________________________________________________________________________________ LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY - Version 1.0 By Daniel Gonzalez 5423 Bakersfield San Antonio, TX 78228-6514 Copyright (C) 1994, Daniel Gonzalez All Rights Reserved. ________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM DESCRIPTION LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY is a great educational program that takes advantage of the Windows environment. This program is a great way for everyone to learn more about the geography of the United States. LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY contains 6 different maps of the United States. These maps are: 1. - The current map of the United States. The initial information appearing on the bottom of the screen are facts pertaining to the entire country. Pressing the buttons on the map will yield information about a particular state. * Note - population figures for the United States and its respective states are based on the 1990 census. 2. - Regions of the United States. This map shows the major regions of the country. Pressing the buttons on the map will yield information about major cities, industries, population, and area of a particular region. 3. - Territorial expansion of the United States. This map illustrates the different territories that the United States acquired since the 13 original colonies. Each territory contains a button that reveals its history. 4. - Famous trails of the United States. An illustration of all the important trails and roads that united the nation from coast to coast. Like the previous maps, each trail contains a button that explains the route and history. 5. - Population centers of the United States. This map reveals the states with the largest and smallest population. 6. - Different time zones of the country. This map highlights the states in their respective time zones. In addition to the above maps, LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY has a quiz mode that tests your knowledge of the states and their capitals, state bird, tree, flower, region, nickname,song, yearof statehood. Furthermore, the program contains various graphs depicting current information about the country. The registered version contains two additional maps - the United States at the time of the Revolutionary and Civil War. Each of these maps contains the location and information of all the major battles. Furthermore, certificates are printed for high scores obtained on the quiz modes. _______________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY requires the following : Microsoft Windows 3.X running in standard or enhanced mode. 286 or higher microprocessor. Video board that supports VGA graphics. 1 MB of memory. VBRUN300.DLL runtime library. _______________________________________________________________________________ INSTALLATION PROCEDURES To install LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY v1.0, copy the files to your hard disk (in any directory) and add states.exe to one of your Program Manager groups. Run it by clicking on the icon. _______________________________________________________________________________ REQUIRED FILES FOR DISTRIBUTION This program includes the following files : Files ending with a BMP extension - Map files. FILE_ID.DIZ - Program description for bulletin board services. VBRUN300.DLL - Visual Basic runtime library. VER.DLL - Windows version checking. STATES.EXE - Learn USA executable file. USAREG.TXT - Registration form of Learn USA. SCHOOLS.TXT - Registration form of Learn USA for educational institutions. README.TXT - Program overview and other pertinent information (this file). _______________________________________________________________________________ DISTRIBUTION Shareware vendors, BBS, and other distributors are encouraged to copy and distribute this program as long as the following conditions are met : 1. All the files included with this program must be distributed in its original unmodified form, including this text file. Please see the "FILES INCLUDED WITH THIS PROGRAM" section for the list of files that must be included when distributing this program. 2. The Shareware concept must be explicitly stated in catalogs, flyers, or any other promotional medium. _______________________________________________________________________________ REGISTRATION LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY is distributed as Shareware. Shareware is a software phenomenon that allows you to try before you buy. If you continue to use this program beyond the evaluation period of 21 days, you are then required to register this software. Incentives for registering this software entitles you to receive the latest version of LEARN USA GEOGRAPHY, which includes the Revolutionary and Civil War maps complete with the major battles and information about each of them. Additionally, the registered version will print certificates for individuals scoring well on the quizzes. There are two ways of registering this program. One way is to print the text file called USAREG.TXT. In the DOS prompt, type PRINT USAREG.TXT and press enter. The registeration form will print out. Or, select REGISTRATION within the program located on the top of the screen. Fill out the required information and press the print button. Mail the registration form with the registration fee of $8.00 (U.S. dollars) to : Daniel Gonzalez 5423 Bakersfield San Antonio, TX 78228-6514 The following methods of payment are acceptable : 1. Checks or Money Orders in U.S. dollars drawn on a U.S. bank. Please make the checks payable to : Daniel Gonzalez. 2. Cash (U.S. dollars). For extra protection, please send certified mail. Allow one week for delivery. Please register your software. Your honesty pays. * Note - Schools and other educational institutions, please refer to the text file SCHOOLS.TXT for site licensing prices. _______________________________________________________________________________ DISCLAIMER This software is sold "as is", without any warranty as to performance or any other warranties whether expressed or implied. Because of the many hardware and software environments into which this program may be used, no warranty of fitness for a particular purpose is offered. The user must assume the entire risk of using this program. Any liability of the seller will be limited exclusively to product replacement or the refund of the registration fee. _______________________________________________________________________________ SUPPORT If you find any problems with this program, please do not hesitate to contact me. I will investigate the problem and do my best to find the solution. Furthermore, I would also like to receive any reviews, comments, suggestions, etc., about this program. Please forward any questions or reviews to the following address : Daniel Gonzalez 5423 Bakersfield San Antonio, TX 78228-6514 Thank you for trying this program.