ARS Automatic Retrieval Software (tm) from NATIONAL SHAREWARE LIBRARY, Inc (tm) copyright 1993 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ voice fax data bbs cis netmail 715-387-1700 715-387-2748 715-387-2122 715-387-1339 76100,206 1:238/501 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Automatic Retrieval Software (tm) or ARS provides automatic access to tens of thousands of program written by thousands of authors from national archives of shareware, public domain, and freeware programs. INTERFACE: Easy to use graphical or text mousable DOS & WINDOWS interface Shared program files in DOS and Windows versions Hoykeys and toolbar options for menu selections CATALOGS: Offline file searches and requests for maximum cost savings User selectable catalogs from 100+ categories Access to all catalogs and catalog updates upon registration (FREE!) Automatic updates of selected catalogs Automatic updates of top 100 list Extensive search capabilities by: viewing catalogs lists keyword searches topic (text) searches date range filename Request file by name (even without appropriate catalog) Verbose (long) descriptions requestable FILE TRANSFERS: All data lines support MNP-5, v.42, v.42bis, v.32, v.32bis, HST 16.8 Throughput to 57,600 bps, all numbers 24hrs/day 7 days/week Support for v.34 (v.fast) when available Automated login without scripts, passwords, or lengthy bulletins Dependable unattended transfer of files Fastest possible transfers of data Option to do immediate request or do automatic timed retrieval Previously received files are tagged to avoid duplicate requests MISC: Automatic program updates Special offers available Low cost annual subscription Automatic credit card processing for subscriptions/special offers Ability to review shareware Configuration options Auto configuration of modem from a list Optional custom modem installation Configurable cost estimations/flags Log file available for external processing Built in electronic mail for support Online, BBS, voice, and fax technical support