Bookup is the software for learning Chess Openings.

What is the most recent version?

As of January 2006 the most recent build of Bookup 2000 Express is 29. The most recent build of Bookup 2000 Professional is 31.

How do I tell what version/build I have?

Run Bookup and choose Help|About Bookup... The build number is at the top of the text box.

What is the difference between the Express and Professional versions?

The Express version can be downloaded for free.  For the first 30 days the Express version will allow instant editing.  After that it will continue to import PGN files and display all the information in the ebooks. You can register the program for $29 and it will enable editing forever.

The Professional version ($149 on CD ROM) has everything the Express version has plus many sophisticated features including Backsolving, overnight computer analysis of a complete opening, printing and publishing features, toll free technical support, a free ebook (your choice) and more.

More at www.bookup.com/compare.html

Can I buy Bookup 2000 Express and later upgrade to the Professional version?

Yes. The full price of Express can be applied to the purchase of Bookup 2000 Professional.

Can I get Bookup 2000 Express on CD ROM?

Yes. For $5 plus shipping you can buy a “demo CD ROM” which will install Bookup 2000 Express and play video tutorials showing you how to get the most from the program. For the first 30 days the program will have all of the editing features enabled. www.bookup.com/democdrom.htm

You can also get a registered copy of the program which enables the instant editing features forever for $29 plus shipping.

Can I use Bookup 2000 Express as a game database?

Bookup’s Game menu serves as a PGN game database. While it is not nearly as sophisticated as Chess Assistant or ChessBase, it will index millions of games including the MasterChess 5000 database. It will search by player names, ECO codes, opening moves, dates and game results.

How can I learn more about Bookup’s features?

The tutorial videos at www.bookup.com/tutorial_videos.htm show how to get the most from the program.

What is “Backsolving?”

Backsolving is a sophisticated feature in Bookup 2000 Professional which allows you to calculate the best lines of play automatically.  It’s described at www.bookup.com/backsolv.htm

 

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