
                                    ARS
                      Automatic Retrieval Software (tm)                 
                                    from
                     NATIONAL SHAREWARE LIBRARY, Inc (tm)
                               copyright 1993                            
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Automatic Retrieval Software (tm) or ARS provides automatic access to
tens of thousands of program written by thousands of authors from
national archives of shareware, public domain, and freeware programs.

INTERFACE:
Easy to use graphical or text mousable DOS & WINDOWS interface
Shared program files in DOS and Windows versions
Hoykeys and toolbar options for menu selections

CATALOGS:
Offline file searches and requests for maximum cost savings
User selectable catalogs from 100+ categories
Access to all catalogs and catalog updates upon registration (FREE!)
Automatic updates of selected catalogs
Automatic updates of top 100 list
Extensive search capabilities by:
 viewing catalogs lists
 keyword searches
 topic (text) searches
 date range
 filename
Request file by name (even without appropriate catalog)
Verbose (long) descriptions requestable

FILE TRANSFERS:
All data lines support MNP-5, v.42, v.42bis, v.32, v.32bis, HST 16.8
Throughput to 57,600 bps, all numbers 24hrs/day 7 days/week
Support for v.34 (v.fast) when available
Automated login without scripts, passwords, or lengthy bulletins
Dependable unattended transfer of files
Fastest possible transfers of data
Option to do immediate request or do automatic timed retrieval
Previously received files are tagged to avoid duplicate requests

MISC:
Automatic program updates
Special offers available
Low cost annual subscription
Automatic credit card processing for subscriptions/special offers
Ability to review shareware
Configuration options
        Auto configuration of modem from a list
        Optional custom modem installation
        Configurable cost estimations/flags
Log file available for external processing
Built in electronic mail for support
Online, BBS, voice, and fax technical support

