DSK Images on a PC

[jefbla@bconnex.net (Jeff Blakeney)]

Just a couple of minor corrections:

Tom Zuchowski <cd003508@interramp.com> wrote:

>You will need to find an MS-DOS program called GUNZIP.EXE to unpack them.

I have a program called GZIP.EXE on my IBM compatible.

>SimIIe is an Apple II emulator for the Mac.

SimIIe is a MS-DOS emulator that came out several years ago and does
not require a separate ROM image.  I believe you are thinking of IIe
which is an emulator for the Macs.

>There are several programs that can convert DSK files to real Apple II 
>floppies, but you will need a way to get the files to your Apple II.  The 
>Asimov FAQ discusses this.  two are ADT and DISK2FILE.

I noticed this one of a post before and it's a nit picking little
thing but, the second program you listed is called DSK2FILE (note no
"I" in DSK).  I believe it is called this because it deals with .DSK
files.

>I use DISK2FILE.  Like I said, ADT works too.  In any event you'll need a 
>serial link between your Apple and your PC.

DSK2FILE requires a disk drive attached to your Apple II that is
capable of holding MORE than a 5.25" drive can.  This includes 3.5"
drives, hard drives et al.  The image that gets created may then be
transferred via a serial connection (usually a Super Serial Card)
using communications software.

ADT does not require a disk drive larger than a 5.25" or a serial
card.  It use a cable from the IBM to the game port of the Apple II to
transfer images of disks on the fly.