ProgressBars 1.0
© 1999-2002, Stefan Schramm
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Welcome!
Thank you for your interest in ProgressBars. If you have downloaded this software from somewhere other than the rootsolutions homepage, please make sure you have the latest version by clicking here.
Even if you are not a registered user, you can find out about new releases by joining the mailing list.
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About ProgressBars
ProgressBars is an application which lets you put up messages on your screen and attach progress bars to them. Use it as a 'screensaver', to deter people from using your computer, or just to display fun messages. ProgressBars was originally developed for an exhibition/installation project. If you want to find out more about this project, visit www.art-invaders.com.
Key features
- puts up progress bars in an endless loop.
- customizable messages for progress bars.
- messages can be cycled or picked at random.
- adjustable progress bar speed.
- optional advertising messages.
- optional graphics.
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System requirements
Macintosh
- PPC 601 Macintosh or higher.
- 16 Mb RAM minimum.
- 24 Mb hard disk space.
- OS 8.1 or later.
- Color monitor.
- Quicktime.
- A free copy of Stuffit Expander.
Windows
- 486/33 CPU or higher.
- 16 Mb RAM minimum.
- 30 Mb hard disk space.
- Windows 95 or higher.
- Internet Explorer 4.0 or later.
- Quicktime.
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Installing ProgressBars
ProgressBars consists of a number of files that are distributed as a single compressed archive. If you have received an 'unpacked' copy (consisting of single files), it is recommended that you download a fresh copy, because your copy is probably incomplete or has been tampered with. ProgressBars does not run on a locked volume, such as a CD ROM. You must copy it to your hard disk or some other writable volume.
Macintosh
- Unstuff the archive. A folder called 'ProgressBars (version#)' is created on your hard disk. After you have expanded the file and verified operation, you can delete the compressed file to reclaim hard disk space or pass it on to someone else.
- Drag the folder to the preferred location on your hard disk. Important: Please make sure that all files remain inside the ProgressBars folder. Do not move or remove them independently and do not change any file names, otherwise fatal errors will occur.
- Open the folder and double click the ProgressBars application icon. Your copy is verified and initialized. Installation is now complete. If any errors are returned during this procedure, your copy is probably damaged. Please make sure you have followed these instructions and try again. If you still have problems, contact technical support.
Tip: Create an alias of the main file (with the ProgressBars icon) and drag it onto your desktop, or move it to the Apple menu (by dragging it into the 'Apple menu items' folder inside your system folder). Do not move the file independently. Create an alias instead.
Windows
- Doubleclick the download archive and follow the on-screen instructions to install ProgressBars. When installation is complete, you can delete the compressed file to reclaim hard disk space or pass it on to someone else.
- If you accepted all defaults during installation, ProgressBars is available from the Windown 'Start' menu, along with an internet shortcut to the rootsolutions website and an 'Uninstall' program, should you ever wish to delete ProgressBars. In addition, a desktop shortcut is created.
- Start the ProgressBars application. Your copy is verified and initialized. Installation is now complete. If any errors are returned during this procedure, your copy is probably damaged. Please make sure you have followed these instructions and try again. If you still have problems, contact technical support.
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License agreement
This license aggreement replaces any license agrement of previous versions where they may differ.
- rootsolutions grants you a non-exclusive license to use the software free of charge if your use of the software is for the purpose of evaluating whether to purchase an ongoing license to the software. The evaluation period is limited to 30 days. After that you are required to purchase a license or delete your evaluation copy.
- If you are publishing a CD-ROM collection of software, you may include the software without restriction, provided that an original package as provided by the rootsolutions download link is used. You must notify rootsolutions about such use by sending an informal note to info@rootsolutions.de.
- The software is provided “as is” and without warranty, express and implied, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will rootsolutions be liable for any damages, including lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental or consequential damages, even if rootsolutions is advised of the possibility of such damages, or for any claim by you or any third party.
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How to order
ProgressBars prices:
Single user license: US$ 10.00
Discount license: US$ 8.00 (3+ licenses)
Upgrade: free for registered users.
Before you buy, you can try the software as outlined in the license agreement. After that, you must register your copy. After your payment is received, you will be sent a password.
Payments are handled by KAGI. Most people prefer to order online, because that is the fastest and most convenient option; however, if you feel uncomfortable or are unable to order online, you can also use the Register application.
Ordering online
Order using KAGI's secure order page.
Order using KAGI's non secure order page (not recommended). Do this only if your browser cannot handle secure transactions.
Ordering with 'Register'
If you do not want to order online, please open the Register program. You can pay by credit card, cheque, or cash from many countries. Enter your name and email address, scroll down to the desired program, if necessary, and enter the number and type of license(s) you want.
Paying by credit card via email
Email the data to Kagi at sales@kagi.com. You can either copy the data from Register and paste it into the body of an email message or you can save the data to a file and attach that file to an email message. There is no need to compress the data file, it's already pretty small. Payments sent via email are processed within 3 to 4 days. You will receive an email acknowledgement when it is processed.
Paying by credit card via fax
You can fax the data to Kagi at +1 510 652-6589. If you have a fax modem, just print the data to the Kagi fax number. Payments sent via fax take up to 10 days and if you provide a correct email address you will receive an email acknowledgement.
Paying by check or cash
If you are paying with cash or US$ check you should print the data using the Register application and send it to the address shown on the form, which is:
Kagi
1442-A Walnut Street #392-UUF
Berkeley, California 94709-1405
USA
You can pay with a wide variety of cash from different countries but if you pay by check, it must be a check in US dollars drawn on a US bank. Kagi cannot accept checks in other currencies, because the conversion rate for non-US checks is around US$ 15 per check.
FAQ: Can I receive an invoice? If you have a purchasing department, you can enter all the data into the Register program and then select Invoice as your payment method. Print three copies of the form and send it to your accounts payable people. You might want to highlight the line that mentions that they must include a copy of the form with their payment. Kagi can not invoice your company, you need to act on my behalf and generate the invoice and handle all the paperwork on your end.
Special information for German customers
Wenn Sie die Gebühr lieber in Euro überweisen möchten, als mit Kreditkarte in US$ zu bezahlen, schreiben Sie bitte eine kurze mail an info@rootsolutions.de. Ich werde Ihnen dann die Bankverbindung mitteilen. Das Passwort wird nach Zahlungeingang an die gleiche email Adresse geschickt. Die Preise in Euro verstehen sich zzgl. MwSt. Eine Rechnung wird Ihnen auf Wunsch zugesendet.
Einzelplatz Lizenz: EUR 10.00
Discount Lizenz (3 oder mehr Lizenzen): EUR 8.00
Upgrades: EUR 0.00
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Upgrading from a previous version
Upgrades to new versions of ProgressBars are always free to registered users. To receive your free upgrade password, please follow these simple steps:
- Go the registration screen of the main menu.
- Copy the upgrade code (by clicking the button) into an e-mail message and send it to support@rootsolutions.de. Please put 'ProgressBars upgrade' in the subject line of the mail message.
- Please do not send the code if you are not a registered user. Without prior registration, your mail cannot be processed. Your registration status will be verified and the password is sent to you via e-mail at the address you used to register. Normally, you can expect this to take 2-3 days; however, if it falls into vacation time, it may take a bit longer. Please be patient.
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