



                               About AUTO PRICE

  Thank you for using AUTO PRICE.

  AUTO PRICE is the property and is copyright by AIM Software, 2970
  Williams Drive #232, Georgetown, TX.  78628.

  Starting in January 1994, Shareware Service will be handling the
  registration of AUTO PRICE.  See the order form for their number and
  address.  A new feature for 1994, is the ability to convert a shareware
  version of AUTO PRICE into a register version (including invoice prices).


  DESCRIPTION:

     New car pricing program.  Menu driven program to select make,
     model, style, & options.  Includes printer output and loan table.
     Intelligent data base adds/deletes equipment, checks requirements,
     and changes prices of options based on selected option.


  PURPOSE OF PROGRAM:

     This program was originally written for individuals who plan on
     purchasing a new automobile.  The program provides an easy way of
     price comparisons between cars and/or equipment and provides price
     information when dealing with a new car salesman.  The program
     provides similar information found in car pricing books that are
     sold in the magazine racks.  AUTO PRICE replaces the book, scratch
     pad, and calculator, while providing instant running cost as
     changes are made.


  FILES:

     The following files are included in AUTO PRICE:

          README   AP         Install information.
          AP94     EXE        AUTO PRICE program.
          AP_LOGO  DAT        Logo screen data.
          AP_HELP  TXT        Help File.
          AP_CONF  TXT        Configuration data for EXE file.
          AP_GUIDE TXT        User guide
          AP_ABOUT TXT        This file.
          AP_ORDER TXT        Order form to register AUTO PRICE.
          AP_LEGAL TXT        Legal text file.
          CONFIG   94         Configuration data for EXE file.
          OPTION   94         Universal option/equipment file for 1994.
          USAC     94         US auto data file.
          FA-M     94         Foreign (A-M) auto data file.
          FN-Z     94         Foreign (N-Z) auto data file.
          TV       94         Truck, Van, & Utility auto data file.
          FILE_ID  DIZ        Description, used by BB.
          VENDOR   DOC        Instruction for shareware vendors.



     All files with a extension of "TXT" are text and can be printed via
     DOS print or copy command.  All files with a extension of "94" are
     encrypted.

     Do not attempt to modify the data files.  Any modification may make
     them unusable.


  PHONE SUPPORT:

     AIM Software will provide phone support.  FAX machine should be
     available at all times.  The following voice phone hours are planned
     for technical support:

                 Central Time Zone            Response Level

              10am - 6pm   Week days        60/40  Person/machine
               9pm - 8am   All days         Answer machine only
              Other times & Weekends        30/70  Person/machine


  REGISTER AUTO PRICE:

     Registering AUTO PRICE has two advantages.  First the register
     version contains INVOICE PRICES.  Second, you will receive the
     latest update which is a continuous process until approximately
     June.


  NEXT YEARS RELEASE:

     The next model year version will probably start in September.  Cars
     will be given first priority, and should be completed in December.
     The following sequence is planned for updating data:

                              Cars (all)
                              Mini Vans
                              Foreign trucks and utility
                              US Utility
                              US Trucks and Vans

     Shareware version will be released at least once a year (Dec/Jan).

     Orders will be taken at all times.  If you order early in a model
     year you may get a mix of two years pricing.  Call to get the
     latest update information.

     Plans are to send registered users a new release notice.



  PROGRAM INFORMATION:

     The AUTO PRICE program is written in "C".

     The data is encrypted ASCII files.  The data includes intelligences
     to check requirements, changes the status of options/equipment,
     change the price of options, and provide cross reference between
     options and equipment.

     AUTO PRICE is flexible enough to support most any product that is
     priced similar to automobiles, therefore, anyone interested in a
     special product line may call (512) 863-8357.  Examples of products
     that could be priced by this program are boats, computers, trailers,
     etc.


   VERSION NUMBERS:

     The following convention is used for AUTO PRICE version numbers:

         The first digit represents major revision level.  This usually
              includes major design changes and/or new features.
         The second digit represents the model year and may include
              significant changes from the previous year.
         The last digit represents minor revisions.  This number resets
              to 0 for each model year.  Normal changes include bug
              fixes, changes in auto data structure, and minor user
              interface changes.


  COMMERCIAL USERS:

     In addition to individual user, loan officers, car dealers,
     insurance agents, etc., may find this program useful in their
     businesses.  The program is not recommended for lease company, car
     brokers, or other business that purchase automobiles and base their
     cost on this program.  AUTO PRICE is continuously being updated,
     however, the prices are usually several months behind manufacturers
     price.

     No fees can be charged for any output from the AUTO PRICE program.
     The program can not be used by and persons or organization that
     charges for auto price quotes.

     Commercial clients may provide an IBM PC compatible computer with
     AUTO PRICE program installed for their customers use.  For
     instance, a credit union may provide a computer and printer in the
     lobby for its customers to price out a new car.  A XT computer with
     a hard drive is sufficient to run AUTO PRICE.  AUTO PRICE can be
     set up to run on such a machine without the "Quit" option on the
     main menu.

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