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 *  BLACKJACK PLUS  Product Information      (BJP_INFO.TXT)      *
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 *   Version 4.0    Designed & developed by Jon Turcsanyi        *
 *                  Copyright 1991-1996     All Rights Reserved  *
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 *                  MUSICODE SOFTWARE                            *
 *                  40108 Highway 49, Suite C-280                *
 *                  Oakhurst, CA 93644    USA   (209) 966-3477   *
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           This program is produced by a member of the (ASP) 
                Association of Shareware Professionals 
              
             For IBM PC & Compatibles with EGA/VGA Graphics
   
               BLACKJACK PLUS is a Shareware Product. 
        After 30 days you are legally required to pay for it!

  If you have not registered this program after 30 days, you 
     must stop using the it and delete all associated files!
          Failure to comply is a copyright violation.
                See file: REGISTER.TXT for details.
 
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 **  BLACKJACK PLUS 4.0 (Shareware)   Program Features          **
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 THIS IS NOT JUST ANOTHER BLACKJACK GAME!  It is a real simulation
 of the casino environment and includes all the tools you need to
 learn what to do in each situation and become a confident player.
 
 BLACKJACK PLUS gives users all the features needed to explore
 card counting, advanced playing and betting strategies.
 
 The operation of this program is based on the strategy that you
 assign to each player. Strategies are made up of play decision
 tables, betting systems and a choice of when to take insurance. 
 Two basic strategies are provided:  Single or Multi-deck play

 The 'HINT' feature shows you the correct play (according to the
 selected strategy) when you aren't sure what to do.

  Playing Modes (each player is individually set to a play mode): 
  MANUAL     - You specify each action.  
  AUTO       - Players operate automatically.
  FEEDBACK   - Teaches strategies by informing the player of 
               incorrect plays and bets.
  BACKGROUND - Test strategies at the speed of the computer!  
               No slow graphic display. Just specify number of
               hands to play, then quickly compare statistical
               results gathered for you.  A really great tool!

 Additional Features:
 
  *  Specify 1-7 players at the table.  Place yourself at any 
     seating position, just like at the casino.

  *  Specify each player's stake, strategy, bet, etc.

  *  Use keyboard or mouse to navigate program.  

  *  Adjust the game playing speed.

  *  Play with one to nine decks.  

  *  Adjust the deck penetration (when dealer will shuffle).  

  *  Specify how many hands to be played (1-999,999).  

  *  Specify whether card totals should be displayed.  

  *  Set the casino house rules:  when dealer stands or hits 
     soft 17. What cards may be doubled, is surrender allowed?

  *  Take or refuse insurance when dealer has an ace showing.

  *  Statistics are accumulated for each player and may be 
     viewed and/or printed. They include: 
                Number of hands played.
                Number of hands won, lost or pushed.
                Number of hands doubled or split.
                Number of blackjacks.
                Total amount wagered. 
                Amounts won & lost, percentages, etc.

  >>  NOTE: This shareware version does not allow you to
            SPLIT hands, DOUBLE DOWN or edit the strategy table(s)
            Register to receive these features (see below).

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 **  BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL    Program Features            **
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 When you register you will receive 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL'
 FREE!  This is a popular commercial program that gives users all
 the features needed to explore card counting, advanced playing
 and betting strategies.  

 BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL allows you to:

   *  Double Down. 

   *  Split Hands. 
 
   *  Edit strategy tables.  Easily program any playing, betting
      and counting strategy! Set up strategies the masters use;
      Canfield, Revere, Thorpe, Uston, Wong. Or, invent your own!

   *  Set each player to a different strategy and compare results
      by reviewing the statistics gathered for you.      

   *  Print any strategy for study and comparison.

   *  Set individual card count values & true count methods.  

   *  Set up count adjusted playing and betting decisions.  

   *  Use an ace side count for betting.  

   *  Make insurance decisions based on a count.  

   *  Set up win/loss betting strategies.

   *  Copy, save and print out entire strategies.

   *  Save setups. including player stakes, strategies, game 
      rules, game speed, settings, etc.
  
 What does this mean?  Finally, you are able to try out all those 
 different strategies and practice counting methods. Program any
 playing, betting and counting strategies.  Run up to 999,999 
 hands automatically to quickly compare strategies.  
 Finally, you will understand why you have lost in the past!

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 **  BLACKJACK PLUS 4.0  Files (shareware)                      **
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 To share BLACKJACK PLUS, copy BJPLUS40.ZIP (contains these files)

   BJPLUS40.EXE       BJP_INFO.TXT       MANUAL.TXT
   BJPLUS40.RSC       REGISTER.TXT       VENDOR.TXT

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 *  Disclaimer of Warranty                                       *
 *  BLACKJACK PLUS is supplied "as is".  MUSICODE SOFTWARE and   *
 *  the author disclaim all warranties, expressed or implied,    *
 *  including, and without limitation, the warranties of         *
 *  merchantability, and of fitness for any purpose.  The user   *
 *  must assume the entire risk of using the program.  Any       *
 *  liability of the seller will be limited exclusively to       *
 *  product replacement or refund of the purchase price.         *
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