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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,
1 2 t h E d i t i o n
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The PC-SIG Library on CD-ROM, winner of the Optical Publishing
Association's Best Consumer Product Award, has added a hypermedia
interface that makes it easy to find and download any type of program
you could want. The WordCruncher text retrieval program has also been
implemented to assist you insearching this vast collection.
This CD-ROM contains over 3700 fully functional shareware programs, each
with a detailed review. The 12th Edition has added over 300 new programs
and over 500 updates since the release of the 11th Edition. The
collection is always kept current and now contains over 70 megabytes of
Windows 3.0 and 3.1 applications, fonts, icons, games and wallpaper
files.
The range of software is phenomenal! There are huge assortments of
games, everything from adventure games with full SVGA and SoundBlaster
support to favorites like Klondike, Chess and Othello. Spreadsheets,
databases, wordprocessors and graphics programs are instantly available
and there are literally hundreds of unique and specialized programs that
will save you time and money. This amazing collection will help you get
a handle on all your business and home accounting and also teach your
children about zoology.
Each of the more than 3700 programs has a one-line description for quick
reference, Just pick one of the 13 software categories and a subcategory
to begin browsing for a program that interests you. You might choose the
Games Category, where you can pick from 12 subcatgories including
Adventure, Arcade, Cards and more. A mouse click (or keyboard stroke) on
the program title takes you to a detailed description of the program.
you can immediately download the software to your hard or floppy drive,
and in many cases view a screen shot.
You can find any program in the collection quickly and easily by using
the search button. When you are in a program category just type in the
title of the program and you will be taken to the description of that
program. The popular WordCruncher text retrieval program has been added
to allow searching every description for any word within that
description, not just in the title or keywords chosen by someone who
thinks differently than you do. The WordCruncher is ideal for finding
programs which perform a specific function, just try searching for
"split", "math" or "subtract". Or switch to the Disks section where you
will find an alphabetical list of all the programs which can be searched
by program title or disk number.
Everyone has their favorite programs and we're no exception. Our 44
favorite programs can be run immediately. No downloading is necessary,
all you do is click on the word "RUN" in the program description and
you'll be working or playing with top notch software right on the CD.
The power of hypermedia will allow you to try out more software than you
ever thought possible. We are sure that you will find a multitude of
programs to your liking on the P-SIG Library on CD-ROM.
System Requirements: IBM PC/AT PS/2 or compatible with 640K, DOS 3.3 or
higher, Microsoft MS-DOS CD-ROM Extensions and a CD-ROM player. We
recommend a 386 with a VGA monitor.
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
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"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.
T h e P C - S I G G a m e s C D - R O M
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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.
T h e P C - S I G W o r l d o f G a m e s C D - R O M
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The new PC-SIG World of Games CD-ROM contains over 550 of the best
shareware games, including 53 educational games for children and 57
Windows games. 430 of them can be played directly from the CD without
using your hard drive space.
This edition employs the award-winning HyperReader interface, allowing
easy searching and playing by using a mouse or the keyboard.
This CD is the first in a six-volume PC-SIG Encyclopedia of Shareware
series. Each volume will include the programs from a section of the
PC-SIG collection and also the programs and text from the current issue
of Shareware Magazine. This CD contains the entire text from the
May/June issue of Shareware Magazine, featuring hardware reviews of
the Tandy Sensation and the Media Vision Pro 16 Multimedia System.
Software reviews included cover 58 new shareware releases, security,
educational, CD audio and PIM's. 159 of the programs mentioned in the
magazine are included and can be downloaded using the HyperReader
interface.
There are also 89 programs which were updated since the last issue of
Shareware Magazine, helping those of you who have purchased the 12th
edition of the PC-SIG Library keep on top of the everchanging world
of shareware.
As well, a description of every program in the PC-SIG Library can be
searched with the WordCruncher text retrieval program. This Games CD
continues the ten year PC-SIG tradition of providing quality programs
and information to help you find the best program for your purpose.
System Requirements: IBM PC/AT/PS/2 or compatible computer with 640K,
DOS 3.3 or higher, Microsoft MS-DOS CD-ROM Extensions and a CD-ROM
player. We recommend a 386 with a VGA monitor.
To Order in the U.S.A.: Call 800-245-6717 and ask for Customer Service.
For Technical information: Call 408-730-9291 and ask for Technical
Support
Outside the U.S.A.: Call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer near
you.
LICENSE.TXT
MARTINSEN'S SOFTWARE SOFTWARE LICENSE
1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Martinsen's Software grants to you
the right to use and to make ONE of copy of INI
Manager ("Software")for a period of fifteen (15) days
from the day the you download this software.
2. COPYRIGHT. The Software is owned by Martinsen's
Software and is protected by United States copyright
laws and international treaty provisions any you may
not remove the copyright notice form any copy of the
Software.
3. OTHER RESTRICTIONS. This Martinsen's Software License
Agreement is your proof of license to exercise the rights
granted herein and must be retained by you. You may
not rent or lease the Software. You may not reverse
engineer, decompile or disassemble the Software.
NO WARRANTY. ANY USE BY YOU OF THE SOFTWARE IS AT YOUR OWN
RISK. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS A DEMONSTRATION OF THE
FULL PRODUCT. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED FOR USE "AS IS"
WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. MARTINSEN'S SOFTWARE AND
ITS SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In no event shall
Martinsen's Software or its suppliers be liable for any damages
whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss
of business profits, business interruption, loss of business
information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use
or inability to use this Martinsen's Software product, even if
Martinsen's Software has been advised of the possibility of
such damages. IN STATES THAT DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES, THIS PROGRAM **** MAY NOT **** BE USED!
U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS
The Software and documentation are provided with RESTRICTED
RIGHTS. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the Government
is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph
(c)(1)(ii) of The Rights in Technical Data and Computer
Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 or subparagraphs (c)(1)
and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software - Restricted
Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. Manufacturer is
Martinsen's Software 5501 Tullis Drive, Building 2, Suite 304
New Orleans, Louisiana 70131-8864.
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of
Louisiana.
Should you have any questions concerning this Agreement, or
if you desire to contact Martinsen's Software for any reason, please
write: Martinsen's Software 5501 Tullis Drive, Building 2, Suite
304 New Orleans, LA 70131-8864. (504) 394-6045.
ORDER.TXT
ORDERING INFORMATION
Licensing your copy brings you wonderful benefits. Such as:
- Gets rid of that nagging reminder window that comes up when you
perform certain functions.
- Entitles you to one hour of phone support for 90 days.
- Insures that you have the latest version of the product.
- Gets you on our mailing list so you are occassionally notified of
updates and our other Windows products.
Martinsen's Software Order Form
Name: ____________________________________________________
Company:____________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
City: ________________________ St:______ Zip:___________
Phone: (______)_________________ Country:________________
** Please note, if any of the prices below differ from a notice
on your shareware version of the program, please include a copy
of the program with your order to recieve the lower price **
____ INI Manager @$29.00 : _______.____
____ WallPaper Manager @$29.00 : _______.____
____ WallPaper Manager-3D @$39.00 : _______.____
____ SysInfo Manager @$10.00 : _______.____
____ ScratchPad @$59.00 : _______.____
____ Contacts @$59.00 : _______.____
Sub-Total: _______.____
____ Shipping @$ 6.00 : _______.____
Total: _______.____
Please enclose a cashiers check payable to Martinsen's Software;
or you may use Amex, Visa, or MasterCharge.
For credit cards, please enter the information below:
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Where did you hear about or get a copy of our products?
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Send to:Martinsen's Software
5501 Tullis Drive
Building 2, Suite 304
New Orleans, LA 70131
or call: (504) 394-6045
(Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for delivery)
README.TXT
INI Manager 1.00 FINAL BETA
by
Martinsen's Software
5501 Tullis Drive
Building 2, Suite 304
New Orleans, LA 70131-8864
(504) 394-6045
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* MARTINSEN'S SOFTWARE STRICTLY PROHIBITS ANY DISTRIBUTION OF THIS PROGRAM WITHOUT EXPRESSED*
* WRITTEN CONSENT FROM MARTINSEN'S SOFTWARE! ANYONE FOUND DISTRIBUTING THIS PROGRAM FOR A *
* FEE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF MARTINSEN'S SOFTWARE WILL BE PROSECUTED TO THE *
* FULLEST EXTENT OF THE LAW. THIS FILE MAY BE DISTRIBUTED ON PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEMS*
* AS LONG AS THERE IS NO CHARGE IN ANY WAY (INCLUDING BBS MEMBERSHIP) FOR THIS PROGRAM. *
* PLEASE CONSULT THE LICENSE.TXT FILE FOR FURTHER RESTRICTIONS. *
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This program was designed for people who are reluctant to edit their ini files
but need a safe way to do it.
This program will backup your ini files BEFORE doing making any changes.
This BAK file will be overwritten everytime you use any one of the
following 4 buttons:
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Button Description
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Delete Deletes the current section.
Add Section Adds a new section.
Delete Key Deletes the current line in the list box.
Set Adds or updates information in the Key & Setting Boxes.
It uses the following form:
The text in Key EQUALS the text in Setting (Key=Setting).
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Button Description
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About Displays info about this program.
Exit Exits the program.
For more information about our other products (Contacts 1.5, ScratchPad 1.0,
WallPaper Manager 1.0, SysInfo Manager 1.0, or LaunchManager 2.0) or for
quotes for custom programming, please contact us at:
Martinsen's Software
5501 Tullis Drive
Building 2, Suite 304
New Orleans, LA 70131-8864
(504) 394-6045
PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK! Remember, this program IS NOT freeware.
If you like it, please send $15 to Martinsen's Software. For your $15 you
will receive the latest version of the program and more, so PLEASE Register.
E-Mail
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America On-Line: RonMart
CompuServe: 71202,1750
Martinsen's Software BBS (504) 394-6045 from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. CENTRAL ONLY!
History of Changes
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1.00 Final Beta - Fixed the Delete features that did not work on ALPHA - 2.
- Added change path feature
- Added 3D effect around certain boxes
- Last shareware version
- More Errorhandling
- 40% faster, while uses 210,000 LESS bytes of RAM
1.00 ALPHA - 2 - Changed the DropDown Combo Boxes to DropDown Lists to prevent errors.
1.00 ALPHA - Original Version
REGISTER.TXT
MIDIPlay 1.0 for Windows 3.x
REGISTRATION FORM
MidiPlay 1.0 is being distributed as shareware. You may use MIDIPlay for up to 30 days to see if you like it. You may also freely distribute this program so long as it is not altered in any way. If you decide to continue to use MIDIPlay after the 30 day evaluation period, you must register its use. Registration is only $5.00. Please fill out the information below and send it along with a check or money order for $5.00 payable to DunsonWare to the following address:
DunsonWare
PO. BOX 771269
Wichita, KS 67277
NAME _________________________________________
STREET _______________________________________
CITY _________________________________________
STATE _______________________
ZIP ________________________
Thank you for registering MIDIPlay 1.0 for Windows.
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
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 near
you.
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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 near
you.
SIGORDER.TXT
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the PC-SIG Encyclopedia on Disk with WordCruncher,
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The PC-SIG Encyclopedia on Disk with WordCruncher $20.00 ______
The PC-SIG World of Games CD-ROM $19.95 ______
The PC-SIG 12th Edition Library CD-ROM $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 CD-ROM just! $59.00 ______
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The PC-SIG Encyclopedia of Shareware on CD-ROM
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If you have any comments or suggestions, please let us know!
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Ask for operator #2351
ZK-AMI.DOC
Documentation for ZK-SHELL.SMM macro
This macro will run ZK-Shell. After looking up the Zip Code or City
& State, click on "Paste and Minimize" and this macro will then paste
the contents of the clipboard at the current cursor postion in your
Ami-Pro document.
The line in the macro that includes the exec command to run ZK-Shell
must be the correct path for zk-shell.exe. The default is:
exec("c:\zipkey\zk-shell.exe "," /)
If ZK-Shell does not function properly, then you will need to modify
the macro to specify the full path name for ZK-Shell.
To make things really easy, enter a shortcut key for this macro. If
you use it often, then modify the icon bar under "View", "Display
Preferences, "Icons" and add an icon for the shortcut key for this
macro. This way you can instantly access the macro with the mouse.
Another way is to use the custom menu feature of Ami Pro to add ZK-Shell
to your menu. See the Automenu.smm and Custmenu.smm macros that are
included with Ami Pro to see how to do this.
For help with this macro call 1-900-88-HELP-8. The cost is $2.00 per
minute and the first 24 seconds are free.
ZK-SHELL.DOC
ZK-Shell Order Form
Registration fee $20.00 each: $________
Florida Residents Add Tax $1.40 each: $________
Sub Total: $________
** For programmers, ZKDLL.DLL to allow you
to access ZIPKEY from within your programs.
No royalties. $50.00 $________
** Florida Residents Add Tax $3.50: $________
Total Due: $________
For ZKDLL.DLL - Media desired: 5.25 size _____ or 3.5 size _____
Upon registration you will receive the code to disable the
shareware screen in ZK-Shell. If you'd like the ZKDLL.DLL
on disk from ZPAY add the appropriate amount as shown above.
Fill out this form and return it along with your check payable to
ZPAY Payroll Systems in US currency to:
ZPAY Payroll Systems
2526 69th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, FL 33712-5631
MasterCard or Visa orders accepted by CIS email to: 70040,645
Check enclosed _____ or charge my Visa _____ or Master Card _____
Name on card:____________________________________________________
Card number:______________________________ Expires:______________
Signature:_______________________________________________________
Name:________________________________________
Company:_____________________________________
Street Address:______________________________
City:________________________________________
State:_____________ Zip Code:________________
Telephone number:____________________________
Where did you receive your copy of ZK-Shell?:____________________
ZK-Shell Version 1.0
Copyright 1992 by Paul Mayer
Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 How To Install ZK-Shell . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
4 Look in ZIPKEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5 Paste and Minimize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
6 Clear and Start Again . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
7 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
8 Legal Stuff and Shareware . . . . . . . . . . . 5
9 Windows DLL for Programmers . . . . . . . . . . 7
10 Macros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1
1 Introduction
What is ZK-Shell? ZK-Shell is a shell program that will allow
you to use the popular DOS memory resident program ZIPKEY in
Microsoft Windows.
ZIPKEY is required to use this program. If you do not have a
copy of ZIPKEY you can obtain an evaluation copy from your
favorite shareware disk vendor, BBS or by calling 1-800-IBM-DISK
and asking for the ZIPKEY shareware disk. This number is for the
Public Brand Software shareware vendor in Indianapolis, Indiana.
ZIPKEY may also be purchased directly from:
Eric Isaacson Software
416 E. University Avenue
Bloomington, Indiana 47401-4739
This program will allow you to enter a known ZIP code, call
ZIPKEY to look up the city and state and then type the City,
State and ZIP code into your word processor. If you need to look
up a ZIP code, you can enter the two letter state abbreviation
and the city name and ZK-Shell will have ZIPKEY look up the ZIP
code for you.
2 How To Install ZK-Shell
You must have a copy of ZIPKEY to use the ZK-Shell program. If
you do not have this program contact your favorite shareware dis-
tributor or search out a copy on your favorite BBS system. See
above in the introduction.
o Copy the ZK-Shell Files
Copy the two ZK-Shell files into the directory that you
have ZIPKEY installed. The two files are ZK-SHELL.EXE and
ZK-SHELL.HLP. ZK-SHELL.HLP is necessary if you want to be
able to access the help system from within ZK-Shell.
o Start Windows
o Open the Program Manager Window
Add a program item to a group you want to add the ZK-Shell
icon.
- Open the group window for the group you want to add
the icon. This might be your word processing group
or possibly your utilities group.
- Choose "New" from the "File" menu.
The 'New Program Object" dialog box appears.
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- Select "Program Item" and choose "OK".
- Type the description you want to be displayed under
the icon.
Example:
ZK-Shell
- Type the path and file name of the ZK-Shell
program. This is the path that you copied the ZK-
Shell program files into above.
Example:
C:\ZIPKEY\ZK-SHELL.EXE
- Choose "OK"
The dialog box disappears and your icon is
displayed in the group box.
3 Setup
In order to use ZK-Shell to paste the City, State and ZIP code
into your word processor, you must tell ZK-Shell the format to
use. There are three formats:
The normal letter format:
St. Petersburg, Florida 33712-5631
The letter using two letter state abbreviation:
St. Petersburg, FL 33712-5631
The US post office desired method:
ST. PETERSBURG FL 33712-5631
In order to use ZK-Shell, you must first have the ZIPKEY program
loaded into memory before starting Windows. This may be ac-
complished by adding the loading of ZIPKEY into your
AUTOEXEC.BAT file. If you do not have ZIPKEY loaded, ZK-Shell
will give you an error message to let you know that it's not
loaded.
ZIPKEY is a memory resident program for looking up ZIP codes from
supplied state and city names or city and state names from
supplied ZIP codes. ZIPKEY is a trademark of Eric Isaacson
Software.
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4 Look in ZIPKEY
First a little about moving around ZK-Shell. The Tab key will
move the cursor from field to field and button to button. The
Shift+Tab will reverse this movement. You may also select the
buttons with the Alt+[the underlined character] in the buttons.
The area just below the "Enter ZIP Code" and above the list box
is where the city, state and ZIP will be displayed for pasting
into your word processor. The Paste and Minimize button will
perform the paste function for you. We have provided macros for
the popular word processors making this as seamless as possible.
See the text file README.1ST for pointers to the various macros.
As you type the state and city in ZK-Shell, the list box will
display possible cities and ZIP codes. You can double click a
line in the list box to select it or use the keyboard by tabbing
to the list box, using the up and down keys to mark an entry and
press enter to select.
If you look up a ZIP code and want to do another, you should use
the Clear and Start Again button to start over.
There are several ways to use ZK-Shell to interface with ZIPKEY.
A general need is to look up a ZIP code for a city and state that
is known. The ZK-Shell program window has three data entry
areas. Two of these areas are "Enter State" and "Enter City".
To look up a ZIP code, you would type in the two letter state
abbreviation in the Enter State field and then the full city
name in the Enter City field. In cases of multiple ZIP cities,
a list of ZIP codes will be displayed in the list box. If there
are more than can be displayed in the on screen box, a scroll
bar will allow access to the overflow. Don't forget to use the
Clear and Start Again button to do additional searches.
If you have the ZIP code but are unsure about how to spell a City
name, you can use the feature to look up the city and state and
paste it into your word processor. In this case, you would enter
the ZIP code in the "Enter ZIP Code" field of the program and
press the Paste and Minimize button. Remember, you can also use
the underlined shortcut keys by pressing Alt plus the underlined
key on the button.
5 Paste and Minimize
The Paste and Minimize button will minimize the ZK-Shell appli-
cation to an Icon and paste the City, State and ZIP code as
displayed on the screen into the clip board for passing to your
word processor. We have supplied macros to make this a seamless
paste into your word processors.
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6 Clear and Start Again
This button should be used if you are going to look up more than
one ZIP code or City and State. Use it after each lookup is
complete.
7 Exit
Believe it or not, Exit needs a little explanation. You may exit
this program using several different methods, by your choice.
The Exit button, or selecting the File, Exit selection, by
pressing Alt+X or double clicking on the close button at the top
of the window. No matter which one you chose, they all still
just close the application and exit to the state prior to
entering ZK-Shell.
8 Legal Stuff and 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 regis-
tration, you get anything from the simple right to continue using
the software to an updated program with printed manual.
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 distri-
bution. 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 per-
mission 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 ZK-Shell must accept this disclaimer of warranty: "ZK-
Shell is supplied as is. The author disclaims all warranties,
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expressed or implied, including, without limitation, the war-
ranties of merchantability and of fitness for any purpose. The
author assumes no liability for damages, direct or consequential,
which may result from the use of ZK-Shell."
ZK-Shell 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 ZK-Shell and continue to use
ZK-Shell after a reasonable trial period, you must make a regis-
tration payment of $20.00 to ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc. The
$20.00 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 ZK-Shell must register and pay for their
copies of ZK-Shell within 30 days of first use or their license
is withdrawn. Site-License arrangements may be made by con-
tacting ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
Anyone distributing ZK-Shell for any kind of remuneration must
first contact ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc. at the address above for
authorization. This authorization will be automatically granted
to distributors recognized by the (ASP) as adhering to its guide-
lines for shareware distributors, and such distributors may begin
offering ZK-Shell immediately (However ZPAY Payroll Systems, Inc.
must still be advised so that the distributor can be kept up-to-
date with the latest version of ZK-Shell.).
You are encouraged to pass a copy of ZK-Shell 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 the code to turn off the registration reminder
screen.
Member ASP (Association of Shareware Professionals)
Paul Mayer is a Member of The Association of Shareware Profes-
sionals (ASP). ASP has established stringent standards for its
members. ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle
works for you. If you are unable to resolve a problem with an
ASP member (other than technical support), ASP may be able to
help. Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road,
Muskegon, MI 49442 or send a Compuserve message via easyplex to
ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536
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9 Windows DLL for Programmers
We have a Windows DLL available for Windows programmers. You can
add features into your database programs that we have dem-
onstrated in this version of ZK-Shell. The DLL is available as
shown on the order form above and is royalty free. The price of
$50.00 will allow you to use the DLL for any purpose that you
desire. Remember though that all of your users must have a
registered copy of ZIPKEY from Eric Isaacson Software to benefit
from your code using the DLL.
10 Macros
Macros for using ZK-Shell in your Windows word processors are
described in the file README.1ST. Please read this file.
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Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #3876
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
ZKSHELL ZIP 45508 7-16-93 1:02p
INIMGR ZIP 13327 7-16-93 1:10p
MIDIPLAY ZIP 76927 7-16-93 1:17p
GO-STRT DAT 541 6-01-93 11:07a
SIGORDER TXT 3336 6-01-93 2:30p
GO-FORM DAT 3336 6-01-93 2:30p
GO EXE 26022 1-10-92 12:14p
PKUNZIP EXE 29378 2-01-93 2:04a
PCSIG TXT 2329 6-01-93 2:31p
SHAREMAG TXT 1831 6-01-93 2:32p
CDROM TXT 8196 6-01-93 3:26p
11 file(s) 210731 bytes
104448 bytes free