CFOG's PIP, August 1989, Volume 8 No. 3, Whole No. 71, page 22
Antelope Freeway Now Two Systems
To encourage MS-DOS users to make greater use of the Antelope Freeway Remote Access System our esteemed sysop, Carson Wilson, has turned the system into what amounts to two completely separate remote systems, one for CP/M users, and one for MS-DOS users. While Carson can't force users to limit the subjects of messages on the separate systems to strictly 'DOS or strictly CP/M conversation, the separation is real. When you log on you are asked which side you want to be on and messages and software from one side are not seen by the other.
On the other hand, for those who are ambisystemous, or who would rather switch than fight, the two Antelopes offer the option at the system level to "switch" to the other side. If you haven't tried the Antelope Freeway Remote Access Systems, give them a whirl!
CFOG's PIP, August 1989, Volume 8 No. 3, Whole No. 71, page 22
CFOG Offers Discount on Z-System
by Carson Wilson
CFOG's Board has authorized CFOG to become a dealer for Z-System software for CP/M. We now offer our members a 15 percent discount on all commercial Z System packages! This is first-rate, state-of-the-art software for your CP/M machine. ZCPR has been with us for over five years now, and has enhanced computer productivity for thousands of CP/M users. Z System is now a mature replacement for all of CP/M 2.2, yet is "backward compatible" with almost all programs written for CP/M. This means that you can still run the CP/M programs you now use, yet take advantage of greatly increased power and performance at the same time.
NZ-COM and Z3PLUS form the heart of Z System. They replace the most visible parts of CP/M 2.2 and CP/M Plus respectively, adding enhanced command processing, named directories, vastly improved resident commands, flow control processing, error handling, and much more. But it isn't necessary to master all of these (at least at first!) to take advantage of NZ-COM and Z3PLUS. In fact, though both packages come with several disks of software and excellent manuals, almost anyone can install either of these packages on their CP/M computer in just a few minutes' time. CFOG offers either NZ-COM or Z3PLUS to its members for $59.46 (nonmembers pay $69.95) plus $3 shipping.
The next step up in sophistication for CP/M 2.2 users is ZSDOS. ZSDOS replaces the less visible portion of CP/M 2.2 which controls program input and output Through clever coding and exhaustive testing, the authors of ZSDOS offer significantly improvements in performance, safety, and versatility for CP/M 2.2, including file time and date stamping, file archiving for faster backups, public files (accessable from all user areas), path access to files, and improved error messages and handling. As with NZ-COM and Z3PLUS, ZSDOS installation is completely menu-driven. ZSDOS comes with a collection of state-of-the-art utility programs and a 140 page manual to help you make the most of the extended features. CFOG offers ZSDOS to its members for just $63.75, or $51 when purchased with NZ-COM (nonmembers pay $75/$60) plus $3 shipping.
An alternate path to system enhancement for CP/M 2.2 users with hard or RAM disks is available in the form of BackGrounder ii (BGii). BGii allows you to "suspend" any program at the touch of a button and use a wide range of resident commands such as DIR, REN, ERA, CALC, or TYPE. Then hit the button again and BGii quickly returns you to the progrnrn you suspended, right where you left off. Or use BGii's SWAP command and you're back at the CP/M prompt, ready to run any other CP/M program. When you're through, SWAP again and BGii returns you to your original program, exactly as you left it! Advanced "Cut" and "Paste" commands also available for many terminals, allowing you to transfer sections of screen directly from one program to another. Print spooling, advanced key redefinition and recording capabilities, and a beautifully designed 140-page user's manual also included. Installation is menu-driven and easy. CFOG offers BGii to its members for $63.75 (nonmembers pay $75.00) plus $3 shipping.
Last but not least is DosDisk, a small but powerful program which allows you to read or write DIRECTLY to MS-DOS disks with your CP/M computer. No more file transfers -- simply insert a standard MS-DOS DSDD diskette in your CP/M machine, type "DosDisk <drive>:", and away you go -- all files on the diskette are now accessable by all of your CP/M programs -- even files in MS-DOS subdirectories! DosDisk comes with a handsome 38 page user's manual, and is available preconfigured for most machines for just $25.50 ($30.00 for nonmembers) plus $3 shipping.
All sales of Z System help support CFOG. Discount prices on other Z System packages are also available; please leave a message on CFOG's Antelope Freeway Remote Access System for the Sysop, inquire at a monthly Sunday meeting, or drop a note to Carson Wilson, Z-System Coordinator, CFOG, Box 1678, Chicago, IL 60690 if interested in Z System. Orders may be shipped directly from the distributor or purchased "over the counter" at CFOG monthly Sunday meetings. All sales supported by Carson Wilson, Sysop of Antelope Freeway and co-author of ZSDOS.