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            dBCoin(TM)for Windows
                    VERSION 1.0
      DBCOIN.ZIP is suggested BBS name for this file
               Copyright 1992 by Mark L. Hetzel
      Mark L. Hetzel is the author of StampBase for Windows
              Phone:  (608)273-2739
                  CompuServe ID:  71371,731
      Mailing Address:  4466 Sentinel Pass, Madison, WI  53711

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dBCoin for Windows is a shareware software product.  DBCO1N.EXE is a
self-extracting file containing the compressed files required to use dBCoin
for Windows.  DBCO1N.EXE was created using the software program LHA (Copyright
1990-1991 by Haruyasu Yoshizaki).  Shareware distributors, dealers and BBSs
may
distribute copies of this program.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:  IBM PC or compatible 80286, 386 or 486 with 2 MB RAM, a
hard drive and Microsoft Windows 3.0 or higher.  Program supports mouse and
keyboard.

                             DETAILED DESCRIPTION

dBCoin for Windows is a coin collection inventory system designed for the
hobbyist.  Your coin collection information can be stored in one or more files
with each file containing an unlimited number of records.  Information about
each coin can include:  country, catalog number, type, denomination, mint
date, grade, purchase date, cost, market value and comments.

dBCoin provides intuitive data entry, edit and browse features.  Coin
information can be added, changed or deleted.  Use dBCoin's powerful query
feature to browse through the database.  All information is sorted and indexed
(except comments) to provide quick access.  Coin information can be displayed
on screen or in printed reports.

dBCoin is a Windows application.  The program will not work outside the
Windows operating system.

This is NOT free software.  This is NOT public domain software.  dBCoin for
Windows is a shareware software product.  You are expected to pay a $24.95
registration fee plus shipping and handling to the author if you find it
useful.  Registered users receive the latest version of the program, a printed
User's Guide, free technical support and notification of program updates and
upgrades.  A registration form is included in the program.

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                    FILES AVAILABLE AFTER UNPACKING PACKAGE
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README                  Basic information about program in ASCII text format.
DBCOIN.DOC              User's Guide in ASCII text format.
DBCOIN.EXE              dBCoin for Windows program.
VBRUN100.DLL            Visual Basic run time file.
CMDIALOG.VBX         Visual Basic run time file.
GRID.VBX             Visual Basic run time file.
ISAM.DLL                Isam data manager run time file.
ISAM.INI             Isam initialization file.
ISAMUDT.DLL             Isam data manager run time file.
BUFMNGR.EXE             Isam data manager run time file.
SAMPLE.DAT              Sample data.
SAMPLE.IDX              Sample data index file.
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                       INSTALLATION AND UNPACKING PROGRAM
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Copying DBCO1N.EXE to a hard drive is recommended before unpacking.  Window's
File Manager can be used to install the program.  Use the following procedure
after starting File Manager:

      1. Select Create Directory from the File menu.  Enter the directory name
         and location (if different then current drive).  (Example: \DBCOIN)

      2. Select source disk drive (A or B) containing DBCO1N.EXE.  Select
         DBCO1N.EXE from the list of files.  Select Copy from the File menu. 
         Enter new directory name created in #1 and press Enter.

      3. Select drive containing DBCO1N.EXE.  Select new directory created in
         #1.  Select DBCO1N.EXE and press Enter.

dBCoin will now be unpacked in the new directory.  Refer to the User's Guide
(DBCOIN.DOC) for instructions on adding dBCoin to an application group.  The
dBCoin icon will appear on the screen after the program is added to an
application group.

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                                TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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I have attempted to design dBCoin to be easy to use.  Still, I will be happy
to help you if you encounter a problem.  Contact me by one of the following
methods:

Telephone  (608) 273-2739

   Probably the best way to solve a problem.  It is easier to provide
   assistance when I can speak with you directly.  Call me during the
   following times:

      Monday - Friday  7 - 9 PM
      Saturday         9 AM - 4 PM

      All times are Central Standard Time.

   Please try to be in front of your computer with the program operating. 
   It is difficult to diagnose a software problem if you are not at the
   computer.

CompuServe

   ID number     71371,731

Write

   Send correspondence to:  Mark L. Hetzel, 4466 Sentinel Pass,
      Madison, WI  53711

   Any comments or suggestions you have dBCoin for Windows would be  
      appreciated.