Math Stars 5.5.1...

Version 5.5.1 - New Features
• When launching Math Stars, if the preferences are set to use a Class File located on a server, and the server is not available, the user is given the option of connecting to the server and continuing the launch or changing to the local Class Files.
• When playing Math Stars with the Subtraction option and 2 random numbers, no number will exceed the highest allowable number set by the user.

Version 5.5 - New Features
• Practice Module - Practice all facts in an untimed environment
a) Track individual student's progress
b) Displays information to the student at each return

• User can determine which of 4 functions will be randomly selected.
• Change number of total problems from the game screens.
• Optional password can be set to restrict access to certain areas
• 'Default' class can now be edited from the Class Screen
• Added 'Undo' function to Math Squares module
• User can set the font size in the Factors and Multiples Clues Window
• Rounds with large "total problems" won't produce same problem consecutively
• A Manual is now available in .pdf format
• Customized sounds now display when opening the 'Customize' Window
• Minor appearance improvements

The program includes customizable sounds and graphics. Online help is available by choosing Help from the Apple or Help Menu after launching the program. A printable manual in .pdf format is also included. Shareware, $12. Site License, $85. Registration documents included with the program. Upgrades are FREE for previously registered users.
Math Stars 5.5 will read your 5.0 registration. Users of versions prior to 5.0, Please email info@classonesoftware.com for a code

System Requirements
• Mac: OS 8.6 or newer (classic), 10.1 or newer (OS X); G3 or faster processor
• Win: Windows 98 or newer; Pentium or faster CPU
• RAM: 64 MB minimum (128 MB recommended)
• 21 MB Hard Drive Space
• Minimum 640x480 monitor @ 16-bit or better (800x600 recommended)

Application History:

• Added new Math Squares module.
• Added new Math Challenge module
• Improved Graphics - ability to add skins
• User-selectable sounds
• User can change the number of problems in a round
• Program will speak the problem in Math Stars module.
• Check version screen now included
• Add additional classes
• Network support - store class lists on a server
• Print class names and number of stars

• Screens now have a more consistent look and feel.
• Math Slider game added as an additional option.
• OS X specific features enhanced
• "Escape" option added to Math Detective Screen
• All but the basic Math Stars game is disabled after a 30-day demo period.
• First release by Class One Software

Version 4.1, July 2000

• Created with RealBasic® and compiled for PowerPC.
• All information contained in one file reducing System Folder clutter
• All options now included on one screen
• Registration screen easier to navigate, includes credit card payment option.
• Use of Tab panels in Help Window makes it easier to navigate.
• The Player's Screen is all one window eliminating flashing windows.
• In the Math Detective module, players can now enter the answer directly into the appropriate box or click the correct button.

Version 4.03, November, 1999

• Fixed bug which allowed negative numbers in subtraction when 'no negatives' was selected.

Version 4.02, February, 1999

• Fixed bug where the time was not correctly shown when returning to options screen.
• Fixed bug which allowed user to get a star by repeatedly clicking on the same item in Math Detective.
• Fixed bug which caused the Hall of Fame menu to be dimmed incorrectly.

Version 4.0, August, 1998

• Scrollable name list can include up to 99 names.
• Addition of a head-to-head mode of play
• The Math Detective module in which players find factors or multiples of numbers which are determined by a difficulty range.
• Detective clues allow the user to see and print out factors and multiples within a user-determined range.
• Addition of colorful 3-D buttons and graphics.

Version 3.2 September, 1996

• Option of viewing the problems vertically or horizontally.
• Option of solving for any one of the three numbers in the problem.
• New graphic effects at startup and for countdown to each round.

Version 3.1 March, 1996

• Option of using numbers from 2 to 19 as the highest number allowed. This option is saved in the registered version.
• More information in the start up window before each round.
• Opening animation shortened and able to be dismissed with a mouse click.
• Hall of Fame can be cleared
• Traffic light animation will run consistently on various Macs.
• Other minor cosmetic changes.

Math Stars v. 5.5

© 1996, Roger M. Clary, revised 2004, revised 2005
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