DEFINITION OF SHAREWARE

Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software
before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue
using it, you must 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.



COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

All Blind Mellon Software programs, shareware and freeware, are protected 
under the copyright laws of the United States and foreign countries. 
All rights are reserved to Blink Mellon Software and Mike Owens. 
Violations of copyright laws are investigated by the FBI. Distribution 
of Blind Mellon products implies that you have read and agreed to the 
distribution terms described below.




DISTRIBUTOR INFORMATION AND LICENSE INFORMATION

The license information and distribution requirements in this 
document supersede all previous license statements. To continue 
to distribute Blind Mellon products, you must adhere to the licensing 
and distribution requirements .

Mike Owens                  Internet:  Owens1@ix.netcom.com
8836 Channing Dr.           Compuserve: 74431,3633
Jonesboro, Ga. 30236	    America on line: BenO0408826