     ABOUT 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 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.

     Thank you for your support.
