Ocean Cruise v2.1 by Kevin Messerschmidt
http://www.ctstarlight.com
Send any bugs, kudos, whatever to webmaster@ctstarlight.com 

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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

This should run on just about anything, but for best performance you need: 
Pentium II/266 or better computer
64mb or more of memory
Win 95, 98, NT, 2000, or ME
Looks best at 1024x768 but will work at any setting
16-bit color depth is suggested. 256 color will work but graphics may misbehave. 
If you want sound, you'll need a sound card 

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INSTALLATION:

If you have a previous version of Ocean Cruise, remove it (an oceancruise.scr file in the Windows directory).

Either double-click on setup.exe file when it opens in Winzip, or extract the files to another directory and run setup.exe. Use the default directory for the install.

To uninstall, remove it through Add/Remove Programs in the Control Panel. 

Use default installation directory. The program will install in the windows directory regardless.

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TIPS

I did not include any sample mp3's with the program. TO FIND MP3 FILES, go to mp3.com or somewhere and do some searching for what you like! 

If you want to receive notice when a new version is available, or other savers that I have in the works, go to my site and subscribe to the Connecticut Starlight Update. In the updates, I will make note when new savers or versions are available.

Pressing the M key while the saver is running will display the current mp3 file.
Maneuver the balloon with the mouse.
There's also a secret key to speed up the civilization process...

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VERSION HISTORY

Version 2.1

Okay okay, I put the balloon back in...

Version 2.0 has some major enhancements (some were major headaches!):

Selectable from configuration screen:
   Added sound of the water
   Added mp3 support- will randomly play any mp3s in a selected directory
   Added civilization as a fun feature... trouble in paradise!
   Removed hot air balloon
   Disable mouseovers option (mouse movement doesn't stop saver)
   Nightmode - Great last minute add-in try it!

Other features were provided by using a great screensaver backbone from:
   http://vv.carleton.ca/~neil/demo_ss/
These include multiple monitor support, passwords, NT support.

Cleaned up some graphics including the water.

Version 1.0 was the initial release.

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KNOWN BUGS:

There is a memory problem when the program runs for a long time (overnight). At worst, it slows the computer down to the point of locking it up, at best an occasional error message displays.

Some systems don't play mp3 correctly. If you don't hear mp3, try downloading Internet Explorer 5.5 or above.

If you change your display settings without rebooting, the saver may not fill the screen. This is not a program problem... reboot to fix it.

There are repetitive jerky movements on some slower systems.

WISH LIST:

  Add different sky and island backgrounds. All I need is the graphics! If 
  you have good hi-res images of islands in the distance, mail them to me 
  and I'll put them in.

  Water that really MOVES would be dreamy! :) 

  Shooting stars in night mode, fog, dolphins... the list is endless.

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DISCLAIMERS:

If you are the author (or know the author) of any "unknown author" material that I have used, please let me know. No disrespect or breach of
copyright is intended. I will willingly give credit where it is due or remove the material from my program if you do not wish to give me permission
to use it. 

I'm NOT responsible for any damage to your computer or your psyche including but not limited to lost time at work, attention deficit, blown monitors, constant daydreaming, or fallen arches. In the use of this program you accept all responsibility for its use.

Have a sparkling day! :)
Kevin Messerschmidt
www.ctstarlight.com


