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

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 Web site (such as the PC World Web site), 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 not 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:
www.pcworld.co.nz

IDG Communications Ltd
PO BOX 6813
Wellesley St, Auckland
Phone 0-9-377 9902
Fax: 0-9-377 4604

Editorial content published in PC World, whether in the magazine, on
the PC World CD-ROM, or on the PC World Web site may not be reproduced in any
way without permission.
Copyright IDG Communications Ltd.

The PC World Plus CD-ROM is to be distributed with the magazine and not
to be sold separately.

For more contact information, see the print copy of the magazine or
click on the PC World Online section of the CD's home page (this is located
on the right hand side when viewing the CD in a browser)