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Re: Q: Any new GSoft programs?
- Subject: Re: Q: Any new GSoft programs?
- From: phoenyx <quazar@dcnet2000.com>
- Date: 1999/11/20
- Newsgroups: comp.sys.apple2
- Organization: Insync Internet Services, Inc.
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Mike Westerfield wrote:
>
> Actually, there is also a free version of GSoft BASIC. It shares the
> limitations of Applesoft in that you can't create stand-alone programs, but
> since it's free, so what? You can send the free version of GSoft BASIC with
> the Program. It's also limited to 64K or program and 64K for variables, but
> then Applesoft is limited to about 40K for both--and even less if you use
> graphics.
>
> In short, the only reasons I can see to use Applesoft are:
>
> 1. You're running a program written in Applesoft and don't want to take
> the time to convert it.
>
> 2. The program must run on 8 bit machines. GSoft BASIC is GS only.
>
> 3. It's not worth the trouble to download GSoft BASIC. In that case, the
> programming requirements must be pretty minimal!
>
> Mike Westerfield
I know I replied to this once, but I guess it got lost in transit.
I prefer programming on 8 bit systems. I have more references
for them. If I run across a good deal on GS references I might
do more programming on that platform.
A while back I tried the free Gsoft. I was under the impression
it was more limited in memory usage.
Actually, my programming requirements are strictly hobby. I have
released a few programs, but I do this for fun. I am reconsidering
my interests and may be able to invest some money in the products
you offer soon.
Phoenyx