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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.
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900 megabytes of software you can have immediate access to.
Easy to use, all you have to do is insert the disc and type 'INSTALL' at
the DOS prompt. We've included all the tools you need for fast easy
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System Requirements:
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a graphics monitor (Hercules/EGA/VGA/SVGA). A mouse is optional.
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program you want and review it to be sure, without ever having to run it
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System Requirements:
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Microsoft MS-DOS CD ROM extensions.
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for less than a dime each!
Over 250 of the games can be played directly from the CD without copying
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Outside the U.S.A. call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer in
your country.
INSTALL.TXT
WINWHEEL INSTALL.DOC
Installation Instructions
WINWHEEL is provided in archived form. You must unarchive the
files to your hard drive. The INSTALL program will unarchive files
where necessary.
Since WINWHEEL is a Windows application, it is installed similar to
other Windows application. You may wish to review the procedure by
referring to your Windows User's Guide, pp.87-96.
The included INSTALL.BAT program must be used to copy the program files to
your hard drive. The syntax used is "INSTALL C:". A subdirectory called
WINWHEEL will be created on the C: drive and the game files will be copied
into it. Alternately, you may install the program manually using the
instructions below. With either installation method and Windows 3.0,
it is necessary for the user to copy the SOUND.DRV file as explained below!
Install WINWHEEL by first making a directory on your hard drive called
WINWHEEL.
MD C:\WINWHEEL
You may choose a different hard drive other than the C: drive if you wish.
Then copy the following files into this directory. You must have already
unzipped the distribution file into another directory onto your hard drive.
The files are:
CHAMP.DAT Data for Top Ten Wheelers
EDITWHEE.EXE Data Editor for WINWHEEL.DAT
EDITWHEE.PIF PIF file for data editor. Must be edited for path
SPIN.DAT Data For Money Values on Wheel
VBRUN100.DLL* The Run-Time Module
for Visual Basic Applications.
VBTOOLS.VBX VBTOOLS Run-Time Module
for Visual BASIC Applications
WINWHEEL.DAT Data File of Puzzles
WINWHEEL.DOC Information file on WINWHEEL
and the Shareware Concept
WINWHEEL.EXE The WINWHEEL executable file
There is a bug in the SOUND.DRV file that comes with Windows V.3.0.
The bug causes all sounds to be played slowly, ignoring any tempo commands in
programs. A replacement file is provided here which must be copied to your
\WINDOWS\SYSTEM subdirectory in order for the sounds to work properly. This
file is provided by Micro Help Inc. If you have previously been using
the shareware version 1.20 of WINWHEEL, then you should already have received
the new SOUND.DRV file and copied it to the \WINDOWS\SYSTEM subdirectory.
If you have Windows 3.1, DO NOT copy the SOUND.DRV file!
You must choose into which program group you wish to install WINWHEEL. You
may create a program group by selecting Files, New, Group in Program Manager.
You may have already created a GAMES group for all of your games. Select this
group by clicking on it with your mouse. Now in the PROGRAM MANAGER, Select
File, NEW, Program Item, OK. Type in WINWHEEL for the Description; and for
the Command Line, type in the path and file name, including the drive, where
the WINWHEEL files reside. Now select OK. (i.e. C:\WINWHEEL\WINWHEEL.EXE).
Run the PIF editor in Windows and load the WINWHEE.PIF file. Change the
path to the path where you have placed the WINWHEEL files. Save the file and
quit the PIF editor.
To run WINWHEEL, just double-click the mouse on the WINWHEEL icon, and
enjoy.
Note that WINWHEEL is Shareware and not freeware. If you continue to
use WINWHEEL then you are obligated to register it. Registration
information is contained in the menu within the game. If you have already
registered, then the author Thanks You for supporting the shareware concept of
software distribution.
*Note about VBRUN100.DLL. This is the run-time dynamic link library
required by programs written with Microsoft Visual Basic. If you have
other programs written in this language, you will save disk space by
moving this file into your Windows directory, since only one copy of
this file is required, and the Windows subdirectory is in the path
statement of your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. The file VBTOOLS.VBX is another
run-time module which may be used by other Visual Basic programs, and
may also be moved to your Windows subdirectory. If you acquired WINWHEEL
from an electronic Bulletin Board, a Shareware disk vendor, or from
Compuserve, and did not get the VBRUN100.DLL file, then you must get it in
order for WINWHEEL to run. On Compuserve, GO MSBASIC and download the file
VBRUN.ZIP from library 5. Or contact your disk vendor for the file. Or you
may request it from the author at the registration address. Include $2.00
for shipping and handling.
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 3500 titles divided into 120 logical categories.
Every program we add to the library is thoroughly reviewed and tested to
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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
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If you can't find the software you need in PC-SIG's library, it may well
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To order the latest in Shareware, in the U.S.A: Call (800) 245-6717
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SHAREMAG.TXT
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DESCRIBE.DOC
WINWHEEL is a shareware "Wheel of Fortune"/hangman type word game
for IBM compatible computers requiring VGA, mouse, and Microsoft Windows.
The game features: a colorful wheel, 1-3 players, 5 rounds of play, a sound
on/off toggle option, automatic win after all the letters have been bought
and guessed, a high score table for the top ten WHEELERS, and a data editor
to add/delete/modify puzzles. Registered owners ($19 U.S. funds) receive
the author's database of over 11,900 puzzles. The author is a member of the
Association of Shareware Professionals.
HISTORY.DOC
V.1.00 (06/09/91)
1) Initial release on Compuserve only.
V.1.10 (06/15/91)
1) Fixed bug in high-score table. Wasn't sorting properly.
V.1.10a (06/21/91)
1) Added radio buttons at edge of wheel segments for added effect.
V.1.20 (07/24/91)
1) Sound support added using VBTOOLS.
2) Wheel slows down as it spins.
3) Longer spins.
V.1.30 (03/02/92)
1) Sound Stopped after pressing OK when viewing Top Ten Wheelers.
2) Sound stopped after pressing WINWHEEL button at center of Wheel
preventing run-on from previous actions.
3) Changed random number selection of next puzzle to try and prevent
duplicate puzzles.
4) Fixed 'slash' character next to radio buttons on Wheel.
5) Fixed WINWHEEL not being released fully from memory.
V.1.40 (03/15/92)
1) Fixed Use Free Spin after Lose Turn and Bankrupt.
2) Disable Spin button after Lose Turn or Bankrupt. It was possible
to click fast and spin the wheel before the dialog box appeared.
3) Cleared Free Spins after completing game and starting new game.
4) Added Data Editor
INSTALL.DOC
WINWHEEL INSTALL.DOC
Installation Instructions
WINWHEEL is provided in archived form. You must unarchive the
files to your hard drive. The INSTALL program will unarchive files
where necessary.
Since WINWHEEL is a Windows application, it is installed similar to
other Windows application. You may wish to review the procedure by
referring to your Windows User's Guide, pp.87-96.
The included INSTALL.BAT program must be used to copy the program files to
your hard drive. The syntax used is "INSTALL C:". A subdirectory called
WINWHEEL will be created on the C: drive and the game files will be copied
into it. Alternately, you may install the program manually using the
instructions below. With either installation method and Windows 3.0,
it is necessary for the user to copy the SOUND.DRV file as explained below!
Install WINWHEEL by first making a directory on your hard drive called
WINWHEEL.
MD C:\WINWHEEL
You may choose a different hard drive other than the C: drive if you wish.
Then copy the following files into this directory. You must have already
unzipped the distribution file into another directory onto your hard drive.
The files are:
CHAMP.DAT Data for Top Ten Wheelers
EDITWHEE.EXE Data Editor for WINWHEEL.DAT
EDITWHEE.PIF PIF file for data editor. Must be edited for path
SPIN.DAT Data For Money Values on Wheel
VBRUN100.DLL* The Run-Time Module
for Visual Basic Applications.
VBTOOLS.VBX VBTOOLS Run-Time Module
for Visual BASIC Applications
WINWHEEL.DAT Data File of Puzzles
WINWHEEL.DOC Information file on WINWHEEL
and the Shareware Concept
WINWHEEL.EXE The WINWHEEL executable file
There is a bug in the SOUND.DRV file that comes with Windows V.3.0.
The bug causes all sounds to be played slowly, ignoring any tempo commands in
programs. A replacement file is provided here which must be copied to your
\WINDOWS\SYSTEM subdirectory in order for the sounds to work properly. This
file is provided by Micro Help Inc. If you have previously been using
the shareware version 1.20 of WINWHEEL, then you should already have received
the new SOUND.DRV file and copied it to the \WINDOWS\SYSTEM subdirectory.
If you have Windows 3.1, DO NOT copy the SOUND.DRV file!
You must choose into which program group you wish to install WINWHEEL. You
may create a program group by selecting Files, New, Group in Program Manager.
You may have already created a GAMES group for all of your games. Select this
group by clicking on it with your mouse. Now in the PROGRAM MANAGER, Select
File, NEW, Program Item, OK. Type in WINWHEEL for the Description; and for
the Command Line, type in the path and file name, including the drive, where
the WINWHEEL files reside. Now select OK. (i.e. C:\WINWHEEL\WINWHEEL.EXE).
Run the PIF editor in Windows and load the WINWHEE.PIF file. Change the
path to the path where you have placed the WINWHEEL files. Save the file and
quit the PIF editor.
To run WINWHEEL, just double-click the mouse on the WINWHEEL icon, and
enjoy.
Note that WINWHEEL is Shareware and not freeware. If you continue to
use WINWHEEL then you are obligated to register it. Registration
information is contained in the menu within the game. If you have already
registered, then the author Thanks You for supporting the shareware concept of
software distribution.
*Note about VBRUN100.DLL. This is the run-time dynamic link library
required by programs written with Microsoft Visual Basic. If you have
other programs written in this language, you will save disk space by
moving this file into your Windows directory, since only one copy of
this file is required, and the Windows subdirectory is in the path
statement of your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. The file VBTOOLS.VBX is another
run-time module which may be used by other Visual Basic programs, and
may also be moved to your Windows subdirectory. If you acquired WINWHEEL
from an electronic Bulletin Board, a Shareware disk vendor, or from
Compuserve, and did not get the VBRUN100.DLL file, then you must get it in
order for WINWHEEL to run. On Compuserve, GO MSBASIC and download the file
VBRUN.ZIP from library 5. Or contact your disk vendor for the file. Or you
may request it from the author at the registration address. Include $2.00
for shipping and handling.
SOUND.DOC
SOUND.DRV is a replacement for the file which comes with Windows V.3.0 and
V.3.0a. The old versions of SOUND.DRV contain a bug which may cause some
programs with sound to play the sound slowly or at the wrong speed. Copy
the new file to your \WINWHEEL\SYSTEM subdirectory.
DO NOT use if you have WINDOWS 3.1 or later!
VBRUN.DOC
VBRUN.ZIP contains VBRUN100.DLL & VBTOOLS.VBX Visual Basic run-time
modules. They are required to be in the user's path in order to run
Visual Basic applications, such as WINWHEEL. It is suggested that these
files be copied to the user's WINDOWS subdirectory, since the WINDOWS
subdirectory will be in the user's path statement in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
VENDOR.DOC
Dear BBS SYSOP/Shareware Librarian
Welcome to WINWHEEL V.1.40 for Microsoft Windows 3.X
This word guessing game was written by a member of the Association of
Shareware Professionals.
The small distribution version (1000 puzzles) of the game is supplied
here in archived form. The full version is also available for distribution
directly from the author. See details below. There are additional files
included here which sysops/librarians may wish to keep separate. These
files are common to other programs written in Microsoft Visual Basic.
VBRUN100.DLL is the Microsoft run-time module. VBTOOLS.VBX is the
MicroHelp, Inc. run-time module (only required when the author has used
this add-on in his programming (WINWHEEL). SOUND.DRV is a replacement for
the sound driver in the \WINDOWS\SYSTEM subdirectory. The sound driver
which comes with Windows V.3.0 and V.3.0a contains a bug which may cause
sound and music to play slowly, rather than at the tempo which the author
has programmed. Windows 3.1 does not require the replacement SOUND.DRV.
The author suggests that all files except VBRUN100.DLL be
kept on one floppy disk in a disk vendor's library. This may not be
practical for a BBS. It is suggested that VBRUN100.DLL be archived
(VBRUN.ZIP) separately.
The enclosed archive contains 10 files: CHAMP.DAT
EDITWHEE.EXE
EDITWHEE.PIF
HISTORY.DOC
INSTALL.DOC
SOUND.DOC
SOUND.DRV
SPIN.DAT
VBTOOLS.VBX
WINWHEEL.DAT
WINWHEEL.DOC
WINWHEEL.EXE
WINWHEEL may be distributed on BBS's and by Shareware distribution
companies. ASP vendor members have automatic rights to distribute these
programs. Other BBS sysops and shareware librarians must write to the
author for distribution rights. All disk vendors may request the full
distribution version containing over 11,900 puzzles (300 Kbytes without the
VBRUN100.DLL file) for a nominal fee of $5.00 to cover shipping and
handling.
I retain all copyrights to the programs. The 10 files in the ZIP may
not be modified in any way and must be distributed together. VBRUN100.DLL
may be placed in a separate file on a BBS. The file WINWHEEL.ZIP may be
distributed separately from the VBRUN file, as long as it is made clear to
the customer (either in a catalog listing, or in a file description on a
BBS) that the file VBRUN100.DLL is also required. Distribution fees may
not exceed $5.00 per copy. BBS's may not charge any download fee except
for normal connect charges. The 10 files in the ZIP may be re-archived to
be consistent with your distribution system.
- Russ Mueller
507 Washington Gdns
Washington, NJ 07882-9205
U.S.A.
WINWHEEL.DOC
WINWHEEL Documentation
V.1.4 (03-15-92)
Requires VGA Card, Mouse, and Microsoft Windows 3
Copyright 1991-1992 by Russell Mueller
Member of the Association of Shareware Professionals
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This program requires the file VBRUN100.DLL. If you did not get it
with WINWHEEL, then please contact your shareware vendor. Or you
may download it from Compuserve. It is in the file VBRUN.ZIP in
the MSBASIC forum in the Visual Basic library (lib #5). Alternately,
contact the author at the address below. There is a $2.00 shipping
and handling charge.
DEFINITION OF SHAREWARE
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
registration of WINWHEEL, you get the most recent revision of
the program with over 11,900 puzzles.
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
and bad ones!) The main difference is in the method of
distribution. The author specifically grants the right to copy
and distribute 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,
whether 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.
DISCLAIMER - AGREEMENT
Users of WINWHEEL must accept this disclaimer of warranty:
"WINWHEEL is supplied as is. The author disclaims all
warranties, expressed or implied, including, without limitation,
the warranties of merchantability and of fitness for any purpose.
The author assumes no liability for damages, direct or conse-
quential, which may result from the use of WINWHEEL."
There is a known problem with WINWHEEL and some other Windows
programs when used at resolutions higher than standard VGA (640 X480)
on graphic cards using the Tseng video chipset. The Orchid ProDesigner II
and SpeedStar cards are known to have this problem. The buttons will be
improperly placed on the screen. This is caused by using a non-standard
font-size in Windows. Portions of the Windows screen are sized and
positioned proportional to the font size. Some video drivers have options
for using a large font in the higher resolutions. This will cause the
buttons and some text to be improperly positioned on the screen. The
solution at this time is to get new Windows video drivers for your
Super VGA card which will select the correct font. There are replacement
drivers on Compuserve for the Tseng ET4000 cards (Orchid Prodesigner, and
Diamond SpeedSTAR cards, among others).
WINWHEEL V.1.4 is a "shareware program" and is provided at no charge
to the user for evaluation. Feel free to share it with your
friends, but please do not give it away altered or as part of
another system. The essence of "user-supported" software is to
provide personal computer users with quality software without
high prices, and yet to provide incentive for programmers to
continue to develop new products. If you find this program
useful and find that you are using WINWHEEL and continue to use
WINWHEEL after a reasonable trial period, you must make a reg-
istration payment of $19.00 to Russell Mueller. The $19.00
registration fee will license one copy for use on any one
computer at any one time. You must treat this software just like
a book. An example is that this software may be used by any
number of people and may be freely moved from one computer
location to another, so long as there is no possibility of it
being used at one location while it's being used at another.
Just as a book cannot be read by two different persons at the
same time.
Commercial users of WINWHEEL must register and pay for their
copies of WINWHEEL within 30 days of first use or their license
is withdrawn. Site-License arrangements may be made by contacting
Russell Mueller at the address below.
Anyone distributing WINWHEEL for any kind of remuneration must
first contact Russell Mueller at the address below for authorization.
You are encouraged to pass a copy of WINWHEEL V.1.4 along to your
friends for evaluation. Please encourage them to register their
copy if they find that they can use it. All registered users
will receive a copy of the latest version of the WINWHEEL
system, software support via mail, and free upgrades/fixes for 90 days
from date of registration.
WINWHEEL, EGAWHEEL, and VGAWHEEL have been found to be useful to educators
at all levels. These programs are being used for improving language skills
in the English language. EGAWHEEL and VGAWHEEL are DOS programs nearly
identical to WINWHEEL, without the requirement for Microsoft Windows or a
mouse. Thy also contain a built-in editor which may be used to create a
custom database of puzzles for education and entertainment. Please contact
the author for a site-license agreement with quantity discount.
***ASP Ombudsman Policy*****************************************************
"This program is produced by a member of the Association of Shareware
Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle
works for you. If you are unable to resolve a shareware-related problem with
an ASP member by contacting the member directly, ASP may be able to help.
The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP
member, but does not provide technical support for members' products. Please
write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442
or send a Compuserve message via Compuserve Mail to ASP Ombudsman
70007,3536."
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Beware, younger children may not fully understand the
rules and are prone to fighting when one player monopolizes
the Wheel.
Players outside the U.S. may not recognize some of the
puzzles, especially those which pertain to U.S. television celebrities or
programs. I do not have a database which is specific to the world market.
I have included a program EDITWHEE.EXE which is a DOS program to edit the
puzzles and create a new CHAMP.DAT file, should the original become corrupted
or if you wish to start a new Top Ten WHEELERS list. Run it from the DOS
prompt, from the Edit option on the menu line, or add it to your games group.
You can add it to a group by using the Program Manager, "File-New-Browse" and
add the EDITWHEE.PIF file in the Command Line.
ATTENTION EGA & VGA owners with DOS systems.
EGAWHEEL V.17.0S(Shareware with 1000 puzzles) $ 3.00*
EGAWHEEL V.17.00(Shareware with over 12,000 puzzles) $10.00*
VGAWHEEL V.1.7S (Shareware with 1000 puzzles) $ 3.00*
VGAWHEEL V.1.70 (Shareware with over 12,000 puzzles) $10.00*
WINWHEEL V.1.40 (Shareware with 1000 puzzles) $ 3.00*
WINWHEEL V.1.40 (Shareware with over 12,000 puzzles) $19.00*
* U.S. funds only. Non-U.S. customers please use International Postal Order
Enjoy!--
Russell Mueller
507 Washington Gardens
Washington, NJ 07882-9205
U.S.A
Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #3709
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
WINWHEEL ZIP 135179 5-19-93 1:31p
INSTALL TXT 4466 3-15-92 10:05p
SIGORDER TXT 3090 3-10-93 3:22p
GO-FORM DAT 3090 3-10-93 3:22p
GO EXE 26022 1-10-92 12:14p
PKUNZIP EXE 29378 2-01-93 2:04a
PCSIG TXT 2335 2-10-93 8:50a
SHAREMAG TXT 1837 1-21-92 6:11a
CDROM TXT 4874 3-18-93 1:28p
GO-STRT DAT 540 5-19-93 2:09p
10 file(s) 210811 bytes
105472 bytes free