Banner Mania was a

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making program for

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computers, enabling the user to create banners, posters, signs and logos. It was released by

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in 1989 and was developed for Pixellite Group by

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Requirements

The PC version basic requirements were a

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based computer running MS-DOS 2.0 or

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. A license cost $35 in 1991.

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, CGA,

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, TGA,

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and

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graphic modes are supported. A version for the Apple II also existed. A

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version was announced in 1990, selling for $59.95.

References

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