sage@LL.MIT.EDU (Jay Sage) (01/08/91)
Jim Gonzalez wrote recently: >> I received a letter from Chris McEwen the other day, announcing that he >> was taking over Art Carlson's job as editor of The Computer Journal...Does >> anyone have more information? Chris is taking over not only as editor but as publisher. The complete text from an announcement file on my Z-Node is attached below. If our community is to retain this tremendously valuable resource (all the others have folded or defected), we must have new subscribers and contributors coming on board. Please give the magazine a try. >> Personally, the Z-System bias of the magazine made it less attractive for >> me, since I'm still struggling with a CP/M 1.3 clone (Cromemco CDOS), >> leaving me out of the running for a Z-System. I don't think Jim really expects TCJ to cover CP/M-1.3!! With such an old version of CP/M, Jim in not likely to find much applicable material in TCJ or anywhere else. While the CP/M coverage in TCJ is largely concerned with Z- System (after all, that is where by far most of the action is in CP/M programming), TCJ covers much more than just Z-System. We are especially looking toward expanding the coverage of embedded controllers and local area networks. The next issue will probably include articles on both (assuming I finish mine describing the controller I built to run my home's heating and electrical system). >> The hardware articles were disappointing, too. What was wrong with them, and what would you like to see? More specific comments would be more helpful. The management is very much open to suggestions! >> Of course, *now* Chris McEwen announces that they've done an article on >> building a SCSI interface, and it's the in issue I just missed. <Sigh>. If that is the article I am thinking of, it described a way to attach a Bernouilli box to a CP/M computer. If I could find a surplus Bernouilli box, as the author did, I'd love to try that out. Here is the set of news releases about changes at TCJ. Please note that I have no financial stake in TCJ (unless you count losing money by underwriting the cost of new subscriptions placed with Sage Microsystems East). I am strongly committed to keeping this last true hobbyist magazine alive. Besides writing my own columns, I also solicit and edit submissions from other authors. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 27 December 1990 NEWS RELEASE Art Carlson, editor and publisher of The Computer Journal (TCJ) has announced his retirement. Chris McEwen is named as the new editor and publisher. Art cites health as his reason for the change. "The past few years have been a struggle due to my personal health," Art writes. "It is time to get help. I spent a lot of time thinking about the type of person who could continue TCJ from its present base, and expand it without ruining what we have worked so hard to achieve. It had to be someone interested in our areas of computing." Chris states that no changes in format or editorial policies are anticipated. "The traditional strengths of TCJ as a technical journal--its quality articles and reader involvement--will continue. We look forward to building on the solid foundation that Art gave us." The Computer Journal publishes technical papers relating to micro computers, embedded controllers and operating systems. "Upcoming articles include use of ground as a surge sink for power line protection and assembly language programming for the high level language programmer," the new editor reports. TCJ also provides thorough coverage of the CP/M and Z-System operating systems. The journal, published six times per year, is expected to expand soon from its current 40 to 48 pages. Chris explains, "Our most recent issue went to press with just two column inches uncommitted. We have a growing backlog of good articles awaiting space." The new address for TCJ is: The Computer Journal, PO Box 12, South Plainfield, New Jersey 07080. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ TCJ ANNOUNCEMENT FREE TRIAL SUBSCRIPTIONS A subscription policy change is announced concurrent with the news release of Art Carlson's retirement from the position as editor and publisher of The Computer Journal. Previously, TCJ was available only through prepaid subscriptions. This required readers to pay prior to seeing their first issue of the journal. Effective immediately, subscriptions will be accepted without pre-payment. New subscribers will be given an opportunity to review their first issue before being asked to pay. Should you feel that TCJ is not for you, simply mark the invoice "Canceled" and return to us. Alternately, and for a limited time only, prepaid subscriptions will be given a discount of $2 per year for US subscribers or $3 per year for foreign subscribers. This offer is valid for both new subscriptions and renewals, but expires on 31 May 1991. What do you get when you subscribe to The Computer Journal? TCJ stands as the sole remaining general circulation magazine providing full support for CP/M, Z-System and 8-bit operating systems. Articles written by such Z-System notables as Jay Sage, Carson Wilson, and Bridger Mitchell appear regularly. Use of Z-System and its tools are discussed in depth. But we don't stop with that. Articles include advanced programming techniques, such as using logarithms to speed mathematical calculations. Interfacing devices on micro computers is covered, as a recent article on building an RS-422 interface showed. And real world solutions to real world problems are given: The March/April issue will have a paper describing the dangers of MOVs and using the ground line to dissipate surges in power line conditioners. If you are a CP/M or Z-System user, or if you are an advanced user of any micro computer system, you should take a look at TCJ. Send us your name and address and let us send you the latest issue. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Computer Journal Subscription Order Form Name: ___________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ State/Province: _______________________ Zip Code: _________ This is a: ____ New Subscription ___ Renewal Subscription Desired: (check only one) Trial Subscription Basis: | Prepaid Subscription, with discount* | _____ US, 1 year $18 | _____ US, 1 year $16 (save $2) | _____ US, 2 year $32 | _____ US, 2 year $28 (save $4) | _____ Foreign, 1 year $24 | _____ Foreign, 1 year $21 (save $3) | _____ Foreign, 2 year $46 | _____ Foreign, 2 year $40 (save $6) (foreign orders sent surface. inquire regarding air shipment) * discount offer expires 31 May 1991 Payment method: _____ Bill Me. I may cancel after reviewing my first issue and owe nothing. _____ Check _____ Money Order _____ Visa _____ MasterCard (payment must be in US funds drawn on a US bank) If using charge card, then: Account Number: __ __ __ __ / __ __ __ __ / __ __ __ __ / __ __ __ __ Expiration Date: __ / __ Issuing Bank: ____________________________ Mail to: The Computer Journal P.O. Box 12 S. Plainfield, NJ 07080-0012 or send by private upload to: Socrates Z-Node 32, (908) 754-9067 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Computer Journal Call for Articles As the major magazine supporting CP/M and Z-System, TCJ is calling for articles relating to configuring, maintaining, interfacing and operating micro computers. Articles should be written toward the intermediate to advanced user. Particular interest exists toward hardware projects and installing Z-System on non-standard systems such as those equipped with Trantor drives. We are particularly seeking an article relating to use of Z- System in a multi-user (networked) environment and use of SCSI for generalized I/O. Articles should be between 10k and 30k in length. Please also include a short biography of one to two paragraphs. Submit your article on disk or upload to either Socrates Z-Node 32 at (908) 754-9067 or Newton Centre Z-Node 3 at (617) 965-7259. Graphics should be submitted in hardcopy and also in TIFF or EPS formats if possible. If you are mailing in a submission, send to: The Computer Journal P.O. Box 12 S. Plainfield, NJ 07080-0012 If accepted for publication, submissions will become the property of The Computer Journal. Manuscripts will be returned if accompanied by a return mailer with postage. If you question if your topic is suitable for publication, please contact the publisher at the above address.