QuantumLink User's Guide
Your Guide To Fun, Adventure and Information
FRONT COVER
Welcome!QuantumLink is the easy-to-use and affordable online service that will help you get much more out of your Commodore computer.
This starter kit includes everything you need to begin enjoying QuantumLink. Try it tonight!
-Jenny C
P.S. If you don't yet own a modem, check with your computer dealer or call us at 1-800-392-8200.
Welcome
Now you can connect your Commodore ® into a network of easy-to-use services!Welcome to QuantumLink, the online service designed for Commodore owners. As a QuantumLink member, you'll have access to a wide range of affordable, easy-to-use services. These services will help you make better use of your computer, learn new things, make new friends, save time and money, and have a lot of fun.
The software designed by Q-Link makes accessing the services very easy. You don't have to memorize any complicated commands or keywords; instead, all you have to do is select options from Q-Link's colordul online menus.
We look forward to seeing you online!
Take A Tour
(No modem required)You can see for yourself how Q-Link can help you get the most out of your Commodore computer by taking a brief demonstration tour. The tour is stored on your disk, so no modem is required. To take the tour, place the Q-Link program side of the disk in your drive and type:
LOAD "QDEMO",8,1 (and then press RETURN)
QuantumLink Customer Service
(800)392-8200
(Canadians call 1-703/883-0788)
QuantumLink Has Dozens Of Ways To Help You Get More Out Of Your Commodore
SHARPEN YOUR COMPUTER SKILLSGet answers directly from Commodore designers and other computer experts. Improve your computer skills in online workshops. Get the latest information on new and upcoming software releases. Get advice from other members. Join an online national user group.
CONNECT WITH PEOPLE
Send and receive electronic messages. Chat live with people from all over the U.S. Post a note on a bulletin board. Participate in group discussions and forums.
THE SHEER FUN OF IT
Play full-color games with people. Pursue trivia. Catch up with your favorite soap opera. Keep up with all the entertainment news. Tap into a personal rock and roll newsline. Read the latest movie reviews.
ACCESS INFORMATION
Access Grolier's Academic American Encyclopedia. Pick a course from the Electronic University catalog. Get the latest news and weather when you want it. Get the closing financial report. Book plane reservations electronically with EAASY SABRE.
SAVE MONEY
Try software before you buy. Access and keep more than 4,000 public domain programs. Comparison shop for low prices on over 250,000 items. Save money on airline tickets. Participate in live nationwide auctions.
How Much Does Q-Link Cost?
Q-Link is the most affordable telecommunications network for Commodore owners. As a Q-Link subscriber, you will have access to a wide range of services for a monthly fee of $9.95.Look for complete, up-to-date rate information online when you register for QuantumLink.
CANADIAN PRICING: Prices above are in U.S. dollars. Canadians mal call Q-Link through Datapac at an additional surcharge. Call or write for details.
Commodore Software Showcase
The Commodore Software Showcase is the home of Q-Link's extensive software libraries. Here's where you'll find thousands of useful programs ranging from education to entertainment.SOFTWARE PREVIEWS
Have you ever wished that you could try a new software package BEFORE you buy it? Well, now you can! Software Previews lets you try out popular new software from the comfort of your own home.
Each month a selection of new software programs ia available for you to preview. Dozens of publishers are making samples of the most popular software available for you to download and try.
FREE SOFWTARTE!
Q-Link's Public Domain Software Libraries contain thousands of FREE programs that you can download and keep. You can also upload software which you have created. here are software libraries for beginners, art, music and telecommunications as well as for the COmmodore 128 and Amiga computers.
SOFWTARE REVIEWS
Read informative reviews of the most popular software. It's a great way to find out what people are saying about the latest software.
EDUCATIONAL SOFTWARE
If you are looking for geometry, history, business or any other type of education software, you've come to the right place. The Showcase comtains a complete library of educational software published by Commodore.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD SOFWTARE
It's easy to get programs from the Q-Link software libraries.
1) Select:
- COMMODORE SOFWTARE SHOWCASE from the department menu
- the library you are interested in
- the software category you are interested in
3) A description of that program will be displayed on your screen.
4) After reading the description press F7 for the menu. You'll be able to read comments abou the title, get documentation, or download the program.
5) To download this program, select DOWNLOAD THIS FILE.
6) Follow the online prompts.
HOW TO UPLOAD SOFWTARE
1) Select:
- COMMODORE SOFWTARE SHOWCASE
- PUBLIC DOMAIN SOFTWARE LIBRARIES
- SUBMIT A NEW FILE
2) Enter the name of the file you want to upload. Please be sure to enter the file name exactly as it appears on your disk.
3) Type a description of the program. Please be sure to include the following information:
- State how many blocks it is
- Make the description VERY CLEAR as to what exactly is in the program.
- Include instructions on how to load the program
5) Follow the online prompts.
PLEASE NOTE:
After you have uploaded the program, it WILL NOT immediately appear in the lLibrary. The SysOp responsible for that Library will check the program to make sure it has been transmitted properly. Your program will be listed in a few days.
Just For Fun
GAMES AND CONTESTSNew and challenging games and contests are continually being added to the Just For Fun department. Some of the current features include Trivia Quizzes and Q-Link Tournaments.
PHOTO GALLERY
The faces behind the names are now available in the the Q-Link Photo Gallery. Q-Link users have submitted photos which you can download, view and print. Look for photos of movie stars, nature scenes and more.
CAFE BOZART
Meet all sorts of characters in the "electronic" cafe. Pull up an electronic chair, order a cup of 300 (or 1200) baud espresso, and talk 'til you're blue in the face about life, the universe and everything. Or for a quiet evening, read prose and poetry, feature articles and editorials in the Reading Room. You will even find an art gallery on the electronic walls!
THE FUNNY BONE
This is the place to come when you need a laugh. Our own Aunt Gabby gives "advice" to the love-lorn. Paternity Ward is a hilarious look at fatherhood. Users can submit their favorite "sniglets," puns, limericks and more.
THE Q-LINK CLUB HOUSE
This is where you will find special interest clubs for some of your favorite hobbies. Meet other people who share your hobbies, get helpful information, computer programs, and participate in Clubs' weekly online meetings.
ROCKLINK (tm)
RockLink brings you closer to the world of Rock N' Roll with daily news stories, message boards manned by the "CJs" and conferences several times a week. Also included: professional and user music reviews, daily rock trivia, Rock Chart of top songs and more.
THE GRANDSTAND
The Q-Link sports center brings you in depth discussions of the sports world, game simulations, "tailgate" parties, sports trivia and more. The Grandstand is the next best thing to being there.