                       ActiCalc 1.04

ActiCalc is an easy-to-use general-purpose desktop calculator.  
Unlike most calculator programs, it provides a visual calculation 
"tape" that records all calculations and permits entries to be 
updated.  This tape is tightly integrated with Microsoft Excel 
to permit simple calculation sequences to seamlessly evolve into 
complex spreadsheets.

ActiCalc is a 32-bit program, supported only in Microsoft 
Windows95 and Windows NT environments.  The program cannot 
be run under Windows 3.1 or earlier versions.

To install ActiCalc, unzip the distribution file to a temporary
folder.  Then double-click on the SETUP.EXE program and follow 
instructions to complete the installation.  For assistance in 
installing or using this program, contact the author via email
CKParm@aol.com

First-time users should review the "5-Minute Tutorial" 
topic in the help file.

ActiCalc is distributed as shareware.  Please read LICENSE.TXT 
before using ActiCalc.  That file includes important information 
about registration and technical support.  After installation, 
all BASIC program functions will be available.  The BASIC 
program is a highly functional, easy to use calculator.  
The BASIC functions can be used for an unlimited time at no 
charge.  The program also includes a set of PREMIUM features 
that are accessible only by registered users.  

If you find the BASIC program useful, you will probably be 
interested in activating the premium features.  These include:

  SAVE/RESTORE allows you to save the currnt "tape" and 
      recall it at any future time.  This is useful if you 
      have certain calculations that you perform regularly.  
      Once the tape is opened, you can double-click prior 
      entries to update them, repeating the original 
      sequence of calculation steps.

  PRINT allows you to document calculations for future 
      reference.

  EXPORT TO EXCEL quickly and automatically transfers the 
      current tape to a Microsoft EXCEL spreadsheet, where 
      you co do extensive editing and formatting.  The EXCEL 
      spreadsheet includes formulas that mirror the ActiCalc 
      tape function exactly.  All memory and cell references 
      are carried across to the EXCEL spreadsheet.

The EXCEL export function is fully supported for EXCEL 97.  
It has been tested successfully in EXCEL 95, but is only 
suuported with that release on a best effort basis.

The PREMIUM feature package is available for $20 (US).  
When you register the program, you will immediately receive 
a temporary key that activates the PREMIUM functions for a 
short time.  Within 3 business days, you will receive an 
email with your own permanent key for the PREMIUM functions.  
This key will work with the current ActiCalc release and 
any newer release published within one year of your 
registration.  

     Please see LICENSE.TXT for ordering details.
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When you receive the key (temporary or permanent), you must
register it in the program in order to activate the 
PREMIUM features.  This is done by accessing HELP-ABOUT
from the menu.  Follow the instructions from that point.

Save your key in case it becomes necessary to reinstall 
ActiCalc on your computer.