PC stands for PussyCat, the standard platform on which the Moggy-Soft/Meow-Soft operating system is installed.

It will also run on a Laptop PC.

There is no Command Line interface since MS-Cats do not take commands; they process suggestions using fluffy logic.

MS-Cats come with a single user licence. If you want a family cat you must purchase CatNT, the multi-user version.

Each MS-Cat package is totally unique and cannot be transferred from one PC to another. Should you transfer your PC to another user, you must transfer it with the MS-Cat software preinstalled.

Under the MS-Cat purchase deal, you may opt to purchase a MS-Kitten (the cut-down version of MS-Cat). However, MS-Kitten is a developing application and as more and more patches are installed it will eventually inflate to the size of MS-Cat. It is recommended that you buy MS-Cat as the bugs and quirks will already be known (although there is nothing to stop new ones from developing due to the complex and subtle interaction of the various MS software options).

Every time you upgrade to a new MS-Cat, it looks and feels the same but acts totally differently.

If MS-Cat or MS-Kitten requires a software upgrade it will spontaneous download the appropriate items with minimal user intervention. Note: Due to the application of fluffy logic, some patches may adversely affect performance and require tailoring by the user.

Note: Anti-Trust Laws require that we point out that Mewnix may be used as an alternative operating system on MS-Cat compatible platforms. 

CLAWS is a standard feature which comes bundled with MS-Cat. There is currently no option to buy MS-Cat without this item. CLAWS is pre-installed and it is up to the user must uninstall it at additional cost.. Note: In countries such as the United Kingdom, CLAWS may not be legally uninstalled except where it is causing severe system degradation as opposed to mere user inconvenience.

DIS-ORGANISER. The standard MS Dis-Organiser will ensure that you cannot find small items such as keys, wristwatches or jewellery and that you encounter other items (dead mice, poopies, pukies) at the most inconvenient times. It will help you to miss some engagements completely and to turn up late for others.

POWER-SAVE. MS-Cat will periodically enter Power-Save mode to conserve system resources. Power-Save mode may be spontaneously engaged either when the system has been idle for some time or in response to a period of high activity. Do not be alarmed if MS-Cat invokes Power-Save in the middle of an intensive activity operation. This is a perfectly normal although mildly irritating response to resource drain. The system will Re-Boot when it is ready and not before!

BOOT/RE-BOOT. Installed, but only available to specialist engineers! You must not attempt to Boot your MS-Cat; this is done at system initialisation before it leaves the factory. Your MS-Cat operating system will automatically put the host PC or Laptop into Power-Save mode and cause it to Reboot itself periodically throughout the day and night If your MS-Cat suffers erratic performance or fails to boot fully, consult a veterinarian or similarly qualified specialist to Reboot your MS-Cat for you.

SELF-SHUTDOWN. All MS products are designed with built-in obsolescence. Due to a unique "randomising" factor, only the MS-Cat knows this date. It is not user accessible unless you have cause to prematurely close the unit down due to a terminal fault. Self-shutdown is normally preceded by gradual and noticeable operating system degradation. Once closed down in this way, any MS-Cat stored data cannot be salvaged. The self-shutdown program cannot be uninstalled.

SYSTEM THRASHING WARNING SIGNAL. Conveniently located at the aft end of the cat above the waste outlet valve. Be careful of tail thrashing! Ignoring this warning signal may result in damage to the operator.

PURRIFURRALS. A number of purrifurrals are supported by MS-Cat e.g. scrunchy wad of paper, catnip mousie, jingly ball. Others may be added at the owner's discretion. Note: some proprietary add-ons will fail to install. This is perfectly normal. Despite 100% compatibility with the MS-Cat operating system, a random error generator ensures that each is unique in the number and range of supported third party add-on hardware. Use of purrifurrals will enhance operator enjoyment of the system, but may temporarily deplete system resources resulting in sudden activation of Power-Save mode. MS-Cat reserves the right to ignore selected purrifurrals, either temporarily or permanently, for no particular reason. When this occurs, replace the purrifurral with something newer and flashier.

PC stands for PuppyCanine, the standard platform on which the Mongrel-Soft/Mutt-Soft operating system is installed.

It will also run on a Laptop PC ("Toy Terrier" brand), Mainframe ("Great Dane" configuration) or Network ("Beo-Wolf" Pack - requires DogNT, see below)

There is a limited Command Line interface; MS-Dogs will obediently and mindlessly follow commands if the correct command line interpreter is installed. If not installed, some or all commands will be met with the Blank Stare of Dog (BSOD).

MS-Dogs come with a single user licence. If you want a family dog or wish to run a network of several MS-Dog compatible platforms, you must purchase DogNT, the multi-user version.

Each MS-Dog package is totally unique and cannot be transferred from one PC to another. Should you transfer your PC, Mainframe or Network to another user, you must transfer it with the MS-Dog software preinstalled.

Under the MS-Dog purchase deal, you may opt to purchase a MS-Puppy (the cut-down version of MS-Dog). However, MS-Puppy is a developing application and as more and more patches are installed it will eventually inflate to the size of MS-Dog. It is recommended that you buy MS-Dog as the bugs and quirks will already be known (although there is nothing to stop new ones from developing due to the complex and subtle interaction of the various MS software options).

Every time you upgrade to a new MS-Dog, it looks and feels the same but acts totally differently.

If MS-Dog or MS-Puppy requires a software upgrade it will spontaneously download the appropriate items with minimal user intervention. Note: Due to the BSOD feature when confronted with a new command, some patches may adversely affect performance and require tailoring by the user.

Note: Anti-Trust Laws require that we point out that Whinux may be used as an alternative operating system on MS-Dog compatible platforms. 

CHEW is a standard feature which comes bundled with MS-Dog. There is currently no option to buy MS-Dog without this item. CHEW is pre-installed and may not be legally uninstalled except in ageing models where it is causing severe system degradation as opposed to mere user inconvenience. CHEW is a teething problem with MS-Puppy which is sometimes found as a persistent bug in older models of MS-Dog. Provide a suitable peripheral such as CHEW-Toy which launches automatically during system idle. Configure the system to launch CHEW mode only when CHEW-Toy is attached.

DIS-ORGANISER. The standard MS-Dog Dis-Organiser will ensure that you cannot find items such as house slipper (left foot only), plaid dog-blanket, throw cushion or leash. You will encounter other items (retrieved stick, decomposing item retrieved for compost heap) at the most inconvenient times. Missing items will be dis-Organised into locations such as "under the bed" or "buried in flower border". The MS-Dog dis-Organiser function will help you to miss some engagements completely and to turn up late for others.

POWER-SAVE. MS-Dog will periodically enter Power-Save mode to conserve system resources. Power-Save mode may be spontaneously engaged either when the system has been idle for some time or following a period of intensive activity. Never attempt to "wake up" system using the "Rolled Newspaper" hack! Although this will generally wake up the system in the short term, it will result in long-term operational problems. The system will Re-Boot when it is ready and not before! Note: In some models it is difficult to distinguish between Blank Stare of Dog (BSOD) and Power Save; try to attract MS-Dog attention using the "Alt-Control-Walkies" command.

BOOT/RE-BOOT. Installed, but only available to specialist engineers! You must not attempt to Boot your MS-Dog; this is done at system initialisation before it leaves the factory. Your MS-Dog operating system will automatically put the host system into Power-Save mode and cause it to Reboot itself periodically throughout the day and night. Never attempt to Reboot using the "Rolled Newspaper" hack, this will "wake up" the system in the short term, but will result in long-term problems. If your MS-Dog suffers erratic performance or fails to boot fully, consult a veterinarian or similarly qualified specialist to Reboot your MS-Dog for you.

SELF-SHUTDOWN. All MS products are designed with built-in obsolescence. Due to a unique "randomising" factor, only the MS-Dog knows this date. It is not user accessible unless you have cause to prematurely close the unit down due to a terminal fault. Self-shutdown is normally preceded by gradual and noticeable operating system degradation. Once closed down in this way, any MS-Dog stored data cannot be salvaged. The self-shutdown program cannot be uninstalled.

SYSTEM THRASHING SIGNAL (WAG FUNCTION). Conveniently located at the aft end of the dog above the waste outlet valve. Be careful of tail thrashing! Ignoring this warning signal may result in damage to nearby small objects on tables and severe bruising to the operator's lower leg. Excessive wagging is normal in correctly operated systems. Some MS-Dog platforms have the wagging attachment removed at system initiation; this prevents undue damage to the warning indicator while operating in the field and handily eliminates bruising of operator's lower leg.

WHINE-DOZE. During "snooze" mode, MS-Dog activates a Reduced Instruction Set Command interface called Whine-Doze. Whine-Doze periodically tests MS-Dog functions for presence and functionality (self-diagnostics) e.g. limited Wag-and-Paw-Twitch. Many older MS-Dog systems spend a high proportion of time in Whine-Doze, ignoring all operator stimuli. This is perfectly normal.