This section describes how to properly install or uninstall Macintosh Explorer as well as the various methods to purchasing a license. You can also find information on entering your registration number and where it can be found after placing your order. If you would like to distribute demo copies of Macintosh Explorer in magazines, CD-ROMs or other media then please read below.
Installation for Macintosh Explorer is very simple and does not require any installer applications or restarting of your computer. Only the files you move to your hard disk are installed on your computer.
To install Macintosh Explorer, unstuff the downloaded archive and mount the disk image. The disk image will contain the Macintosh Explorer folder which includes the Macintosh Explorer application. Simply drag this folder from the disk image and place it somewhere accessible on your hard drive. If you are using Mac OS X, It is recommended that you place the Macintosh Explorer folder in your Applications folder.
Macintosh Explorer can be uninstalled, if needed, very easily. Just drag the Macintosh Explorer folder from your hard disk to the Trash can and empty the trash. If you like, you can also remove the Macintosh Explorer Preferences folder located in your System Folder->Preferences on OS 9 or username/Library/Preferences folder on Mac OS X.
There are many ways that you may choose to order a license to Macintosh Explorer including using a credit card, check or money order as well as by phone or fax. You may also order Macintosh Explorer directly within the application, which will allow Macintosh Explorer to auto-register itself after your payment has been processed insuring that everything is entered correctly since your registration number will be inputted for you.
Purchasing Within Macintosh ExplorerTo order a license within Macintosh Explorer, goto the Apple Menu (OS 9) or Application Menu (OS X) and select 'Purchase Macintosh Explorer'. If the appropriate libraries are installed on your computer you will be presented with the integrated purchasing wizard, otherwise you will be required to choose another method of purchasing.
Once the integrated purchasing wizard is opened, follow the steps provided, inputting the correct information. You must have a connection to the Internet to place your order this way.
Your payment will be sent and verified by secure eSellerate servers and verified. Once your payment is verified, which will only take a few moments, you will be presented with a receipt that you can save and print if desired. After the wizard is closed, the Macintosh Explorer registration window will open with your serial number already placed in the Serial Number field. Simply enter your name and email in the appropriate text fields and click the Register button.
Purchasing Online (Credit Card, Check, Money Order, Phone and Fax orders)To purchase any of Rage Software's products visit the Rage Software online store at http://www.ragesw.com/onlinestore.php. From here you may choose to purchase through secure Kagi or eSellerate servers. Our online store includes complete details on placing your order including, how to access the different methods of payment, which re-seller to order from as well as how both companies deal with security and how they are determined to insure high quality support and performance from their servers.
Your registration number is contained in the confirmation email that you received after placing your order. If you ordered from eSellerate, it will be in the Order Summary section. If your order was placed through Kagi, the serial number will be included in the note at the bottom of the email.
To enter your serial number go to the Apple Menu (OS 9) or the Application Menu (OS X) in the upper left corner and select 'Enter Registration Number'. A new dialog will open asking for your registration number. For step by step details visit http://www.ragesw.com/register.php.
You may distribute Macintosh Explorer electronically for non-commercial purposes provided that it is unmodified and includes all accompanying files, folders and documentation from the original downloaded archive. If you would like to include Macintosh Explorer on commercial CD-ROMs, magazines or other media, please contact Rage Software at info@ragesw.com for further details.