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MDG Announces BASIC Programmer's Workshop
MD-BASIC 2.0 Ships With Desktop/Command Line Interfaces
MDG Institutes Major ProLine Price Reduction
MDG Offers Low-Cost Internet Gateway
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For Immediate Release
MDG Announces BASIC Programmer's Workshop
SAN DIEGO, California--April 1, 1993--The Morgan Davis Group announced
the BASIC Programmer's Workshop, a software bundle consisting of three
popular products: MD-BASIC 2.0, RADE 1.0, and the Object Module Manager
1.3. The $99 collection of high-powered BASIC programming tools offers
Apple IIGS users substantial savings, over $80 off the combined suggested
retail price. ``The BASIC Programmer's Workshop is a great value. We
use these products daily in our own development, so they have to be
complementary,'' said company president Morgan Davis, ``Create your
programs with MD-BASIC, test them with RADE, and be impressed by the
power of the OMM when you run them.''
MD-BASIC is a professional Applesoft BASIC development tool for
creating programs using the Apple IIGS desktop interface or any command
line shell. The new 2.0 version offers a luxurious desktop mode complete
with menus, multiple windows, and integrated text editing features. MD-
BASIC translates source code into highly optimized Applesoft programs
that are smaller and faster than can be achieved in Applesoft's native
``immediate'' mode, yet they're 100% compatible with every Apple II
computer. Beagle Compiler users can compile MD-BASIC-generated programs
for additional speed. The MD-BASIC language is based on Applesoft with a
number of extensions: free-form layout, named labels (no more line
numbers), long and descriptive variable names, modern commands like IF-
THEN-ELSE, WHILE-WEND, REPEAT-UNTIL, and DO-LOOP, and features found in C
compilers like conditional code processing and #define macros. MD- BASIC
catches mistakes like unbalanced parenthesis, undefined and unreferenced
labels, misspelled variable names, and other common errors before your
programs run. GS+ magazine wrote, ``Applesoft may never get better, but
writing programs in Applesoft just did. MD-BASIC changes the way people
think about Applesoft.'' The package includes sample source code,
interface files, code libraries, and a 100-page manual.
RADE (Real-time Applesoft Debugging Environment) is a full- featured
diagnostic tool that isolates errors in real-time without disturbing the
BASIC environment. You can interrupt the execution of your program at
any point to examine or change the contents of variables, set
breakpoints, step through code one line at a time, or review the
``history'' buffer that records your entire debugging session.
InCider/A+ magazine wrote, ``RADE is fast, powerful, full-featured, and
easy to use. It's a breath of fresh air . . . a throwback to the days of
tight, efficient programming.'' RADE comes with a 46-page manual and
sample software that walks you through a complete debugging session.
The Object Module Manager (OMM), an extension manager for Applesoft
programmers, makes it possible to add external commands to enhance BASIC
programs. Modules are loaded and unloaded as needed, using memory
efficiently. They can also communicate with each other, making
integration effortless. Developers can easily create their own custom
modules. The OMM comes with sample source files in ORCA/M (APW) and
Merlin assembler formats, sample programs, a starter set of modules
(including AmperWorks: 35 powerful BASIC commands to pick up where
Applesoft leaves off), and 67-page manual.
The BASIC Programmer's Workshop is available now, directly from the
Morgan Davis Group, for $99 plus $7.95 for shipping and handling
(overseas S/H is $17.95). CA residents add sales tax. Institutional
six-packs are available for $499 each.
Contact:
Morgan Davis Group
10079 Nuerto Lane
Rancho San Diego
CA 91977-7132 USA
+1 619 670 0563 TEL
+1 619 670 9643 FAX
+1 619 670 5379 BBS
END
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For Immediate Release
MD-BASIC 2.0 Ships With Desktop/Command Line Interfaces
SAN DIEGO, California--April 1, 1993--The Morgan Davis Group today
announced the immediate availability of MD-BASIC 2.0, a fully integrated
Applesoft BASIC development environment for the Apple IIgs. The new
version adds a familiar desktop interface, complete with pull down menus,
windows, and mouse support. MD-BASIC can be used as a stand-alone
application or as an external tool for command-line shells allowing users
to choose the environment they prefer.
MD-BASIC translates source code into highly optimized Applesoft
programs that are smaller and faster than can be achieved in Applesoft's
native ``immediate'' mode, yet they're 100% compatible with every Apple
II computer. Beagle Compiler users can compile MD-BASIC-generated
programs for additional speed. The MD-BASIC language is based on
Applesoft with a number of extensions: free-form layout, named labels (no
line numbers), descriptive variable names, modern commands like IF-THEN-
ELSE, WHILE-WEND, REPEAT-UNTIL, and DO-LOOP, and features found in C
compilers like conditional code processing and #define macros. MD-BASIC
catches mistakes like unbalanced parenthesis, undefined and unreferenced
labels, misspelled variable names, and other common errors before your
programs run.
The new desktop interface features multiple windows, cut, copy, and
paste editing, choice of font style and tab settings, search and replace,
printer support, and Applesoft-to-source conversion built in. Its
traditional shell interface includes the processing and conversion
capabilities found in the desktop mode. The desktop mode can even be
accessed from the shell environment.
MD-BASIC requires an Apple IIgs with System 6.0 or newer. A shell
such as ORCA or GNO is optional. The package includes sample source
code, interface files, code libraries, and a 100-page manual.
MD-BASIC retails for $89.95. A $30 upgrade is available directly
from the Morgan Davis Group. Include $5 for shipping and handling
(overseas S/H is $15). CA residents add sales tax. Institutional six-
packs are available for $449 each.
Founded in 1989, the Morgan Davis Group produces unique, powerful,
and innovative software for a variety of computers. For the Apple II,
MDG also publishes ProLine, a BBS with Internet access; ModemWorks, a
communications toolbox; RADE, a real-time Applesoft debugger; VirusMD, a
virus detection and repair utility. Call or write for a free product
catalog.
Contact:
Morgan Davis Group
10079 Nuerto Lane
Rancho San Diego
CA 91977-7132 USA
+1 619 670 0563 TEL
+1 619 670 9643 FAX
+1 619 670 5379 BBS
END
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For Immediate Release
MDG Institutes Major ProLine Price Reduction
SAN DIEGO, California--April 1, 1993--The Morgan Davis Group today
announced a major price reduction for ProLine, the popular Apple II
bulletin board system developed by Morgan Davis and supported since 1984.
Prospective BBS buyers can now purchase ProLine for $159.95, down $100
from its former $259.95 suggested retail price. The new price reflects
MDG's commitment to Apple II owners by offering the finest product and
support available for the best value ever.
Recently, ProLine was awarded five out of five stars in the December
1992 issue of inCider/A+. The leading Apple II/Macintosh magazine wrote,
``ProLine is as powerful as many UNIX minicomputer-based systems, yet
amazingly, it runs on a standard Apple II. ProLine is top-notch. You
can run ProLine as an independent on-line system, but it gains a new
world of capabilities if you network it with other systems.''
ProLine can be linked to a global network, known as the Internet,
consisting of educational, industrial, and government computers. Many
commercial information services are also part of the Internet: America
Online, BIX, CompuServe, Delphi, GEnie, MCI Mail, and others. Networked
users can exchange electronic mail, bulletins, and software world-wide,
with delivery time measured in hours, or even minutes. A leading BBS
publication, Boardwatch Magazine (June 1991) noted, ``ProLine is a
network of Apple II systems that are not only tied to each other, but
routinely carry Internet News Groups . . . something we just didn't
expect. The speed and power of this BBS running on an Apple II were
quite impressive.''
In addition to Internet networking, ProLine offers terminal
emulation compatible with all personal computers, high-speed modem
support, and a full complement of file transfer protocols. ProLine does
not restrict the types of computers that can access it so it appeals to
the entire computing community. Now with a new price, ProLine is the
most cost-effective solution for schools, clubs, businesses and user
groups.
ProLine 2.0 comes with three 800K disks and a 350-page reference
manual. An enhanced IIe or Apple IIGS, 64K RAM, and at least 2MB free on
a ProDOS-formatted drive is required.
ProLine is available immediately, direct from the Morgan Davis
Group, for $159.95 plus $8 shipping and handling (overseas air S/H is
$25). CA residents add sales tax. Institutional six-packs are available
for $799 each. Purchase orders accepted. Morgan Davis Group customers
who purchased ProLine after April 1, 1993, for $259.95 will receive a
$100 rebate.
Founded in 1989, the Morgan Davis Group produces unique, powerful,
and innovative software for a variety of computers. Call or write for a
free product catalog.
Contact:
Morgan Davis Group
10079 Nuerto Lane
Rancho San Diego
CA 91977-7132 USA
+1 619 670 0563 TEL
+1 619 670 9643 FAX
+1 619 670 5379 BBS
END
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For Immediate Release
MDG Offers Low-Cost Internet Gateway
SAN DIEGO, California--April 1, 1993--The Morgan Davis Group today
announced uMDSS, a mail distribution subsystem protocol for Unix systems.
uMDSS makes possible the exchange of Internet electronic mail and news
with microcomputers unable to communicate over traditional UUCP channels,
like the venerable Apple II. While available at the university level,
Internet access is cost prohibitive for most grade schools still equipped
with labs full of aging microcomputers.
``Compared to a direct Internet connection--about $24,000 per year--
and the complexities of special hardware and system administration, it's
obvious why K-12 students and the computer-using community have been
unable to use the Internet. It's supposed to be available to everyone,
but it's too expensive,'' explains MDG president Morgan Davis. ``We're
building a network of Internet e-mail access points on inexpensive
personal computers. Instead of pouring thousands of dollars into new
hardware and monthly access fees, schools can retain their investment in
yesterday's hardware and still get today's technology for the cost of a
normal telephone bill.''
uMDSS is like UUCP in many ways. uMDSS sites connect to UNIX hosts
over serial-based connections. The caller logs in with an account name
and password, then identifies itself by its site name and a secondary
password. Session information is exchanged, and files begin moving
between systems. When all files have been exchanged in both directions
the session is complete. uMDSS maintains site lock (LCK) files, session
``.Status'' files, and a detailed log file. It also includes a uustat-
like function for reporting job and connection statistics. Integration
with local mail services is transparent. At the transfer level, an
XMODEM-based 4K-packet protocol provides near 100% or better transfer
efficiency, and is compatible with high-speed modems and ports.
Client support is currently available for the Apple II through the
ProLine BBS developed by Morgan Davis. ``ProLine is a network of Apple
II systems that are not only tied to each other, but routinely carry
Internet News Groups . . . something we just didn't expect,'' wrote
Boardwatch Magazine in a June 1991 review. The uMDSS interface makes
this possible. ProLine was recently awarded five out of five stars in an
inCider/A+ review. The leading Apple II/Macintosh magazine wrote,
``ProLine is as powerful as many Unix minicomputer-based systems, yet
amazingly, it runs on a standard Apple II.'' Support for PC and
Macintosh computers is expected later this year.
The uMDSS host software is available immediately for $59.95 per
site, and can be mailed directly from the Morgan Davis Group to a
customer's electronic mailbox. The electronic package contains complete
C source code for compilation on most Unix systems. It also includes
full documentation on installation and integration with local services
such as smail and cnews. A six-host site license is available for $299.
Founded in 1989, the Morgan Davis Group produces unique, powerful,
and innovative software for a variety of computers. Call or write for a
free product catalog.
Contact:
Morgan Davis Group
10079 Nuerto Lane
Rancho San Diego
CA 91977-7132 USA
+1 619 670 0563 TEL
+1 619 670 9643 FAX
+1 619 670 5379 BBS
END
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--Jay, jay.krell@cornell.edu