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December 2, 1991
Dear Developer,
As part of IBM's continuing commitment to OS/2, we are making available
the next release of the Expedite Kit in the IBM OS/2 32-Bit Expedite
Program and introducing the Early Application Development Program for
OS/2 2.0. Details on the next release of the Expedite Kit and the Early
Application Development Program follow. We are also announcing the
availability of pre-release copies of the IBM OS/2 2.0 Technical Library. If
you are interested in learning more about how to participate in these
exciting offerings please read the following:
1) Next release of the Pre-Release OS/2 32-Bit Expedite Program
Code and Documentation
The next release in the OS/2 32-Bit Expedite Program is available to
current Expedite members for a fee of $190.00 which represents
reproduction and shipping & handling costs. It contains the following
pre-release items: (Expedite Kit #2)
- IBM OS/2 2.0 Operating System (level 6.167F)
Includes the new Workplace Shell and the ability
to run most Windows (TM)** applications
- IBM OS/2 2.0 Toolkit
o Tools for managing PM resources and building
programs
o Headers and .LIB files for defining and resolving OS/2
2.0 API calls
o Sample programs to demonstrate the coding of API's
o A kernel debugger for driver debug support
o Online documentation of API's, including Base Operating
System, Presentation Manager, Workplace Shell, and
System Object Model (SOM)
- IBM C Set/2
- IBM 32-bit OS/2 C compiler
- IBM 32-bit OS/2 PM debugger
- Hardcopy documentation
- IBM WorkFrame/2
An integrated development environment, including project
control capabilities
- A Windows (TM)** to OS/2 migration kit
Tools and documentation that support creation of an OS/2
2.0 executable from your Windows (TM)** source program.
"Mirrors" enables the migration of application programs
to OS/2. "Oasis" enables the migration of printer
presentation drivers.
- Additional Documentation
o Application Design Guide
o Workplace API Document
o System Object Model Reference (SOM)
Follow on releases of the Expedite Kit, if any, will be available for
additional fees. Please follow the ordering instructions described later.
If you are not a member of the IBM OS/2 32-Bit Expedite program you can
call 1-800-IBM-3040 to find out how to become a member. Qualified
developers who enroll in the 32-Bit Expedite program and the Developer
Assistance Program will receive additional development assistance from IBM
as follows;
- Defect support through a Technical Hotline
- Online access to OS/2 tools
- Tool product demos on ESDTOOLS
- Priority seating in Migration Workshops
- Priority access to OS/2 loaner systems
The license agreement that accompanies all pre-release code and
documentation will allow you to make an additional nine (9) copies per copy
acquired. This is in addition to the one backup copy allowed. These
copies are for your internal use only and no additional fee is required to
make these copies. Your license to use the pre-release code and
documentation will expire 60 days after the General Availability of OS/2
2.0.
All the code and documentation is under development and may be
substantially modified before general availability. In addition, the
manner in which IBM packages the development materials may differ
substantially from the generally available products.
2) Early Application Development Program for OS/2 2.0
In addition to the above offering we are also announcing the availability of
the Early Application Development Program. This is a development feedback
program that is available to all OS/2 developers. Orders will be accepted
until March 1, 1992. As a member of this program you will be required to
fill out and return the feedback forms supplied with the offering. The
program fee for this limited time offering is $750.00 and includes the
following;
-The release of the Expedite Kit mentioned above
(up to 10 licenses)
-IBM OS/2 Lan Requester Pre-release code and the Novell
Netware Requester Pre-release code (up to 10 licenses)
(quantities for the requesters are limited and will be
(filled as received)
-The generally available release of the following
products; (1 license)
- IBM OS/2 2.0
- IBM OS/2 2.0 Toolkit
- IBM OS/2 C Set/2
- IBM WorkFrame/2
When ordering the Early Application Development Program specify whether
you prefer 3-1/2" or 5-1/4" media.
If IBM refreshes the pre-release code provided under this program, the
refreshed code will be provided to members at no additional cost prior to
general availability.
The license agreement that accompanies all pre-release code and
documentation will allow you to make an additional nine (9) copies per copy
acquired. This is in addition to the one backup copy allowed. These
copies are for your internal use only and no additional fee is required to
make these copies. Your license to use the pre-release code and
documentation will expire 60 days after the General Availability of OS/2
2.0. You will only be able to make one back up copy of the generally
available releases.
All the code and documentation is under development and may be
substantially modified before general availability. In addition, the
manner in which IBM packages the development materials may differ
substantially from the generally available products.
3) Pre-release OS/2 2.0 Technical Library
Pre-release versions of the OS/2 2.0 Technical Library are available for a
fee of $199.00 for option A (Guides) and $111.00 for option B (Driver
Development Library). This fee represents reproduction and shipping &
handling costs. Included are the following:
-Programming Guide Vol I (CP)
-Programming Guide Vol II (WIN)
-Programming Guide Vol III (GPI) Option A
-Common User Access 91 Guides
-REXX User Guide
-REXX Programming Reference
-Physical Device Driver Reference
-Virtual Device Driver Reference Option B
-Presentation Driver Reference
ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS AND PROGRAM DETAILS
These options can be ordered by completing the order form that is
attached. All materials will be shipped by second day air express which is
included in the applicable fees. Technical support for the Expedite Kit and
the Early Application Development Program will be provided through MCI
mail. Details on technical support will be included in the package.
Orders can be placed by completing the attached order form or by calling
1-800-IBM-3040 (7 AM to 7 PM Central Standard Time). Please allow 2
weeks for delivery of the materials once your order has been received.
Orders will be handled on a first come, first served basis.
It is understood that IBM is free to change, modify and/or discontinue the
IBM OS/2 32-Bit Expedite Program, The Early Application Development
Program or the Pre-release Technical Library offering at any time.
** Windows (TM) is a trademark of the Microsoft Corporation
ORDER FORM
Please complete the form below and return it to:
IBM Expedite Distribution Center
P.O. Box 140435
Austin, TX 78714-9871
TOTAL NUMBER TOTAL AMOUNT
1) 32-Bit Expedite Kit #2 ____ ___________at $190.00 each
2) Early Application ____ ____________at $750.00 each
Development Program
3) Technical Library
Option A ____ ____________at $199.00 each
Option B ____ ____________at $111.00 each
Total amount payable to Hart Graphics ____________
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