************************************************************************ * * * Tractor Restoration - Version 2.32 * * Copyright (c) 1994 by BlueCollar Software * * * * Published exclusively by: * * RMH Computer Services * * PO Box 657 * * Beech Grove IN 46107-0657 * * (317) 782-9903 * * * ************************************************************************ INSTALLATION ------------ The installation utility provided (INSTALL.EXE) will install the Tractor Restoration program on your hard disk drive, and will also check to see that your system meets all of the program requirements. If you downloaded your copy of Tractor Restoration from a BBS or other online service, you should uncompress (i.e. unZIP) the files into a *temporary* subdirectory on your hard drive, and then let the installation program install the actual program files in a permanent subdirectory. To install from the temporary subdirectory, switch to the temporary subdirectory, type INSTALL, and press the [ENTER] key. If you have obtained your copy of Tractor Restoration on floppy disk(s), you should insert the disk (Disk #1 if there are 2 disks) into your floppy disk drive, type A:INSTALL (or B:INSTALL), and press the [ENTER] key. QUICK START ----------- In order to make FULL use of this program, you will need to read the manual, which is supplied as the file MANUAL.TXT. However, to get started quickly just to see what the program looks like, simply switch to the subdirectory where you have installed the program files (i.e. CD TREST), type TRACTOR and press [ENTER]. The program contains context-sensitive Help which you can call by pressing the [F1] key. COLOR/MONOCHROME MONITORS ------------------------- This program will check to see if you have a color video card installed in your computer. If it finds one, it will automatically set the screen display to the color settings. If it finds a monochrome video card, it will automatically set the screen display to the monochrome settings. If you are using a color card with a monochrome monitor, the program may not display properly. However, you can go back to the DOS prompt and restart the program using the command TRACTOR M to restart the program in forced monochrome mode. PRINTING THE DOCUMENTATION: --------------------------- The documentation file (MANUAL.TXT) is formatted for 70-characters per line, and 58-lines per page. You can print the documentation from within the program by selecting the UTILITIES pulldown menu, and then selecting the "Print User's Manual" option. Alternately, you can print if from the DOS command line simply by issuing the following command: COPY MANUAL.TXT PRN The documentation file contains form-feed characters, so it can also be printed by various printing utilities. TRACTOR RESTORATION IS SHAREWARE! ----------------------------------- The registration fee for Tractor Restoration is $29.00 (US). You are entitled to evaluate Tractor Restoration for a period of up to 30 days. If after that time you intend to continue to use the program you must register it. If you do not intend to continue to use the program you must delete it from your system. There is a file named REGISTER.TXT in the distribution file set which contains the registration information, and the address to mail your registration fee to. You can print this registration form from within the program by selecting the UTILITIES pulldown menu option, and then selecting the "Registration Form" option. Alternately, you can print the form from the DOS command line simply by issuing the command: COPY REGISTER.TXT PRN The shareware copy of Tractor Restoration that you have is not restricted in any way. Upon registering the product, you will receive: 1) A disk containing the most current version of the program. 2) A lifetime license to use the product. 3) Registered copies will display the owners name on the main screen. 4) Support via telephone, BBS, mail, email via CompuServe, and email via various other message networks. 5) A 30 day money-back guarantee. And apart from all that, the knowledge that you are helping to support the Shareware concept - a distribution system that brings you quality software at realistic prices. SO WHAT IS SHAREWARE? --------------------- Shareware is copyrighted software which is distributed by authors and publishers through bulletin boards, on-line services, disk vendors, and by copies being passed among friends. It is software that you are allowed to try before you pay for it. This makes shareware the ultimate in money back guarantees. Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. There is good and bad shareware, just as there is good and bad retail software. The primary difference between shareware and retail software is that with shareware you know if it's good or bad before you pay for it. You benefit because you get to use the software to determine whether it meets your needs, before you pay for it. Authors benefit because they are able to get their products into your hands without the expenses it takes to launch a traditional retail software product. The shareware system and the continued availability of quality shareware products depend on your willingness to register and pay for the shareware you use. It is the registration fees you pay which allow shareware authors to support and continue to develop their products. Please show your support for shareware by registering those programs you actually use and by passing them on to others. Shareware is kept alive by your support!