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Open Letters #05
30 ноября 2000 |
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Nemo open letters № 5.2
Please send the price list the prices of
computers, floppy disks, peripherals, etc. for
Spectrum, and please send information on how to buy VICOMM
MODEM, connected to a recorder input / output on your computer.
428020
31.08.2000
Dear N!
Information VICOMM modem does not have, as I have no idea where
you can buy.
(C) Nemo
20.06.2000
Hello Aleksey, has long been intending to write an answer,
but all somehow interfere with exams. The printer I have, in
general, connected, in a somewhat peculiar - IS-printer for
some reason on every line sending control codes to printer, for
example, we have an arrangement of commands in print.txt: it1 #
1B "(" "s" # 31 "S" it0 # 1B "(" "s" # 30 "S"
pr1 # 1B "(" "s" # 31 "P"
pr0 # 1B "(" "s" # 30 "P"
ds1 # 1B "'" "s" # 31 "K"
ds0 # 1B "'" "s" # 31 "K"
el1 # 1B "(" "s" # 34 "S"
el0 # 1B "(" "s" # 30 "S"
Well psevdodrayverom window + .1 pr I
overlooked that the program sends to the printer:
(S0S (s0P'soK (s0S
Now's look closely at the line
it1 it0 and el1 el0 well that there is a common - and
overall there is that they are equally turned off, but as you
wrote in response to jet printers have developed a command
system than the matrix - this is true struyniku
There were quite a team and all the times he
will print until no change
font on the fly, ie in the text printer does not
must submit shutdown command - he
disable old font in incorporating the new: the example of
itl included Italics typed, say, the title el1, include the
elites in This printer automatically turns off the Italians.
Now's look into the face of reality: for example, to print the
following: - Hello, Aleksey. But
what the program does
(SiS (s0P's0K (s0S <
questioned the value zero other commands> - Hello, (s4S (S0S (s0P's0K <questioned the value zero
other commands> Aleksey A
Comments are now - for some ... m
program sends a code team met her in the text at the beginning
of the stream control codes, so if she had sent
it in the end, everything would be OK, as well as predict the
impact is very simple: more just look at the example and you'll
understand why your printer is not published nor Italians, nor
elite.
Please, help me to make
pechatalka sent the command code to the end
flow control commands, or better yet help to make the program
send control codes only encountered it in the text (and the
switch from a menu solution reacted). And I've got all the
codes scored on ix0 ..... 15, and since y struynikov more
advanced system commands :-) and I would like to take advantage
of them (16 teams not enough).
By the way noticed a bug - when you try to
downloaded trd'shnik 3,5 drive
Driver kay.bik makes this: requests
3-inch "B", and then begins to write
all byaku at 5'25 "A". He spoke with a friend, on his Scorpion
is the driver sys_drv.bik and such problems were observed.
Slowly torturing Isasemblem; extracted, by the way the book is
called "Programming in IS-DOS" Publishing "Iskrasoft" and
"slot" in 1994. In one "Open letters" You are talking about a
new terminalke under HAYES-modem by Kondratiev - is it true?
Well, like all long, with respect
Eugene Poddubny.
P.S. Convey greetings to Admiral Nemo and
his cruiser on the Red Banner Pacific Fleet of Spectrum: -)))
...
Note dated August 1, 2000: a
letter has been sent to your soap at the beginning
July, but the response I received, therefore, transmit it,
Alexander Filipov, and through He would like to purchase
terminalku M. Kondratiev (preferably a new one, if it is not
duck) for the PC modem + package DOMASH. BUDGET. Money will
give you Alexander. Floppy disk with the software give him the
same - it will give me. At the same time, and response to the
letter (it can be in handwritten). Much success to you and
more money: -) ...
Hello, dear Admiral!
Forward to you a little cash, and
exactly 100 rub., a convenient opportunity. The name of the
opportunity - Alexander Filipov, this is one of the most active
Spektrumistov Vladivostok. I want to Order your FREE BOARD.
Fee, pass, please, with Alexander. A few days ago to We came
another KAY, now people busy with his connection. Well it's
time to call it a day, and then cut off the light soon. Total
You good health more, problems less ... Well, shit, barely
dopechatal, light and cut their ...
690078
23.08.2000
Dear, N!
1. Board passed a convenient opportunity.
As for the "family budget" (a product
IS DOS), then send to you by mail.
Unfortunately, in a letter no details of the beneficiary, so if
this is not your order, please refer to the destination.
2. Now for the terminalki (with
words Larkova) Unfortunately, I'm not good in a purely
technical aspects of networking. From what I understand, we can
conclude the following:
1. Software package based on ISDOS'a for networks not
is complete at this time. There
is myler and something else, but a software component of the
three required is missing. Once again, that perhaps I have
something misunderstood because And this very topic
far away from me.
2. The package includes software version IS DOS'a not
AUTHOR interpretation. This is fraught with loss and
progressive standards incompatibility. Therefore should be
carefully understand how necessary to make changes on the part
of the nucleus and whether they are consistent throughout the
system as a whole. Ie it is necessary to discuss the Kondratiev
with Leontiev. The last word should be
for Leontiev. Because He is responsible for the system and its
maintenance. Are I understand the situation well, because
Similar problems arise in hard'e. A ie: any activity strongly
implementing some recommendations for alterations (debugging,
improvement) schemes computer. But he is not responsible for
their word in the sense that bears no
responsibility for the consequences. As a result, then, due to
the company (c) Nemo (and users - those Kulibina - flatly
refused to pay money) have address these improvements,
otherwise impossible to support. With regard to Kondratieff, I
personally doubt that it will maintain its kernel version. IT
costs money. This is a professional task. No matter how
qualified people, without professional support his version will
not unviable.
3. Viability of the web
software is not quite obvious, since networks
not made to pay money. This skill is there
completely absent. Ie network, in fact,
have to subsidize. Where to take these
means - and indeed, why customers
IS DOS'a, paying money to keep the network get-together?
(C) Nemo
P.S. In general, the issues of such a plan is better
addressed directly to Leont'ev (ISDOS),
if no answer on the network, use the post
mail'om.
01.09.2000
P.S.S. From a conversation with Leont'eva:
1. All he could recommend it
to apply directly to Kondratyev.
It is not known on what technology it will work.
2. It would be good if Kondratiev gave people their own, which
actually represents his program, and conditions for its spread,
if any.
P.P.S. From a conversation with Kondratyev
06.09.2000
1. Changes in the global 2 pieces:
1. Because system does not provide a catalog by calling a
kernel, they are created through the introduction of foreign
utilities (analog buttons 7). Ie not through RST.10, ie
directory is created at a low level. The cache reads the root
sector directory, and there is a record is created at the zero
level of the nucleus.
2. Expanded standard directory: the directory name - 11
characters (instead of 8). All this has to myleru. It Box
terminalka. Soft automated. All
algorithm can be specified in the configuration file. To do
this, and are necessary extensive catalogs, they are necessary
for mylera. Actually, she terminalka operable in any version
ISDOS'a, - if do not use the automatic (ie, involved 15% of
resources. Myler is only ISDOS'e to 98 years. Accordingly, the
distribution terms: Bolt laid to receive the money and support.
Ie Help'ov not, it matters to Larkovu. Full Kit is in Fido, -
ie Ehi "ZX Spectrum "," real Speccy "and even someone
works (like a dozen). Work is going
Claims: if there are glitches,
they are eliminated, but serious work did not
moving (2 (3 hours per week, ie.
fix a bug.)
Hello, Mr. Nemo!
Since I am writing to you is not the first time
and even more from such a distant city, then I
I think you know me. Now my question
such. 1,5 months ago I sent the translation
for 330 rubles - would buy GS, but
was inattentive and did not consider the coefficient, for which
he was warned by you. I still again sorry for the
misunderstanding. You said (wrote) that I must within 3 months,
or renew the order, a hand in these remaining amount, or you
after 3 months I will return the amount. I decided
hand in these sum and at the same time slightly changed order:
with the GS + fee ext. to: just GS + catalog software Logros
and you still hand in these 530 rubles. Total I sent 860 rubles
already been nearly 1.5 months, maybe even
more, no news, although I know your
firm as the most reliable and rapid (within 4 weeks). Write
anything and tell me what is connected with the delay.
Well, scold you anymore I will not, I understand you, work
harder, orders must have a lot or a summer vacation, but still
look forward to your order. Advance Thank you, and most of all
you!
17.08.00
680022
01.09.2000
Dear N!
Your first translation of the 330 p. obtained
04/05/2000. Your second transfer a sum of
530 rub. received 30/06/2000. Recalculated in USD:
330 / 3.6 (April 2000) = 91.67
530 / 3.7 (May 2000) = 143.24
Total: USD 234.9
Now consider the price-list, is the price payment
GS WITHOUT expansion cards. Thus,
expansion card will not be sent.
Now in terms. In a letter sent to you
on 05.05.2000 with fresh editorial
Price List. It is written as follows (and
a year as it is written): "The average run time 40 working
days, or 8 calendar weeks from the date of receipt of the
money." Before payment, you must read with the price list -
there are no superfluous words. Moreover, it is implied that
you have read the proposed conditions and agree to them.
Unfortunately, we can not meet the two-month period. Board
makes a firm CPG Compex (Konstantin Verbov - 192007,
St. Petersburg, PO Box 142, see pricelist). Company (c)
Nemo act solely in the role of the postal operator. Constantine
was informed of the receipt of the order in period. However, at
this point until the board not ready, because plant, to be
released, went into a collective vacation. It is clear that
paying money, you do not have to delve into
such details - and none the less.
emerged delay will be compensated
additional software - 3 disks (also in their value will be
counted balance at a rate of 4.9 cu - 50% of the price of the
disc). In ordering such markings.
(C) Nemo
Hello, dear (c) Nemo!
Paul wrote to you cock out of Carpet.
I would like to order your fresh
price lists and a full set of advertising from
firms, as well as OPEN LETTERS. Markey, of course, included.
I would like to know whether you took my
proposal, which was the most detailed manner described in my
previous letter to you.
That's it. Waiting for early response and I wish
you every success in keeping the
floating platform Spectrum!
Sincerely.
601900
01.09.2000
Dear N!
Text of your last letter already in the set. The fact that you
have unsubscribed to the previous letter - it does not come
from its content, but precisely because brands are not nested.
Now in fact the proposal. Because Your
previous letter in the set, I did not have his text. But, in
general, I remember very well what was discussed.
It was about distributing your magazine
(Newspapers) from Kovrova through the company (c) Nemo
technology, similar to the "Op. Let".) Speech
is, of course, is not about programming
Technology shells, and on commercial
mechanism). You can use the conditions of a general nature
which are set out in some of the earlier letters (number I do
not remember). Correspondent, in fact, made a similar proposal.
One gets the impression that the public
poor understanding of the essence of the problem with this
most self-published. So we have to chew more detail.
Any commercial (professional)
spread is worth the money. At least for
the cost of mailing the fact. (The fact of distribution - for
now - is worth about 20 (25 rubles).. Therefore, even at zero
COST software I have to demand money from customers, despite
the fact that freeware / shareware is distributed
software.
Let's talk further. What is the software compatibility of your
product? Even in the ideal case it can not be
above 90% (and most likely somewhere in 60 (70
%). 90% - a record set in
bronstransportere brand ISDOS. Many
Spectrum'y now so disfigured
skilled / crazy handles and so
worn out that 90% - is in fact a limit.
Accordingly, in one of three
(60% ~ 2 / 3) there will be a claim
with the return of (subsequent) money. I think
You understand that this is impossible. Otherwise
speaking, this scheme risks becoming a
kind of philanthropy, from which the user will suffer and your
servant.
If you notify the user, for example,
price list, the possibility of incompatibility with the
probability of 40% of it, most likely, and do not buy it.
Version with diverting responsibility
for compatibility to software developers
Packaging (ie, the shell itself, ie
for you) is not a ride. The reasons for the same
following:
- I doubt that you will do it
nothing. Support - is a professional task, but it costs money.
- Even if you agree to be responsible for liabilities
associated with software compatibility, it will be
nothing more than unsubstantiated promises. How
way you figure out how crippled PC
have some user out there? And where are you
will take about twenty clones Spectrum'a
for pre-testing? In the author's software, due to its high cost,
On the one hand, and professional performance (ie, potentially
high degree of compatibility), on the other hand, it is
possible offset the costs of reclamation. In
Technology shells it will be impossible.
- Even if you managed to solve the previous two problems, not
the fact that claim will come to you. First, because money
(even if symbolic) have been paid to the firm (c) Nemo and
understood my responsibilities, as I received the money.
Second, because your software at all can not boot up. Print
also in the price list all the addresses there is no physical
possibility.
In my opinion, the problem can be solved
(In part) as follows:
The fact of mailing and the price is deducted for
through advertising package, and "Op. Let".
Net minimum cost freewar'nogo / shareware disk will be
approximately $ 2
Combines three of the disc (from different
publishers in different cities) and get 6
cu Actually the price of information loss
(Ie, inability to read none of
three disks with software incompatibility (on average) 60% will
be: (1 - 0,6) 3 = 0.064. Ie 6,5% of claims under
provided that the guaranteed LOADING AT
Would the same disc. This is acceptable in the case
if the technology / procedure / mechanism
distribution uniformity for all
users. (In other words, users who insist on any special
requirements, will be ignored). Even if you do not load any
disc Din, the user will three workable floppy DS / DD 5,25 ",
which is 1.5 at. That is, "Net loss" of 4.5 cu I think it
would be acceptable to users and
This service may demand.
The downside for users is the next
moment. In fact, the user would order a pig in a poke, because
it is probably a package of three disks will be updated as more
recent issues of those who make such publication. The user will
not even know from what cities and villages he get it. but the
price - the bargain.
The total price will: $ 4 - Cost
advertising package (with "Op. Let") plus 6
cu - The cost of the "three cats in a sack."
Total $ 10 or 41 p. in September 2000
Mr.
This proposal will be included in the regular edition price
list regardless of Your reaction. Maybe you have some other
suggestions, but I would like to You tried to look at them and
my wheelbarrow of view, namely how it all
will happen in practice. Perhaps
method may seem to you somewhat exotic, but because of the
situation (the curve of software and hardware of the curve)
must be subverted.
(C) Nemo
P.S. Send you an envelope + grade (5 p)..
When sending your publication brand can not invest. Instead get
"Op. Let ". Do not forget to refer to the date of the letter or
number on it, namely, N 199.
Hello!
August 7, Ambassador you translations, here is a list of
Ordering:
Controller IDE-DRIVE;
Screw CONNER on 20 meters: - Section 1.9.
Built-in slot for Nemo-bus (female) - 28
rub.
Total - 708 rubles.
Incidentally, when installing the system on the screw
Driver email. drive must be Pentagon128, and the driver Claudia
- YAVERTY, although it is not so important. It is desirable
that a a copy of the diskette (and better for at
IZOT'ovskoy).
Yes, I would like to screw came though
would be in late October.
PS. And yet, whether it is possible to connect to
controller to the second HDD, and will ever be in the IS-DOS
support screws increased?
623417
01.09.2000
Dear N!
1. Your translation was obtained 08/16/2000.
2. The equipment comes with software - a universal character,
but is tested for equipment KAY. For installation on other
Clones / brand Spectrum'ov may need to make debugging software
on the site. Make a fully universal software is not
possible, because test than anything. If your efforts are
successful, you can write and send to the company (c) Nemo some
sort of report that needs to be done with Pentagon'om, to work
with a screw. I think users reading this opus, think seriously
about whether to do it at all or easier to just buy KAY.
3. A copy of the system comes
(See price list, there are no superfluous words) to
Floppy 5.25 ".
4. Technically, you can do anything, not the question - the
question is whether you want to do it and how it justified. For
several years, has been received No orders to. 1.9.5. From
which it can conclude that it is not necessary. If not
willingness to pay money, does not mean a thing
needed. And any talk about how it
cool as needed, etc. etc. - No
more than verbiage and goloslovie, ie
kind of delirium, as not supported
willingness to pay money. No other criteria. As the saying
goes, Moscow tears believes. And this is the only way
work. Otherwise I would have cheap cost
(If it was worth all), if set out to implement in hardware all
Durkee and chimeras user, ie could erect a monument to
stupidity of his miraculous. Only where it can make sense - it
for the dissemination of commercial (ie PROFESSIONAL)
databases, such as base Logrosa, but no one talks until
came down to it, she does not want to deal with
distribution of software. Because, you see
whether the public believes that the very expensive,
Download now.
5. About support screws large volume. Again, WHY? So that was
cool? I do not I see other problems for large screws, rather
than PRO (ie FOR MONEY, BUSINESS) tasks. And with the skill to
pay the money tight. It can be to work out kulibinstvom? But
this is without me, I'm interested in real work
computers, not the work of the computer.
As for the purely technical side
the task of refining / modifying software ISDOS'a, then there
are no problems again. Problems will be the users, because more
powerful system requires more resources both technical and
operational. Ie operation will be more expensive, and this
regular payments ie will pay for their sense of steepness,
solving the primitive tasks for which capacity heaped
axis will be Overweight and uncomfortable in
work.
(C) Nemo
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