ortable with it. I tend to forget the syntax of MS-DOS commands, especially since when I do use an MS-DOS machine, I stay within Windows as much as possible. One thing I like about MS-DOS, though, is the complete syntax provided with the commands. You simply type the command in question, skip a space, then type "/?" and you receive a very detailed syntax, as illustrated in the two commands given above. In A-DOS, a cryptic looking template appears that remains a mystery except for experienced users. Such a thorough syntax would probably be quite helpful on Amigas for newcomers.
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