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How
do I download files?
The method for downloading a file will
vary depending on the browser you are using. In General, you want to right click
on the blue link to
select Save As... or Save Target
As... save the file to a temporary location on your hard
drive (i.e. C:\Windows\temp).
Your browser will display some kind of dialog
indicating time projected to complete the download.
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How
do I install a program?
Installing from
diskette:
Assuming you have the disk(s) in the A: drive, go to Start->Run and
enter A:\Setup.exe or A:\Install.exe
(depending on the application and version).
Follow the the dialog, the setup program will prompt you for setup location and maybe
other information. The setup program will then copy the necessary files for the program to
run. The setup program will then create shortcuts or menu items for the new program and
associated files.
Installing from internet (zip file):
If you downloaded a program from our website or received via email from a
friend, chances are it will have the .zip file extension. The zip file contains many files
in a single compressed file. These files can be opened by using Winzip, PKzip,
or similar utility. Make sure you unzip your file to a temporary directory, somewhere that
you can easily delete then after the setup is complete (i.e. C:\Temp). You can now begin the setup, go to Start->Run and
enter C:\Windows\Setup.exe or C:\Windows\Install.exe
(depending on the application and version).
You can hit the browse button to assist in finding the unzipped files. Follow the the
dialog, the setup program will prompt you for setup location and maybe other information.
The setup program will then copy the necessary files for the program to run. The setup
program will then create shortcuts or menu items for the new program and associated files.
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How
do I register my software?
Thanks to
the internet we now offer online registration for some of our products. Other
products offer a registration form available in the application dialog. When
ordering through the U.S. mail, send us your completed registration form along
with a check or money order payable to "Juneau Software". Allowing 4-6 weeks
for shipping.
If you have registered your product and
received a key code, you can it to remove those annoying messages. When you select New Game from the Game
pull-down menu, there is an annoying screen with a reminder to register. On that same
dialog box you will find a place to input your registration number, enter it, and hit the
register button. You should get a message indicting acceptance of the registration number.
You will never see this opening shareware notice screen again.
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What
is shareware?
Shareware (also known as user supported
software and other names) is a concept not understood by everyone. The authors of
Shareware retain all rights to the software under the copyright laws while still allowing
free distribution. This gives the user the chance to freely obtain and try out software to
see if it fits his/her needs.
Shareware should not be confused with Public
Domain software even though they are often obtained from the same sources. If you continue
to use Shareware after trying it out, you are expected to register your use with the
author and pay a registration fee.
What you get in return depends on the author,
but may include a printed manual, free updates, telephone support, etc. Only by paying for
the Shareware you use do you enable the Shareware author to continue to support his
software and create new programs. Considering that the Shareware registration fees are
almost always far less than the purchase price of comparable commercial software it's
obvious that Shareware is a good deal for everyone.
There are real advantages to you in the
Shareware system. You get to try out software to make sure it is compatible with your
hardware and that it fits your needs before you "buy" it with your registration.
The author saves the expense of advertising, packaging and distribution and passes the
savings on to you. Plus, most Shareware authors are much more accessible than commercial
software sources so that your questions and suggestions are much more likely to be
responded to.
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How
much does it cost?
Minimal. Prices vary, usually less than
$25.00 (including shipping). See ordering information for the particular product you are
using. In most cases this includes a free upgrade too. Registration has great benefits,
not just removing those annoying messages, but free product upgrades too.
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What
do I receive for my registration fee?
At a very minimum you will receive a
registration number which will remove all messages reminding you to register. Depending on
the registration level chosen, you may also be receiving a copy of the program on
diskette. In addition, you are entitled to technical support. In most cases your
registration includes a free upgrade too.
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