Re: GS/OS V5 cf V6

[tony@shakala.com (Tony Andrews)]

lewis@ratty.mits.com.au writes:

> Can anybody give me a list of the benefits of upgrading my GS from
> GS/OS V5 to V6?
> 
> -- 
> David Lewis,
> 
> Internet:	lewis@ratty.mits.com.au
> Phone:		+61 3 613 9415		Fax:	    +61 3 613 9550
> "No call alligator long mouth till you pass him." - Jamaican Proverb.


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System 6.0 & Hypercard GS 1.1
 
 
Apple Introduces New System Software And HyperCard IIGS Upgrade For
The Apple IIGS
 
CUPERTINO, California--March 24, 1992--Apple Computer, Inc. today
introduced new system software and an upgraded version of HyperCard
IIGS for the Apple IIGS personal computer.
 
        Apple IIGS System 6 software offers an enhanced user interface,
greater speed and performance, and data exchange capabilities not
available on current Apple IIGS operating systems.  HyperCard IIGS
version 1.1 has been upgraded to include a Media Control stack for
operating CD ROMs and videodisk players, and new HyperTalk scripting
capabilities.
 
        "Apple IIGS System 6 encompasses the most robust and
feature-rich
system software offered since the introduction of the Apple IIGS in
1986, bringing Apple II customers much of the same ease-of-use and
functionality now available on the System 7 Finder for the
Macintosh," said John Santoro, Apple II product manager.  "The
extensive development of System 6 and HyperCard IIGS version 1.1
underline Apple's continuing support of the Apple II line."
 
 
Features and Benefits of Apple IIGS System 6
 
        Apple IIGS System 6 features three new File System Translators
that
provide easy access to Macintosh disks, Pascal disks, Apple II DOS
3.3 disks.
 
        In addition, Apple IIGS System 6 offers users significant
feature
enhancements to control panel and desk accessory functionality,
providing an enhanced new "look and feel" to the Apple IIGS.  Control
panels can be opened directly from the desktop and Find File and
Calculator desk accessories have been incorporated.
 
        Finder Help on Apple IIGS System 6 can be accessed through
pop-up
menus and kept on screen while users step through procedures.  Window
handling and window appearance have also been enhanced, making it
easier to move between and manage multiple windows on a single
screen.
 
        Apple IIGS System 6 offers two new applications--Teach and
Archiver.
Teach is a desktop text processor that enables the user to jot down
notes, read disk files and create formatted or unformatted text
documents.  Teach also provides file import capability from ASCII,
AppleWorks version 3.0, AppleWorks GS, MacWrite version 5.0 formats
and AppleWriter.  Archiver offers flexible hard disk backup functions
to save and restore either individual files or entire volumes.
 
        The Apple IIGS System 6 Media Control toolset is a new
tool/driver/control panel/desk accessory combination that allows
users to integrate, configure and manage highly sophisticated
multimedia effects.  The performance of this toolset is optimized
when used in conjunction with HyperCard IIGS version 1.1.
 
        The Universal Access suite (also available on Macintosh System 7
software) opens the Apple IIGS to disabled users via Video Keyboard,
Easy Access and Closeview programs, simplifying system use for the
visually or physically impaired.
 
        As with the System 5 series, Apple IIGS System 6 users can
network
their Apple IIGS computers with each other and with Apple IIe,
Macintosh and MS-DOS computers.  However, System 6 improves
networking functionality via EasyMount, a new feature which allows
users to mount a network server with a simple double-click command.
 
        Apple IIGS System 6 replaces Apple IIGS System 5.0.4 for the
stand-
alone Apple IIGS, providing a consistent graphical interface and high
performance for both the individual and networked user.
 
 
Speed and Feature Enhancements for HyperCard IIGS
 
        HyperCard IIGS version 1.1 features a Media Control Stack for
the
control of external media devices such as Laserdisk players and CD-
ROM drives from within the stack.  Control is provided to the user
through a common interface to two external devices by using standard
"Play", "Fast Fwd", etc., buttons or floating control panels.
 
        A Tune Builder stack allows the user to create short original
tunes
by simply clicking the mouse on the stack's music staff.   Notes can
be played in variable time and with the voices of a large collection
of instruments.  These tunes can then be used as enhancements to
other original stacks by cutting and pasting.
 
        HyperCard IIGS version 1.1 has incorporated features from
Macintosh
HyperCard version 2.0 and 2.1, such as HyperTalk extensions and X
Windows.  As with original HyperCard IIGS, version 1.1 is also in
color.
 
        The Apple IIGS SuperDrive Controller card is also available for
the
enhanced Apple IIE and Apple IIGS, allowing users to utilize Apple's
SuperDrive which permits the use of 1.4MB floppy disks.  The
SuperDrive card also operates all other Apple II 3.5 disk drives.
 
 
System Requirements
 
        Stand-alone Apple IIGS System 6 software requires an Apple IIGS
personal computer with at least 1MB of RAM, ROM version 01 or 03 and
one 3.5-inch disk drive, although configurations of 2MB of RAM and a
hard drive is recommended for optimal performance.  Networked systems
require Apple IIGS computers with at least 768K RAM, ROM version 01
or 03 and appropriate LocalTalk cables.
 
        HyperCard IIGS version 1.1 requires an Apple IIGS personal
computer
with 1.5MB RAM, one 800K disk drive and hard disk or connection to a
networked environment, and system software 5.0.3 or subsequent
version.
 
 
Price and Availability
 
        The Apple IIGS System 6 package includes six 3.5-inch disks
containing system and set-up software and system tools, as well as
the Apple IIGS System Software User's Guide.  The package will be
available in early April from authorized Apple dealers, Apple
Educations Sales Consultants, and Resource Central, Inc. (913) 469-
6502) for a suggested retail price of $39 in the United States.
 
        Apple is also making Apple IIGS System 6 software available from
licensed user groups and licensed on-line services.
 
        HyperCard IIGS version 1.1 will be available in early April from
authorized Apple Dealers and Resource Central, Inc. for a suggested
retail price of $69.  HyperCard IIGS 1.0 owners can purchase an
upgrade to version 1.1 from Resource Central, Inc.
 
Apple, the Apple logo, HyperCard, Apple IIGS, HyperTalk, AppleTalk,
Macintosh and LocalTalk are registered trademarks of Apple Computer,
Inc.
System 7, Finder, SuperDrive, and AppleWriter are trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
 
AppleWorks is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.,
licensed to Claris Corporation.
 
Claris MacWrite is a registered trademark of Claris Corporation.


Tony


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