Family Tree Maker: Family Archives German Genealogy Research Guide
Family Tree Maker Archives German Genealogy Research Guide PC CD-ROM genealogy!
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1998
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Family Tree Maker Archives German Genealogy Research Guide PC CD-ROM
This Family Archive will help you research your German roots. Effectively, a "how-to" guide to German family history research, it includes the searchable text of four popular research aids originally published by the Genealogical Publishing Company. These instructional volumes would cost US$90 when purchased separately as books, but you can purchase them all together on this Family Archive for a fraction of that price. The text of all four books is completely digitized and quickly searchable by keyword. What you'll find: Translations of German words, symbols, and abbreviations associated with genealogy Spellings, meanings, and variants of approximately 15,000 German-American names Guidance on conducting research from the USA into ancestors in all German-speaking areas of Europe; Addresses of German archives, libraries, societies, religious organizations, and other institutions Europe and in the USA. Genealogists working on German-speaking countries can't go wrong with these four excellent research guides! German-English Genealogical Dictionary by Ernest Thode, German-American Names by George F. Jones, In Search of Your German Roots: A Complete Guide to Tracing Your Ancestors in the Germanic Areas of Europe by Angus Baxter, and Address Book for Germanic Genealogy by Ernest Thode.
The CD contains text from the books rather than the actual pages; users can search for any word (Family Tree Maker 4.0 or higher users can search for up to four words at once, while Family Tree Maker 3.4 and earlier users can search for two words at once), or go to a specific section (book), chapter, or page. Text can be copied and pasted into another document such as a word processor.
The German-English Genealogical Dictionary was designed for researchers who find themselves at a loss when confronted with German documents. More than just a German-English dictionary, this volume focuses on words specific to genealogical documents. A list of abbreviations is also included. For example: Personalangaben - personnel data; Personalausweis identity card.
German-American Names contains approximately 15,000 entries of names, meanings, and variations. Information is also given to explain the significance and origin of given names, origin of surnames and Christian names.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) & Family Tree Maker [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
This Family Archive will help you research your German roots. Effectively, a "how-to" guide to German family history research, it includes the searchable text of four popular research aids originally published by the Genealogical Publishing Company. These instructional volumes would cost US$90 when purchased separately as books, but you can purchase them all together on this Family Archive for a fraction of that price. The text of all four books is completely digitized and quickly searchable by keyword. What you'll find: Translations of German words, symbols, and abbreviations associated with genealogy Spellings, meanings, and variants of approximately 15,000 German-American names Guidance on conducting research from the USA into ancestors in all German-speaking areas of Europe; Addresses of German archives, libraries, societies, religious organizations, and other institutions Europe and in the USA. Genealogists working on German-speaking countries can't go wrong with these four excellent research guides! German-English Genealogical Dictionary by Ernest Thode, German-American Names by George F. Jones, In Search of Your German Roots: A Complete Guide to Tracing Your Ancestors in the Germanic Areas of Europe by Angus Baxter, and Address Book for Germanic Genealogy by Ernest Thode.
The CD contains text from the books rather than the actual pages; users can search for any word (Family Tree Maker 4.0 or higher users can search for up to four words at once, while Family Tree Maker 3.4 and earlier users can search for two words at once), or go to a specific section (book), chapter, or page. Text can be copied and pasted into another document such as a word processor.
The German-English Genealogical Dictionary was designed for researchers who find themselves at a loss when confronted with German documents. More than just a German-English dictionary, this volume focuses on words specific to genealogical documents. A list of abbreviations is also included. For example: Personalangaben - personnel data; Personalausweis identity card.
German-American Names contains approximately 15,000 entries of names, meanings, and variations. Information is also given to explain the significance and origin of given names, origin of surnames and Christian names.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) & Family Tree Maker [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
