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            INFOLIST - 90 CHURCH STREET - BOX 2517 - NY, NY 10008

                       ?????????????????????????????
   Version 3.1         ??                         ??       Version 3.1
                       ??      CompuFreebies      ??                    
                       ??                         ??
                       ?????????????????????????????
          
                   
                 Louis Puccio - President, Infolist. Author.
                           
                 New update! Now includes game demo disks        
                 """"""""""" and free magazine.        



     MARGINS FORMAT - top margin:.5", bottom: .5", left/right:.3".
         
     Thanks for selecting this shareware file!   
     This listing has something for virtually all computer users.
     'CompuFreebies' is a valuable source of free promotional
     items, information, product/technical help, and many other
     things for computer users. Names and descriptions of
     everything offered are included and is very easy to use. A
     major computer monthly - PC SOURCES - has reviewed an earlier
     registered version of 'Freebies' in their April '91 issue New
     Products section. The magazine staff felt it would benefit
     their readers and was carefully considered among hundreds of
     new products. This is not a novelty or gimmick item to be
     thrown away or used up.

     The resources offered here, knowledge gained and contacts
     made will continue to be helpful for years. This is one of
     the few shareware products that offers much more value in
     material items and learning opportunity than the price paid.
     Our registered version (described later in detail) is the
     largest centralized source of demo-disks and free
     computer-related items in the U.S. available on disk. This
     file you have now has 2 parts. The first part lists companies
     offering general free items. The 2nd part lists companies
     offering 10 free videos.       

               ??????????????????????????????????????????????
               ? REGISTRATION INFO - Page 15.               ?
               ? Registered version shows how to get free   ?
               ? ADOBE TYPE MANAGER for WINDOWS. No cost!   ?
               ? No 'catches.' Sold for $100.00 + in stores!?
               ??????????????????????????????????????????????
                                                               
Note: This file    ??????????????????????????????????      Note: This
file is NOT to     ? BBS, shareware co. owners, club?      NOT to be   
be posted on       ? Presidents. See Page 26.       ?      posted on
any BBS            ?                                ?      any BBS.     
                   ??????????????????????????????????
?????????????????????????????????             
? See page 27 for information   ?               See page 33 for a     
? on how to use the games found ?               collection of jokes.  
? on this disk.                 ?              
?????????????????????????????????                                       

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     (c) COPYRIGHT 1992. LOUIS PUCCIO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This   
         file, FREEBIES 3.1, may be copied freely by anyone        
         (EXCEPT onto electronic bulletin board systems) provided  
         that no changes are made to this text file. Make as many  
         copies as necessary. Price not to exceed $9.00 per copy.

 HOW IS THIS TEXT FILE ORGANIZED

     All companies offering free items are organized by software
     categories.  In each software category (word processing,
     database, desktop publishing, games, magazines, spreadsheet,
     etc.) you'll find a company offering a free item.

 ABOUT ACTUAL SOFTWARE. (Get yours right now!)
 
     The category - 'actual software' lists companies that give
     away free software. Most will work for at least 30 days - and
     some for an unlimited time. This is the 'real thing!' You
     actually receive software which can be used. No features are
     disabled. You install it on your computer just like regular
     software you would pay for. All software listed in this
     category is not disabled and has full features.
 
     As our thanks for reading this long documentation we've
     included a listing for a company that will send free
     software. Please see the 'Actual Software' category on page
     7.                                         
 
 ABOUT DESCRIPTIONS USED HERE

     Descriptions used here are a general guide and not meant to
     be a comparison or evaluation for any product. Some
     descriptions are shorter only because the software is complex
     and could not be easily described, such as an engineering or
     scientific program. If you're seeking any good program it
     would be best to request the demo disks for all programs (if
     more than one is listed) within that category and compare. Do
     not be guided mainly by brief descriptions in deciding on the
     best software. Good decisions are based on as much good
     information as possible. I decided against writing a
     paragraph or so for each item as it would basically be unfair
     to the company (a good software feature might go unmentioned)
     and still not provide enough information for users to go
     ahead and purchase it. Nothing less than a side-by-side
     comparison of all software in each category, such as the
     major magazines do, would be fair. Even those studies must be
     carefully studied by the user. Descriptions here are used
     mainly to help in asking for the free item. 

 AUTHOR AFFILIATION
 
     
     Author of this shareware file is not employed by any
     companies listed here or in any other listing available
     from Infolist. Author has absolutely no interest or gain in
     promoting any particular company. All company names, product
     names, trademarks, etc. are property of the respective
     companies.
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     <<<<< BEFORE CONTACTING COMPANIES, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING.>>>      
           """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" 

 HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS    
      
     The following will give good results in using this list. 
     When someone answers the phone when contacting any company,
     the following short 'speech' is recommended:  "I'd like to
     receive product information about _______" (name of free
     item). If you've reached the switchboard operator you now
     will be: 1) transferred to sales, marketing, or product info.
     dept. or, 2) someone will take your name and address and send
     the item. Often the phone operator will quickly transfer you
     to some other area if you ask something about their product
     that sounds complicated. It's important, then, to quickly say
     you only want something mailed. This might often prevent a
     call from being transferred or placed on hold. If you're
     still transferred to another dept. you may have to start all
     over and ask, "I'd like to receive product information
     about_____ (name of item)". After a conversation with the
     company representative, when appropriate, mention the
     following: 

     "Please include a demo disk (or other free item) also."  This
     is better than quickly asking only for the item right away.
     Sometimes you might be asked, "Where did you hear about our
     product." You can reply, "From Infolist software catalog." 
     Often you may not speak to a sales rep. as many companies are
     large so they have many people that just mail out literature.
     Companies are more than happy to send product information.
     They will send a demo, video, booklet, seminar registration
     etc. to any individual or company and sometimes will ask
     basic information such as your company name, address,
     department, and other things. Do not be concerned about being
     pressured to buy. You can say that you'd like a demo for now
     and will call back after reviewing it. Most companies do not
     call again, I've found. You can, if you like, let them know
     what you think of the demo, information or whatever else you
     receive. In fact, they would be very happy to hear from you
     and perhaps there are other 'extras' which can be made
     available later on. It's a good idea to listen to the sales
     or marketing representative as you can learn some good basic
     information about the computer industry, computer products in
     general, etc. as well as their product. I've found them to be
     very informed.  However, if you're too busy you can quickly
     ask to have (whatever) sent and after reviewing it you'll
     call back. They may ask what use you plan to make for the
     software. One suggestion is to say you'd like the demo disk 
     for evaluation for your own or company's use. Any item can be sent 
     to your home address (ATT: your name). This may be faster than     
     using your company address. You can still use a company name. 

     Near the phone number in many listings you may see, 'Press 1, 
     then 2.' You can press 1 as soon as you're connected and hear
     the recording. Then quickly press 2 once you hear the
     beginning of another recording. If you feel you might have
     reached the wrong area call again and this time listen to the
     entire recording. The company may have changed their phone
     directory. Once you get an actual person, follow the same  

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     instructions in the above paragraph. Usually, items will
     arrive very quickly. If not, after 15 days you can call
     again. To keep track, it's a good idea to note the date
     called and the date item was received. Also write down
     company contacts. Soon you will have a listing of helpful
     contacts and friends within the industry. Everything on this
     list is currently available however, free promotions don't
     last forever. But to make sure that an item is truly not
     available you can try the following:  

     Call in about a half hour and request the item again to make
     sure. Perhaps when you called the first time you may have
     reached someone who didn't feel like filling out a form or
     thought that the offer expired. In some rare cases you might
     have come across a company that sends demos or other free
     items only if a specific advertisement or magazine is
     mentioned. If this happens, call again (it shouldn't happen
     but I mention it just in case) but do not repeat what was
     said the first time. You can mention that you heard about
     their product from any computer magazine, you're unsure
     where, or anything else you can think of - you happened to
     jot down their phone number a while ago but forgot what
     magazine. Also try reaching a company representative that
     handles some other region of the country.  

     Phone numbers may change and there may not always be a
     recording mentioning the new number (rarely happens). Try
     calling 800 555 1212 (toll free 800 # information) or regular
     directory assistance. You can always try the company's long
     distance number. Read on for phone tips and tricks. 

 COMPATIBILITY 
 
     All demo disks listed here will work with IBM compatible
     personal computers unless otherwise noted. Demo disks will
     work on virtually all PC's.  

 SOME NEAT PHONE TRICKS.  

     (Can be used in trying to reach any company you will ever
     call - not just those listed here!)     

     In choosing companies for this listing, I made sure that
     anyone calling would not have any inconveniences or
     aggravation. If a company placed me on hold too long or
     transferred me too many times, or for whatever reason the
     free item was not easily obtainable, I did not include that 
     company here. But I thought I'd mention some telephone tactics     
     which might be helpful for those who spend a lot of time on the    
     phone.

     If no 800 # is listed here, the company doesn't have a
     toll-free no. Each company was checked thoroughly for any 800
     no. Try calling 800 555 1212, directory assistance before
     dialing a long distance no. There might be a toll-free no.
     available. However, you needn't worry about this as only one
     of the companies listed here has no toll free number. If,
     however, you ever need to find more than one 800 number for a
     company, write down the company names and ask toll free
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     information for a few numbers at one time. Compuserve also
     has a free area for finding toll free numbers for any
     company.  

     When calling any company (not only those listed here) long
     distance and you're paying for the call, as soon as someone
     answers, quickly ask if they have an 800 number. If they do,
     you can quickly hang up and call right back. Often, some
     companies may not have their 800 number listed in their own
     name. For example, a company you see advertised may have a
     parent company. The 800 number may be listed in that parent
     company's name. Others may not want the general public to use
     their 800 number to keep costs down.

     In order to properly route calls to the sales rep. or dept.
     handling your region, many large companies will quickly ask
     (maybe before you've had a chance to say much!) where you're
     calling from, name, zip code, etc. After you hear the first
     question quickly interrupt and say that you only want product
     info mailed. Sometimes this will speed things up and they
     will take your name and address right away and send the item.
     Other times you will be transferred to some other area. But
     what happens if you get a voice mailbox, the phone just rings
     or you're told that "no one is available?" You can do the
     following:

     Try calling back again in a few minutes. This time say that
     you're calling from some other part of the country. For
     example, if the first time you mentioned that you called from
     California and got a voice mailbox or were on hold too long,
     the second time you call say that you're calling from
     Michigan. You will then be transferred to the sales (or other
     company representative) for another part of the country. They
     naturally will assume you really live or work in that area.
     If asked how you happened to "get here to my extension or
     dept." you can say that the call was misdirected somehow but
     while you're on the phone, can you please mail the item.
     Later you can call back and speak with the regular sales rep.
     that handles your region. Or, you can say that you're now
     travelling in that area but mail the item to your business
     address.  

     I've done all the above and it does work.   

 HOW TO AVOID BEING PLACED ON HOLD    
     
     If placed on hold after dialing an 800 no. you might want to call  
     again right away. The 2nd time (or even the 3rd or 4th!) you'll
     most likely not be placed on hold. You'll most likely reach
     another operator that's not so busy. Your time is too
     valuable to be placed on hold! Sometimes you may ask someone
     a question and they are taking much too long. Someone else
     may have more experience and will find the answer more
     quickly. If you reach a recording asking you to press a
     number on your touch tome phone, pressing '0' will often
     transfer you back to a human voice, even if the company's own
     recording does not mention this. When leaving a message on a
     voice mailbox by pressing '#' you'll usually hear some
     options. Often the company's own recording may not mention
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     this. You can then save your message using the right number
     on your touch tone pad. Otherwise the message might be lost
     (not common but why take chances) if you just hang up. After
     saving you can then press 0 and be transferred to another
     area - all without having to redial and possibly be placed on
     hold. This should not happen when requesting any items here,
     however, I included it just in case. 

 ABOUT TECH SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS

     Toll-free tech support phone numbers are listed here right
     next to their regular phone number. Tech support departments
     for companies without a toll-free tech. support number listed
     may be reached by calling the long distance number. But call
     their 800 number listed first to make sure. Tech. support
     should be able to answer just about any question and help
     with problems using the company's product. However, speak
     with marketing, sales or customer service first.

 FOR MORE THAN ONE DEMO OR FREE ITEM     

     If you have many computers, PC's or workstations, you can
     mention this and ask if they will send the desired amount all
     at once.  

 CONTACTING COMPANIES BY MAIL       

     You can always write to request anything. Include the
     following in a letter: Your name, address, phone and name of
     software demo (or other items) you want. 

     Always include your phone number so they can verify the
     correct mailing address if necessary. If you really don't
     want to be called, mention that there is no phone at your
     location. If you have a hard time getting through by phone
     you may want to write. Also, if you've called a few times and
     the item is unavailable, you can try writing as a last
     resort. However, I would recommend telephoning the company
     whenever possible.                        
   
                       *            *           *
                                        
 *** If anyone knows of a company that offers demos or other items 
     and would like to be listed in future updates please send a note 
     with appropriate info. ***  


    If you'd like a specialized version of this file made        
    to fit your particular needs please contact us. We can change  
    the text or format.                                                
                                                                    

 AUTOMATIC 'LIST' PROGRAMS

     The reason why there is no 'list' program that automatically
     lists this documentation on your screen is that word
     processors offer many advantages. People are familiar with
     their own word processors and can format the margins and
     other information in this file easily. Adding a 'list'

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     program adds more complexity and there is a chance that it
     may not work on 100% of all computers. Some may want to print
     certain sections of this file. This is easy with your word
     processor. A list program may not have the right printer
     set-up. You would have to use 'print screen' from your
     keyboard - not easy if you have many pages!




















               THE FOLLOWING LISTINGS MAY NOT BE ADDED  
               TO OTHER 'FREE' TYPE LISTINGS FOR RESALE.
               """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""


      COMPANIES SORTED BY PRODUCT CATEGORY:    (42 Categories Total)    
     

 ******************************************
                                               
               ACCOUNTING                                               
                                    ??????????????????????????????????
 COMPUTER ASSOCIATES                ? This is the name of the Free   ?
 ACCPAK SIMPLY ?????????????????????? item. Ask for this when calling?  
 800 645 3003. PRODUCT INFORMATION. ??????????????????????????????????
 516 227 3300                                                           
     
 ******************************************                             
                                                If any company asks
             ACTUAL SOFTWARE                    how you heard about     
                                                their products, mention
                                                Infolist catalog.       
 SOFTWARE PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION  
 SPA AUDIT DISK                                   This category,  
 800 388 7478                                     'Actual Software',    
 201 452 1600                                     is the ONLY one
 A DOS OR MACINTOSH PROGRAM THAT TAKES COMPLETE   where you will find
 INVENTORY OF ALL SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER(S).   real software.
 HELPS MANAGE AND KEEP TRACK OF SOFTWARE.         Companies in other
 ****************************************         categories here offer 
                                                  various types of demo
                                                  disks and other free  
                                                    items.

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                BACKUP                                                

  GAZELLE SYSTEMS                              Registered 
  BACKIT                                       version shows you
  800 786 3278 X 350                           exactly how to
  801 377 1288                                 get Adobe Type Manager
 ***************************************       software program free!
                                               $100 + program sold      
  BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEM  (BBS)                 in stores. No 'catches.'
        (FREE MEMBERSHIP)

  DRAGON'S NEST                    
  619 449 7052      Supports modem speeds of 300 to 14.4 Bps       
  SAN DIEGO, CA     V32/V32 Bis)   A WWIV AND ICENET BBS.
     JIM - OWNER/SYSOP. COMMUNICATIONS EXPERT. HELPFUL.
  
  FREE MEMBERSHIP TO ALL CALLERS. CALL ABOVE PHONE NO. USING MODEM. 
  MANY FILES INCLUDING IMAGE (PHOTO) FILES - GIF.                  
  MANY OTHER SERVICES AND FEATURES. FRIENDLY, EASY TO USE. 
  CAN COMMUNICATE WITH PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD VIA EMAIL THROUGH 
  WWIV AND ICENET NETWORK.  

  MENTION INFOLIST WHEN ASKED HOW YOU HEARD ABOUT THEIR BBS.           

 ****************************************
                                       ????????????????????????????
                                       ? Booklets will always have?
          BOOKLETS                     ? a description as each one?
                                       ? is unique.               ?
                                       ????????????????????????????
  PACIFIC ACCESS COMPUTERS
  SYSTEM INTEGRATION GUIDE
  800 648 6161                                  * * * * * * * * * * * * 
  916 635 9300                                  * Registered version   *     

 GUIDE ON HOW TO COMBINE SOFTWARE AND           * has same categories  *
  HARDWARE FROM MANY DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS.   * you see here. Except *
  *******************************************   * each has it's own    *
                                                * individual file.     *
                                                * * * * * * * * * * * * 
       CAD - COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN               
                                                   
  FORESIGHT RESOURCES                                                   
  DRAFIX                                                                
  800 231 8574                                                          
  816 891 1040. SENDS 1 HI-DENSITY DISK.                                
     
  ***********************************************
                                                  
     CASE - COMPUTER AIDED SOFTWARE ENGINEERING   
                                                  
   DATAPRO INFORMATION SERVICES
   CASEBASE
   800 328 2776 SALES.
   609 764 0100                                                        
  ************************************************   

  


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             CATALOG ELECTRONIC                  

   ELITE COMPUTERS
   COMPUTER PRODUCTS CATALOG
   800 992 2171
   404 923 9291                                                    
   CATALOG CONTAINS MANY COMPUTER HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE             
   PRODUCTS, ALL DESCRIBED ON DISK.                  
  ******************************************************

  CD ROM                            
  DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CO.                                                 
  DIGITAL CD ROM EXPLORER   <???????????????????????? A free CD Rom    
  800 344 4825. PRESS 2. EXT. 720.                    disc is sent.    
  508 467 7760                                                          
  INTRODUCTION TO BENEFITS OF CD ROM. CD ALSO CAN BE
  USED ON AUDIO PLAYER! HAS FLIGHT SIMULATOR GAME. 
  **********************************************
                                                 
              COMMUNICATION                      
                                     
   DCA                 
   CROSSTALK                  
   800 348 3221
   404 442 4095
  

   **********************************************        BONUS ITEMS:
                                                         """""""""""
                CONTACT                        Following are more free
                                               items I decided to throw
   CONTACT SOFTWARE                            in at the last minute:
   ACT!                                                                 
   800 365 0606                                  LOGICAL OPERATIONS     
   214 418 1866                                  PC SUCCESS:THE MANAGER 
   *******************************************   FACTOR
                                                 800 456 4677, EXT. 30.
                DATA ANALYSIS                    A booklet with ideas   
                                                 and suggestions for    
                                                 managers.
   FIRSTMARK TECHNOLOGIES                    
   KNOWLEDGE SEEKER                          INTEL CORP. 
   800 444 2636                              800 387 7335 dEPT 11.
   613 723 8020                              CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR
   FOR LOTUS, DBASE OR ASCII FILES.          MOBILE (NOTEBOOK) COMPUTER
   FINDS TRENDS.  
                                             Tips, ideas and suggestions  
   SPIRAL SOFTWARE                           about notebook/mobile
   EASYPLOT                                  computers.
   800 833 1511   
   617 739 1511                                   Other bonus items can
   USED FOR PLOTTING. FOR TECHNICAL ANALYSIS OF   be found throughout   
   DATA. HAS GRAPHICS. WORKING MODEL.             this section. Read all
  **********************************************  the way to the end!




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                 DATABASE                        
                                                
   MICROSOFT   
   FOXPRO      
   800 426 9400
   419 872 0043
   WORKING MODEL.                                       
  **********************************************

              DATABASE  UTILITIES                
                                                       
   CONCENTRIC DATA SYSTEMS
   R & R REPORT WRITER
   800 325 9035. PRESS 3.
   508 366 1122
                                 

   DATA ACCESS
   FLEXQL
   800 451 3539 or 800 426 9400
   305 238 0012
                                              

   QNE
   Q-QUERY
   800 333 0448
   215 968 5966

   *********************************************   Another bonus item:  
                                                        
              DESKTOP PUBLISHING                   TIFFANY & CO.
                                                   800 346 3455
   TIMEWORKS                                       800 526 0649 - NY.  
   PUBLISH-IT                                      HOW TO BUY A DIAMOND
   800 535 9497                                    Helpful guide.
   708 559 1300                    
  **********************************************
                                                 
              DOS UTILITY                        

   GAZELLE SYSTEMS
   OPTUNE
   800 786 3278 
   801 377 1288
   OPTIMIZE HARD DISK. INCREASE SPEED, DEFRAGMENT.
   FREE DEMO.
   ********************************************** 
                                                
              EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING               

   TELETUTOR   
   TELECOMMUNICATIONS TRAINING
   800 542 2242
   603 433 2242
   COURSE COVERS TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONCEPTS.
  **********************************************

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                EMAIL                           

   LOTUS
   CC:MAIL FOR DOS
   800 448 2500 PRESS 2. 800 562 4772 TECH. SUPPORT.
   617 577 8500
  **********************************************     
                                                  
                 ENGINEERING                     

   TEKTRONIX
   TEK 1503C
   800 833 9200. 800 835 6100 TECH. SUPPORT
   502 923 0330
   FREE VIDEO. TESTER FOR METAL CABLE AND SYSTEMS.

   MICROSIM
   PS SPICE
   800 245 3022
   714 770 3022                     
   ANALYSIS OF ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS. 
  **********************************************
                           
                    EXPOS                       
   NDN ENTERPRISES
   DB/EXPO EXHIBIT PASS
   800 232 3976
   415 941 8440
   FREE PASS TO WORLD'S LARGEST DATABASE AND TOOLS
   CONFERENCE. ANNUALLY IN MARCH.

  ***********************************************
                                                  ???????????????????????
                  GAMES                           ? Note: Get 20+ game  ? 
   SIR-TECH                                       ? demo disks from     ?
   800 447 1230, 315 393 6644                     ? registered version. ?
   1) WIZARDRY: BANE OF THE COSMIC FORGE          ? Includes all Disney ?
      Fantasy and role playing simulation.        ? games. Also many    ? 
   2) WIZARDRY: CRUSADERS OF THE DARK SAVANT      ? posters of popular  ? 
      Sequel to above. Sound, color.  Both for    ? games. Great for    ? 
      IBM, Mac, Amiga and Tandy computers. No     ? kids.               ?
      special equipment needed.                   ???????????????????????
  **********************************************
                                                     
                 GRAMMAR CHECKER                 

   QUE SOFTWARE
   RIGHTWRITER
   800 992 0244. STAY ON LINE
   813 923 0233
  **********************************************

                INTEGRATED                       

   INFORMIX
   SMARTWARE
   800 331 1763. PRESS 1, THEN 2.  800 274 8184. TECH. SUPPORT.
   415 926 6300. ALSO, 800 438 7627 X 4052. 
   PRODUCT LITERATURE HAS GREAT NATURE PHOTOS ON FRONT PAGE.
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 ***********************************************
                                                      
                 INVENTORY                        

   TALLY SYSTEMS CORP.
   PC CENSUS
   800 262 3877. EXT. 652
   603 643 1300                                   
   AUTOMATICALLY MAINTAINS FULL HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE 
   INVENTORY. SENDS HI DENSITY DISK.
  **********************************************
                                                 
                    MENU                         

   ORACLE
   MENU
   800 562 0720. PRODUCT INFORMATION. 800 392 2999 TECH. SUPPORT.
   415 506 7000
  ************************************************

                MAGAZINES
                                                       ??????????????????????

                                                       ?166 free magazines  ?
  * PC WORLD - LOTUS EDITION                           ?and many free       ?
  800 825 7595                                         ?subscriptions avail-?
  303 447 9330                                         ?able from our       ?
  BOOKLET & DISK WITH 15 READY TO USE SPREADSHEET      ?'MAGAZINE LIST'.    ?
  BUSINESS TEMPLATES. ALL ARE USER'S FAVORITES.        ? See catalog.       ?
  * ASK FOR: SUBSCRIPTION TO LOTUS EDITION - PC WORLD, ??????????????????????
             DISKETTE OFFER. 
  SUBSCRIPTION COMES WITH THE SAMPLE ISSUE, DISKETTE AND TEMPLATES. IF YOU
  DECIDE TO CANCEL LATER AT ANY TIME, THE DISK, TEMPLATE AND FREE ISSUE  
  ARE YOURS TO KEEP. MAKE SURE TO ASK FOR SAMPLE ISSUE AND DISKETTE OFFER.
  ****************************************************

                MISCELLANEOUS                    

   OFFICIAL AIRLINE GUIDES                         
   OFFICIAL AIRLINE POCKET GUIDE                   
   800 342 5624                                  
                                 
   COMPLETE INFORMATION ABOUT TRAVELING IN THE U.S. OR INTERNATIONAL.   
   FLIGHTS, AIRLINES, HOTELS, RENTAL CARS, LOTS MORE!                   
                  
   W. QUINN ASSOCIATES
   STUDY ON DISK MANAGEMENT IN THE 90'S - (ask for this).
   800 829 3453
   INTERESTING REPORT ON VAX/VMS DISK MANAGEMENT.
   WILL RECEIVE A FREE FRISBEE.
  
   BUICK DIVISION, GENERAL MOTORS
   '92 BUICK TEST DRIVE - DIMENSIONS DISK
   800 521 7300
   512 734 2224
   DESCRIBES ALL OF THE BUICK '92 CARS.




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   APPLETON PAPERS
   OPTIMA RECOVER
   800 922 1730
   414 734 9841
   ASK FOR 'OPTIMA RECOVER.' DESCRIBES THEIR FAX MACHINE PAPER.
   WILL AUTOMATICALLY SEND A FREE ROLL OF FAX PAPER.(Same paper sold in
   **********************************************    stores.)
                                                 
                NETWORK ANALYZERS                

   KNOZALL SYSTEMS                            
   FILE WIZARD              
   800 333 8698                    
   602 545 0006                   
   FULL WORKING VERSION. COMES WITH MANUALS. WORKS                      
  FOR 30 DAYS. HI DENSITY DISK.                   
  **********************************************

                     O C R                       
                                                 
   NMC TECHNOLOGIES
   IMAGINE
   800 466 2832
   410 356 1444
   STORES OVER 150,000 PAGES ON ONE CD. DEMO COMES ON DISKETTE.
  **********************************************

                  PAINTBRUSH                     
                                                 

   SOFTWARE PUBLISHING
   HARVARD DRAW FOR WINDOWS
   800 336 8360
   415 962 8910
   SENDS A HI DENSITY DISK.
  **********************************************
                                                      
                  PAPER CATALOGS                 

   GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
   GOVERNMENT COMPUTER BOOK
   800 999 4874
   617 245 3768
   DESCRIPTIONS OF 2000+ MICROCOMPUTER PRODUCTS.
   SOFTWARE COMPARISON, MORE.                    
  **********************************************

                PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT              

   INTEGRAL
   H.R.I.
   800 824 8199
   415 939 3900
 ***********************************************                        
                         



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                      POSTERS                    

   SHREDEX                           W.A. CHARNSTROM
   SAVE OUR WORLD POSTER             PONY EXPRESS LIMITED EDITION PRINT 
                                     800 328 2962 
   516 345 0300                      612 944 8555
   ENVIRONMENT-RELATED POSTER.       ART PRINT OF FAMOUS PAINTING BY 
                                     DAVID THATCHER. 17" X 14".
                                     COMES WITH BOOKLET ABOUT HISTORY OF 
                                     PONY EXPRESS.   

   NOTE: Get many posters directly from game companies in our
   registered version. Many colorful, action scenes - jets,
   dragons, fantasy scenes, etc.     
  **********************************************

                    PRESENTATION                 

   WORDPERFECT
   DRAWPERFECT
   800 451 5151. 800 541 5096 TECH. SUPPORT.
   801 225 5000
  **********************************************
                                                 
                  PROGRAMMING                    

   MPB SOFTWARE & SYSTEMS
   SQL REPORT WRITER
   800 231 6342. PRESS 1. 800 346 4848 IN CA.
   415 769 4746. PREPARE REPORTS FROM ANY ASCII FILE VISUAL COBOL       
  PROGRAM.  KNOWLEDGE  OF SQL UNNECESSARY TO USE THIS.

   
   INTERMETRICS
   INTERTOOLS
   800 356 3594
   617 661 0072
   BUILD, TEST AND DEBUG REAL TIME CODE. FOR USE WITH C LANGUAGE.
  **********************************************

                PROJECT MANAGEMENT               

   COMPUTER ASSOCIATES                          
   SUPERPROJECT                   
   800 225 5224. PRESS 1.
   516 227 3300.
  ************************************************



                   SECURITY                      

   AZ TECH SOFTWARE
   EVERLOCK, EVERTRAK, EVERKEY
   800 227 0644
   816 776 2700
   EACH PRODUCTS HELPS PROTECT AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED
   COPYING OF SOFTWARE. 1 DEMO DISK FOR ALL 3. 
  *************************************************

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               SEMINAR                          
                                                  
   LOTUS                                   ADAPTIVE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 
   WINDOWS WORLD TOUR                      IMAGING SEMINAR 
   800 327 6148                            800 678 6978 - 714 587 9077 
   617 577 8500                            SEMINAR DISCUSSES IMAGING
   DISCUSSES 123 SPREADSHEET FOR           AND HOW IT CAN HELP SOLVE    
   WINDOWS, FREELANCE GRAPHICS, AMI PRO,   PROBLEMS.                    
   CC:MAIL, LOTUS NOTES.
   **********************************************

              SPREADSHEET                        

   LOTUS
   LOTUS 123 VERSION 3.1. FOR DOS.
   800 872 3387
   617 577 8500
   SENDS 1 HI DENSITY DISKETTE - 1.25 OR 1.44 MEG. 
  ***********************************************  
                                          BONUS STOCK MARKET 'FREEBIE:'
                                          """""""""""""""""""""""""""  

               STOCK MARKET               NASDAQ - 800 220 1448      
                                         "100 FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES"
                                          ALSO HAS INFORMATION ON COMP-
   EQUIS INTERNATIONAL                    ANIES WORTH 1 BILLION OR MORE.
   1 - METASTOCK. 2 - PULSE.                          
   800 882 3040
   801 265 8886
   1 - METASTOCK - STOCK MARKET TECHNICAL ANALYSIS.
   2 - PULSE - INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO MANAGER. 1 DEMO 
   DISK FOR BOTH PROGRAMS. 
  **********************************************
                                                      
                   WORD PROCESSING               

   I B M      
   DISPLAYWRITE   
   800 426 7699. STAY ON LINE. 800 426 7763. TECH SUPPORT.
   404 238 3000
   **********************************************     

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     We hope that you like this shareware product so far and found
     it useful. This is a result of many hours of hard work and
     research. Although this offers a lot of value compared to the
     price paid, the cost for registration is still low - only
     $15.00. You will receive, just by calling the companies
     listed in the registered version:        


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    700+ demo disks, 19 videos, working models of ALL top companies   
    many of which are not advertised, many toll-free tech. support
    numbers, 8 free membership BBS's, admission to seminars, plastic
    CD holder, many free tickets to expos - avoid paying $10 - $20
    admission prices, free 'live' stock market information, free issues
    and subscriptions to national magazines, game demo disks, etc.  
    Lots more actual software! Not a demo but real, live software 
    More of everything you've seen here. Get a free computer memory  
    chip and also a $150.00 value clip art collection (it's true!). 
    Compufreebies is the only place you'll learn about most of these
    free items. 
    From author receive notification of future updates, sample
    photo-images (GIF's) and helpful fun shareware programs.

    Remember - registered version has instructions on how to get
    Adobe Type Manager for Windows software free! Not a copy - actual
    software. Lets your printer work wonders. Sold in stores for        
    $100.00+

    Here are some of the free items listed in the registered version.   
    These are only a few of the actual descriptions from the 'Booklets' 
    category: 

 - 54 PAGES. BASICS OF USING WINDOWS 3.1 ON A NETWORK. $25.00 VALUE -   
   FREE!

 - FREE BOOK - "People, Managing Your Most Important Resource."        

 - 20+ DEMO DISKS FOR NATIONAL-BRAND VIDEO GAMES

 - MONTHLY REPORT OF EVERY SOFTWARE UPGRADE REPORTED
   BY MANUFACTURER. WITH NAMES, ADDRESSES, PRICES.

 - A FREE TUTORIAL. $20.00 VALUE. FULLY EXPLAINS DECISION TABLES IN    

   PROGRAMMING.
  
 - BASICS ABOUT PC MAINTENANCE.

 - BOOKLET DESCRIBING SOME BASICS OF LAW.

 - 74 PAGES. BASICS OF DATABASE SERVERS, SQL, CLIENT SERVER,            
   CONCURRENCY, MEASUREMENT, LOTS MORE.

 - A 75.00 VALUE. DESCRIBES MANY THINGS ABOUT CASE.

 - FREE - 470 PGS. HAS LISTINGS OF TRULY PORTABLE SOFTWARE FOR 88000    
   RISC PROCESSOR HARDWARE.
  
 - SAMPLE ISSUE OF MAGAZINE RELATED TO WINDOWS. HELP, TIPS, STORIES,    
   IDEAS, MORE.



     These are only a sample what is available in the 'Actual
     Software' category:

 - COMPUTER LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE SOFTWARE/HARDWARE. WORKS FOR 30 DAYS.
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 - CREATES MONTHLY CALENDARS. FULL VERSION - WORKS FOR 30 DAYS.

 - HELPS COMPARE RATES FROM MANY INSURANCE COS. SOFTWARE DOES NOT TIME  
   OUT.
              These free items are in various categories found in
              registered version:

CONTACT - 
     A CALENDAR AND SCHEDULING SOFTWARE PROGRAM. WORKING MODEL.
     CAN SAVE UP TO 40 APPOINTMENTS.

DATABASE - 
     WORKING MODEL. 7 DISKETTES. THOROUGH GUIDEBOOK. COMES WITH
     VINYL  DISKETTE HOLDER.

DATABASE - 
     WORKING MODEL. 120 RECORDS LIMIT. 2 DISKETTES.

DATABASE - 
    WORKING MODEL. CAN WORK WITH UP TO 100 RECORDS WILL ALSO SAVE DATA.

DESKTOP PUBLISHING - 
   WORKING MODEL. HAS 8 DESIGN ELEMENTS. SOFTWARE HAS DESIGN ELEMENTS   
   FOR USE IN DOCUMENTS

DESKTOP PUBLISHING - WORKING MODEL. DOES EVERYTHING EXCEPT SAVE.

EXPO -
   TWICE A YEAR GRAPHICS EXPO. LATEST IN GRAPHICS, ANIMATION,           
   MULTIMEDIA,  DESKTOP PUBLISHING, MORE.

EXPO -
   HELPS MANAGE TRANSITION TO DOWNSIZING.

EXPO -
   EXPO COVERS SUN AND SPARC WORKSTATIONS, SOFTWARE & HARDWARE. ALSO    
  UNIX  & RISC. ANNUALLY IN JANUARY.

EXPO -
   IN APRIL, ANNUALLY. TORONTO, CANADA. LATEST SOFTWARE PRODUCTS.

EXPO -
   LARGEST CASE FAIR. ANNUALLY IN FEB (CALIFORNIA) AND OCTOBER      
(BOSTON).

EXPO -
   SHOWS LATEST IN DATABASES. ANNUALLY IN JUNE.BOSTON

EXPO -
   EXHIBITS VOICE AND DATA COMMUNICATIONS, NETWORK PRODUCTS. JANUARY    
   (ANNUAL). $50.00 NORMALLY.

GAMES - 
   NOTE: A total of 20+ demo disks available. Major companies including 
   Disney. Games can be played on almost any type of computer.



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MAGAZINES -  Free subscriptions to many computer magazines, free sample
   issues: BYTE MAGAZINE, INSIDE DOS, JOURNAL OF TAXATION, KIPLINGER    
   WASHINGTON NEWSLETTER, MACUSER, PC COMPUTING, PC GAMES, TRAVEL       
   PLANNERS (Pacific Asia, North America, European Editions), WINDOWS   
   MAGAZINE, WINDOWS REPORT. 

MISC -
   A SMALL GADGET THAT TESTS RS-232 PORTS. PLUGS INTO PORT AND SMALL    
  LIGHTS TELL YOU ABOUT PROBLEMS.

MISC -
   FREE 90 DAY TRIAL FOR HOME POSTAGE METER AND ELECTRONIC SCALE. EASY  
   TO USE.

PAINT/DRAW -
   WORKING MODEL. MUST HAVE WINDOWS. DESIGNS PLANS FOR PRODUCTS. CO.    
   SENDS 5 DISKETTES.

POSTER -
   POSTER OF F-16 FIGHTER JET. *** Note: Also many posters from game    
   companies. Scenes of jets, dragons, other action shots.

SEMINAR - BASICS OF COMMUNICATIONS AND FRAME RELAYS.

SEMINAR -
   YEARLY SEMINAR - APRIL. DISCUSSES HOW TO BUILD CLIENT/SERVER         
   APPLICATIONS THAT RUN IN WINDOWS.

SEMINAR -                                                
   DESCRIBES DATA INTEGRATION.
 
SEMINAR - DESCRIBES SCO ZENIX OPERATING SYSTEM.

SEMINAR - DISCUSSES ALL THEIR WINDOWS SOFTWARE AND HOW IT CAN HELP.

SEMINAR -
  IMPLEMENT AN OPEN SYSTEMS STRATEGY, CHOOSE BETWEEN MANY OPERATING     
  SYSTEMS, INTEGRATION, APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT.

SEMINAR - 
  DESCRIBES SOFTWARE WHICH STREAMLINES APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT PROCESS.
 
SEMINAR - 
  DESCRIBES DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, CLIENT/SERVERS, OPEN INTEGRATION,  
  ON-LINE DATA MANAGEMENT. 3 HRS.

SEMINAR - 
  DISCUSSES GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES, INTELLIGENT GATEWAYS,            
  APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT, MORE.

SEMINAR - DISCUSSES NETWORKS.

STOCK MARKET - 
  RECEIVE 20 HOURS FREE TIME ON YOUR COMPUTER TO OBTAIN STOCK MARKET    
  DATA DIRECTLY FROM COMPANY.

>> All this and a lot more for the low registration price of $15.00 <<
   """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""
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     See registration form for ordering information. 5.25 or 3.5"
     DOS/IBM Compatible disks sent but can be read by Macintosh
     computers. (for MAC order 3.5" disks only).        

     The registered version is ordered exactly the same way as you
     see here (with many more companies!) except that each of the
     42 categories has it's own file on the diskette. You would 
     select the file you're interested in. Don't have to search through
     one huge file! Thus, word processing companies are in a
     separate file - named wordproc. Databases are in the
     'databas' directory. 

     The registered version has 3 more ways (besides Categories)
     in which the companies are organized: 

1) A large file with names and addresses of each company - in mailing   
   list format - 450+ computer companies. 

For example:                              
 
   AZ TECH SOFTWARE                             
   305 E FRANKLIN
   RICHMOND, MO 64085                                                   
       

   COMPUTER ASSOCIATES                               
   711 STEWART AVE.
   GARDEN CITY, NY 11530-4787                                           
       
                            (Continued for a total of 450+ companies.)  
   
   There is no other computer program for the price which has
   450+ top computer companies listed neatly for use as a
   mailing list.

2) A file of company names, addresses and phone numbers. 
   Useful for simply contacting each company for any purpose. For    
   example: 

   AZ TECH SOFTWARE                     
   305 E FRANKLIN
   RICHMOND, MO 64085
    800 227 0644                  This makes it easier to contact each
    816 776 2700                  company without having to read
                                  through any other information.
                                  Of course, if you do not need this
                                  information you do not have to
   BORLAND                        go through the file on the disk.
   BOX 660 001
   SCOTTSVALLEY, CA 95066
    800 331 0877
    408 439 1064

   COMPUTER ASSOCIATES
   711 STEWART AVE.
   GARDEN CITY, NY 11530-4787
    800 645 3003. PRESS 1.
    516 227 3300                
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                   ????????????????????????????????????????????
                   ? Our addresses are the best for obtaining ?
                   ? information about all products found in  ?
                   ? Compufreebies. Sales/marketing or product?
                   ? information dept. is found there.        ?
                   ????????????????????????????????????????????  

3) And finally, all companies listed in alphabetical order.  
   If you want to see all the free items/demos in one place,
   look here. This is especially helpful when one company has
   many products and free items. You can easily inquire about
   many of the different products a company has with only one
   call:

   COMPANIES A:                  
                                                                        
     AZ TECH SOFTWARE                                     
     MO   (state abbreviation)                            
     EVERLOCK, EVERTRAK, EVERKEY                          
     800 227 0644                                         
     816 776 2700                                         
     SECURITY. (name of software category).               
     EACH PRODUCT HELPS PROTECT AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED COPYING OF         
     SOFTWARE. 1 DEMO DISK FOR ALL 3.                                   

   COMPANIES B:                                                         

     BUICK DIVISION, GENERAL MOTORS                  
     TX
     '92 BUICK TEST DRIVE - DIMENSIONS DISK
     800 521 7300
     512 734 2224
     DESCRIBES ALL OF THE BUICK '92 CARS.
     MISC.

   
   COMPANIES C:                                                         
      
     COMPUTER ASSOCIATES             Note: If a company offers
     more than one NY                free item, all items would be
     listed one  ACCPAK SIMPLY       right after the other.        
     ACCOUNTING.                                                   
     800 645 3003. PRESS 1.                                        
     516 227 3300                  
                       (Continued for a total of 450+ companies)        

     There is NO other listing in the U.S. such as this available
     on diskette. Our registered version has complete addresses
     and phone numbers of almost every major computer company in
     the U.S. All are in alphabetical order. Each company's free
     items (over 800!) and major products are listed. Windows,
     DOS, MAC and most computer systems, including mainframes, are
     supported. Each company can be contacted by phone or letter
     to request info or free items which they'll gladly send. Most
     companies listed have toll-free numbers.



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                 ????????????????????????????????????????????
                 ?                                          ?
                 ?  COMPLETE CATALOG OF INFOLIST PRODUCTS   ?
                 ?                                          ?
                 ????????????????????????????????????????????


1) CompuFreebies - REGISTERED VERSION.                               
  
     A listing of hundreds (over 800!) free items you can quickly
     receive from 450 companies, most with toll-free numbers. 
     Everything is free and yours to keep with no obligation.
     Organized into 42 different computer categories including
     actual software. Yes, many companies do give away free,
     working software to the public as a promotion. One company
     gives away $150.00 worth of clip art (computer images to be
     put into your documents)! Get a free copy of Adobe Type
     Manager software $100.00 + value free. No 'catches.' However,
     you must know the proper instructions as detailed in
     'CompuFreebies.' Many of the free items are  demo disks and
     working models of popular software programs. Largest source
     of free computer-related items in the U.S. There are also
     many free and helpful booklets, CD Roms, CD holders, game
     demo disks, posters (including posters from game companies),
     computer magazines, vinyl organizers, free membership BBS's,
     and lots more. Shows exactly how to receive free tickets to
     large computer expos, trade shows and company  seminars. All
     neatly organized with complete company addresses and phone
     numbers. Alphabetical listing of each  company and their free
     items also included. Yet another listing with only company
     name and addresses to be used as a mailing list. Also a
     'surprise' section with some photo-image files (see an actual
     photo on your screen!) and fun shareware programs. (Price -
     $15.00, includes postage in the U.S. and Canada. Overseas
     add$2.50 for airmail.) One 5.25 HD, (2) 360K disks or one
     3.5" diskette. IBM/DOS compatible diskettes. Can also be read
     by Macintosh computers using File Exchange Software supplied
     with MAC's. All companies can be called from any phone in the
     world.                     

2) VIDEOLIST.  

     Contains names and phone nos., most toll free, of companies
     offering free computer-related (and some travel and
     tour-guide) videos. 140 videos!. Videos describe products and
     companies. Call companies directly from listing. Everything
     totally free. Videos are used for promotion and advertising.
     One company sends, with their video, a $10.00 credit to be
     used when visiting any doctor! NOTE: CompuFreebies full
     version lists approx. 19 videos. (Price - $3.25, includes
     domestic postage. Add 50 cents for overseas airmail) Paper.  

3) MAGAZINE LIST. 
 
     A guide to obtaining free sample issues of magazines and free
     subscriptions. Total of 166 magazines! Yes, FREE
     subscriptions - even for magazines normally sold in stores.
     Free subscriptions help increase revenue from advertisers and
     are encouraged. All toll-free phone numbers and descriptions.
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     Contact directly. All completely legal. Four categories:
     Computers, Business, General Interest and Health. Many
     first-rate, well-known magazines including the largest
     available. Includes all computer magazines with 'PC' in
     title. Windows, Macintosh, Networks, more. Many
     investment/financial newsletters. Same publications available
     on newsstands for $2.50 to $7.00 (more for investment 
     newsletters.) Absolutely no cost to you. Under NO obligation to    
     subscribe. Very easy to request, simple directions. (Price -       
     $4.95, includes postage). Paper.

4) NY HOTELIST.  

     A guide listing 20 of the least expensive and best quality
     hotels in New York City. All hotels are in safe areas. As a
     long time NYC resident I know each area and only considered
     hotels in the safest areas. Lists hotel names,
     addresses,phone nos., rates. Hotels in NYC are usually
     expensive - however, rates here are $65 to $130. One hotel
     has a view of Central Park. (Price - $3.00, includes postage)
     Paper. Add 50 cents for overseas airmail. Hotels can be
     called from any phone in the world. 

5) PHONELIST.                               

     The service described here (totally legal!) has no 50 - 75
     cent surcharge for their calling card. Make telephone calls
     without using coins and without paying for surcharges from
     hotels and other places that usually charge extra (a lot!)
     for calls made from their phones. Never worry about change
     for a call again! Used daily by many businesses, now
     available for individuals. Also - how to save 15% on all your
     international calls - no minimums, no fees, no special
     hours.(Price $3.00, includes postage)  Paper. Add 50 cents
     for overseas airmail. Can only be used in U.S. However, if
     travelling here will be useful. 

6) ON LINE GUIDE. 
    
     Describes exactly how to get Compuserve and Prodigy           
     membership/startup kits for free - without paying $30.00 to
     $49.99! Totally legal sources - the companies do not mind at
     all as they gain more members. Shows exactly how to become a
     member, using your computer and modem, of the 6 major
     national on-line services - Compuserve, Prodigy, Genie,
     America On Line, Delphi and BIX. Complete instructions, 800
     numbers for customer service, best times to call, complete    
     rates, some inside information, more. All in easy to read 5
     page guide. Information not available anywhere else all
     together in one place. (Price $3.50, includes postage).
     Paper. Overseas customers: Check locally for sign on
     procedures.

7) SUMMONS GUIDE.                 

     Guaranteed to save you money on parking and speeding fines.
     Using these  methods you will avoid paying at least one
     future parking summons that you ordinarily would have paid.
     Everything legal! Shows exactly what to look for on a parking
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     or speeding ticket to reduce the fine or void it completely.
     What to write in a letter and suggestions on what to say in
     court. Valid in all 50 states. (Price - $3.25, includes
     postage). Paper.

                              *           *         *

     
     Specialized listings are also available. For example, reliable and
     inexpensive sources for computer (or other merchandise)
     equipment, supplies, etc. Let us know your requests/needs.
     Please write/send email  if any questions at all. Thanks.  

     Hundreds of satisfied customers have ordered our full version
     and other products.  Not one complaint!
   
                                  * * *  

  
     You do not have to print out our registration form to
     register or order our other items. You can use the form as a
     'worksheet'. Simply write down the following on a separate
     paper:  

     1) Names of the item(s) you'd like, and place where this      
        shareware file was obtained. 
     2) Comments or suggestions, if you like, on your own paper OR 
        on comment form supplied here. 
     3) Enclose check or money order.      

COMMENT FORM - WHAT DID YOU THINK OF THIS FILE?

     You would really be helping us if you could print out the
     comment form and send it in (or send in your comments on your
     own paper). Your comments and ideas will help us serve you
     better and make our products more useful. If it can be made
     better perhaps we can then charge more! (only kidding).


                       Orders shipped within 48 hours.   

NOTE: Author of this file is not employed by or associated in any way
      with any of the companies mentioned here. All product names
      are the property of the respective companies.


     (c) COPYRIGHT 1992. LOUIS PUCCIO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This
     file, FREEBIES 3.1, may be copied freely by anyone (EXCEPT
     onto electronic bulletin systems) provided that no changes
     are made. Make as many copies as necessary. Price not to
     exceed $9.00 per copy.

  PART 2 - VIDEOS - AFTER REGISTRATION FORM
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  TO PRINT ORDER FORM:

     It's best to use your word processor to print.

                            REGISTRATION/ORDER FORM

                INFOLIST - 90 CHURCH ST. - BOX 2517 - NY, NY 10008

Name..................................Years computer experience........ 
                                      General area of work?             
                                                  .....................
Address...............................................
                            Date shareware disk purchased:.............

Important! Where did you get this shareware file?......................
                                                                 
1) COMPUFREEBIES...(800+ free items, actual software, game demos, etc.)

5.25" Hi-dens:_____or 3.5" disk:______No. of copies_____x $15.00 = _______
MAC owners order 3.5". 360K Lo-dens.:______                             
     
                                     TOTAL COPIES:____ Free postage up to 
                                                       two copies.    

If total copies are 3 or 4, add 75 cents postage. Over 4, add 30 cents 
per copy. Outside U.S. and Canada, add $2.50 for 1 or 2 copies.         
                                                                 = _______

ALL BELOW ARE SENT ON PAPER

2) VIDEOLIST........140 free videos...........Copies:____x $3.25 = _______   
                                                            
3) PHONELIST...Avoid calling card fees).......Copies:____x $3.00 = _______
                                                            
4) NY HOTELIST..Inexpensive,quality hotels)...Copies:____x $3.00 = _______
                                                            
5) ON LINE GUIDE..Avoid $25-$30 startup fees..Copies:____x $3.50 = _______ 
                                                     
6) SUMMONS GUIDE..(Avoid payment - legally)...Copies:____x $3.25 = _______
                                                       
7) MAGAZINE LIST.....(166 free magazines).....Copies:____x $4.95 = _______

                                        TOTAL COPIES:____  
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If Total copies is 3, add 60 cents postage.   (Please tell us where you
If Total copies is 4, add 80 cents postage.    received this shareware file.
outside U.S. & Canada add 50 cents postage per copy.   Write name in space 
                                                       here or at top of 
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        -adob/                                         
Please send personal or company check (US funds),  TOTAL ENCLOSED: ?????????
made payable to Louis Puccio or Infolist.                               
                                                                   
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here (company name, item name, category, phone numbers, etc.) was the
information easy to understand?_ _ _Easy to actually use? (if you've
called any companies)_  _  _  _Why or why not? What would you add or
change? Send printed examples if you like.
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Did you find the tips and suggestions in this file helpful when
contacting the companies? 
Not at all                        Average             Extremely helpful
1      2      3       4       5        6       7       8      9      10 
Please describe (briefly) which tip(s) and instructions you found
useful or feel are potentially useful. Also, please add some of your
own if you like.
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Just from looking at the titles of the free items listed here, how many 
companies will you call? Approximately? __________ Why or why not?
Also, if you have called some already, which company did you contact
first?  
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.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 
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For what area in the computer industry would you like to see more free
items offered? List any other category besides the 42 here.
.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 
.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 
How else would you like to see this file and/or company listings
organized?    
.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 
.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 
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     We hope that you've enjoyed this shareware product. Please 
     support the shareware concept and send in the minimum 
     registration fee if you have found this useful. Computer 
     shareware is perhaps the only product  sold on a 'try before
     you buy' basis. This means that developing all the many
     inexpensive  programs available depends upon individuals
     registering what  they've found useful.              
  
   
    Comments, ideas, suggestions, etc. please send email or write on a  
    separate paper. Or use our comment form. We appreciate your         
    thoughts and comments about this shareware product.

                             EMAIL ADDRESSES
           ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????      
           ? Genie: L.Puccio   Internet: Lou@mindvox.phantom.com ?
           ?                                                     ?
           ? Compuserve: 71051,3236   A O L(PC Link): Bdybilder  ?
           ??????????????????????????????????????????????????????? 
     Compuserve and MCI Mail users can send email to the Internet
     address above. There may be other systems which can also do this.  

     Call customer service for instructions on sending to outside       
     systems.

          Mail address:
                           ????????????????                   
                           ? INFOLIST     ?
                           ? 90 CHURCH ST.?
                           ? BOX 2517     ?
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                           ????????????????      

               Sysops, BBS owners, club Presidents and anyone  
               who would like to upload or copy this file:     
               """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""           
     
     The file you have now is not for posting on BBS's as it would
     be impossible to update this file later. I can send a special
     version for your needs, for example, to be used as a menu
     selection. One bbs I know of has done this. Please erase any
     earlier version (1991 date) named FREEBIES.ZIP. (size -
     approx. 12K) if you happen to have it on your BBS. 

     Anyone may make a copy of this shareware file you have now
     for club members, friends, co-workers etc. Not necessary to
     contact me first but I'd appreciate a note (or use e-mail
     addresses below) with the name, phone and description of your
     organization. Contact us if you'd like changes made to this
     file. The name for this file should be: COMPUFREEBIES. 
     (To all sysops, club presidents: Feel free to sign me up for 
     a free life membership required!.....No? 20 years? (Only kidding.) 
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                    SHAREWARE COMPANY OWNERS/REVIEWERS:  
                    """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""   
     May include this file in your catalog or store without
     contacting the author first. However, please let us know with
     a note so I can send updates. Send a catalog also, if you
     like. Better yet, send some free disks!..... Only kidding! 

     The name of this file for shareware catalogs should be:
     FREEBIES 3.1, or COMPUFREEBIES 3.1. If you already carry our
     older version, please note in your catalog description that
     this is an update.
 
     Although this diskette may be copied freely, price must be
     less than $9.00.     


     One last bonus item!

     HAMMERMILL DESKTOP PAPERS
     800 242 2148
     ASK FOR: FREE SAMPLES OF ONE (OR MORE) OF THE FOLLOWING - 
     1) LASER PRINT PAPER. 2) LASER PLUS PAPER. 3) BOND PAPER 
     WILL RECEIVE 25 PAGES OF EACH.

                                                                  
                 Please do not alter this text in any way! 
                 """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""   

                                                            Thanks!

PART 2 OF THIS FILE - FREE VIDEOS - ON FOLLOWING PAGE
                                                               


                        ****************************
                        *                          *
                        *       GAME INFO          *
                        *                          *
                        ****************************

     Included with this file are 2 actual games. This is an
     example of one of the many 'freebies' available from company
     just for the asking. To play the games go to the Airlift or
     Vegas directory here on this disk.  
     1) Type Airlift at the DOS prompt to play Airlift. 
     2) Type Cards at the DOS prompt to play Vegas. In each 
        directory are complete instructions. 

     These games are found on a demo disk sent by a company listed
     in the registered version. For more information go to the   
     directory or file on this disk called 'gamedoc.' 2 other
     products made by the company are also described.


Note - the author is not affiliated with this company in any way.     



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                               ???????????
                               ? PART 2  ?
                               ?         ?
                               ???????????


                                FREE VIDEOS              
                                 

     10 companies offering 10 free videos are listed here. Title of
     each video and brief descriptions are included. These videos
     are mainly computer-related and describe products made by
     each company. You can learn from these tapes about the
     subjects covered as well as the company's products.  

     Promotions and offers may end, however, all videos are
     currently available as this is constantly updated. Ask for
     extension, if listed, or request by video title. If you reach
     an operator, give the extension number (if listed) or just ask
     for the title of the video. Videos arrive  in re-usable boxes
     and can be recorded over after viewing. If anyone asks how
     you heard about the video mention Infolist catalog. If you're
     told that the video is no longer available, call back later.
     Often a different person may be more cooperative. If calling
     a second time and are asked how you heard about the video
     mention a major computer magazine, or that you're not sure how
     you learned about it but had written down the company's phone
     no. You should rarely encounter such difficulty but I mention
     it just in case. If you don't have a touch tone phone and you
     reach a recording, eventually a company operator will answer. 
     
     Videolist, one of our products, (described later in detail)
     lists 140 free videos and is the largest centralized source
     of free videos in the U.S. All the companies are constantly
     updated so there is no need to worry about outdated phone
     numbers or other information.
 
                      *         *          *                     
                                                                        
  
 CLUB MED - 800 258 2633                                                
 Title: CLUB MED VIDEO. Describes their large cruise ship.              
     

 CHRISTIAN CHILDREN'S FUND -  800 228 2221.
 Title: FREE VIDEO. Will receive general information and a video        
 showing how you can help children all over the world. Note: Money      
 Magazine rated this charity as one of the 10 best in America.
 
 EPSON - 800 289 3776               
 Title: PROGRESSION PC              
 Shows how their software speeds up Windows without accelerator cards.

 GREATER MIAMI VISITOR'S BUREAU - 800 955 3646. 
 Title: CITY WITH A RHYTHM ALL IT'S OWN. Highlights of Miami, beaches,  
 entertainment, etc.

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 MAUI RESORT - 800 292 4532
 Title: MAUI INTER-CONTINENTAL RESORT. 
 Describes this Hawaiian island and places for business meetings.  

 MUTUAL FUND FORECASTER - 800 442 9000.
 Title: MUTUAL PROFITS.
 Describes this company's financial newsletter.

 OLDSMOBILE - 800 354 3228.       
 Title: INDEPENDENT TEST VIDEO.   
 Describes features of the Achieva model automobile.       

 SMUGGLER'S NOTCH RESORTS - 800 451 8752.                         
 Title: SMUGGLER'S NOTCH VIDEO.
 Describes this family resort in State of Vermont.

 WORDPERFECT - 800 451 5151.
 Title: WORDPERFECT FOR WINDOWS.
 Describes their word processing program for use with Windows.

APPLE COMPUTER - 800 441 3001 extension 671.
Title: IN BUSINESS WITH MACINTOSH.
Video comes with discount cupons for Apple-related products.

                           FOR EVEN MORE VIDEOS!            
                           """""""""""""""""""""   

     If you liked this 2nd part you might consider Videolist,
     another of our products. It is organized in the same way you
     see here but includes many more videos and companies - 140
     free videos! Even the phone call to the companies is free.
     Many of these videos are not advertised and this is the only
     place you'll know about them. Please see order form and
     catalog at end of this file for ordering info. We've had many
     orders with no complaints at all. Do not worry about
     receiving out of date phone numbers or companies. Everything
     is constantly updated! More videos are added as they become
     available so you may receive more than 140.

     IMPORTANT ? When ordering or writing to us please print your
     return address on the order form. Also, mention where you
     found this shareware file that you have now.

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           ? for any comments. We appreciate your thoughts and ?
           ? comments about this shareware version.            ?
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              ? !!!! SUPPORT THE SHAREWARE CONCEPT !!!!  ?
              ?                                          ?
              ? All the many shareware files available   ?
              ? have come about through hard work and    ?
              ? depend mainly on contributions from      ?
              ? users. It's a great system as there are  ?
              ? no heavy advertising or other costs as   ?
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              ? But to continue offering these           ?
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              ? rely on people to register if they have  ?
              ? found the file useful.                   ?
              ????????????????????????????????????????????
 JOKES - SEE PAGE 33.

             ADVANTAGES, USEFULNESS AND DESCRIPTIONS OF ITEMS           
             OBTAINED THROUGH USE OF THIS FILE AND REGISTERED VERSION
             """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""   
  

     1) WORKING MODELS OF MAJOR SOFTWARE PROGRAMS, DEMO DISKS AND  
        ACTUAL SOFTWARE.  

     There is NO other centralized listing as large as
     CompuFreebies (registered version) in the U.S. available on
     diskette. There is only one other available on CD Rom which
     is much more expensive but free items listed are only demo
     disks, not booklets, videos, free expos, seminars or other
     things. 

     What exactly is a demo disk? These are given away as part of
     advertising and promotion efforts, especially for new
     products. Most are similar to slide shows and you watch
     colorful screens magically appear. There is an example of
     most of the features. The term 'self-running demo' is often
     used for these types of demos.  A working model does the most
     of any demo disk and is also more expensive to produce. It is
     almost the very same software sold for a lot of money. Unlike
     self-running or interactive demos, with a working model you
     can actually use many of the same features of the actual,
     expensive program. Each company's working model has unique
     limitations; most do not allow saving and/or printing. For
     obvious reasons, some functions cannot work or companies
     would in effect be giving away their software. However, some
     companies are more generous than others with usable features
     on the working model.  One company's working model (found in
     the full version) allows design of up to 30 IC's (Integrated
     Circuits) for printed circuit boards.  Our registered version
     lists all of Microsoft's working models including Windows.
     The working model of Windows 3.0 actually allows use of
     Windows in the lowest operating mode. For many people this
     may be good enough. You'll actually be able to use powerful
     Windows features. Many demos and other items are not
     advertised in magazines so Compufreebies is the only place
     you'll know about them. 
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     You don't have to pay for or return anything. Demos are sent on    
     re-usable diskettes. High density and 3.5" diskettes can be        
     expensive, as you know. 

     Demos are very valuable in revealing a great deal about the
     actual software. It will answer many questions such as: 

     A) exactly how the screens are organized and will appear.     
     B) how easy will it be to maneuver around, and 
     C) where to locate the features YOU feel are important (not   
        only those which advertisements describe).  
     D) reveal quality of paper manuals and documentation. If the  
        directions and documentation supplied with the demo disk   
        (especially working models) are easy to use, then there's  
        a good chance that the actual program will have the same   
        qualities.
     E) quality of help screens and company support. How well are  
        questions answered about materials received when you call  
        the company? You'll see exactly how much on-screen help is 
        provided.
     F) compare one or more software products easily and quickly.  
        You'll be more certain as to which is the best software    
        for your needs - without having to take a chance on a      
        purchase. Often many magazines rate software and choose 2  
        programs as the best. You can further compare these 2      
        quickly on your own computer. 
   
     I'm sure there are a lot more than these 6 points but the          
     usefulness of demo disks in evaluating software should be quite    
     clear.

     Demos offer many advantages over buying the actual, expensive
     software for review, for example, some computer/M.I.S. depts.
     cannot get quick authorization for purchase of a wide variety
     of actual software. Other problems are: Forms to be
     completed, red tape, waiting for approval, installation time,
     returns problems (IF allowed) such as keeping track of return
     dates, packing, postage, potential loss of items,
     're-stocking fees', etc. All this makes it very difficult to
     review a lot of very good software. 

2) BEST CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBERS AND EXTENSIONS. 

     Nearly all companies listed here and the registered version
     have toll-free nos. I have contacted each company and found
     the most direct phone numbers. As a result, time spent on
     'hold' or transferred will be greatly reduced when you call.
     You'll reach the department directly responsible for the
     desired product. Often companies do not list their 800 number
     in ads or any other literature. But through research I've
     managed to find and include them here. This feature will save
     phone charges and time. Detailed instructions on what
     extension to ask for or number to press is included. 


3) ACCESS TO COMPANY EXPERTS, TOLL-FREE TECH SUPPORT                    
  AND OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE CONTACTS.
  

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     You'll speak with the department most knowledgeable about the
     product. Sales reps. are very helpful and can answer most
     questions except the most technical. If a company has
     toll-free tech support the number is listed near the
     sales/marketing 800 number. These numbers are not widely
     advertised and were obtained with a lot of effort. A lot can
     be learned, including basics. E.g., anyone with an interest
     in networks can contact a network company that will explain
     some basics. 

     Because you can speak with someone quickly and easily much
     more can be learned with less effort (and cost) than reading
     a book or manual. For many applications, e.g. Wordperfect,
     completely free tech. support is available.  For those who
     prefer studying, the booklet category has companies that send
     good basic guides for most computer fields.   

4) VIDEO CASSETTES.    

     These are also free and describe the company and/or their
     products. The tapes and boxes can be re-used to tape favorite
     programs and will fit into any VHS recorder. A total of 19
     videos are available in the registered version. Please see
     the catalog for description of Videolist which offers 140
     free videos plus a $10.00 credit from one company to all
     callers. These are all part of promoting products. However,
     you will also learn from these videos.  

5) BOOKLETS, LITERATURE, MAGAZINES, EXPOS, GAME DEMOS, SEMINARS,       
DISCOUNT CATALOGS, POSTERS, PERSONAL ORGANIZERS, MUGS, ETC.   (MUGS   
AND PERSONAL ORGANIZERS AVAILABLE IN REGISTERED VERSION)

     Many companies send thick informative booklets and literature
     describing many computer-related topics. To educate their
     users they send basic 'How To' booklets. For example, titles
     read something like, "Getting The Most from Your PC, Network,
     Mainframe, Connectivity, Telephone, etc. (titles depend on
     the company.)" I carefully selected booklets which are truly
     informative and do not try to sell a particular product.
     These are not sales materials or brochures and you will
     really learn a lot from them. 

     Free computer magazine subscriptions are used to increase ad
     revenue. Most of the ads deal with specific products and
     systems. These free magazines are specialized and appeal to a
     certain reader. These are an excellent source of information,
     news and events. 

     Free admission to popular expos and conferences: These are
     large trade shows with many exhibits from companies all over
     the U.S. Normally admission at the show without an invitation
     is at least $10 - $30.00. As with other items, these passes
     are free to all callers.

     Free seminars are given to explain the basics of products and
     help potential customers understand products and services
     better. Practically all the expos and seminars listed in the
     registered version of CompuFreebies are not advertised any
     place else. Free catalogs are offered are on either CD Rom or
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     diskettes. These are found in the electronic catalog section.      
     Many sales brochures come in large folders for holding papers.     
     Large envelopes can be re-used for other mailings.     

6) LEARN ABOUT COMPUTER PRODUCTS YOU NEVER KNEW EXISTED.
  
     A convenient listing of companies (such as this) with toll
     free numbers provides computer users with a great opportunity
     to explore and come across a solution or helpful product.
     Some companies with good products  may not take out a full
     page ad (or any ad) in magazines or newspapers. We have many
     unadvertised free items and computer products listed.

     No purchase is required at any time from any company. Take as
     much time as necessary to review the demo disks and other
     material carefully. Only ask for what is really necessary as
     most things are expensive, especially for mail and handling. 
     


                             *          *            *




     Once again, thank you for selecting and reviewing this file!
     We value all our customers and are committed to quality. I am
     sure you and\or your organization will find this unique
     product helpful. You will definitely and without question get
     back more than your investment - not only in material goods,
     but in gain of knowledge and learning. The value of reliable
     knowledge is quite high and always pays back good dividends.  
     

                                  - Louis Puccio, President. INFOLIST. 

           
          
                             SHAREWARE LAUGHS
                             """"""""""""""""
     Following are some jokes and humor straight from my computer
     to yours. I save some of the best jokes I come across into a
     large file and chose some here to share with you. I always
     say that we can never laugh too much. Well, that's not always
     true...I also say other things besides that! Oh well, you
     know what I mean. Enjoy!    

                         *        *         *

     A young boy came home from class and his mother asked,  "What 
     did  you learn in algebra class today, son?" 
     "Well, I learned Pi R Square," replied the boy. 
     "Now, hold on there, son; everybody knows that pie are round"
     
     
     Didja hear about the cow that caught such a cold she gave
     nothing but ice cream?


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     What are microchips ?
       A. Little bitty highway patrolmen
       B. What you eat with microdip
       C. What a herd of micros leave on the prairie

     On a bright, warm spring day, a certain resident of East Indian 
     origin was shaking his rug on his front porch. A passerby saw
     him, couldn't help himself and blurted, "What is the problem?
     Can't get it started?"


     A rock band's drummer thought he would make a good policeman, he 
     was use to pounding a beat.


     A taxi driver is a man who drives away customers.


     These two guys just arrived in America and decide to buy
     their first jigsaw puzzle.  It takes them six months to
     finish it.  One guy says, "Let's have a party to celebrate
     our accomplishment."  So they invite their friends over for a
     party and one of the guests asks, "What are we celebrating
     guys?"  The guys reply, as they're pointing to their
     accomplishment on the table, "We put together our first
     jigsaw puzzle and it only took us six months!" The guest
     says, "What is so special about that?  It doesn't look very
     difficult."  The guys reply, "Well, the cover of the box said
     '3 to 5 years'."


Author unknown:

     I walked into a pizza place down the street from where I use
     to live. I was with a friend and we could not decide what
     kind of pizza we wanted. We decided to get a half of one kind
     and half another. "Give us a large vegetarian pizza, but put
     pepperoni on half". The guy behind the counter VERY straight
     faced and quite serious asked: "Which half would you like the
     pepperoni on?" Without missing a beat, I said "The right
     half!" He wrote "Pepperoni on the right half" on the tag and
     handed it to the guy who makes the pizzas. That guy smiled a
     bit and proceeded to make us our pizza.

     About 20 minutes later they called my name. When I went to
     pick up the pizza I noticed that it was sitting so that the
     pepperoni was to my right but the counter person's left. I
     could not resist. I said "Hey, I wanted the pepperoni on the
     right side not the left side!"  This taught me not to be such
     a smart ass in the future. The clerk, looking worried,
     grabbed the pizza and tossed it into the trash saying "Damn,
     I'm sorry, they must have made a mistake. We will make you
     another one right now!"

     25 minutes later, I kept quiet and ate the pizza! My friend
     and I did laugh about it for quite some time. Especially when
     the clerk gave us each a free beer and said he was sorry for
     the mistake and that we had to wait!!!!
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     This piece of string walks into a bar, and says "Ouch!" He
     asks the bartender for a drink.  The bartender says "Hey, we
     don't allow string in here.  You'll have to leave."  The
     string gets up and walks out.  Later he decides to try it
     again.  This time he ties himself in a knot around the middle
     and cuts the end of the string by his head.  He goes back in
     the bar and orders a drink.  The bartender says "Hey, are you
     a string?"  The string says "No, 
     I'm a frayed knot."

     Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall
     Humpty Dumpty had a great fall
     All the kings horses and all the kings men
     Said what the heck, its only an egg!
     
     Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall
     Humpty Dumpty had a great fall
     All the kings horses and all the kings men
     Had scrambled eggs for the next two weeks!
     
     I just heard about a group of US tourists who came back from
     the Soviet Union. They visited Lenin's Tomb, which is one of
     the most important monuments in the Kremlin.  Although the
     line was long, the foreigners were allowed to go to the front
     of the line. As they were allowed to enter, one 20 year old
     woman was not allowed to go in because she wore a short
     sleeved blouse. (It was in the summer) She couldn't figure
     out why such a rule existed. 

     Later on, she asked her travel guide about the rule, and was
     told that the Soviet constitution does not guarantee the
     right to bare arms.

 Some from the 8th annual Ten-Best Stressed Puns competition:

     A man discovered that a blood vessel on his wife's forehead
     would enlarge as the barometric pressure fell. He learned
     soon to predict rainstorms by observing her weather vein.


     Mr. Greenjeans said to Mr. Bluejeans,  "Me?  I like to wake
     up with the rooster.  How about you?"
     Mr. Bluejeans  shook his head,  "Naw, I prefer sleeping in my
     own bed."


        (Sung with Italian accordion music in the background.)
 
                 If you see a big eel,
                 and his teeth are like steel,
                 That's a Moray. (A Moray!)
 
                 If he's big and he's mean 
                 and he's slimy and green,
                 That's a Moray. (A Moray)

                 When he's fanning his gills,
                 Better head for the hills,
                 That's a Moray. (A Moray!)
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                 From a hole in the reef,
                 He will bring you much grief,
                 That's a Moray. (A Moray!)


     The following was taken from the Internet humor news-group.
     Unfortunately, I do not have the author's name to give credit
     here: 

SUBJECT: Service Interaction

     A particularly insidious kind of sales call now appearing in
     several cities is one which is initiated by computer, and
     contains recorded questions by some mellifluous voice that
     requires answers in simple digits or "yes" and "no". A voice
     recognition circuit then processes your answers and asks
     further questions based on your former answers.  The sales
     pitch is usually disguised as a survey of some kind.  The
     despicable thing about these things is that they won't leave
     you alone. If you hang up, they will just call back again.


     One day my wife got a call from one of these computer
     systems, and her answering machine answered. The conversation
     that followed was hilarious, as it consisted of two machines
     talking to each other without having the slightest idea about
     what each other was saying. The conversation wound up in an
     endless loop, as follows:

     [PHONE] *RING*
     
     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "...At the tone, please give your
     message.  BEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] "Hello. This is [company_name], and we are taking a
     telephone survey...when I ask a question, wait for the beep,
     then please speak plainly.  I will repeat your answer back to
     you, and verify it.  First, what is your phone number?
     BEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     (The answering machine, upon hearing the beep, got confused
     and thought it was a play-back command, and generated another
     beep in response.)

     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] "Thank you! Your phone number was
     443-28347-47756-377764-22222.  Is that correct?
     BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] "Thank you! Do you have any children?
     BEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] Thank you! What is the age of your first child?
     BEEEEEEEEEEP."
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     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] "Your first child is 1,222 years old. Is that
     correct?  BEEEEEP."

     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."
          
     [---------------  BEGIN ENDLESS LOOP ----------------]

     [PHONE] "Thank you! Do you have any more children? BEEEEEEP."

     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] "Thank you! What is this child's age? BEEEP."

     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."

     [PHONE] "This child is 4,233 years old. Is that correct?
     BEEEEP."
     
     [ANSWERING MACHINE] "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP."
     
     [---------------------END LOOP -----------------------]
     
     My wife, upon noticing that the answering machine had been
     going for over half an hour, turned up the volume to find out
     what was going on. When she discovered this endless loop (by
     now she had over 200 children, all over 1,000 years old), she
     switched off the answering machine. The computer never called
     again. 


                                FUN FACTS
                                """""""""    

         The following is from my file of 'fun' and general facts. 
         I add to this when I come across a magazine or newspaper 
         article with something interesting or unique:

     Dave Kunst walked around the world in 4 1/2 years covering
     15,000 miles. He ended in Newport Beach, California in
     October 1974.

     Longest car in the world is in New York and costs $80,000. It
     has 2 sofas, TV, stereo, 2 fridges, bar and 3 phones. It's 27
     ft. long.


     The distance between the wingtips of a Boeing 747 is longer
     than the flight first made by the Wright Bros.

     Walter Diemer invented bubble gum in 1928. Everyone said the
     idea was crazy. When asked why bubble gum is pink he said,
     'It was the only coloring I had at the time.'

     Kangaroos received their names when Captain Cook's crew asked
     Australian aborigines what those strange creatures hopping
     about were. They answered, 'Kangaroo,' which means 'What are
     you saying?'
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     In 1978 a 37 year old man, Yukihoro Isa, climbed 12,388 Mount
     Fuji in 5 days. He was paralyzed from the waist down and did
     it in a one horsepower wheelchair.

     World's Longest Walk - He walked 19,019 miles in 7 years,
     from Tierra del Fuego in S. America to Alaska's shores.

            Some names of actual towns:

     Disco, Wisconsin  -  Waltz, Michigan
     Carefree, Arizona -  Panic, Pennsylvania
     Normal, Illinois -  Peculiar, Missouri
     Sunrise, Wyoming  -  Sunset, Louisiana

     Lively, Virginia  -  Drab, Pennsylvania
     Why, Arizona  -   Whynot, Mississippi
     Ball Ground, Georgia

     Baseline, Calif.
     Centerfield, Utah
     Diamond, Missouri
     Fence, Wisconsin
     Fly, Ohio
     Homer, Louisiana
     Pitcher, NY
     Sunfield, Michigan
     Umpire, Arkansas
     
     Elvis Presley's Favorite snack was a fried peanut butter and
     banana sandwich.

     Thomas Crapper - 1837 - 1910. A sanitary engineer who
     invented the valve-and-siphon arrangement that made the
     modern toilet possible.

     The busiest U.S. intersection: the junction of Interstate 10
     (Santa Monica Freeway) and Interstate 405 (San Diego
     Freeway). An average of 513,000 vehicles use it every day.


    NO. OF TELEPHONE POLLS IN US - AS OF 1989:

Alabama - 435,266          Connecticut - 388,627     Idaho - 60,840
Alaska - 394  (least)      Delaware - 45,303         Illinois - 737,728
Arizona - 167,202          D.C. - 17,458             Indiana - 522,940 

Arkansas - 164,141         Florida - 635,506         Iowa - 106,175
California - 1,783,465 (most) Georgia - 426,207      Kansas - 166,145
Colorado -  216,268        Hawaii - 140,675          Kentucky - 446,403
Louisiana - 287,082                Ohio - 1,212,887

     Maine - 236,376                   Oklahoma - 282,144
     Maryland - 341,271                Oregon - 168,630
     Massachusetts - 644,852           Pennsylvania - 1,275,520
     Michigan - 660,291                Rhode Island - 134,408
     Minnesota - 144,238              South Carolina - 171,615
     Mississippi - 260,717             South Dakota - 20,293
     Missouri - 533,598                Tennessee - 515,516
     Montana - 56,198                  Texas - 1,290,977
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     Nebraska - 60,590                 Utah - 87,104
     Nevada - 75,190                   Vermont - 141,997
     New Hampshire - 216,699           Virginia - 542,970
     New Jersey - 640,162              Washington - 366,826
     New Mexico - 84,918               West Virginia - 315,630
     New York - 1,469,917 (2nd most)   Wisconsin - 231,594
     North Carolina - 403,983          Wyoming - 37,283         
     North Dakota - 15,214             
                                  Total - 19,387,333       

     About 50 million hot dogs are consumed in the U.S. every day!
     
     Walter Nilson, on a dare from Robert "Believe It Or Not"  
     Ripley, unicycled across the U.S. from New York City to San
     Francisco covering 3,306 miles in 117 days without falling
     once.

     Chief M.K.O. Abiola, the head of a tribe in Nigeria is a
     billionaire. He pays for the college education of any
     Nigerian who asks him.


CAN'T COUNT

     In Cranston, R.I., Donald M. Thomas, 34, escaped in March
     after serving 89 days of a 90-day jail sentence for
     disorderly conduct and thus now faces up to 20 years in prison.


             Well, this is it! This is really the end of this file...

                              :>
                                                   



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