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EFFECTIVE ACTION (Turning Outrage into Effective Action)
Effective Action v2.30 Cicada Ridge REGISTRATION $5
EFFECTIVE ACTION
Take EFFECTIVE ACTION on any issue, Menu-driven
Best strategies of the most effective grassroots groups.
Using easy to understand concepts, EFFECTIVE ACTION takes
you step by step through the process of setting up to take
action. This is a must-have program for groups starting
out, and it contains challenging new insights for groups
already formed. By helping you avoid the common mistakes it
allows you to focus more of your energy into resolving your
issue.
From a Menu Driven Outline, the user can view the
Sections: Transforming Emotion into Commitment; Seeing The
Situation Clearly; Seeing the Balance Of Power; Choosing A
Position; Forming a Group; Role Playing; Advanced Role
Playing; Strategy; Strategy Role Playing Session; Expanded
Group; Guidelines For Action; Show of Strength; Limited Role
of Confrontation; Backup System; Resolution By Strength;
Resolution By Negotiation.
In addition to showing text on the computer screen, the
program can make multiple printouts of each section (or the
entire program). This means groups with even limited one
time access to a computer can use this program by making
printed copies. (Many public libraries now have public
access computers and printers).
EFFECTIVE ACTION uses a strategy of raising concerns while
minimizing the use of confrontation to avoid alienating
potential supporters. Your group can then work to build a
broad base of support in your community for having your
concerns addressed. This approach has been shown to be
highly effective in bringing together people who do not
normally work together on issues.
Hardware Requirements : IBM PC, PC-compatible or MS-DOS
Computer 512k RAM, Dot Matrix Printer (optional)
Other Requirements : DOS 2.x or higher.
Cicada Ridge Software 212 Wilson Rd Colton, NY 13625-9733
2 DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
The following files are necessary to run this program
and are included on this disk
EFFACT23.EXE = Main File
EFFACT.TX1 = 1st Text File EFFACT.TX2 = 2nd Text File
EFFACT.TX3 = 3rd Text File EFFACT.TX4 = 4th Text File
Also included are the Document files:
EF_READ.ME = How To Print Document File
EF_PRINT.BAT = Batch File To Print This File
EFFACT23.DOC = This Document file.
It is a good idea to make a copy of this disk and save the original disk.
Place the EFFECTIVE ACTION Software disk in your drive and type: EFFACT23.
==> Press ENTER to begin.
Program automatically checks the main file for obvious virus damage and
checks the disk to make sure all files are present. (Message will appear
directing you what to do if any problems are discovered.) If no problems are
found then you will be asked if you want to check all the files on the disk
for damage or tampering. If this is the first time you have used the disk it
is a good idea to check all the files.
==> Press T to TEST files on disk - or - press ENTER to begin program.
>>Message Appears:
PROGRAM WILL AUTOMATICALLY LOAD TEXT INTO ALL AVAILABLE MEMORY:
If your computer has enough memory, (after 5 seconds) loading of text will
begin. If available memory is less than needed to load all text at one
time then you will be asked which half of the text to load first (the first
1-8 sections or the last 9-16 sections). If you have less than the critical
amount of memory needed to load text you will see a warning.
>>Message Appears:
FAST LOAD: SKIPS GRAPHICS AND LOADS TEXT AS NEEDED:
(Press F to FAST LOAD)
(Optional) If you want to save loading time and will be looking at only a few
sections, you can choose the Fast Load Option (Press F) that allows you to
choose to load either Sections 1-8 or Sections 9-16. (Graphics introduction
will be skipped with this option and text will reload as needed).
==> If no keys are pressed (after 5 seconds) text will load into all
available memory and graphics introduction will be activated while the text
loads.
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>>Message Appears:
PLEASE WAIT TEXT LOADING SECTION # LOADED
Note: Some older computers take over a minute to load all 100 pages of text.
>> Message Appears at the bottom of the screen PRESS ENTER TO BEGIN when the
program is fully loaded.
==> Press ENTER as you finish reading Introduction and Help screens.
OUTLINE:
At the outline one of the sections will be highlighted. Use the up and down
arrow keys to move the highlighted cursor to the section you want to see and
press ENTER to see that section. At the outline, pressing the ESCAPE key will
allow you to exit the program and return to DOS by answering Yes to the
question: Do you want to EXIT ? (Once in DOS, if you want to remove screen
color - type CLS and press Enter.)
SECTION SUMMARY OR VIEW SECTION:
Once you choose a section the 1st screen will be the section summary.
Top Line Reads: Arrows To Select < Return Outline > Or < Next Screen>
Return Outline is highlighted. Press Enter to return to outline and next
section or press right or down arrow key (or PgDn) to see next screen of
current section. Note: top line now has Next Screen highlighted. Press Enter
to continue to see section screens or press up or left arrow key (or PgUp or
Backspace) to see previous screen. At the end of a section you will return to
section summary. Press Enter to return to Outline and next section.
Press ESCAPE KEY to return to the outline from any section.
F1 KEY: INFO (Information and Help Screens)
Press F1 (or H or I) from any section (except the Outline) to view the
Help/Info screens. Press ENTER to view each of the Info screens or Backspace
to see previous info screen. From the FORM Info screen you can press F2 or P
to print the registration form.
F2 KEY: PRINT (Print Options):
Press F2 (or P) from any section (except the Outline) to activate Print option.
>>Message Appears:
PRINT COPIES OF A SECTION OR ENTIRE PROGRAM (C or E) (C)
[ Rather than printing the Entire program, many groups find it convenient to
print Copies of each section (as needed). The pages of a section can be held
together by a staple (upper left corner of page) to form a section booklet. ]
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[ NOTE: This program prints through the LPT1 (standard) port of the computer,
if your computer system will not print from this program make sure the printer
is set up to the LPT1 port. ]
You can choose to print Copies of a section by pressing C or make a printout
of the Entire program (over 100 printed pages) by pressing E. If you press
ENTER it is the same as pressing C (Copies of a Section).
>>Message Appears:
The outline screen will appear with a message in the upper left corner
flashing >>READY TO PRINT<<
The section you were in when you requested the Print option will be
highlighted. If you want to print that section press ENTER otherwise use the
arrow keys to select the section you want to print and then press ENTER
>>Message Appears:
HOW MANY COPIES OF SECTION (the # of the section you selected) ?
Pick the number of copies you want printed (1 to 7). Press ENTER or 0 for none
>>Message Appears:
# COPIES OF SECTION # WILL BE # PAGES PRINT (Y or N) (N)
Make sure your printer is on and set to the top a page before answering this
question. IF YOU HAVE TO MOVE TO THE TOP OF A PAGE ON THE PRINTER, BE SURE TO
TURN PRINTER OFF AND ON TO RESET TO THIS NEW PAGE POSITION, OTHERWISE THE
SECOND PAGE OF THE PRINT WILL BEGIN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PAGE.
==> Enter Y for Yes or N for No (pressing ENTER without a choice is the same
as No) If printer is ready a message will appear PRINTING HAS BEGUN
>>If the message WAITING FOR PRINTER TO BEGIN appears then check your printer
to make sure it is on and not out of paper. NOTE: In some computers it takes
up to 2 minutes to return from a WAITING FOR PRINTER TO BEGIN condition. This
gives you time to set your printer. If the condition is not corrected then an
error message will appear and you will be asked if you want to return to the
text or retry the print.
Graphs showing the progress of your print will appear as the text is sent to
the printer.
Press ESCAPE key to stop printing. (Note: The printer will continue to print
until it empties text already sent to its print buffer.)
F3 AND F4 KEYS: CHANGE THE COLORS OR SHADES
From any screen (except the outline screen) you can change the colors on a
color monitor (or the shades on some non color monitors). press F3 (or B) to
cycle through the Background colors. Press F4 (or F) to cycle through
Foreground (text) colors.
5 SHAREWARE:
Shareware provides an alternative to expensive commercial software by
allowing you to try out software (for free) to find programs that really meet
your needs. Once you find a Shareware program that you want to continue to use
you can support the program by becoming a Registered User.
YOU DECIDE THE FUTURE OF SHAREWARE:
What happens when people use Shareware programs without becoming
Registered Users? Some Shareware authors have gone back to writing commercial
software and stopped writing Shareware programs. This means less Shareware to
choose from. Other authors have modified the Shareware concept and release
programs that allow you to try out their program but important functions are
disabled and you must register to receive a fully functional version.
We are committed to releasing fully functional programs because we
believe that the information in this program needs to be available to as many
people as possible so that people can take an active part in shaping the
future of their communities. Our hope is that informed users will see the
value in supporting the work that went into this program and REGISTER. To make
this easier we are asking for a REALLY LOW Registration Fee of ONLY $5.
>> Please support this work and the Shareware concept by sending in your <<
Registration now. To learn more about Registration and see additional benefits
BENEFITS OF REGISTRATION:
CONTACT LIST FOR OTHER GROUPS: Upon registration you can choose to
receive a Directory of other Registered Users (and the issues they are
working on). This Directory is to encourage contact between groups and a
sharing of the most up to date information on issues.
SUPPORT FOR THIS WORK: As a Registered User you will be supporting
the work that went into the design and development of this program.
Take a moment to consider the value of this program to your group.
(in terms of time saved, problems avoided, increased effectiveness, etc)
We believe that groups (like yours), that have found this program useful,
will want to show their appreciation and support by becoming Registered Users
The Registration Fee For A Group Using This Program Is ONLY $5.
We welcome comments and suggestions from ALL our users.
Do what you can to support us in this work.
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ID: EFFACT-230-0001D >>> REGISTRATION FORM <<<
GROUPS NAME:
CONTACT PERSON:
ADDRESS:
TOWN OR CITY: STATE:
ZIP CODE: (COUNTRY:)
EMail address of someone in your group willing to receive your group's EMail
Please list full EMail Address: (ie:Internet address):_______________________
YOUR GROUPS AREAS OF INTEREST: (Issues): ____________________________________
Registration Fee is: $5.00 Enclosed $ _______
A Registered Users Directory is available to encourage contact between
groups and a sharing of the most up-to-date information on the issues.
(Any Registered User listed in the Directory can receive a copy.)
Optional Listing In Users Directory: (Check one)
>>__ YES Our group wants to be added to and receive a copy of the Registered
Users Directory. I understand this listing is for our own use and no
commercial use is allowed. >> Sign Here: _______________________________
>>___NO Our group does not want to be listed in the Directory.
Cicada Ridge Software 212 Wilson Rd Colton, N Y 13625-9733
-- Your Comments And Suggestions For Improving This Program: --
7 YOUR ASSURANCE OF SUPPORT:
We will acknowledge in writing receipt of your registration. We provide
support by mail for Registered Users. If you have any problems with this
program or would like to make suggestions for improving this software.
Please write us at:
Cicada Ridge Software 212 Wilson Rd Colton, NY 13625-9733
USER AGREEMENT:
On our part we have made every effort to make sure all the information in
this program is accurate and we have tried to present a strategy that covers
as many different types of situations as possible. No method can be 100% sure
of success under all conditions and in all circumstances. Because you are
closer to the situation and because you will have to live with the
consequences of your decisions YOU MUST RELY ON YOUR OWN BEST JUDGEMENT as to
how or if the information in this program applies to your particular situation
The Writers Of This Program Can Not Be Held Responsible For Your Decisions.
USE OF THIS PROGRAM CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT.
COPYRIGHT:
The Software and text of this program are copyrighted and the authors
retain all rights except as stated herein.
NOTICE TO VENDERS:
Anyone distributing the EFFECTIVE ACTION SOFTWARE for any kind of
remuneration must first contact CICADA RIDGE SOFTWARE 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 EFFECTIVE
ACTION immediately (However CICADA RIDGE SOFTWARE must still be advised so
that the distributor can be kept up-to-date with the latest version of
EFFECTIVE ACTION).
DISCLAIMER - AGREEMENT
Users of this Effective Action Software must accept this disclaimer of
warranty: This program Effective Action (Turning Outrage Into Effective
Action) is supplied as is. The authors 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 this program.
Cicada Ridge Software 212 Wilson Rd Colton, N Y 13625-9733