Date: Thu, 19 Nov 92 17:17:23 +0100
From: Oliver_Ludwig@ccwn.fido.de (Oliver Ludwig)
Subject: OS/2 and Compuserve HELP !!!
Newsgroups: comp.os.os2.apps
X-Comment-To: (Robertson)
Organization: oliver_ludwig@ccwn.fido.de | IBMMAIL.DEVD9PZ9 | 

 * Regarding the original message from robertson (unknown address)
 * writing to All (Sun 15. Nov 92 06:15).

 r>  I am looking for suggestions for the best software products to 
 r> use for  connecting to compuserve.  I have used Telix before, 
 r> but I was not  satisfied with it.  I need:

 r> -The ability to download conference discussions in a compressed 
 r> format -A reader to decompress, read, and post (QWK like)
 r> -Must work well with OS/2


Hello,

here some information about 'Golden CommPass(tm)' for OS/2.

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                     Golden CommPass(tm) Information Sheet

     Published by:  Creative Systems Programming Corporation
                    Post Office Box 961
                    Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054-0961

                    Phone:      (609) 234-1500
                    Fax:        (609) 234-1920
                    CompuServe: 71511,151

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     1. WHAT IS GOLDEN COMMPASS?


        * Golden CommPass is a specialized OS/2 communications program
          specifically designed to fully automate access to the most
          frequently used areas on the CompuServe Information Service.

        * Golden CommPass significantly reduces your on-line time by
          transmitting and receiving messages or downloading
          preselected files from the data libraries at the highest
          speed possible.

        * Golden CommPass allows you to make all decisions and compose
          new messages off-line, at your own convenience.

        * Golden CommPass presents a logical approach to selecting
          options and is user friendly.

        * Golden CommPass is enhanced by descriptive icons, windows
          and prompts which guide the user in the proper direction for
          next steps.

        * Golden CommPass provides automatic navigation on all
          CompuServe forums and CompuServe mail.

        * Golden CommPass SAVES YOU MONEY!

        * Golden CommPass SAVES YOU TIME!


     2. WHO SHOULD USE GOLDEN COMMPASS?

        * Anyone looking for an OS/2 solution to access CompuServe.

        * Anyone who needs to provide technical support to others.

        * Through CompuServe, Golden CommPass provides you with easy
          access to the technical support for every major software and
          hardware vendor in the PC marketplace.

        * Anyone interested in saving a significant amount of TIME and
          MONEY accessing CompuServe.


     3. TECHNICAL FEATURES

        * Complete OS/2 communications engine to fully automate access
          to CompuServe.  The communications engine is packaged as a
          separate Dynamic Link Library (DLL) package, so it is easily
          replaceable and extendable.

        * All CompuServe scripting logic is self contained in a single
          Dynamic Link Library (DLL) package, so changes to the
          CompuServe interface are easily implemented, without
          disruption of the rest of the Golden CommPass installation.

        * Fully exploits OS/2's multi-tasking and multi-threading
          capabilities.

        * Provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for accessing the
          CompuServe Information Service.

        * Complete support of the OS/2 system clipboard to cut and
          paste text between other OS/2 applications and Golden
          CommPass.

        * All message indexing operations are processed in the
          background using multiple threads.

        * Presentation Manager windows are used to display the message
          threads index, to mark message headers and to display the
          data library catalog.

        * Create on-line commands to be executed when a particular
          forum is accessed on-line.

        * Tracks on-line usage time.

        * Information-rich menus and dialog boxes on screen to provide
          easy visual navigation through the settings and options.

        * Pictorial icons indicate actions that need to be performed,
          either off-line or on-line.

        * Comprehensive context sensitive help is built in and is
          available to the user at any time by selecting the HELP push
          button, or by pressing the F1 key.

        * Compliant with IBM's System Application Architecture (SAA).

        * Conforms to the specifications for the Common User Access
          (CUA 1989).


     4. OFF-LINE CAPABILITIES

        * Allows processing of multiple message files, message header
          files, or library catalogs concurrently.

        * Allows user to work with the different files in the order
          that the user selects.

        * Automates searching of data libraries by specific key word,
          age or filename.

        * Button bar puts commonly used commands within easy reach of
          the mouse.

        * Text of individual forum messages are displayed in separate
          windows for each forum.

        * When replying to a forum message, the message window is
          split horizontally, so you can continue viewing the original
          message.

        * Provides full navigation of the forum message threads by
          locating the parent message, or any children messages.

        * The user composes, reviews and edits all messages on his own
          time, not accumulating CompuServe connect time charges.

        * Scan message headers and data library catalogs to
          selectively retrieve specific information.

        * Creates archive files to save selected messages and
          information.

        * Context sensitive on-line help system is built in.

        * Print messages to any printer supported by OS/2.

        * A "Bookmark" option allows you to mark selected messages so
          you can easily find them. Bookmarks are preserved between
          sessions.

        * Create a personal address book listing individuals and
          groups.

        * Macros can be created for signing messages, or other
          frequently used text.

        * User can select any OS/2 supported font, and has complete
          control of colors and window sizes.

        * User can selectively overwrite or append messages to message
          file on a forum-by-forum basis.


     5. ON-LINE CAPABILITIES

        * Completely automates all navigation of CompuServe mail and
          forums, including the message base and data libraries.

        * Communication takes place in the background, so other
          activities can be performed while the communications session
          is active.

        * Automatically joins previously unvisited forums on
          CompuServe.

        * Builds a catalog of data library files that can later be
          searched to select files to be downloaded.

        * Provides a separate conference window for composing messages
          without interfering with the actual conference.

        * Supports the CompuServe B+ file transfer protocol for
          uploading and downloading files.  The B+ protocol includes
          support for resuming a partially transmitted file.

        * Provides a manual access mode for manually interacting with
          CompuServe in those areas not automated by Golden CommPass.

        * Provides complete support for the CompuServe network, as
          well as alternate foreign and domestic networks.

        * Supports baud rates of 300, 1200, 2400, 4800 and 9600.

        * Automatic configuration of all CompuServe default options
          and specific forum options.

        * Provides an interactive scroll-back buffer (64K) for
          reviewing information that has already scrolled by.

        * Optionally captures the entire on-line session to a log file
          for later review.

        * Supports user written scripts.



     11. PURCHASE INFORMATION

        * Golden CommPass is available directly from Creative Systems
          Programming Corporation for $99.

        * Orders within the contenental United States will be shipped via
          UPS ground at no additional charge.  We can also ship UPS Red
          (overnight) or UPS Blue (2 day), but we will add the additional
          shipping costs to the purchase price.

        * Orders within Canada, Alaska and Hawaii will be send via U.S.
          Air mail unless other instructions are received at the time of
          purchase.

        * All other orders will be charged an additional $15 for shipping
          and handling.  These packages will be shipped via U.S. Air mail
          unless other instructions are received at the time of purchase.

        * Checks or money orders (in US funds) may be mailed to:

               Creative Systems Programming Corporation
               Post Office Box 961
               Mount Laurel, NJ  08054-0961

        * VISA and Mastercard are also accepted, and may be used to
          order via telephone, mail, or electronically via CompuServe
          mail.  Please contact:

               Phone: (609) 234-1500
               Fax:   (609) 234-1920

               CompuServe mail: 71511,151

        * Purchase orders are also accepted from approved companies.
          Please call for more information.

10/15/92

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