***************************************************************************** BayCom - Packet-Radio Terminal Version 1.60 (C) Copyright 1994 DL8MBT/DG3RBU ***************************************************************************** For information about the program refer to the printed manual "BayCom 1.60" Copyright Note -------------- Due to a number of unfortunate events we are forced to protect the copyright on BayCom software and the manual more strictly than before. As it was never intended to make more money with BayCom than what was necessary to cover the cost of developing hardware and software, and perhaps fundraising for amateur packet radio projects, it should be noted that the developers had the benefit of the amateur community in mind. They did not intend to support businesses with freebies, who, in several cases have illegally supplied the software with modem products. As it is always regrettable when legal action has to be taken to stop software pirates, we would like to outline our policy once again: - The purchase of BayCom software entitles you to use the software for your own packet operation at your own station. It may only be used for non-commercial purposes in amateur radio. The authors do not accept liability for any loss or damage that may result from the use of BayCom software or hardware. Amateur radio regulations must be adhered to under all circumstances. - The authors also permit you to copy the software privately and hand it on to others, provided that: * the software is not offered for sale, and is not handed on together with a commercial product, e.g., a modem. * it must not be mounted on file servers or distributed via the amateur packet network or any other electronic network, or CD's. Anyone violating this rule will be required to pay full royalties for all distributed copies. * all copies made must be individual copies, multiple copies are not permitted. * the software is handed on in its original release format, including particular the copyright marks. Individual parameter settings in SCC.INI or the terminal SCC.EXE may be modified. * the manual must not be copied. - We hope that you will understand that it is not acceptable for us to see other people reap the benefits of our work. It should also be common sense among amateurs to accept that purchases from commercial software pirates are not contributing to the funding of further development of your packet radio network and your packet system. - Apart from BayCom, the following groups are distributing BayCom in their respective countries as a fundraising project for the local packet networks: Auckland VHF Group in New Zealand Australian Amateur Packet Radio Association (AAPRA) in Australia Both will also sell modem hardware. BayCom has licensed commercial software distributors in the following countries: UK: SISKIN ELECTRONICS USA: PACCOMM and TIGERTRONICS It should be noted here that some dubious businesses sell older versions of BayCom software, partly embedded into other software to give them a somewhat professional touch. These versions are not supported by BayCom as they are being used without consent. Entering a :ver command at the terminal command prompt should clarify this. Please note that all versions of BayCom in all release languages are covered by the copyright, and that BayCom or its representatives will act accordingly to prevent copyright violations. - the authors and distributors of BayCom wish to state here that only genuine BayCom software and hardware will be supported by them. While we will try to help if problems arise, we would appreciate if dissatisfied users of clone modems and/or alternative software products would refrain from sharing their grief with @WW in packet bulletins entitled "MY BAYCOM DOESN'T WORK!!!". We must also mention here that the quality of our work (which we do in our spare time) is negatively affected by the pressure impatient users put on us. We presume that most bona fide amateurs will understand this and appreciate the work involved in development and distribution of soft- and hardware. It is you we are doing this for, as the amount of positive feedback proves. Have fun with BayCom! If there is no BayCom dealer or distributor in your country, and you are interested in becoming one, please contact Johannes Kneip Bert-Brecht-Weg 28 30890 Barsinghausen Germany Enquiries, especially from clubs that wish to use BayCom as a fundraising project for amateur radio packet development in their country, are always welcome.
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