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Old 07-25-2008, 12:11 PM  
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I have one comment about this. I loved DOS because it came with a 400+ page manual covering every command, including how to make batch menus and whatnot. Even Windows 3.11 had a passable manual. These days you get a CD rom and a "Quick Start Guide" that only tells you how to insert a CD and press "OK." If you want me to enjoy using your program, TELL ME HOW TO USE IT. No, I don't want to go try to figure out which book on Amazon covers the right version and application of your software, then wait for it to arrive. I want the info to come with the software. And no, a Help menu does not count as a manual.

ARG.

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You are so right it sucks.
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