Everyone,
Here is the scoop from Equis.
Equis sells a "read" only version of MetaStock File Library (MSFL) for
$149 plus shipping. Attached is a file, in Microsoft Word format, that
contains information regarding MSFL.
Equis doesn't readily make a "write" version of MSFL (MSFL/W) available.
In order to be considered for MSFL/W, you will need to fill out the
attached application and send it back.
The application will be reviewed by our Strategic Alliance Committee
which will decide whether or not to grant you a license to use MSFL/W.
The decision will be based on how you compete with us, both on a
charting and data service level. If the committee sees no conflict,
you'll be sent a license agreement for your signature. After we receive
the signed agreement, you'll be sent MSFL/W. The cost of MSFL/W is $599
plus shipping.
Best Regards,
Dave Johnson
Alliances Director
Equis International, Inc.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sean W. Smith [SMTP:sesmith@cisco.com]
> Sent: Friday, November 14, 1997 11:01 AM
> To: 'djohnson@equis.com'
> Subject: FW: Questions about features and licensing.
>
> Can you please forward me info on MSFL/W and its licensing terms???
>
> Thanks,
> Sean
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: MSFL Support [SMTP:msfl@equis.com]
> Sent: Friday, November 14, 1997 12:22 PM
> To: sesmith@cisco.com
> Subject: Re: Questions about features and licensing.
>
> Dear Sean:
>
> >I have read the little blurb about MSFL but have several questions
> about
> licensing and features.
> >
> >1. Does this library allow you read and write metastock directories
> containing upto 2000 securities.
> >
> >2. What are the terms of the license for $149.00 package. Is this
> for
> personal use only???? Can it be
> >applications developed using this api be resold or given away without
> royalty. I am interested in writing a
> >conversion tool using this library and marketing this software.
> Could you
> please explain the licensing
> >terms.....
>
> 1. The MSFL only allows you to read MetaStock directories. However,
> we do
> have a MSFL/W version that allows you to read & write to MetaStock
> directories. The MSFL/W is $599 and requires approval.
>
> 2. You may distribute the MSFL royalty free. The MSFL/W comes with
> slightly
> different terms, but is still royalty free.
>
> If you would like more information on the legal issues or would like a
> MSFL/W application, please address them to djohnson@equis.com. This
> address
> is more for the technically issues.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> MSFL Support
> msfl@equis.com |
