CONTENTS
- Disclaimer and viruses
- Damaged CDs
- How the CD-ROM works
- Special notes for users of Internet Explorer 2 and Netscape 2
- Technical Support & Registering Products
- Contacts
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DISCLAIMER
This CD-ROM is provided as a convenience to readers of PC World
and has
been tested extensively before release. However PC World cannot
be held
responsible for any damage to your system caused directly or indirectly
by
any software on the PC World CD-ROM, corrupted files, faulty CD-ROM
media
or viruses (or similar programs such as Trojan horses or Worms).
Third party
programs such as demos, freeware and shareware are supplied
"as-is" and PC World does not have the resources to provide
support for
these programs. Any questions you have should be directed to the
vendors of
these programs.
VIRUSES
The
PC World Plus CD is scanned for viruses and machines used for producing
the CDs are also monitored for unusual behavior. However, it is
highly
recommended that you check each CD-ROM for viruses. If you wish
to stop the
CD's autorun file from starting, so you can check for viruses before
launching it, then hold the shift key down while inserting the CD
into
your PC (this will work only for Windows 95/98/NT).
DAMAGED
CDs
If your
CD arrived damaged, please e-mail subscriptions@idg.co.nz with
a description of the damage and your contact information. Or you
can
phone PC World's subscriptions department on 0-9-377 9902 or 0800
IDG SUBS.
If possible, please have your subscriber number on hand.
Replacement CDs are available for a short time after the publication
date and while we endeavor to keep a supply of spare CDs, we cannot
guarantee they will always be available. Replacement CDs may be
sent with
alternative packaging to the CD case.
PLEASE
NOTE:
If a CD does not work in your PC, please check the surface of the
CD
for dust, scratches, cracks or other imperfections. Also, if possible,
test
the CD in another PC to see whether the problem is on your PC or
you have a
faulty CD.
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HOW THE CD-ROM
WORKS
AUTOMATICALLY LAUNCHES YOUR BROWSER
This CD was designed in the form of an offline, interactive Web
site, and
so runs entirely from a Web browser.
You do NOT
have to be connected to the Internet to access the contents
ofthis CD.
For Windows
95, 98 and NT users, simply insert the CD-ROM into its
drive, and the CD should launch your default Web browser immediately,
loading
up the main page to take you through the CD. You can also double
click on
index.htm in the root of the CD to access the same page from within
your browser.
For Linux
and Windows 3.1 users (or those who have switched off the
"autorun" feature in Windows 95/98/NT), simply insert
the CD into the
CD drive and launch your Web browser. From the browser menu, choose
File,
Open..., and open the file index.htm in the root of the CD-ROM.
ERROR MESSAGES
FROM YOUR BROWSER
If you receive an error message from your Web browser when trying
to access a Website (such as the PC World Website), please make sure your modem
is switched on and you are connected to the Internet.
DON'T HAVE
A BROWSER?
If you do not have a Web browser, go to the root directory of the
CD-ROM and double-click start16.exe. This program is for Windows
3.x/95/98/NT
operating systems. The installation program will check your system
and
install the Web browser of your choice.
If you simply
wish to skip the interactive Web browser interface
(recommended for advanced users only), then you can still access
all of
the software on the CD-ROM. Simply copy the zipped or executable
programs
to your hard drive directly from the CD. However, please noet that
the CD
often contains important information relating to a program such
as a
password, installation instructions or other crucial details.
DOWNLOADING
FILES
Some installation programs must be run from directly from the CD,
such
as Internet Explorer or Windows system updates. In these cases there
will
NOT be a download link and further instruction will be given.
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SPECIAL NOTES FOR USERS OF INTERNET EXPLORER 2
AND NETSCAPE 2
If
you use version 2 of either Netscape or Internet Explorer, some
of
the images on the CD and frames may not display correctly (the opening
screen may be blank). In order to get the most from the CD, it is
strongly
recommended that you use version 3 or later of these programs. If
you
wish to install the latest version of the browsers on this CD, go
to the
Browsers folder and open Browsers.htm for further instructions.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT & REGISTERING PRODUCTS
The
programs on this CD are supplied "as is" from the software
vendors.
If
you are having any difficulties using a particular program on this
CD, please contact the vendor.
The Help Screen
section of this CD contains over 2000 tips for using
hardware and software. It may contain the answer to your problem.
PC World cannot
supply registration numbers, passwords or technical
support for any of the programs on this CD. If the CD is damaged,
we will
replace it free of charge (see "DAMAGED CDs", above).
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CONTACTS
Editorial/content:
Chris Keall (chris_keall@idg.co.nz)
Advertising:
Stephen Wright (stephen_wright@idg.co.nz)
Design: Scott
Mendham; Additonal HTML and assistance from Creative
Digital Technology (Australia), Spiral Lines (New Zealand)
TECHNICAL
SUPPORT
Please see above "TECHNICAL SUPPORT & REGISTERING PRODUCTS".
SUGGESTIONS
Do you have an idea for a program to include on this CD? Send an
email
to chris_keall@idg.co.nz
WEB SITE:
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Phone 0-9-377 9902
Fax: 0-9-377 4604
Editorial content published in PC World, whether in the magazine,
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way without permission.
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Plus CD-ROM is to be distributed with the magazine and not
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For more contact
information, see the print copy of the magazine or
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is located
on the right hand side when viewing the CD in a browser)
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