Copyright: Copyright ® 1996 Logic Pulse


Card Guard Help
Card Guard® Help

Copyright ©1996 Logic Pulse. All rights reserved.

List of Topics

Purpose of Card Guard

Using Card Guard

Become an Internet merchant!

License and Disclaimer Agreement

Contact Logic Pulse


Purpose of Card Guard

Card Guard is designed to bring the convenience of on-line credit card ordering to everyone, while providing peace of mind that your credit card number cannot be easily stolen or misused.  This service is provided to you at no expense.  The encoding software that accompanies this help document is freely distributeable, subject to the included license agreement.

Each merchant registered to use Card Guard receives a unique code and data file.  Therefore, a single credit card number can be used to create many Card Guard codes, each code being unique for a given merchant.  The software and data needed to decode these codes is provided only to the registered merchant.


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Card Guard® Help

Copyright ©1996 Logic Pulse. All rights reserved.

List of Topics

Purpose of Card Guard

Using Card Guard

 Installation

 Creating & using Card Guard codes

 Configuring your Web browser for Card Guard

 A note about security

 What if I have problems using Card Guard?

Become an Internet merchant

License and Disclaimer Agreement

Contact Logic Pulse


Installation

If you obtained Card Guard as a self-extracting, compressed file, it was automatically installed when you ran it.  A directory called "CARDGARD" should have been created on your C: drive.  The directory contains this freely distributeable help file (GUARD.HLP), the freely distributeable encoding program (GUARD.EXE), and one or more merchant data files ending in ".CGD"

If you obtained Card Guard in a Zip file format, use an Unzip program to extract the contents to a directory.  It is recommended that you place the files in a directory of its own and titled "CARDGARD."

The first time you run Card Guard, you will be presented with an Installation dialog.  From here, you can choose to create icons for the Program Manager or Windows 95 Start menu.  You can also automatically configure your World Wide Web browser to use Card Guard if the browser program is detected on your system.


Creating and using Card Guard codes
Creating & using Card Guard codes

Once you have obtained Card Guard from a registered merchant, you can use it to create a code corresponding to your credit card number.  Simply run Card Guard from the Windows desktop or directly from a merchant's Web page, then select the merchant name and enter the card number in Card Guard.  A unique code will be created that corresponds to your credit card number and can only be "broken" by the selected merchant.

Once you have your code, use it instead of your credit card number when ordering electonically.  This will make it very difficult for anyone other than the merchant to intercept and use your credit card number.  There is no need to write the code down as it can be re-created readily by Card Guard.  You can use Card Guard with any number of credit cards and for any number of merchants.


Configuring your Web browser for Card Guard

The first time you run Card Guard, it will take a look at your system to see if you have one of the recognized Web browsers loaded on your hard disk.  If these programs are detected, Card Guard will auto-configure them to recognize Card Guard files.  These changes will take affect the next time you run the browser.

Once your browser is configured, you can launch Card Guard by clicking on the merchant data file that should appear as a link on your merchant's electronic ordering page.  These data files are very small and only take a second to download.  This makes using Card Guard very seamless and convenient.

What if my browser is not auto-configured?

If the Web browser you use is not automatically detected and configured, you can still use Card Guard very easily.  Just download the merchant data file to the directory where Card Guard resides (C:\CARDGARD is the default).  Then, run Card  Guard from the Windows desktop.  The merchant's name will appear in the list of available merchants.

You can manually configure most Web browsers using the "Options", "Viewers", or "Helpers" menu selections as applicable.  Programs like Card Guard are referred to as viewers or helper applications.  Find the dialog in your browser that lets you add new ones, and add Card Guard using the following info.

•	MIME type / subtype: "application/x-cardgard"

•	File type or suffix used: ".CGD"

•	Helper or Viewer application: "C:\CARDGARD\GUARD.EXE" (or appropriate filename on your system)


A note about security

This software uses a mathematical algorhythm to encode a series of digits (i.e. a credit card number) into an alphabetic string of characters.  While this process makes it very difficult for someone gaining access to your Card Guard code to obtain your credit card number, it is not impossible.  This software does not offer any guarantee that your credit card information will not be misused.  It does, however, act as a serious deterrent against this type of fraud.  Please see the License Agreement and Disclaimer of Warranty also.


What if I have problems using Card Guard
What if I have problems using Card Guard?

If you should run into a problem using Card Guard on your computer, seek support from the merchant whom you are trying to order from first.  They should be familiar with the use of the program and how it is integrated into their online environment.  If a problem persists and cannot be solved by the registered merchant, the merchant will seek support from Logic Pulse.


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Card Guard® Help

Copyright ©1996 Logic Pulse. All rights reserved.

List of Topics

Purpose of Card Guard

Using Card Guard

Become an Internet merchant

 Accepting electronic orders

 Advantages of Card Guard

 What's included with the merchant version?

 Using Card Guard on your Web Site

 Ordering Card Guard

License and Disclaimer Agreement

Contact Logic Pulse


Accepting electronic orders

Much hype as been generated over the ongoing "explosion" in online commerce.  Companies are flocking to the Internet in large numbers and sparing no expense in getting their products show-cased on the Web.  In the midst of all this, however, very few businesses are accepting credit card orders for their products over the Internet.  This is mostly due to the difficulty and expense in supporting secure transfer of the customers credit card number.  Card Guard was created to change this!

Card Guard makes it easy and inexpensive for any business that accepts credit cards to add the convenience of on-line ordering.  All that is needed to use Card Guard is an E-mail address.  It is also tailored for use with World Wide Web pages and forms, which are easy to create and again have the advantage of E-mail order delivery.  You don't need a special server or any extensive knowledge of HTML to use Card Guard either.  In fact, if you have an account on Compuserve, America Online, or any of a multitude of Internet access providers, you already have what you need to start using Card Guard to accept orders online.

For a sample Web page using Card Guard, visit Logic Pulse at:

http://carolina-chat.com/ logpul / homepage.htm         -or-

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LogicPulse


Advantages of Card Guard

Card Guard provides many advantages to both you and your customers.

For the merchant

•	Rapid and inexpensive access to an online ordering system

•	Requires little knowledge of the Internet and no programming

•	Opens your doors to International customers who don't want the expense of contacting you by phone

•	Raises the credibility of running a business on the net

•	Allows you to accept orders 'round-the-clock' with unattended operation

•	Improves chances of receiving impulse buys

•	Backed by quality support from Logic Pulse

For the customer

•	Offers convenience of online shopping at any time of the day

•	Helps provide access to merchants anywhere in the world

•	Simple to use and offers a consistent interface

•	Works with Windows 3.0, 3.1, WfW 3.11, and Windows 95

•	Works with any Web browser software

•	Small program and data files ensure quick downloads

To view a sample Web page using Card Guard, visit Logic Pulse at:

http://carolina-chat.com/ logpul / homepage.htm         -or-

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LogicPulse


Whats included with the merchant version
What's included with the merchant version?

When you order Card Guard, you become a registered merchant with your own unique "number" used to encode your customers credit cards.  This means that only you will have the ability to decode a credit card that was encoded by your special version of Card Guard.  You will receive the following items:

•	Card Guard installation program and customized merchant data file:  This is packaged as a very small, self-installing, self-extracting Windows file.  It is perfect for making available to your users via your Web page.

•	ZIP file version of above; just in case you prefer that format.

•	Decoding program: Allows you to convert Card Guard codes sent by your customers back into the corresponding credit card number.

•	Electronic Form reading program: Automatically interprets form data sent to your E-mail address from your Web page, including conversion of the Card Guard code to a credit card number.

•	Supplemental printed documentation

•	Unlimited phone, fax, E-mail support from Logic Pulse.

The merchant version costs only $49.95 US.  Order today!


Unguard Screen Shot


Formread screen shot


Using Card Guard on your Web page
Using Card Guard on your Web Site

When you order Card Guard, you will receive two important files that you should link to any order form you create for your Web site.

•	The merchant data file, for use by persons visiting your site who already have Card Guard installed on their PC's.  The visitor can click on this link to popup Card Guard with your merchant name selected.  They then simply copy the code to your Web form.

•	The Card Guard encoder software is sent to you in a custom-made, self-installing .EXE file.  Place a link for this file on your site to allow visitors to download and install Card Guard.  They simply click on the link and save the .EXE file to disk.  When they run it, it extracts the contents, installs it on their hard disk, configures their browser, and loads Card Guard, automatically selecting you as the merchant.  They then simply enter their credit card number and copy the code to your Web form.

For a sample Web page using Card Guard, visit Logic Pulse at:

http://carolina-chat.com/ logpul / homepage.htm         -or-

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LogicPulse

If you need to create forms for your Web site, we recommend:

Hot Dog Professional Web Editor by Sausage Software.
Web Forms by Q & D Software Development.


Ordering Card Guard

We offer several convenient methods of ordering.  You can even use Card Guard to order Card Guard!

Order from our Web site

Order by E-mail

Order by phone

Order by fax or mail

Order on Compuserve

The price of Card Guard is $49.95 US.  There is an additional shipping charge of $4.00 for orders outside the US.  For information on what you will receive, see What's included with the merchant version?


Order from our Web site
An excellent way to see how Card Guard can be used is by ordering from our Web site.  The address is:  http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LogicPulse


Order by EMail
E-mail orders must include the following information:

•	Merchant or business name

•	Shipping address

•	Phone number (optional)

•	Credit card number of Card Guard code
(please select "Logic Pulse" as merchant in Card Guard)
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express

•	Credit card expiration date

Send to Logic Pulse at CIS: 73313,3443 -or-
Internet: 73313.3443@compuserve.com


Order by phone
Our toll-free order line can be reached Monday-Friday, 9AM to 3PM E.S.T.  You may leave your order on voice mail after hours.  The number is:

800-359-8341

International callers can reach the order desk at:

803-871-9812

Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted.


Order by fax or mail
Click the "Print" button to create a hardcopy of this order form.

Merchant Name:____________________________________________

Shipping Address:__________________________________

                 __________________________________

                 __________________________________

                 __________________________________

Phone (optional):__________________________________

Select method of payment:

___ Visa                    Card Num.:____________________

___ MasterCard              Expiration Date:______________

___ American Express

___ Check (U.S. funds only)

___ Company Purchase Order  P.O. Number:__________________
----------------------------------------------------------

                            Price: $49.95 US

     Add shipping if outside U.S.: $4.00
                                   ----------

                            Total: __________

Fax To:
Logic Pulse
800-359-8341 -or- 803-871-9812

Mail To:
Logic Pulse
309 Black Oak Blvd.
Summerville, SC 29485


Order on Compuserve

If you are a member, you can place your order on Compuserve using the Shareware Registration service.  The charge will be billed along with your normal Compuserve account charges.

Just GO SWREG to access the service.  Specify product number #10689.


License and Disclaimer Agreement

Card Guard® Copyright © 1996 Logic Pulse. All rights reserved.

License Agreement

You should carefully read the following terms and conditions before using this software.  Your use of this software indicates your acceptance of this license agreement and disclaimer of warranty.

Card Guard Encoder

The Card Guard encoder software (GUARD.EXE) and this Help file are freely distributeable via online services, such as the Internet and BBS's, in their unmodified form.  This portion of the software is free to the end user, however, Logic Pulse retains all copyrights and reserves the rights to distribution of this software by means other than via online services.  This includes distribution on floppy disk, CD-ROM, fixed disk, or any other means other than online.  Under no circumstances are you permitted to sell or charge a fee for duplication or distribution of this software without written permission from Logic Pulse.  Under no circumstances are you permitted to make any modifications to this software or its documentation.  Registered merchants who purchase the Card Guard decoder software (UNGUARD.EXE) are also prohibited from charging a fee for the use of, or to distribute, the Card Guard encoder software.

Card Guard Decoder

Registered merchants who purchase the Card Guard decoder software (UNGUARD.EXE) are granted a license to install this software and the accompanying tools and documentation files on a single computer system.

Governing Law

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina.

Disclaimer of Warranty

THIS SOFTWARE AND THE ACCOMPANYING FILES ARE SOLD "AS IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES AS TO PERFORMANCE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.  In particular, there is no warranty that the use of this software will prevent unauthorized use of, or access to, your credit card information.  Because of the various hardware and software environments into which Card Guard may be put, NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS OFFERED.

Good data processing procedure dictates that any program be thoroughly tested with non-critical data before relying on it.  The user must assume the entire risk of using the program.  ANY LIABILITY OF THE SELLER WILL BE LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY TO PRODUCT REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF PURCHASE PRICE.


Contact Logic Pulse

We would love to hear your comments and suggestions.

World Wide Web:
http://carolina-chat.com/logpul/homepage.htm
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LogicPulse

Electronic Mail:
CIS 73313,3443
Internet 73313.3443@compuserve.com

Phone:
803-871-9812 -or-
800-359-8341 (orders only, please)

Mail:
Logic Pulse
309 Black Oak Blvd.
Summerville, SC 29485


Using Card Guard
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freely distributeable

Software which can be freely copied and used without payment is called freely-distributeable.  This applies to the Card Guard encoding software and help file only.  Logic Pulse retains all copyrights and rights of distribution to this software.


Hot Dog Professional Web Editor by Sausage Software.

visit http://www.sausage.com


merchant data file

A small file ending in .CGD that is specifically created for each merchant using Card Guard.


registered merchant

A merchant or business that has purchased the Card Guard system and obtained their unique merchant data files for encoding and decoding credit card numbers.


Web browser

A program used for accessing sites on the World Wide Web.  Card Guard has built-in support for Netscape, Microsoft, and Spry browsers, but can be used by any browser software.


Web Forms by Q & D Software Development.

Visit http://www.q-d.com