The specification of this application contains a computer program listing consisting of more than three hundred (300) lines. In accordance with 37 CFR 1.96(c), a computer program listing of more than three hundred lines must be submitted as an appendix in text format. The "Computer Program Listing Appendix" may be submitted as a text file via the USPTO patent electronic filing system or on a read-only optical disc conforming to the standards set forth in 37 CFR 1.96(c)(1). The "Computer Program Listing Appendix" must be appropriately referenced in the specification (see 37 CFR 1.77(b)(5) ). Accordingly, applicant is required to cancel the current computer program listing, file a "Computer Program Listing Appendix" as a text file via the USPTO patent electronic filing system or on a read-only optical disc in compliance with 37 CFR 1.96(c), and insert an appropriate reference to the newly added "Computer Program Listing Appendix" at the beginning of the specification.

Examiner Note:

1. This form paragraph must be used whenever a computer program listing consisting of more than three hundred lines is included as part of the descriptive portion of the specification if the computer program listing was filed on or after September 8, 2000. See MPEP § 608.05(a).

2. In bracket 1, insert the range of page numbers of the specification which include the computer program listing.