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                       RECIPE FILE MANAGEMENT v. 3.2
                           Last Updated August 1993
                             First Step Software
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     System Requirements:
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     Recipe File Management requires 300K of free memory, DOS version 
     3.2 or later and 1.5mg of disk space.
     
     Install instructions:
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     The disk or disks you have received MUST BE LOADED ONTO A HARD DISK
     PRIOR TO USING THE PROGRAM. All the files have been compressed to 
     save space and must be decompressed during installation.
     1. There is a program on the disk that will install the Recipe 
        File Management Software onto your hard disk, all you need to know 
        is the character designation of the hard disk (C: or D: normally).
     2. Place the disk in your A: or B: floppy drive. 
     3. Type A: or B:   then the  <ENTER> key. 
     4. Your floppy drive prompt should appear ie.   A:> 
     5. Type  INSTALL C:  then the <ENTER> key. (C: being the hard disk 
        you want the program installed on).
     6. Follow the instructions on the screen.

     Special Considerations
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     1. If you are NOT using a "File Manager" access the software by
        @ your C:> prompt type   CD RM  <ENTER>
        If you ARE using a "File Manager" enter the following code into
        the batch file calling Recipe File Management:
        CD RM
        RM
        PAUSE
     2. To start program  type   RM   <ENTER> at C:\RM> prompt.
     3. The initial load of the program will index all the data files.
     4. Printing of the manual can be done by selecting "User Help" 
        from the main menu and then selecting "Print Info".
     5. For evaluation purposes we have provided Sample Recipe data so
        the operator can see how the recipes are stored and how costing
        and yield adjustments are completed. We suggest that you spend
        some time working with the sample data and familiarizing 
        yourself with the manual. Learn all the basic functions prior
        to starting to add your own recipes.
     6. If you decide to use Recipe File Management and register the 
        software we can be of additional help to you. 
        a. We can review your categories and advise you on the proper
           Setup procedures.
        b. We can review your Expense Item file and advise you on the 
           its proper Setup procedures.
      c. For a nominal fee we can load your first 10 to 50 recipes.
     WHEN READY TO START YOUR OWN SET OF RECIPES ... CLEAN OUT SAMPLE FILES
     At the DOS (C:\RM>) prompt type   NEWDATA   <ENTER>
     and make sure you set the proper PATH in the SETUP section for the 
     Inventory data files.

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                   This is a Shareware distributed product. 

     Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. The 
     Shareware product is your best guarantee; because if you don't use it, 
     you don't pay for it. This UNREGISTERED COPY is for your trial 
     inspection, it is fully operable and no fee is charged for its use. 
     If you continue to use this software for more than 90 days you are
     required to become a registered user. Registered users receive the 
     following:
     1. Unlimited telephone support. 
     The author is a Food Service Professional and as such, wants to provide 
     support for his clients in terms they can understand.
     2. A copy of the most recent version of this software.
     3. A printed and bound manual.
     4. A newsletter that shares ideas and real operational solutions of 
     other users in your industry.

     As a member of The Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP), the 
     author subscribes to all of the association's policies. 

                       ASP OMBUDSMAN STATEMENT

             "This program is produced by 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 the member 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."

     You are encouraged to pass an evaluation copy of our software along 
     to your friends.  Please encourage them to register their copy if 
     they find that they can use it.  

      Registered version                                 $95.00
        Latest updated version, Printed User Manual and unlimited
        phone support.  

     In addition, First Step Software offers a wide range of other Food 
     Service related software that you can "Try before you buy" with the 
     Shareware concept such as Menu Costing, Inventory Control & Cost 
     Analysis (Multi Unit), Restaurant Cost Control & Accounts Payable, 
     Free & Reduced Application for school lunch and The Schedule Planner.

     The author has over twenty years experience in both Commercial and 
     Institutional Food Service Management. I am a phone call away to 
     answer questions that may come up. Questions that may involve the 
     initial set up, problems with the software or how to get the best 
     results. I speak in restaurant terms not computer terms.  
     Call (208)-376-4411
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