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Lexicon Shareware, version 1.3
Windows 95/98 platform
(C) Copyright 1997-1999. Nature Boy Software
All rights reserved. 
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CONTENTS 
	1.  INTRODUCTION
        2.  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
	3.  FILE INFORMATION
        4.  REGISTERING
        5.  OBTAINING LATEST INFORMATION / PATCHES
	6.  CONTACTING NATURE BOY SOFTWARE



1.  INTRODUCTION 
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Welcome to Lexicon. This file details information on the game
and how to get in contact with Nature Boy Software. For more
detailed information on playing the game, see the Lexicon
user's manual.



2.  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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Lexicon requires the following:
IBM PC and Compatibles
Pentium processor or better
Mouse
VGA Compatible Display (640x480 resolution with 8-bit (256) color)
8MB RAM minimum, 16MB recommended
Windows 95/98
Installed "Direct X" drivers
Hard Drive with at least 8 MB free

About Direct X drivers:
This game requires Microsoft DirectX 5.2 or later. Direct X is a
set of drivers (programs) for Windows 95 developed by Microsoft
to improve performance and provide greater compatibility for new
computer games and other software. If you do not already have 
Direct X, you can obtain a copy from Microsoft's web site at:

  http://www.microsoft.com/directx



3.  FILE INFORMATION 
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LEXICON.EXE is the application you will run to play the game. A shortcut for
it has been created in the program group you specified during installation.

During gameplay, Lexicon will create a high-scores file named "HIGH SCORES",
as well as a new folder named "SavedGames" which will contain any games 
saved during play. These items will not be removed from your system if you
perform an uninstall, so they should be removed manually.

A shortcut for uninstalling (removing) Lexicon from your hard drive is also 
provided in your program group.

A shortcut for the Lexicon User's Manual is provided in your program group 
as well. This manual contains all of the information you will need on how to 
play Lexicon. This information is also available from within the game by 
selecting the HELP button (rock) while in the main control screen (the pond 
with the lily-pads).



4.  REGISTERING
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If you enjoy the shareware version of Lexicon and want to see more,
please register your copy. By registering, you will receive the full
version of Lexicon, featuring...

* Many more tile layout patterns for each game type.
* Tougher computer opponents (Average Joe & Tough Tom).
* A fully editable dictionary.
* Saving and loading of games.
* Play head-to-head against others over the internet, LANs, modem
  and serial port connections.
* High scores are permanently saved to disk.
* Word hints (suggestions) available during gameplay.

This shareware version of Lexicon is a convertible demo. That is, it
can be converted into the registered version simply by entering your
registration code within the program. To register Lexicon and obtain
your registration code, read the file Order.txt.



5.  OBTAINING LATEST INFORMATION / PATCHES
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Updates to Lexicon will be made as deemed necessary by Nature Boy Software
to ensure playability and compatibility to the user community. These updates
will be made available to the public free of charge, and can be found on
our web site at:

       www.NatureBoySoftware.com



6.  CONTACTING NATURE BOY SOFTWARE
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Nature Boy Software
9810 Tara Court
Burke, VA 22015-3124 USA

www.NatureBoySoftware.com
 
Internet Email: info@NatureBoySoftware.com
Phone: (703) 425-8314 Monday-Friday, 9am - 6pm EST
 
Lexicon Representative... 

Chuck Mastrandrea 
Internet Email: chuck@NatureBoySoftware.com