Collection of Education/collectionofeducationcarat1997.iso/COMPUSCI/KDSART11.ZIP/KIDINFO.TXT

Text File | 1994-08-30 | 8KB | 159 lines

                             K I D ' S   A R T
                        G E T T I N G   S T A R T E D
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   REVIEWERS: If you intend to review this software for publication, please
contact us to make sure you have the most recent version and that the
ordering information supplied to your readers will be accurate. We would
appreciate receiving a tearsheet or copy of any published reviews. Thank
you!

   ALWAYS MAKE A BACKUP COPY of the original disk before you do anything.
(See the DISKCOPY command in your DOS manual.) Put the original in a safe
place, and use the copy as the master disk when you install the files:

   PROGRAM FILES: Program files can be identified by the extension EXE or
COM after the file name. To run the program, simply type its name. For
example, if you have a program named GWS.EXE, type GWS and press
<ENTER>.
   Note that this package does not contain any executable program files.
These are graphics files, intended to be displayed or printed with the
software you already have, such as drawing and painting or desktop
publishing programs.

   DOCUMENTATION AND INSTRUCTIONS: Files which have the DOC or TXT
extension are ASCII format files (also called DOS Text files) which can be
viewed or printed using DOS commands. For example, if you have a typical
setup, you can print a document called KIDINFO.TXT using this command:
TYPE KIDINFO.TXT > PRN
   To view this file on screen, you would enter: TYPE KIDINFO.TXT | MORE
(Successful use of MORE assumes that the correct DOS files are in your
path. If this is not the case, you can simply use TYPE KIDINFO.TXT, but the
file may scroll up out of view.)
   You can also view and print this kind of file with text viewing
utilities, and with most word processors, using "ASCII", "DOS Text" or
"Non-document" format.

   CHANGES AND UPDATES: Sometimes changes are made in a program after the
manual is completed. Information about such changes will appear on disk in
a text file called UPDATE.TXT. If this file appears on your disk, you
should read it to get the latest important information about the software.

   NEW VERSIONS: Sometimes a new version of a program will ask permission
to update your data files. Do not answer "yes" unless you have already made
a backup copy of your data. Don't copy the backed-up data back into the
directory after the files have been updated. This backup is simply
insurance against data damage or loss. You should make backups regularly.

   BE SMART!  Before installing new versions of any software, make backups
of all the old files. This protects you in case of an error during the
installation/update process. Remember that power surges, hardware failure,
and user errors can all lead to data loss or damage. Make backups of your
data on a regular basis. If you wonder how often you need to back up your
word processing documents, mailing lists, spreadsheets, etc., ask yourself,
"How many days worth of work can I afford to lose?" We recommend that you
use a system of three or more sets of backup disks which you rotate on a
daily basis. That way, if something unfortunate happens to one set of
backups, you will have another set available. A few minutes spent making
daily backups can save you hours of heartbreaking work trying to recreate
lost data.

   BAD DISK? It seems that in hot weather we sometimes get complaints about
"bad" or unreadable disks. Floppy disks are susceptible to heat, moisture
and magnetism. A disk that sits all day in a hot mailbox or truck where
temperatures exceed 100 degrees is likely to be damaged. Disks which have
been exposed to magnetism may become unreadable.
   Before assuming a disk is bad, try it on another computer. It may be
that your computer's drive heads are dirty or slightly misaligned. Suspect
this if you often get disk error messages with different disks. An
inexpensive head cleaning kit may help solve the problem.
   With 5.25" disks, sometimes the round disk gets trapped inside its
square casing and generates an error because it can't rotate freely.
Remove the disk from the drive and tap each of the four edges sharply on
the surface of your desk. This may loosen the disk. Try reading the disk
again.
   With 3.5" disks, the sliding plate may not be sliding open when the disk
is placed inside the drive. Gently slide the plate back and forth until it
feels looser, being careful not to touch the disk media inside. Try reading
the disk again. If the plate will not slide, or if it appears to be bent,
do not place it inside the drive. Instead, you can simply remove the plate,
which protects the disk but is not required for us.
   Several popular utility packages have features that can sometimes
revive unreadable disks.
   In any case, if we sent you an unreadable disk, we will be happy to
replace it with a fresh copy of the same program. IF YOU RECEIVED A BAD
DISK FROM A VENDOR, THE VENDOR SHOULD REPLACE IT.

   SUPPORT: We do not charge a registration fee for KID'S ART, and do not
normally provide free support. Nevertheless, we will usually respond to
brief, mailed inquiries. Mail support will generally be limited to getting
you up and running, or responding to error messages. We appreciate receiving
a stamped, self-addressed envelope with your inquiry.
   For fast, reliable answers to your questions, visit the R.K. West
section on CompuServe. GO RKWEST. You'll also be able to download
30-day evaluation versions of our new products in Library 9.

   SOFTWARE LICENSE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION: See the file VENDINFO.DIZ

To receive a free catalog of unusual software, please send a self-
addressed, stamped envelope.


This information was last updated September 1994.

PERSONAL CHALLENGE lets you play different educational and trivia games to
test your knowledge as you compete against yourself or other players in
five categories at a time. Your choice of Beginner, Intermediate or Expert
level determines the speed at which you must play and the points you can
earn. Each player earns an Honorary Degree and a chance for fame on the
High Scorers list. It's fun for the whole family!
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