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     Copyright (c) 1996, 1997 NEC USA, Inc.  All rights reserved.  
    
    
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	1). You may use the software for non commercial purposes only such
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	2). You may modify the software, provided that

		a). Such modified software can only be used for the
     purpose as set forth in paragraph 1.

		b). The modified software must include clear statements
     confirming that changes have been made, and the date and description
     of any such changes.

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     in whole or in part, provided that

		a). The copyright notice and this list of conditions
     appear on all copies.

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