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Preface - About This Book

Development Environment

The system software functions described in this book are available using C or Pascal interfaces. How you access these functions depends on the development environment you are using. This book shows system software functions in their C interface using the Macintosh Programmer's Workshop (MPW) version 3.2.

All code listings in this book are shown in C. They show methods of using various functions and illustrate techniques for accomplishing particular tasks. All code listings have been compiled and, in most cases, tested. However, Apple Computer, Inc., does not intend that you use these code samples in your application.

In a few cases, the functions documented in one chapter may be listed in the MPW interface files associated with another manager. An example is the MakeFilePreview function, which is documented for conceptual consistency in the chapter "Movie Toolbox." This function does not appear in the Movies.h MPW interface file; rather, it is listed in the ImageCompression.h MPW interface file. When this occurs, the disparity is noted in the function descriptions.

APDA, Apple's source for developer tools, offers worldwide access to a broad range of programming products, resources, and information for anyone developing on Apple platforms. You'll find the most current versions of Apple and third-party development tools, debuggers, compilers, languages, and technical references for all Apple platforms. To establish an APDA account, obtain additional ordering information, or find out about site licensing and developer training programs, contact

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If you provide commercial products and services, call 408-974-4897 for information on the developer support programs available from Apple.

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