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        ** THE VOCABULATOR (c) V3.10 **
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        A shareware software package by:

             BLUE BULL SOFTWARE
             22 Carrollwood Drive
             Tarrytown, NY 10591

      Suggested BBS name, this version: VOCAB310.ZIP

BLUE BULL is proud to bring to you The Vocabulator (c) Version 3.10.

The Vocabulator (c) helps you learn nine foreign languages
quickly and easily.

It helps overcome the essential problem with learning a foreign
language - the fact that most people have so much difficulty
acquiring enough vocabulary that they cannot comprehend the
structure and pronunciation of the language which is being
 taught by Teacher, Tape, Friend or Lover.

It gives you the means to quickly learn a hard core of around
500 words in a number of languages.

It also gives you the ability to add new words and phrases,
change translations to a form which suits your way of remembering
things, or even to generate a learning vocabulary for a completely
new language!


HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
==================================

The Vocabulator (c) requires an IBM PC, XT, AT, PS2 or EISA 100%
compatible with at least 400kB free memory.

The program as supplied requires a hard disk with at least 1 Mb free.

To run The Vocabulator (c) from a diskette with less than 1Mb,
you will first have to install the program on a friends' hard
disk, then you may have to delete some language libraries which
you do not need, or make different diskettes for different
groups of languages. Each diskette needs the following files:

        VOCAB.EXE     (The Program file)

        VOCAB.HLP    (If you need help)

        <Language>.*     (Files for languages you wish to use).

The program supports any screen which emulates MONOCHROME, CGA, EGA,
VGA, SVGA or HERCULES (c) standards, but contrast problems may be
experienced when using a CGA card with a Black and White screen.

The program requires MS DOS (c), or IBM DOS (c) Version 3.xx or higher.


HOW TO GET THE VOCABULATOR TO RUN
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1. You should have received the following files on your
distribution diskette:

        VOCAB310.EXE
        GO.BAT
        INSTALL.EXE
        READ.ME
        README.BAT
        START.BAT

2. Log to the drive which contains these Vocabulator (c) files.

3. Run the install program by typing "INSTALL".

4. Select <R>egistration option and print a registration form.

5. You may also print this manual from the same menu.

6. Then execute the <I>nstall option from the menu, which
will copy all necessary files onto your hard drive, then install,
and run the program.

For example:
        A:        (Log to A: drive)
        INSTALL        (Executes install program)

If you don't like installation programs:

Copy the file VOCAB310.EXE into a suitable directory on your hard
drive, log into this directory and type "VOCAB310" to uncompress
the files, and then type "VOCAB" to execute the program.

For example:
        C:
        MD\VOCAB
        CD\VOCAB
        COPY A:VOCAB310.EXE
        VOCAB310
        VOCAB

If you received your files from a BBS, you will have received the
single compressed file VOCAB310.<ZIP> (or some other compression
routine file extension).

To have got this far, you will already have used the decompression
utility chosen by your BBS to uncompress the file.

Now use the install routine as described above to uncompress, and
run the program.


AFTER INSTALLATION
==================

Remember to register your copy of The Vocabulator (c) if you
like and plan to use it. To do this, run the program "INSTALL"
and select the <R>egistration option, which will print out a
registration form. Complete this form and return it, together
with your registration fee, to the address on the form.

After the registration form had been printed and mailed, it is
only necessary to type "VOCAB" after logging to the correct
directory.

If you have any doubt about your comprehension of the statements
made above, we would strongly recommend that you read the rest
of this manual BEFORE you decide to use the program.

The Vocabulator (c) is distributed under "Shareware".

WHAT IS SHAREWARE?
==================

Shareware gives users a chance to "TRY BEFORE YOU BUY". 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, 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
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.

WHO IS BLUE BULL SOFTWARE ?
===========================

We are NOT a heavy corporation, we are two guys who believe that
we can produce a high standard of software to distribute under
the Shareware concept.

Wally (J.F.) Walters writes the programs. He has developed a
number of major Software applications at home to help him in his
job as the Technical manager of a Medium-sized Steel Furniture
Manufacturer. He gets a huge kick out of producing what he sees
as tight and useful programs such as this.

Kobus Reyneke is an old master at Customer Service Administration
and Marketing. He feels he is losing his personal touch with
customers as his career develops into the Management of an
International Trading Outfit. He gets a huge kick out of getting
the word out to you, the customer, and administering all the one
on one correspondence that results from this.

We are both getting a kick out of bringing this product to you
at a giveaway price, but please remember that there are many
hours of midnight oil contained in this program, and we do feel
we deserve a reasonable return from this effort (if we don't get
it, all we have to do is flog the product to some commercial
software outfit who will move it to you at $100).

So please, recognize this effort on our part, and, should you
decide to use this product, mail off your registration fee
straight away.

DISCLAIMER AND USE AGREEMENT
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Users of The Vocabulator (c) must accept this disclaimer of
warranty:

The Vocabulator (c) 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
consequential, which may result from the use of The Vocabulator (c).

The Vocabulator (c) 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 The Vocabulator (c) and
continue to use The Vocabulator (c) after a reasonable trial
period, you must make a registration payment of $25 to BLUE
BULL. The $25 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 The Vocabulator (c) must register and pay
for their copies of The Vocabulator (c) within 30 days of first
use or their license is withdrawn. Site-License arrangements may
be made by contacting BLUE BULL.

Anyone distributing The Vocabulator (c) for any kind of
remuneration must first contact BLUE BULL at the address below
for authorization. This authorization will be automatically
granted to distributors recognized by the ASP as adhering to its
guidelines for shareware distributors, and such distributors may
begin offering The Vocabulator (c) immediately (However BLUE
BULL must still be advised so that the distributor can be kept
up-to-date with the latest version of The Vocabulator (c)).

You are encouraged to pass a copy of The Vocabulator (c) 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 Vocabulator (c).

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR COPY OF THE VOCABULATOR
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    *  Make sure your printer is switched on and "On Line".

    *  Log to the correct directory containing
       The Vocabulator (c) files.

    *  Type "INSTALL"

    *  Select <R>egister option from the main menu.

        - your registration form will be printed
          to your printer.

    *  Complete the form, and return it together with your
       registration fee of $25 to:

         (make check out to: BLUE BULL SOFTWARE)

            BLUE BULL SOFTWARE
            22 CARROLLWOOD DRIVE
            TARRYTOWN, NY 10591



WHAT DO YOU GET BY REGISTERING?
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If we have produced a more recent version of the Vocabulator (c)
than the Shareware copy you have, you will receive the latest
version free of charge.

You will be provided with a personal code which will cause The
Vocabulator (c) to stop producing those irritating registration
reminders each time you enter and leave the program.

Any "meaningful and significant" bugs reported to us will be
corrected, and an updated version forwarded free of charge
within 90 days from your date of registration.

Free support will be provided for 90 days from your date of
registration -see "FREE SUPPORT BY MAIL" for details.

You will be mailed details of any updates, or additional data
files which may become available, and will be offered a reduced
price subscription to these.

If you like BLUE BULL's Vocabulator (c), we are sure that you
will like many of our new programs which we have in the
pipeline. As a registered user, you will receive advance
notification of these products, as well as discount registration
fees.

FREE SUPPORT BY MAIL
====================

The Vocabulator (c) is supported free of charge by mail for a
period of 90 days from your date of registration. During that
time any "meaningful and significant" bugs reported to us will
be corrected and an updated version forwarded free of charge. We
will also gladly answer any questions you may have regarding The
Vocabulator (c). Please feel free to send questions, problems,
suggestions, etc. to:

            BLUE BULL SOFTWARE
            22 CARROLLWOOD DRIVE
            TARRYTOWN, NY 10591

Hardware and operating software requirements have been listed in
the section "HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS." If, for any
reason, your specific hardware or software environment does not
support The Vocabulater (c) and BLUE BULL SOFTWARE is unable to
rectify the situation, your registration fee will be refunded in
full. Please explain your situation in detail so we can attempt
to accommodate as wide a range of environments as possible.

BLUE BULL SOFTWARE is 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 BLUE
BULL  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.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF HOW THE VOCABULATOR WORKS
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The Vocabulator (c) is a program which helps you overcome one of
the biggest problems in learning a new language -- the fact that
you have difficulty in learning pronunciation and structure
because you do not know enough VOCABULARY.

The program helps you overcome this problem by giving you a
"flip card" display of common words and phrases.

The program uses Industry Standard Menu Selection and
Navigation standards. The Cursor (arrow) keys will move you
around the screens to edit and view data. <F1> will invoke
screens providing assistance relating to the function you are
currently in. <Esc> will abort the current operation, and return
you to the previous higher level of the program.

The various options are selected by a "Menu" of options. You
select the option by moving the highlight to the option you wish
to execute, and then press <Enter>. A quick method of making this
selection is also provided simply press the first letter of the
menu option you wish to execute, and the option will execute
directly. The various options are described below.

THE PROMPTING ROUTINES
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The Vocabulator (c) can prompt with YOUR LANGUAGE WORD, where
you want to translate into the foreign language, or with the
FOREIGN LANGUAGE WORD when you want to translate back into your
own language.

You can speed up or slow down the prompt speed as your
proficiency in the language improves. You do this by pressing
the up and down arrow keys while in the prompting routines.

As you begin to learn more words, you will find that some
well-known words continue to prompt, which tends to waste time,
and makes you feel frustrated. Press <Enter> when such a word is
displayed in the prompt routines, and the word will be removed
until you decide to restore it.

This "hiding" routine is also useful when you have just started
with the language - you may well find that there are so many
words that they are not repeated often enough for you to learn
them quickly. All you do then is press <Enter> when the more
difficult words are displayed, until you have a small enough
list of words which you can learn quickly. When you have learnt
these words well, reinstate the other words in order to learn
them.

During prompting, you may often find that you are confused, and
wish to think about, or look at previous or similar words. To do
this, press <Space> in the prompting routines, which will halt
the prompting process. You can then look at the previous few
words which are still displayed on screen, or browse through
your vocabulary database by pressing <F1>.

ADD/EDIT WORDS ROUTINE
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The Vocabulator (c) is supplied with databases of about 500
words for a number of common languages. This list has been
recommended to us as THE MOST USEFUL list for a beginner in a
language. If you develop your knowledge beyond the scope of this
list, this routine allows you to add, edit, or delete words as
you wish.

You can even generate your own new language database by means of
this routine as follows:

Exit to DOS, and log to the Vocabulator (c) Directory  Type
"COPY BLANK.MAS <Name of your language>.VOC" Type "COPY
BLANK.ORD <Name of your language>.ORD"  Re-enter the Vocabulator
(c), select your new language, and build up a database of the
words you want to learn.

REINSTATE HIDDEN WORDS
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If you have hidden words in the prompt routine, and now want
them to be returned to the prompting list, execute this option
to restore them.

PRINT WORDS
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If you want a hard copy of your Vocabulary database, use this
routine to printout the words.

CORRECT CORRUPTED FILES
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In the unlikely event that you find that your data seems to be
corrupted, and words seem to be missing or duplicated, use this
option to attempt to correct these problems. NOTE: These
problems should normally only occur after a power failure while
you are editing words.

BACKUP DATA
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If you have made modifications to any of your language
libraries, you will want to make regular backups to floppy
disks. To do this, make sure you have a formatted disk in drive
A:, and then execute this option, which will copy your selected
Language Library to the floppy disk.

                 *** END OF MANUAL ***