AGREAD.ME The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) and the accompanying programs, files and documentation are; Copyright (c) 1992 by The Alcor Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved This file contains a variety of useful information and includes a list of all files on the distribution disk. You can print this file by copying it to your printer with the following DOS command: copy AGREAD.ME prn WELCOME TO OUR REALM ---------------------------------------------------------------- It was sometime in the 1960's, we sat down in front of a strange contraption that resembled what we now call a television set. We turned the power switch to the on position. After a few moments which seemed more like an eternity, a faint picture slowly and mysteriously appeared on the crude television sets picture tube. Then we heard the words "Space...the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise..." emit from the tiny little speaker of this TV contraption. Who were these strange looking people? What did those first words that we all heard mean? Did any of us really know that we were watching the begin ning of something that would touch our hearts along with many generations to come. Now we know that these first few words would more appropriately be "This is the LEGEND of the starship Enter prise..." Sit back, reminisce, and come join us in our REALM and explore our salute to the courageous crew of the LEGENDARY Enter prise. About The Game --- ------------------ Have you worn out your current trivia game? Wish you could have something new and more exciting? Are you tired of the same old thing? We have the answer. The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I). The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) is a trivia- oriented game for one to ten players or teams. Within this game, you will discover 150 new and stimulating questions to test your knowledge on a variety of topics about the Star Trek realm. Each question has four possible answers to choose from but, only one is correct. If you correctly answer the question, you will be rewarded with additional facts and trivia about the Star Trek realm to expand your knowledge and enjoyment. 1 The object of each game is to earn the highest score possible and enter the hall of fame. You can play against other players or just play against the current hall of fame members. There are three types of game play boards which you may choose from. You may customize the games to your hearts content. You, not us, choose how you like to play. The three types of games are as follows; 1. The Number of Questions Game This type of game is played by a player answering a set number of questions. The game ends when the player has attempted to answer a certain number of questions. 2. The Number of Misses Game This type of game is played by a player answering a set number of questions. The game ends when the player misses a set number of questions or answers all of the questions properly. 3. The Casino Style Game This type of game is played by a player answering a set number of questions. A player first places a bet before attempting to answer the question. The game ends when the player answers all of the questions properly or runs out of points. Game Highlights --- ------------------- Here are just a few of the Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-log I)'s highlights. - One to Ten players or teams - Compete against each other or the top ten scores - THREE distinctly different styles of game play - Totally user configurable - Hall of fame for each type of game play - Save and restore multiple games - On-line help system with hypertext technology - Allow hints for hard to answer questions - Allows player handicaps for slower readers - You are rewarded with additional trivia when correct - Supports Monochrome, CGA, EGA, VGA, Hercules monitors & more - Contains multiple topics - Optional mouse support - Menu driven for ease of use - Point & shoot menu system - And Much Much More... 2 System Requirements --- ----------------------- The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) runs on the IBM PC family of computers, including the XT, AT, and PS/2, along with all true IBM compatibles. The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) requires DOS 2.0 or higher and at least 384K; it runs on any 80-column monitor. The minimum re quirement is one floppy drive, or a hard disk. The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) supports almost any 80 column printer on the market. Your printer must be connected to LPT1 or redirected to PRN. The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) includes floating-point routines that let your programs make use of an 80x87 math coprocessor chip. It emulates the chip if it is not available. Though it is not required to run The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I), the 80x87 chip can signifi cantly enhance your program's performance. The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) also sup ports a mouse. Though the mouse isn't required, if you have one, you must have one of the following for full compatibility: Microsoft Mouse version 6.1 or later, or any mouse compatible with this mouse Logitech Mouse version 3.4 or later Mouse Systems' PC Mouse version 6.22 or later IMSI Mouse version 6.11 or later SHAREWARE...THE AFFORDABLE CHOICE ---------------------------------------------------------------- The word Shareware will not be found in your dictionary. Soon maybe it will be as it rightly should. Please read the following section about shareware. You'll be in for a pleasant surprise. Shareware a Definition --- -------------------------- Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue using it, you are expected to register. Individual programs differ on details -- some request registration while others require it, some specify a maximum trial period. With registra tion, you get anything from the simple right to continue using the software to an updated program with printed manual. Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software, and the copyright holder retains all rights, with a few specific exceptions as stated below. Shareware authors are accomplished programmers, just like commercial authors, and the programs are of comparable quality. (In both cases, there are good programs 3 and bad ones!) The main difference is in the method of distribu tion. The author specifically grants the right to copy and dis tribute the software, either to all and sundry or to a specific group. For example, some authors require written permission before a commercial disk vendor may copy their Shareware. Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. You should find software that suits your needs and pocketbook, wheth er it's commercial or Shareware. The Shareware system makes fitting your needs easier, because you can try before you buy. And because the overhead is low, prices are low also. Shareware has the ultimate money-back guarantee -- if you don't use the product, you don't pay for it. A Note From The Author --- -------------------------- Software doesn't have to be expensive. ONLY YOU can make it affordable to everyone. We are dedicated to bringing you the best software programs and games at the lowest prices possible. We believe software should be affordable to everyone. Hundreds of hours have gone into this program for your enjoyment. Without your support, all of this time is just a waste. You may see this game in software libraries or on BBS's and order it. Please remember that I receive absolutely NO money or royal ties from these places. They simply collect, manage and distrib ute software, and that is what your disk payment is for. The only way I can afford to keep placing software of this quality in shareware is to have YOUR support. If you enjoy this game, please help us by registering your copy today. My family and I depend FULLY on the support of honest users who register the software I create. I know you won't let us down because, we have faith in you and the shareware system. Believe me, your registration fee does count. Thank you for your support, Rob L. Whisonant REGISTERING -or- DOING THE RIGHT THING ---------------------------------------------------------------- If we all work together in harmony, software prices can be rea sonable and affordable to everyone. There are many benefits to registering and reasons why you should register the programs that you enjoy and use. You will find information on the benefits of registering and how to register in the following sections. Please read these sections over and please do the right thing. Benefits of Registering --- --------------------------- There are many benefits to registering your copy of The Alcor 4 Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I). Some of the many benefits are listed below. -Registered users receive FREE UNLIMITED technical support (A RARITY in these days). -You will receive a disk or disks containing the most current version of the program when you register. The registered version does not contain any shareware reminder screens or delay screens! -You will receive update notices on any future releases of The Alcor Trivia Pro and other Alcor Group, Inc. software releases. -You will be automatically notified of any address or telephone changes that occur as our company grows. -You will receive a FREE trial membership to our popular Games & Software Newsletter. -You will be eligible for any of our many contests that we hold or sponsor. Money and/or prizes will be awarded to the winners. -You will have access to our exclusive Members-Only Club and the many benefits that come with it. -You will gain access to our private BBS for downloading upgrades and new programs as they happen. We also sponsor many on-line games and conferences. -You will receive a BONUS disk containing; -A list of all Star Trek episodes, air dates and production num bers. -A List of all characters that appeared in the Star Trek series along with the actors name and episodes that they appeared in. -You will receive a SECRET CODE that will allow you to answer all of the questions correctly. You will never lose a game again! Or just use the SECRET CODE to practice and answer only the really tough questions for your own enjoyment. -You will be eligible to receive discounts on any software pro duced or distributed by The Alcor Group, Inc. -You will have access to our exclusive trivia of the month club and the many benefits that come with it. -You will have the opportunity to become a marketer/dealer/BBS uploader for our product line. This could add a substantial additional income to your present income, with little work in volved on your part. Marketing disks are coded so when an order is processed, the person that marketed the shareware copy or uploaded it to a BBS will receive a royalty check each month. 5 Files on the Distribution Disk(s) --- ------------------------------------- The following files are included with and make up the shareware version of The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I). The files listed below should be contained in any and all ar chived distribution files. If any of the files are missing, please contact us immediately. AGREAD.ME Important last minute information etc. AGST1.BAT The batch file used to start the program. AGST1A.EXE Opening screen executable program. AGST1B.EXE The main program. AGST1.OVL Overlay file used by the program. AGST1.HLP Help system file used by the main program. AGMANUAL.DOC The Alcor Trivia Pro manual. LICENSE.DOC The Alcor Trivia Pro license agreement. AGSYSOP.DOC Information & documentation for BBS Sysops. AGVENDOR.DOC Information for shareware disk vendors. AGORDER.DOC Ordering information and order forms. A short text describing The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) follows: Program: The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) Version: 1.0B Release Date: March 29, 1992 Preferred BBS or Catalog File Name: AGST1.ZIP Keywords: ALCOR, TRIVIA, STAR TREK, GAME, TV, SCIENCE FICTION Author: Rob L. Whisonant Descriptions: 1 LINE: Alcor Trivia Pro Classic STAR TREK '92 2 LINE: Alcor Trivia Pro Classic STAR TREK '92. multi-player, hints, save & restore, handicaps, hall of fame, user configurable! FULL: It's all here! In the ultimate STAR TREK trivia game that makes all the others obsolete. A MUST for every STAR TREK fan. Packed with surprises around every corner. Check these super features! One to Ten players or teams, THREE distinct types of game play, hints feature, allows player handicapping, hall of fame, save & restore multiple games, and completely user CONFIGURABLE! Addicting & Entertaining... 6 The following files are created by The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I) as they are needed by the program. Do not include any of the files listed below in an archive that you pass along. AGST1HF.DAT Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HF.NDX Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HF1.NDX Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HO.DAT Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HO.NDX Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HO1.NDX Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HM.DAT Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HM.NDX Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1HM1.NDX Hall of Fame Data File used by the program. AGST1SN.DAT Save file for number of questions game. AGST1SN.NDX Save file for number of questions game. AGST1SM.DAT Save file for number of misses game. AGST1SM.NDX Save file for number of misses game. AGST1SC.DAT Save file for casino style game. AGST1SC.NDX Save file for casino style game. AGST1.DEF System default file. AGST1.DEN System default file. AGST1.COL System default color file. AGST1.CON System default color file. Contacting the Author --- ------------------------- The biggest complaint I hear about shareware programs is that authors of programs move or change their telephone number and users are not able to locate them for technical support. We have come up with a method so you can locate us several years from now, no matter how many times we may move or change tele phone numbers as our company grows. The address below will be good until the year 2000. Arrangements have been made with a mailing agent to monitor this address and forward any and all correspondence and orders to us. This address is: The Alcor Group, Inc. P.O. Box 966 Goose Creek, SC 29445 If you are viewing this file after the year 2000, you have re ceived an evaluation copy that is extremely out of date. Please locate a new copy of The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek Star- Log I from any major BBS or shareware distributor. Our current telephone number at the time of this release is: 1-803-569-2241 7 If we cannot be reached at this number, please write to the address shown above to obtain our new telephone number. Always send product orders to the P.O. Box address, this will guarantee that we will receive the order. Registered users will always be sent change of address and tele phone number notification. If you move after you have registered your copy of The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek Star-Log I, please contact us so that we can maintain your current address. A lot of times, an authors current address can be obtained from shareware vendors. If all else fails, find a vendor who distrib utes the software and contact them. They may be able to help you. We hope that this idea will be adopted by other shareware au thors. We think it's a great idea. The best way to continue from here is to print out the manual with a DOS command like: copy AGMANUAL.DOC prn Thank you for trying out The Alcor Trivia Pro Classic Star Trek (Star-Log I). Rob L. Whisonant 8