acliu@skat.usc.edu (Alex C. Liu) (12/01/89)
FILE: help cbm.questions DATE: Oct 28th, 1989 This is a monthly posting service. Send suggestions and corrections to acliu@skat.usc.edu. This file is available for automatic retreival at acliu@skat.usc.edu Subject: Mail-Archive-Request send help cbm.questions Simple Answers to Common Questions: ====================================================================== Q: Can the C64/128 do 2400bd? A: It certainly can. The C64 can do 2400bd in a not so reliable manner tough. You will able to receive or transmit data at 2400bd, but probably you won't be able to have any kind of file emulation or 80 column screen. Currently, I the only PD program for the C64 that will do a more or less reliable 2400bd communication is CCGMS7.0. The C128, with its RGB 80 Column output and 2Mhz mode, can go up to 9600bd. (Though, some older C128, can only do 4800bd) Currently, there is a shareware program called Desterm that will do 9600bd and also have VERY nice features. (Shareware $25) ====================================================================== Q: Is there a VT100 emulator for the C64 that is 100% compatible? A: Sure there is, for the C64 there are plenty available, like: v/wtermite kermit vt100.emulator just to name a few. Some are more compatible than others. I have found no problems with using "kermit". Most incompatibility problems with kermit arises when kermit starts using flow control and the host doesn't recognize that. They can be easily worked out by reading the kermit documentation. For the C128, there are also several vt100 emulators, like vt100-128 and desterm. Both claim to support 100% compatibility with VT100. Again, most compatibility problems with those programs can be fixed by reading the manual and setting the right parameters. ====================================================================== Q: Why a 128 keeps acting like a 64? A: That is because most programs are written for the 64. The reason for this is that most software authors want to reach the bigger market of 64s. (After all, 128 owners can still use 64 software) compared to a small user base of 128s, 64 is a major player! ====================================================================== Q: Are there any Hard Disks for the C64? A: Yes, Xetec makes Hard Disks for the C-64/128. Also, there was another manufacturer, ICT, that used to made Data Chief or Mini Chief Hard Disk. Also, Commodore used to made Hard Disk that would connect to the C64/128 by using a IEEE-488 interface. ====================================================================== Q: Are there any Archive sites for the C64 or C128? A: Yes, currently there are a couple ftp sites and one mail archive server. The ftp sites are: tolsun.oulu.fi 128.214.5.6 maxwell.physics.purdue.edu 128.46.135.3 And the mail archive server accessable by sending mail to acliu@skat.usc.edu, using a subject line Subject: Mail-Archive-Request and put in the body of the message a line: help for more information. ====================================================================== Q: Where to get Desterm or Kermit? A: You can get it from a BBS or from an archive site. ====================================================================== Q: What is the Punter Protocol? A: Punter's C1 Protocol is a file transfer protocol simmilar to Xmodem, but a lot more reliable. It was written by Steve Punter, one of C64 Telecommunication's pionner. You may be able to get PAL sources for his code from some of the finest archive sites. ====================================================================== Please, e-mail any suggestions or corrections --- Alex C. Liu acliu%skat@usc.edu acliu@skat.usc.edu (Simple .signature, $CHEAP$)
acliu@skat.usc.edu (Alex C. Liu) (03/04/90)
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Simple Answers to Common Questions:
======================================================================
Q: Can the C64/128 do 2400bd?
A: It certainly can. The C64 can do 2400bd in a not so reliable
manner tough. You will able to receive or transmit data at 2400bd,
but probably you won't be able to have any kind of file emulation or
80 column screen.
Currently, I the only PD program for the C64 that will do a more or
less reliable 2400bd communication is CCGMS7.0.
The C128, with its RGB 80 Column output and 2Mhz mode, can go up to
9600bd. (Though, some older C128, can only do 4800bd)
Currently, there is a shareware program called Desterm that will do
9600bd and also have VERY nice features. (Shareware $25)
======================================================================
Q: Is there a VT100 emulator for the C64 that is 100% compatible?
A: Sure there is, for the C64 there are plenty available, like:
v/wtermite kermit vt100.emulator
just to name a few. Some are more compatible than others. I have
found no problems with using "kermit". Most incompatibility problems
with kermit arises when kermit starts using flow control and the host
doesn't recognize that. They can be easily worked out by reading the
kermit documentation.
For the C128, there are also several vt100 emulators, like
vt100-128 and desterm. Both claim to support 100% compatibility with
VT100. Again, most compatibility problems with those programs can be
fixed by reading the manual and setting the right parameters.
(NOTE that Commodore 64 programs WILL run on a 128 in 64 mode!)
======================================================================
Q: Why a 128 keeps acting like a 64?
A: That is because most programs are written for the 64. The reason
for this is that most software authors want to reach the bigger market
of 64s. (After all, 128 owners can still use 64 software) compared
to a small user base of 128s, 64 is a major player!
======================================================================
Q: Are there any Hard Disks for the C64?
A: Yes, Xetec makes Hard Disks for the C-64/128. Also, there was
another manufacturer, ICT, that used to made Data Chief or Mini Chief
Hard Disk. Also, Commodore used to made Hard Disk that would connect
to the C64/128 by using a IEEE-488 interface.
======================================================================
Q: Are there any Archive sites for the C64 or C128?
A: Yes, currently there are a couple ftp sites and one mail archive server.
The ftp sites are:
tolsun.oulu.fi 128.214.5.6
maxwell.physics.purdue.edu 128.46.135.3
And the mail archive server accessable by sending mail to acliu@skat.usc.edu,
using a subject line
Subject: Mail-Archive-Request
and put in the body of the message a line:
help
for more information.
======================================================================
Q: Where to get Desterm or Kermit?
A: You can get it from a BBS or from an archive site.
======================================================================
Q: What is the Punter Protocol?
A: Punter's C1 Protocol is a file transfer protocol simmilar to
Xmodem, but a lot more reliable. It was written by Steve Punter, one
of C64 Telecommunication's pionner. You may be able to get PAL
sources for his code from some of the finest archive sites.
======================================================================
Q: How can I transfer files from my C64/128 to an IBM PC or
compatible?
A: There are several ways in which this can be done.
1) If you have a Comodore and an IBM available, you can do a NULL
modem connection and connect the two computers directly.
2) You could use a Modem to call a friends IBM and transfer files
using any protocol avialable.
3) If you have a 1571 or 1581 you can purchase programs like BIG
BLUE READER that will let your computer read/write MS-DOS disks.
4) RETYPE everything on the other machine!
======================================================================
Q: Is there any C compiler for the Commodore 64/128?
A: There are 2 commercial C compilers for the Commdore 64.
Super-C (from Abacus Software) and
Power-C (From Spinnaker's Better Working Series)
Both have a reasonable user base and user support, so asking which
one is better will get you to nowhere.
======================================================================
Please, e-mail any suggestions or corrections
______________________________________________________________________
Alex C. Liu | INTERNET: acliu%skat@usc.edu
Voice: (213) 749-2730 | BITNET: acliu%skat@gamera
Q-Link: Alejandro | UUCP: ...!usc!eduacliu@skat.usc.edu (Alex C. Liu) (03/10/90)
Ok, I didn't made it before my program Posted this article automatically, but here are some of updates. (Information that I just changed in that post...) Basicly the changes are: o HardDisks made by CMD o Power-C is being discontinued o [I NEED the address for the new FTP archive sites and Mail servers...] ______________________________________________________________________ FILE: help cbm.questions DATE: March 10th, 1990 VERSION: UX-Maze Server v2.0c This is a monthly posting service. Send suggestions and corrections to acliu@skat.usc.edu. This file is available for automatic retreival at acliu@skat.usc.edu Subject: Mail-Archive-Request send help cbm.questions Simple Answers to Common Questions: ====================================================================== Q: Are there any Hard Disks for the C64? A: Yes, Xetec makes Hard Disks for the C-64/128 also there is a Company called CMD (Creative Micro Designs) that makes Hard Disks for the Commodore, they were scheduled to start shipping on late Feb 1990. Also, there was another manufacturer, ICT, that used to made Data Chief or Mini Chief Hard Disk. Also, Commodore used to made Hard Disk that would connect to the C64/128 by using a IEEE-488 interface. ====================================================================== Q: Are there any Archive sites for the C64 or C128? A: Yes, currently there are a couple ftp sites and one mail archive server. The ftp sites are: tolsun.oulu.fi 128.214.5.6 maxwell.physics.purdue.edu 128.46.135.3 And the mail archive server accessable by sending mail to acliu@skat.usc.edu, using a subject line Subject: Mail-Archive-Request and put in the body of the message a line: help for more information. [ED Note- Can Somebody send me an updated list of FTP sites and the address of the Disk_Archive?] ====================================================================== Q: Is there any C compiler for the Commodore 64/128? A: There are 2 commercial C compilers for the Commdore 64. Super-C (from Abacus Software) and Power-C (From Spinnaker's Better Working Series) Both have a reasonable user base and user support, so asking which one is better will get you to nowhere. Super-C seems to have better library and Math support, but Power-C has better support for Developing Software. Also, it is Worth Mentioning that Spinaker has stopped producing Power-C and all its Progammer oriented products (Power Basic and Power Assembler). ====================================================================== Please, e-mail any suggestions or corrections ______________________________________________________________________ Alex C. Liu | INTERNET: acliu%skat@usc.edu Voice: (213) 749-2730 | BITNET: acliu%skat@gamera Q-Link: Alejandro | UUCP: ...!usc!edu
acliu@skat.usc.edu (Alex C. Liu) (04/14/90)
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Simple Answers to Common Questions:
======================================================================
Q: Can the C64/128 do 2400bd?
A: It certainly can. The C64 can do 2400bd in a not so reliable
manner tough. You will able to receive or transmit data at 2400bd,
but probably you won't be able to have any kind of file emulation or
80 column screen.
Currently, I the only PD program for the C64 that will do a more or
less reliable 2400bd communication is CCGMS7.0.
The C128, with its RGB 80 Column output and 2Mhz mode, can go up to
9600bd. (Though, some older C128, can only do 4800bd)
Currently, there is a shareware program called Desterm that will do
9600bd and also have VERY nice features. (Shareware $25)
======================================================================
Q: Is there a VT100 emulator for the C64 that is 100% compatible?
A: Sure there is, for the C64 there are plenty available, like:
v/wtermite kermit vt100.emulator
just to name a few. Some are more compatible than others. I have
found no problems with using "kermit". Most incompatibility problems
with kermit arises when kermit starts using flow control and the host
doesn't recognize that. They can be easily worked out by reading the
kermit documentation.
For the C128, there are also several vt100 emulators, like
vt100-128 and desterm. Both claim to support 100% compatibility with
VT100. Again, most compatibility problems with those programs can be
fixed by reading the manual and setting the right parameters.
(NOTE that Commodore 64 programs WILL run on a 128 in 64 mode!)
======================================================================
Q: Why a 128 keeps acting like a 64?
A: That is because most programs are written for the 64. The reason
for this is that most software authors want to reach the bigger market
of 64s. (After all, 128 owners can still use 64 software) compared
to a small user base of 128s, 64 is a major player!
======================================================================
Q: Are there any Hard Disks for the C64?
A: Yes, Xetec makes Hard Disks for the C-64/128 also there is a
Company called CMD (Creative Micro Designs) that makes Hard Disks for
the Commodore, they were scheduled to start shipping on late Feb 1990.
Also, there was another manufacturer, ICT, that used to made Data
Chief or Mini Chief Hard Disk. Also, Commodore used to made Hard Disk
that would connect to the C64/128 by using a IEEE-488 interface.
======================================================================
Q: Are there any Archive sites for the C64 or C128?
A: Yes, currently there are a couple ftp sites and one mail archive server.
The ftp sites are:
tolsun.oulu.fi 128.214.5.6
maxwell.physics.purdue.edu 128.46.135.3
And the mail archive server accessable by sending mail to acliu@skat.usc.edu,
using a subject line
Subject: Mail-Archive-Request
and put in the body of the message a line:
help
for more information.
[ED Note- Can Somebody send me an updated list of FTP sites and the
address of the Disk_Archive?]
======================================================================
Q: Where to get Desterm or Kermit?
A: You can get it from a BBS or from an archive site.
======================================================================
Q: What is the Punter Protocol?
A: Punter's C1 Protocol is a file transfer protocol simmilar to
Xmodem, but a lot more reliable. It was written by Steve Punter, one
of C64 Telecommunication's pionner. You may be able to get PAL
sources for his code from some of the finest archive sites.
======================================================================
Q: How can I transfer files from my C64/128 to an IBM PC or
compatible?
A: There are several ways in which this can be done.
1) If you have a Comodore and an IBM available, you can do a NULL
modem connection and connect the two computers directly.
2) You could use a Modem to call a friends IBM and transfer files
using any protocol avialable.
3) If you have a 1571 or 1581 you can purchase programs like BIG
BLUE READER that will let your computer read/write MS-DOS disks.
4) RETYPE everything on the other machine!
======================================================================
Q: Is there any C compiler for the Commodore 64/128?
A: There are 2 commercial C compilers for the Commdore 64.
Super-C (from Abacus Software) and
Power-C (From Spinnaker's Better Working Series)
Both have a reasonable user base and user support, so asking which
one is better will get you to nowhere.
Super-C seems to have better library and Math support, but Power-C
has better support for Developing Software.
Also, it is Worth Mentioning that Spinaker has stopped producing
Power-C and all its Progammer oriented products (Power Basic and Power
Assembler).
======================================================================
Please, e-mail any suggestions or corrections
______________________________________________________________________
Alex C. Liu | INTERNET: acliu%skat@usc.edu
Voice: (213) 749-2730 | BITNET: acliu%skat@gamera
Q-Link: Alejandro | UUCP: ...!usc!acliuacliu@skat.usc.edu (Alex C. Liu) (07/15/90)
FILE: help cbm.questions
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Simple Answers to Common Questions:
======================================================================
Q: Can the C64/128 do 2400bd?
A: It certainly can. The C64 can do 2400bd in a not so reliable
manner tough. You will able to receive or transmit data at 2400bd,
but probably you won't be able to have any kind of file emulation or
80 column screen.
Currently, I the only PD program for the C64 that will do a more or
less reliable 2400bd communication is CCGMS7.0.
The C128, with its RGB 80 Column output and 2Mhz mode, can go up to
9600bd. (Though, some older C128, can only do 4800bd)
Currently, there is a shareware program called Desterm that will do
9600bd and also have VERY nice features. (Shareware $25)
======================================================================
Q: Is there a VT100 emulator for the C64 that is 100% compatible?
A: Sure there is, for the C64 there are plenty available, like:
v/wtermite kermit vt100.emulator
just to name a few. Some are more compatible than others. I have
found no problems with using "kermit". Most incompatibility problems
with kermit arises when kermit starts using flow control and the host
doesn't recognize that. They can be easily worked out by reading the
kermit documentation.
For the C128, there are also several vt100 emulators, like
vt100-128 and desterm. Both claim to support 100% compatibility with
VT100. Again, most compatibility problems with those programs can be
fixed by reading the manual and setting the right parameters.
(NOTE that Commodore 64 programs WILL run on a 128 in 64 mode!)
======================================================================
Q: Why a 128 keeps acting like a 64?
A: That is because most programs are written for the 64. The reason
for this is that most software authors want to reach the bigger market
of 64s. (After all, 128 owners can still use 64 software) compared
to a small user base of 128s, 64 is a major player!
======================================================================
Q: Are there any Hard Disks for the C64?
A: Yes, Xetec makes Hard Disks for the C-64/128 also there is a
Company called CMD (Creative Micro Designs) that makes Hard Disks for
the Commodore, they were scheduled to start shipping on late Feb 1990.
Also, there was another manufacturer, ICT, that used to made Data
Chief or Mini Chief Hard Disk. Also, Commodore used to made Hard Disk
that would connect to the C64/128 by using a IEEE-488 interface.
======================================================================
Q: Are there any Archive sites for the C64 or C128?
A: Yes, currently there are a some ftp sites and a couple of mail
archive servers.
The ftp sites are:
tolsun.oulu.fi 128.214.5.6
maxwell.physics.purdue.edu 128.46.135.3
milton.u.washington.edu 128.95.136.1
oswego.oswego.edu 129.3.1.1
tukky.jyu.fi 128.214.7.5
The Mail Servers are:
acliu@skat.usc.edu
corpane!disk!specter@ms.uky.edu
Form more information on how to use the server send a message with
Subject: Mail-Archive-Request
then put "help" in the body of the message.
For those without FTP access, there is a way to contact ftp sites by
e-mail. Send e-mail to "bitftp@pucc.bitnet" or
"bitftp@pucc.princeton.edu". Put somewhere in the body of the message
the word "help" for more info
======================================================================
Q: Where to get Desterm or Kermit?
A: You can get it from a BBS or from an archive site.
======================================================================
Q: What is the Punter Protocol?
A: Punter's C1 Protocol is a file transfer protocol simmilar to
Xmodem, but a lot more reliable. It was written by Steve Punter, one
of C64 Telecommunication's pionner. You may be able to get PAL
sources for his code from some of the finest archive sites.
======================================================================
Q: How can I transfer files from my C64/128 to an IBM PC or
compatible?
A: There are several ways in which this can be done.
1) If you have a Comodore and an IBM available, you can do a NULL
modem connection and connect the two computers directly.
2) You could use a Modem to call a friends IBM and transfer files
using any protocol avialable.
3) If you have a 1571 or 1581 you can purchase programs like BIG
BLUE READER that will let your computer read/write MS-DOS disks.
4) RETYPE everything on the other machine!
======================================================================
Q: Is there any C compiler for the Commodore 64/128?
A: There are 2 commercial C compilers for the Commdore 64.
Super-C (from Abacus Software) and
Power-C (From Spinnaker's Better Working Series)
Both have a reasonable user base and user support, so asking which
one is better will get you to nowhere.
Super-C seems to have better library and Math support, but Power-C
has better support for Developing Software.
Also, it is Worth Mentioning that Spinaker has stopped producing
Power-C and all its Progammer oriented products (Power Basic and Power
Assembler).
======================================================================
Q: How can I connect a paralell printer to my Commodore 64/128? How
can I connect my Commodore printer to an IBM/Amiga?
A: There are 3rd party manufacturers who sell interfaces for the
Commodore 64/128 or the printer. I suggest you ask your Commodore
Dealer for more info.
======================================================================
Please, e-mail any suggestions or corrections
______________________________________________________________________
Alex C. Liu | INTERNET: acliu%skat@usc.edu
Voice: (213) 749-2730 | BITNET: acliu@gamera
Q-Link: Alejandro | UUCP: ...!usc!acliugreg@hoss.unl.edu (Hammer) (07/24/90)
In article <25892@usc.edu> acliu@skat.usc.edu (Alex C. Liu) writes: >FILE: help cbm.questions >DATE: April 13th 1990 >VERSION: UX-Maze Server v2.0c > >This is a monthly posting service. Send suggestions and corrections >to acliu@skat.usc.edu. >This file is available for automatic retreival at acliu@skat.usc.edu > Subject: Mail-Archive-Request > send help cbm.questions > >Simple Answers to Common Questions: >====================================================================== >Q: Can the C64/128 do 2400bd? >A: It certainly can. The C64 can do 2400bd in a not so reliable >manner tough. You will able to receive or transmit data at 2400bd, >but probably you won't be able to have any kind of file emulation or >80 column screen. > Currently, I the only PD program for the C64 that will do a more or >less reliable 2400bd communication is CCGMS7.0. > The C128, with its RGB 80 Column output and 2Mhz mode, can go up to >9600bd. (Though, some older C128, can only do 4800bd) > Currently, there is a shareware program called Desterm that will do >9600bd and also have VERY nice features. (Shareware $25) Fowarded Response Follows: Date ->07/18/90 05:31:00 PM Recently in the last month or so, 2 cartridges came out for the C64/128, the Swiftlink and UART cartridges, which will let the commodore 64 go up to as high as 38,400 baud. (and maybe higher...) I just thought I would pass on this info so that any commodore user that doesn't know will know that the computer can go much higher than 2400 or 9600 baud... ***[] Short Circuit []*** p.s. seems like the commodore is advancing quicker than it has in the past. That is good... Maybe that will keep it from dying... End Forwarded Response _____________________________________________________________________ | __ ___________ __ | | | /_/\/_/_______\_\/\_\ | Hammer's first law of Macintosh usage: | | \ \_\ \__ __/ /_/ / | ____________| | \ __ \ | | / __ / | System errors occur. | | | \_\/\_\|_|/_/\/_/ |____________________________| This space | | / /_/ /| |\ \_\ \ | | intention- | | /greg@hoss.unl.edu\ | "This data is raw!" ___ | ally left | | /_/ /_/_______\_\ \_\ | \-\|/-/ | blank... | |___________________________|____________________________|____________|