PCjs Machines
Home of the original IBM PC emulator for browsers.
PC-SIG Diskette Library (Disk #3746)
[PCjs Machine "ibm5170"]
Waiting for machine "ibm5170" to load....
ACCTMAN.TXT
(This is a text-only version of the Account Manager user manual.)
Account Manager
version 1.2
WinnoVation
Innovation through Windows...
(C) Copyright 1993
Winnovation
PO Box 271071
Ft. Collins, CO 80527-1071
USA
Telephone: (303) 484-7204
E-mail: CompuServe: 71774,605
Internet: 71774.605@compuserve.com
Introduction
------------
Account Manager is a tool designed for people who must keep
track of how much time they spend on different projects or
accounts. Examples of such uses are...
* A person who charges their time to several different
projects
* Someone who bills to multiple clients
* An entrepreneur who must keep records of business vs.
personal use of a computer for tax purposes
* And many more!
To use Account Manager, you "punch in" to each project or
account as you begin working on it, and "punch out" when you
are done. At the end of the week, or whenever you need a
report of how your time was spent, Account Manager will
generate a report, showing your time in varying levels of
detail.
Account Manager also has a convenient feature to make it
even easier to use. After your list of projects has been
entered, you can click on the Account Manager icon with the
right mouse button to get the Quick Access List. This list
shows all of the projects in your list, and makes it very
easy and convenient to punch in and out of them.
For even greater flexibility and convenience, Account
Manager can automatically punch in or out of a project or
activate itself when certain user-specified applications are
started. You may never have to punch in or out manually!
For those occasions when you must exit Windows for whatever
reason, Account Manager includes a DOS command-line
interface so you can punch in/out from DOS.
Note that Account Manager requires Windows 3.1.
Packing List
------------
Your package should include the following:
This manual
Distribution disk
License statement
The following files should be present in the distribution
disk:
ACCTMAN.EXE Account Manager starter
$AM.EXE Account Manager program
ACCTDLL.DLL Account Mgr. support library
ACCTMAN.HLP On-line help file
DOSACCT.EXE DOS command-line interface
ACCTMAN.TXT Documentation text file
If any files are missing, please contact Winnovation.
Installation
------------
Important: You must make sure no other copies of Account
Manager are running when you install this version.
First, make sure that no other copies of Account Manager are
currently running. Then simply copy all of the files from
the Account Manager distribution disk to a directory such as
C:\ACCTMAN. To do this from a DOS prompt, type the
following (assuming your floppy drive is A: and your hard
disk is C:):
MKDIR C:\ACCTMAN
COPY A:\*.* C:\ACCTMAN
After the files are copied, add Account Manager to a Program
Manager group. To do this, find ACCTMAN.EXE with the File
Manager and drag it to the group you want in the Program
Manager. To run Account Manager every time you start
Windows, add Account Manager to the Startup group in Program
Manager. See your Windows manual if you are unsure about
how to do any of these steps.
Upgrading from an older version
-------------------------------
If you are upgrading to Account Manager 1.2 from an older
version, you should make a backup copy of your project list
and database files. The file formats that this version uses
are different from the previous versions, and the files will
be converted immediately to the new format when Account
Manager 1.2 starts.
Registration
------------
When Account Manager is first started, you will see a
registration reminder screen. Click the Register... button
and you will see the following registration screen:
Enter your name EXACTLY as shown on your license statement,
and enter your serial number and registration code (also
found on the license statement).
Getting Started
---------------
This section is intended as a general overview to using
Account Manager. For more detail, please refer to the
reference section. Please note that the words "project" and
"account" are used interchangeably within this manual.
When you start Account Manager, you will see a screen
similar to the following:
The large space on the left side is the project list. You
should enter each project or account that you work on in to
this list. To do this, you should click on the top portion
of the list (you will then see a flashing cursor there),
type the name of the project, and click the Add button.
When you do this, you will notice that the project has been
added to the list. Repeat this step for each project that
you want to enter.
For each project that you enter, you may select whether or
not Account Manager should prompt for a comment when
punching in to that project. A comment is simply additional
information to help you track your time with more detail
(see the Comments section in this manual for more
information).
After all of the projects have been entered, you may punch
in to one. To punch in to a project, select the project in
the list and click the In button. Alternatively, you may
double-click on the project name in the list. If the Prompt
for Comment box was checked, you will be prompted for a
comment for this session. After you punch in, the status
line at the bottom of the window will reflect which project
you are punched in to.
To punch out of a project, simply click the Out button. You
can also just punch in to another project -- this will
automatically punch you out of the first one.
To make punching in and out more convenient, Account Manager
provides a Quick Access List. To access this list, minimize
Account Manager and click on the icon with the right mouse
button. This will bring up a list of your projects for you
to conveniently punch in to and out of.
If you wish to delete a project, select it in the list and
press the Delete button. Note that this will not delete the
data in the database for that project -- it will merely
remove the project from the Project List.
To generate a report, select Create Reports... from the
Reports menu. You will have the option of creating several
different kinds of reports. For details about the different
report types please refer to the reference section.
---------
Reference
---------
Project Lists and Databases
---------------------------
In Account Manager, the Project List and the Database are
two different things. It is important to understand the
difference.
A Project List is simply a list of your projects. It is
displayed on the main window, and also in the Quick Access
List for easy access. Project lists are usually saved with
a .AMP extension.
A Database contains all of the punch in/punch out data.
Every time you punch in to or out of a project, the database
file is updated. Database files are usually stored with a
.AMD extension.
Note that Project Lists and Database files are not connected
in any way. A Project List exists only for your
convenience. It is possible to punch in to a project which
is not even in the Project List (to do this, type the name
of the project and press In -- do not press the Add button,
which would add it to the Project List). Conversely,
deleting a project from the Project List will NOT delete the
associated data in the database.
To find out the current Project List and Database files,
choose Get Status... from the File menu.
Note that database files can grow quite large over a long
period of time -- it is recommended that you delete old
records periodically via the Edit Database option. This
will reduce the file size and also speed up report
generation.
Note that the application setup information (see the
Application Setup section for more details) is stored in the
.AMP file with the Project List.
Comments
--------
Comments are extra information you can enter when punching
in to a project, to provide more detail about your
activities. This allows you to keep a more detailed log of
your time.
Each project can be individually configured to prompt or not
prompt for a comment when punched in to.
When you are prompted for a comment, you will be shown a
drop-down box which contains a list of your 10 most recently
used comments for your convenience. You may either select
one from this list, or type in a new comment. Then click
the OK button to continue punching in. Pressing Cancel at
this point will cancel the punch in action.
Database Options
----------------
The Database menu contains several options related to
database management.
Punch In Earlier
----------------
This option allows you to punch in to a project at an
earlier time. This is especially useful if you start
working on a given project, but forget to punch in to it.
When you select this option, you will see the following
screen:
Information Fields:
Previous Project: This is the name of the last project
that was active. If this is a new database and there
is no previous project on file, this field will say
"(none)".
Punched In/Out At: This is the date and time that the
previous project was punched in to or out of (whatever
the last punch in/out event was). If this is a new
database and there is no previous project on file, this
field will say "(N/A)".
Selection Fields:
New Project Name: Enter the project you wish to punch
in to here. You can either type a project name, or
select one from the drop-down list of projects. If a
project was selected in the project list on the main
screen, then that project will be shown here as a
default.
Time To Punch In: There are two fields in this section.
Date: Valid dates are in the format MM/DD/YY.
Time: Valid times are in the format HH:MM (24-hr),
HH:MMa or HH:MMp. For example, the following are
valid times:
8:00, 14:35, 2:35p, 1:30a
If the project you punch in to is configured to prompt for a
comment, then you will be prompted for the comment.
Note that you are not permitted to punch in to a project at
an earlier time than the previous punch in/out time. If you
need to do this, you must delete the last record in the
database via the Edit Database option. You are also not
permitted to enter a time which is later than the current
time of day.
Punch Out Earlier
-----------------
This option allows you to punch out of a project at an
earlier time. This option is useful if you forget to punch
out of a project, or if you are away from your computer when
you stop working on a project.
When you select this option, you will see the following
screen:
Information Fields:
Current Project: This is the name of the currently
active project.
Punched In At: This is the date and time that the
current project was punched in to.
Selection Fields:
Time To Punch Out: There are two fields in this
section.
Date: Valid dates are in the format MM/DD/YY.
Time: Valid times are in the format HH:MM (24-hr),
HH:MMa or HH:MMp. For example, the following are
valid times:
8:00, 14:35, 2:35p, 1:30a
Note that you are not permitted to punch out of a project at
an earlier time than the previous punch in time. If you
need to do this, you must delete the last record in the
database via the Edit Database option.
Punch Out on Exit
-----------------
This option causes Account Manager to punch out of the
currently active project when exiting. This is convenient
in case you forget to punch out at the end of the day, etc.
If this option is not enabled, then you will remain punched
in to the active project when Account Manager is closed.
Warn if Active on Startup
-------------------------
If this option is selected, you will be warned if you are
already punched in when Account Manager starts. The warning
will be similar to the following:
The top lines reflect the currently active project including
the time it was punched in to. You have the following
options:
Remain Punched In: Select this option if you want to
remain punched in to the currently active project
displayed.
Punch Out Now: Select this option if you want to punch
out now from the currently active project displayed.
Specify Earlier Time to Punch Out: Select this option
if you want to punch out from the currently active
project at some time before now. Note that you are not
allowed to punch out before the current project was
punched in to, nor can you punch out after the current
time.
Date: Valid dates are in the format MM/DD/YY.
Time: Valid times are in the format HH:MM (24-hr),
HH:MMa or HH:MMp. For example, the following are
valid times:
8:00, 14:35, 2:35p, 1:30a
This option is convenient if you stay in Windows all of the
time. If this is the case, then there is no reason that you
should be already punched in when Account Manager starts
(unless you forget to punch out), except for a system crash
or other undesirable occurrences.
Enable Application Punch In/Out
-------------------------------
This menu option enables the automatic application punch
in/out feature of Account Manager. For more information,
refer to the Application Setup section of this manual.
Application Setup
-----------------
Account Manager has the capability of automatically punching
in or out or prompting for a project when other applications
are started or closed. To get to this setup screen, select
Application Setup... from the Database Menu.
To enable automatic application punching in or out, set up
the applications how you want them from the Application
Setup screen and then select Enable Application Punch In/Out
from the Database Menu.
The following is a typical Application Setup screen with a
few applications set up:
The following is a description of the various fields on the
Application Setup screen:
Event: This is either Start or Close, depending on
whether you want to trigger on the application starting
or closing.
Application Title: This is the title of the application
you wish to trigger on. This is NOT the file name - it
is the name of the program, as shown on the title bar
of the window when it is first started. You only need
to enter the first few characters of the name - for
example, if you enter Calc, then Calculator will match.
The more characters you enter, the more specific you
can be as to which application will trigger the event.
If you enter less characters, then multiple
applications will match and trigger the event. For
example, if you enter C, then Calculator and Clock will
both match.
If an application matches more than one event, the
event is chosen which matches the greatest number of
characters; i.e., the most specific event that matches.
For example, if you have two application events with
titles of Cal and Calculator, then running Calculator
will only trigger the second of the two.
If this field is left blank, then every application
will match the name (except those that match another
event more specifically).
Action: This is the action you want Account Manager to
take when the application starts/closes. The options
are:
Punch In: Punches into a project.
Punch Out: Punches out.
Activate: Activates Account Manager and prompts for
input. Note that Account Manager will remain on top
of all other windows until some action is taken by
the user.
Project: If Punch In is selected as the Action, then
this is the project to punch into.
Comment: There are three options for comments:
None: No comment.
Application Title: This enters a comment which is the
title of the application that triggered the event.
This is convenient if more than one application can
trigger an event - this comment can tell you which
application it was.
Select: Allows you to enter a comment, or select one
from the history list.
To add a new application event:
Fill in the event you want using the field described above,
and click the Add button.
To change an existing application event:
Click on the event in the list, make the modifications you
want using the fields described above, and click the Change
button.
To delete an existing application event:
Click on the event in the list, and click the Delete button.
Note that application setup information is stored with the
Project List in the .AMP file.
Editing the Database
--------------------
This function allows you to delete data from the current
database. This can reduce the database size, resulting in
faster report generation. Also, if you should accidentally
punch in or out of a project, you can delete the most recent
records (punch in/out actions) from the database one at a
time.
When this function is selected, a screen similar to the
following will be displayed:
Information Fields:
Database: This is the filename of the currently loaded
DatabaseDATABASEFILES file.
Database contains information from {date} to {date}:
These are the range of dates for which information is
available in the database.
Selection Fields:
Delete data from {start date} to {end date}: Selecting
this option and pressing OK will delete data in the
database ranging from start date to end date,
inclusive. A punch in/out pair will be deleted if the
punch in time is within the date range specified, even
if the punch out time is not. Valid dates are in the
format MM/DD/YY.
Delete data up to and including {date}: Selecting this
option and pressing OK will delete data in the database
from the beginning up to date, inclusive. A punch
in/out pair will be deleted if the punch in time is
within the date range specified, even if the punch out
time is not. Valid dates are in the format MM/DD/YY.
Delete last record in database: Selecting this option
and pressing OK will delete the last record in the
database. This record will include both a punch in and
a punch out. The date and time shown are the time that
the project was punched out of. Note that since using
the database editor automatically punches you out of
the current project, there will always be a in/out pair
at the end of the database when this option is
selected.
Store deleted data: This option indicated that the data
which is deleted from the database will be stored in
this indicated file (which is the database filename,
with a .BAK extension). Note that if this .BAK file
already exists, the new data will be appended to it.
Note that this option is not available when using the
Delete last record in database option.
Note that selecting this function will cause you to be
punched out of your current project.
Reports
-------
The Reports menu contains options related to generating and
viewing reports. See the following sections for details.
Selecting an Editor
-------------------
This menu option allows you to select an editor to use to
view your report files. The default is notepad.exe, which
is normally in your Windows directory. If you change this
editor, the new editor must support a filename on the
command line, i.e. notepad.exe report.txt.
Hint: If you use CSV-format files (Comma Separated Values),
then a spreadsheet such as Microsoft Excel is a possible
editor.
Selecting a Time Format
-----------------------
This option allows you to select the format used when
printing time durations in the reports. You have the
option of HH:MM:SS format (i.e. 03:20:00), or a decimal
hours format (i.e. 3.33).
Note: Some spreadsheets do not correctly interpret a time
span in HH:MM:SS format which is greater than 24 hours.
These time spans may import as a string field, rather than a
time field. If you have this problem, you may wish to
switch to the decimal format for time spans.
Creating a Report
-----------------
This option allows you to create reports which show your
time usage. There are three different report types,
detailed in the following sections. Note that the examples
in the following sections were not created from the same
database.
There are two report formats: Formatted Text and CSV.
Formatted Text will create a space-formatted file, suitable
for viewing with an editor such as notepad. CSV will create
a comma-delimited report file, suitable for importing into a
spreadsheet.
The following example report files are examples of the
Formatted Text report format.
Overall Summary by Project
--------------------------
This report shows the total time spent on each project in
the database, from the starting date to the ending date
(inclusive). The following is an example Overall Summary
by Project report:
Project Summary Report
Starting 01/01/93, Ending 04/05/93
Project Name Time (HH:MM:SS)
------------------------------------------------------
Presentations 1:14:02
Meetings 0:25:12
Project X 3:59:07
----------
Total Time: 5:38:21
Daily Summary by Project
------------------------
This report shows the total time spent on each project in
the database, from the starting date to the ending date
(inclusive). The following is an example Daily Summary
by Project report:
Daily Project Summary Report
Starting 01/01/93, Ending 04/05/93
Date Project Name Time (HH:MM:SS)
---------------------------------------------------------------------
03/21/93 John Smith 0:04:09
Patty Roburn 0:03:52
----------
Total Time: 0:08:01
03/23/93 John Smith 1:00:07
Ed Hayes 3:25:09
Jane Doe 1:00:09
----------
Total Time: 5:25:25
04/05/93 Ed Hayes 0:25:02
----------
Total Time: 0:25:02
Detailed Report
---------------
This report shows the time of each action (punch in/out)
present in the database, from the starting date to the
ending date (inclusive). No summary is generated in this
report. Note that a detailed report is the only report
that shows the comments that were optionally entered.
The following is an example Detailed Report:
Detailed Report
Starting 01/01/93, Ending 05/19/93
Project Name In/Out Date Time Total Time Comment
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Project 3 In 04/05/93 3:00:00p
Project 3 Out 04/05/93 4:05:00p 1:05:00
Project 2 In 04/05/93 4:20:00p
Project 2 Out 04/05/93 6:18:30p 1:58:30
Project 4 In 04/05/93 6:18:36p
Project 4 Out 04/05/93 6:25:05p 0:06:29
Project 3 In 05/19/93 9:08:31p
Project 3 Out 05/19/93 9:08:35p 0:00:04 Sample comment
Project 5 In 05/19/93 9:08:35p
Project 5 -- Still Punched In --
Command Line
------------
The command line options for Account Manager are:
ACCTMAN
ACCTMAN -out
ACCTMAN -in
ACCTMAN project name
The first option runs Account Manager normally. The -out
option will punch out of the currently active project, if
any. The project name option will punch in to the named
project.
The -in option can only be used if you are currently not
punched in. It will punch you in to the last project which
was active. For example, if project "my proj" was active,
then you punched out of it, and then ran "ACCTMAN -in", then
Account Manager would punch you in to "my proj".
Note that punching in via the command line, either with the
project name option or with the -in option, will not prompt
for a comment even if the project is configured to prompt
for comments.
Only one copy of Account Manager will run at a time.
However, if Account Manager is running and you try to run it
again, the command line options will be passed to the
running copy. So, if Account Manager is running, running
"ACCTMAN -out" will punch you out of the current project.
Similarly, "ACCTMAN my project" will punch you in to a
project called 'my project'.
This powerful capability could be used with a program
scheduler such as Clocker (also from
Winnovation)OTHERPRODUCTS. This would give you the
capability to automatically punch out from 12:00 to 1:00pm
for lunch, for example. If at 12:00 you executed "ACCTMAN -
out", and at 1:00 you executed "ACCTMAN -in", you would be
punched out from 12:00 to 1:00, and then punched back in to
the project you were previously working on. This feature
could also be used for regular meetings, etc.
DOS Interface
-------------
Since many people have to exit Windows occasionally to run a
program that will not run in a DOS box, etc., Account
Manager provides a DOS Interface to the database. This
interface is limited, in that you can only punch in, punch
out, or obtain the status of the database.
The DOS interface CANNOT be run from a Windows DOS box. It
is provided solely to be run completely outside of Windows.
If you are inside Windows, you must use the Windows Account
Manager (ACCTMAN.EXE).
Command Line:
DOSACCT [-db database] -status
DOSACCT [-db database] -out
DOSACCT [-db database] projectname
DOSACCT [-db database] "project name"
The DOS interface will attempt to read your ACCTMAN.INI file
to get the name of the active database. If this ACCTMAN.INI
file is not accessible (if you are on a network workstation
other than your own, for example), then you can specify your
database file with the -db option. Use of this option is
not recommended, except where it is absolutely necessary.
The -status option will tell you which (if any) project is
currently active. The -out option will punch you out of the
currently active project. The last two options are for
punching in to a project. If the project name contains
spaces, you must enclose it in quotes as in the fourth
example above.
Note that it is not possible to enter a comment from the DOS
command line interface.
Examples:
DOSACCT myproject
This will punch in to the project called "myproject", using
the database file specified in the ACCTMAN.INI file.
DOSACCT -out
This will punch out of the currently active project (if
any), using the database file specified in the ACCTMAN.INI
file.
DOSACCT -db time.amd myproject
This will punch in to the project called "myproject", using
the database file TIME.AMD.
Miscellaneous Options/Features
------------------------------
Quick Access List
-----------------
The Quick Access List is accessed by clicking on the Account
Manager icon with the right mouse button. This brings up a
list of your projects/accounts, with the currently active
one highlighted (if any). From here, you can punch in to or
out of a project.
The Quick Access List is especially convenient when you are
using the Icon Always On TopICONALWAYSONTOP option, since
the icon will then always be visible. The Quick Access List
is then never more than one mouse click away.
To punch in to a project:
Select the project you wish to punch in to, and click the
"In" button. Alternatively, you can double-click the
project name. You may be prompted for a comment at this
point, depending on how the project was configured.
To punch out of a project:
Click the "Out" button. Also, punching in to a different
project will punch you out of the current project.
To Exit the Quick Access List without changing the active
project:
Click the "Cancel" button or press ESC.
Get Status
----------
This option, available on the File menu, will display the
file names of the current project list and the current
database.
Icon Always On Top
------------------
This option is available on the Account Manager System menu.
Enabling this option will cause the Account Manager icon to
remain on top of all other windows on the desktop. This
makes it especially convenient to use the Quick Access List.
Registration and Support Information
------------------------------------
Single copy Account Manager registration is $24.95, payable
in US dollars. If used on a network, Account Manager
requires one license for each machine it is running on.
Site license rates are as follows:
5 users $ 109.95
10 users $ 199.95
20 users $ 349.95
50 users $ 699.95
100 users $ 999.95
For over 100 users, please contact Winnovation for pricing
information.
To register additional copies, print out ORDERFRM.TXT and
mail the completed form along with payment to:
Winnovation
PO Box 271071
Ft. Collins, CO 80527-1071
USA
After your registration is processed, you will receive a
serial number/registration code combination, a manual, and a
disk for each copy you ordered. Site licenses will receive
only one code, manual, and disk, with additional manual
copies available for a nominal fee. Registered users will
be entitled to unlimited support and free upgrades to 1.x
versions as they become available. Future updates will be
available at a significant discount. Support will be via
telephone, E-mail and US mail. Winnovation can be reached
at:
Telephone: (303) 484-7204
E-mail: CompuServe: 71774,605
Internet: 71774.605@compuserve.com
ORDERFRM.TXT
*** Account Manager 1.2 Registration Form ***
NUMBER OF SINGLE COPIES TO REGISTER _________
x $24.95 per copy (free shipping/handling) x $24.95
NUMBER OF USERS FOR SITE LICENSE _______
Fees: 5 users $109.95, 10 users $199.95,
20 users $349.95, 50 users $699.95,
100 users $999.95
SITE LICENSE FEE (free shipping/handling) _________
NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL MANUALS (site licensees only) _________
x $2.50 shipping/handling fee per copy x $ 2.50
SUBTOTAL _________
TAXES
CO residents add 3% sales tax _________
Ft. Collins, CO residents add
additional 3% city sales tax _________
TOTAL DUE _________
Specify disk format: [ ] 3.5" 720K [ ] 5.25" 1.2MB
Date: _______________
Name: ____________________________________________
Company:__________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________
_________________________________________
City/State/Zip: __________________________________
Telephone #: _____________________________________
E-mail address: __________________________________
(this will be used for an electronic mailing list)
Where did you hear about and/or find Account Manager :
[ ] From a friend
[ ] From USENET Newsgroup : ______________
[ ] An FTP/uucp archive site : ______________
[ ] CompuServe Forum Name : ______________
[ ] BBS Name/Number: _____________________
[ ] Direct Advertisement from Winnovation
[ ] Shareware Disk Vendor: __________________
[ ] Other: __________________________________
Return to: Winnovation
P.O. Box 271071
Ft. Collins, CO 80527-1071
USA
README.TXT
Account Manager 1.2 -- Time usage tracking program for Windows 3.1
(C) 1993 Winnovation
(version 1.2 is a major enhancement, adding comment capability,
automatic application start/stop sensing, and enhanced reporting
capability.)
Do you...
* Charge your time to different projects?
* Bill to multiple clients?
* Need to track your computer time usage for the IRS?
* Have a need to track your time for any other reason?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then Account Manager
is for you!
Account Manager is a tool for Windows 3.1 designed to track your time
as you move from project to project, or account to account. No more
guesswork! You simply "punch in" to each project or account as you
begin working on it, and "punch out" when you are through...then,
when you need a summary of your time, Account Manager will create one
for you in seconds! Many different report types are available for
your convenience.
Your time is valuable...that's why your list of projects is never
more than one mouse click away. No fumbling through menus for simple
tasks such as punching in and out!
Account Manager can automatically punch in or out or activate itself
when other applications start or close! This is fully configurable
by the user, of course...you may never have to manually punch in or
out again!
For those who cannot stay in Windows all of the time, Account Manager
includes a flexible DOS interface to allow you to punch in/out from
the DOS command line. Don't be limited by Windows-only tools!
Registration is $24.95 for a single copy, and site licenses are
available at a discount. Upon registration, you will receive a disk
with the latest version of Account Manager, a printed manual, and a
license statement with your personal serial number and registration
code combination. Registered users will receive free unlimited
technical support and free upgrades to versions 1.x of Account
Manager, and future updates will be available at a significant
discount.
To register, fill out ORDERFRM.TXT and mail to the address given there.
For more information, contact
Winnovation
PO Box 271071
Ft. Collins, CO 80527-1071
USA
(303) 484-7204
CompuServe: 71774,605
Internet: 71774.605@compuserve.com
CDROM.TXT
T h e P C - S I G L i b r a r y o n C D - R O M
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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. Every shareware program we have is on one disc; over
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
access to the programs and their descriptions.
The WordCruncher text retrieval software allows you to quickly access
the description for any program you want. All the programs are indexed
by title, filename, PC-SIG disk number, and every word within the
program description. There couldn't be an easier way to find just the
right program. All the programs are logically divided into thirteen
major categories with subcategories, making it easier to find just the
right software.
All of the programs have been scanned for viruses. There are also three
online virus utilities that can be run from the CD-ROM which will scan,
screen and clean viruses. Not only does this save hard disk space, but
also gives every user added security from viruses.
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
Additional BBS file descriptions are available from PC-SIG so that the
CD-ROM can be set up quickly on a bulletin board.
System Requirements:
IBM PC/XT/AT PS/2 or compatible with 530K memory DOS 3.1 or higher and
a graphics monitor (Hercules/EGA/VGA/SVGA). A mouse is optional.
T h e E s s e n t i a l H o m e & B u s i n e s s C o l l e c t i o n
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
"Never before has such a valuable collection of popular shareware been
compiled on one CD-ROM that everyone can afford." Dr. File Finder a.k.a.
Michael Callahan
Finally, 368 of the most useful, popular, important shareware programs
have been put together on one CD. No matter what your need, it's on The
Essential Home & Business Collection. Everything from Administration to
Windows software is here.
The Essential CD incorporates the WordCruncher text retrieval system.
Every program on the disc is indexed by title, filename, PC-SIG disk
number, and every word in the program description. A new utility, Narc,
is implemented so you can look at the program files and the author's
on-line documentation without having to first copy the program to your
hard disk. By using WordCruncher and Narc, you can quickly find the
program you want and review it to be sure, without ever having to run it
from your hard disk.
If you've got a CD-ROM player at home and want to get more use of it and
your computer, or if you're trying to avoid purchasing another Nintendo
cartridge, or if you just enjoy looking at new software, you need The
Essential Home & Business Collection.
System Requirements:
IBM PC/XT/AT PS/2 or compatible with 384K memory DOS 3.1 or higher and
Microsoft MS-DOS CD ROM extensions.
The PC-SIG Games CD-ROM
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Now you can play a game a day fo over a year. This CD-ROM is jammed
with over 380 shareware games of all types, designed to appeal to the
new generation of CD-ROM users out for fun. The CD incorporates a
hypermedia interface and allows 250 of the games to be played directly
from the CD-ROM.
The hottest games in shareware are on this disk, including the
action/arcade games "Jill of the Jungle" and "Wolfenstein 3D," which
rival or surpass commercial PC and Nintendo for use of animation,
SoundBlaster audio, and VGA graphics. There are also games designed to
teach children mathematics, spelling and even ecology. All these games
for less than a dime each!
Over 250 of the games can be played directly from the CD without copying
them to a floppy or a hard drive. Being able to run from the CD means
that users can explore games without using up valuable hard disk space
or spending time downloading and deleting files. The hypermedia
interface makes it easy to browse the titles, read a one line
description or full review, and copy or start a game by clicking the
mouse or using the keyboard.
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
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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
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.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
SHAREMAG.TXT
S H A R E W A R E M A G A Z I N E
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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.
SIGORDER.TXT
[B]
FROM: ___________________________
___________________________
___________________________
[A] [B]
___________________________
PC-SIG Inc.
[A] [B]
1030-D East Duane Avenue
Sunnyvale California
94086
Fold - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Fold
HOW TO USE THIS RETURN ENVELOPE
1. Place any other pages underneath this page.
2. Using the Fold lines (above) as a guide, fold this flap under.
3. Fold the address flap so it covers this flap.
4. Tape or staple the envelope at the two spots marked [A].
5. Slip in any other enclosures (business cards, cheques, etc.).
6. Tape or staple the envelope at the spots marked [B].
THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO PRINT THIS FORM -*- MAIL YOUR ORDER TO:
PC-SIG Inc. 1030-D East Duane Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Do not mail cash. Please allow four weeks for processing.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Check the items desired:
PC-SIG Disks - Member $2.49 for 5.25" or $2.99 for 3.5"
Non-member $3.50 for 5.25" or $4.00 for 3.5"
_____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
_____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
_____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ total ______
One year subscription to Shareware Magazine $14.95 ______
Super Saver Membership $34.95 ______
(includes a 1 year subscription to Shareware Magazine,
the PC-SIG Encyclopedia on Disk with WordCruncher,
and 5 free disks)
The PC-SIG Catalog on Disk $7.00 ______
The PC-SIG Encyclopedia on Disk with WordCruncher $20.00 ______
GAMES CD Amazing Disk - Amazing Price! $25.00 ______
*** PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM 12th Edition *** $99.00 ______
Upgrade to the 12th Edition from ANY previous edition
of the PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM! $59.00 ______
Upgrade from ANY other shareware CD-ROM just $59.00 ______
Subtotal ______
Shipping and Handling $4.00
California residents add 8.25% sales tax ______
TOTAL ______
If you have any comments or suggestions, please let us know!
To order by phone with VISA or MASTERCARD call (800)245-6717
Ask for operator #2351
Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #3746
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
ACCTMAN ZIP 149781 5-27-93 8:34a
CDROM TXT 4874 3-18-93 1:28p
GO-FORM DAT 3090 3-10-93 3:22p
GO-STRT DAT 552 5-27-93 8:58a
GO EXE 27162 4-28-93
PCSIG TXT 2335 2-10-93 8:50a
PKUNZIP EXE 29378 2-01-93 2:04a
SHAREMAG TXT 1837 1-21-92 6:11a
SIGORDER TXT 3090 3-10-93 3:22p
9 file(s) 222099 bytes
95232 bytes free