

   FLASHFORGA        V1.00        FLASHFORGA.TXT        flashforga@usa.net
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 Welcome to FlashForga!
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   What can FlashForga 1.00 do for you?  In a nutshell, FlashForga creates
   screensavers out of your Macromedia Flash projectors.  FlashForga takes
   care of all the details and lets you take care of your real work!

   It consist of an easy-to-use wizard interface, which turns the creation
   of a screensaver into a 1 minute job.



 Installation:
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   To install FlashForga, please copy all the files from the ZIP file that
   you downloaded to a new directory on your computer.

   FlashForga 1.00 was designed for Windows 95.  If you are running Windows
   3.1, you will not be able to run FlashForga unless you install the
   Win32s extensions.

   FlashForga has not been tested on Windows NT 4.0 or Win98 yet.



 The creation process:
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   FlashForga consists of an easy-to-use wizard interface.

   - Screen 1, the WELCOME SCREEN gives you some general information
     about FlashForga.

   - Screen 2, the SERIAL NUMBER SCREEN shows you the current serial
     number.  Pressing "Change" gives you the option to enter (another)
     key, or to remove the current key.  If a key is entered, it is
     possible to check the "Build a demo screensaver" checkbox.  If this
     box is checked, then the resulting screensaver will also expire after
     10 days.  Give these screensavers to customers before the final
     delivery/payment.

   - Screen 3, the ENTER FLASH PROJECTOR SCREEN lets you enter the Flash
     projector that will be installed as a screensaver. (Follow the
     instructions in Macromedia Flash to create such a projector.)

   - Screen 4, the ENTER INSTALLER DIRECTORY SCREEN lets you select the
     output path and file name of the installer.  The default path is the
     same as the projector's path, and the default file name is
     "INSTALL.EXE".  On this screen there's a checkbox that allows you to
     create a "stealth" installer, one that doesn't give any messages to
     the user.

   - Screen 5, the READY TO CREATE SCREEN gives you a final confirmation
     before creating your screensaver installer.



 How to purchase a key:
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   FlashForga is a shareware product with the user license price of US $50.
   While unregistered, it will limit the "life time" of its created
   screensavers to 10 days.

   The screensavers that you create with this evaluation version are for
   testing purposes only.  You may not distribute, in any way or form, the
   screensavers that you create with this evaluation version.  This
   includes both internal and external distribution.  When you are ready to
   really put FlashForga to work, you can order a key which comes with a
   royalty-free license to distribute the sceensavers that you create.

   Once you have a key, you can make an unlimited amount of screensavers,
   with each an unlimited amount of copies!  ALL future upgrades of
   FlashForga will be free of charge, even in case the price of FlashForga
   goes up!

   After we receive your payment, we will send you a license (key) by email
   or paper mail, which you may enter into the software.

   Note: this key is a personal key, and can only be used by the individual
   or company that purchased the key.  This key may not be used for other
   companies or individuals.

   The selling agents are not mentioned in the doc file, since there could
   be changes in agents, or changes in methods of paying, between the
   release of this doc version, and the moment you decide to buy.

!! Please check out the FlashForga home page to check for the FlashForga
   selling agents/countries/prices/conditions and to get the most current
   version of the documentation.

   The FlashForga home page is "http://members.xoom.com/flashforga".
   See below for additional sites.

   The easiest and fastest way of purchasing a key is to register online,
   and pay with your credit card.  Follow the link on the FlashForga home
   page to enter your registration info.

   At this moment, there is a local agents for the U.S.A. and there's one
   international address to send the registration fee to.  Again, check the
   home page for the most up to date information.

   Please include your company name, address, contact person, and Email
   address with your registration money.  We must have this information in
   order to make your Personal key.



 Contacting FlashForga:
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   For comments or technical questions, please Email to FlashForga@usa.net

   Do not send any questions to selling agents because they will not be
   able to help you.  They only facilitate registrations.

   The FlashForga home pages can be found at:

      http://members.xoom.com/flashforga
      http://www.spark.net.hk/~pedit/flashforga



 Copyright:
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   FlashForga is Copyright (C) 1998 by Paul Brand.

   FlashForga is a trademark owned by Paul Brand.
   Macromedia Flash is a registered trademark of Macromedia, Inc.



 Distribution:
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   You are free to make copies of the distribution archive (FlashForga.ZIP)
   and pass it along to others for their evaluation provided that no
   modifications or additions are made to the software, its documentation,
   or any associated files, and it is not bundled in a distribution of any
   other software without permission.



 Thanks:
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   Special thanks goes to Daniel Au, for helping out with the graphics.
   Visit his home page at http://members.vol.net/aus



 Disclaimer:
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   This Program is provided "as is".  We warrant that the Program will
   substantially comply with the specifications set out in the
   documentation.  Except as stated herein this Program is provided,
   without warranty of any kind, express or implied, statutory or
   otherwise, including but not limited to the implied warranties of
   merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

   The entire risk as to the quality and performance of the Program is
   with you.  Should the Program prove defective, you assume the entire
   cost of all necessary servicing, repair or correction.  We do not
   warrant that the functions contained in the Program will meet your
   requirements or that the operation of the Program will be uninterrupted
   or error-free.

   OUR SOLE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM, DEMAND OR CAUSE OR ACTION
   WHATSOEVER, AND REGARDLESS OF FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR
   TORT, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, SHALL BE LIMITED, AT OUR SOLE OPTION, TO
   REPLACEMENT OF THE PROGRAM OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE.  IN NO
   EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR OR YOU HAVE A REMEDY FOR RECOVERY OF ANY
   SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF WE
   HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
   LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, LOST REVENUES OR ECONOMIC LOSS
   OF ANY KIND, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY THIRD PARTY.

   All trademarks are acknowledged as the property of their respective
   owners.

   If you have any problems with this program, please direct your comments
   to the author at "FlashForga@usa.net".  Please grant us the opportunity
   of defending the program's design and functionality before decrying its
   use in any forum, public or private.  The success of future shareware
   depends on your encouragement.



 Future FlashForga versions:
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   Depending on the success of FlashForga, the following additions are
   planned for future versions:

   - Giving the possibility to give the screensaver your own, personalized
     icon & text.
   - Enabling the Windows screensaver password option.



 Revision History:
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 - Version 1.00  -  17 August 1998 -  FLASHFORGA.EXE  392,704 bytes
                                      FLASHFORGA.TXT    8,510 bytes
                                      FLASHFORGA.GIF    1,049 bytes
                                      FFSAMPLE.EXE    154,570 bytes

      Initial release.



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