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DEMSCEN.TXT
FIRST BATTLE
The objective of this First
Battle scenario, is to
destroy all the opposing force
units before the opposing
force destroys all of the
unit you control.
There are BLUE and RED units
in this scenario, which mostly
conform to the technology of
warfare found in 20th century
planet Earth armies. There
are Main Battle Tanks, Recon
Tanks, AFVs (Armored Fighting
Vehicles), MLRSs (Multiple
Launch Rocket System), Attack
and Transport Helicopters and
Ground Support Jet Aircraft.
And of course, squads of
armed troops (Mech Squad).
The battlefield is a world of
several islands in a planet
covering ocean. The BLUE
forces are occupying the north
east island, called Northland.
The RED units have landed two
tanks on Northland in an
attempt to take control of the
island from the BLUE forces.
BLUE Air support is available
from the BLUE base on the
island of Centerland, which
is in the center of this
planet's ocean.
RED Air support and assault
infantry are available from
the RED base on the isle of
Homeland, which is due east
of Northland.
The scenario lasts for 10 turns.
CDROM.TXT
T h e P C - S I G L i b r a r y o n C D - R O M
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This may well be the greatest collection of software ever compiled.
The PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM is our premier collection of the entire
PC-SIG library. It has over 3000 different, and complete applications
for your every need. Every shareware program we have is on one disc;
over 700 megabytes (unzipped) of software you can have immediate access
to.
Easy to use, all you have to do is insert the disc and type 'GO' at the
DOS prompt. We've included all the tools you need for fast easy access
to the programs and their descriptions.
Whether you're interested in Accounting or Windows, there's a shareware
program for you on the PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM.
Winner of the Optical Publishing Assn's Best Consumer Product Award.
Shareware for every imaginable need: Accounting Chemistry Educational
Engineering Games Hypertext Networks Programming Spreadsheets Utilities
Word Processing
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PC-SIG UPDATES PC-SIG LIBRARY ON CD-ROM
For Immediate Release
PC-SIG LIBRARY ON CD-ROM UPDATED TO INCLUDE A NEW USER INTERFACE AND MORE
THAN 800 MB OF PROGRAMS June 21, 1992, SUNNYVALE, CALIF. - PC-SIG, Inc.
today announced availability of The Eleventh Edition of the PC-SIG Library
on CD-ROM. The PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM contains over 800 megabytes of
shareware and includes more than 300 new programs, 550 updated programs,
and the addition of 75 megabytes of Windows 3.x shareware. The
user-interface has been completely re-engineered to take advantage of the
HyperWriter! hypermedia and multimedia authoring system from NTERGAID, Inc.
The implementation of HyperWriter! provides significant performance and
ease of use enhancements. Programs can access and download much faster
than with previous editions. Programs have been reorganized and indexed
for better referencing. Users just c lick with a mouse, or point with the
cursor, on a program name to see a complete description of the program.
Downloading or copying a program is handled automatically by HyperWriter!
Addition of a preview option is especially important for anyone who uses
images, icons, or fonts. "You can preview the whole library of images to
find the right one," according to Bruce Kent, product development manager.
"This CD finally makes it possi ble to conserve your disk space and paper,
yet still have all the information you need to make an informed decision,"
said Kent.
All new and updated programs have been reviewed and tested by PC-SIG. Every
program goes through extensive virus checking using the most recent version
of VIRUSCAN from McAfee Associates, and other anti-virus software.
According to Kent, "In the ten ye ars we've distributed shareware, we have
never had a confirmed report of a virus on any of our distributed programs
or CD-ROMs."
The PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM, Eleventh Edition has a list price of $179.
Upgrades from previous editions are available for $99.
Users of PC-SIG's Essential Home & Business Collection CD-ROM can upgrade
for $120.
PC-SIG CD-ROMs are distributed worldwide through a network of distributors
and resellers. Based in Sunnyvale, Calif., PC-SIG, Inc. markets and
supports one of the world's largest collections of shareware for IBM PCs
and compatible systems. PC-SIG also publishes Shareware Magazine, which is
devoted solely to shareware. The magazine is availa ble by subscription
and on newsstands nationwide.
System Requirements:
IBM PC/XT/AT PS/2 or compatible with 640K memory, DOS 3.1 or higher and
Microsoft MS-DOS CD ROM extensions, and a hard drive. Microsoft compatible
mouse supported and VGA highly recommended.
To Order in the U.S.A.: Call 800-245-6717 and ask for Customer Service.
Outside the U.S.A. call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer in
your country.
PCSIG.TXT
P C - S I G
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Welcome to the world of Shareware, state of the art software you can
actually try before you buy.
Shareware, a term coined in the early eighties, refers to the method of
distribution chosen by the software authors. With shareware, you can
receive a program and put it through its paces without having to pay for
it. If you find the program useful, and choose to keep the program, then
you pay a modest registration fee to the author.
For the last nine years, PC-SIG has been providing shareware and public
domain software to its customers and members. Since 1982 PC-SIG has
developed an unprecedented library of shareware programs, constantly
updated, consistently strong in every category. Our library of
shareware contains over 2700 titles divided into 120 logical categories.
Every program we add to the library is thoroughly reviewed and tested to
insure that each one meets the high standards of reliability and value we
insist upon and you expect. As a result, our library doesn't contain
every shareware program available, just those that really work.
PC-SIG has grown into the premier distributor of shareware and and
shareware information by producing shareware collections on CD-ROM,
publishing an encyclopedia of shareware, and by publishing Shareware
Magazine, a bi-monthly magazine distributed world-wide.
Quality and support - guaranteed. All of our programs are guaranteed
virus free. We've isolated our systems and check every program
submitted to insure that no viruses make their way to your computer or
ours.
Our support staff is available by phone as well as on our BBS to help
you with questions about installation and operation of PC-SIG's
products.
Through our network of international distributors, PC- SIG strives to
bring you the most current, exciting, technically advanced software
available as shareware.
If you can't find the software you need in PC-SIG's library, it may well
not exist.
To order the latest in Shareware, in the U.S.A: Call (800) 245-6717
Outside the U.S.A. call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer in
your country.
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README.TXT
* * * SHAREWARE * * *
STARDATE 2140.2: BATTLES ON DISTANT PLANETS
Release 1.0 - January 28, 1992
DISTRIBUTION
STARDATE 2140.2: BATTLES ON DISTANT PLANETS (Battles) and all
additional scenarios are Copyright 1992 - Glacier Edge Technology
All Rights Reserved.
This basic game and First Battle scenario, included in "bdp.zip"
is distributed as shareware. Please make copies of bdp.zip,
and give to your friends or upload to other BBS. Only the basic
game and the First Battle scenario are shareware. All additional
scenarios and the licensed version of the game are not shareware.
Please copy or upload only bdp.zip and not the individual files.
This file which is included in bdp.zip, must be retained in
any copies distributed.
INSTALLATION
Battles is a Windows 3.0 application and must be installed
on a hard disk drive. You should copy the bdp.zip file to
a new directory, preferably called \BATTLES, before unzipping
the file.
Battles will expect to find it's initialization file, "bdp.ini",
in the default Windows directory, which is usually C:\WINDOWS.
You should copy the "bdp.ini" file to the default windows
directory.
Refer to your Windows 3.0 User's Guide for the procedure to
install the Battles application and icon in the program group
of your choice.
The User Manual is on-line, via the HELP menu item of the main
menu, and you should read it before attempting to play the game.
Also each scenario has both INFORMATION and HISTORY, which should
be read before attempting to play a scenario.
SOUND SUPPORT
Battles will provide sound support for the standard PC speaker
or for the SoundBlaster Sound Board, (at the time of this version,
the AdLib Sound Board was not available for Windows 3.0 support).
If you have the SoundBlaster Sound Board and you desire sound
support for Windows 3.0, you must also have the basic DLL for
the SoundBlaster. If you do not have this DLL, and are a
registered SoundBlaster user, you can contact:
Creative Labs, Inc.
2050 Duane Avenue
Santa Clara, CA. 95054
(408) 986-1461
and request a disk with the basic Windows SoundBlaster DLL for
the cost of postage. The DDL will also contain the necessary
changes you must make to your "win.ini" file for SoundBlaster.
If you wish to use the SoundBlaster support you should execute
the following command from the directory where you installed
the Battles game:
copy soundbd.ini C:\WINDOWS\bdp.ini
If your default Windows directory is one other than C:\WINDOWS,
you should indicate the appropriate disk\directory within the
above command.
SHAREWARE
If you are not ordering additional scenarios, but have enjoyed
STARDATE 2140.2: BATTLES ON DISTANT PLANETS: FIRST BATTLE,
please send $15.00 (US) to the Glacier Edge Technology address.
Those who develop SHAREWARE products need the support of the
users of the SHAREWARE products in order to continue developing
new SHAREWARE products for users to use. This particular product
took almost a year, full time, to develop and become available
for your enjoyment. Your support of this SHAREWARE product will
be greatly appreciated.
ORDERING ADDITIONAL SCENARIOS
Additional scenarios are currently available for licensing:
A Night on Rangor
Command a small Terran strike team of Anti-Grav
Transports and Assault Escorts, with Mobile Infantry,
on a mission to Rangor, 3rd moon of Taos IV, to capture
or destroy the dreaded Commodor Kroll of the buglike
Tior'on Wave. The Tior'on Patrol Skimmers and all
terrain Trackers will attempt to stop the Terrans.
Desert Counter Attack
Command the remnants of Terran Rangor Strike Force,
after the Rangor raid, who land on the planet Saudis,
a desert world, and make repairs in order to continue
onward to Terra. Unfortunately, the bugs find them
and the Terrans must fight off the Tior'ons.
The Princess
The beautiful Princess Yoi, daughter of Maden the
warlord of Aguilar, has been kidnapped by Ro'Der
of the evil Mercan Trog and is being held in his
starfort. An Aguilarian assault force of Warriors,
Warlords and Hebeast Calvery must rescue her.
Warriors and Warlords are deployed with magical
power armor, and the Hebeast fire breathe is great
for roasting the spitting Trogs. An intense, urban,
house-to-house and rescue tactical problem.
Netherworld
The evil Kar'dare are completing their new Helius Weapon,
which destroys stars. As the Kar'daren complex commander,
command the Slinker and Oker Mechs to defend the Helius.
As the Terran Assault Force commander you must locate the
base on the tropical planet Tara Lie and direct the Terran
Battle and Scout Mechs, with Hovercraft Transports and
Mech Infantry, to destroy the Helius before it can be
taken off planet.
These four scenarios can be obtained by sending a check or money
order for $40.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling ($43.00 US) to:
Glacier Edge Technology
4820 East Kentucky Ave. Suite E
Glendale, Co. 80222
You will receive disks with these four scenarios and the licensed
version of the game. Please indicate 5.25 inch disk or 3.5 inch
disk preference with your order.
The additional scenarios and the licensed version of the game
are not SHAREWARE, and may not be copied or distributed.
SCENARIOS UNDER DEVELOPMENT (for the licensed game only)
Air Assault Series
A series of scenarios deploying helicopter assault and
transport units, infantry squads, light attack vehicles
and tanks which can be air transported. While the units
will be of Earth, circa 1990-2000, these should be very
entertaining scenarios.
The Taukoen'en Theory
A Pauri Strike Force trys to locate and capture the
new star drive in development on the ice planet Ielow.
The star physicist, A'an, has assembled a ragtag lot
of warriors to defend the development center.
Rite of Passage
The Ts'wana Cadets, of the Tarwa Star Academy must
defend the facility from the Fildori Storm Troopers
which are teleporting in to destroy the computer center.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If you experience any problems with the game or scenarios, please
write down the configuration of your system, the scenario you were
playing, what you where trying to do when the problem occurred,
and a detailed description of the problem as best as you can,
and send it to the Glacier Edge Technology address. If possible
save the game (*.svg) and mail it on a disk or E-Mail it.
If you have any questions or comments about Battles, you can send
them to the Glacier Edge Technology address or if you prefer,
you can send E-Mail to:
GENie - E.DYBSAND
Compuserv - 70621,160
We hope you enjoy STARDATE 2140.2: BATTLES ON DISTANT PLANETS!
SHAREMAG.TXT
S H A R E W A R E M A G A Z I N E
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Shareware Magazine has distinguished itself as the only internationally
distributed periodical devoted to the use and business of shareware.
Shareware Magazine provides detailed reviews of new products,
hard-hitting comparisons of shareware programs with regular retail
software, and timely information about changes in the industry and the
latest technology.
Intriguing columnists and regular features add to the excitement. The
beginners section sheds light on new user's concerns regarding
everything from choosing the right operating system to alleviating the
intimidation of using on-line systems.
Educational sections focus on how low cost shareware can aid in
classroom learning, curriculum development, and as a forum for
discussing the impact of computers and technology in schools.
Graphics Gallery renders expert advice and suggestions on how to better
work with graphics, desktop publishing, CAD systems, and the Windows
environment.
Programmers benefit from others experience in developing new programs or
polishing existing ones as well as choosing the right programming
language.
And columnists provide that subjective component, sometimes
controversial, that calls for a closer look at the way we compute and
how shareware effects what we do.
Published bimonthly, Shareware Magazine is available on a subscription
or at your local newsstand or computer bookstore. In conjunction with
PC-SIG, there are special benefits for subscribers as well as
opportunities for discount purchases from PC-SIG.
To Order, in the U.S.A.: Call 800-245-6717 and ask Customer Service.
Outside the U.S.A. call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer in
your country.
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