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- (C)1993-1995 Softstar Research, Inc.
- COMMERCIAL DISTRIBUTION LICENSE AGREEMENT
-
- Information concerning non-commercial distribution (distribution is non-commercial if it is for free, or by a hobby, user
- or computer interest group to its members, or by any BBS) can be found in the help file and the README.TXT file.
- The terms below outline requirements for commercial distribution. By "commercial distribution" or "commercially
- distribute" we mean to distribute for gain (such as, but not limited to, via traditional shareware catalogs, trade shows, or
- rack vending). This file will inform the potential commercial distributor as to whether or not they have been
- automatically granted such a license for their type of distribution (if not, special written authorization is required).
- Other important information is also presented.
-
- This is an agreement between you (either an individual or an entity) and Softstar Research, Inc. By commercially
- distributing copies of the shareware evaluation version of Softstar Research, Inc. Windows Tools, you are agreeing to
- be bound by the terms of this agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, you may not distribute the
- shareware evaluation version of Softstar Research, Inc. Windows Tools.
-
- 1) COPYRIGHT:
- The shareware evaluation version of Softstar Research, Inc. Windows Tools (hereafter, "the SOFTWARE") is
- Copyright (c) 1993 by Softstar Research, Inc. and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty
- provisions. Softstar Research, Inc.. as exclusive publisher, is an authorized representative of the copyright holder.
- Except to the extent expressly licensed, the copyright holder has and reserves the exclusive copyright and other right,
- title, and interest to copy and distribute this software, and the right to use the Trademark Softstar Research, Inc.
- Windows Tools in connection with it.
-
- 2) DISTRIBUTION VIA CATALOGS:
- Catalog vendors are automatically granted a license to distribute the SOFTWARE via their catalog for a fee provided
- they agree to abide by the following terms:
-
- a) A copy of the first catalog or listing advertising the distribution of the SOFTWARE will be sent to Softstar Research,
- Inc.
-
- b) The catalog or listing must contain a statement to the effect that the SOFTWARE is not free, and that additional
- payment to the author/publisher is required after a stated evaluation period.(The standard statement required by the
- Association of Shareware Professionals is sufficient.)
-
- c) Updated versions of the SOFTWARE sent to the distributor will be reflected in what is distributed and advertised in
- the catalog or listing as soon as possible.
-
- d) Problems or complaints about the SOFTWARE will be reported to Softstar Research, Inc.
-
- 3) ALL OTHER TYPES OF DISTRIBUTION (RACKS, CD-ROM, etc.):
- Distribution of the SOFTWARE using any other method (for example: via rack vending methods, sale in a retail store,
- sale at a trade show, CD-ROM compilation, as part of some more inclusive product or service, rental or lease) requires
- special written authorization from Softstar Research, Inc. which may be subject to special licensing terms. No vendor,
- individual, group, or entity has a license to distribute the SOFTWARE using any other method without special written
- authorization from Softstar Research, Inc.(NOTE: "as part of some more inclusive product or service" does not refer to
- distribution via any type of BBS or the practice by certain catalog vendors of offering several programs on a single
- diskette or in a set of multiple diskettes.)
-
- 4) MODIFICATIONS:
- The SOFTWARE package may not be abridged or otherwise modified in any way. (NOTE: This does not refer to the
- addition of installation, informational, or advertising files by catalog vendors.)
-
- 5) REVOCATION OF LICENSE:
- The license to distribute the SOFTWARE can be revoked from any vendor, individual, group, or entity at any time for
- any reason on 90 days advance written notice.
-
- 6) DAMAGES:
- Distribution of the SOFTWARE without a license to do so is explicitly prohibited. Liquidated damages for
- unauthorized distribution shall not be less than $10.00 (in US. funds) for each individual copy of the SOFTWARE that
- is sold or transferred by the vendor, individual, group, or entity without a license to do so.
-
- 7) THIS PACKAGE (CONSISTING OF THE Softstar Research, Inc. Windows Tools AND ASSOCIATED FILES
- AND DOCUMENTATION) IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY
- KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY
- REPRESENTATIONS OR ENDORSEMENTS REGARDING THE USE OF, THE RESULTS OF, OR
- PERFORMANCE OF; ITS APPROPRIATENESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR CURRENTNESS. THE
- ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE USE OF THIS PACKAGE IS ASSUMED BY THE USER. IN NO EVENT WILL
- SOFTSTAR RESEARCH, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR
- CONSEQUENTIAL, RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE PACKAGE, EVEN IF SOFTSTAR RESEARCH,
- INC. SOFTWARE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ANY AND ALL USE
- OF THIS PACKAGE, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITH NO REGARD TO THE LEGALITY OF SUCH USE OR
- PURPOSE, IS THE COMPLETE AND SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER.
-
- Some states do not allow disclaimers of implied warranties or the exclusion of consequential damages, so the above
- disclaimers and exclusions may not apply to you.
-
- 8) GOVERNING LAW:
- This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan. Should any parts or parts of this agreement be
- deemed unlawful, the remainder shall to continue to apply.
-
- (C)1993-1995 Softstar Research, Inc.
- All Rights Reserved.
-
- If you have any questions or comments, please let us know...
-
- Softstar Research, Inc.
- 25900 Forestview Drive
- Southfield, MI 48034-6439
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- Tel: (810) 353-6436
- Fax: (810) 353-9203
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- Thanks!
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