Requirements for GIF Software Developers

     GIF [Graphics Interchange Format] (tm) is a new standard developed  by
     CompuServe  for  the  telecommunications industry.  It is CompuServe's
     goal to make this a universal standard with  no  restrictions  on  its
     incorporation  into  software  as long as the following statements are
     complied with:

              1)  Adherence to the current  GIF standards  within
                  the  capabilities  of  the  hardware  that  GIF
                  software would be developed for as outlined  in
                  the "GIF Specification" document.

              2)  Documentation in electronic media and hard-copy
                  format   included   with   any   product   that
                  incorporates  the GIF protocol, are required to
                  include the following statement:

     "GIF and 'Graphics Interchange Format' are trademarks (tm) of
     CompuServe Incorporated, an H&R Block Company"


     CompuServe has built into the  GIF  standard  enough  flexibility  and
     extensibility to be a viable product for many years to come.  We would
     like  YOU  to  share  in  the  knowledge and support this exciting new
     technology.

     CompuServe prefers all of the popular graphics based computers to have
     a  level of GIF support.  This would include GIF encoders and decoders
     written for microcomputers as  stand-alone  software,  as  a  part  of
     telecommunications   software   and   for   host   computer   software
     applications.

     In return,  CompuServe will provide you with individualized support to
     create  your own GIF products.  This will include complimentary access
     to an area containing microcomputer language  source  files  for  GIF,
     host  based  library  routines used in conjunction with GIF and direct
     contact  with  CompuServe  Associates   knowledgeable   in   the   GIF
     technology.  Therefore,  it  is  necessary  for  CompuServe to qualify
     those individuals and companies who wish to share in this knowledge at
     this early stage of GIF product  development.  Below  are  a  list  of
     requirements that each potential GIF developer needs to reply to:


     1)  Required to be considered for approval as a GIF developer

              A)  Name, Address, Phone No., Company Name  (If applicable)

              B)  Previous programing experience & languages

              C)  What computers you would be writing GIF software for

              D)  What type of GIF program you intend writing

     2)  Required after acceptance as a GIF developer

              F)  Will not distribute any GIF sample source code,

                  documentation, etc., provided by Compuserve without
                  approval of CompuServe

     3)  Desirable

              G)  Provide working sample(s) of the finished GIF product
                  and documentation if requested

              H)  Allow CompuServe the option to purchase or license
                  the finished GIF product(s)

     Complete the form named RESPND.GIF and send to Craig Knouf [70003,1750]
     via EasyPlex to be considered for access to the GIF development area on
     CompuServe.