Nicron #105

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13 Dec 1998 Download

  • Nicron #105

The issue features a December directory of active ZXNet BBS stations complete with operational schedules and technical connection requirements. Programming coverage explores screen address optimization for sprite rendering and a comparison of high-speed algorithms. Technical segments detail hardware modifications for the CDOS modem and analyze file encoding bugs in the Lara Croft mail editor. A science fiction short story about a lone resident in a ruined city complements the issue, alongside advertisements for peripheral hardware and computer repairs.

Issue contents:

  1. Entry - the contents of rooms.
  2. BBS - list of stations BBS ZXNet.
  3. Programming - support operations in deriving spraytav area of the display memory.
  4. Iron - revision CDOS-modem.
  5. Soft - bug mail editor "Lara Croft".
  6. Story - On the bridge.
  7. Advertising - advertising and announcements.
  8. Feedback - contact the publisher.

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