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Regarding the latest FrameMaker version, here is a note I received from
FrameMaker about it.
Joanne
>From: sandys -at- Adobe -dot- COM (Sandy Smith)
>Date: Fri, 11 Apr 1997 15:17:53 -0400
>To: joanne -dot- greene -at- jacobus -dot- com
FrameMaker 5.1.2
>
>
>Joanne,
>
>Here's the information.
>
> SOFTWARE UPDATE--FrameMaker 5 for Windows 95 and Windows NT
>
> The Adobe Publishing division is pleased to announce a minor update to
> FrameMaker 5 for Windows 95 and Windows NT. This update is a maintenance
> release with no new features or functionality. Instead, the update addresses
> the following areas specific to Windows 95 and Windows NT:
>
> * FrameMaker is certified to run under NT 4.0. VeriTest has certified
> FrameMaker 5 for the Windows 95 and Windows NT logo. Previously, FrameMaker
> was Windows 95 logo certified.
>
> * Selecting an option from the Properties pop-up menu in the Paragraph
> Designer dialog may have previously resulted in a fatal error.
>
> * Hypertext links authored in FrameMaker, printed to enhanced PostScript
> files and distilled in Acrobat 2.x will work correctly.
>
> * Using Paste Special to paste linked OLE2 graphics or text will reliably
> create a link in FrameMaker.
>
> * Equations will display at an appropriate speed when a PostScript printer
> driver is set as the default printer in Windows or FrameMaker.
>
> * Using undo/redo with tables will work reliably.
>
>
> GETTING THE UPDATE
>
> A 5.1.2 CD-ROM update (part number 27910067) is available. The update is a
> full FrameMaker installation and the registration number must be reentered.
> The update will not be available for download from the Web.
>
> FSS customers
> Customers with an active Frame Support Subscription (FSS) as of 12/1/96
> will automatically receive the update. We will provide one update per FSS
> contract. All FSS customers should receive the update by 4/1/97.
>
> Purchased between 1/1/97 and 4/1/97
> Customers purchasing FrameMaker 5 between 1/1/97 and 4/1/97 may also
> receive a free update with proof of purchase. Call 800-685-4586 between
> 6:00AM and 5:00PM PST Monday through Friday. Customers should have their
> registration number and proof of purchase when they call.
>
> ALL OTHER CUSTOMERS
>
> U.S. & Canada:
> Customers may order the 5.1.2 CD-ROM update by calling 800-685-4586 between
> 6:00AM and 5PM PST Monday through Friday. There will be a $10.50 ($15.50
> for Canada) shipping and handling charge. Diskettes may be requested, if
> required. The cost for diskettes is $25.00. Customers should have their
> registration number handy when they call in.
>
>
> Europe and Eastern Europe:
> Please contact the European Support Centre by phone (+44 131 451 6882),
> or FAX (+44 131 458 6999) if you have questions about obtaining this
> update.
>
> Customers in other countries should contact their distributor or
> reseller to inquire about the availability of the update.
>
>Thank you for your inquiry. If you have any further questions concerning
>this issue, please contact me directly. Please continue to use
>comments -at- adobe -dot- com for future questions or comments.
>
>Best Regards,
>
>Sandy Smith
>Adobe Technical Support - Frame Products
>
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