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  *                        Jailbird - Version 2.11                       *
  *                   Copyright (c) 1993 by LB Software                  *
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  *                       Published exclusively by:                      *
  *                         RMH Computer Services                        *
  *                              PO Box  657                             *
  *                       Beech Grove IN 46107-0657                      *
  *                            (317)  782-9903                           *
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
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Jailbird requires that the computer have at least a VGA monitor and card, 
and a mouse. It should operate under virtually any memory configuration, 
but 512k is recommended. DOS v2.1 or higher.

INSTALLATION: 
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Installation of Jailbird is very easy. You can operate Jailbird from a 
floppy disk simply by placing all of the distribution files on a floppy 
disk, insert the disk in your floppy drive, switch to that drive and start 
the program.  If you would prefer to install the program on your hard disk 
drive, simply create a subdirectory on your hard drive (i.e. \JAILBIRD) and 
place all of the distribution files in that directory. Then, you can switch 
to that subdirectory and start the program.

QUICK START: 
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In order to make FULL use of this entertaining program, you will need to 
fully read the documentation, which is contained in a file called 
JAILBIRD.DOC. But since the program is fairly self-explainatory, you can 
probably operate it without any detailed instructions. To start the 
program, simply switch to the JAILBIRD subdirectory, or the floppy drive 
containing the JAILBIRD disk, type JAILBIRD, and press the [ENTER] key. 
You'll find yourself at the input window, where you can begin typing in 
your personalized information.


PRINTING THE DOCUMENTATION:
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The documentation file (JAILBIRD.DOC) is formatted for 70-characters per 
line, and 60-lines per page. To print the documentation, you can simply 
issue the following command from the DOS command line:

     COPY JAILBIRD.DOC PRN

The documentation file contains form-feed characters, so it can also be 
printed by various printing utilities.


Jailbird is Shareware!
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The registration fee for Jailbird is $19.00 (US). You are entitled to 
evaluate Jailbird 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. Simply issue the DOS command "COPY REGISTER.TXT PRN" 
and press the [ENTER] key to print the form, fill it out, and mail it 
(along with your payment) to the address listed.

The shareware copy of Jailbird 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 of JAILBIRD will display the owners name in
        the "ABOUT" window.

     4) Registered copies of JAILBIRD will not print the "watermark" 
        on the printed copies.

     5) Support via the phone, by fax, mail, CompuServe, and various 
        other message networks.

     6) A 30 day money-back guarantee.

     7) Special discounts and online credits for CompuServe.

     8) Special discounts on magazines, newsletter, and products from 
        Public (software) Libraries.

     9) Special discounts on Shareware Magazine, one of the industry's 
        foremost publications, by Mike Callahan (alias Dr. FileFinder)

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? 
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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!