readme.txt Created 9/4/96. Updated 9/12/96 This is the readme file for Nanoware's Computer Geek Test. Entire contents Copyright (c) 1996 by Nanoware, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names referenced herein are property of their respective companies. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction This application will pose a Computer Geek related question each time it is started. If you install it in your Windows 95 startup group, you will get a humorous question every time your PC starts. There are several modes of operation so you can select the most appropriate for your needs. The download version comes with 30 test questions. If you like this application, you may place an order with Nanoware to get a version that contains 220 questions. Since you have admitted that either you or someone you know is a Computer Geek just by placing an order, we have several items that we ship along with your diskettes. First and foremost is a certificate (suitable for framing or tacking to a cubicle wall) that states you are an official Computer Geek. Secondly, you are entitled to have your name listed on the World Wide Web in Nanoware's Official Computer Geeks Hall Of Fame. Simply fill out the form, return and your name will be posted in our Computer Geeks Hall Of Fame within 2 weeks. Third, we include a pocket protector that you can use to show the world you are a real Computer Geek. All of the above is available for just $19.95 + $2.95 ($7.95 international) S&H. Nanoware's Computer Geek Test makes a great gift for yourself or for that special Computer Geek in your life. Please use the order form provided with the application (or print a copy from our web site http://www.nanoware.com). ------------------------------------------------------------------ System Requirements 486 or above VGA or above Windows 95 Mouse ------------------------------------------------------------------ Installation Give me a break, your supposed to be a Computer Geek. Okay, here's a hint. Unzip it if its zipped, then run setup. You can set up the application to run at startup by placing its icon in the startup folder. This is accomplished by right mouse clicking the task bar, select properties, then select Start Menu programs, select Add then Browse. Navigate to the directory that you installed Geek, typically C:/Program Files/Geek, and select Geek.exe. Finally, select the Startup directory. If desired, you could also add a shortcut on the desktop by right clicking the desktop and selecting the Add Shortcut. Navigate as before and select Geek.exe. Of course, you should already know how to do the above. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Ordering Nanoware's Official Computer Geek Kit Please use the order form provided with the application (click Help, then Order) or print a copy from our web site at http://www.nanoware.com. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contact Information E-Mail: 75451.1443@compuserve.com www: http:/www.nanoware.com ------------------------------------------------------------ Other Great Nanoware Products... Since your already a Computer Geek, here's something you could probably use. Its called NanoSecond and is used to set your PC clock based on the atomic clocks at either NIST or the USNO. Visit our web site at http://www.nanoware.com and pick up a copy. We also sell Active-X controls for Visual Basic. Visit our web site for more details and to download free trial copies. ----------------------------------------------------------------- License ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING THIS SOFTWARE. THE INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY LOADING THIS PACKAGE (THE "END USER") AGREES TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE, DO NOT USE THE SOFTWARE. The enclosed computer program(s) and the accompanying documentation are provided to the End-User by Nanoware, Inc., a Florida Corporation ("Licensor") for use only under the following terms. Licensor reserves any right not expressly granted to the End-user. The End-User owns the disk on which the Software is recorded, but Licensor retains ownership of all copies of the Software itself. The End-User assumes sole responsibility for the installation, use and results obtained from use of the Software. 1. License. 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