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                                    Contents


               ASP Catalog Updates for BBS Users (Master Edition)     2

               Chapter 1:  How to read this catalog                   3
                  1.1  Minimum requirements  . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
                  1.2  Registration benefits . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
                  1.3  Sample product description  . . . . . . . . .  6


               Part 1:  Shareware Products


               Chapter 2:  Utilities                                  9
                  2.1  Disk utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9
                     2.1.1  Hard disk utilities  . . . . . . . . . .  9
                        2.1.1.1  Optimization & defragmentation  . . 12
                     2.1.2  Floppy disk utilities  . . . . . . . . . 12
                  2.2  File utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
                     2.2.1  Backup/restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
                     2.2.2  File encryption  . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                     2.2.3  File archiving & compression . . . . . . 16
                     2.2.4  File comparison  . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                  2.3  Hardware utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                     2.3.1  Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                     2.3.2  Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
                        2.3.2.1  Screen capture  . . . . . . . . . . 18
                  2.4  Printer utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
                     2.4.1  Printer control  . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
                     2.4.2  UPCs & bar codes . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
                     2.4.3  Envelope addressers  . . . . . . . . . . 21
                     2.4.4  Printer specific . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
                  2.5  System utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
                     2.5.1  Multi-OS utilities . . . . . . . . . . . 21
                     2.5.2  Batch & macro utilities  . . . . . . . . 21
                     2.5.3  Configuration utilities  . . . . . . . . 22
                  2.6  Desktop utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
                     2.6.1  Multi-function . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
                     2.6.2  Calculators  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
                     2.6.3  Calendars  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
                     2.6.4  Clocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
                     2.6.5  Phone dialers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
                        2.6.5.1  Rolodex programs  . . . . . . . . . 26
                     2.6.6  Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
                     2.6.7  Notepads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
                     2.6.8  Personal information managers (PIMs) . . 27
                     2.6.9  Time management  . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
                     2.6.10  Journal/diary programs  . . . . . . . . 30
                  2.7  Menu systems & file managers  . . . . . . . . 30
                     2.7.1  Menu systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
                     2.7.2  File managers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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                  2.8  Special needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
                     2.8.1  Vision-impaired utilities  . . . . . . . 32
                  2.9  Software tools & add-ins  . . . . . . . . . . 32
                     2.9.1  For JP Software  . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
                        2.9.1.1  For 4DOS/NDOS . . . . . . . . . . . 32
                     2.9.2  For Norton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
                        2.9.2.1  For Norton Utilities  . . . . . . . 32

               Chapter 3:  Writing applications                      33
                  3.1  Text editors  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
                  3.2  Word processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
                  3.3  Desktop publishing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
                  3.4  Style checkers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
                  3.5  Document boilerplates . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
                     3.5.1  Resume' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
                  3.6  Creativity & brainstorming  . . . . . . . . . 37
                  3.7  Writing utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
                     3.7.1  File format translators  . . . . . . . . 38
                  3.8  Software tools & macros . . . . . . . . . . . 38
                     3.8.1  For PC-Write . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
                     3.8.2  For Word . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
                     3.8.3  For WordPerfect  . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
                     3.8.4  For other  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

               Chapter 4:  Database applications                     41
                  4.1  Relational database managers  . . . . . . . . 41
                  4.2  Flat-file database managers . . . . . . . . . 41
                  4.3  Mailing list systems  . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
                  4.4  Freeform/text database managers . . . . . . . 42
                  4.5  Database utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
                  4.6  Software tools & add-ins  . . . . . . . . . . 43
                     4.6.1  For multiple programs  . . . . . . . . . 43
                     4.6.2  For dBASE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
                     4.6.3  For Clipper  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

               Chapter 5:  Data                                      45
                  5.1  Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
                  5.2  World facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
                  5.3  Software tools & add-ins  . . . . . . . . . . 45
                     5.3.1  For multiple programs  . . . . . . . . . 45

               Chapter 6:  Business                                  46
                  6.1  Business finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
                     6.1.1  Business accounting  . . . . . . . . . . 46
                     6.1.2  Point-of-sale systems  . . . . . . . . . 49
                     6.1.3  Billing/invoice systems  . . . . . . . . 49
                     6.1.4  Payroll systems  . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
                  6.2  Inventory systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
                  6.3  Equipment use & maintenance . . . . . . . . . 51
                  6.4  Employee management/scheduling  . . . . . . . 52
                  6.5  Client management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
                  6.6  Organization charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
                  6.7  Specific-field systems  . . . . . . . . . . . 55
                     6.7.1  Real estate  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

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                     6.7.2  Small businesses . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
                  6.8  Forms generators  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
                     6.8.1  Forms processing . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
                  6.9  Sales aids  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
                  6.10  Marketing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
                  6.11  Work-at-home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
                  6.12  Training & support aids  . . . . . . . . . . 57
                     6.12.1  Job interviewing  . . . . . . . . . . . 58
                  6.13  Business utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

               Chapter 7:  Finances                                  60
                  7.1  Stock trading & analysis  . . . . . . . . . . 60
                  7.2  Personal finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
                     7.2.1  Finances & budgets . . . . . . . . . . . 61
                  7.3  Portfolio management  . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
                  7.4  Financial calculators . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
                  7.5  Finance utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

               Chapter 8:  Engineering                               63
                  8.1  Electrical engineering  . . . . . . . . . . . 63
                  8.2  Numerical control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
                  8.3  Engineering utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

               Chapter 9:  Communications                            65
                  9.1  General-purpose modem communications  . . . . 65
                  9.2  Networks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
                     9.2.1  Modem-based networks . . . . . . . . . . 66
                  9.3  Fax machines & fax cards  . . . . . . . . . . 66
                  9.4  Call logging & analysis . . . . . . . . . . . 66
                  9.5  Modem-based graphics applications . . . . . . 66
                  9.6  Communication utilities . . . . . . . . . . . 67

               Chapter 10:  Mathematics                              68
                  10.1  Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

               Chapter 11:  Computer programming                     69
                  11.1  CASE tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
                  11.2  Languages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
                     11.2.1  BASIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
                     11.2.2  C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
                     11.2.3  COBOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
                     11.2.4  Pascal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
                        11.2.4.1  OOP Pascal for DOS (Borland) . . . 71
                  11.3  Hypertext/hypermedia . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
                  11.4  Programming utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . 71
                  11.5  Software tools & add-ins . . . . . . . . . . 71
                     11.5.1  For multiple programs . . . . . . . . . 71
                     11.5.2  For other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

               Chapter 12:  Education                                73
                  12.1  Preschool  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
                  12.2  Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
                  12.3  Junior high  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
                  12.4  High school  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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                  12.5  College  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
                  12.6  Teachers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
                  12.7  Computers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
                  12.8  Foreign language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
                  12.9  History  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
                  12.10  Literature  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
                  12.11  Science & ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
                  12.12  Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
                  12.13  Software tools & add-ins  . . . . . . . . . 79
                     12.13.1  For other  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
                  12.14  Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

               Chapter 13:  Graphics                                 80
                  13.1  Drawing/editor programs  . . . . . . . . . . 80
                  13.2  Presentation graphics  . . . . . . . . . . . 80
                     13.2.1  Animation applications  . . . . . . . . 81
                        13.2.1.1  "Morphing" applications  . . . . . 81
                  13.3  CAD/CAM applications . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
                  13.4  Ready-made graphic images  . . . . . . . . . 83
                     13.4.1  BMP images  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
                     13.4.2  PCX images  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
                  13.5  Utilities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
                     13.5.1  Cataloging tools  . . . . . . . . . . . 83
                     13.5.2  File format translators . . . . . . . . 83

               Chapter 14:  Home & hobby                             84
                  14.1  Fortune telling & astrology  . . . . . . . . 84
                  14.2  Gambling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
                  14.3  Ham radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
                  14.4  Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
                     14.4.1  Food/dietary/kitchen  . . . . . . . . . 89
                  14.5  Household automation . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
                  14.6  Hunting & fishing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
                  14.7  Music  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
                  14.8  Personalities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
                  14.9  Reading (and writing, too) . . . . . . . . . 91
                  14.10  Sports  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
                     14.10.1  Betting pools  . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
                     14.10.2  Handicapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
                        14.10.2.1  For `the ponies'  . . . . . . . . 92
                        14.10.2.2  For other . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
                     14.10.3  Baseball/softball  . . . . . . . . . . 92
                     14.10.4  Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
                     14.10.5  Boating sports . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
                     14.10.6  Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
                     14.10.7  Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

               Chapter 15:  Religion & philosophy                    96
                  15.1  The Bible  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
                     15.1.1  Bible programs  . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
                  15.2  For houses of worship  . . . . . . . . . . . 96
                  15.3  New age/occult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
                  15.4  Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
                     15.4.1  Metaphysics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

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               Chapter 16:  Games                                    99
                  16.1  Adventure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
                  16.2  Card games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
                  16.3  Casino games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100
                  16.4  Jokes & humor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100
                  16.5  Practical jokes  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  101
                  16.6  Sayings & stories  . . . . . . . . . . . .  102
                  16.7  Simulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  102
                     16.7.1  Sports  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  102
                  16.8  Trivia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  103
                  16.9  Word games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  104
                  16.10  For adults  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  104


               Part 2:  Appendixes


               Appendix A:  Author addresses                        106

               Appendix B:  Vendor addresses                        114

               Appendix C:  Bulletin Boards                         117

               Appendix D:  Retired shareware                       120

               Appendix E:  Sorted list of all programs             123

               Appendix F:  Supporting Members                      127

               Index                                                128

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                 ASP Catalog Updates for BBS Users (Master Edition)
                                        th          rd
                        Updates to the 4   volume, 3   edition
                               Published March 3, 1994

          Copyright 1994 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 per-
          mission 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 Associa-
               tion 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 Ombuds-
               man 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 tele-
               phone 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.

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                                      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 pro-
          grams 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).

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             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 non-
                         Hayes 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 higher-
                         resolution 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 higher-
                         resolution 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 Compu-
                         Serve network with a $15 usage credit when you
                         register an ASP member's shareware product.
             Shareware
             Magazine    get a discount when you subscribe to Shareware
                         Magazine.

          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-

          ASP Catalog Updates for BBS Users (Master Edition)              7



            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 regis-
            tering the software.  All ASP shareware programs come with cer-
            tain 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 Compu-
            Serve (or contact userID 78901,2345 for assistance); FILE-
            NAME.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 share-
            ware 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"                                 8



















                                        PART 1                             
                                 Shareware Products

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                                      Chapter 2                            
                                      Utilities


          2.1  Disk utilities

          2.1.1  Hard disk utilities

          Product: Hard at Work                                       [***]
            You take a break while the computer "works"  See full
            description on page 100.

          Product: LoveDOS                                            [***]
            The computer falls in love with you.  See full description on
            page 101.

          Product: PALERT                                             [***]
            Verify enough disk freespace before using pgm.  See full
            description on page 21.

          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.
          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)
          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.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         10



          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.
          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)
          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.


          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.
          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)
          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).

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         11



          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.
          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)
          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.


          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.
          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: WinUpD8R                                           [***]
            Work/home file transfer/update/backup utility.  See full
            description on page 12.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         12



          2.1.1.1  Optimization & defragmentation

          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!


          2.1.2  Floppy disk utilities

          Product: PDEL                                               [***]
            Safe/Precise DOS delete.  Extensive features.  See full
            description on page 9.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         13



          Product: WinUpD8R                                           [***]
          Author: Open Windows
          Version: 3.0 (05-30-93)
          Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.  512k RAM; VGA
            monitor; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: Mouse.
          Registration fee: $15.00 (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); 6
            months of CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; disks of
            other shareware. 12-month free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: UPD8R-30.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).
          Download size: 76k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            If you use "floppy net" to move files back and forth between
            computers, you need this! It can automatically keep your files
            up-to-date on multiple machines while providing triple-
            redundant backup of your data in the process. Many available
            modes, including batch operation. No cables or modem transfers
            necessary. Barry Simon says in Windows Sources "If you have two
            or more machines to keep in synch, you'll bless this program."
            The only Windows program designed to support "floppy-net."


          2.2  File utilities

          Product: 4FILES                                             [***]
          Author: Hand-Crafted Software, 907-747-8996
          Version: 3.12 (02-09-94)
          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; 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: 4FILE312.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it
            at no charge); 4FILES.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum
            LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 72037,3607 for assistance);
            4FILE312.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 0 (or contact
            userID LEDWARDS10 for assistance).
          SWREG#: 912
          PsL#: 10574
          Download size: 98k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            System enhancer & file manager makes all your work easier!
               * Combines fast directory navigation with finger-tip
                 launching & loading of your data files & favorite
                 utilities

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         14



               * File management functions & archiving support 4DOS/NDOS
                 file descriptions
               * Works from a directory listing, sortable any way you like,
                 that shows file descriptions.  Powerful description editor
               * Runs well with DOS, OS/2, Windows or DESQview
               * Easy, on-the-fly configuration and registration branding


          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!


          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.
          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)
          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.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         15



          2.2.1  Backup/restore

          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; 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: 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;
            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!

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         16



          Product: PCOPY                                              [***]
            The copy program "that DOS forgot"  See full description on
            page 9.

          Product: Stowaway True Archival System                      [***]
            Archive seldom used/inactive files to disks.  See full
            description on page 11.

          Product: WinUpD8R                                           [***]
            Work/home file transfer/update/backup utility.  See full
            description on page 12.

          2.2.2  File encryption

          Product: D/Crypt-It                                         [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 1.00 (02-15-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.  384k RAM; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $19.00 (add $2.00 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, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: DCI100SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 610-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 50k (about four minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A file encryption/decryption utility that allows the user to
            scramble all type of files including executables. Password
            supplied by user and program utilizes multiple data encryption
            algorithms. Fast, east, efficient.


          2.2.3  File archiving & compression

          Product: Stowaway True Archival System                      [***]
            Archive seldom used/inactive files to disks.  See full
            description on page 11.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         17



          2.2.4  File comparison

          Product: FCOMP                                              [***]
          Author: Gamma Software, 303-490-2928
          Version: 1.01 (01-10-92)
          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.
          Registration fee: $15.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, GEnie,
            mail support.
          Look for: FCOMP101.ZIP on BBSs; FCOMP1.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
            assistance); FCOMP101.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
            contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
          Download size: 112k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Compares two text files and displays their differences. It is
            fast, friendly and easy to use. Especially useful to
            programmers who want to identify changes made in a source file
            from one version to the next. It can operate in batch or
            interactive mode. Interactive mode features a windows-like file
            selection menu and a scrollable display of the comparison.
            Comparison menu options include: locate next diff, print and
            save to file. Mouse, EGA 43/VGA 50 line modes supported.


          2.3  Hardware utilities

          2.3.1  Keyboard

          Product: KEYSAVER                                           [***]
          Author: HFK Software, 617-259-0059
          Version: 1.1 (12-15-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  10k RAM.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
            lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
            offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          PsL#: 11183
          Download size: 35k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This document builder provides a means of automatically typing
            boiler plate (commonly used) text at will. It not only saves a
            great deal of repetitive typing, but also eliminates the
            associated risk of misspelled words and other typos.  Works
            transparently with WordPerfect, DOS, and other text oriented
            programs.  That is, the program (e.g., WordPerfect) does not

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         18



            know that you did not actually key the boiler plate text
            manually.


          2.3.2  Screen

          2.3.2.1  Screen capture

            See also: Utilities, Printer utilities.

          Product: SNAPSHOT                                           [***]
          Author: HFK Software, 617-259-0059
          Version: 1.0 (12-15-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  15k RAM.
          Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); disks of other
            shareware.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          PsL#: 11184
          Download size: 31k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Provides a means of taking electronic snapshots of specific
            screen text areas and auto-typing the captured text later upon
            demand.  Up to ten snapshots may coexist. Usually, screen data
            are captured while running one program and then automatically
            typed via synthesized keystrokes to provide input to another
            program.  You do not rely upon memory, or notes, to capture the
            displayed text, and the captured text is automatically typed
            when needed; therefore, accuracy is insured.


          2.4  Printer utilities

            See also: Utilities, Hardware utilities, Screen, Screen
            capture; Database applications, Mailing list systems.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         19



          Product: DISK SPOOL II                                      [***]
          Author: Budget Software Company, 303-932-1705
          Version: 4.07 (02-15-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.  14k RAM; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $44.00 (add $44.00 for shipping to U.S.
            addresses) (add $44.00 for shipping to Canadian addresses) (add
            $46.00 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); discounts on
            upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: DS2.EXE on BBSs (call 303-932-0440 to download it at no
            charge); DS2.EXE on CompuServe in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 2
            (or contact userID 70033,643 for assistance).
          SWREG#: 848
          Download size: 220k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
                        th
            Now in its 9   year on the market, this program establishes a
            sophisticated print spooling environment on your computer. It
            includes such advanced features as:
               v/ Ability to handle one or many printer ports.
               v/ Ability to view spooled information from within a popup.
               v/ Efficient background printing engine.
               v/ Advanced document control from popup display: start/stop
                 files; put on hold; multiple copies, and more.


          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).
          Look for: DDP20.ZIP on BBSs; DDP20.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 75010,235 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 30k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Simplifies printing most files under Microsoft 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.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         20



          2.4.1  Printer control

          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.
          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)
          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.


          2.4.2  UPCs & bar codes

          Product: PrintEnvelope                                      [***]
            Complete mail addressing system for Windows.  See full
            description on page 21.

          2.4.3  Envelope addressers

          Product: PrintEnvelope                                      [***]
          Author: Maurer Associates, 914-562-6600
          Version: 2.33 (01-20-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.  EGA monitor; Hard disk;
            VBRUN300.DLL.
          Registration fee: $30.00 (add $3.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax, CompuServe,
            GEnie, mail support.  Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: ENVEL233.ZIP on BBSs; ENVELO.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:WINSHARE forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID 74017,2140 for
            assistance); ENVEL233.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS forum LIBrary 11
            (or contact userID T.MAURER for assistance).
          PsL#: 10442
          Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A complete Windows 3.x mailing system.  Print envelopes or
            labels of any size on your laser, dot matrix or bubble jet
            printer.  Use different fonts for the addressee and the return
            address or use Windows .BMP graphic as the return address. Type

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         21



            addresses on the fly, paste from other applications, use an
            address book or import a Cardfile, dBASE  or ASCII mail list.
            Print USPS approved PostNet barcodes.  Automatically selects
            orientation and paper bins.


          2.4.4  Printer specific

          Product: Citizen                                            [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.2a (01-13-94)
          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.  Citizen MSP or Tribute printer.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits:
          Look for: CTZN32A.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it
            at no charge); CITZEN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMHW forum
            LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            CTZN32A.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 113k (about nine 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.


          2.5  System utilities

          2.5.1  Multi-OS utilities

          Product: 4FILES                                             [***]
            File manager, annotator and program launcher.  See full
            description on page 13.

          Product: BootMaster for Windows                             [***]
            Configuration file manager.  See full description on page 22.

          2.5.2  Batch & macro utilities

          Product: Bmenu - Batch Menu System                          [***]
            Batch file menus from a single command line.  See full
            description on page 30.

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          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.
          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)
          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
            hard disk is getting full.  Presents a graphical representation
            of space to let you quickly determine freespace levels.


          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.
          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)
          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.


          2.5.3  Configuration utilities

            See also: Computer programming, Languages.

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          Product: BootMaster for Windows                             [***]
          Author: RoSi Software, 011-49-30-744-7707
          Version: 6.0 (02-01-94)
          Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.  2048k RAM; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $30.00
          Registration benefits: quick-reference card; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited fax, CompuServe support; LAN
            license; bonus utilities. 3-month free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BM6WIN.ZIP on CompuServe
            in CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 100031,2222
            for assistance).
          Download size: 528k (about 39 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Manages all your configuration files: CONFIG.SYS, AUTOEXEC.BAT,
            WIN.INI, SYSTEM.INI. Select your configuration pushing a button
            from inside Windows! Windows will boot the new configuration at
            once. Very comfortable and easy to use. Edit, create, delete,
            import, and export configurations in a snap. Includes a
            profound Windows help file. Compatible with all disk doublers.
            Many useful settings, like passwords. (Of course you can also
            boot from the DOS prompt without having to start Windows.)


          2.6  Desktop utilities

          2.6.1  Multi-function

          Product: Master Control                                     [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 1.41 (02-15-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $39.00 (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; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products.
          Look for: MC141SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 610-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Contains our popular contact manager and appointment scheduler
            programs and adds a file manager, an application launcher and
            too many utilities to list here. Mouse aware, easy to use.
            Written for computer novices to experts.


          Product: Visual Calendar Planner                            [***]
            A desktop planner similar to office planner.  See full
            description on page 28.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         24



          Product: WinPost                                            [***]
            Reminder notes manager for Windows.  See full description on
            page 28.

          2.6.2  Calculators

            See also: Mathematics; Finances, Financial calculators.

          Product: Home Refinancing                                   [***]
            Compute time value savings from refinancing.  See full
            description on page 60.

          2.6.3  Calendars

          Product: APCAL                                              [***]
            Appointment calendar & time management.  See full description
            on page 28.

          Product: Mayan Calendar                                     [***]
            Converts Mayan/modern calendar dates.  See full description on
            page 85.

          Product: ORGANIZE                                           [***]
          Author: David H. Pritchett
          Version: 2.50 (11-30-93)
          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: $25.00 (Canadian dollars)
          Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); 3 months of unlimited BBS, CompuServe, GEnie,
            mail support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
          Look for: ORG250.ZIP on BBSs (call 912-471-7629 to download it at
            no charge); ORG250.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
            contact userID XTY81430 for assistance).
          Download size: 75k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            An easy to use personal information manager that accepts your
            important appointments and turns them into attractive
            calendars.  You may print the calendar on any IBM graphics or
            HP laserjet/deskjet printer.  A tickle utility reminds you of
            pending appointments when you boot up for the day.


          Product: Visual Calendar Planner                            [***]
            A desktop planner similar to office planner.  See full
            description on page 28.

          Product: Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1                      [***]
            Windows 3.1 reminder program.  See full description on page 30.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         25



          2.6.4  Clocks

          Product: CLOCK                                              [***]
          Author: Gamma Software, 303-490-2928
          Version: 2.00 (01-10-92)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.  2k RAM; Program can run safely
            on a system with no hard disk and only one floppy disk drive.
          Registration fee: $10.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: 31/2" master disk(s); 51/4" master disk(s);
            lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, GEnie, mail support.
          Look for: CLOCK200.ZIP on BBSs; CLOCK2.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
            assistance); CLOCK200.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 5 (or
            contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
          Download size: 25k (about two minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This memory resident (TSR) program continuously displays the
            day of the week, date and time on the screen. The clock can be
            turned on and off with a user specified hot-key. The color and
            position of the clock can also be configured.


          Product: Visual Calendar Planner                            [***]
            A desktop planner similar to office planner.  See full
            description on page 28.

          2.6.5  Phone dialers

            See also: Communications, Call logging & analysis.

          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.
          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!

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         26



          Product: NAMEBASE                                           [***]
            Name/address/notes database w/mouse support.  See full
            description on page 53.

          2.6.5.1  Rolodex programs

          Product: Contact Manager                                    [***]
          Author: C P I Computer Services, 702-329-6868
          Version: 2.1 (02-19-94)
          Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 2.11 or better.  640k RAM; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $39.00 (Canadian dollars) (add $5.00 (Canadian
            dollars) for shipping to U.S. addresses) (add $6.00 (Canadian
            dollars) for shipping to Canadian addresses)
          Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); 12 months of unlimited phone, fax, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6).
          Look for: CMANAGER.ZIP on BBSs.
          Download size: 296k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            An easy to use contact management program. Has a SAA/CUA
            compliant pulldown menu system and can be used with a mouse.
            Besides being an online contact information system, you can
            also print standard 31/2" x 15/16" pinfeed mail labels in various
            layouts such as by zip code, by one zip code, alphabetical,
            etc. Also prints standard 2 1/16" x 4" pinfeed Rolodex cards.


          Product: EZ-DEX                                             [***]
          Author: HFK Software, 617-259-0059
          Version: 1.2 (12-15-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  12k RAM.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk; Hayes-compatible modem.
          Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
            lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
            offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          PsL#: 11182
          Download size: 39k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Provides a means of quickly fetching an address and auto-typing
            it into the currently running word processor, or other
            application program.  Can also print labels and envelopes as
            well as dial phone numbers for you.  Does all this with a
            minimum of keystrokes and takes only a fraction of a second.
            Works transparently with WordPerfect, DOS, and other text
            oriented programs.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         27



          2.6.6  Alarms

          Product: APCAL                                              [***]
            Appointment calendar & time management.  See full description
            on page 28.

          2.6.7  Notepads

          Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!                                     [***]
            Keeps track of any kind of data very easily!  See full
            description on page 42.

          Product: MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows                       [***]
            Text editor for large files.  See full description on page 33.

          2.6.8  Personal information managers (PIMs)

          Product: Appointment Scheduler                              [***]
            Appointment scheduling, 15 minute increments.  See full
            description on page 29.

          Product: Contact Scheduler                                  [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 1.70 (11-25-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 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; 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; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products.
          Look for: CS170SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 224k (about 17 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A fully integrated version of our popular contact manager and
            appointment scheduler programs. All the features of these
            programs are available plus we've added the ability for the
            programs to share data to keep you on top of your schedule and
            your clients.


          Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!                                     [***]
            Keeps track of any kind of data very easily!  See full
            description on page 42.

          Product: NAMEBASE                                           [***]
            Name/address/notes database w/mouse support.  See full
            description on page 53.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         28



          Product: ORGANIZE                                           [***]
            Accepts memos and prints calendar.  See full description on
            page 24.

          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)
          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: 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!

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         29



          2.6.9  Time management

          Product: APCAL                                              [***]
          Author: Gamma Software, 303-490-2928
          Version: 3.21 (08-15-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.  9k 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 (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,
            GEnie, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see
            page 6); disks of other shareware. 2-month free upgrading
            allowed.
          Look for: APCAL320.ZIP on BBSs; APCAL3.EXE on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMSYS forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73737,1721 for
            assistance); APCAL320.ZIP on GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 3 (or
            contact userID T.EMMER for assistance).
          Download size: 130k (about ten minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This appointment calendar is extremely easy to use because the
            screens are set up in formats you are already fimiliar with.
            For example, it contains monthly calendars with day blocks in
            which you can type notes, like a desk calendar. Appt screens
            are set up like most appointment books, simply type appt next
            to time. Configure appt times to match your schedule. Appt
            features include: move,copy,del,search and scan. Popup TSR
            mode, reminders, printouts, international time/date formats and
            much more.


          Product: Appointment Scheduler                              [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 3.21 (11-25-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 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; Hard disk; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $25.00 (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; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products.
          Look for: AS321SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Allows you to schedule appointments on a 15-minute increment
            screen. Mouse aware, cut, copy, paste, clear and restore
            functions. Schedule printing options and much more.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         30



          Product: ORGANIZE                                           [***]
            Accepts memos and prints calendar.  See full description on
            page 24.

          Product: Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1                      [***]
          Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
          Version: 2.00 (01-15-94)
          Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.  60k 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: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
            or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe,
            mail support; runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see
            page 6). 12-month free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; YELLOW.ZIP on CompuServe
            in CIS:WINSHAR forum LIBrary 0 (or contact userID 72176,2507
            for assistance).
          Download size: 60k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This program is 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.


          2.6.10  Journal/diary programs

          Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!                                     [***]
            Keeps track of any kind of data very easily!  See full
            description on page 42.


          2.7  Menu systems & file managers

            See also: Communications, Networks.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         31



          2.7.1  Menu systems

          Product: Bmenu - Batch Menu System                          [***]
          Author: Mark B. Strong, 513-860-7762
          Version: 5.41 (09-07-93)
          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.
          Registration fee: $15.00 (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);
            lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe, mail support; discounts
            on other products.  Lifetime free upgrading allowed.  1 free
            update disk(s) sent out.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; BMEN54.ZIP on CompuServe
            in CIS:UTILSYS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact userID 70043,114 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 33k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Provides pop-up menus within a batch file of any size, color or
            position.  More complicated menus are possible by using @files
            to read in menu arguments, and several menus can be read from a
            single @file.  Even the batch file can be used as a definition
            file.  Can also read entire menu from the command line.  After
            the user makes the choice, Bmenu sets the errorlevel to the
            choice number, similar to ASK. Very flexible for networks as a
            user interface, or on installation disks for user input.


          Product: CHOOSE                                             [***]
          Author: HFK Software, 617-259-0059
          Version: 2.1 (12-15-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  8k RAM.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
            lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, mail support; all ASP-wide
            offers (see page 6); disks of other shareware.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          PsL#: 11181
          Download size: 31k (about three minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Provides an easy to use, yet powerful, means of menu controlled
            branching within the AUTOEXEC or other batch stream.  May be
            used as a conventional menu system to provide a main menu from
            which programs may be run; however, it provides much more.
            Since menu selections cause a branch to a specific position
            within a batch file, DOS commands at that position not only can
            run a program, but also may select drives, change directories,
            copy and rename, files, and so on.

          Chapter 2, "Utilities"                                         32



          2.7.2  File managers

          Product: 4FILES                                             [***]
            File manager, annotator and program launcher.  See full
            description on page 13.


          2.8  Special needs

          2.8.1  Vision-impaired utilities

          Product: CHOOSE                                             [***]
            Batch branching via menu selection.  See full description on
            page 31.

          Product: KEYSAVER                                           [***]
            Typing assistant (auto-type/prompt).  See full description on
            page 17.


          2.9  Software tools & add-ins

          2.9.1  For JP Software

            See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For Norton.

          2.9.1.1  For 4DOS/NDOS

          Product: 4FILES                                             [***]
            File manager, annotator and program launcher.  See full
            description on page 13.

          2.9.2  For Norton

            See also: Utilities, Software tools & add-ins, For JP Software.

          2.9.2.1  For Norton Utilities

          Product: 4FILES                                             [***]
            File manager, annotator and program launcher.  See full
            description on page 13.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              33





                                      Chapter 3                            
                                Writing applications

            See also: Education, Writing.


          3.1  Text editors

            See also: Writing applications, Word processors.

          Product: MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows                       [***]
          Author: COMPUTER WITCHCRAFT, INC., 502-589-6800
          Version: 2.08 (02-09-94)
          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: 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.
            Lifetime free upgrading allowed.
          Look for: MEGAED??.ZIP 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 25 files, variable sizable display
            fonts, import/export UNIX & Mac files, word-wrap, formatted
            display of binary files, search & replace, fully CUA compliant,
            and file size only limited by Windows virtual memory.  America
            Online "Editors Choice."


          3.2  Word processors

            See also: Writing applications, Text editors.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              34



          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; 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: QWERTY WORD PROCESSOR                              [***]
          Author: HFK Software, 617-259-0059
          Version: 7.0 (02-15-94)
          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: $20.00 (add $5.00 for shipping outside U.S. or
            Canada)
          Registration benefits: lifetime phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
            disks of other shareware.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          PsL#: 11200
          Download size: 67k (about five minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            One of the original word processors developed in 1982 for the
            then-new IBM PC.  Since early users were often typists with
            little, or no, computer experience, it was designed to feel
            like a Selectric Typewriter and to be easy to learn and use.
            While indeed very easy to learn and use, it is a serious word
            processor with a wealth of useful features that may be ignored
            until needed.  Get productive in minutes with its help system.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              35



          3.3  Desktop publishing

          Product: EDGEFLOW                                           [***]
            Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS.  See full
            description on page 80.


          3.4  Style checkers

          Product: Cliche Finder                                      [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.7a (08-25-93)
          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: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits:
          Look for: CLICHE17.ZIP on BBSs (call 318-239-2122 to download it
            at no charge); CLICHE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
            LIBrary 2 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            CLICHE17.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 200k (about 15 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)
          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.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              36



          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.


          3.5  Document boilerplates

          Product: KEYSAVER                                           [***]
            Typing assistant (auto-type/prompt).  See full description on
            page 17.

          3.5.1  Resume'

          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; RMD40.ZIP on CompuServe
            in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 71742,3632 for
            assistance).
          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, RMD 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.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              37



          3.6  Creativity & brainstorming

          Product: Creativity Package                                 [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.2a (01-27-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
            drives.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $34.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: CREATE32.ZIP on BBSs (call 519-940-0007 to download it
            at no charge); CREATE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
            LIBrary 11 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            CREATE32.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 400k (about 30 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            3-part program for writers, teachers, students, executives -
            anyone who must produce fresh ideas. Includes a complete book-
            on-disk on creativity enhancement, software for computer-aided
            brainstorming, and a poetry writing program.


          Product: Curses!                                            [***]
            Creative insult generator.  See full description on page 100.

          Product: On This Day                                        [***]
            "What happened on this day in history?"  See full description
            on page 77.

          Product: On This Day for Windows                            [***]
            "What happened on this day in history?"  See full description
            on page 77.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              38



          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 $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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: POET24A.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); POETRY.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
            LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            POET24A.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 510k (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.


          3.7  Writing utilities

          Product: Cliche Finder                                      [***]
            Checks writing cliches.  See full description on page 35.

          Product: PC-Proof                                           [***]
            A commercial quality grammar checker.  See full description on
            page 35.

          Product: WinProof                                           [***]
            Windows grammar checker.  See full description on page 35.

          3.7.1  File format translators

          Product: MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows                       [***]
            Text editor for large files.  See full description on page 33.


          3.8  Software tools & macros

          3.8.1  For PC-Write

          Product: PC-Proof                                           [***]
            A commercial quality grammar checker.  See full description on
            page 35.

          Chapter 3, "Writing applications"                              39



          Product: WinProof                                           [***]
            Windows grammar checker.  See full description on page 35.

          3.8.2  For Word

          Product: PC-Proof                                           [***]
            A commercial quality grammar checker.  See full description on
            page 35.

          3.8.3  For WordPerfect

          Product: PC-Proof                                           [***]
            A commercial quality grammar checker.  See full description on
            page 35.

          Product: WinProof                                           [***]
            Windows grammar checker.  See full description on page 35.

          3.8.4  For other

          Product: PSEARCH                                            [***]
            Fast tool to search for files with text words.  See full
            description on page 10.

          Chapter 4, "Database applications"                             41





                                      Chapter 4                            
                                Database applications

            See also: Data.


          4.1  Relational database managers

          Product: FleetStar(tm)                                      [***]
            Fleet management system.  See full description on page 51.

          Product: Stellaris HR(tm)                                   [***]
            Human resource management system.  See full description on
            page 51.


          4.2  Flat-file database managers

            See also: Database applications, Mailing list systems.

          Product: HOLD-ANYTHING!                                     [***]
            Keeps track of any kind of data very easily!  See full
            description on page 42.

          Product: NAMEBASE                                           [***]
            Name/address/notes database w/mouse support.  See full
            description on page 53.


          4.3  Mailing list systems

            See also: Database applications, Flat-file database managers;
            Utilities, Printer utilities, Envelope addressers.

          Product: Maillist / M-Label                                 [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 5.8 (02-11-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: EGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $39.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: MAIL*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 909-681-6221
            to download it at no charge); MAIL.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID

          Chapter 4, "Database applications"                             42



            72301,435 for assistance); MAIL*.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum
            LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10191
          Download size: 360k (about 27 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Easy-to-use mailing list manager for business or personal use,
            manages up to 99 separate lists. Prints labels, has automatic
            duplicate checking, search by any field, "sound alike" search,
            pop-up notepad for each record, optional password protection,
            compare and combine lists, restore deleted records, extra
            fields for user coding, label customization and more.


          Product: NAMEBASE                                           [***]
            Name/address/notes database w/mouse support.  See full
            description on page 53.

          Product: PrintEnvelope                                      [***]
            Complete mail addressing system for Windows.  See full
            description on page 21.


          4.4  Freeform/text database managers

          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.

          Chapter 4, "Database applications"                             43



          4.5  Database utilities

          Product: Recap                                              [***]
            Fix capitalization in dBase-compatible files.  See full
            description on page 43.


          4.6  Software tools & add-ins

            See also: Computer programming, Languages; Computer
            programming, Software tools & add-ins.

          4.6.1  For multiple programs

          Product: Recap                                              [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.2a (01-11-94)
          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.  dBase-compatible data file.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $15.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; discounts on other products.
          Look for: RECAP32A.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); RECAP.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
            LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            RECAP32A.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 135k (about ten 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.

          Chapter 4, "Database applications"                             44



          4.6.2  For dBASE

          Product: Workbase                                           [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 4.1a (01-12-94)
          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.  Some knowledge of Xbase
            commands and functions.
          Registration fee: $49.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: WORK41A.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); WORKBS.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMPRO forum
            LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            WORK41A.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 210k (about 16 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          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!


          4.6.3  For Clipper

          Product: Workbase                                           [***]
            Dot-prompt utility for DBMS programmers.  See full description
            on page 44.

          Chapter 5, "Data"                                              45





                                      Chapter 5                            
                                        Data


          5.1  Words

          Product: Curses!                                            [***]
            Creative insult generator.  See full description on page 100.


          5.2  World facts

          Product: On This Day                                        [***]
            "What happened on this day in history?"  See full description
            on page 77.

          Product: On This Day for Windows                            [***]
            "What happened on this day in history?"  See full description
            on page 77.

          Product: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide                         [***]
            Mini-Encyclopedia of Mystical and Occult Info.  See full
            description on page 87.


          5.3  Software tools & add-ins

          5.3.1  For multiple programs

          Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!                                 [***]
            Pascal math function toolkit.  See full description on page 71.

          Chapter 6, "Business"                                          46





                                      Chapter 6                            
                                      Business

            See also: Database applications, Mailing list systems; Data;
            Communications, Call logging & analysis; Finances.


          6.1  Business finances

            See also: Finances, Personal finances.

          6.1.1  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; 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-the-
            fly 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.

          Chapter 6, "Business"                                          47



          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; 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 49.

          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.


          Product: PC-PR                                              [***]
            Payroll writing.  See full description on page 50.

          Chapter 6, "Business"                                          48



          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; 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 PC-
            AR 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: TimeStax                                           [***]
          Author: Johnson Technologies, 408-255-4213
          Version: 2.7 (12-01-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.3 or better.  640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
            disk; HP DeskJet printer.
          Registration fee: $49.95 (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: 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); discounts on
            upgrades. 12-month free upgrading allowed.  1 free update
            disk(s) sent out.
          Look for: TMSTAX27.EXE on BBSs; TMSTAX.EXE on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 71071,1215 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 180k (about 14 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A LAN-aware time management & billing program for anyone who
            needs to monitor how their time is spent.  Lets you record all
            activity by date, client, project, and task for any number of
            employees.  Features 8-line notes, auto timer, 5 levels of
            reporting, popup windows, password security.  For private
            consultants, lawyers, corporate managers.

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          6.1.2  Point-of-sale systems

          Product: Bottom Line Accounting                             [***]
            Small business accounting software.  See full description on
            page 46.

          Product: MASS Retail Sales                                  [***]
          Author: Reed Consulting Services
          Version: 15.0 (01-07-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $35.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime mail support.
          Look for: MASS15*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
          Download size: 255k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Can be used by small retail outlets who want to get control
            over their inventory and sales records using a PC.  Tracks
            customer sales and payments, and the status of store inventory.


          Product: PCINV                                              [***]
            Invoice writing.  See full description on page 47.

          6.1.3  Billing/invoice systems

          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; 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: TimeStax                                           [***]
            Personal timecard manager.  See full description on page 48.

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          6.1.4  Payroll systems

          Product: Bottom Line Accounting                             [***]
            Small business accounting software.  See full description on
            page 46.

          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; 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.


          6.2  Inventory systems

          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"

          Chapter 6, "Business"                                          51



            logical operators. Supports LIFO, FIFO, and weighted average
            costing. Supports composite inventory (inventory items
            consisting of other inventory items) and serialized inventory.
            Can be upgraded to complete point-of-sale system (PICS) at any
            time with no loss of data. Optional bar code module.


          Product: MASS Retail Sales                                  [***]
            Small business P.O. sale & inventory.  See full description on
            page 49.

          Product: MASS Work Orders                                   [***]
            Work tracking & parts inventory program.  See full description
            on page 56.


          6.3  Equipment use & maintenance

          Product: FleetStar(tm)                                      [***]
          Author: Mark W. Geisinger, 504-467-2982
          Version: 2.00 (02-03-94)
          Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better.  640k RAM; Hercules
            monitor; Hard disk; Epson printer.
            Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse; EMS memory; XMS
            memory.
          Registration fee: $149.00 (add $7.50 for shipping to U.S.
            addresses) (add $7.50 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); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, 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: FS200.EXE on BBSs; FS200.EXE on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 73531,1727 for
            assistance).
          SWREG#: 2103
          PsL#: 11203
          Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A productivity tool for the fleet/equipment manager. Offers
            intelligent preventative maintenance tracking and analysis
            based on your PM schedule. Vehicles and equipment may be
            classified and reported by department, region, and employee
            assignments. Complete reporting includes over 25 predefined
            reports which allow you to track PM, repairs, vendor activity,
            fuel costs, and more, on an equipment or fleet wide basis.

          Chapter 6, "Business"                                          52



          6.4  Employee management/scheduling

          Product: Stellaris HR(tm)                                   [***]
          Author: Mark W. Geisinger, 504-467-2982
          Version: 2.00 (02-11-94)
          Needs: IBM AT (80286), DOS 3.3 or better.  640k RAM; Hercules
            monitor; Hard disk; Epson printer.
            Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse; EMS memory; XMS
            memory.
          Registration fee: $179.00 (add $7.50 for shipping to U.S.
            addresses) (add $7.50 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); 3 months of phone, CompuServe, 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: SHR200.EXE on BBSs; SHR200.EXE on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 73531,1727 for
            assistance).
          SWREG#: 2104
          PsL#: 11204
          Download size: 600k (about 45 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A no-nonsense human resource management system for the busy
            professional. Keeps your employee information, dependents,
            spouse, and emergency contacts available at your fingertips.
            You may record employee events and separations using event
            types and separation codes you define. Complete reporting
            includes over 25 predefined reports which allow you to easily
            access sets of related information which are extremely
            difficult to create from a manual system.

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          6.5  Client management

          Product: Contact Manager                                    [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 3.00 (11-25-93)
          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: CGA monitor; Hard disk; 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: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products.
          Look for: CM300SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 215-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 141k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A full features contact management program. Multiple name,
            title and phone # fields, topic fields, comments, fax number
            last edit and follow-up date fields. Labels and reports,
            supports zip-code sorting for bulk mailing. Group management,
            mail merge, tagging and mass tagging and much more.


          Product: Contact Manager Custom Reports                     [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 2.00 (02-15-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  256k RAM.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $15.00 (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; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products.
          Look for: RG200SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 610-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 85k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Allows users to create, edit, save, and print customized
            reports for our popular Contact Manager program. The perfect
            add-on to keep track of your data in any format you choose.

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          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
            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: Network Appointment Scheduler                      [***]
          Author: DataTek Computer Services, 610-374-2097
          Version: 1.11 (02-15-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  256k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
            disk; Network (LAN).
            Strongly recommended: Mouse.
          Registration fee: $49.00 (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; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, newsletter, mail
            support; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6); discounts on other
            products.
          Look for: NAS111SW.ZIP on BBSs (call 610-374-3735 to download it
            at no charge).
          Download size: 92k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This is a network capable version of our popular Appointment
            Scheduler program. Specifically designed to work on LANtastic
            and similar networks and has been revised so that it should
            work on any network. Mouse aware, cut, copy, paste, clear and
            restore features. Today-at-a-Glance and much more!

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          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 56.


          6.6  Organization charts

            See also: Graphics, Drawing/editor programs.

          Product: EDGEFLOW                                           [***]
            Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS.  See full
            description on page 80.


          6.7  Specific-field systems

          6.7.1  Real estate

          Product: Home Refinancing                                   [***]
            Compute time value savings from refinancing.  See full
            description on page 60.

          6.7.2  Small businesses

          Product: PC-AP                                              [***]
            Accounts payable.  See full description on page 46.

          Product: PC-AR                                              [***]
            Accounts receivable.  See full description on page 49.

          Product: PC-GL                                              [***]
            General ledger.  See full description on page 47.

          Chapter 6, "Business"                                          56



          Product: PC-PR                                              [***]
            Payroll writing.  See full description on page 50.

          Product: PCINV                                              [***]
            Invoice writing.  See full description on page 47.

          Product: ProAct Contact Management                          [***]
            Home/business contact manager.  See full description on
            page 56.


          6.8  Forms generators

          Product: Resume Master Deluxe                               [***]
            Easy-to-use but powerful resume creator.  See full description
            on page 36.

          6.8.1  Forms processing

          Product: MASS Work Orders                                   [***]
          Author: Reed Consulting Services
          Version: 20.0 (01-07-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $35.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime mail support.
          Look for: MASS20*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
          Download size: 390k (about 29 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Can be used by engineering or or maintenance departments (e.g.,
            at hospitals or industrial complexes) to track requests for
            work to be performed.  Uses Work Orders to track a job from
            request, to assignment, to documentation of job completion. The
            work order system can stand alone or be linked to the inventory
            system to track the parts available/used on various jobs.


          6.9  Sales aids

          Product: MakeDemo                                           [***]
            Text based presentation program.  See full description on
            page 80.

          Product: ProAct Contact Management                          [***]
            Home/business contact manager.  See full description on
            page 56.


          6.10  Marketing

          Product: Contact Manager                                    [***]
            Contact management software.  See full description on page 53.

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          Product: ProAct Contact Management                          [***]
          Author: ProDomus, Inc., 203-233-0705
          Version: 2.5 (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: 3 months of phone, fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; discounts on upgrades. 12-month free upgrading
            allowed.
          Look for: PRACT25*.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
          Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Integrated 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.


          6.11  Work-at-home

            See also: Home & hobby.

          Product: ProAct Contact Management                          [***]
            Home/business contact manager.  See full description on
            page 56.


          6.12  Training & support aids

            See also: Computer programming, Hypertext/hypermedia;
            Education, Computers.

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          Product: Right-To-Know Training                             [***]
          Author: Reed Consulting Services
          Version: 2.00 (01-07-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $35.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime mail support; all ASP-wide offers
            (see page 6).
          Look for: RTK*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
          Download size: 620k (about 46 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Can be used as a tool for small businesses who are trying to
            implement a training program to meet the federal "Hazards
            Communication Act" requirements. Automatically tracks employee
            progress through several lessons and only permits them to
            continue if they pass each test with a score of 80 or above.
            The administration section prints out accurate records of
            employee training results in case you are inspected for
            compliance to this federal law.


          6.12.1  Job interviewing

          Product: You're Hired!                                      [***]
          Author: DataWell, 612-432-5109
          Version: 1.32 (02-20-94)
          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.
          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: YH132.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it at
            no charge); YH132.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary
            7 (or contact userID 73510,3077 for assistance).
          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.

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          6.13  Business utilities

          Product: WinUpD8R                                           [***]
            Work/home file transfer/update/backup utility.  See full
            description on page 12.

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                                      Chapter 7                            
                                      Finances

            See also: Mathematics; Business.


          7.1  Stock trading & analysis

          Product: Portfolio Manager                                  [***]
            Powerful record system for your investments.  See full
            description on page 61.


          7.2  Personal finances

            See also: Business, Business finances.

          Product: Home Refinancing                                   [***]
          Author: ProDomus, Inc., 203-233-0705
          Version: 1.00 (11-22-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
            disk.
            Strongly recommended: EGA monitor; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $30.00 (add $10.00 for shipping to U.S.
            addresses)
          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: 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).
          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.

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          7.2.1  Finances & budgets

          Product: FPLAN-Personal Financial Plnr                      [***]
          Author: First Financial Software, 800-736-4920
          Version: 4.0 (01-27-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.  Hard disk.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor; HP LaserJet printer; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $30.00 (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: choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s);
            lifetime tollfree 800# phone, mail support; all ASP-wide offers
            (see page 6); discounts on other products. 3-month free
            upgrading allowed.  Support up to 5 Different Cases, Spouse
            Include Option for combination or separate analysis, 20%
            Update/Upgrade Discount.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          Download size: 650k (about 48 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            An on-screen tutorial with printable check-list, comprehensive
            on-screen help & detailed printable module data guides. View
            and/or print customized personal report by subject. Basic
            program features include: *automatic install program *full
            mouse support *screen color & background pattern options
            *password protection option *bypass option for N/A modules
            *configuration option for US or Int'l subjects *automatic data
            save *FP check-up for suggestions & tips. For budget,
            retirement, life insc, etc.


          Product: PC-GL                                              [***]
            General ledger.  See full description on page 47.


          7.3  Portfolio management

          Product: Portfolio Manager                                  [***]
          Author: Shane Software International, 206-681-2402
          Version: 4.5 (12-25-94)
          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; 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

          Chapter 7, "Finances"                                          62



            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.


          7.4  Financial calculators

            See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Calculators.

          Product: WinPrice                                           [***]
            Ppicks best deal from any two choices.  See full description on
            page 62.


          7.5  Finance utilities

          Product: Portfolio Manager                                  [***]
            Powerful record system for your investments.  See full
            description on page 61.

          Product: WinPrice                                           [***]
          Author: Open Windows
          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; 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.

          Chapter 8, "Engineering"                                       63





                                      Chapter 8                            
                                     Engineering

            See also: Graphics, CAD/CAM applications.


          8.1  Electrical engineering

          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:IBMAPP 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.

          Chapter 8, "Engineering"                                       64



          8.2  Numerical control

          Product: Personal CHEMCOM                                   [***]
          Author: Reed Consulting Services
          Version: 4.00 (01-07-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; Hard disk.  Hard
            disk required only for installation; can be copied to floppy
            afterwards.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.  Color dot matrix printer.
          Registration fee: $20.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime mail support.
          Look for: CHEMCOM.ZIP on BBSs.
          Download size: 295k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A chemical cloud (plume) dispersion computer program for
            chemical processing facilities.  Lets you enter the weather
            conditions and the type and amount of hazardous chemical being
            released and then shows downwind concentrations and plume
            location.


          Product: Personal RADCOM                                    [***]
          Author: Reed Consulting Services
          Version: 4.00 (01-07-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; Hard disk.  Hard
            disk required only for installation, can be copied to floppy
            later.
            Strongly recommended: CGA monitor.  Color dot matrix printer.
          Registration fee: $20.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime mail support.
          Look for: RADCOM.ZIP on BBSs.
          Download size: 325k (about 24 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A radiation cloud (plume) dispersion computer program for both
            pressurized and boiling water nuclear reactors.  Lets you enter
            the weather conditions and the amount of radiation being
            released and then shows the downwind concentrations and plume
            location.


          8.3  Engineering utilities

          Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!                                 [***]
            Pascal math function toolkit.  See full description on page 71.

          Chapter 9, "Communications"                                    65





                                      Chapter 9                            
                                   Communications


          9.1  General-purpose modem communications

          Product: Phone Secretary                                    [***]
          Author: Unique Software
          Version: 1.10 (09-14-93)
          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; CGA monitor; Hayes-compatible modem.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $29.95 (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; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); 12 months of fax, BBS, CompuServe, mail
            support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers (see page 6);
            disks of other shareware; discounts on other products. 2-month
            free upgrading allowed.  1 free update disk(s) sent out.
          Look for: PS110.ZIP on BBSs; PS110.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMCOM forum LIBrary 4 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 293k (about 22 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Your modem will never be the same again!
               * auto fax/modem/answ on 1 line
               * user sched call fwd^:calls follow U work/play
               * user sched call screening^:no unwanted calls
               * notify by beeper or phone
               * log of time, date, & distnc ring
               * you set mult sched to fit your work/play day
               * home control with additional peripherals


          Product: WinNET Mail for MS Windows                         [***]
          Author: COMPUTER WITCHCRAFT, INC., 502-589-6800
          Version: 2.05 (02-09-94)
          Needs: IBM 80386, Windows 3.1 or better.  1024k RAM; EGA monitor;
            Hard disk; Modem.
            Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
            or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, fax,
            CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; all ASP-wide offers

          Chapter 9, "Communications"                                    66



            (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 Internet/
            Usenet UUCP service via low cost 800 numbers or direct dial.
            Account setup is automatic and the software is extremely easy
            to use with point and click functionality.  Full access to
            6000+ news groups including Clarinet and alt groups. Has
            integrated mail and article threading news reader, 14.4KB
            v.42bis connect, dial-up scheduler, on-line help, integrated
            uuencode/decode, and user-definable folders, and more.


          9.2  Networks

            See also: Utilities, Menu systems & file managers.

          9.2.1  Modem-based networks

          Product: WinNET Mail for MS Windows                         [***]
            Internet/Usenet access.  See full description on page 65.


          9.3  Fax machines & fax cards

          Product: Phone Secretary                                    [***]
            Auto fax/modem/voice 1 line! Call fwd/screen.  See full
            description on page 65.


          9.4  Call logging & analysis

            See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Phone dialers.

          Product: Phone Secretary                                    [***]
            Auto fax/modem/voice 1 line! Call fwd/screen.  See full
            description on page 65.


          9.5  Modem-based graphics applications

            See also: Graphics.

          Product: MakeDemo                                           [***]
            Text based presentation program.  See full description on
            page 80.

          Chapter 9, "Communications"                                    67



          9.6  Communication utilities

          Product: WinNET Mail for MS Windows                         [***]
            Internet/Usenet access.  See full description on page 65.

          Chapter 10, "Mathematics"                                      68





                                      Chapter 10                           
                                     Mathematics

            See also: Utilities, Desktop utilities, Calculators.


          10.1  Statistics

          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.
          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.

          Chapter 11, "Computer programming"                             69





                                      Chapter 11                           
                                Computer programming


          11.1  CASE tools

          Product: EDGEFLOW                                           [***]
            Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS.  See full
            description on page 80.

          Product: PROGRAM ENTITY ORGANIZER                           [***]
            Analysis and documentation tool for COBOL.  See full
            description on page 70.


          11.2  Languages

            See also: Utilities, System utilities, Configuration utilities;
            Database applications, Software tools & add-ins.

          11.2.1  BASIC

          Product: PBfmt                                              [***]
          Author: Unique Software
          Version: 1.99 (07-21-91)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.
          Registration fee: $19.95
          Registration benefits: 3 months of fax, CompuServe support;
            discounts on upgrades.
          Look for: PB-FMT.EXE on BBSs; PB-FMT.EXE on CompuServe in
            CIS:PCVENB forum LIBrary 12 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 84k (about six minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Formats Power Basic source code the way you want it:
               * works with or without line #'d source
               * all structures handled and indented properly
               * case choices of UPPER, lower, Capital, no change
               * select case for labels, keywords, variables, sub/fn names
               * fast formatting option
               * makes mis-matched IF / END IF's easy to find

          Chapter 11, "Computer programming"                             70



          11.2.2  C

          Product: The Window BOSS & Data Clerk                       [***]
          Author: Star Guidance Consulting, Inc., 203-574-2449
          Version: 7.01 (03-15-92)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.1 or better.  "C" Compiler (Microsoft,
            Borland, Watcom, Zortech, MIX, Top Speed).
          Registration fee: $55.00 (add $6.00 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: 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: BOSS*.* on BBSs (multiple files); BOSS*.* on CompuServe
            in CIS:IBMPROG forum LIBrary 3 (multiple files) (or contact
            userID 71565,1001 for assistance); BOSS*.* on GEnie in IBMPC
            forum LIBrary 9 (multiple files) (or contact userID MONGELLUZZO
            for assistance).
          PsL#: 10171
          Download size: 1200k (about 89 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          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,
            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!


          11.2.3  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; 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

          Chapter 11, "Computer programming"                             71



            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!


          11.2.4  Pascal

          11.2.4.1  OOP Pascal for DOS (Borland)

          Product: TURBO TPU TOOLKIT!                                 [***]
            Pascal math function toolkit.  See full description on page 71.


          11.3  Hypertext/hypermedia

            See also: Business, Training & support aids.

          Product: MakeDemo                                           [***]
            Text based presentation program.  See full description on
            page 80.


          11.4  Programming utilities

          Product: Workbase                                           [***]
            Dot-prompt utility for DBMS programmers.  See full description
            on page 44.


          11.5  Software tools & add-ins

            See also: Database applications, Software tools & add-ins.

          11.5.1  For multiple programs

          Product: BootMaster for Windows                             [***]
            Configuration file manager.  See full description on page 22.

          11.5.2  For other

          Product: PBfmt                                              [***]
            Formats Power Basic source code beautifully.  See full
            description on page 69.

          Chapter 11, "Computer programming"                             72



          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; 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, heat-
            transfer coefficients and much, much more!  Comes with a manual
            explaining all the functions.

          Chapter 12, "Education"                                        73





                                      Chapter 12                           
                                      Education


          12.1  Preschool

          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!


          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

          Chapter 12, "Education"                                        74



            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


          12.2  Elementary

          Product: Brandon's Big Lunchbox                             [***]
            Educational fun for kids 3 - 7!  See full description on
            page 73.

          Product: Brandon's Preschool Graphics Lu                    [***]
            Graphics and sound, learning for preschoolers.  See full
            description on page 73.

          Product: School Days                                        [***]
          Author: Reed Consulting Services
          Version: 2.00 (01-07-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.0 or better.  640k RAM; CGA monitor; Hard
            disk.
          Registration fee: $25.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime mail support.
          Look for: SDAYS*.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files).
          Download size: 1275k (about 95 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A training aid for elementary to junior high school children.
            Covers math (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, clock,
            and work problems), spelling (randomly generated word lists at
            various skill levels), solar system (tutorial with questions
            and answers), U.S. geography (states, capitals, rivers, etc.),
            world geography (countries, capitals, money, etc.).  Each
            session can print results to track childs progress.


          Product: WinFlash                                           [***]
          Author: Open Windows
          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; 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)
          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.

          Chapter 12, "Education"                                        75



            Questions and answers can be up to 1000 characters and can be
            created and edited from within the program. Easy for children
            to use - no computer experience needed. Memorize coursework or
            professional material fast!


          12.3  Junior high

          Product: School Days                                        [***]
            Childrens educational program (ages 6 - 16).  See full
            description on page 74.


          12.4  High school

          Product: PC-ECAP                                            [***]
            Linear circuit analysis program with graphics.  See full
            description on page 63.

          Product: WinFlash                                           [***]
            Windows flash card program.  See full description on page 74.


          12.5  College

          Product: PC-ECAP                                            [***]
            Linear circuit analysis program with graphics.  See full
            description on page 63.

          Product: WinFlash                                           [***]
            Windows flash card program.  See full description on page 74.


          12.6  Teachers

          Product: You're Hired!                                      [***]
            A realistic job interview simulator.  See full description on
            page 58.


          12.7  Computers

            See also: Business, Training & support aids.

          Chapter 12, "Education"                                        76



          Product: SunShine                                           [***]
          Author: Langin Software
          Version: 4.021 (02-01-94)
          Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.  Mouse.
          Registration fee: $39.95 (add $4.00 for shipping to U.S.
            addresses)
          Registration benefits: printed manual; 31/2" master disk(s); 1
            months of CompuServe, mail support; bonus utilities; discounts
            on other products.
          Look for: UIE402.ZIP on BBSs (call 713-442-6704 to download it at
            no charge).
          Download size: 500k (about 37 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Special instructions: Product distribution restricted to the
            United States.
          Description:
            Sheds light on computers.  February, 1994, edition.  A monthly
            Cumulative Hypertext Periodical (CHP).  WinHelp format includes
            a glossary with the latest jargo-hackese and acronymous
            cyberspeak.  Includes graphical tutorial "The World's Simplest
            Computer."


          12.8  Foreign language

          Product: Hebrew Edit                                        [***]
            Hebrew text editor with vowels.  See full description on
            page 33.

          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; 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!

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          12.9  History

          Product: On This Day                                        [***]
          Author: The Software Construction Co., 508-851-6204
          Version: 1.8 (01-31-94)
          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: $25.00 (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;
            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: OTD_18.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_18.ZIP on
            GEnie in IBMPC forum LIBrary 15 (or contact userID W.GEISER for
            assistance).
          Download size: 136k (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: 1.8 (01-31-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, Windows 3.0 or better.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $25.00 (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;
            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_15.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);

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            WOTD_18.ZIP on GEnie in WINDOWS forum LIBrary 76 (or contact
            userID W.GEISER for assistance).
          Download size: 195k (about 15 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.


          12.10  Literature

          Product: Creativity Package                                 [***]
            Become more creative & improve your writing.  See full
            description on page 37.

          Product: Poetry Generator                                   [***]
            Turn your computer into a poet!  See full description on
            page 37.


          12.11  Science & ecology

          Product: Marnav                                             [***]
            Conversion of GPS to and from LORAN data.  See full description
            on page 94.

          Product: PC-ECAP                                            [***]
            Linear circuit analysis program with graphics.  See full
            description on page 63.

          Product: Personal CHEMCOM                                   [***]
            Chemical plume dispersion program.  See full description on
            page 64.

          Product: Personal RADCOM                                    [***]
            Radiation plume dispersion program.  See full description on
            page 64.


          12.12  Writing

            See also: Writing applications.

          Product: Cliche Finder                                      [***]
            Checks writing cliches.  See full description on page 35.

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          Product: Creativity Package                                 [***]
            Become more creative & improve your writing.  See full
            description on page 37.


          12.13  Software tools & add-ins

          12.13.1  For other

          Product: WinFlash                                           [***]
            Windows flash card program.  See full description on page 74.


          12.14  Other

          Product: Personal Challenge                                 [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.0d (01-27-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk; HP LaserJet printer; Epson
            printer.
          Registration fee: $15.00 (add $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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; discounts on upgrades.
          Look for: CHALL10D.ZIP on BBSs; CHALL.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for
            assistance); CHALL10D.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          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.

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                                      Chapter 13                           
                                      Graphics

            See also: Communications, Modem-based graphics applications.


          13.1  Drawing/editor programs

            See also: Business, Organization charts.

          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; 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
            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.


          13.2  Presentation graphics

          Product: The Complete Morph                                 [***]
            Full featured morphing facility for spec. F/X.  See full
            description on page 81.

          Product: EDGEFLOW                                           [***]
            Flowcharting and diagramming tool for DOS.  See full
            description on page 80.

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          Product: MakeDemo                                           [***]
          Author: WindhamWoods Publishing, 603.893.2667
          Version: 5.0 (02-15-94)
          Needs: Unknown.  256k RAM; CGA monitor; Hercules monitor; Dual
            720k floppy drives; Hard disk; HP DeskJet printer; HP LaserJet
            printer; Postscript printer; Mouse; Network (LAN).
          Registration fee: $29.00 (add $8.00 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); lifetime unlimited phone, BBS, CompuServe, mail
            support; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide offers (see
            page 6); discounts on other products. 3-month free upgrading
            allowed.  3 free update disk(s) sent out.
          Look for: MDEM5?.ZIP on BBSs (multiple files) (call 603.890.6264
            to download it at no charge); MDEM5?.ZIP on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMAPP forum LIBrary 7 (multiple files) (or contact userID
            72260,1700 for assistance).
          Download size: 250k (about 19 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Present information very visually with up to 2000 screens
            (compressed into 450 bytes typical) with menus, visual and
            sound effects, and mouse support on virtually any PC or clone.
            Great for BBS downloading. Try some C-A-I lessons. Paint the
            big picture Create a catalog on disk. Uses text based graphics
            for small files. Use its very visual and intuitive tools.
            Import ASCII text or screens (captured or from other MakeDemo
            files.) Bind creations into branded single .EXE files.


          13.2.1  Animation applications

          13.2.1.1  "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; bonus utilities; bonus data; bonus graphics; discounts

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            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 built-
            in 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.


          13.3  CAD/CAM applications

            See also: Engineering.

          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 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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          13.4  Ready-made graphic images

          13.4.1  BMP images

          Product: Kid Art                                            [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.0 (01-29-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  EGA monitor.  Software to
            display PCX or BMP images.
            Strongly recommended: VGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits:
          Look for: KIDART10.ZIP on BBSs; KIDART10.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum
            LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 225k (about 17 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. Same drawings in PCX format. Not great art, but
            childlike, could be fun. Best in color.


          13.4.2  PCX images

          Product: Kid Art                                            [***]
            Children's artwork.  See full description on page 83.


          13.5  Utilities

          13.5.1  Cataloging tools

          Product: MakeDemo                                           [***]
            Text based presentation program.  See full description on
            page 80.

          13.5.2  File format translators

          Product: The Complete Morph                                 [***]
            Full featured morphing facility for spec. F/X.  See full
            description on page 81.

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                                      Chapter 14                           
                                    Home & hobby

            See also: Finances, Personal finances; Business, Work-at-home.


          14.1  Fortune telling & astrology

            See also: Religion & philosophy.

          Product: By the Numbers                                     [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 5.0c (12-26-93)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $29.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: NUMBER50.ZIP on BBSs (call 703-680-9269 to download it
            at no charge); NUMBER.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            NUMBER50.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10189
          Download size: 200k (about 15 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: Crystal Ball                                       [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.4 (01-13-94)
          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: CRYSTL34.ZIP on BBSs (call 415-323-4193 to download it
            at no charge); CRYSTL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            CRYSTL34.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 195k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Welcome to the world of the psychic computer! This tongue-in-
            cheek program makes predictions and answers questions with a
            sometimes enigmatic style reminiscent of the ancient Greek

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            oracles. You select the subject matter for predictions of
            personal interest. This could explain where those crazy tabloid
            headlines come from!


          Product: Fortune Teller                                     [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 4.2b (01-13-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $29.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; bonus utilities; disks of other shareware; discounts
            on other products.
          Look for: FORT42B.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); FORTUN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            FORT42B.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10249
          Download size: 300k (about 23 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 96.

          Product: Mayan Calendar                                     [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.7 (01-28-94)
          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: MAYAN37.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); MAYAN.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMAPP forum
            LIBrary 7 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            MAYAN37.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 170k (about 13 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. Easy-
            to-understand documentation and history of the Mayan calendar

          Chapter 14, "Home & hobby"                                     86



            included on disk. Norman Donaldson's excellent research is
            explained in detail.


          Product: Personal Tarot                                     [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.0 (02-22-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
            drives.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $29.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: TAROT30.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); TAROT.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            TAROT30.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10220
          Download size: 195k (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
            layout. You can edit card interpretations and add your own
            comments. Readings can be saved, edited, printed. No graphics.


          Product: Richard Webster's Aura Reading                     [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.0a (01-11-94)
          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: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits:
          Look for: WAURA30A.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); WAURA.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            WAURA30A.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10289
          Download size: 165k (about twelve minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Based on the work and research of internationally-known psychic
            entertainer Richard Webster, "Aura Reading" helps you learn
            what to look for when attempting to see the human aura. It's a
            great way to meet people and make friends!

          Chapter 14, "Home & hobby"                                     87



          Product: Richard Webster's Numerology                       [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.0a (01-13-94)
          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: WQUICK30.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); WQUICK.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            WQUICK30.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 150k (about eleven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Based on the work and research of internationally-known psychic
            entertainer Richard Webster, "Quick Numerology" helps you put
            together a short but pointed personality profile using
            someone's date of birth. It's a great way to meet people and
            make friends!


          Product: Wynter Stone's I Ching                             [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.0d (01-12-94)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.11 or better.  512k RAM; Dual 720k floppy
            drives.
            Strongly recommended: Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $29.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; disks of other shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: ICHING10.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); ICHING.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            ICHING10.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10756
          Download size: 249k (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.

          Chapter 14, "Home & hobby"                                     88



          Product: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide                         [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.50 (01-31-94)
          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: WGUIDE15.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); WGUIDE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            WGUIDE15.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 123k (about nine minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Quick definitions and explanations of some common "new age"
            terminology.


          14.2  Gambling

            See also: Games, Casino games; Home & hobby, Sports,
            Handicapping; Home & hobby, Sports, Betting pools.

          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; 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
            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 91.

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          14.3  Ham radio

          Product: PC-ECAP                                            [***]
            Linear circuit analysis program with graphics.  See full
            description on page 63.


          14.4  Health

          14.4.1  Food/dietary/kitchen

          Product: Heart Smart                                        [***]
          Author: Henning Associates, 804-823-6896
          Version: 2.0 (01-25-93)
          Needs: IBM AT (80286), Windows 3.1 or better.
            Strongly recommended: VGA monitor; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $20.00
          Registration benefits: Full program functionality; choice of 31/2"
            or 51/4" master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe,
            mail support; royalty-free runtime license; all ASP-wide offers
            (see page 6); discounts on upgrades. 6-month free upgrading
            allowed.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; HSMART.EXE on CompuServe
            in CIS:GOODHEALTH forum LIBrary 10 (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.


          14.5  Household automation

          Product: WinPrice                                           [***]
            Ppicks best deal from any two choices.  See full description on
            page 62.

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          14.6  Hunting & fishing

          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; 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.


          14.7  Music

          Product: Lyric Launcher                                     [***]
          Author: LyricSoft, 800-766-4386
          Version: 2.0 (12-06-93)
          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;
            VGA monitor; Hard disk; Mouse.
          Registration fee: $25.00
          Registration benefits: Full program functionality; printed
            manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4" master disk(s); 3 months of phone,
            newsletter, mail support; bonus data; all ASP-wide offers (see
            page 6); registration commissions.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs.
          Download size: 2400k (about 178 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This teleprompter colorfully displays song lyrics and related
            chord symbols for use by beginning or pro musicians at parties,
            school, church, seniors centers, piano bars- anywhere there's
            music.  Leave the sheet music and fake books at home.  If you
            know the tune you can perform the song with the info provided.
            It's a great tool for learning.  Includes 9 songs.  Add'l songs
            available or create your own using Microsoft Powerpoint.

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          14.8  Personalities

          Product: By the Numbers                                     [***]
            Personality analysis with Numerology.  See full description on
            page 84.


          14.9  Reading (and writing, too)

          Product: Creativity Package                                 [***]
            Become more creative & improve your writing.  See full
            description on page 37.

          Product: Poetry Generator                                   [***]
            Turn your computer into a poet!  See full description on
            page 37.


          14.10  Sports

            See also: Home & hobby, Hunting & fishing.

          14.10.1  Betting pools

            See also: Home & hobby, Gambling.
                    st
          Product: 1  &goal Fantasy Football                          [***]
            Runs a fantasy football league.  See full description on
            page 94.

          Product: FastBreak Fantasy Basketball                       [***]
            Complete fantasy basketball program.  See full description on
            page 93.

          Product: Keyboard Coach Fantasy Football                    [***]
            Head-to-head fantasy football.  See full description on
            page 94.

          Product: LineDrive Fantasy Baseball                         [***]
            Complete fantasy baseball package.  See full description on
            page 93.

          14.10.2  Handicapping

            See also: Home & hobby, Gambling.

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          14.10.2.1  For `the ponies'

          Product: Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro                       [***]
          Author: Whirlwind Technologies
          Version: 2.0 (01-01-94)
          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; THP_W2.ZIP on CompuServe
            in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 9 (or contact userID 71742,3632 for
            assistance).
          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; on-
            disk user's manual; more.


          14.10.2.2  For other

          Product: Golfhcap                                           [***]
            Calculates handicaps using USGA Slope System.  See full
            description on page 95.

          14.10.3  Baseball/softball

          Product: Diamond Data                                       [***]
          Author: The Software Construction Co., 508-851-6204
          Version: 4.5 (09-14-93)
          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: $25.00
          Registration benefits: printed manual; choice of 31/2" or 51/4"
            master disk(s); lifetime unlimited phone, CompuServe,
            newsletter, mail support; bonus utilities; disks of other
            shareware; discounts on other products.
          Look for: DDATA_45.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);

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            DDATA_45.ZIP on GEnie in SPORTS forum LIBrary 1 (or contact
            userID W.GEISER for assistance).
          Download size: 121k (about nine 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.


          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).


          14.10.4  Basketball

          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.

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          14.10.5  Boating sports

          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; 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.


          14.10.6  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.

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          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.


          14.10.7  Golf

          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; 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.

          Chapter 15, "Religion & philosophy"                            96





                                      Chapter 15                           
                                Religion & philosophy

            See also: Home & hobby, Fortune telling & astrology.


          15.1  The Bible

          15.1.1  Bible programs

          Product: Bible IQ Challenge                                 [***]
            Bible trivia game for 1-4 players.  See full description on
            page 102.


          15.2  For houses of worship

            See also: Database applications.

          Product: Lyric Launcher                                     [***]
            A teleprompter for song lyrics.  See full description on
            page 90.


          15.3  New age/occult

          Product: By the Numbers                                     [***]
            Personality analysis with Numerology.  See full description on
            page 84.

          Product: Fortune Teller                                     [***]
            Seven ways to tell fortunes, plus ESP test.  See full
            description on page 85.

          Product: Geomancy                                           [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 4.6c (01-11-94)
          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: GEO46C.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it at
            no charge); GEO.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6
            (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance); GEO46C.ZIP on
            GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 215k (about 16 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

          Chapter 15, "Religion & philosophy"                            97



            create an Astro-Geomantic chart and answer your questions.
            Provides an explanation of Geomantic figures. Readings can be
            saved, edited, printed.


          Product: Mayan Calendar                                     [***]
            Converts Mayan/modern calendar dates.  See full description on
            page 85.

          Product: Personal Tarot                                     [***]
            Fortune telling with Tarot cards.  See full description on
            page 86.

          Product: Richard Webster's Aura Reading                     [***]
            Learn to read auras!  See full description on page 86.

          Product: Richard Webster's Numerology                       [***]
            Understand personalities with numbers!  See full description on
            page 86.

          Product: Wynter Stone's I Ching                             [***]
            I CHING fortunes and philosophy.  See full description on
            page 87.

          Product: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide                         [***]
            Mini-Encyclopedia of Mystical and Occult Info.  See full
            description on page 87.


          15.4  Philosophy

          15.4.1  Metaphysics

          Product: By the Numbers                                     [***]
            Personality analysis with Numerology.  See full description on
            page 84.

          Product: Fortune Teller                                     [***]
            Seven ways to tell fortunes, plus ESP test.  See full
            description on page 85.

          Product: Geomancy                                           [***]
            Ancient system of divination with black magic.  See full
            description on page 96.

          Product: Personal Tarot                                     [***]
            Fortune telling with Tarot cards.  See full description on
            page 86.

          Product: Richard Webster's Aura Reading                     [***]
            Learn to read auras!  See full description on page 86.

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          Product: Richard Webster's Numerology                       [***]
            Understand personalities with numbers!  See full description on
            page 86.

          Product: Wynter Stone's I Ching                             [***]
            I CHING fortunes and philosophy.  See full description on
            page 87.

          Chapter 16, "Games"                                            99





                                      Chapter 16                           
                                        Games


          16.1  Adventure

          Product: Kingsley's Mansion                                 [***]
          Author: Whirlwind Technologies
          Version: 3.1 (06-01-92)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 3.1 or better.  512k RAM.
          Registration fee: $5.00
          Registration benefits: lifetime unlimited CompuServe, mail
            support; bonus game hints.
          Look for: availability unknown on BBSs; MANSIO.ZIP on CompuServe
            in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 71742,3632 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 200k (about 15 minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            An exciting text-adventure game in which you explore Kingsley's
            Mansion. The mansion burned down long ago, resulting in the
            deaths of its occupants. Nobody knows the terrible secrets
            behind that fateful night! The mansion reappears yearly on the
            eve of its destruction, only to become engulfed in flames
            before morning. Now you must explore the mansion, meet the
            spirits, and learn the secrets. Lots of places to explore and
            puzzles to solve! You'll also discover that this game has a
            good sense of humor


          16.2  Card games

          Product: Mille French Card Game                             [***]
          Author: Unique Software
          Version: 1.2 (11-15-91)
          Needs: IBM PC, DOS 2.0 or better.  CGA monitor.
          Registration fee: $19.95
          Registration benefits: 3 months of fax, CompuServe support;
            discounts on upgrades.
          Look for: MILLE12.EXE on BBSs; MILLE1.EXE on CompuServe in
            CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 70130,330 for
            assistance).
          Download size: 93k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            A 100% CGA graphics game of the popular French card game Mille
            Bournes. Complete interactive instuctions can be chosen before
            the start of the game. If you're tired of card games of
            "telling" you your hand, this is the game you've been looking
            for! Single player version.

          Chapter 16, "Games"                                           100



          16.3  Casino games

            See also: Home & hobby, Gambling.

          Product: $mart Gambler                                      [***]
            For people who play to win!  See full description on page 88.


          16.4  Jokes & humor

          Product: Crystal Ball                                       [***]
            Humorous computerized psychic.  See full description on
            page 84.

          Product: Curses!                                            [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 3.0a (01-12-94)
          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: CURSES30.ZIP on BBSs (call 715-652-2758 to download it
            at no charge); CURSES.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            CURSES30.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 170k (about 13 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.


          Product: Hard at Work                                       [***]
            You take a break while the computer "works"  See full
            description on page 100.

          Product: LoveDOS                                            [***]
            The computer falls in love with you.  See full description on
            page 101.

          Product: NAG                                                [***]
            The program for people who miss their mothers.  See full
            description on page 101.

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          16.5  Practical jokes

          Product: Hard at Work                                       [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.3b (01-11-94)
          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: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits:
          Look for: HAW13B.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it at
            no charge); HAWHAW.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            HAW13B.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 95k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            This cutie ties up your computer with a Very Important (but
            imaginary) task so you can take a break. When you start Hard At
            Work, it selects one of 7 routines at random. You can pick your
            favorite job by pressing the appropriate function key. The
            activity on screen looks too important to be interrupted. If
            someone tries to stop the action with ESC or CTRL-C, a DANGER
            message pops up, and a tone alerts you. The process continues
            until you want to stop it.


          Product: LoveDOS                                            [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.4b (01-11-94)
          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: CGA monitor; Hard disk.
          Registration fee: $0.00
          Registration benefits:
          Look for: LOVED14B.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); LOVE.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            LOVED14B.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 90k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Unlike practical joke programs that take over the DOS prompt
            and insult you, this uncooperative program drowns you with love
            and affection! It responds intelligently to many DOS commands
            and has a repertoire of friendly comments.

          Chapter 16, "Games"                                           102



          Product: NAG                                                [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.0a (01-11-94)
          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: NAG10A.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it at
            no charge); NAG.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum LIBrary 6
            (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance); NAG10A.ZIP on
            GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          Download size: 92k (about seven minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Away from home? Miss your parents? Let this help! It says what
            they'd say, if only there were here! Clean up your room, sit up
            straight, drink your milk - all those little reminders you just
            can't live without. Put it in a friend's AUTOEXEC.BAT file to
            show how much you care!


          16.6  Sayings & stories

          Product: NAG                                                [***]
            The program for people who miss their mothers.  See full
            description on page 101.


          16.7  Simulators

          16.7.1  Sports

          Product: Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro                       [***]
            Complete thoroughbred handicapping system.  See full
            description on page 92.

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          16.8  Trivia

          Product: Bible IQ Challenge                                 [***]
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
          Version: 1.1a (01-29-94)
          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: $15.00 (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 unlimited fax, CompuServe, mail
            support; discounts on other products.
          Look for: BCHALL11.ZIP on BBSs (call 909-681-6221 to download it
            at no charge); BCHALL.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:IBMNEW forum
            LIBrary 6 (or contact userID 72301,435 for assistance);
            BCHALL11.ZIP on GEnie in ? forum LIBrary 0.
          PsL#: 10795
          Download size: 100k (about eight minutes with a 2400 baud modem)
          Description:
            Based on the King James version of the Old Testament, this
            program lets you compete against yourself or others in your
            knowledge of Bible facts. Your choice of Beginner,
            Intermediate, or Advanced level controls how fast you play and
            how many points you can earn. Winners print certificates of
            achievement. Fun for the whole family.


          Product: On This Day                                        [***]
            "What happened on this day in history?"  See full description
            on page 77.

          Product: On This Day for Windows                            [***]
            "What happened on this day in history?"  See full description
            on page 77.

          Product: Personal Challenge                                 [***]
            Educational trivia game for 1-4 players.  See full description
            on page 79.

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          16.9  Word games

          Product: HangWin                                            [***]
          Author: Temprano Software
          Version: 1.70 (02-05-94)
          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: HNGWN*.ZIP on BBSs (call 718-837-3236 to download it at
            no charge); HNGWN*.ZIP on CompuServe in CIS:WINFUN forum
            LIBrary 3 (or contact userID 72614,43 for assistance).
          Download size: 168k (about 13 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 on-
            line help.


          16.10  For adults

          Product: Edens-for-two                                      [***]
          Author: Martlet, Inc., 703-435-5767
          Version: 4.1 (02-18-94)
          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; royalty-free
            runtime license; 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.
          Download size: 60k (about five 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.

          Chapter 16, "Appendixes"                                      105



















                                        PART 2                             
                                     Appendixes

          Appendix A, "Author addresses"                                106





                                      Appendix A                           
                                  Author addresses

            This appendix cross-references each author to his or her pro-
            duct(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 regis-
                 tration 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 pro-
                 duct; 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: 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: Lyric Launcher
            Author: LyricSoft [Daniel R. Barnes]
            Address: P.O. Box 182212, Coronado, CA  92178
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 619-575-1952
            Queries: 800-766-4386

            Products: 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
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Queries: 804-823-6896

          Appendix A, "Author addresses"                                107



            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

            Products: Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro, Thoroughbred
            Handicapper Pro, Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro
            Author: Whirlwind Technologies [James S Nixon]
            Address: P.O. Box 1063, Van, TX  75790

            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: Network Appointment Scheduler, Network Appointment
            Scheduler, Network Appointment Scheduler, Network Appointment
            Scheduler, Network Appointment Scheduler, Network Appointment
            Scheduler, Network Appointment Scheduler
            Author: DataTek Computer Services [Kirk Wentzel]
            Address: 547 Wunder Street, Reading, PA  19602-2005
            Orders & queries: 610-374-2097
              Accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Optima, Visa

            Product: Contact Manager
            Author: C P I Computer Services
            Address: 325 Magnolia way, Lemmon Valley, NV  89506
            Orders & queries: 702-329-6868
            Fax: 702-972-1659

            Products: 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: You're Hired!
            Author: DataWell
            Address: 13852 Echo Park Court, Burnsville, MN  55337-4776
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 713-524-6398
            Queries: 612-432-5109

          Appendix A, "Author addresses"                                108



            Product: HangWin
            Author: Temprano Software
            Address: 32 Leonardo Drive, Clifton Park, NY  12065-2038

            Products: SNAPSHOT, SNAPSHOT, SNAPSHOT, SNAPSHOT, SNAPSHOT
            Author: HFK Software
            Address: 68 Wells Road, Lincoln, MA  01773-3702
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 617-259-0626
            Queries: 617-259-0059

            Products: School Days, School Days, School Days, School Days,
            School Days, School Days
            Author: Reed Consulting Services [George J. Reed]
            Address: RR 4, Box 105, Hollidaysburg, PA  16648
            Fax: 814-695-6828

            Product: The Complete Morph
            Author: Hot Wax Software [Paul D. Nettle]
            Address: 9668 Washington St., Romulus, MI  48174
            Orders & queries: 313-941-9223

            Product: Drag and Drop Printing
            Author: FLFSoft Inc.
            Address: P.O. Box 306, Oak Creek, WI  53154-0306

            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: WinUpD8R, WinUpD8R, WinUpD8R
            Author: Open Windows [Richard W. Bryant]
            Address: PO Box 49746, Colorado Springs, CO  80949-9746
            Orders: 719-531-0403  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: MasterCard, Visa

            Products: WinProof, WinProof
            Author: Intellect Systems
            Address: P.O. Box 58213, Renton, WA  98058
            Orders & queries: 206-226-0429

            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"                                109



            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: 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

            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: 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)

            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

            Product: BootMaster for Windows
            Author: RoSi Software [Roland Sireborn]
            Address: Keithstr. 4, 12307 Berlin, GERMANY
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 011-49-30-744-7618
            Queries: 011-49-30-744-7707

            Products: GammaCAD, GammaCAD, GammaCAD, 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

          Appendix A, "Author addresses"                                110



            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)

            Product: PrintEnvelope
            Author: Maurer Associates [T. Scott Maurer]
            Address: 164 Lake Street, Suite 15, Newburgh, NY  12550-5259
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 914-562-6613
            Queries: 914-562-6600

            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:
            Queries: 508-851-6204

            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: Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick
            Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide,
            Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter
            Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's
            Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick
            Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide,
            Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter
            Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's
            Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick
            Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide,
            Wynter Stone's Quick Guide, Wynter Stone's Quick Guide
            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

            Product: 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"                                111



            Product: Bmenu - Batch Menu System
            Author: Mark B. Strong
            Address: 2936 Orchardknoll Ct., Cincinnati, OH  45239-7751
            Orders: 800-242-4PSL  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 713-524-6398
            Queries: 513-860-7762

            Product: DISK SPOOL II
            Author: Budget Software Company
            Address: P.O. Box 621534, Littleton, CO  80162
            Orders & queries: 303-932-1705
              Accepts: MasterCard, Visa
            Fax: 303-932-0336

            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: Phone Secretary, Phone Secretary, Phone Secretary
            Author: Unique Software
            Address: P.O. Box 26613, Ft. Worth, TX  76126-0613
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 817-249-4284

            Product: ORGANIZE
            Author: David H. Pritchett
            Address: PO Box 7273, Macon, GA  31209-7273

            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

          Appendix A, "Author addresses"                                112



            Product: MakeDemo
            Author: WindhamWoods Publishing
            Address: P.O. Box 314, Windham, NH  03087
            Orders & queries: 603.893.2667
              Accepts: MasterCard, Visa

            Product: The Window BOSS & Data Clerk
            Author: Star Guidance Consulting, Inc. [Philip A. Mongelluzzo]
            Address: 273 Windy Drive, Waterbury, CN  06705
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Fax: 203-755-8842
            Queries: 203-574-2449

            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: SunShine
            Author: Langin Software [Chet Langin]
                             rd
            Address: 532 W. 3   St., Centralia, IL  62801-5407
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)

            Product: FPLAN-Personal Financial Plnr
            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

            Product: TimeStax
            Author: Johnson Technologies [Timothy C. Johnson]
            Address: 10564 N. Blaney Ave., Cupertino, CA  95014
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Queries: 408-255-4213

            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

            Product: WinPost
            Author: Eastern Mountain Software
            Address: P.O. Box 6394, Bellevue, WA  98008
            Queries: 206-391-3483

          Appendix A, "Author addresses"                                113



            Products: Stellaris HR(tm), Stellaris HR(tm)
            Author: Mark W. Geisinger
            Address: 3433 East Loyola Dr., Kenner, LA  70065-4164
            Orders: 800-242-4775  (orders only, please)
              Accepts: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Optima, Visa
            Queries: 504-467-2982

            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

          Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"                                114





                                      Appendix B                           
                                  Vendor addresses

            This appendix lists each ASP-approved disk vendor.  These
            vendors have agreed to abide by ethical standards when offering
            shareware.


          A.M.S.
            Address: 960 Martin Rd, CAMPBELLSVILLE KY 42718
            Phone: 502-465-7410

          Accurate Research Inc
            Address: 1500 Wyatt Drive # 10, SANTA CLARA CA 95054
            Phone: 408-748-9988

          Barbara's Choice
                                th
            Address: 1039 SE 196   Ave, Portland OR 97233
            Phone: 503-666-0596

          CD Rom Paradise SR
            Address: Via Tabacchi 5, c/o Studio Di Prima, MILANO 20136
            ITALY
            Phone: 39 2 70603189

          Computer Habit Inc
                              th
            Address: 8100 S 84   St, OMAHA NE 68128
            Phone: 402-592-7976

          Computer Solutions Dorth
            Address: POSTBUS 59, NL-7213 GORSSEL NETHERLANDS
            Phone: 31 5759-4545

          Computing Strategies Inc
            Address: 7700 Clayton Rd Suite 302, ST LOUIS MO 63117
            Phone: 314-644-6181

          Dynamic Software
            Address: 2374 St Margarets Bay Rd, Timberlea NS B3T 1J3 CANADA
            Phone: 902-876-2109

          Feagins Software Group
            Address: PO Box 965, ROCKWALL TX 75087-0965
            Phone: 214-771-2831

          J and J Software
            Address: 1323 McGuire, JACKSON MI 49202
            Phone: 517-787-5852

          Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"                                115



          JADE Software Corporation
            Address: 108 CHOCTAW LANE, ATHENS AL 35611-5541
            Phone: 205-230-6404

          Limelight Media Inc
            Address: 605 Ohio Suite 401, TERRE HAUTE IN 47807
            Phone: 812-234-8800

          LT-1 Enterrpises Inc
            Address: 118 West Washington St, MARENGO IL 60152
            Phone: 815-568-7000

          Meg-A-Byte Public Shareware Library
            Address: 8110 W. COLFAX AVE, LAKEWOOD CO 80215
            Phone: 303-239-9224

          Planecon Informatica Ltda
            Address: R; EZEQUIEL FREIRE, 565, 02034-002 Sao Paulo -SP
            BRASIL
            Phone: 5511290-8577

          Pointsoft
            Address: 111 Rue De Croix, HEM 59510 FRANCE
            Phone: 33-20-81-25-25

          Sharesoft
            Address: Anchorena 1192-Planta Baja "3", Buenos Aires CAPITAL
            FEDERAL C.P. 1425 ARGENTINA

          Sharesoft Library
            Address: 1573 N Milwaukee Ave Ste 451, CHICAGO IL 60622
            Phone: 312-342-8348

          Shareware Distributor
            Address: 5449 SOUTH SEMORAN BLVD  STE 210, ORLANDO FL 32822
            Phone: 407-380-9312

          SoftMarket S.A.
            Address: San Pascual 107-Las Condes, Santiago CHILE
            Phone: 56 2 6384565

          Software USA, Inc.
            Address: 3929 Old William Penn Hwy, Murrysville PA 15668
            Phone: 412-325-7451

          Super Software Limited
            Address: PO BOX 34 145, AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND
            Phone: 64-9-418-7602

          Superior Solutions
            Address: 1255 Bordeaux Dr, LEXINGTON KY 40504
            Phone: 606-233-2053

          Appendix B, "Vendor addresses"                                116



          Temwa Data Aps
            Address: Tranbjerg Stationsvej 4K, DK 8310 Tranbjerg J DENMARK
            Phone: 4586-720522

          The Cat's Shareware
            Address: 1481 ST OLIVIER, LANCITNNG-LORSETTE QC G2E 2N7 CANADA
            Phone: 418-877-1612

          Village Center, Inc.
            Address: Sun Light Bldg 6F, 3-2 Kanda Jinbo-cho, Chofu-shi
            TOKYO 101 JAPAN
            Phone: 81-424-88-3381

          Wonderful F1 Shareware
            Address: 650 Pantera Drive, Diamond Bar CA 91765
            Phone: 909-861-1293

          Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"                                 117





                                      Appendix C                           
                                   Bulletin Boards

            This appendix lists each ASP-approved computer bulletin board
            system (BBS).  These BBSs have agreed to abide by ethical stan-
            dards when offering shareware.

            Set your communications software to "8 data bits, no parity, 1
            stop bit" before calling any of these BBSs.


          ACTION NET
            Address: 3806 Riverside Drive, Ponoka AB T4J 1A5 CANADA
            BBS Phone: 403-346-7179

          BBS Waterland
            Address: PO Box 1196, 1440 BD Purmerend,  NETHERLANDS
            BBS Phone: 31299040202

          Bored Games BBS
                          th
            Address: 302 8   STREET, BROOKINGS SD 57006-1420
            BBS Phone: 605-692-2379

          CHATTERBOX! BBS
            Address: PO BOX 2451, WINNETKA CA 91396-2451
            BBS Phone: 818-995-6959

          Computer Link
            Address: 5150 Dundas Street West #306, Etobicoke ON M9A 1C3
            CANADA
            BBS Phone: 416-233-5410

          Cyberstore Systems
            Address: #320-720 SIXTH ST, NEW WESTMINSTER BC V3L 3C5 CANADA
            BBS Phone: 604-526-3376

          DataBoard BBS
            Address: Datakinetics Inc, 8531 Market Street, Boardman OH
            44512
            BBS Phone: 216-726-6811

          GameLand PLUS!
                               th
            Address: 7112 NE 57   St, VANCOUVER WA 98661
            BBS Phone: 206-260-0957

          Inter-BBS Mexico Dls
            Address: FUENTE DE CERES 28, LOMAS DE TECAMACHALCO, MEXICO CITY
            CP 53950 MEXICO
            BBS Phone: 525-251-6089

          Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"                                 118



          Mindless Ones BBS
            Address: 122 Culler Road, Weirton WV 26062
            BBS Phone: 304-748-0491

          National Data Exchange
            Address: HHC 3/12  INF, PO BOX 173, APO AE 09034
            BBS Phone: 502-942-2848

          Paradise Station: Phoenix
            Address: 351 Pinchback, BEAUMONT TX 77706
            BBS Phone: 409-866-5217

          Puss N Boots
            Address: 606 Royal Crest, Richardson TX 75081
            BBS Phone: 214-641-1822

          Southern On-line Services, Inc
            Address: PO BOX 1577, Eugene OR 97440-1577
            BBS Phone: 503-484-3135

          Superior Shareware
            Address: PO Box 26005, THUNDER BAY ON P7E 2M0 CANADA
            BBS Phone: 807-475-3099

          T.I.F.S.D.B. China-Link
            Address: 636 CORAL REEF DRIVE, GAITHERSBURG MD 20878
            BBS Phone: 301-975-9794 USA

          THE BOSS
            Address: 206 COUNTY ROAD, Utility, Tenafly NJ 07670
            BBS Phone: 201-568-7293

          The Electronic Grapevine
            Address: 1260 THOMPSON AVE, NAPA CA 94558
            BBS Phone: 707-257-2338

          The Firebox Express
            Address: 1409 W 14 MILE RD STE 184, MADISON HEIGHTS MI 48071
            BBS Phone: 810-826-9411

          The Locker Room
            Address: 12132 Severn Way, Riverside CA 92503
            BBS Phone: 909-270-5278

          The Pet Shop
            Address: 3018 Harding St, Sweet Home OR 97386-2806

          The Privy Ledged BBS
            Address: 5572 WEST JOAQUIN STREET, KEARNS UT 84118-7212
            BBS Phone: 801-966-6270

          The Wall Street Connection
            Address: 94-541 LUMIAINA ST #T106, WAIPAHU Hi 96747
            BBS Phone: 808-521-4356

          Appendix C, "Bulletin Boards"                                 119



          VISIONARY
            Address: 105 E Butler St, MANCHESTER IA 52057-1606
            BBS Phone: 310-927-4474

          Appendix D, "Retired shareware"                               120





                                      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 registra-
            tion 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: Book of Changes
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
            I CHING fortunes and philosophy.


          Product: Dinger
          Author: Pinecliffe International - ASG
            Superceded by WOPR 2.0, for WinWord 2.0.


          Product: Enveloper
          Author: Pinecliffe International - ASG
            Superceded by WOPR 2.0, for WinWord 2.x.


          Product: FOURU
          Author: GTX Software
            Four handy utilities.


          Product: General Purpose System Analyzer
          Author: COBOL Maintenance Technologies
            COBOL system analysis and documentation.


          Product: Home Money Manager II (and I)
          Author: HomeCraft Software
            Home checkbook and budgeting.

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          Product: I.Q. Challenge
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
            Test knowledge in 5 categories, earn diploma.


          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: 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: Programmer's SUPER-MAINT
          Author: EmmaSoft Software Company, Inc.
            Professional Make utility.


          Product: Pulsar for DOS
          Author: Tesserax Information Systems
            LaserJet printer utility for DOS.


          Product: SCBABOTL
          Author: Raymond A.J. Pesek
            Fire dept. SCBA bottle & PASS management.

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          Product: Soothsayer aka Oracle
          Author: R.K. West Consulting
            Tarot and I Ching.


          Product: Stardial
          Author: GTX Software
            Autodialer For Galaxy/Starlink service.


          Product: Total Control
          Author: Unique Software
            No longer accepting registrations.


          Product: Your Financial Advisor
          Author: HomeCraft Software
            Loan and finacial calculations.


          Product: Your Menu
          Author: HomeCraft Software
            Hard disk menu and DOS shell.

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                                      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
            4FILES 3.12 (02-09-94)  Hand-Crafted Software
            APCAL 3.21 (08-15-93)  Gamma Software
            Appointment Scheduler 3.21 (11-25-93)  DataTek Computer
            Services
            Bible IQ Challenge 1.1a (01-29-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Bmenu - Batch Menu System 5.41 (09-07-93)  Mark B. Strong
            BootMaster for Windows 6.0 (02-01-94)  RoSi Software
            Bottom Line Accounting 2.5E (02-04-94)  WindSoft International,
            Inc.
            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
            By the Numbers 5.0c (12-26-93)  R.K. West Consulting
            CHOOSE 2.1 (12-15-93)  HFK Software
            Citizen 3.2a (01-13-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Cliche Finder 1.7a (08-25-93)  R.K. West Consulting
            CLOCK 2.00 (01-10-92)  Gamma Software
            ComeBack 3.0 (01-06-94)  MicroTools Inc
            The Complete Morph 2.10 (02-26-94)  Hot Wax Software
            Contact Manager 2.1 (02-19-94)  C P I Computer Services
            Contact Manager 3.00 (11-25-93)  DataTek Computer Services
            Contact Manager Custom Reports 2.00 (02-15-94)  DataTek
            Computer Services
            Contact Scheduler 1.70 (11-25-93)  DataTek Computer Services
            Creativity Package 3.2a (01-27-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Crystal Ball 3.4 (01-13-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Curses! 3.0a (01-12-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            D/Crypt-It 1.00 (02-15-94)  DataTek Computer Services
            Diamond Data 4.5 (09-14-93)  The Software Construction Co.
            DISK SPOOL II 4.07 (02-15-94)  Budget Software Company
            Drag and Drop Printing v2.0 (02-01-94)  FLFSoft Inc.
            Easydial 4.5 (01-22-93)  Patri-Soft
            Edens-for-two 4.1 (02-18-94)  Martlet, Inc.
            EDGEFLOW 5.0 (02-24-93)  Pacestar Software
            EZ-DEX 1.2 (12-15-93)  HFK Software
            FastBreak Fantasy Basketball 3.08 (02-18-94)  McS Custom
            Software

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            FCOMP 1.01 (01-10-92)  Gamma Software
            Fishtime 2.2 (01-15-94)  C & E Associates
            FleetStar(tm) 2.00 (02-03-94)  Mark W. Geisinger
            Fortune Teller 4.2b (01-13-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            FPLAN-Personal Financial Plnr 4.0 (01-27-94)  First Financial
            Software
            GammaCAD 1.10 (02-01-94)  Gamma Software
            Geomancy 4.6c (01-11-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            GetBack 2.4 (12-24-92)  MicroTools Inc
            Golfhcap 3.4 (01-15-94)  C & E Associates
            HangWin 1.70 (02-05-94)  Temprano Software
            Hard at Work 1.3b (01-11-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Heart Smart 2.0 (01-25-93)  Henning Associates
            Hebrew Edit 1.2b (02-14-94)  Right to Left Software
            HOLD-ANYTHING! 1.1 (02-21-93)  Elk Creek Software
            Home Refinancing 1.00 (11-22-93)  ProDomus, Inc.
            ICP 11 (02-01-94)  Spirit7 Software, Ltd.
            Keyboard Coach Fantasy Football 1.03 (01-08-94)  McS Custom
            Software
            KEYSAVER 1.1 (12-15-93)  HFK Software
            Kid Art 1.0 (01-29-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Kingsley's Mansion 3.1 (06-01-92)  Whirlwind Technologies
            LineDrive Fantasy Baseball 6.13 (02-18-94)  McS Custom Software
            LoveDOS 1.4b (01-11-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Lyric Launcher 2.0 (12-06-93)  LyricSoft
            Maillist / M-Label 5.8 (02-11-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            MakeDemo 5.0 (02-15-94)  WindhamWoods Publishing
            Marnav 2.2 (01-15-94)  C & E Associates
            MASS Retail Sales 15.0 (01-07-94)  Reed Consulting Services
            MASS Work Orders 20.0 (01-07-94)  Reed Consulting Services
            Master Control 1.41 (02-15-94)  DataTek Computer Services
            Mayan Calendar 3.7 (01-28-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            MEGA EDIT Editor for Windows 2.08 (02-09-94)  COMPUTER
            WITCHCRAFT, INC.
            MegaBack Hard Disk Backup 2.3 (04-27-93)  Patri-Soft
            Mille French Card Game 1.2 (11-15-91)  Unique Software
            NAG 1.0a (01-11-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            NAMEBASE 3.2 (02-26-93)  Elk Creek Software
            Network Appointment Scheduler 1.11 (02-15-94)  DataTek Computer
            Services
            On This Day 1.8 (01-31-94)  The Software Construction Co.
            On This Day for Windows 1.8 (01-31-94)  The Software
            Construction Co.
            ORGANIZE 2.50 (11-30-93)  David H. Pritchett
            PALERT 2.4 (10-22-91)  Patri-Soft
            PATTR 1.5 (11-05-90)  Patri-Soft
            PBfmt 1.99 (07-21-91)  Unique Software
            PC-AP 1.8 (01-01-94)  Medlin Accounting Shareware
            PC-AR 4.3 (01-01-94)  Medlin Accounting Shareware
            PC-ECAP 3.01 (01-24-94)  Circuit Systems
            PC-GL 3.8 (01-01-94)  Medlin Accounting Shareware
            PC-PR 2.4 (02-01-94)  Medlin Accounting Shareware
            PC-Proof 2.0A (10-18-93)  Intellect Systems
            PCINV 1.3 (01-01-94)  Medlin Accounting Shareware

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            PCOPY 9.3 (09-01-93)  Patri-Soft
            PCStat 2.7 (01-01-94)  PC Information Systems
            PDAILY 1.0 (10-10-86)  Patri-Soft
            PDEL 4.4 (05-01-92)  Patri-Soft
            Personal Challenge 1.0d (01-27-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Personal CHEMCOM 4.00 (01-07-94)  Reed Consulting Services
            Personal Hotnet 4.0 (09-30-93)  Robichaux and Associates
            Personal RADCOM 4.00 (01-07-94)  Reed Consulting Services
            Personal Tarot 3.0 (02-22-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Phone Secretary 1.10 (09-14-93)  Unique Software
            Poetry Generator 2.4a (01-28-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Portfolio Manager 4.5 (12-25-94)  Shane Software International
            PPRINT 5.5 (11-22-91)  Patri-Soft
            PrintEnvelope 2.33 (01-20-94)  Maurer Associates
            ProAct Contact Management 2.5 (01-01-94)  ProDomus, Inc.
            PROGRAM ENTITY ORGANIZER 1.2 (02-01-94)  James W. Young &
            Associates, Inc.
            PSEARCH 5.2B (07-01-92)  Patri-Soft
            PTOUCH 2.0 (02-03-93)  Patri-Soft
            QWERTY WORD PROCESSOR 7.0 (02-15-94)  HFK Software
            Recap 3.2a (01-11-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Resume Master Deluxe 4.0 (02-01-94)  Whirlwind Technologies
            Richard Webster's Aura Reading 3.0a (01-11-94)  R.K. West
            Consulting
            Richard Webster's Numerology 3.0a (01-13-94)  R.K. West
            Consulting
            Right-To-Know Training 2.00 (01-07-94)  Reed Consulting
            Services
            School Days 2.00 (01-07-94)  Reed Consulting Services
            $mart Gambler 1.6 (01-01-94)  PC Information Systems
            SNAPSHOT 1.0 (12-15-93)  HFK Software
            SPANISH DRILL! 1.8 (11-09-93)  LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES
            SpeedBack 2.3 (02-12-93)  MicroTools Inc
            Stellaris HR(tm) 2.00 (02-11-94)  Mark W. Geisinger
            Stowaway True Archival System 2.2 (07-29-93)  Patri-Soft
            SunShine 4.021 (02-01-94)  Langin Software
            Thoroughbred Handicapper Pro 2.0 (01-01-94)  Whirlwind
            Technologies
            TimeStax 2.7 (12-01-93)  Johnson Technologies
            TURBO TPU TOOLKIT! 1.5 (03-01-94)  LONE WOLF ENTERPRISES
            Visual Calendar Planner 1.1 (02-10-94)  Bok Nan Lo
            The Window BOSS & Data Clerk 7.01 (03-15-92)  Star Guidance
            Consulting, Inc.
            WinFlash 3.0 (12-21-93)  Open Windows
            WinNET Mail for MS Windows 2.05 (02-09-94)  COMPUTER
            WITCHCRAFT, 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
            WinUpD8R 3.0 (05-30-93)  Open Windows
            Workbase 4.1a (01-12-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Wynter Stone's I Ching 1.0d (01-12-94)  R.K. West Consulting
            Wynter Stone's Quick Guide 1.50 (01-31-94)  R.K. West
            Consulting

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            Yellow Sticky for Windows 3.1 2.00 (01-15-94)  Henning
            Associates
            You're Hired! 1.32 (02-20-94)  DataWell

          Appendix F, "Supporting Members"                              127





                                      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

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                                        Index

              80286 utilities See:           O
                Utilities, Hardware          Optical character
                utilities,                     recognition See:
                286/386/486-specific           Graphics, Business
              80386 utilities See:             applications, OCR
                Utilities, Hardware            applications
                utilities,
                286/386/486-specific         R
              80486 utilities See:           RAM utilities See:
                Utilities, Hardware            Utilities, Hardware
                utilities,                     utilities, CPU & memory
                286/386/486-specific         Restore See: Utilities,
                                               File utilities, Backup/
              H                                restore
              Handicapped See:
                Utilities, Special needs     S
                                             Soft fonts See: Utilities,
              M                                Printer utilities
              MCGA utilities See:
                Utilities, Hardware          T
                utilities, Screen, EGA/      Trojan horse See:
                VGA specific                   Utilities, Security
              Memory utilities See:            programs
                Utilities, Hardware
                utilities, CPU & memory      V
                                             VGA utilities See:
              N                                Utilities, Hardware
              NDOS See: Utilities,             utilities, Screen, EGA/
                Software tools & add-          VGA specific
                ins, For JP Software
              Norton's NDOS See:
                Utilities, Software
                tools & add-ins, For JP
                Software