orders & queries: 319-378-9140
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Products: StatTrak for Baseball, StatTrak for Baseball
Author: ALL-PRO Software Inc.
Address: 30 Maple View Court, Madison, WI 53719
Orders: 800-776-7859 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Queries: 608-271-1586

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

Products: TSR Download, TSR Download, TSR Download, TSR


Download, TSR Download, TSR Download, TSR Download, TSR
Download, TSR Download, TSR Download
Author: Elfring Soft Fonts
Address: PO Box 61, Wasco, IL 60183
Orders & queries: 708-377-3520
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 708-377-6402

778

Products: Shez, Shez


Author: California Software Design [Jim Derr]
Address: P.O. Box 15284, Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Orders & queries: 707-575-9868
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Product: Lotto Prophet
Author: DataMicro, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 3527, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Orders: 800-336-7720 (orders only, please)
Fax: 813-625-2285
Queries: 813-629-7720
Product: T-Zero
Author: Dennis M. Cunningham
rd
Address: 25-6 NW 23 Pl. #405, Portland, OR 97210-3534
Orders & queries: 503-227-7751
Product: VERSAMAP
Author: Charles H. Culberson
Address: 8 Ritter Lane, Newark, DE 19711
Orders & queries: 302-731-0694
Products: Q4Tool, Q4Tool, Q4Tool, Q4Tool
Author: CareWare [R. J. Crouch]
Address: 307 Gracie Road, Nevada City, CA 95959-3602
Orders & queries: 916-265-8704
Products: Patience Abroad, Patience Abroad
Author: CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software [David A. Cowles]
Address: P.O. Box 151481, Fort Worth, TX 76108-5481
Orders & queries: 817-367-3603
Fax: N-A
Products: DR. Memory, DR. Memory
Author: Cooney Applied Technology
Address: P.O. Box 292039, Kettering, OH 45429-0039

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

779

Product: Capital Gainz


Author: AlleyCat Software, Inc. [Dave Cohen]
Address: P.O. Box 14446, RTP, NC 27709-4446
Orders & queries: 919-542-6117
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 919-542-6611-(BBS)
Products: Rosewood Journal, Rosewood Journal
Author: Rosewood Software [Bert Christensen]
Address: 135-10 Livonia Place, Scarborough, Ontario M1E 4W6
CANADA
Orders & queries: 416-284-6119
Product: PCM100.COM
Author: Charier Consultants Services
Address: 64 Rue de Charenton, 75012 Paris, FRANCE
Orders & queries: 331-4001-9415
Fax: 331-4001-0493
Product: EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS!
Author: Seaware Corp.
Address: P.O. Box 1656, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Orders: 800-634-8188 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 407-738-1712
Queries: 407-738-1712
Products: PC-File, PC-File
Author: ButtonWare, Inc.
Address: PO Box 96058, Bellevue, WA 98009
Orders: 800-528-8866 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 206-454-1838
Queries: 206-454-0479
Product: Helpgen
Author: Rimrock Software
Address: P.O. Box 2406, Hayden, ID 83835-2406
Orders & queries: 208-772-9347
Product: Amortz - Loan Schedules & More!
Author: Mountain View Software [Jim Bowyer]
th
Address: 7506 85 St E., Puyallup, WA 98371-6514
Orders & queries: 206-845-2744
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: PopDBF
Author: Lighthouse Software, Inc.
Address: PO Box 9601, Peoria, IL 61612
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts:
Fax: 309-673-9895
Queries: 309-673-9886

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

780

Products: Smart10, Smart10


Author: Sympathetic Software [Stephen L Billard]
Address: 9531 Telhan Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Product: ICP
Author: Spirit7 Software, Ltd. [Scott Bigler]
Address: PO Box 777, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Orders & queries: 703-943-4635
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 703-943-4635
Products: ON-SIDE, ON-SIDE, ON-SIDE, ON-SIDE, ON-SIDE
Author: Expressware Corporation
Address: PO Box 1800, Duvall, WA 98019
Orders: 800-753-3453 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 206-788-4493
Queries: 206-788-0932
Product: Rubicon Publisher
Author: Rubicon Computer Labs Inc.
Address: Box 336, Chelsea, QC, J0X 1N0 CANADA
Orders & queries: 819-770-4317
Fax: 819-770-4317
Products: Hard Disk Director, Hard Disk Director, Hard Disk
Director
Author: Canyon Software [Dan Baumbach]
Address: 1537 Fourth Street, Suite 131, San Rafael, CA 94901
Orders & queries: 415-382-7999
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 415-382-7998
Products: SHERLOCK, SHERLOCK
Author: Gulf Sierra
Address: 14809 Clavel Street, Rockville, MD 20853-1543
Orders & queries: 301-460-0354
Product: ELFTREE
Author: Elvish Consulting [Alan Avery]
Address: 1408 Noble Ave, Springfield, IL 62704-3450
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 217-789-6169
Queries: 217-698-8600
Products: Tile Match, Tile Match, Tile Match, Tile Match, Tile
Match, Tile Match, Tile Match, Tile Match, Tile Match, Tile
Match, Tile Match
Author: Arcanum Computing [Nels Anderson]
Address: 585 Edmands Road, Framingham, MA 01701-3088
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 508-788-1363

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

781

Products: PC-Draft-CAD, PC-Draft-CAD, PC-Draft-CAD


Author: Natural Software [Michael Allen]
Address: 19 South Fifth Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
Orders & queries: 708-377-7320
Accepts:
Product: Managing Your Food
Author: MYF Software [Greg Aakhus]
Address: 1504 Chinquapin Court, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Orders: 800-995-1605 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 805-396-9442
Queries: 805-398-1449
Products: BOXER/OS2 Text Editor, BOXER/OS2 Text Editor
Author: Boxer Software [David R. Hamel]
Address: P.O. Box 3230, Peterborough, NH 03458-3230
Orders: 800-982-6937 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 603-924-4471
Queries: 603-924-6602
Products: Electronic Postal Window(tm), Electronic Postal
Window(tm), Electronic Postal Window(tm)
Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc.
Address: PO Box 238, Lansing, NY 14882-0238
Orders & queries: 607-533-4685
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 607-533-3524
Products: ProDev*QUOTE Quote/Bid System, ProDev*QUOTE Quote/Bid
System, ProDev*QUOTE Quote/Bid System
Author: Pro Dev Software [George Abbott]
Address: 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442-9427
Orders & queries: 616-788-2243
Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Product: Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS
Author: FunStuff Software [Paul Munoz-Colman]
Address: 11645 Charter Oak Court, Suite 201, Reston, VA
22090-4526
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 703-435-3130
Queries: 703-435-1110

Appendix A, "Author addresses"

782

Products: ZPAY 3, ZPAY 3, ZPAY 3, ZPAY 3, ZPAY 3, ZPAY 3


Author: ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc. [Paul Mayer]
th
Address: 2526 69 Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL
33712-5631
Orders: 800-468-4188 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 813-866-8034
Queries: 813-866-8233
Products: SmartCat Plus, SmartCat Plus
Author: Shareable Software International [Michael Quinion]
Address: PO Box 59012, Schaumburg, IL 60159
Orders: 800-622-2793 (orders only, please)
Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
Fax: 708-397-0381
Queries: 708-397-1221
Products: Qanalyst, Qanalyst, Qanalyst
Author: Barn Owl Software
Address: P.O. Box 1115, O'Fallon, IL 62269
Orders: 800-242-4775 (orders only, please)
Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
Fax: 618-632-2339
Queries: 618-632-7345
Products: Shareware Reference Guides, Shareware Reference
Guides, Shareware Reference Guides, Shareware Reference Guides,
Shareware Reference Guides, Shareware Reference Guides,
Shareware Reference Guides, Shareware Reference Guides,
Shareware Reference Guides, Shareware Reference Guides
Author: Association of Shareware Professionals
Address: 545 Grover Rd., Muskegon, MI 49442
Fax: 616-788-2765
Queries: 616-788-5131

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

783

Appendix B
Vendor addresses
This appendix lists each ASP-approved disk vendor. These
vendors have agreed to abide by ethical standards when offering
shareware.
$ave On $oftware
Address: PO Box 1312, Wilkes Barre PA 18703-1312
Phone: 717-822-9531
A & J Office Services
Address: PO BOX 1800, WODEN ACT 2606 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61-6-281-4860
A Business Company Inc
Address: 827 Foster Ave, Brooklyn NY 11230
Phone: 718-434-1930
A to Z-Ware
Address: 475 College Blvd #6215, Oceanside CA 92057
Phone: 619-941-3189
A.M.U.G.CD INC
th
Address: 4131 N 24 St #A-120, Phoenix AZ 85016
Phone: 602-553-0066
Accurate Research Inc
Address: 1500 Wyatt Drive # 10, SANTA CLARA CA 95054
Phone: 408-748-9988
Aces Research Inc
Address: 46750 Fremont Blvd # 107, Fremont CA 94538
Phone: 510-683-8855
Adams Computer Sales
Address: 7322 Avalon Dr, Fayetteville NC 28303-2419
Phone: 919-867-6181
Advantage Plus Distributors
Address: 211-C South Salem St, Apex NC 27502
Phone: 919-362-8212
Affordable Software
Address: 21 Blaxland Street, PO Box 472, Martrville NSW 2036
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61-2-311-3539

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

784

Alphon Edugames
Address: 221 RIDLEY ROAD, BRIDGEMAN DOWNS QLD 4035 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011 61 732632744
Alternative Personal Software
Address: RR #3 SideRoad 27, #9126, Orton ON L0N 1N0 CANADA
Phone: 519-855-9889
Altez
Address: 3737 Patchett Rd, Baldwinsville NY 13027
Phone: 315-638-4160
American Systems and Software
Address: 612 S Bowie St, Weatherford TX 76086
Phone: 817-599-5858
Andromeda Software, Inc
Address: PO Box 270672, Fort Collins CO 80527-0672
Phone: 716-691-4510
Aptos Entertainment
Address: 2906 Jolley Drive, Burbank CA 91504
Phone: 818-848-5702
Ares Informatica S.L.
Address: C/ Bellaterra 33, Cornella BARCELONA 08940 SPAIN
Phone: 34-9-3-376-81-50
Aringna
Address: PO Box 78 Lutong, Miri SARAWAK 98107 MALAYSIA
Ascencion Media Productions
Address: Boterstraat 12, Schiedam Z.H. 3111NC NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31-10-473-8579
Atlantic Coast (The Software Source)
Address: The Shareware Village, Colyton DEVON EX13 6HA ENGLAND
Phone: 44 1297 552222
AutoShare Inc
Address: 2661 North Illinois St Ste #204, Swansea IL 62221
Phone: 618-344-3899
Aztech New Media
Address: 1 Scarsdale Road, Don Mills ON M3B 2R2 CANADA
Phone: 416-449-4787
Barbara's Choice
th
Address: 1039 SE 196
Phone: 503-666-0596

Ave, Portland OR 97233

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

Basic Bits & Bytes


Address: 1654 Beaupre, Madison Hgts MI 48071-2685
Phone: 810-528-9944

785

Bayside Computing Services


Address: 7344 Royal Palm Drive, Newport Richey FL 34652-1125
Phone: 813-845-0973
BCS Shareware
Address: 100 North Tommy, HARRISON AR 72601
Phone: 501-741-6512
Bee Software Publishing, Inc.
Address: PO BOX 1179, Hammond IN 46325
Phone: 219-931-3761
Bertone Stefano
Address: via Inama 22, Milano 20133 ITALY
Phone: 39-382-617919
BetaCorp Technologies Inc
Address: 6770-40 Davand Dr, Mississauga ON L5T 2G3 CANADA
Phone: 905-564-2424
Big Byte Software
Address: 3833 Misty Meadow, Fort Worth TX 76133
Phone: 817-292-4463
Bit Bang (Branch of Canadesign)
Address: PO Box 306 Station Delorimier, Montreal QB H2H 2N7
CANADA
Phone: 514-598-8406
Black Box Vending Machines P/L
Address: 18 Elaine Street, KARALEE QUEENSLAND 4306 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 7-294-7099
Bright Idea! Software
Address: 5339 Prospect Road, Ste 197, San Jose CA 95129
Phone: 408-252-0542
Brightspark Computers & Pick-A-Disk
Address: Unit 7, 10-12 Dewar Street, Morley Perth WEST
AUSTRALIA 6062 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011-09-375-1178
BroCo Software
Address: PO Box 446, 3760 AK SOEST NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31 2155 26650
Buckeye Software
Address: PO BOX 672, ANTWERP OH 45813
Phone: 419-258-2506

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

786

Budgetware
Address: 9 Albermarle Street, Newtown NSW 2042 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011-612-519-4233
Buster Software
Address: PO Box 131, Verbena AL 36091-0131
Phone: 800-598-7238
Campbell's Shareware Center
Address: 189 Rural Street Box 57, Austin IN 47102
Phone: 812-794-3739
CAPS
Address: 5132 Marion Ave, Cypress CA 90630-4427
Phone: 714-236-9271
CD Rom Paradise SRL
Address: PO Box 10177, 20100 Milano ITALY
Phone: 39 2 70603189
CD World Publishing Plus Corp
Address: 5018 S Price Road, Tempe AZ 85282-7445
Phone: 602-839-3031
CDRP/Chestnut
Address: 101 Rogers Street, Cambridge MA 02142-1409
Phone: 617-494-5330
CDV Software GmbH
Address: Neureuter Str. 37b, 76185 Karlsruhe GERMANY
Phone: 0721-972240
Central Computerware
Address: 183 South Main St, Templeton MA 01468
Phone: 508-939-2138
Cheil Computer System Inc
Address: 138-173 Ssangmoon-Dong Dobong-Gu, Seoul 132-032 KOREA
Phone: 82-02-994-5192
Choice Marketing
Address: 33 Bouvardia Way, Greenwood WEST AUSTRALIA 6024
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 2464400
CM Shareware Distribution
Address: PO Box 10, Smeaton SK S0J 2J0 CANADA
Phone: 306-426-2384
CompuData ltda
Address: Tucapel 564 Oficina 77, PO Box 2706, Concepcion CHILE
Phone: 56 41-246035

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

787

CompuSoft
Address: 6209 15TH AVE NW, Seattle WA 98107
Phone: 206-784-8140
Compustuff
Address: 2759 Medina Road, Medina OH 44256
Phone: 216-725-7729
Computer Advantage Company Inc
Address: 9840 Pondera Ave NW, Massillon OH 44646
Phone: 216-854-3305
Computer Brokers Limited
Address: 1 Devitt Close, ASHTEAD SURREY KT21 1JS U.K.
Phone: 44 372 279441
Computer Habit Inc
th
Address: 8100 S 84 St, Omaha NE 68128
Phone: 402-592-7976
Computer Media Concepts
Address: 4029 North Course Drive, Charlotte NC 28277-7611
Phone: 704-544-0172
Computer Shareware Library
Address: Shop 1/44 Lincoln Street Strathpine, BRISBANE QLD 4500
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 07 881 3694
Computer Software Library
Address: PO BOX 162, TIMARU 8615 NEW ZEALAND
Phone: +64-3-615-9333
Computer Solutions Dorth
Address: POSTBUS 59, NL-7213 GORSSEL NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31 5759-4545
Computer Solutions Software Gm
Address: Gartenstr. 2, GRAFING W-8018 GERMANY
Computing Strategies Inc
Address: 7700 Clayton Rd Suite 302, ST LOUIS MO 63117
Phone: 314-644-6181
CopyCats
Address: Postbus 1088, Heerhugowaard NL1700BB NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31 2207 45993
Cross Country Shareware
Address: 340 EDINBURGH ROAD NORTH, GUELPH ON N1H 7Y4 CANADA
Phone: 519-837-0777

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

D & L Computer Services


Address: 724-173 Creek Ridge Rd, Greensboro NC 27406
Phone: 910-299-1067

788

D&M Enterprizes
Address: PO BOX 9, GRANGER IN 46530
Phone: 219-271-2024
Daniel Group Communications
Address: PO Box 491, Lumbertown NJ 08048-0491
Phone: 609-261-6057
Data Mate
Address: 24 Crestwood Lane, Lake Ronkonkoma NY 11779-1912
Phone: 516-588-3964
Data Outlet Shareware
Address: PO Box 37278, RICHMOND VA 23234-7278
Phone: 804-768-0420
DataMatta
Address: 386 North Main St, Woonsocket RI 02895-2003
Phone: 401-766-8571
Derrick's Software Choices
Address: Box 315, Bruno SK S0K 0S0 CANADA
Phone: 306-369-4116
Diemme Editori Srl
Address: Via PO 7, RENDE COSENZA 87030 ITALY
Phone: 039-984-466800
Digital Expressions Inc
Address: 2107-B Powers Ferry Road, Marietta GA 30067
Phone: 404-577-4914
Digital Impact Inc
Address: 6506 South Lewis Ste 250, Tulsa OK 74136
Phone: 918-742-2022
Direct Original Software Inc.
Address: 30439 CENTER RIDGE ROAD, WESTLAKE OH 44145
Phone: 216-871-0027
Direct Software Distribution
Address: 120 Poplar Dr, Douglassville PA 19518
Phone: 610-385-7211
Dispro Software Ltda.
Address: AV. PAULISTA, 2073-11 ANDAR, CJ 1101 - ED. HORSA I,
SAO PAULO SP 01395-900 BRASIL
Phone: 251 2344

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

789

Domainsoft
Address: 8 Bonus Court, Werribee VICTORIA 3030 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 3 741 8613
DOSgg ProgrammaTheek
Address: Bremlaan 14, Rhenen 3911 XH NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31 8376 17429
DP Tool Club
Address: 99 Rue Parmentier, Villeneuve D'Ascq F-59493 FRANCE
Phone: 33-2084-5533
DTP Studio spol. sr.o.
Address: Nademlejnska 7, Prague 9 19800 CZECH REP
Phone: 42-2-862931
Eagle Shareware
Address: 2345 MOORPARK WAY, HENDERSON NV 89014-3630
Phone: 702-434-4791
Easy Life Inc
Address: 4604 Deerfield Circle, Sioux Falls SD 57105
Phone: 605-339-2430
Edensoft Limited
Address: Rm 15, 7/F Goldfield Industrial Cen, 1 Sui Wo Road, Fo
Tan SHATIN HONG KONG
Phone: 852-687-1135
En Linea
Address: Tenancingo No 428 Col Mitras Centro, Monterrey NUEVO
LEON 64460 MEXICO
Phone: 91 83 467505
Encode Business Systems Inc
Address: 434 West St North, Orillia ON L3V 5E8 CANADA
Phone: 705-327-7628
Eracom Sdn. Bhd.
Address: 35A, Jalan Jejaka 9, Taman Maluri, Kuala Lumpur 55100
MALAYSIA
Phone: 603-9853108
Estudio Shareware
Address: Av. Rivadavia 5040 Local 21, 1424 Capital Federal
ARGENTINA
Phone: 541-903-7310
Excel-nt Software
Address: 714 Maple, Midland MI 48640
Phone: 517-839-7348

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

Extrabyte Sdn.Bhd
Address: 2 Jalan SS21/8, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya
SELANGOR 47400 MALAYSIA
Phone: 03 718-3527
EZ Software
Address: PO Box 609, Krum TX 76249
Phone: 214-241-2161 X333
Falsoft Inc - Software Shopper
Address: PO Box 385, Prospect KY 40059
Phone: 502-228-4492
First Computer Centre
Address: Unit 3 Armley Park Court, Stanningley Rd, Leeds
YORKSHIRE LS12 2AE U.K.
Phone: 44-532-311536
Farrell, Claire
Address: PO Box 2542, Dartmouth NS B2W 4B7 CANADA
Phone: 902-462-4453
Friendware SL
Address: Rafael Calvo, 40, 28010 Madrid SPAIN
Phone: 308-3446
Fugue Software
Address: 20 Arundel St, Alexandra Hills QLD 4161 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61-7-824-2843
G & J Technologies
Address: 2706 Rose Blvd, Orlando FL 32839
Phone: 407-855-7080
Gamebox c/o Galcom
Address: Hardturmstr 169, Zurich 8005 SWITZERLAND
Phone: 41-1444-26-44
Gem Shareware Software
Address: 433 Highwood Dr, Slidell LA 70458-1708
Phone: 504-649-9777
Gunzameory Computer Institute
Address: Yoido PO Box 392, Yongdungpo-ku, Seoul KOREA
Phone: 822-714-7539
H & J Software
Address: 311 Marlow Court, Chesapeake VA 23320
Phone: 804-482-5798
Halpenny Sales
Address: 23275 Friendship Road, Pilot Point TX 76258-9241
Phone: 817-440-2995

790

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

791

Hamilton New Media


Address: 327 Ouachita Avenue, Hot Spring AR 71901
Phone: 501-321-2208
Hamsoft Shareware Library
Address: 580 Lowe Street, Hastings 4201 NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 64-6-876-9808
Hill Computer Goodies
Address: Eastland Mall, North Versailles PA 15137
Phone: 412-678-8003
Hillsoft
Address: PO BOX 16, VRIEZENVEEN 7670 AA HOLLAND
Phone: 0 5498 59599
Hourglass Software
Address: 20231 Oak River Ct, Matoaco VA 23803
Phone: 804-590-9041
HRS Software Club
Address: 10 Tangmere Crescent, Markham ON L3R 6Y9 CANADA
Phone: 905-477-4144
Husco Austria Handelsgesellshcaft m.b.H.
Address: Bosendorferstrasse 4, VIENNA 1010 Wien AUSTRIA
Phone: 431/505 43 11
IkeaMo Enterprises
Address: 0255 W 300 N, Howe IN 46746-9618
Phone: 219-463-5246
Independent Micro Consulting (IMC)
Address: 134 Upland Drive, MEDICINE HAT ALBERTA T1A 3N7 CANADA
Phone: 403-527-2826
Info-Soft
Address: 825 Belvedere sud Bureau 100, Sherbrooke PQ J1H 4B9
CANADA
Phone: 819-564-6673
International Market, MCCA
Address: PO Box 41, Madisonville TX 77864-041
Phone: 409-348-6963
J and J Software
Address: 1323 McGuire, Jackson MI 49202
Phone: 517-787-5852
Jamtec
Address: Unit 21, 27 Rickard Road, Bankstown NSW 2000 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 2 7072924

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

JCS Marketing, Inc


Address: PO Box 1216, Lakeville MN 55044
Phone: 612-469-5898
Jim - Tech Enterprises
Address: PO Box 659, Fraser Lake BC VOJ 1SO CANADA
Phone: 604-699-8650
Jimaz
Address: HERMANOVA 37, PRAHA 7 170 00 CZECHOSLOVAK
Phone: 422379498
JonDan Computers
Address: 10 Riveraum Drive, Burpengary QUEENSLAND 4505
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 7 886-6687
Joshua Advanced Data Systems Ltd Oy
Address: PO Box 63, Tykistokatu 4D,DIO, Turku 20521 FINLAND
Phone: 358-21-6375754
K & M
Address: Van Diemenstraat 88, 1013 CN Amsterdam NETHERLANDS
Phone: 31-20-6385509
K & M Software
Address: PO BOX 156, Elsberry MO 63343
Phone: 314-898-5300
K Graphics
Address: RDH Box 675 Tanger Avenue, Franklinville NJ 08322
Phone: 609-728-4839
Kelly Data GmbH
Address: Lena-Christ-Stre 50, Martinsried D-82152 GERMANY
Kelstar-1 Software
Address: PO Box 2403, Bartlesville OK 74005-2403
Phone: 918-333-5834
Kurt Mitchell Enterprises, Inc
Address: 100 BROADWAY BOX 156, LYNBROOK NY 11563
Phone: 517-887-9610
KWN Systems Inc
Address: 220 Stonehurst Blvd, FREEHOLD NJ 07728
Phone: 800-245-9399
Lady-J Software
Address: PO Box 6079, Auburn CA 95604
Phone: 916-887-1104

792

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

793

Laservend, Inc
Address: 12215 S 900 E, Draper UT 84020-9715
Phone: 801-553-9080
Lavonia Trading Ltd
Address: Residenta S1, CH-6528, Camorino CH SWITZERLAND
Phone: 0041-91-508820
Lewis Enterprises
Address: 2913 Lindbrook Dr., Riverbank CA 95367
Phone: 209-869-4000
Lilliput Shareware Distribution
Address: 3-26-2 MINAMI, SATTE CITY SAITAMA PREF. 340-01 JAPAN
Phone: 81-480-43-6225
Limelight ublishing
Address: 2718 Rand Road, Indianapolis IN 46241
Phone: 317-487-8800 X200
Logiciels Nifty Softwares
Address: 73 Place Mercier
CANADA
Phone: 514-635-6052

# 201, CANDIAC QUEBEC J5R 4V9

LT-1 Enterrpises Inc


Address: 118 West Washington St, MARENGO IL 60152
Phone: 815-568-7000
Ludi-Part
Address: Halen 61, CH - 3037 HERRENSCHWANDEN Switzerland
Phone: 41-31-302-8137
Luna Tech
Address: 212 North Ave, Haverhill MA 02830
Phone: 508-374-2673
M & M Computing
Address: 43 Maple Street, Newburgh NY 12550
Phone: 914-569-0510
M & M Software
Address: 3252 Los Coyotes Drag, Long Beach CA 90815
Phone: 310-420-2655
M.A.D. Shareware
Address: 1542 Live Oak Dr, Silver Spring MD 20910
Phone: 301-587-0545
Magic Stone Co LTD
Address: PO Box 48-542, TAIPEI TAIWAN REP OF CHINA
Phone: 8862752211

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

794

Main Gate Enterprises Inc


Address: 5448 Hoffner Avenue Suite 407, ORLANDO FL 32812
Phone: 407-380-9313
Manaccom (S.A)
Address: 93A Kensington Road, Norwood ADELAIDE 5067 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 8 364 2753
Manaccom Pty Ltd
Address: 3/9 Camford Street, Milton 4064 QLD AUSTRALIA
Phone: 617-368-2366
Mantis d.o.o.
Address: Reboljeva 11, PO BOX 55, LJUBLJANA 61113 SLOVENIA
Phone: 38 61 340 664
MaryKay Software
Address: 5142 N State Rd, Alma MI 48801
Phone: 517-561-2682
Masled Informatica
Address: Via Degzi Oleandri, 68, 04011 Aprilia (LT) ITALY
Phone: 319 6 9275638
MediaLand, Inc.
Address: 41 Bentworth Crescent, Nepean ON K2G 3X1 CANADA
Phone: 613-828-6711
MegaByte(Shareware) U.K.
Address: 90 Cameron Way, Knightsridge, Livingston WEST LOTHIAN
EH54 8HF U.K.
Phone: 0506-441384
MEI/Micro Center
Address: 1555 West Lane Avenue, COLUMBUS OH 43235
Phone: 614-481-4425
Micom Data Services Inc
Address: 10345 Highway 78, Summerville SC 29483
Phone: 803-821-9282
Micro Star
Address: 2245 Camino Vida Roble, Carlsbad CA 92009-1502
Phone: 619-931-4949
Microbyte Sytems Inc
Address: 1457 E Palatine Rd, Arlington Heights IL 60004
Phone: 708-349-0555
MicroData Computer Services
Address: 6510 Parkland Ave, Brook Park OH 44142
Phone: 216-843-2662

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

795

Microforum Mfg Inc


Address: 1 Woodborough Ave, Toronto ON M6M 5A1 CANADA
Phone: 416-656-6406
Microlane
Address: PL 59, Ikaalinen 39501 FINLAND
Phone: 950-5116251
Microsolve Technologies
Address: 2C D'Arcy Business Centre, Llandarc, Neath SA10 6EJ
U.K.
Phone: 441792321270
Middle East Information Group
Address: Rehov Oved 8, Abu-Tor Jerusalem 93551 ISRAEL
Phone: 02-731-443
Miller's Computers
Address: 5791 LIBRARY ROAD, BETHEL PARK PA 15102
Phone: 412-854-2022
Mobbley's Computers
Address: 6260 Thorold Stone Rd, Niagara Falls ON L2J 1AF CANADA
Phone: 905-354-2339
Mom 'N' Pop's Software
Address: 3431 Dow Lane, Spring Hill FL 34609
Phone: 904-688-9108
Monster Media Inc
Address: 2331 Ardmore Ave, Royal Oak MI 48073-3601
Phone: 810-547-8160
Morrison Wallaace
Address: Suite 1, 15 Grosvenor St, NEUTRAL BAY NSW 2089
AUSTRALIA
Phone: 02 9539332
Most Significant Bits
Address: 37207 Colorado Ave, Avon OH 44011-1527
Phone: 216-221-6665
Mountain of Shareware
Address: , 7105 George Ct, Wooster OH 44691
Phone: 216-345-6825
Mr Disk Software
Address: 5915 Casey Drive, PO Box 59012, Knoxville TN 37909
Phone: 615-584-3952
Nane Juergensen
Address: Nordergraben 26, 24937 Flensburg GERMANY
Phone: 49-4961-18-23-40

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

796

Neon Publishing Inc


Address: 14220 Carlson Circle, Tampa FL 33626
Phone: 813-854-5515
New Horizons Enterprise
Address: 7 Yardarm Court, Greensboro NC 27455
Phone: 910-282-8060
News Software Gmbh
Address: Birkenstr. 42, DUSSELDORF 40233 GERMANY
Phone: 211-676-201
Night Owl's Publisher Inc.
Address: 1611 Falconer Stillwater RD, Jamestown NY 14701
Phone: 716-484-3066
NovaWare, Inc.
Address: 7477 Stanford, St Louis MO 63130
Phone: 314-862-6311
On Disk
Address: 4227 Chambers St, Cincinnati OH 45223
Phone: 513-541-2675
OWOBOPTE Industries Inc
Address: 3101 Sibley Memorial Hwy, Eagan MN 55121
Phone: 612-686-0405
P & A Co., Ltd
Address: 302 BELLWINS 1367-23, NAKAGAMI, AKISHIMA, TOKYO 196
JAPAN
Phone: 81 425-46-9141
P.D.(&Shareware)Software Library
Address: Winscombe House, Beacon Rd, Crowborough Sussex TN6
1UL U.K.
Phone: 0892-663298
P.R.O. Shareware
Address: 30 Blounts Drive, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire ST14 8TQ
U.K.
Phone: 0585 171803
Paradise Shareware
Address: 960 W San Marlos Blvd Ste 2-D, San Marcos CA 92069
Phone: 619-591-4175
PC Independent User Group
Address: 87 High Street, Tonbridge Kent TN9 1RX U.K.
Phone: 0732-771512
PC Productivity, Inc.
Address: 5777 Riverside Dr, Cape Coral FL 33904
Phone: 813-542-6079

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

797

PC-Klubben Danmark
Address: Ormslevvej 20, Viby J 8260 Denmark
Phone: 45-86110600
PCDisk
Address: PO Box 10627, Killeen TX 76547-0627
Phone: 817-526-2383
PD Software Services P/L
Address: 8 BENTLEY ST, WANTIRNA 3152 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 03-729-9534
Pearl America Inc
Address: 4824 California Ave SW, Seattle WA 98116
Phone: 206-938-0336
Pee Sea Shareware
Address: 4310 UTAH STREET, SAN DIEGO CA 92116
Phone: 619-282-8058
Pennant Enterprises Inc
Address: 4207 Elmhurst, Toledo OH 43613
Phone: 419-473-0875
Personal Computer Services
Address: 14 Crawford Street, Dunedin 9011 NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 064-03-4777-288
Phillips Software
Address: 21 Caudle Avenue, Lakenheath SUFFOLK 1P27 9AV ENGLAND
Phone: 01-842-860247
Pik A Program
Address: 13 St. Marks Place, New York NY 10003
Phone: 212-598-4459
Pointsoft
Address: 111 Rue De Croix, HEM 59510 FRANCE
Phone: 33-20-81-25-25
Politiken
Address: Raadhuspladsen 37, COPENHAGEN 1785 V DENMARK
Phone: 45 33 11 85 11
Positronic Software
Address: PO Box 122, Fillmore SK 50G 1N0 CANADA
Phone: 306-722-3225
Power User
Address: 3205 Hazel St, Erie PA 16508
Phone: 814-454-0234

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

798

Prime Soft, W. Willaredt


Address: Bahnhofstraase 7, CH-8157 Dielsdorf SWITZERLAND
Phone: 41-1-854-0374
Printers Shareware
Address: 5019-5021 West Lovers Lane, Dallas TX 75209
Phone: 214-350-5353
Pro Soft
Address: 4 Benloese Skel 4G, RINGSTED DK-4100 DENMARK
Phone: 45 53619042
Pro-Line Software
Address: PO BOX 2416, CLIFTON NJ 07015
Phone: 201-546-2550
Professional Systems Group, LTD.
Address: 210 Woodgate Dr S #D, Brandon MS 39042-2424
Phone: 601-936-4866
Chang, Steven
Address: 7F-2 No.234, Nanking East Rd Sec 5, Taipei TAIWAN
Phone: 886-2-7468626
Public (software) Library
Address: PO BOX 35705, Houston TX 77235-5705
Phone: 713-524-6394
Public Brand Software
Address: 25 First Street, Cambridge MA 02141
Phone: 617-252-5533
Quantum Axcess
th
Address: 240 N 5 St Ste 330, Columbus OH 43215
Phone: 614-228-3903
Quantum Computers
Address: PO Box 49, North Highlands CA 95660-0049
Phone: 916-331-2369
R & K Software
Address: 2165 Salem Avenue N, St Petersburg FL 33714-4139
Phone: 813-526-8713
R.F. South Pacific Shareware
Address: 27 Chester Ave, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 02-624-5205
R.O.I. Software Distributing
Address: 981 Wellington Road South Ste 141, London ON N6E 3A9
CANADA
Phone: 519-642-3522

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

799

RabbitWare
Address: PO Box 232, Berowra NSW 2081 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 043 891699
Radical Concepts
th
Address: 516 36 St, Newport Beach CA 92663
Phone: 714-723-4351
Reasonable Solutions, Inc
Address: 1221 Disk Dr, Medford OR 97501
Phone: 503-776-5777
Red River CDs
Address: 622 S Central, Idabel OK 74745-0286
Phone: 405-286-7791
SAS Software
Address: PO Box 104375 Station B, Howard Beach NY 11414
Phone: 718-848-0301
Sat-Tech Systems
Address: 97 Sydney Road Brunswick, Melbourne VIC 3056 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 03-329-9255
SBD Software
Address: 109 E Kentucky St, Franklin KY 42134-1837
Phone: 502-746-9140
Seltec NZ (1993) Ltd.
Address: 83B Buxton Square, PO Box 943, NELSON 7015 NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 03 548-4622
Share Warehouse Limited
Address: 18 Colchester Cres, Newlands, Wellington 6004 New
Zealand
Phone: 64-04-477-3535
Sharemart
Address: 105 Summer St, Foxboro MA 02035-3037
Phone: 617-769-9063
Shareware
Address: PO Box 7037, Long Beach CA 90807-0037
Phone: 310-499-1262
ShareWare City
Address: 621 Snowball Road, Monroeville PA 15146-1229
Phone: 412-373-6572
Shareware Depot
Address: 2077 W. 76 STREET, HIALEAH FL 33016
Phone: 305-822-0122

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

800

Shareware Distributie Nederland


Address: M.L. Kinglaan 51, Haarlem 2037 RK NETHERLANDS'
Phone: 31-23-338-651
Shareware Express
Address: 1908 ASHLAND STREET #D, ASHLAND OR 97520
Phone: 503-482-5136
Shareware Express+
Address: 7333 Cedar Creek Ct, Winter Park FL 32792-6567
Phone: 407-348-8486
Shareware Hot Picks
Address: PO Box 51
55042-0051
Phone: 612-777-5153

o, Lake Elmo MN

Shareware Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd


Address: 9A Lintang Angsana, Bandar Baru, Ayer Itam, Penang
PENANG 11500 MALAYSIA
Phone: 604-8261181
Shareware Source
Address: 41 Blythewood Drive, Greenville SC 29607
Phone: 803-232-7102
Shareware Technology Ltd
Address: Block B,14/F Sai Wan Ho Plaza, 66-68 Shaukeiwan Rd,
HONG KONG
Phone: 852-539-6897
Shareware Testing Laboratories
Address: PO Box 11499, Indianapolis IN 46201-0499
Phone: 317-322-2000
Shareware To Go
Address: PO Box 31303, Raleigh NC 27622-1303
Phone: 800-277-DISK
Shareware Unlimited Etc
Address: 5225 Canyon Crest Dr #71-315, Riverside CA 92507
Phone: 909-789-2336
Shareware World
Address: PO Box 757, Seven Hills NSW 2147 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61 2 671-6647
Shareware, Etc.
Address: 112 Wilson Street Apt 108, Durant OK 74701-3503
Phone: 918-543-6143
Shareware-Elite
Address: 25 Cades Park, Helston Cornwall TR13 8QS U.K.
Phone: 01326-564164

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

801

Sharewareservice M Birr
Address: Heuweg 4 PO Box 1629, 21497 Geesthacht GERMANY
Phone: XX49 X4152 76055
Simply Software Ltd
Address: PO Box 1391, Greenwood NS BOP 1NO CANADA
Phone: 902-765-2534
Sitelsa
Address: Via Augusta 186, Barcelona 08021 SPAIN
Phone: 34 34140192
Skip's Shareware Selections
Address: C/O 4604B Northland Place, Courtenay BC V9N 8Y5 CANADA
Slash K Software
Address: 3661 N Campbell Ave Ste #201, Tucson AZ 85719
Phone: 520-747-1521
SMM Software GmbH
Address: Hermann-Lons-Str. 12, 55254 Budenheim GERMANY
Phone: 01149 6139 916-916
SMS Shareware
Address: 19 Carshalton Road, Camberley SURREY GU15 4AQ U.K.
Phone: 44 276 681864
Softdesign Concepts Company
Address: PO Box 392, MECHANICSBURG PA 17055
Phone: 717-795-9583
Softline
Address: PO BOX 587, Heddal Notodden N-3671 Norway
Phone: 473620966
SoftMarket S.A.
Address: Lincoyan 1040, Santiago CHILE
Phone: 562-3413083
SoftMate GmbH
Address: Kapfenburgstrasse 74, STUTTGART 70469 GERMANY
Phone: 0049 711 85977-0
Software & Hardware
Address: CALLE COTLLIVRE, 26-6-B, PALMA BALEARES 07010 SPAIN
Phone: 971-290463
Software Concepts
Address: 3130 N. Arazona Ave., Suite 105, Chandler AZ 85224
Phone: 602-545-9321
Software Heaven (Australia) Pty Ltd
Address: 658 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 61-2-905-7006

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

802

Software of the Month Club


Address: 5816 Dryden Place, Carlsbad CA 92008
Phone: 619-931-8111
Solvit Chosun Media Inc
Address: 748-16 Namchang B/D, Yeoksam-Dong Kangnam-Gu, Seoul
KOREA
Phone: 82-2-561-0361
Spartan Software Marketing
Address: 170 Jarvis Rd, Inman SC 29349-7680
Phone: 803-574-0437
Spearwood Shareware Service
Address: PO Box 1212, Bibra Lake WEST AUSTRALIA 6163 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 011 61-9-434-3416
Spotlight Software Inc
Address: 957 S Glendale St, Wichita KS 67218
Phone: 316-683-4949
Squirrel Shareware
Address: HCR 63 Box 37 B, Cadosia NY 13783
Phone: 607-637-5300
STG Computers LTD
Address: 630 Kipling Avenue, Etobicoke ON M8Z 5S2 Canada
Phone: 416-251-9777
StreetSmart Software
Address: 1001 Mason Drive, Hartselle AL 35640
Phone: 205-773-4024
Sunshine Software
th
Address: 8801 N.E. 59
Phone: 360-254-3511

Street, Vancouver WA 98662

Super Software Limited


Address: PO Box 34 145, Auckland NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 64-9-418-0577
Svenska PC Klubben
Address: PO Box 125, 421 22 Vastra Frolun SWEDEN
Phone: 46-320-16500
Swarland Computer Graphics
Address: 2 Coast View, Swarland, Morpeth NORTHUMBERLAND NE65
9JG U.K.
Phone: 44-670-787912
Systems Comunicazioni SRL
Address: v Olanda 6, Gaggiano 20083 ITALY
Phone: 39-2-90841814

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

803

T'gus
Address: 8980 Underwood Ln N, Maple Grove MN 55369-6717
Phone: 612-420-6469
Target Industries Singapore Pte Ltd
Address: 5006 Ang Mo Kio Ave 5, Singapore 2056 SINGAPORE
Phone: 65-4815422
Tech Now
Address: 77 Plymouth Ave, East Wareham MA 02538
Phone: 508-295-2339
Temwa Data Aps
Address: Grumstrupues 35, 8730 Hovedgaard DENMARK
Phone: 45-7566-2611
The Cobb Group
Address: 9420 Bunsen Parkway, Louisville KY 40220
Phone: 502-493-3428
the Digital Publishing Company
Address: 6271 Edgemont Blvd #b, Minneapolis MN 55428-2654
Phone: 612-531-9881
The Game Grid
Address: 1907 Twain Place, Placentia CA 92670
Phone: 714-528-7358
The Hi-Tech Marketplace
Address: 3 Vernon Street, Parlin NJ 08859
Phone: 908-525-2581
The Shareware Shoppe
Address: PO Box 454, Ferndale NY 12734
Phone: 914-292-1574
The Simple Series
Address: PO BOX 1167, PLAISTOW NH 03865-1167
Phone: 603-362-5792
The Software House
Address: PO Box 27054, Jerusalem 91270 ISRAEL
Phone: 972 2 830001
Theresia Blaecker
Address: Auf der Harre 13, Edewecht Jeddeloh I D-26188 GERMANY
Phone: 49 044 057229
Totronik
Address: Rotebuehlstrasse 85, D-70178 Stuttgart WEST GERMANY
Phone: 711-6271980

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

804

TRAX
Address: STEENSTRAAT 61, Zedelgem-Aartrijke BELGIUM 8211 EUROPE
Phone: 32-50-20-07-35
Trip Software
Address: PO Box 65534, Dundas Postal Outlet, Dundas ON L9H 6Y6
CANADA
Phone: 905-628-3356
Tryware
Address: 42 Churchill Road, Ovingham SA 5082 AUSTRALIA
Phone: 618-269-1108
Ultimax
th
Address: 167 100 Ave, Montreal QU H1A 2B6 CANADA
Phone: 514-644-1809
Universal Software
Address: 5525 Lorelei Avenue, Lakewood CA 90712
Phone: 310-866-1274
ValueWare
Address: 130 W End Ave, Knoxville TN 37922-2822
Phone: 615-675-7958
Vertical Publishing Corp
Address: One Vertical Dr #C, Canonsburg PA 15317
Phone: 412-746-4247
Videoflicks Canada Limited
Address: 1654 Avenue Road, Toronto ON M5M 3Y1 CANADA
Phone: 416-782-4438
Village Center, Inc.
Address: SunLight Bldg 6F, 3-2 Jinbo-Cho, Kanda, Chiyoda-Ward
TOKYO 101 JAPAN
Phone: 81-3-3221-3525
Wayne's Shareware
Address: 5116-B S General Bruce Dr, Temple TX 76502
Phone: 817 899-1161
White Roe-Shareware
Address: Fairview Mall PO Box 55191, 1800 Sheppard Ave East,
North York ON M2J 5B9 CANADA
Phone: 416-490-1559
Willard Computer Services
Address: 276 W. Bagley Road #201, Berea OH 44017-1864
Phone: 216-891-1190

Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"

805

Williams Software Corporation


Address: 14761 Pearl Road Ste 309, PO Box 360888, Strongsville
OH 44136
Phone: 216-225-2340
WindowShare
Address: 32,rue des Frieres, B.P. 2078 57051-METZ cedex 2
FRANCE
Phone: 87 30 85 57
Wiz Technology Inc
Address: 32951 Calle Perfecto, San Juan Capistrano CA 92675
Phone: 714-443-3000

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

806

Appendix C
Bulletin Boards
This appendix lists each ASP-approved computer bulletin board
system (BBS). These BBSs have agreed to abide by ethical standards when offering shareware.
Set your communications software to "8 data bits, no parity, 1
stop bit" before calling any of these BBSs.
$ensible $oftware BBS
Address: 1840 Cleek Ct., Orlando Fl 32835
BBS Phone: 407-298-5830
**CCAT**
Address: 11326 DEW CREEK CIRCLE, CORPUS CHRISTI TX 78410
BBS Phone: 512-242-2206
/\ssisT-ON-Line
Address: c/o DaS Procuction, Via Giusti 15 a/b, Firenze 50121
ITALY
BBS Phone: 39-55-2340486
th
24 Street Exchange
st
Address: 1507 21 Street Suite 107, Sacramento CA 95814
BBS Phone: 916-448-2483
A Community BBS
Address: 317 E Palm, Monrovia CA 91016
BBS Phone: 818-358-3811
A to Z Tech Line
th
Address: 21024 SE 269 , Kent WA 98042
BBS Phone: 206-432-4732
Access BBS
Address: PO Box 373, Ballston Spa NY 12020
BBS Phone: 518-885-4192
Ace-Station- BBS
Address: 9401 Orion Ave, North Hills CA 91343
BBS Phone: 818-891-0397
Active-Net BBS
Address: Eschenweg 4, JONA 8645 SWITZERLAND
BBS Phone: 41-55-261-815

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

Acumen BBS
Address: 632 Simpson St, Thunder Bay ON P7C 3J7 CANADA
BBS Phone: 807-626-9339
Adams Dynamic Storefront
Address: PO Box 787, Herndon VA 22070-0787
BBS Phone: 703-716-1256
Advantage On-Line Business
Address: 16498 Howard Dr, Macomb MI 48042-5785
BBS Phone: 810-781-8601
AIS MULTILINE
Address: 16 A 11th Ave S, Cranbrook BC V1C 4H7 CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-489-4206
Alien Space Ship
Address: 623 Elm Street, Shelbyville IN 46176-2011
Alpha City BBS
Address: 59 Gatineau St, Oshawa ON L1H 7G2 CANADA
BBS Phone: 905-579-6302
AlphaOne Online
Address: 8926 N Greenwood Ave # 229, Niles IL 60714
BBS Phone: 708-827-3619
Altair Data System
Address: Via Guarini Matteucci N'1, 20162 Milano Mi, ITALY
BBS Phone: 39 2 6420515
Alternatives PLUS, Inc
Address: PO Box 11931, Wilmington DE 19850
BBS Phone: 302-328-0381
AMCOM
Address: PO BOX 41164, Cleveland OH 44141
BBS Phone: 216-526-9480
America's Suggestion Box
Address: 101 Locust Blvd, Ronkonkoma NY 11779
BBS Phone: 516-471-8625
Anglers Roost BBS
Address: 7105 L Rockridge Lane, Alexandria VA 22315
BBS Phone: 703-971-4441
Apartment 2
Address: PO BOX 303, Glen Oaks NY 11004-0303
BBS Phone: 718-347-1075
Archives BBS
Address: 100 Nestles Lane, Acushmet MA 02743
BBS Phone: 508-995-0085

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808

Argus Computerized Exchange


Address: PO Box 621, Lexington MA 02173
BBS Phone: 617-862-9373
Arkansas River Valley
Address: 136 Vance Lane, Russellville AR 72801
BBS Phone: 501-968-1931
Artist On-Line Info Sys
Address: Blk 458 Ang Mo Kio #14-1584, SINGAPORE 2056 SINGAPORE
BBS Phone: 65 456-1100
AspenWood BBS
Address: 1220 S Parker Rd #110, Denver CO 80231
BBS Phone: 303-388-0336
At The GIFfer's
Address: 4577 Gunn Highway Ste 170, TAMPA FL 33624
BBS Phone: 813-969-2761
At the Mountain BBS
Address: 5935 E Vermillion ST, Mesa AZ 85215
BBS Phone: 602-981-3591
AT&T EasyLink Service
Address: 2800 Century Ctr Pkwy RM 510-B, Atlanta GA 30345
BBS Phone: 800-624-5123
ATAB BBS
Address: PO BOX 2542, DARTMOUTH NS B2W 4B7 CANADA
BBS Phone: 902-435-0751
Atomic Dog BBS
Address: PO Box 523, Medford MA 02155-0004
BBS Phone: 617-279-3561
Attard Communications
Address: 20 Fairway Dr, Centereach NY 11720
BBS Phone: 800-638-8369
Attention to Details BBS
Address: 5085 Trail Canyon Drive, Mira Loma CA 91752-1685
BBS Phone: 909-681-6221
Jorge, Antonio M.
Address: Apartado 4438, Lisboa Codex 1509 PORTUGAL
BBS Phone: 351-1-4919755
BBS 2000
Address: C.so Vitt. Emanuele 15, Milano 20122 ITALY
BBS Phone: 39 2 781147

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809

BBS Express
Address: PO Box 4505, Santa Rosa CA 95402
BBS Phone: 707-571-7526
BBS Waterland
Address: PO Box 1196, 1440 BD PURMEREND NETHERLANDS
BBS Phone: 31299040303
Beyond The Realm
Address: 2263 Camilar Dr, Camarillo CA 93010
BBS Phone: 805-987-5506
Bill's BBS
Address: 9512 Dongate Ln, Knoxville TN 37931
BBS Phone: 615-694-8757
Bits N' Bytes BBS
Address: PO Box 8194, Winslow ME 04901
BBS Phone: 207-873-1937
Bluegrass RBBS
Address: 686 Sheridan Dr, Lexington KY 40503-1726
BBS Phone: 606-272-0499
BlueMax
Address: 213 Bessborough Ave, Moncton NB E1E 1R3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 506-382-9220
Boardwalk BBS
Address: 520 University Ave Ste 110C, Madison WI 53703
BBS Phone: 608-257-0486
Boardwatch Magazine BBS
Address: 5970 South Vivian Street, Littleton CO 80127
BBS Phone: 303-973-4222
Borderquest BBS
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Address: #1430,700 4 Ave SW, Calgary AB T2P 3J4 CANADA
BBS Phone: 403-262-5095
BorderTown BBS
Address: 332 East Main ST, Westminster MD 21157
BBS Phone: 410-876-5101
Buller BBS
Address: Angelholmsvagen 76, 26937 Bastad, SWEDEN
BBS Phone: 46-431-70909
Business Solutions BBS
Address: Box 358, RPO University, Saskatoon SK S7N 4J8 CANADA
BBS Phone: 306-653-1664

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810

C.C.N.
Address: 1725 W Burlington Place, Denver CO 80221-1059
BBS Phone: 303-477-0356
Cadmos / CHAOS
Address: Skoufa 26, Athens 106 73 GREECE
BBS Phone: 301-360-6044
Cape Fear BBS
Address: 1140 Sloop Point Rd, Hampstead NC 28443-8640
BBS Phone: 910-270-3174
Capitol Area Network
Address: 10829 Golf Course Terrace, Mitchellville MD 20721
BBS Phone: 301-499-4671
Cappuccano Cafe
Address: 2624 E Mendota Drive, Boise ID 83705-6873
BBS Phone: 208-467-4110
CATS-BBS
Address: Rua Carlos Jose Barreiros,6 Cv, Lisbon 1000 PORTUGAL
BBS Phone: 351 1-846-2422
CBUG BBS
Address: PO BOX 125, COLUMBIA MD 21045
BBS Phone: 301-750-1253
Central Europe BBS
Address: Hansastr. 25, Furth D-90766 GERMANY
BBS Phone: 49-911-97344-44
Channel 1 Communications
Address: PO BOX 338, Cambridge MA 02238
BBS Phone: 617-354-3230
Channel V
Address: PO Box 5320, Herzelyia 46152 ISRAEL
BBS Phone: 972-9-503801
Charleston Communications Inc.
Address: PO Box 85178, Las Vegas NV 89185-0178
BBS Phone: 702-386-7979
ChatterBox
Address: 26 Cygnet Close, Larkfield AylesFord KENT ME20 6QH
U.K.
BBS Phone: 44 732-870941
Chicago Syslink
Address: 1643 SOUTH GUNDERSON AVE, BERWYN IL 60402
BBS Phone: 708-795-4442

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

Chip -N- Disk BBS


Address: PO Box 89, Trevor WI 53179-0089
BBS Phone: 414-862-6221
Classified Connection
Address: PO Box 50047, San Diego CA 92165
BBS Phone: 619-566-5516
Clavius
Address: C/ Francos Rodriquez 42,20, Madrid 28039 SPAIN
BBS Phone: 34-1-3112371
Cliffside BBS
Address: PO Box 215, Cliffside NC 28024
BBS Phone: 704-657-4154
Cliffside Park BBs
Address: 141 Gaisler Road, Blairstown NJ 07825
BBS Phone: 908-362-6907
CLUB PC BBS
Address: 1217 Crescent Drive, Smithfield VA 23430
BBS Phone: 804-357-0357
Collector's Edition
Address: 3733 Rockdale Dr, Dallas TX 75220-1863
BBS Phone: 214-351-9859
Colligatarch Authority
Address: 3392 E US-2, Iron River MI 49935
BBS Phone: 906-265-0037
ComPart BBS
Address: Takomotie 11, HELSINKI FIN 00380 FINLAND
BBS Phone: 358 0 506 3329
CompuBasix
Address: PO Box 8169, Corpus Christi TX 78468-8169
BBS Phone: 512-994-8300
CompuServe PCNet-Online
Address: 1705 Barclay Drive, Austin TX 78746
Computer Junction
Address: 212 Browning Ave, Elizabeth NJ 07208
BBS Phone: 908-354-6979
Computer Link
Address: 5150 Dundas Street West #306, Etobicoke ON M9A 1C3
CANADA
BBS Phone: 416-233-5410

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Computer Support Hot-Line


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Address: 3805 9 St, Des Moines IA 50313-3342
BBS Phone: 515-246-1353
Computer Users Exchange (CUE)
Address: 1710 SW 33ST, Topeka KS 66611-2504
BBS Phone: 913-267-1903
Computrol BBS
Address: PO Box 281, Hornsby NSW 2077 AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 61-2-489-6848
Connect Ireland
Address: 20 Mark Street, Dublin 2 IRELAND
BBS Phone: 353-1-6711687
Construction Net #6
Address: PO Box 1418, Los Alamos NM 87544
BBS Phone: 505-662-0659
Conway PC Users Group BBS
Address: PO BOX 10442, Toadsuck Station, Conway AR 72032
BBS Phone: 501-329-7227
County Seat BBS
Address: 105 N River Road # 111, Mt Clemens MI 48043-1927
BBS Phone: 810-468-2625
CRIS
st
Address: 400 41 St, Bay City MI 48708
BBS Phone: 517-895-0510
Crossroads, BBS
Address: PO Box 1022, Lexington SC 29071-1022
BBS Phone: 803-957-7077
Crystal Mountain BBS
Address: 402 Chestnut Hill Ave, Athol MA 01331
BBS Phone: 508-249-2156
CyberCity BBS
Address: 219 Du Vallon, Aylmer QB J9J 1N9 CANADA
BBS Phone: 819-684-8232
Cyberia Communications, Inc
Address: One Market Way East, York PA 17401
BBS Phone: 717-848-1666
Dagan Software BBS
Address: 8130 Dagan St, Anchorage AK 99502
BBS Phone: 907-248-8130

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Darin
Address: PO Box 202, Qatif 31911, SAUDI ARABIA
BBS Phone: 966-3-855-2131

813

Data-Base BBS
Address: 3 Grandin Drive, Annandale NJ 08801-3346
BBS Phone: 908-735-2180
Dataland BBS
Address: 7303 Hana Rd, Edison NJ 08817
BBS Phone: 908-572-5762
DataLynx BBS
Address: Capri Electronics Corp, PO Box 589, Bayfield CO
81122-0589
BBS Phone: 970-884-6001
Deep Cove BBS
Address: PO Box 45504, Sunnyside Mall PO, Surrey BC V4A 9N3
CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-536-5885
Del Ches Systems BBS
Address: 11 Andover Drive, Exton PA 19341
BBS Phone: 610-363-6625
Destination CPU
Address: PO Box 906, Elmira NY 14902-0906
BBS Phone: 607-737-6901
DFG Financial BBS
Address: PO Drawer 4006, 606 North Eighth Street, Opelika AL
36803-4006
BBS Phone: 334-745-0579
Direct Connect
Address: PO Box 6684, Philadelphia PA 19149
BBS Phone: 215-535-1917
DR. SNED'S RBBS-IN-A-BOX
Address: RT # 1 BOX 232, San Mateo FL 32187-9801
BBS Phone: 904-325-6558
DreamLine II BBS
Address: 10 Pleasant Rd, Norristown PA 19401
BBS Phone: 610-279-2760
DSC BBS
Address: 17 Richard Rd, Ivyland PA 18974-1512
BBS Phone: 215-443-9434
DTEL
Address: 1832 North DuPont Highway, Dover DE 19901
BBS Phone: 302-739-2818

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

Electro-Technika
Address: P.O. Box 8210, Colorado Springs CO 80933-8210
BBS Phone: 719-380-0541

814

EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc


Address: PO BOX 238, LANSING NY 14882-0238
BBS Phone: 607-533-7072
Europa BBS
Address: Nicolasa Gomez, 80 B, 28022 MADRID SPAIN
BBS Phone: 34-1-320-8460 #2
Event Horizons
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Address: 530 4 St #B, Lake Oswego OR 97034-3006
BBS Phone: 503-697-5100
Evergreen BBS
Address: 104 Evergreen Ave, Hopatcong NJ 07843
BBS Phone: 201-398-2373
Excalibur
Address: 36450 Farmbrook Drive, Bldg 51, Clinton Township MI
48035
BBS Phone: 810-792-9078
Exec-PC
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Address: 2105 S 170 Street, New Berlin WI 53151
BBS Phone: 414-789-4210
Express Net
Address: 11155 Wilshire Chase Drive, Duluth GA 30136
BBS Phone: 404-410-9139
Family-Net bbs
Address: 11693 N. Shore Drive Apt 22C, Reston VA 22090
BBS Phone: 703-787-6708
Fantasy Land
Address: 2404 South Sixth, Springfield IL 62703
BBS Phone: 214-535-1005
File World BBS
Address: PO Box 901, Georgetown KY 40324
BBS Phone: 502-867-1800
Flix Pages & Tunes
Address: 4 Briar Lane, Weston MA 02193-1465
BBS Phone: 617-235-0789
Full Connection BBS
Address: Caixa Postal 108, Santo Andre - SP BRAZIL
BBS Phone: 011 440 7204

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

815

Games R' Us
Address: 1314 Sycamore Street, Norman OK 73072
BBS Phone: 405-447-7954
Gateway Online
Address: PO Box 82, Rockwood MI 48173
BBS Phone: 313-297-5571
Gateway Software BBS
Address: 1230 Market Street Ste 402, San Francisco CA 94102
BBS Phone: 415-885-1392
GEnie IBM R/T
Address: 100 Bleecker St #19E, New York NY 10012
BBS Phone: 800-638-9636
GeoFract BBS
Address: 17729 Devall Road, Spencerville IN 46788-9202
BBS Phone: 219-627-3309
Geowiz
Address: PO Box 540, Toormina NSW 2452 AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 066-584-396
GLIB
Address: PO BOX 636, ARLINGTON VA 22216
BBS Phone: 703-578-4542
HACOM BBS
Address: A.Blankaartsingel 113, Amersfoort 3813-PA NETHERLANDS
BBS Phone: 31-33-803610
HAL 9000 BBS
Address: 5145 Pontiac Trail, Ann Arbor MI 48105-9627
BBS Phone: 313-663-4173
Hamster BBS
Address: ZIMMERSTRASSE 9, 58638 ISERLOHN GERMANY
BBS Phone: 49 237114490
HAWG WILD! BBS, INC.
Address: PO BOX 540691, OMAHA NE 68154
BBS Phone: 402-493-2737
Hawk's Castle
Address: 61 Juniper, Birch Hill, Bracknell BERKS RG12 7ZF U.K.
BBS Phone: 344 411621
Hermes Center BBS
Address: Boite Postale N.3, Quincy Sous Senart 91480 FRANCE
BBS Phone: 331 69007672

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816

Hogard Software Solutions


Address: 4533 Marblearch Dr, Grand Prairie TX 75052
BBS Phone: 214-641-6292
Hollywood News/Info System
Address: PO Box 366, Hollywood MD 20636
BBS Phone: 301-373-3530
Horse Feathers BBS
Address: 35123 Ravine Ln, Ingleside IL 60041
BBS Phone: 708-587-9214
Hottips BBS Glendale
Address: PO Box 764, La Canada CA 91012
BBS Phone: 818-248-3088
HouseNet BBS
Address: PO Box 520, St Michaels MD 21663
BBS Phone: 410-745-2037
HSX Support Groups
Address: 132 Hutchin Hill Rd, Shady NY 12409
Hubert Middle School
Address: 768 Grant Street, Savannah GA 31499
BBS Phone: 912-651-5632
HUG & Lincoln Software
Address: 1136 SUNNYSIDE DRIVE, HAGERSTOWN MD 21742-3044
BBS Phone: 301-733-6456
Icaro BBS
Address: c/o Luis de Salazar, 9 5C, MADRID 28002 SPAIN
BBS Phone: 011-34-1-519-4645
iLink Information Service
Address: Flt D, 20/F, Blk 6, Phase 2, Belvedere Garden, TSUEN
WAN HONG KONG HONG KONG
BBS Phone: 852-611-9399
Impact! Online
Address: 8855 SW Brabham Way, Gaston OR 97119
BBS Phone: 503-985-3408
INFO-CENTER BBS
Address: De Hassels 2, B-2400 MOL BELGIUM
BBS Phone: 32 14 311 455
Infonet Services
Address: Bally Curreen Estate, Kinsale Road, CORK IRELAND
BBS Phone: 353-21-310170

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

Bazan, Carlos
Address: APDO POSTAL 105-60, Mexico City CP 11581 MEXICO
BBS Phone: 525-525-3732
Inter-Connexions
Address: 123, rue Valin, Hull QC J8Y 4W3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 819-776-0088
Interact BBS
Address: Blk 228 Pasir Ris St 21, #09-08, Singapore 1851
SINGAPORE
BBS Phone: 65 581 7024
Intercity BBS
Address: 4615 PATTERSON AVE, RICHMOND VA 23226-1341
BBS Phone: 804-353-4160
JADE
Address: 416 Colby Ct, Janesville WI 53546
BBS Phone: 608-757-3000
JAPCUG
Address: 1804 Chapin St, Jackson MI 49203-1804
BBS Phone: 517-789-7556
JBJ Systems PC Board BBS
Address: 1549 Methyl Street, Pittsburgh PA 15216
BBS Phone: 412-341-9323
Jezebel's Parlour BBS
Address: 276 Pleasant Hill Rd, Flanders NJ 07836
BBS Phone: 201-927-2932
Jims' PC Paradise
Address: 87-26 56 Avenue, Elmhurst NY 11373
BBS Phone: 718-458-0502
JIX BBS
Address: 2-7-12 Higashi-Tenma, KITA-KU OSAKA 530 JAPAN
BBS Phone: 06 351-6074
JUPITER BBS
Address: PO BOX 935, JUPITER FL 33468-0935
BBS Phone: 407-575-3853
Just Programs BBS
Address: 313 West Webster Ave, Roselle Park NJ 07204
BBS Phone: 908-298-9098
KBTC BBS
Address: 407 SOUTH HILBORN AVE, WEST COVINA CA 91791
BBS Phone: 818-967-0701

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818

Kitty's Cafe! BBS


Address: PO Box 604843, Flushing NY 11360
BBS Phone: 718-352-4194
Knight Light PCB BBS
Address: Hugoverrieststraat 34, Pl Tilburg 5044 NETHERLANDS
BBS Phone: 31-13-678227
Knightec BBS
Address: 35 Rorb Blvd #6, Orangeville ON L9W 3L1 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-940-0007
Koeltz Scientific Books USA
Address: 1911 North Duncan Road, Champaign IL 61821
BBS Phone: 217-355-4532
KSI Public BBS
Address: 305 N Walnut St, PO Box 395, Walton IN 46994
BBS Phone: 219-626-2150
L.I.N.E.
Address: PO Box 19, Greenlawn NY 11740
BBS Phone: 516-261-9701
Lakeside Wildcat! BBS
Address: 9717 Caraway Court, Lakeside CA 92040-4225
BBS Phone: 619-390-7328
Last Chance TBBS
Address: PO Box 2536, Universal City TX 78148
BBS Phone: 210-822-7519
Late Nite DIVERSIONS
Address: #2-1200 London Road Ste 241, Sarnia ONT N7V 2B9
CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-332-0241
Lighthouse BBS
Address: 500 NORTHGATE DR, DYER IN 46311
BBS Phone: 219-864-1066
Live Wire BBS
Address: C-503, Eden-4, Hiranandani Garden, Powai, Bombay
400076 INDIA
BBS Phone: 91-22-5787812
Live Wire BBS Calcutta
Address: C/O M.L. Khemka & Sons, 4 Floor,6OLD Post Office St,
Calcutta - 1 INDIA (W.B.)
BBS Phone: 33-2481356

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819

Long's Peak BBS


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Address: 1820 17 Ave, Longmont CO 80501
BBS Phone: 303-772-7921
LoperNet BBS
Address: 311 West 11th Street, PO Box 1004, Kearney NE
68848-1004
BBS Phone: 308-234-2247
Magpie BBS
Address: 301 East Main St, CROTHERSVILLE IN 47229
BBS Phone: 812-793-2237
Mainstreet Online
Address: 502 Fontanelle Ct, San Jose CA 95111-1712
BBS Phone: 408-224-7523
mAp/LZ
Address: 6049 Dwight, Dearborn Hgts MI 48127
BBS Phone: 313-563-8940
McBaud! BBS
Address: Adenauerlaan 84, 3137 JA Vlaardingen, NETHERLANDS
BBS Phone: 31 10-4752961
Media Concept BBS
Address: RUE DE SAINT LEGER 40, LUSTIN B-5170 BELGIUM
BBS Phone: 011 32 411300
MegaSystem
Address: 1335 Greg St Ste 103, Sparks NV 89431
BBS Phone: 702-359-2666
Mercury Opus
Address: 4301 11th Avenue N, St Petersburg FL 33713-5207
BBS Phone: 813-321-0734
MetroPitt BBS
Address: 125 John Giel Drive, Glenshaw PA 15116-2803
BBS Phone: 412-487-9223
Micro Message Service (MMS)
Address: 1464 Garmer Station Blvd, Suite 100, Raleigh NC 27603
BBS Phone: 919-779-6647
Microlink D
Address: 12244 Applewood Knolls Dr, Lakewood CO 80215
BBS Phone: 303-237-8575
MicroMetric Support BBS
Address: 98 Dade Ave, Sarasota FL 34232-1609
BBS Phone: 813-371-2490

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MidEast Connection BBS


Address: PO Box 56496, Riyadh 11554 SAUDI ARABIA
BBS Phone: 966 1-441-0075
Midwest Data Exchange
Address: 119 S Main, Aberdeen SD 57401
BBS Phone: 605-226-2428
MindWare Online
Address: PO Box 365, Berkeley CA 94701
BBS Phone: 510-843-8071
Mortgage Market On-Line
Address: 53 E St Charles Rd, Villa Park IL 60181
BBS Phone: 708-834-1450
Mr Wonderful's Lair
Address: 670 South Anderson St, Los Angeles CA 90023
BBS Phone: 213-261-8055
MSmac BBS
Address: Rua Princesa Benedita n-4 1-dr, Torres Vedras 2560
PORTUGAL
BBS Phone: 351-61-314336
MSN Shareware Forum
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Address: 2526 69 Ave S, St Petersburg FL 33712-5631
MultiServer
Address: Schubertstraat 38, 8031 ZE Zwolle NETHERLANDS
BBS Phone: 31-38-541358
MultiSystem TBBS
Address: 2524 ELMDALE DRIVE, CINCINNATI OH 45230-1213
BBS Phone: 513-231-7013
Multiverse
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Address: 1965 East 6 St Ste 610, Cleveland OH 44114
BBS Phone: 216-644-6776
Murphy BBS
Address: Carrer Nou, 57 Atic, 08291 Ripollet (BCN) 08291 SPAIN
BBS Phone: 34-3-580-85-15
My Computer Company
Address: PO Box 99, 25 Albert St, Erskineville NSW 2043
AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 612-565-1044
My Home BBS!
Address: PO Box 16203, Augusta GA 30919-2203
BBS Phone: 706-733-1124

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

NAFI On-line
Address: PO Box 957257, 2155 Stonington Ave # 118, Hoffman
Estates IL 60194
BBS Phone: 708-885-9305
NCS Cape Town
Address: 57 Bedford St, Parow CAPE TOWN 7500 SOUTH AFRICA
BBS Phone: 27-21-930-4654
Networking BBS
Address: Zoss Communications Inc, 714 East La Salle Avenue,
South Bend IN 46617
BBS Phone: 219-288-1402
New Horizons BBS
Address: 12627 Kornett Lane, Bowie MD 20715
BBS Phone: 301-805-8910
Nice Day BBS
Address: Lerchenstrasse 15, 4132 Muttenz SWITZERLAND
BBS Phone: 41-61-463-0321
Night Dream BBS
Address: Naestvedvej 24, VORDINBORG DK-4760 DENMARK
BBS Phone: 45 55340404
Night Voyager BBS
Address: E 16406 20TH CT, Veradale WA 99037
BBS Phone: 509-926-1686
Nite-Air BBS System
Address: RD 2, Box 457, Bartlett Road, Rome NY 13440
BBS Phone: 315-339-8831
NJ Computer Connection
Address: PO BOX 6909, Lawrenceville NJ 08648
BBS Phone: 609-895-0398
NJPCUG
Address: PO BOX 14, Paraums NJ 07653-0014
BBS Phone: 201-835-3122
Node Dakota BBS
Address: 1911 San Diego Dr, Bismarck ND 58504-7222
BBS Phone: 701-224-1431
NORDIC Enterprises EDMS
Address: PO BOX 509, Ipswich MA 01938
BBS Phone: 508-356-1166
Northern Computer Services
Address: PO Box 45, Glenroy Melborne VIC 3046 AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 61-3-306-5130

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822

Northern Exposure
Address: 43 Primrose Crescent, Fulwell SUNDERLAND SR6 9RJ
ENGLAND
BBS Phone: 44 91-548-0892
Nucleus Information Service
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Address: 1835 B 10 Ave SW, Calgary Alberta T3C 0K2 CANADA
BBS Phone: 403-541-9400
OBSdata-BBS
Address: Nuevo Chilches 3 Nr.5, Chilches-Malaga 29760 SPAIN
BBS Phone: 34-95-251-4228
OMEGA-ONE BBS
Address: PO Box 1416, Corinth MS 38834-1416
BBS Phone: 601-287-1336
Online Systems of Canada
Address: 383 Richmond Street, Ste 900, London ON N6A 3C4
CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-642-0700
Opus Networx
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Address: PO Box Int'l #4N-1223, 8340 NW 56
33166
BBS Phone: 809-628-5023

Street, Miami FL

OTB Communication System


Address: 14-121 Ripley Court, Oakville ON L6H 1H2 CANADA
BBS Phone: 905-844-2483
Our Town OnLine
Address: 240 Clipper Way, Seal Beach CA 90740
BBS Phone: 310-799-8553
P & A BBS
Address: 302 Bellwins 1367-23, Nakagami Akishima TOKYO 196
JAPAN
BBS Phone: 81 425-46-9143
P&G Enterprises
Address: 1106 Oak, Duncan OK 73533
BBS Phone: 405-255-6897
Pacific Rim Information
Address: 4580 Mt Alifan Drive, San Diego CA 92111-2504
BBS Phone: 619-278-7361
Panama ShareWare
Address: 8501 N Logoon #307, PANAMA CITY BEACH FL 32408
BBS Phone: 904-235-3634

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

823

PC PULSE
Address: PO Box 2265, BRENERTON WA 98310
BBS Phone: 206-377-8508
PC Shop
Address: 37 Jalan Silang, Kuala Lumpur 50050 MALAYSIA
BBS Phone: 603-957-4373
PC-Cubed
Address: 35 Charit Way, Rochester NY 14626-1101
BBS Phone: 716-723-8489
PC-DSD Direct Access BBS
Address: 1254 Elden Ave, Los Angeles CA 90006
BBS Phone: 213-384-0809
PC-Monitor
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Address: PO Box 5, 305 East 6
BBS Phone: 507-373-1100

St, Albert Lea MN 56007

PC-Ohio
Address: 23749 CEDAR ROAD, CLEVELAND OH 44122-1069
BBS Phone: 216-381-3320
Peace Connection BBS
Address: Franciscan Friars, 329 Poplar at Cedar Sts, Hazard KY
41701-1541
BBS Phone: 606-439-1743
Pennsylvania OnLine!
Address: PO Box 6501, Harrisburg PA 17112
BBS Phone: 717-657-8699
Pistonhead
Address: 2115 Lennox Rd, Richmond VA 23228-6038
BBS Phone: 804-262-4036
PJ Systems
Address: 7290 Britton Hwy, Britton Mi 49229
BBS Phone: 517-451-2072
Po' Boy's BBS
Address: 4533 Beth Manor Dr Apt B, Montgomery AL 36109
BBS Phone: 205-271-3545
Prime Cut BBS
Address: 13 Kirkbrae Drive, Lincoln RI 02865-1007
BBS Phone: 401-334-3096
Prime Time BBS
Address: PO Box 6997, BURBANK CA 91510
BBS Phone: 818-982-7271

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

PrometheuS
Address: via Podgora 132, 70124 Bari ITALY
BBS Phone: 39-80-551-5278
Psychobabble
Address: 481 Cypress Lane J-179, Greenville MS 38701
BBS Phone: 601-332-9453
PUMA Wildcat!
Address: PO BOX 13231, Alexandria LA 71315
BBS Phone: 318-443-1065
Puss N Boots
Address: PO Box 832556, Richardson TX 75083
BBS Phone: 214-437-0688
QuickSilver
Address: D&R Enterprises, PO BOX 94318-503, Las Vegas NV
89193-4318
BBS Phone: 702-384-8503
R.B. Enterprises
th
Address: 711 East 134 Street, Bradenton FL 34202
BBS Phone: 813-748-5380 NP
RadioComm
Address: PO Box 633, Park Ridge IL 60068
BBS Phone: 708-518-8336
Rama One BBS
th
Address: 73-35 70
Street, Glendale NY 11385
BBS Phone: 718-366-6165
Rapid River BBS
Address: 6848 Highway 34, Rudolph WI 54475-9531
BBS Phone: 715-435-3855
Real Estate Online
Address: 710 Main St, Huntington Beach CA 92648
BBS Phone: 714-969-9624
Real Exposure
th
Address: 121 W 27 St Ste 703A, New York NY 10001
BBS Phone: 212-691-2679
RunWay BBS
Address: PO Box 0941, Lansdowne PA 19050
Sable OnLine!
Address: PO Box 5011, Gardena CA 90249-5011
BBS Phone: 310-768-8362

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Sac BBS
Address: Eset s.r.o. Ondavska 3, 826 47 Bratislava SLOVAKIA
BBS Phone: 42-7-204-8232
Sales Automation Success!
Address: 2815 NW Pime Cone Drive, Issaquah WA 98027-8698
BBS Phone: 206-392-8943
Seascape! BBS
Address: PO BOX 326, MOREHEAD CITY NC 28557
BBS Phone: 919-726-9364
Servant of the Lord
Address: 6113 W RIVER ROAD, MATOACA VA 23803-8047
BBS Phone: 804-590-2161
SFE Systems BBS
Address: PO Box 4655, Huntsville AL 35815
BBS Phone: 205-650-0107
Shadow's Palace BBS
Address: 11501 NE 11th Place, Biscayne Park FL 33161
BBS Phone: 305-895-4688
Sharpenit! RBBS
Address: 65 Valentine Street, Agawam MA 01001
BBS Phone: 413-786-4706
Sigma Industries BBS
Address: 800 S. Main St, Lakeport CA 95453
BBS Phone: 707-263-8582
SIGMA IOTIA RBBS
Address: 4006 Desert Drive, Pasco WA 99301
BBS Phone: 509-965-0467
Silicon Tundra BBS
Address: PO Box 97, Munster Hamlet ON KOA 3PO CANADA
BBS Phone: 613-838-4684
Skip's Doghouse BBS
Address: 621 Big Horn Dr, O'Fallom MO 63366-6944
BBS Phone: 314-240-7547
Alves, Miguel Lupi
Address: Estrada da Luz 161-31Dto, Lisboa 1600 PORTUGAL
BBS Phone: 351 1 7269042
SkyWatch
Address: 2667 Rothwell St, Regina SK S4N 2E2 CANADA
BBS Phone: 306-569-0581

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826

Software Creations
Address: 26 Harris Street, Clinton MA 01510
BBS Phone: 508-365-2359
SOM Premium Info Network
Address: 269 WAUKENA AVE, OCEANSIDE NY 11572-4335
BBS Phone: 516-536-8723
Southern Star BBS
Address: c/o Axonn Corp #202, 101 W Robert E Lee Blvd, New
Orleans LA 70124
BBS Phone: 504-885-5928
Southwest BBS
Address: PO Box 70062, Pasadena CA 91117-7062
BBS Phone: 818-285-8684
Space BBS
Address: PO BOX X, MENLO PARK CA 94026
BBS Phone: 415-323-4193
Squirrel's Nest
Address: 1250 E BLUFF ST, MARSEILLES IL 61341
BBS Phone: 815-795-6371
St Louis Users Group BBS
Address: 12365 Maverick Drive Apt F, Maryland Heights MO 63043
BBS Phone: 314-878-7614
Starlight
Address: PO Box 15752, Seattle WA 98115
BBS Phone: 206-782-3221
Starview Communications
Address: 448 N Cedar Bluff Rd #316, Knoxville TN 37923
BBS Phone: 615-531-8892
Stimpy's Sandbox
Address: 613 Herman Ave, Lemoyne PA 17043
BBS Phone: 717-730-8504
Stingray, Stingray II
Address: 534 W Cromwell Ave, Clovis CA 93611
BBS Phone: 209-434-4215
STSI
Address: PO Box 297, Bertha MN 56437
BBS Phone: 218-924-2060
Sudden Impact
Address: 1011 S Armstrong, Kokomo IN 46902
BBS Phone: 317-457-5957

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

827

Sunset Ridge BBS


th
Address: 9320 S 54 Court, Oak Lawn IL 60453
BBS Phone: 708-636-0971
Superior Shareware
Address: PO Box 26005, Thunder Bay ON P7E 2M0 CANADA
BBS Phone: 807-475-3099
Support U.
Address: 11221 Manchester Rd # 313, St Louis MO 63122-1122
BBS Phone: 314-984-8387
SYNAPSE BBS
Address: 22 Beloeil, Gatineau QB J8T 7G3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 819-561-4321
Systems Engineering
Address: 13 Orchard Rd, South Hamilton MA 01982-1417
BBS Phone: 508-927-2505
T-8000 Information System
Address: 3324 49TH STREET SW, CALGARY AB T3E 3Y3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 403-246-4487
T.I.F.S.D.B. China-Link
Address: 636 Coral Reef Drive, Galthersburg MD 20878
BBS Phone: 301-975-9794 USA
TechNet BBS
Address: Dynamic Learning Systems, PO BOX 805, MARLBORO MA
01752
BBS Phone: 508-366-7683
Techno-Babble
Address: 29550 High Meadow, Farmington Hills MI 48334
BBS Phone: 810-737-2912
Ten Forward
Address: PO Box 813, Port Angeles WA 98362
BBS Phone: 206-452-7681
TESS
Address: Fuuthof 21, PO BOX 85332, 3508 AH UTRECHT NETHERLANDS
BBS Phone: 31-30-522171
Texada Graphic Windows
Address: PO Box 1 Van Anda, Texada Island BC V0N 3K0 CANADA
BBS Phone: 604-486-7229
The 8-Bit Corner
Address: 1297 Lakeshore Drive, Muskegon MI 49441
BBS Phone: 616-755-3013

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

828

The Albuquerque ROS


Address: PO Box 13150, Albuquerque NM 87192-3150
BBS Phone: 505-296-3000
The Atomic Cafe BBS
Address: PO Box 720894, Houston TX 77072
BBS Phone: 713-530-8875
The Baud Room BBS
Address: PO BOX 254, Clifton Hill VIC 3068 AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 613-481-8022
The Bee Line
Address: 26 Elizabeth Street, Orangeville ON L9W 1C1 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-940-4990
The Big Byte
Address: 609 Rogers St., Rockwell NC 28138
BBS Phone: 704-279-2295
The BixBox
Address: PO BOX 75, Chatham KENT ME5 9DL ENGLAND
BBS Phone: 44 0 1634-200931
The Black Cauldron
Address: 704 Highgate Dr, Winter Springs FL 32708
BBS Phone: 407-699-6613
The Black Gold BBS
Address: 18252 E 90 N, Owasso OK 74055
BBS Phone: 918-272-7779
The Blue Ridge Express
Address: PO BOX 34446, Richmond VA 23234
BBS Phone: 804-790-1675
THE BOARD
Address: 2828 Cochran St #271, Simi Valley CA 93065
BBS Phone: 818-366-8874
The Bobcat BBS System
Address: 100 Anthony Road #05-100, Cairnhill Garden, Singapore
0922 SINGAPORE
BBS Phone: 65-738-2509
THE BOSS
Address: 206 County Road, Tenafly NJ 07670
BBS Phone: 201-568-7293
The Break RBBS <East>
Address: 4660 WHITAKER PL, DALE CITY VA 22193-3011
BBS Phone: 703-680-9269

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

The Bytes 'n Bits BBS


Address: P.O. Box 3320, Bayonne N.J. 07002
BBS Phone: 201-437-4355
The Casino Bulletin Board
Address: PO Box 451, Pomona NJ 08240-0451
BBS Phone: 609-485-2380
The Cat Eye
Address: Route 1 Box 184, Shinnston WV 26431
BBS Phone: 304-592-3390
The Chicago Game Zone!
Address: 3001 S King Drive, Suite # 1818, Chicago IL 60616
BBS Phone: 312-949-0350
The Colorado Connection
Address: 6700 Van Gordon St, Arvada CO 80001
BBS Phone: 303-423-9775
The Command Line
Address: 4501 E La Palma Ave Ste 200, Anaheim CA 92807
BBS Phone: 714-779-7500
The Communique
Address: 960 Wemberton Dr, Nashville TN 37214
BBS Phone: 615-885-9792
The Computer Matrix
Address: PO BOX 3150, Springfield MO 65808
BBS Phone: 417-862-8910
The Consultant BBS
Address: PO Box 8571, New York NY 10116-4655
BBS Phone: 718-837-3236
The Contraxx BBS
Address: 7836 Snead Lane, Falls Church VA 22043
BBS Phone: 703-573-5255
The Country Store
Address: 816 Belvedere Dr, COLUMBUS GA 31907
BBS Phone: 706-561-7359
The Cutting Edge
Address: 101 W Lincoln St, PO Box 98, Merrillan WI 54754
BBS Phone: 715-333-2224
The Cygnus X-I Opus BBS
Address: 12 Homesdale Ave, Southington CT 06489
BBS Phone: 203-620-0757

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The Dart Board


Address: 17921 Co Rd 25, Dolores CO 81323
BBS Phone: 303-882-2360
The Darton Connection
Address: 2400 Gillionville Rd, Albany GA 31707
BBS Phone: 912-430-3007
The DataCom System
Address: PO Box 332, Cornwall ON K6H 5T1 CANADA
BBS Phone: 613-938-5000
The DataExchange BBS
Address: 119 Herring St, Leesville LA 71446
BBS Phone: 318-239-2122
The Dew Drop Inn
Address: 3567 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR #222, WEST MIFFLIN PA 15122
BBS Phone: 412-854-0619
The Electronic Grapevine
Address: 1260 Thompson Ave, Napa CA 94558
BBS Phone: 707-257-2338
The Electronic Oracle
Address: 12 Brentwood Road, FLINDERS PARK 5025 S.AUSTRALIA
BBS Phone: 61 8 234 1150
The Elusive Diamond
Address: 9922 Coffer Woods Rd, Burke VA 22015
BBS Phone: 703-323-6423
The Evans BBS
Address: 302 East Coffren Ave, Greenville MI 48838
BBS Phone: 616-754-6180
The FABulous BBS
Address: 851 State Road 434 E Ste 106, Longwood FL 32750-5364
BBS Phone: 407-834-6466
The Family Room
Address: 6403 Normandy St, Weston WI 54476
BBS Phone: 715-355-8311
The File Bank
Address: PO BOX 2828, Fallbrook CA 92088
BBS Phone: 619-728-4318
THE FILE BANK, INC.
Address: 540 Acoma Street, Denver CO 80204
BBS Phone: 303-534-4646

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

831

The Firebox Express


Address: 2120 Keystone, Sterling Heights MI 48310
BBS Phone: 810-826-9411
The French Connexion
Address: 3017 St. Clair Ave #264, Burlington ON L7N 3P5 CANADA
BBS Phone: 905-632-5653
The G-Net BBS
Address: 610 Elm Street, Struthers OH 44471
BBS Phone: 216-755-0843
The Game Room
Address: 7007 Illahee Rd NE, Bremerton WA 98311-9664
BBS Phone: 206-698-9734
The Garbage Dump
Address: PO BOX 16032, Albuquerque NM 87191-6032
BBS Phone: 505-294-5675
The Global-Link Network Inc
Address: PO Box 61299, Denver CO 80206-8299
BBS Phone: 303-680-4563
The Golden*Dane BBS
Address: 633 Franklin Ave Suite 128, NUTLEY NJ 07110
BBS Phone: 201-338-5265
The Good News BBS
Address: 717 S Henderson St, PO Box 1273, Bloomington IN 47402
BBS Phone: 812-335-3575
The Grinder
Address: 195-114 Tierra Rejada Rd, Simi Valley CA 93065
BBS Phone: 805-583-5833
The Hole in the Wall
Address: 6325 N Ponderosa Way, Parker CO 80134-5615
BBS Phone: 303-841-5515
The INDEX System (tm)
Address: 6030 E Alabama Ste 114, Woodstock GA 30188
BBS Phone: 404-924-8472
THE INVENTION FACTORY
Address: 321 Greenwich Street, New York NY 10013-3340
BBS Phone: 212-274-8110
The Kandy Shack
Address: 12531 Strathmore Dr, Garden Grove CA 92640-5502
BBS Phone: 714-636-2667

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

The Laser BBS


Address: 18 Heath Terrace, Cortlandt Manor NY 10566
BBS Phone: 914-734-7045

832

The Ledge PCBoard


Address: 6858 Acco Street, Los Angeles CA 90040
BBS Phone: 818-896-4015
The Liberty BBS
Address: Suite 102, 446 S Anaheim Hills Rd, Amaheim Hills CA
92807
BBS Phone: 714-996-7777
The Library! BBS
Address: PO Box 70177, Riverside CA 92513
BBS Phone: 909-780-6365
The LINK BBS
Address: 2975 Wilshire Blvd # 600, Los Angeles CA 90010
BBS Phone: 310-459-1264
The Locker Room
Address: 12132 Severn Way, Riverside CA 92503
BBS Phone: 909-270-5278
The Mages Inn
Address: 4326 South 26 Street, Omaha NE 68107
BBS Phone: 402-734-4748
The Mail Room BBS
Address: 903 College Dr Apt #1, Anderson IN 46012-4040
BBS Phone: 317-644-5029
The Mars Station
Address: PO Box 878, Yermo CA 92398
BBS Phone: 619-254-3012
The Menagerie BBS
Address: 209 W Pearl Street, Willard OH 44890
BBS Phone: 419-935-0245
The Miami PC Users Group
th
Address: 10448 SW 49 Place, Cooper City FL 33328
BBS Phone: 305-680-9481
The Mind's Eye
th
Address: 1540 19 Street SW, HICKORY NC 28602
BBS Phone: 704-322-1681
The MOG-UR'S EMS
Address: 11846 Balboa Blvd #293, Granada Hills CA 91344
BBS Phone: 818-366-4837

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

The Motherboard III


Address: Accudrive, 903-I Loop 336 West, Conroe TX 77301
BBS Phone: 409-441-2939
The National Cheese Emporium
Address: 1105 Creswood Rd, Philadelphia PA 19115-3003
BBS Phone: 215-673-0261
The Nexus BBS
Address: PO Box 8088, Fredericksburg VA 22404
BBS Phone: 703-898-7205
The Nor'Easter Premium BBS
Address: 25 Pendleton Lane, Londonderry NH 03053-3676
BBS Phone: 603-886-7072
The Omega Line
Address: 416 W St John, Olney IL 62450
BBS Phone: 618-392-4607
The On Ramp
Address: 5240 Bank St # 17, Fort Myers FL 33907
BBS Phone: 813-939-5630
The Out-Post RBBS
Address: PO Box 1568, OZARK AL 36361-1568
BBS Phone: 334-774-6989
The Philosopher's Stone
Address: PO Box 496, Ft Dick CA 95538
BBS Phone: 707-465-0925
The Pier Exchange
Address: 50 Tulane Road, Buffalo NY 14217-1604
BBS Phone: 716-875-0283
The Point BBS
Address: 122 CEDAR ST, STEVENS POINT WI 54481
BBS Phone: 715-345-1327
The Privy Ledged BBS
Address: 5572 West Joaquin Street, Kearns UT 84118-7212
BBS Phone: 801-966-6270
The PROF-BBS
Address: 2050 Idle Hour Center Ste 106, Lexington KY 40502
BBS Phone: 606-269-1565
The Racers Net
Address: PO Box 251, Tahoe Vista CA 96148-0251
BBS Phone: 916-546-2095

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Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

834

The Radio Wave PCBoard BBS


Address: PO Box 1026, Delran NJ 08075
BBS Phone: 609-764-0812
The Resting Place BBS
Address: PO Box 323, Sandwich IL 60548-0323
BBS Phone: 815-786-6240
The Richmond Connection BBS
Address: PO Box 70241, Richmond VA 23255
BBS Phone: 804-740-1364
The RoadHouse BBS
Address: 4095-B Creek Wau, Indianapolis IN 46227-4036
BBS Phone: 317-784-2147
The Rock Garden
Address: PO Box 33455, Phoenix AZ 85067-3455
BBS Phone: 602-220-0001
The Sandbox
Address: PO Box 30902, Midwest City OK 73140
BBS Phone: 405-737-9540
The Sceptic Tank
Address: PO Box 458, Dupont WA 98327-0458
BBS Phone: 206-754-4878
The Seaside
Address: PO Box 2686, Santa Barbara CA 93120
BBS Phone: 805-964-4766
The Seeker's Place
Address: 58 MacDade, Darby PA 19023
BBS Phone: 215-237-1281
The Shack BBS
Address: 43 Hillview Road, Findon Valley, Worthing WEST SUSSEX
BN14 OBX U.K.
BBS Phone: 44 903-268668
The Shareware Support BBS
Address: 82 Akeman Street, Tring HERTS HP23 6AF U.K.
BBS Phone: 44 442 891109
The Silverado
Address: 95TH CSH, Unit 29223 Box 176, APO AE 09102
BBS Phone: 49 6221 767992
the small circle bbs
Address: PO Box 287, SUNSET LA 70584
BBS Phone: 318-662-3328

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

The Sounds of Silence


Address: 100 North Gallatin Road, MADISON TN 37115
BBS Phone: 615-449-5969
The Southeast Data Link
Address: P.O. Box 15304, Sarasota FL 34277
BBS Phone: 813-954-DATA
The Sports Club BBS
Address: 424 Rosemont Ave, Pasadena CA 91103-3556
BBS Phone: 818-792-4752
The Starship][BBS
Address: 50 Gordon Road, Roxbury Twsp NJ 07885
BBS Phone: 201-935-1485
The Storm Front BBS
Address: PO Box 144, Croydon PA 19021-5055
BBS Phone: 215-788-4662
The Tarheel Connection
Address: 6545 Lake Brandt Rd, Summerfield NC 27358
BBS Phone: 910-643-9570
The Tech Resource
Address: 3495 Hayes Lane, Beaumont TX 77703-2755
BBS Phone: 409-892-1977
The Tennessee Connection
Address: 5543 Edmondson Pike Ste 184, Nashville TN 37211
BBS Phone: 615-781-8636
The TOY SHOP-PC BBS
Address: 4195 Elwood Road, Spring Hill FL 34609
BBS Phone: 904-688-9124
The Transporter Room
Address: 1018 Glenfiddich Drive, Charlotte NC 28215
BBS Phone: 704-567-9513
The Treasure Chest
Address: 1565 Woods Road B2, Winston-Salem NC 27106
BBS Phone: 919-922-1047
The Twilight Zone
Address: 1119 E. Main Street, Auburndale WI 54412
BBS Phone: 715-652-2758
The UpAllNite Bbs
Address: RR #2 Unit 45, Chatham ON N7M RS2 CANADA
BBS Phone: 519-351-4364

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836

The Upper Limit BBS


Address: UP Technologies Inc, 917 South Division St, Salisbury
MD 21801-6432
BBS Phone: 410-860-0212
The V.I.N.E. BBS
Address: 2810 Allen's Way, Charlottesville VA 22901
BBS Phone: 804-978-7182
The Vault BBS
Address: 210 N Seffner Ave, Marion OH 43302
BBS Phone: 614-387-2762
The Wall BBS
Address: 69 Hawkin Rd, New Egypt NJ 08533
BBS Phone: 609-758-1991
The Wild Onion!
Address: 118 S York Ste 204, ELMHURST IL 60126
BBS Phone: 708-993-0461
The Windmill Company BBS
Address: PO Box 1529, Lubbock TX 79408
BBS Phone: 806-792-6116
The Wishing Well BBS
Address: PO Box 3722, Centerline MI 48015-3722
BBS Phone: 810-754-6731
the Wizard's Gate BBS
Address: 463 East Town Street, Columbus OH 43215-4796
BBS Phone: 614-224-1635
Thompson Towers BBS
Address: 4447 Ben Hill Road, Lithia Springs GA 30057-1130
BBS Phone: 404-941-0746
Thundervolts BBS
Address: 1175 Montecito Drive, Los Angeles CA 90031-1651
BBS Phone: 213-225-5474
Tiger Team Buddhist Info Net
Address: 1920 Francisco #112, Berkeley CA 94709
BBS Phone: 510-268-0102
Tim Eo/Timbbs
Address: 275 Dorin Court Road, Fort Lee NJ 07024
BBS Phone: 201-224-2688
Time Slice BBS
Address: PO Box 81, Greenlawn NY 11740-0081
BBS Phone: 516-266-5182

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

TNT Online
Address: 11350 Metro Pkwy #101, Ft Myers FL 33912
BBS Phone: 813-337-5999

837

Toledo's TBBS
Address: 4440 Samaria Road, Temperance MI 48182
BBS Phone: 313-854-6001
Top City BBS
th
Address: 78 East 10 St # 3401, St Paul MN 55101
BBS Phone: 612-225-1003
Totoche BBS
Address: 6305 Beaucourt, Montreal-Nord QC H1G 2G3 CANADA
BBS Phone: 514-326-8363
Trade Link
Address: Wolfsoelden 11, 74653 Kuenzelsau GERMANY
BBS Phone: 604-768-0988
Trader's Connection
Address: PO BOX 11499, Indianapolis IN 46201-0499
BBS Phone: 317-359-5199
Tranquility Base BBS
Address: PO Box 19483, OKLAHOMA CITY OK 73144-0483
BBS Phone: 405-682-2352
Trojan Horse
Address: Trinity Valley School, 6101 McCart Ave, Ft Worth TX
76133
BBS Phone: 817-346-8382
TTPBBS
Address: Church Croft, Bramshall, Uttoxeter STAFFS ST14 5DE
ENGLAND
BBS Phone: 44-889-568625
U.T. Dallas Undergraduate
Address: Univ of Texas at Dallas, PO Box 830688 M/S J03.2,
Richardson TX 75083-0688
BBS Phone: 214-883-2168
V-I-S-I-O-N
Address: PO BOX 290, W FRIENDSHIP MD 21794
BBS Phone: 410-461-8082
Valley Network
Address: PO Box 3365, Hailey ID 83333
BBS Phone: 208-788-0703

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

838

VICOM Information Service


Address: 68 E Main St, Chillicothe OH 45601
BBS Phone: 614-775-7083
Virginia Data Exchange
Address: PSC Box 3000, Mc Cellan AFB CA 95652-5000
Vision Quest
Address: 1695 Sixth St, Muskegon MI 49441
BBS Phone: 616-725-8566
VISIONARY
Address: 105 E Butler St, Manchester IA 52057-1606
BBS Phone: 310-927-4474
VisionBytes!
Address: 210 Summerford Circle, San Ramon CA 94583-4400
BBS Phone: 510-355-0968
Visus BBS
Address: Av.Marques de Tomar
BBS Phone: 3511796 5839

71 A, Lisboa 1000 PORTUGAL

VOS! OnLine Services


Address: 21-710 Coronation Ave, Ottawa ON K1G 4G7 CANADA
BBS Phone: 613-823-3142
Way Out Wild!
Address: 24 VijayVilla Bld, 79 Worli Seaface, Bombay
Maharashtra 400025 INDIA
BBS Phone: 91-22-496-1609
Wesley's Window
Address: 220 Orange Church Road, Canton GA 30114
BBS Phone: 404-522-9042
Why Not RBBS-PC
Address: PO BOX 20643, Long Beach CA 90801-0643
BBS Phone: 310-436-1311 PUB
WinCrew BBS
th
Address: 14540 SW 77 Ave, Miami FL 33158-1233
BBS Phone: 305-253-0100
Windchimes BBS
Address: PO Box 2100, Jupiter FL 33468
BBS Phone: 407-223-8918
Window Shop
Address: 4504 Peppermill Ct, Dumfries VA 22026
BBS Phone: 703-878-2989

Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"

839

WINGIT
Address: 1929 North Mission Road, Tallahassee FL 32303
BBS Phone: 904-386-8693
WLIO TBBS
Address: 706 McKenzie Dr, Lima OH 45805-1835
BBS Phone: 419-228-8227
Wolverine BBS
Address: PO Box 646, Midland MI 48640
BBS Phone: 517-695-9952
World Data Network,Inc
Address: 11088 Thrush Ridge Road, Reston VA 22091-4722
BBS Phone: 703-620-8900
WorldLink BBS
Address: 1 Seogebrook Close, Oakwood DERBY DE21 2DX U.K.
BBS Phone: 44 332-830362
Worldlink BBS LTD
Address: 28 Athol Green, Ovenden, Halifax W. Yorkshire HX3 5RN
U.K.
BBS Phone: 44-1422-322346
Xanadu BBS
Address: 862 Old Plainville Rd Unit #29, New Bedford MA 02745
BBS Phone: 508-995-9876
Xevious BBS
Address: 585 Edmands Road, Framingham MA 01701-3088
BBS Phone: 508-788-6951
YA! WEBECAD!
Address: 3117 Tremont Rd, Evansville IN 47710-3233
BBS Phone: 812-428-3870
Yutron Tech (Hong Kong) Lmtd
Address: Suite 1605, Tower A New Trade, Plaza, 6, On Ping
Street, Shatin, N. T. Hong Kong
BBS Phone: 852 6868 169
Ziff-Davis Interactive
Address: 25 First St, Cambridge MA 02141

Appendix D, "Retired shareware"

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Appendix D
Retired shareware
This appendix lists shareware products now "retired" by the
author. Retired products no longer receive the minimum levels
of support, and the authors have agreed to return any registration fees sent in for the software.
An author may retire a shareware product for any number of
reasons. Some applications have outlived their usefulness;
others may have grown too costly to continue supporting due to
competition from other authors.
Product: Astro-World for Windows
Author: Marcus Fabian
Astrology Program incl. printed evaluations.
Product: Astro-World fuer Windows
Author: Marcus Fabian
Astrologieprogramm (deutsch) fu"r Windows.
Product: Bible IQ Challenge
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Bible trivia game for 1-4 players.
Product: Book of Changes
Author: R.K. West Consulting
I CHING fortunes and philosophy.
Product: ClipBook
Author: Software Co-op
Windows graphics image cataloger w/clipart.
Product: DayCare
Author: Software Co-op
Complete daycare recordkeeping system.
Product: DiskPie
Author: Zorn Software
Graphical File Manager extension.
Product: FOURU
Author: GTX Software
Four handy utilities.

Appendix D, "Retired shareware"

Product: General Purpose System Analyzer


Author: COBOL Maintenance Technologies
COBOL system analysis and documentation.
Product: Halloween Match
Author: Glen DeBiasa
Eat all your candy corn by matching tiles.
Product: I.Q. Challenge
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Test knowledge in 5 categories, earn diploma.
Product: ImageCommander
Author: JASC, Inc.
Image file management for Windows.
Product: Maillist / M-Label
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Easy mailing list system for home or business.
Product: MYMIQ
Author: Gateway Software
Managing Your Money import stock quotes.
Product: OMNIDiZk
Author: Unicorn Software Limited
DiZk cataloging and labeling system.
Product: ORGANIZE! Your Legal Case Notes
Author: HomeCraft Software
Cataloging system for statutes and case notes.
Product: An Ounce Of Prevention
Author: Pete Maclean
Disaster prevention/data protection system.
Product: PACK TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting
Cub Scout pack automated records system.
Product: PARTY TRACKER
Author: Robert Barrentine Consulting
Political organization membership system.

841

Appendix D, "Retired shareware"

Product: PC Bartender
Author: HomeCraft Software
Recipes for drinks, featuring no-alchol drink.
Product: Penname
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Helps writers come up with names.
Product: PixFolio Image Catalog System
Author: ACK Software
Windows Image Cataloging System.
Product: PrinterBUDDY
Author: Lenard Dean
A setup utility for all printers.
Product: PRO$TOCK
Author: Gateway Software
Downloads stock quotes & news from Prodigy.
Product: PROMASTER
Author: Gateway Software
Adds power to Prodigy software.
Product: Pulsar for DOS
Author: Tesserax Information Systems
LaserJet printer utility for DOS.
Product: QMU
Author: Gateway Software
Prodigy/Quicken link.
Product: SCBABOTL
Author: Raymond A.J. Pesek
Fire dept. SCBA bottle & PASS management.
Product: Soothsayer aka Oracle
Author: R.K. West Consulting
Tarot and I Ching.
Product: Stardial
Author: GTX Software
Autodialer For Galaxy/Starlink service.

842

Appendix D, "Retired shareware"

Product: Your Financial Advisor


Author: HomeCraft Software
Loan and finacial calculations.
Product: Your Menu
Author: HomeCraft Software
Hard disk menu and DOS shell.

843

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

844

Appendix E
Sorted list of all programs
This appendix notes the author of each program listed in this
catalog. It comes in extremely handy when you want to see if a
given program comes from an ASP member, or when you want to
know the current version number/release date for a program.
Hint: look in the index for the program (by name) if you want
to see a full description for the program or learn the author's
address & phone number. You'll find page references for all
the information you need.
st
1 &goal Fantasy Football 3.07 (01-31-94) McS Custom Software
2DO Personal Task Manager 1.2 (06-01-94) William Anderson
Consulting
4DOS 5.0 (11-23-93) JP Software Inc.
4DOS for Windows NT 2.0 (01-24-94) JP Software Inc.
4EDIT 2.00 (03-06-94) XD Systems
4FILES 3.23 (08-25-95) Hand-Crafted Software
4OS2 2.0 (12-16-93) JP Software Inc.
4Print/4Book DOS 4.16 (06-01-94) Korenthal Associates, Inc.
4Print/4Book Windows 4.16 (06-01-94) Korenthal Associates,
Inc.
4Shell for Windows 1.4 (03-17-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
4ZIP/4UNZIP 2.01 (12-14-91) XD Systems
th
6 Sense - DOS 6 Utilities 2.1 (07-23-93) Tay-Jee Software
A86 Macro Assembler 3.22 (01-20-90) Eric Isaacson Software
AA-Array.DLL 1.0 (01-01-95) AA-Software International
AAVBSORT.DLL 1.0 (01-01-95) AA-Software International
ABcmd 1.0 (03-15-94) Abri Technologies, Inc.
ABmenu 1.6 (10-22-92) Abri Technologies, Inc.
Above & Beyond 3.1 (06-09-94) 1Soft Corp.
ACCU Music System 3.4 (05-05-93) Kevin J. Fischer
ACTION Process Automator 1.0 (03-28-95) Redei Enterprises
Activity Monitor 1.1 (07-31-94) Louis Desjardins
ACZAR for DOS 2.10 (10-23-93) CZAR Software
ACZAR for Windows 3.00 (08-18-95) CZAR Software
Address Manager 2.1 (04-01-93) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
AdMaker 3.5 (05-06-94) OsoSoft
AeroChart 1.20 (12-12-93) MoonStone Software
Ahelp Clipper Help Library 1.43 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
Alad_IRQ 1.0 (12-27-93) Computer Telecommunication Systems,
Inc.
Alarm VBX 1.3 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
AlbumMaster 8.50 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
AlbumMaster For Windows 2.10 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software
Limited
ALITE 1.20r (07-08-93) TRIUS, Inc.
ALL-PRO League Scheduler 1.1 (01-17-95) ALL-PRO Software Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

845

AMF Daily Planner & P.I.M. 4.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware


Productions
AMF Intelligent Organ for Win 1.0 (05-01-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
AMF Multimedia Jukebox (WIN) 1.0 (05-01-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
AMF'S WINFAX PRO 4.0 MACRO 1 (09-06-94) AMF Shareware
Productions
Amortz - Loan Schedules & More! 1.60 (10-31-94) Mountain View
Software
Ample Notice 3.00 (07-12-93) Granny's Old-Fashioned Software
Ancient Yacht 1.0 (01-06-95) LatticeWork Software
Anim. Multiplication & Division 3.0 (05-12-94) FLIX
Productions
Animated Alphabet 1.0 (04-12-90) FLIX Productions
Animated Bugs 1.0 (09-07-94) FLIX Productions
Animated Clock 3.0 (05-12-94) FLIX Productions
Animated Math 1.0 (02-15-91) FLIX Productions
Animated Memory Game 3.0 (05-12-94) FLIX Productions
Animated Money 1.0 (05-12-94) FLIX Productions
Animated Shapes 1.0 (09-25-90) FLIX Productions
Animated VGA Memory Game 1.0 (05-12-94) FLIX Productions
Animated Words 3.0 (05-12-94) FLIX Productions
Animation Kit 1.0 (04-27-93) ServantWare
AntiC 1.14 (09-01-92) Cascoly Software
Approved Vendor Requirements n/a (06-10-92) Association of
Shareware Professionals
APT Mailing Assistant 5.30 (01-15-95) APT Computer Solutions,
Inc.
APT Mailing Assistant (OS/2) 1.10 (01-15-95) APT Computer
Solutions, Inc.
ARCHIVE TRACKER 1.0 (12-20-93) Robert Barrentine Consulting
Around The House 2.02 (06-26-94) RMH Computer Services
ARROW TRACKER 2.0 (05-31-94) Robert Barrentine Consulting
AS-EASY-AS 5.50e (10-29-93) TRIUS, Inc.
ASP BBS Membership Application n/a (05-21-92) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASP List of Approved BBSs n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASP List of Approved Vendors n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ASTRO 2.86 (11-19-94) Christopher J. Noyes Software
ASTRO For Windows 1.08 (11-19-94) Christopher J. Noyes
Software
AstroFormulaCalculator 3 3.1 (08-01-93) PCSCC, Inc.
ATC: Air Traffic Controller 1.0 (09-29-85) Cascoly Software
ATTRB 1.6 (10-22-92) Abri Technologies, Inc.
B7Tool 1.2b (08-06-93) CareWare
BabySpool 3.00 (01-02-95) Budget Software Company
Back Soon! 2.0 (09-01-93) Tay-Jee Software
Backup 1.4 (05-21-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
BakupWiz 3.29fl (01-03-92) PCX
BarCod VBX 1.3 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
BASASM.LIB 1.0 (06-22-92) Annette Cuomo

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846

Basic Program Cross Reference 1.2 (05-23-93)


Basic Training 1.01 (10-07-92) Cascoly Software
Basketball Statistics 1.0 (11-05-94) Gentle Productions
Bass Class 1.8 (08-04-93) Olsen Outdoors
BassDuel 2.0 (08-04-93) Olsen Outdoors
BassMap 1.3 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing
BassTips 1.5 (08-06-93) Olsen Outdoors
BassTour 4.9 (08-04-93) Olsen Outdoors
A Batch View 1.1 (09-30-93) Robin R. Latham
BATTLE CHARGE 1.03 (08-02-94) Cold Water Software
BATUTIL 4.0 (12-23-91) CTRLALT Associates
BBS Communications 2.18 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
BCM Menu System 2.2 (01-09-94) BCM Software
Beam Cookbook 1.00 (10-01-94) SoftEngineering
BESTHES 1.5 (08-01-94) LANGUAGE SOFTWARE Co.
Bible Timeline 2.14 (03-01-93) Cascoly Software
Bible Timeline for Windows 1.01 (09-28-94) Cascoly Software
BIBLOGIC 3.02 (12-19-93) Biblogic Computer Services
Bigsort 1.02 (10-01-93) MeadowBrook Industries, Ltd.
Bike 2.0 (04-02-95) Henning Associates
Bingo Text Editor 4.00a (10-26-94) Sunderland Software
BitMapZ For Windows 2.30 (01-20-95) Unicorn Software Limited
BlackJack! 2.50d (08-21-94) Glencoe Computing
BLANK-IT 5.1b (10-11-92) Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
BLANK-IT API Specifications 5.1b (10-29-92) Rhode Island Soft
Systems, Inc.
BmpLst VBX 1.8 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
The Book Collector (New & Rare) 1.5 (10-29-93) Fischer Grafix
& Software
Book Librarian 1.53 (12-26-93) TurboSystemsCo
Book-It 1.0a (04-25-95) Instinctive Systems Ltd
Bookbild/DOS Pamphlet Publisher 1.1 (02-01-95) Science
Translations Software Services
Bookbild/Win Pamphlet Publisher 1.1 (02-01-95) Science
Translations Software Services
BOOKLET 4.5 (10-02-94) Sympathetic Software
BOOT.SYS 2.10 (10-26-94) Salvisberg Software & Consulting
Bootit 1.01 (05-22-95) TeraByte Unlimited
Border 1.1 (02-23-89) Cascoly Software
Bottom Line Accounting 2.5E (02-04-94) WindSoft International,
Inc.
BOXER/DOS Text Editor 7.0a (06-16-95) Boxer Software
BOXER/OS2 Text Editor 7.0a (06-16-95) Boxer Software
Brandon's Big Lunchbox 1.75 (09-17-93) Robichaux and
Associates
Brandon's Preschool Graphics Lu 1.0 (01-01-94) Robichaux and
Associates
Brother's Keeper 5.1 (02-01-93) John Steed
Btr Help! 1.88 (06-15-91) Informative Technologies
Btr Watch 1.0 (09-15-91) Informative Technologies
BTS-Equalizer 1.9 (02-24-94) Nine-Patch Software
Bubble Chart 2.0 (06-15-95) Informatik Inc.
BUDDY: A Tutorial Companion 1.2 (08-05-92) Chatfield Software,
Inc.

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847

Builder 2.2 (10-27-94) Aeolus Software


Business Base 1.1 (04-28-93) CQ Research Corp
Business Cards for Word 6.0 2.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
Business Clock Link 1.00 (12-06-94) BizMark Development
BusinessCards for Windows v2.01 (05-10-94) Michael Dvorkin
Button Manager for Windows 1.3b (01-10-95) AKC Applied
Knowledge Corporation
buttonFile 1.0 (07-01-93) ButtonWare, Inc.
By the Numbers 5.4a (07-28-95) R.K. West Consulting
C xref 3.0a (11-01-93) DA Software
C-Menu/32 5.00 (08-06-94) C-Vision
c-scope 1.11 (10-31-93) JAYAR Systems
Calculation Solitaire 1.12 (12-23-91) Daniel Thomas
CALC_JNC 9.51 (02-20-93) James N. Cox
Calendar Mate 4.2 (02-01-93) Hawk Software
Calendar Quick 2.0 (12-08-94) Logic Pulse
Calling Cards 3.2 (04-11-95) My Little Realm Enterprises
THE CALLING TREE 1.7a (08-31-94) IN/QUEST, LLC
Canfield for Windows 1.01 (01-04-92) Daniel Thomas
Capbuf 1.41 (12-28-90) Cascoly Software
Capital Gainz 4.0 (06-01-95) AlleyCat Software, Inc.
Car Restoration Diary 2.31 (01-27-94) RMH Computer Services
Card Flash 1.0 (11-21-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
Cards+More 2.0 (06-15-95) Informatik Inc.
Cash Control 1.0 (04-01-93) Pipedream Software
CashMaster 1.51 (03-05-95) Contractor Information Systems,
Inc.
CassetteMaster 9.10 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
CassetteMaster For Windows 2.10 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software
Limited
CATALOG-ON-A-DISK 4.00 (05-01-94) EmmaSoft Software Company,
Inc.
CD Player for Word 6.0 1 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware Productions
CD-Box 3.03B (08-11-93) Jeffrey Belt
CD-QUICK Cache 1.20 (06-12-95) Circuit Systems
CD-ROM Guide 1.1 (02-04-94) Save the Planet Software
CDMaster 8.60 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
CDMaster For Windows 3.10 (01-29-95) Unicorn Software Limited
CDPlayer for Windows and DOS 3.4 (10-31-93) Jupiter Software
Cell War 1.0 (12-12-92) Al Funk
CEnvi 1.006 (10-14-93) Nombas
Charging 3.2 (04-12-95) My Little Realm Enterprises
Chartist(tm) 1.04 (01-01-93) Novagraph, Inc.
Checkbook Management Program 5.11 (07-01-93) M. P. Data
Checking 3.2 (04-12-95) My Little Realm Enterprises
Chicago-Like Windows Titlers 1 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
Chores & Rewards 1.00 (01-01-95) K. Jeff Hayes
Chris's Automobile Recorder 13.2 (01-08-94) Cooney Applied
Technology
ChronoLog 1.11 (09-15-93) ComputerEase
CHRONOS 2.18 (01-10-93) Cascoly Software
CHRONOS:Windows in Time 1.01 (09-28-94) Cascoly Software

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

848

Cipher 2.2 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing


Cipher for Windows 1.1 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing
CircumSpace 1.0 (09-06-93) KlassM Software, Inc.
CIS Billing Orgainizer 2.1 (07-28-93)
Citizen 4.0 (05-13-95) R.K. West Consulting
CJNFonts 1.00 (11-19-94) Christopher J. Noyes Software
Cliche Finder 2.0 (05-10-95) R.K. West Consulting
Clickometer 1.1 (11-29-94) Sapphire Software Inc.
ClipMate for Windows 3.02 (07-27-94) Thornton Software
Solutions
clySmic Icon Bar 2.20 (03-01-95) clySmic Software
clySmic Lunar Almanack 2.00 (01-24-95) clySmic Software
CMFiler 5.36s (08-15-94) NoVaSoft
CMTS (Church Mbr. Tracking Sys) 3.3 (10-01-93) Torbert Data
Systems, Inc.
CNA/NURSE ASSISTANT REVIEW 3.O (03-12-93) PC-DSD
CODE-A-LINE 1.0 (03-22-94) Optimax Corporation
Code.Print for Visual Basic 2.23 (06-19-95) Caladonia Systems,
inc.
CodeLister 1.21 (08-15-93) Malcolm D. McDowell
COLOR CROSS 1.04 (08-02-94) Cold Water Software
Color Fun 1.0 (05-06-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
ColorDOS 1.52 (06-24-93) KroTek Electronics
Colored Toolbar Icons for Word 2.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
COM-AND 2.93 (11-17-93) CABER Software
ComeBack 3.0 (01-06-94) MicroTools Inc
Command Post 8.0 (10-31-92) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
CommEx 1.00 (08-01-95) Cottonwood Software
COMpanion 1.2 (08-01-94) Oxford House Software
The Complete Image 3.11 (07-01-93) Hot Wax Software
The Complete Morph 2.10 (02-26-94) Hot Wax Software
Computer Dictionary 1.20 (12-29-94) Gary FitzGerald
Computer System Manager 1.41 (02-19-94) RMH Computer Services
Contact Browser 2.5b (08-25-95) Moore Software Solutions
Contact Manager 2.21 (10-12-94) CPI computer services
Contact-Lens! 2.3 (04-15-94) Kruse Control Software
Content Label Rating 1.0 (10-08-94) R.K. West Consulting
CONTRACT BRIDGE 2.0 (07-10-95) Wells Computing Services
Convert 2.01 (06-03-93) Bit Masons Consulting
Convert It!(tm) SE 3.0 (07-08-94) SMI Corporation
CPR ByStander Review 2.O (03-12-93) PC-DSD
CrabWise 1.0 (01-01-94) Shawn Anderson SoftWare
Creativity Package 4.0a (07-29-95) R.K. West Consulting
Crossdown 2.8 (05-13-93) CROSSDOWN
Crossdown for Windows 1.1 (02-07-95) CROSSDOWN
Crossword Clipper for DOS 2.00 (04-15-94) PC HELP-LINE
Crossword Clipper for Windows 2.00 (04-15-94) PC HELP-LINE
Crossword Creator 6.00 (04-15-94) PC HELP-LINE
CrossWords 1.42 (04-08-95) Glen DeBiasa
Crowndale Tales : ESCAPE! 1.0 (08-17-95) Crowndale Productions
Crush v1.3 (11-05-94) PocketWare
Cryptik 1.4 (10-02-93) Cascoly Software
Crypto! 2.0 (03-01-94) KMR Consulting

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

849

Crystal Ball 4.0 (05-12-95) R.K. West Consulting


CS/AMORT 2.10 (10-08-94) Computer Solutions, Inc.
CTS Serial Port Utilities 1.2 (12-06-93) Computer
Telecommunication Systems, Inc.
CULTURAL AWARENESS 1.13 (05-04-94) Awareness Productions
Cumberland Diary 1.3 (01-01-94) Cumberland Family Software
Cumberland Family Tree 3.5 (01-01-94) Cumberland Family
Software
Cumberland Story 1.2 (01-01-94) Cumberland Family Software
Curses! 3.1 (05-17-95) R.K. West Consulting
CUSTOM SCREEN SAVER (WINDOWS) 1.0 (01-15-94) Accidental
Software
CzarInstall for DOS 1.02 (04-20-95) CZAR Software
CzarList for VBDOS 1.10 (10-29-94) CZAR Software
D86 Debugger 3.22 (01-20-90) Eric Isaacson Software
Daily Log Book 2.1 (09-01-93) Sequential Software, Inc.
DaMenu 2.01 (06-04-94) Just-In-Time Computing Services
DARN! Don't Forget! 4.00 (05-31-95) EmmaSoft Software Company,
Inc.
DasBOOT! 3.0 (10-01-94) WHEEL Games
DATA MASTER 3.1 (11-24-93) RKS Software, Inc.
DATA PROTECTOR 2.00 (02-01-95) PIGAS INC.
Data Wire Four 1.4.1 (07-20-95) C & R Business Systems Ltd.
DATABASE BROWSER 1.21 (04-15-95) Redei Enterprises
Dave Dude 2.1 (05-14-95) APG
A Day at the Races 1.1 (10-26-94) LatticeWork Software
Day By Day 1.3 (05-05-95) Q&D Software Development
DayMaster 4.10 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
DAYO ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (AP) 4.61+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (AR) 4.61+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO BACK ORDERS (BO) 4.50+ (02-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO BAR CODE 3 OF 9 4.55+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO BILLING & INVOICING 4.61+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO END OF PERIOD 4.50+ (02-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO GENERAL LEDGER (GL) 4.60+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO INDEX 4.50+ (02-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO INVENTORY 4.56+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO LITTLE POS 4.62+ (03-15-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO MEMBERSHIP 4.40+ (01-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO MENU 4.14+ (12-01-93) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO MRP 4.61+ (03-15-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO ORDER ENTRY 4.60+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO PASSWORDS 4.50+ (01-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO PAYROLL 4.61+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO POS (POINT OF SALE) 4.61+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO PRICE BOOK 4.50+ (12-01-93) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO QUOTES 4.61+ (02-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO RENTAL POS 4.61+ (02-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO RETURN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 4.00+ (12-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO SALES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 4.42+ (02-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO SERVICE DISPATCH 3.20+ (03-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO SIMPLE POS 4.61+ (01-01-94) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO SMART REPORTS 4.51+ (12-01-93) TJS LAB, Inc.
DAYO TIME & BILLING 4.50+ (12-01-93) TJS LAB, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

850

DAZZLE 5.1b (03-19-95) Worldwide MicroTronics, Inc.


dbDIAL(tm) 1.02 (01-06-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
DBKIT 2.5 (03-01-94) P. C. Softsmith
DDE Requester for Win3.x & NT 1.01.00 (03-31-94) Westerdale AG
DDKEY 2.02 (12-12-93) David M. Dibble
Dear Diary 3.0 (06-22-95) Q&D Software Development
Declaration of War 1.1 (08-15-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
The Deer Expert 4.2 (05-01-94) Strat-Tech, Inc.
The DemoMaker 1.55 (04-02-94) Ron Janorkar
DeskTop Advisor(R) 2.0 (12-04-93) Ivden Technologies, Inc.
DEXTER Text Editor 2.00 (01-16-95) FAGERLUND CONSULTING
DFInfo VBX 2.1 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
The Dialer 2.30 (08-26-93) GRH Software
Diamond Data 4.6 (07-30-94) The Software Construction Co.
DIFF 1.21 (10-15-94) C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
Directory Freedom 4.61 (06-03-93) Bit Masons Consulting
DISASTER 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
Disk Drive Cleaner 1.0 (10-24-93) Rosenthal Engineering
Disk Piecharter 1.1 (03-08-95) Zorn Software
DISK SPOOL II 5.04 (12-29-94) Budget Software Company
DISKCOPY 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
DISKLIST 3.06 (01-25-94) Gulf Sierra
DiskMan for Windows 2.1 (04-01-93) Diskmaster Software
DizView 2.0 (06-09-95) Lincoln Beach Software
DJ-CHECK 2.01 (04-29-93) JMJ Software
DJ-LOPE 4.01 (03-27-93) JMJ Software
DJ-SLEEVE 2.0 (01-19-93) JMJ Software
dMAIL4 4.0.1 (07-20-95) C & R Business Systems Ltd.
DMalloc 1.0 (10-11-92) Software & Consulting
DMPLAS (Dot Matrix to LaserJet) 1.1 (11-15-91) Software Co-op
DO 4.3 (01-01-95) RobiNets
DOC DEFIANT 1.0 (02-01-94) Just For Me Software, Inc.
DOS Menu 2.20 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
DOS Summary 1.01 (02-23-91) Computer Knowledge
DOS Summary (Hypertext) 2.0 (02-15-92) Computer Knowledge
Double Directory 1.40 (06-01-93) 100% Cotton Software
dPerfect Merge 2.0 (05-16-95) Newdorf Research
DR. FORM 3.1 (03-01-94) IrwinWare
DR. Memory 3.3 (01-09-94) Cooney Applied Technology
DRAFT CHOICE 2.00e (01-06-94) TRIUS, Inc.
Drag 'n' Drop Utils for Win NT 1.42 (09-26-94) clySmic
Software
Drag and Drop Printing v2.0 (02-01-94) FLFSoft Inc.
Drag And View 2.0 (07-12-93) Canyon Software
Drag And Zip 2.41 (06-22-93) Canyon Software
Dragons Bane: Mah Jongg II 1.0 (06-01-95) Arcanum Computing
DRIVEMAP 1.2 (08-01-94) Oxford House Software
DRIV_MAN 1.30 (10-31-94) MicroMetric
dtSearch for DOS 2.0 (04-14-93) DT Software, Inc.
dtSearch for Windows 2.0 (04-14-93) DT Software, Inc.
dVERSION 2.0 (09-05-93) C & R Business Systems Ltd.
DXF Bill of Materials Generator DOS1.00 (03-01-95) Annabec
Business Services
Early Bird 1.0f (03-01-95) Burnham Park Software, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

851

Easy Backup 4.5 (06-15-95) Easy Software


Easy Base 9.0 (06-10-95) Easy Software
Easy Install 4.4 (06-15-95) Easy Software
Easy Menu 6.4 (06-16-95) Easy Software
Easy Word 9.2 (06-16-95) Easy Software
Easydial 4.5 (01-22-93) Patri-Soft
Ecomaster 2.04 (11-03-92) Cascoly Software
Econ's Arena 1.04 (05-18-95) Glen DeBiasa
EDDY (EDit DirectorY) 7d (08-30-93) ScofWare Associates
Edens-for-two 4.3 (03-18-94) Martlet, Inc.
EDGEFLOW 5.0 (02-24-93) Pacestar Software
EDITEUR V2.2 (06-30-95) Jean-Pierre Menicucci
Edwin Basic Math Add/Subtract 3.00 (06-01-93) Edwin
Educational Software
EGA Mouse Paint 5.0 (10-29-93) Fischer Grafix & Software
EGATrek 3.1 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing
EGAWHEEL V.1.91 (12-18-93) WHEEL Games
Elbow Grease for Windows v1.0 1.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
Electronic Postal Window(tm) 1.6 (07-09-95) EmmaSoft Software
Company, Inc.
The Electronic Square 1.03 (06-19-95) Electronic Creativity
Products
ELFTREE 3.01S (12-28-93) Elvish Consulting
ELMER 1.00 (05-01-92) Software for Amateur Radio
EMERI 1.3 (05-01-93) Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
EMS4C Library 1.0 (10-18-93) MarshallSoft Computing, Inc.
Enigmacross 1.5 (06-12-93) CROSSDOWN
ENTER-EASE 1.1 (09-29-94) KAYL SOFTWARE
EnVision Publisher 1.0 (09-01-92) Software Vision Corporation
ENVI_MAN 1.10 (01-01-94) MicroMetric
Equatron 2.10 (07-08-95) Glen DeBiasa
ES-NEWS 2.29 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
ES-NMB 1.25 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
ESF's DeskJet Fonts & Utilities 1.7 (08-24-93) Elfring Soft
Fonts
ESF's European DeskJet Fonts 1.2 (05-21-92) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's European LaserJet Fonts 1.2 (05-20-92) Elfring Soft
Fonts
ESF's LaserJet Fonts & Util. 1.7 (08-24-93) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's PC Write Fonts 1.0 (09-25-92) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's Scalable LJ III Fonts 1.3 (08-24-93) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's Super Fonts I 1.3 (08-24-93) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESF's TrueType Collection 1 1.1 (08-24-93) Elfring Soft Fonts
ESPTEST 1.0 (05-26-92) Selfhelp Software
ETCAI Electronics Instruction 1.24 (07-15-93) ETCAI Products
Examine 1.12 (08-08-94) Aquila Software
ExamineZip 1.01 (08-08-94) Aquila Software
Exit Master for Word 6.0 1.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
EXPRESSCALC 4.10 (05-02-92) Expressware Corporation
EXPRESSCHECK 4.04 (11-18-93) Expressware Corporation
EXPRESSGRAPH 1.05 (05-01-92) Expressware Corporation
EXTENDED BATCH LANGUAGE-PLUS! 4.08 (04-12-93) Seaware Corp.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

852

Extract It 1.00 (07-14-95) TeraByte Unlimited


EZ-Tree 2.30 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
EZinst 1.2 (07-28-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
EZSET 2.1 (12-05-93) McAdams Associates
Family Calendar for Windows 1.30 (04-18-95) Command Line
Software
FastBreak Fantasy Basketball 3.08 (02-18-94) McS Custom
Software
FAXHAVEN 1.0 (10-01-94) HTF Consulting
FDplot 1.3 (07-12-92) Abri Technologies, Inc.
THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-DOS 3.1.93 (04-01-94) Interpretive
Software Inc.
THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-Macintosh 3.1.93 (04-15-94) Interpretive
Software Inc.
THE FEELING'S MUTUAL-WINDOWS 3.1.93 (04-01-94) Interpretive
Software Inc.
FF Business Cards 1.0 (12-08-94) M & R Technologies, Inc.
FF Designer Envelopes 1.2 (12-01-94) M & R Technologies, Inc.
FF Graphics Conversion Utility 1.1 (12-20-94) M & R
Technologies, Inc.
Fictionary 1.32 (04-30-90) Cascoly Software
File Commander 2.0K (10-31-92) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
FILE EXPRESS 5.1 (12-10-93) Expressware Corporation
File Finder for Windows 3.0 (08-22-94) Simian Id Software
File Finder/Grouper 2.02 (04-16-95) EnGamma
File Manager Jr. 1.2 (12-07-94) Charles R. Maher
File Maven 3.0 (03-14-95) Kent Briggs
FileFinder 4.4 (09-20-93) California Software Design
FileMod 1.2 (06-17-95) Lincoln Beach Software
FileSafe 1.02 (05-15-94) JAYAR Systems
FILE_MAN 4.30 (01-01-94) MicroMetric
Financial Analysis For Windows 4.0 (08-01-95) Gjetaas, Inc.
Financial Freedom 2.0 (02-01-94) M & R Technologies, Inc.
Financial Freedom Billing Mgr. 2.3 (12-15-94) M & R
Technologies, Inc.
Financial Freedom GOLD 1.0 (03-30-94) M & R Technologies, Inc.
FINANCIAL WIZARD(tm) 5.35 (05-29-93) SilvaSoft Software, Inc.
Finders Keepers 1.01 (04-08-95) Glen DeBiasa
First Impression 3.1 (06-09-95) Lincoln Beach Software
The Fish Expert 3.2 (05-01-94) Strat-Tech, Inc.
FishBase ][ 3.0 (08-04-93) Olsen Outdoors
Fishtime 2.2 (01-15-94) C & E Associates
Fixed Asset Pro 2.1 (07-15-95) HammerSoft, Inc.
Flexitime/Time Logging 5.32 (06-01-95) HJS Systems
FLOPTOOL 1 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
FlowDraw Plus 1.00 (03-20-95)
FLUX 1.0 (03-31-93) MOONLITE Software
Flu_Shot+ 1.83 (07-11-93) Software Concepts Design
FMDrop VBX 1.1 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
Folders 2.0 (03-22-95) Target Software
Folders 3.4d (01-12-92) Sloop Software
FONEFILE 5.0a (10-01-93) Business Enhancement Partnership
Group
FontBook Professional 2.7 (06-13-94) The C Group, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

853

Fonter 6.2 (04-15-94) OsoSoft


FontMe! 2.5 (10-29-93) Fischer Grafix & Software
Fonts Ink Fonts 1 (01-04-93) Software Co-op
FootPrint 1.4 (11-16-93) SUPERWARE
Form Editor (FED) 1.13 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
Fortune Teller 4.4 (10-02-94) R.K. West Consulting
FPLAN-KWIK Financial&Retire Pln 1.0 (06-14-94) First Financial
Software
Free System Resources 1.0 (12-29-94) Chet Williams
FreeForm 2.3 (11-01-94) Herne Data Systems Ltd
French Dictionary for Word 6.0 1.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
Frenetic Screensaver 3.3 (06-01-95) Seraline Pty Ltd
From Scratch recipe processor 3.04 (11-01-94) Desktop
Solutions
FSave 1.1 (03-15-95) KMR Consulting
FSLOGIN 2.01 (07-01-95) Confirm
FundRaiser Basic 1.32 (03-08-95) Professional Support Software
FYI/For Your Eyes Only 2.3 (03-12-93) PC-DSD
FYI2/Business Office Manager 2.3 (03-12-93) PC-DSD
GAKUSEI 1.1.3 (06-12-94) Barham Software
GammaCAD 1.10 (02-01-94) Gamma Software
GARDENING BUSINESS 1.1 (03-25-95) Redei Enterprises
GEMCAP 4.02 (03-07-93) Natural Software
Geomancy 4.7 (05-19-95) R.K. West Consulting
GetBack 2.4 (12-24-92) MicroTools Inc
Golf Tournament Scorekeeper 1.2 (07-04-94) Home Alone Software
Golfhcap 3.4 (01-15-94) C & E Associates
GRAB Plus(r) 6.5 (04-26-93) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
GradeBook for Windows 3.06 (01-24-95) R&R EdWare
Grafer Line Graphs for Reports 2.1 (04-15-95) Lovell's
Grammar Expert 1.02 (02-15-93) Wintertree Software Inc.
Graphcat/DOS Clip Art Cataloger 3.1 (06-20-94) Science
Translations Software Services
Graphcat/Win Clip Art Cataloger 3.2 (02-01-95) Science
Translations Software Services
GREEN 1.11 (05-10-93) Cascoly Software
GridForm 1.0 (12-15-91) Software Co-op
Grocery Manager for Windows 2.31 (11-05-94) Absolute Value
Software
Grow'Em 3.0 (03-01-95) Paul Postuma
GS TROOP TRACKER 1.1 (11-15-93) Robert Barrentine Consulting
Hands On Remote Control/Access 5.5 (08-29-95) P. C. Softsmith
HandyDOS 1.6 (10-22-92) Abri Technologies, Inc.
Hang Man 1.1 (08-16-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
HANG4.ZIP 4.1 (12-08-93) Larry W Parker
HangWin 2.04 (07-15-95) Temprano Software
Hard Disk Director 5.2 (03-15-92) Canyon Software
Hard Wire Four 2.8.1 (07-20-95) C & R Business Systems Ltd.
Hardware/Software Info Manager 1.4 (07-01-93) Alpine Software
Have You Read That Movie? 1.0 (04-01-91) 100% Cotton Software
HDM - Hard Disk Menu 5.01 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
HDTEST 5.35a (10-20-91) Computer Counselors, Inc.
Heart Smart 2.0 (04-25-95) Henning Associates

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

854

Hearts 6.6 (08-06-93) CareWare


Hebrew Edit 1.2b (02-14-94) Right to Left Software
HELLLP! 1.0c (11-20-93) Guy Software
Helpgen 1.20 (09-06-94) Rimrock Software
HexEdit 1.51 (12-01-92) Al Funk
HiMOVE 2.20 (05-12-93) C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
HiVIDEO 2.03 (05-08-93) C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
HOLD-ANYTHING! 1.1 (02-21-93) Elk Creek Software
Home Plan 2.7 (11-01-94) Home Plan
Home Refinancing 1.2 (03-21-94) ProDomus, Inc.
HOME/OFFICE INVENTORY 1.0 (03-28-94) ProDomus, Inc.
HortMan 1.0 (11-10-93) Sunrise Software
Household Register 3.12 (12-27-93) TurboSystemsCo
HouseHold TRACKER 1.6 (10-29-93) Fischer Grafix & Software
How to join as a "beta" author n/a (11-27-89) Association of
Shareware Professionals
HQ-FAX (1-Step High Quality FAX 2.0 (09-30-94) HTF Consulting
Hubble 2.21 (06-15-95) Hubble Software Company
I Ching Empower Tool 1.0 (05-02-95) Empower Tools
I&M USA 1.05 (05-05-94) C T Johnson, Inc
IBM PC Author Application n/a (11-14-92) Association of
Shareware Professionals
ICL Builder 1.0 (06-06-93) Sloop Software
ICP 11 (02-01-94) Spirit7 Software, Ltd.
Image'n'Bits 1.0 (11-24-93) Bananas Software Inc
INFOMANIA 2.1 (05-10-95) Brian Sutton
Information about copyrights n/a (04-29-90) Association of
Shareware Professionals
IniCon VBX 3.1 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
Inspect & Install for Windows 1.10 (02-26-94) M2w Software
INSTINDX 1.0 (09-01-94) C T Johnson, Inc
INSTSPEC 1.0 (05-05-93) C T Johnson, Inc
Integrity Master(tm) 2.11a (11-04-93) Stiller Research
INVENTORY & COST CONTROL 4.2 (01-15-94) First Step Software
Inventory Interface 7.25 (04-01-95) Data Interface
J-Works 2.2 (03-01-95) MicroWorks Inc.
J.T.S. TIME SHEETS 1 (09-20-94) Easy Software
JailBird 2.11 (11-05-93) RMH Computer Services
Jasc Media Center 2.02 (07-13-95) JASC, Inc.
Jason's File Finder 2.0d (09-03-93) RMH Computer Services
Jewel Thief 1.3 (04-27-93) ServantWare
JobLog Project Timekeeper 2.0 (05-08-95) Brian Sutton
Jokes & Quotes 1.4 (02-12-94) Michael L. Wester
JoyStk VBX 1.2 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
JRchive 1.02 (11-01-93) JAYAR Systems
JRE Home Inventory 6.3 (09-30-94) JRE Enterprises
Judy's TenKey 3.0 (10-20-94) Judy's Applications
KAPIAN : Chinese Flash Cards 1.1 (02-02-92) Selfhelp Software
Katelin Comment Manager 1.20 (09-26-94) Katelin, Inc.
Keyboard Coach Fantasy Football 1.03 (01-08-94) McS Custom
Software
Keyed File System (DOS) 2.12 (05-16-94) APT Computer
Solutions, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

855

Keyed File System (OS/2) 2.12 (04-11-94) APT Computer


Solutions, Inc.
Kid's Art 1.1 (09-20-94) R.K. West Consulting
Kith and Kin 2.03 (07-22-94) SpanSoft
LABEL MASTER 5.1c (11-24-93) RKS Software, Inc.
LABELS-PLUS Labeling System 3.0 (05-01-93) GRAFTech
Development Corporation
LAN Menu 2.05 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
LAN-LINK 2.20 (07-04-93) Software for Amateur Radio
Landscape Explorer 3.01 (01-01-95) WoolleySoft
LAPC - Loan Advisor for the PC 2.3 (04-01-94) J.D. Consulting
Associates
LASR_MAN 6.05 (10-31-94) MicroMetric
the last word 1.00 (11-25-90) Bit Masons Consulting
The Lawyer's DeskTop 2.1 (07-25-94) DataPro Enterprises, Inc.
Layout 3.1 (03-25-92) Software Co-op
LEADING AND MANAGING OTHERS 1.0 (09-19-94) Chatfield Software,
Inc.
League Manager 1.90 (04-16-94) Al Dodd Software Co.
LEANER 2.20 (11-22-93) MoonStone Software
Lecture 1.02 (12-14-92) Barn Owl Software
LegRoom 3.0 (02-06-95) Ivden Technologies, Inc.
LessonPlanZ 2.60 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
The Letterhead Kit/DOS 3.0 (06-28-93) Science Translations
Software Services
The Letterhead Kit/Win 3.0 (02-25-95) Science Translations
Software Services
The Lights Go Down 2.20 (07-07-95) Thomas Hoevel SoftwareDevelopment
LineDrive Fantasy Baseball 6.13 (02-18-94) McS Custom Software
LinguaPro/SPANISH 2.50 (09-06-94) Schulenberg and Associates,
Inc.
Link 2.1 (05-01-95) Target Software
ListBuilder 1.1 (06-27-95) Younkin Enterprises
Little Black Book 3.0 (10-25-94) Q&D Software Development
Little Lists 3.2 (07-28-95) R.K. West Consulting
LJ-SLEEVE 2.0 (06-11-92) JMJ Software
LJLAND v3.11b (07-01-93) TAXWARE
Loan Master 1.52.14 (10-01-94) Bottom Line Software, Inc.
Local Access Logon 2.12 (10-12-94) M2w Software
LOCATE 2.00 (06-01-93) System Solutions Company
Lotto Challenger 3.8 (05-01-94) Data Solutions
LOTTO MANIA 2.01 (01-01-95) Robert O. Leafloor
Lotto Prophet 5.0 (01-05-95) DataMicro, Inc.
Lotto Thunder (PICK-6 Version) 1.4 (05-01-95) Charles P.Staats
LPRINT 2.1 (02-22-94) Paragon Innovations, Inc.
LQ 2.35 (10-01-90) Granny's Old-Fashioned Software
LUDWIG 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
LVN/Vocational Review Program 2.1 (03-12-93) PC-DSD
LZW Data Compr. Lib for Windows 1.0 (07-12-94) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.
LZW Data Compression for C 1.4 (06-01-94) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

856

LZW Data Compression for Pascal 1.4 (06-01-94) MarshallSoft


Computing, Inc.
MacIntosh Author Application n/a (09-03-92) Association of
Shareware Professionals
THE MAGIC OF THE MIND 1.0 (10-13-93) Donald E.J. Field
MAGIC SQUARES 1.0.3 (09-14-93) Randy A. Harris
Mah Jongg-Solitaire 4.2 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing
Mail Machine v3.0k (12-24-92) TAXWARE
Managing Your Food 4.51 (01-01-94) MYF Software
MAPIT 1.4 (04-15-94) Allison Software
MARGARINE 3.11 (01-01-93) Tay-Jee Software
Marnav 2.2 (01-15-94) C & E Associates
Mass-Store Copy 2.6 (04-01-91) Informative Technologies
Master Chef Release One (01-23-93) Acme Workshops
Master Disk 2.0 (10-24-93) Rosenthal Engineering
Master Meal Manager 1.51 (01-09-92) Acme Workshops
Math Bingo 1.1 (10-26-94) LatticeWork Software
MATH CHALLENGE 2.0 (03-01-94) Just For Me Software, Inc.
Math Rescue #1 1.0 (02-10-93) Redwood Games
Math Wiz 2.0 (06-15-95) Informatik Inc.
MathCounts 1+2 1.2 (01-07-94) Able Art Software
MathCounts 3+4 1.2 (01-07-94) Able Art Software
Mathplot 3.2 (11-21-92) Phillip H. Sherrod
MAXI Form 1.8 (12-01-93) Herne Data Systems Ltd
Mayan Calendar 3.8a (12-27-94) R.K. West Consulting
MAZE3 3.0.6 (01-19-89) Stiller Research
MAZEMAKER for Windows 2.01 (03-01-93) Custom Real-Time
Software, Inc. (CRTS)
MCBase 1.1e (06-01-94) Harry Doldersum
MDS OBRA ASSESSMENT TOOL 2.4 (01-10-93) PC-DSD
Me & My Metabolism 1.20 (12-12-93) MoonStone Software
Medieval War 1.5 (02-16-95) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
Medieval War Door 1.0 (02-21-95) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
MEG SYSTEM INFO GRAPHS PIE 3-D 3.5 (07-30-94) Jim Tolliver
MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows 2.11 (03-24-94) COMPUTER
WITCHCRAFT, INC.
MegaBack Hard Disk Backup 2.3 (04-27-93) Patri-Soft
MegaHost 2.21 (09-02-93) ASCII Computer Enterprises
MegaWord 6.01 (04-26-94) Merlot International
MEGIK 1.1 (09-20-94) Advanced Topics
Melissa's Music Flashcards 3.1 (10-28-93) Fischer Grafix &
Software
MenuEv VBX 3.1 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
MENU_MAN 2.00 (01-01-94) MicroMetric
MERIT BADGE TRACKER 3.1 (12-04-93) Robert Barrentine
Consulting
MERLIN'S MATH 1.03 (05-04-94) Awareness Productions
METRIC-X 2.03 (09-01-93) Orion Development Corporation
MicroCook 1.81 (06-23-95) NORSKi Software
MicroFox DOS Utilities 1.14 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
MicroPlayerCD(tm) 1.03 (02-26-94) Daniel Thomas
Minefield For Everybody 1.1 (06-01-94) Judah Warshaw
Money Organizer 2.0 (04-11-95) Redei Enterprises
More Control 2.0 (06-02-93) Sloop Software

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

857

MotelMAX 2.10 (05-01-94) MKM Software


Mouse Clock (tm) for Windows 1.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
Mouse Math 1.0 (08-15-95) Hufnagel Software
MouseTools 1.0 (09-13-89) Arcanum Computing
MOZART (Virtuoso Edition) 1.3 (01-03-95) David Webber
MS Mega Pack (VBXes) 1.0 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
MSlot VBX 1.0 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
MultiLabel 3.5 (04-01-94) OsoSoft
MultiVu 1.1 (03-17-95) Ivden Technologies, Inc.
Music and Video Librarian v3.8 3.8 (08-24-93) Alpine Software
Music Sculptor for Windows 1.4 (03-07-94) Aleph Omega Software
Musical Instrument Tuner 1.01 (02-23-94) SoundByte Software
A MUSICAL TUTORIAL 1.1 (06-01-95) R. Swerdfeger
A MUSICAL TUTORIAL for Windows 1.2 (06-01-95) R. Swerdfeger
MusicEase 4.11 (10-25-94) RMH Computer Services
My Life 2.2 (09-30-94) JRE Enterprises
Mystic Pixels 1.1 (06-06-94) Tesuji Technology
NAMEBASE 3.2 (02-26-93) Elk Creek Software
National INNdex 5.05 (05-01-95) Nelson's Computer Services
NeMenu 1.01 (12-01-93) Just-In-Time Computing Services
NETWORK QUOTABLES 2.01a (02-15-93) Greg Bixby
New Menus for Windows 1.41 (11-29-94) Dipl.Ing. Roger Rene
Kommer
New Testament for Windows 1.61 (04-04-94) Rocky Mountain
Laboratories
NewBase 1.0 (03-15-95) GWN Software
NFL Forecaster for DOS 2.0d (08-15-94) 100% Cotton Software
NFL Forecaster for Windows 3.0w (06-01-94) 100% Cotton
Software
NOACH 2.4 (01-04-92) Feico Nater Shareware
Nominal Pipe Size for Windows 2.1 (03-28-94) Herne Data
Systems Ltd
Nonlin 2.4 (06-25-93) Phillip H. Sherrod
NoteWorthy 1.87 (12-29-94) Braeburn Software
Notice Board 2.2 (03-07-94) Cornerstone Software Limited
NPS - Nominal Pipe Size 2.1 (10-01-92) Herne Data Systems Ltd
NUMERO UNO 1.05 (11-19-94) Christopher J. Noyes Software
O.R.B.Y. 1.0 (12-21-93) Able Art Software
Off-line CIS Catalog Viewer 1.11 (05-26-93)
Office Supplies Tracker 1.42 (03-18-94) RMH Computer Services
Official ASP Catalogs n/a (01-01-80) Association of Shareware
Professionals
Oil Baron 1.2 (05-11-93) Al Funk
OMNIDay 4.30 (10-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
OMNIDay For Windows 2.70 (02-28-95) Unicorn Software Limited
OMS (Organizational Mgmt System 2.3 (11-01-93) Torbert Data
Systems, Inc.
On This Day 2.0 (07-30-94) The Software Construction Co.
On This Day for Windows 2.0 (07-30-94) The Software
Construction Co.
ON-SIDE 2.0 (10-20-93) Expressware Corporation
Open Menu 2.5 (03-18-94) P. C. Softsmith
OpenHome 3.10 (07-16-95) Temprano Software

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

858

Over_LAZ HP 4 (01-01-94) Herne Data Systems Ltd


Over_LAZ PS 3 (01-15-93) Herne Data Systems Ltd
P.I.M. for Word 6.0 for Windows 4.2b DB+ (05-02-95) AMF
Shareware Productions
Paint Shop 3.0 (08-14-93) JASC, Inc.
Paint Shop Pro 3.1 (08-11-95) JASC, Inc.
PALERT 2.4 (10-22-91) Patri-Soft
Palette Adjuster 1.8 (06-17-95) Lincoln Beach Software
Palette Pleezer 1.25 (04-10-93) Cascoly Software
Paper Route Ledger 1.40 (04-25-94) RMH Computer Services
Papers 1.00 (12-01-93) clySmic Software
PATH_MAN 1.15 (01-01-94) MicroMetric
PATIENCE 10 4.01 (05-21-94) CoCoWare - Cowles Company Software
Patience Abroad 1.01 (05-21-94) CoCoWare - Cowles Company
Software
PATTR 1.5 (11-05-90) Patri-Soft
PC Chart V1.5 (07-15-93) Guru Systems Ltd.
PC-AP 1.8 (01-01-94) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PC-AR 4.3 (01-01-94) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PC-Draft II 3.26 (01-01-93) Natural Software
PC-Draft-CAD 3.06g (12-20-93) Natural Software
PC-ECAP 3.01 (01-24-94) Circuit Systems
PC-File 7.0 (05-01-93) ButtonWare, Inc.
PC-FOOD II FOOD COSTING 7.02 (06-03-95) SCHRECK SOFTWARE
PC-Fortune 2.20 (09-30-92) JAYAR Systems
PC-GL 3.8 (01-01-94) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PC-HAM 3.52 (03-20-91) Software for Amateur Radio
PC-PR 2.4 (02-01-94) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PC-Proof 2.0A (10-18-93) Intellect Systems
PC-TRACK 2.14 (01-09-92) Acme Workshops
PC-Vault 4.6 (08-09-93) Johnson Computer Systems, Inc.
PC-Vault Plus 4.6 (08-09-93) Johnson Computer Systems, Inc.
PCDESK 5.1 (07-02-95) Wells Computing Services
PCFDial 1.05 (05-26-92) Barn Owl Software
PCForm 3.0b (09-10-93) CareWare
PCINV 1.3 (01-01-94) Medlin Accounting Shareware
PCLoan5 5.09 (09-01-94) Bottom Line Software, Inc.
PCM100.COM 1.01 (08-25-91) Charier Consultants Services
PCOPY 9.3 (09-01-93) Patri-Soft
PCStat 2.7 (01-01-94) PC Information Systems
PCX2FNT v1.2 (04-18-92) TAXWARE
PCX2PCL v1.62 (07-01-93) TAXWARE
PDAILY 1.0 (10-10-86) Patri-Soft
PDEL 4.4 (05-01-92) Patri-Soft
PEG 2.06 (09-13-93) Cascoly Software
PentaBlox 1.01 (08-08-94) Aquila Software
PerCnt VBX 2.5 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
Periodic Table 2.03 (05-19-94) SMI Corporation
Personal Calendar (PC) for DOS 14.71 (11-18-94) FunStuff
Software
Personal Challenge 1.1 (10-04-94) R.K. West Consulting
Personal Com Lib for PowerBASIS 4.2 (09-01-94) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

859

Personal Comm Lib for BASIC 4.2 (09-01-94) MarshallSoft


Computing, Inc.
Personal Comm Lib for Pascal 4.2 (09-01-94) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.
Personal Comm Lib for Windows 1.1 (08-01-94) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.
Personal Comm Library for C 4.2 (09-01-94) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.
Personal Finances 2 4.02h (01-12-94) Spitfire Software
Personal Hotnet 4.0 (09-30-93) Robichaux and Associates
Personal Protocol Lib 4 Pascal 1.0 (02-12-95) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.
Personal Protocol Lib for C/C++ 1.0 (02-12-95) MarshallSoft
Computing, Inc.
Personal Schedule 1.02 (04-20-95) Will Baldwin
Personal Tarot 3.1 (10-04-94) R.K. West Consulting
Personal Time Card 2.6 (10-29-93) Fischer Grafix & Software
Photo Show 3D 1.21 (03-05-95) Progressive Logic
PhotoPat 1.5 (09-30-94) Rainbow Scan, Inc.
PHRASE.ZIP 1.0 (12-20-93) Larry W Parker
Pink Bunny 1.0 (11-20-93) Guy Software
Pinocle Games 1.2 (01-01-93) Michael G. Bruckner
PixFolio Image Catalog System 2.0.83 (07-03-93) ACK Software
Plain Vanilla Labels 3.15 (01-10-93) Rosewood Software
Playground 1.0a (01-04-95) Object International, Inc.
PLOTTER 7.1 (07-04-95) Wells Computing Services
PMFLCOMP 1.61 (05-30-95) American Coders, LTD.
PMZIP 1.00 (01-14-91) Nico Mak Computing, Inc.
PocketD Plus 4.2 (11-05-94) PocketWare
PoeTrio 1.0 (04-07-91) Chatfield Software, Inc.
Poetry Generator 2.4a (01-28-94) R.K. West Consulting
POETRY STAR 1.1 (03-15-92) Chatfield Software, Inc.
PopDBF 4.05 (07-29-92) Lighthouse Software, Inc.
Portfolio Manager 4.5 (12-25-93) Shane Software International
POST TRACKER 1.0 (01-27-94) Robert Barrentine Consulting
PostCardMaster 4.20 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
Postit for Windows 3.1 3.0 (06-01-95) Henning Associates
Power 1.00 (10-11-92) Byte O'Software
Power C Shell 2.3 (09-01-93) Tay-Jee Software
Power Edit 2.02 (06-15-95) Target Software
PowerBatch 2.2 (05-15-94) CSD, Inc.
PowerBBS for Windows 2.50 (08-09-93) PowerBBS Computing
PPRINT 5.5 (11-22-91) Patri-Soft
Practical Joke Collection 2.0 (05-13-95) R.K. West Consulting
Print Commander! 3.0s (09-14-93) Sorcerer Software
PrintEnvelope 3.01 (05-15-95) Maurer Associates
PrintGF 1.22 (01-08-95) Ravitz Software Inc.
PrintGL 1.54 (01-10-95) Ravitz Software Inc.
Private Library 3.0 (04-12-94) My Little Realm Enterprises
ProAct Contact Management 2.6 (01-01-94) ProDomus, Inc.
Probe VBX 1.0 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
ProDev*EPRICE 6.0 (12-06-94) Pro Dev Software
ProDev*MEMBER Church System 3.0g (01-16-95) Pro Dev Software
ProDev*QUOTE Quote/Bid System 6.0c (05-24-95) Pro Dev Software

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860

Professional Capture Systems 2.0 (01-26-95) JASC, Inc.


PROGRAM ENTITY ORGANIZER 1.2 (02-01-94) James W. Young &
Associates, Inc.
Program for a Small Planet 6.0 (10-26-93) Strat-Tech, Inc.
Program Group Specialist 1.0 (05-23-95) MIS Resources
International
A Project/Event Planner 3.4 (12-12-94) Sapphire Software Inc.
Prompter - Speaker's Utility 1.2 (06-11-93) OsoSoft
PROP OPTIMIZER (tm) 1.90 (10-27-93) Bates Engineering/Software
Property Master 4.01 (05-20-94) MSdataBase Solutions
ProtoCAD 3D 2.00 (04-23-94) TRIUS, Inc.
ProWindows LITE for BASIC PDS 7 5.21X (05-21-93) DSE Software
Publishing
ProWindows LITE for QuickBASIC 5.21Q (05-21-93) DSE Software
Publishing
PS-SLEEVE 2.0 (03-01-92) JMJ Software
PSEARCH 5.2B (07-01-92) Patri-Soft
PTOUCH 2.0 (02-03-93) Patri-Soft
PUBLIC ACCESS(tm) 2.5 (09-05-94) IN/QUEST, LLC
Public Address 3.1 (10-05-94) Paradise Programming
Public Library 3.2 (04-12-95) My Little Realm Enterprises
Puffer 1.0 (05-25-95) Kent Briggs
Pulsar for Windows 3.0 (07-15-93) Tesserax Information Systems
PUT, GET, Install Utilities 3.43 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
Q&A Study Aid 5.2 (07-31-95) Quid Pro Quo Software
q&dBase for Windows 2.0a (10-23-94) Q&D Software Development
Q4Tool 1.6b (08-06-93) CareWare
Qanalyst 2.05 (09-19-90) Barn Owl Software
QBALL 2.40 (06-01-94) Benjamin W. Hartley
QCDRUN 1.0B (06-05-93) QUART, Inc.
QENV 2.5 (08-07-94) Annette Cuomo
QFiler 3.2 (07-15-91) Jamestown Software
QFont 1.5 (10-20-90) Jamestown Software
QIC-BAT for CMS 1.2 (11-08-93) Command Line Software
QPACS 3.3 (02-01-95) Richard A. Williams
QRead 2.0 (03-23-95) DS Products
QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 3.3 (03-12-93) PC-DSD
Quick-BAR! (Code) for Windows 1.0 (10-27-93) Mission Critical
Software
QuickDir 1.32 (11-16-93) SUPERWARE
QUICKEXT 1.1 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
QuickTax (tm) Planner/Estimator 1.04 (10-27-93) Bates
Engineering/Software
QUIK-INSTALL 2.0 (12-07-93) Michael L. Wester
Quilt 1.32 (04-09-92) Cascoly Software
Race The Nags 1.3 (08-05-93) Olsen Outdoors
RACONTEX 3.23 (11-20-93) Guy Software
RADIOSIM 3.0 (04-01-95) BREMENSON
RagTime for Windows 1.0a (10-15-93) Unique Software
Productions
RANGER TRACKER 2.0 (07-08-94) Robert Barrentine Consulting
Ravitz Editor 1.10b (08-12-93) Ravitz Software Inc.
RDIR: Relative DIRectory Size 1.43 (09-21-93) R.P.McCormick
READ 2.5 (07-02-95) Wells Computing Services

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861

REALIZE 1.0 (09-21-94) Transcendental Technologies


Recap 5.1 (08-14-95) R.K. West Consulting
RECIPE FILE MANAGEMENT 3.3 (02-01-94) First Step Software
Recon 2.50 (09-19-94) Amdox Corp.
Reconcile 1.30 (05-18-93) Shareable Software International
Records of the Realm 3.0 (04-12-94) My Little Realm
Enterprises
REFILE 3.1 (04-17-94) MegAS Corporation
Relor Rhyming Dictionary 1.0 (10-02-94) Doyle Bare
REMInder 1.2 (01-01-93) Michael G. Bruckner
Reminder 1.3F (02-01-93) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
Report Utility for Paradox/DOS 2.04 (02-12-94) The C Group,
Inc.
RESTAURANT COST CONTROL 4.2 (01-15-94) First Step Software
Resume Master Deluxe 4.0 (02-01-94) Whirlwind Technologies
Rev. Lowell's Treasury of Humor 1.01 (03-01-95) Bardon Data
Systems
RexxBase 2.00 (05-15-95) American Coders, LTD.
RFILE: Relative File Size 1.16 (09-21-93) R.P.McCormick
RI-VB Database Toolkit v1.1 1.1 (02-15-95) MIS Resources
International
The Richard Webster System 4.0 (05-16-95) R.K. West Consulting
RideMatch 1.0 (11-11-93) Paradise Programming
The Right Resume 1.0c (05-01-95) Whirlwind Technologies
RISS Font Pak #1 1.3 (02-25-94) Rhode Island Soft Systems,
Inc.
RISS Icon Pak 1.3 (05-02-94) Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
RMS-III: Ref.Mgn.Sys. 3.2b (03-20-94) Mulberry Software, Inc.
RoboCrap.v94 1.00 (01-02-95) Second Career Software
Rockford! 3.5 (05-01-94) OsoSoft
ROLLCALL.DBMS 3.5 (03-12-93) PC-DSD
Rolodeck 1.0 (05-03-95) Henning Associates
Rosenthal UnInstall 1.0 (04-25-94) Rosenthal Engineering
Rosenthal WinLite 1.0 (10-24-93) Rosenthal Engineering
Rosewood Journal 5.02 (09-21-93) Rosewood Software
RoText VBX 1.3 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
RPF Zip Control 2.1.5 (12-03-94) RPF Software
RPMSHARE 3.42 (12-05-94) South Pointe Software
RR 1.0 (01-01-92) Feico Nater Shareware
RRKeyCaps & RRKeySampler (PST1) 2.0 (07-24-94) RoadRunner
Computing
RRKeyCaps & RRKeySampler (TT) 2.0 (07-24-94) RoadRunner
Computing
RRKeyCapsGerman (PST1) 2.0 (07-24-94) RoadRunner Computing
RRKeyCapsGerman (TT) 2.0 (07-24-94) RoadRunner Computing
RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (PST1) 2.0 (07-24-94) RoadRunner
Computing
RRMacCaps & RRKeySampler (TT) 2.0 (07-24-94) RoadRunner
Computing
RTAG 2.1 (05-01-93) Phillip H. Sherrod
Rubicon Publisher 2.2C (06-08-91) Rubicon Computer Labs Inc.
RUF100.ZIP 1.0 (03-31-95) MIS Resources International
SAB Diskette Utility 2.50 (01-01-94) Stewart A. Berman
SAC DATABASE 2.7.2 (07-20-95) C & R Business Systems Ltd.

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862

Safe Program 1.00 (07-01-95) Regnoc Software


SAFEPACK 1.5 (03-08-93) D J Harvey Software
Sales & Samples 1.0 (04-01-94) C T Johnson, Inc
Savings 3.0 (06-20-93) My Little Realm Enterprises
SC-Scripter 1.0 (08-27-94) SplitCycle Computing
SCAN 494 (04-04-94) EZ Software
SCBA Trak 2.40 (01-28-95) Raymond A.J. Pesek
Scholar Utilities 2.11 (02-01-93) Hawk Software
Schooner 2.50 GUI (03-14-95) Jonathan Cook
Sci & Eng Tool for Lotus 1-2-3 1.3 (06-01-93) K.I.T.A.L.
Software
SCP 1.04 (11-18-94) Christopher J. Noyes Software
Screen Saver Sampler 2.0 (01-01-95) Damsel Software Group
SCROLLit 1.8 (10-19-93) Bromfield Software Products
ScrollZ 2.10 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
Search-N-Store 3.4 (06-14-94) Shawn Anderson SoftWare
Seascape 1.4 (11-26-93) Advanced Computer Tektonics
Second Guess 1.1 (07-10-95) Arcanum Computing
SEE (File Viewer) 5.10 (05-05-95) MicroFox Company
SensuVoX I 0.00 (01-29-95) Unicorn Software Limited
Serial File Copy 3.5 (06-01-94) MarshallSoft Computing, Inc.
Service Call Manager 2.0 (02-08-95) CPI computer services
SETUP.EXE 4.6 (08-12-95) Chapter One Developments Ltd.
Shareware Reference Guides n/a (01-01-80) Association of
Shareware Professionals
Shareware Tracker 3.11 (11-05-93) RMH Computer Services
Shell 1.2.3 (07-20-95) C & R Business Systems Ltd.
SHERLOCK 2.73 (12-28-93) Gulf Sierra
Shez 9.5 (10-29-93) California Software Design
SHIP TRACKER 1.2 (03-15-93) Robert Barrentine Consulting
Shooting Gallery 3.3 (02-07-95) Arcanum Computing
ShotZ 3.00 (01-15-92) Unicorn Software Limited
Silver Wolf Desktop 1.0 (12-12-94) Silver Wolf Software
Simply Docs 2.1 (10-29-93) SimpleWare
Simply Help! 1.06 (04-08-92) SimpleWare
Simply Labels 4.02 (02-11-93) SimpleWare
Simstat 3.0e (04-01-94) Provalis Research
SINCE: List Modified Files 1.29 (07-24-93) R.P.McCormick
SkyGlobe 3.6 (10-15-93) KlassM Software, Inc.
SkyMap 2.1 (07-01-94) Christopher A. Marriott
SLIB10.ZIP 1.0 (03-31-95) MIS Resources International
Sloop Manager 1.2c (01-07-93) Sloop Software
SMALL BUSINESS ADVISOR 94.4 (10-15-94) RONIN Software
$mart Gambler 1.6 (01-01-94) PC Information Systems
Smart10 2.1 (10-02-94) Sympathetic Software
SmartCat Plus 1.5 (07-23-93) Shareable Software International
SmartDraw 2.01 (08-18-95) SmartDraw Software Inc.
SmilerShell 3.0 (03-29-95) Bardon Data Systems
SNAKE 1.0 (10-01-94) Chatfield Software, Inc.
Snooper 3.40 (06-21-95) Vias and Associates
SoundMasterDb 2.02 (09-14-92) TurboSystemsCo
SoundX VBX 1.3 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
SoundZ 4.00 (09-01-94) Unicorn Software Limited
SoundZ For Windows 2.15 (03-09-95) Unicorn Software Limited

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863

SPANISH DRILL! 1.8 (11-09-93) LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES


Spanish Helper Level One 1.3 (04-16-95) G.B. Blanchard
SpeedBack 2.3 (02-12-93) MicroTools Inc
Spelling Sentry 1.3 (04-09-94) Wintertree Software Inc.
SQWEZ 1.0 (04-16-94) JM Software
STACKEY 4.0 (12-23-91) CTRLALT Associates
StarFlic 1.2 (04-14-94) TRIUS, Inc.
STARTREK the Computer Program 1.00 (05-25-90) Software for
Amateur Radio
StatTrak for Baseball 5.3 (01-15-95) ALL-PRO Software Inc.
Steam Properties 1.0 (06-28-95)
STEENBURGH's STUFF 3.0 (07-01-93) Tay-Jee Software
STF: Show Two FIles 1.45 (09-21-93) R.P.McCormick
Stock Wiz 2.0 (06-15-95) Informatik Inc.
Stowaway True Archival System 2.2 (07-29-93) Patri-Soft
Sub-contracor Billing 2.2.1 (07-20-95) C & R Business Systems
Ltd.
SUNDAY SCHOOL COLORS 3.7 (05-15-93) Randall Alaimo
Super Macro Library for 1-2-3 3.4 (06-01-93) K.I.T.A.L.
Software
Super Stuff Utilities 3.1 (10-11-93) Super Tools
Super VGA Puzzle 2.04 (05-14-94) Cascoly Software
Super!Market 1.10 (12-01-93) Trulli Tops Software, Inc.
SuperDIR 1.1 (08-20-95) Cottonwood Software
SuperFlow V1.10 (10-01-93) Advanced Technology Group, Inc.
SuperFly 2.1 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing
SuperSet - Environment Extender 1.1 (02-01-95) Ross Leidy
SwimBase 2.04 (07-15-93) Words to Go
SysChk 2.38 (09-01-93) Advanced Personal Systems
System Monitor 3.0 (10-24-93) Rosenthal Engineering
T-Zero 1.04 (11-30-93) Dennis M. Cunningham
Tag Line Xpress 4.00 (05-20-94) Ron Janorkar
Talking ABC's 4.0 (02-10-93) Redwood Games
Tangram 1.1 (04-15-94) Judah Warshaw
TASK MASTER 2.4c (11-24-93) RKS Software, Inc.
Task Scheduler for DOS 2.5 (08-01-93) Simian Id Software
TC's Personal Data Manager 1.20 (02-17-95) Specific
Applications Software
TC's Toolbox 2.3 (02-17-95) Specific Applications Software
Teach Your Children 2.0 (02-06-95) Q&D Software Development
Technical Editor (DOS) 2.80 (08-15-94) On-Target Software
Technical Editor (OS/2) 2.80 (08-15-94) On-Target Software
Technical Editor (Windows NT) 2.80 (08-15-94) On-Target
Software
Teleshare/DOS Remote Access 3 (06-01-95) P. C. Softsmith
Textshot 4.0 (02-03-95) McAdams Associates
Thelma ThistleBlossom 5.20 (12-26-93) Timpanogos Software
Thelma's ClichePlus 1.8 (01-04-94) Timpanogos Software
Thelma's SpellPlus 1.1 (01-04-94) Timpanogos Software
Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro 2.1 (06-15-94) Whirlwind
Technologies
Tikler 5.3 (08-05-93) Olsen Outdoors
Tile Match 1.2 (09-01-94) Arcanum Computing
Time is Money 2.3 (12-07-94) Custom Data Solutions

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864

TimeCapture 2.4 (08-11-93) Versatile Software Solutions, Inc.


TimeClock 1.1 (11-01-94) KMR Consulting
Timeclock I 2.4s (04-15-94) Faught Data Systems, Inc.
TMC Calendar & Phone Book 2.1 (01-17-93) Specific Applications
Software
Tolman Dental Program 5.0 (04-01-94) Peter T. Smith D.D.S.
TommySoftware CAD/Draw 1.10b (04-16-93)
Toolbar 2X for Word 6.0 2.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
ToolBOX 1.4 (11-14-93) The Binary Toolshed
ToolDriver 2.01 (04-15-93) ConVal Software, Inc.
TOP 2.0 (11-15-93) TNC Technology
Top Draw 2.0 (06-30-94) Top Software
Top Fonts Sampler 1.3 (08-23-93) Elfring Soft Fonts
Total Investor for 1-2-3 DOS 2.1 (11-12-93) Hughes Financial
Services
Total Investor for 1-2-3 Window 3.0 (08-17-95) Hughes
Financial Services
Total Investor for Symphony 2.1 (09-10-93) Hughes Financial
Services
Touch Type Tutor for Windows 1.0 (09-01-92) Gray Design
Associates
Towers 1.27 (02-20-93) Cascoly Software
Track-It 3.07 (12-29-93) Millennium Software
TRAINER 1.4 (08-20-93) Nine-Patch Software
TRAINING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 1.2 (04-15-94) Oscar Wenholm
TRAINING TRACKER 2.0 (04-14-94) Robert Barrentine Consulting
Treasure Hunt Math 1.2 (02-12-93) Adventure LearningWare
TreeChart 2.00 (08-23-94) FineLine Software
TreeDraw 1.10 (05-01-95) SpanSoft
TreePlan for DOS 2.1 (08-12-93) Decision Support Services
TROOP TRACKER 4.0 (06-18-94) Robert Barrentine Consulting
TSR Download 2.9b (09-01-91) Elfring Soft Fonts
TURBO TPU TOOLKIT! 1.5 (03-01-94) LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES
TURF.v93 1.01 (05-14-94) Second Career Software
TUTOR.COM 4.5 (05-01-91) Computer Knowledge
U.S. Geography Tutor 1.0 (04-01-94) On-Target Software
UDECIDE 1.06 (11-10-92) Cascoly Software
ULTIMATE BACCARAT 2.0 (03-15-94) Accidental Software
ULTIMATE BLACKJACK 3.0 (03-15-94) Accidental Software
Ultimate Faxer for Word 6.0 1.0 (05-02-95) AMF Shareware
Productions
ULTIMATE GIN 1.42 (03-15-94) Accidental Software
UltiMenu 1.00 (08-19-94) Ron Janorkar
UnderBar 2.2 (02-25-93) Binary Systems
Universal Install 2.0 (05-10-94) The GoodSoft Co.
USEMGR 1.0 (03-15-93) XD Systems
VAR Grade 6.00 (04-30-93) VARed Software
Variable Investment Analyst 5.92 (04-01-95) Will Baldwin
VB-Dial 2.1c (11-05-93) Unique Software Productions
Vehicle Costs 2.4 (05-01-94) Graham Ferguson
Vending Machine 1.5 (06-17-95) Lincoln Beach Software
VERSAMAP 1.40 (06-14-94) Charles H. Culberson

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

865

Version Control & Maintenance 2.8.1 (07-20-95) C & R Business


Systems Ltd.
VGAWHEEL V.1.91 (12-18-93) WHEEL Games
Video Librarian 4.02 (12-31-93) TurboSystemsCo
VideoMaster 9.00 (11-29-94) Unicorn Software Limited
VideoMaster For Windows 2.10 (03-09-95) Unicorn Software
Limited
ViDir/ViRes File Monitor System 1.02 (02-28-94) Vahnzinn
international
VIEW_MAN 1.10 (10-31-94) MicroMetric
Virus Simulator 2C (01-01-93) Rosenthal Engineering
Vision Edit 3.5 (04-30-93) Andrzej Brzezinski
Visual Calendar Planner 1.1 (02-10-94) Bok Nan Lo
Visual Computer Dictionary Plus 2.0 (05-10-95) BlueStar
Software
VMS40 - EMS emulator (disk) 1.2 (04-05-94) Fugue Software
Volcano Hunter 1.0 (06-15-91) Informative Technologies
VPT 4.15 (12-29-91) clySmic Software
WALL STREET RAIDER 4.2 (04-30-94) RONIN Software
Wall Street Simulator - Windows 1.00 (06-25-94) Larax Software
WatchDog 1.21 (10-30-92) Software & Consulting
Water and Steam Properties 1.2 (08-12-94) Katmar Software
WDiff 1.30 (05-29-95) C.Sitte Softwaretechnik
WDN: Wipe Directory Names 1.20 (07-24-93) R.P.McCormick
WebForms 1.0h (06-15-95) Q&D Software Development
WEBS 1.2 (06-11-92) Cascoly Software
wfListen 3.00 (03-28-94) Prodigy Computing
What-I-DID! for Windows 1.0 (10-25-93) Mission Critical
Software
WHATS-UP 1.20 (07-01-91) Software for Amateur Radio
WhizNotes 2.0 (03-20-94) Advanced Supprt Group, Inc.
Win Change 3.6 (09-30-94) JRE Enterprises
Win Multiple Configurations 6.2 (10-05-94) JRE Enterprises
WinBatch 4.0 (10-31-92) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinBrowse 1.6a (04-17-95) Q&D Software Development
WinCap+ 1.00 (05-01-95) The CodeWorks+ Ltd.
WinCharging 1.0 (04-01-95) My Little Realm Enterprises
WinCheck 3.0P (02-01-92) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinClip 3.5 (04-15-94) OsoSoft
WinDatCon 2.0 (04-18-94) Vogel Scientific Software
Windev - Windows Developer 1.56 (09-19-93) Helios Software
Solutions
Windev - Windows NT Developer 1.56 (09-19-93) Helios Software
Solutions
The Window BOSS & Data Clerk 8.02 (08-15-94) Star Guidance
Consulting, Inc.
Windows Gourmet 1.2 (01-01-95) Dovcom
Windows Lotto 1.1 (05-01-94) Data Solutions
The Wine Window 1.2 (08-01-95) Prospect Software
WinEdit Lite 2.0 (02-01-93) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinEdit Pro 2.0 (02-01-93) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinEdit Standard 2.0 (02-01-93) Wilson WindowWare, Inc.
WinFlash 3.0 (12-21-93) Open Windows
WinGRAB for Windows 2.0 (08-31-93) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

866

WinGraph 1.1 (03-05-93) XWare, Inc.


WINIMAGE 1.11 (09-15-93) Vollant Gilles
WinJottr 1.0 (04-10-94) Open Windows
WinKillr 1.0 (05-28-95) Open Windows
WinNET Mail for MS Windows 2.11 (03-24-94) COMPUTER
WITCHCRAFT, INC.
WinOCR 2.0b (09-20-93) SoftTech
WINPAK #1 1.2 (01-20-93) Rhode Island Soft Systems, Inc.
WinPost 3.2b (07-01-93) Eastern Mountain Software
WinPrice 1.0 (02-10-94) Open Windows
WinProof 1.0C (01-28-94) Intellect Systems
WinSecure 2.0 (03-01-94) ViewPoint Software, Inc.
WINstall 1.0a (11-01-94) Dovcom
WinUpD8R 4.1 (03-12-95) Open Windows
Winvelope 5.0 (06-04-95) Winvelope Software
WInvoices 1.0d (05-31-95) Q&D Software Development
WINWHEEL 1.70 (01-16-93) WHEEL Games
WinZip 5.0 (11-08-93) Nico Mak Computing, Inc.
WINZLE 1.07 (09-28-94) Cascoly Software
WizManager 1.1c (08-02-93) Mijenix
Wndlib 1.0 (03-25-94) Burnham Park Software, Inc.
WonderBar 4.4 (04-20-93) Binary Systems
Word Fugue 3.1 R1 (01-15-94) Fugue Software
Word Rescue #1 1.0 (02-10-93) Redwood Games
WordMaster 1.81 (03-01-93) MasterWorks
Wordware v3.0.12a for WinWord 6 3.0.12a (05-02-95) AMF
Shareware Productions
Workbase 4.3 (05-15-95) R.K. West Consulting
WOWSpill 1.0 (09-09-93) World Of Windows Software
WRITE CHINESE 1.00 (05-18-94) Awareness Productions
Writer's Cramp 2.2 (09-30-94) JRE Enterprises
Wssindex 5.27 (06-05-93) WSS Division of DDC
WStyle 1.13 (07-25-93) Wintertree Software Inc.
Wynter Stone's I Ching 1.2 (02-17-95) R.K. West Consulting
Wynter Stone's Quick Guide 1.6 (11-17-94) R.K. West Consulting
x-CAL3 3.31 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-CON3 1.44 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-FILE3 1.74 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-FONE3 2.18 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-FONE4 1.25 (06-18-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-FORUM3 1.28 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-FORUM4 1.12 (06-18-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-NEWS3 1.57 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-OUT3 1.44 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-OUT4 1.31 (06-18-95) Extensions Software Corporation
x-SKED3 1.58 (05-01-95) Extensions Software Corporation
XDIR 3.05 (03-09-91) XD Systems
XED 1.1b (08-24-94) David L. Dight
XFile 2.00 (03-15-95) Phase 33 Digital, Inc.
XFIRE: Action Puzzle game 1.02 (11-30-93) Cascoly Software
XMENU 1.0a (11-22-93) David M. Dibble
XPENS 1.3 (01-01-94) Richard A. Williams
XYSee 4.0a (09-04-94) Insight Advantage

Appendix E, "Sorted list of all programs"

867

Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1 4.00 (06-17-95) Henning


Associates
You're Hired! 1.33 (02-05-95) DataWell
Your ESP Test 1.5 (05-19-95) R.K. West Consulting
Z & Z Color 3.1 (09-01-95) Z & Z Software
Z & Z Puzzle 1.0 (09-01-95) Z & Z Software
ZIP Fugue (DOS) for PKZIP/UNZIP 1.2 (04-19-94) Fugue Software
ZIP Fugue (Windows) 2.0 (04-25-94) Fugue Software
Zip Pro 1,0 (11-22-94) Synaptek Software
Zip Server(TM) 1.3 (04-13-95) Redei Enterprises
ZiPaper 1.3c (12-30-91) Daniel Thomas
ZipInf VBX 1.1 (08-14-94) Mabry Software
ZIPKEY 2.04e (05-01-93) Eric Isaacson Software
ZIPPER Payroll 1.6 (02-28-93) SOFTCRAFT
Zippidy Do Da(tm) 1.01 (12-05-93) SMI Corporation
ZK-Shell 1.0 (04-22-92) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
ZPAY 3 3.6 (01-01-93) ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
Zpeller 4.10 (01-01-95) Unicorn Software Limited

Appendix F, "Supporting Members"

868

Appendix F
Supporting Members
The Association of Shareware Professionals expresses a special
thanks to the following supporting members:
Authors:
David Berdan - ExpressWare Corporation
Richard Cherry Jr. - Cherry Tree Software
Phil Katz - PKWARE, Inc.
Sammy Mitchell - SemWare
Vendors:
Die Deutsche Software Bibliothek
George Margelis - Bugetware
Gregory N. Wilson - Big Byte Software
Mohiyel-Din Hussein - Husco
Michael C. Comish - Software Excitement!
Arthur Tendler - The $5 Computer Software Store
BBSs:
Don W. Watkins - CompuServe (IBMNET)
Tess Heder, Brian Miller - Channel 1
Jon H. Larimore - GLIB
Bruce Jackson - The Break
Dave Harrison - Metro Online
Neil Fleming - Canada Remote Systems

Index

869

Index
80286 utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities,
286/386/486-specific
80386 utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities,
286/386/486-specific
80486 utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities,
286/386/486-specific
A
A86 Macro Assembler 454
ASP 202
ombudsman 711
C
CompuServe 711
Crossword Creator 236, 237

Norton's NDOS See:


Utilities, Software
tools & add-ins, For JP
Software
O
Optical character
recognition See:
Graphics, Business
applications, OCR
applications
P
PKZIP 50
ProDev*QUOTE 349
Q
quotations 202

G
GRAB Plus(r) 100, 159

R
RAM utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities, CPU & memory
Restore See: Utilities,
File utilities, Backup/
restore
retail software 202

H
Handicapped See:
Utilities, Special needs

S
Soft fonts See: Utilities,
Printer utilities

M
MCGA utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities, Screen, EGA/
VGA specific
Memory utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities, CPU & memory

T
Trojan horse See:
Utilities, Security
programs

D
D86 Debugger 455

N
NDOS See: Utilities,
Software tools & addins, For JP Software

V
VGA utilities See:
Utilities, Hardware
utilities, Screen, EGA/
VGA specific
Z
ZIPKEY 305

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