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* NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE *
* *
* This is a demo version of Turbo ST and may be distributed free *
* of charge provided that no modifications are made to either the *
* Turbo ST code or document file, which must be included. Please *
* note that Softrek reserves all rights to any derivative works. *
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TURBO ST DEMO
COPYRIGHT 1989 SOFTREK
VERSION 1.6d, AUGUST 9, 1989
WELCOME TO THE FAST LANE!
TRBODEMO.ACC is a free 15 minute demo of Turbo ST, the "software
blitter" that outruns Atari's hardware blitter with most popular ST
programs. With Turbo ST installed, word processors, spreadsheets,
databases, program editors, telecommunication programs, and other
programs that display text will speed up significantly, resulting
in greater ease of use and freedom from frustration. Accelerated
programs include WordPerfect, Word Writer ST, 1st Word, ST Writer,
LDW Power, VIP Professional, Swift Calc, DBMan, Data Manager ST, GFA
BASIC, HiSoft BASIC, Devpac ST, Interlink, Flash and hundreds of
others. In addition, GEM windows, dialog boxes, file selector boxes
and the GEM Desktop will work at blazing speeds. Of course, programs
that bypass the operating system, such as PC Ditto are unaffected by
Turbo ST.
This demo version of Turbo ST will work on any Atari ST with all
versions of TOS, including the new 1.4 ROMs. It will run equally as
well in low, medium, or high resolution on either the Atari color or
monochrome monitors. Unlike upgrade boards, Turbo ST requires no
soldering nor any other modification to your ST. In addition, Turbo
ST will automatically take advantage of the blitter chip if one is
present, resulting in even greater speed.
HOW TO INSTALL THE TURBO ST DEMO ON YOUR SYSTEM
Simply copy TRBODEMO.ACC to the root directory of any floppy disk you
boot your computer with or to the root directory of drive C if you
use a hard disk. Then press the reset button on the back of your
computer. That's all! The Turbo ST demo will then install itself
automatically and run for approximately 15 minutes whenever you boot
your computer with your present disk setup.
When the Turbo ST demo has completed, it will automatically turn
itself off in one of two ways. If you are running a GEM program or
the GEM Desktop, the bell will ring and a dialog box will appear
telling you that the demo is now over. If you are running a TOS
program, the bell will ring and the screen colors will change for two
seconds. In both cases, you can then continue on with what you were
doing, although without the extra speed boost from Turbo ST. Since
the demo version of Turbo ST removes itself on an interrupt basis,
it is possible in rare instances for the operating system to lock up
(for the technically-minded, the Atari ST can only handle so many
nested calls). Please note that this CANNOT happen with the "for-
sale" version of Turbo ST, since it never automatically removes
itself.
HOW TO TURN THE TURBO ST DEMO OFF AND ON
At any time while the demo is running, you can turn Turbo ST off by
selecting "Turbo ST Demo" in the desk accessory drop down menu (the
one in the upper left hand corner) and then clicking on "Remove" in
the dialog box. To turn the demo back on again, select "Turbo ST
Demo" from the desk accessory menu once more and click on "Install"
in the dialog box. This can be done any number of times, until Turbo
ST shuts itself off, and is a good way to check how well Turbo ST
speeds up specific features or programs.
HOW TO TEST TURBO ST
The best way to see what Turbo ST does, is to use it with your
favorite applications. Simply observe how fast the windows update,
the dialog boxes pop up, and the text scrolls with and without Turbo
ST. Since Turbo ST does it work so quickly, in some instances such
as ST Writer, it is necessary to set the key repeat rate higher to
see the full effect of Turbo ST.
If you are like other Turbo ST users, the longer you use Turbo ST,
the more likely you are to be spoiled by it. The standard Atari ST
just won't seem the same anymore.
WHAT IS INCLUDED WHEN YOU BUY TURBO ST
When you purchase Turbo ST, you get to drive in the fast lane for as
long as you like. In addition, separate monochrome-only and color-
only versions of Turbo ST are included for those users who are short
of available memory. A special version of Turbo ST that will display
Easel ST's background picture is also included.
Besides that, you will receive a 23-page typeset manual which
provides additional background information on why Turbo ST works and
on how much it speeds up your system. You will also have the right
to consult with one of the original programmers should you ever need
help and be eligible for our reasonable updates (updates to version
1.6 were only £5).
The full retail price of TurboST is £34.95 inclusive.
HiSoft
The Old School, Greenfield
Bedford MK45 5DE UK.
Tel: (0525) 718181. Fax: (0525) 713716.