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Telecommunications

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-01

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-01a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-01b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY

PDS NAME: Telecom 01
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-01               
BOOTABLE?: Bootable

Telecom 01 is a disk for ///ers interested in getting into
telecommunications.  There are a number of articles about telecommunications
and even two (one Basic, one Pascal-based) (and self-booting) comm programs you
can try out.

On Side One:

ARTICLES.TEXT: Bibliography of articles about A3 Telecommunications.
BASIC.MODEM (subdirectory)
 - BASIC.MODEM.PM : A Business Basic Telecom program.
 
TELECOM.1    : Q&A about buying a modem & getting into
telecommunications.
TELECOM.2    : More questions about telecommunications.
TELECOM.3    : Article about telecommunications and the ///.
TELECOM.4    : Control an IBM-PC via an Apple ///.
TELECOM.5    : What you need to start "Modeming."
TELECOM.NOTE : Short note on the Pascal Telecom program on side two.
COM.ARTICLES : 3EZP/AppleWorks Data Base of telecommunications articles.

On Side Two:
 
A Pascal-based telecommunications program. Simple and easy to use
for the beginner.

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-02

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-02a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-02b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PD LIBRARY

PDS NAME: Telecom 02/Access ///
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-02               
BOOTABLE?: Bootable             

Telecom 2 contains a super tutorial on how to connect a modem
to your Apple /// and get started in telecommunications. Written by
Al Bloom, Harry Baya and John Lomartire.  This covers it all, from A to Z.
Also under the "Telecom.Desktop" subdirectory, you'll find Nexus /// , a
telecommunications program you can use with On Three's Desktop Manager.
An "Information" file is included.

On Side One:
 
TELECOM.INFO  : A super tutorial about telecommunications on the ///.
READ.ME.FIRST : What you'll find on this disk.
 
TELECOM.DESKTOP (subdirectory)
 - NEXUS       :Telecommunications program you can install under Desktop
                Manager.
 - INFORMATION :Some notes on using NEXUS.

 
On Side Two:
 
Access /// Interp version boot disk with associated files.
ACCESS3.dskC:  Complete documentation on using this program.

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-03

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-03a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-03b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY


PDS NAME: Telecom 03
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-03
BOOTABLE? Bootable



  Telecom 3 offers a number of Basic telecom utilities, including an
  auto-dialer for older versions of Access /// (that is, the non-interpreter
  versions).  There's also a full side of BBS listings.

  On Side One:

  ACCESS3.AUTO  :Basic program to automate dialing with Access ///.
  AUTO3.TEXT    :Text version of the above.
  DISK.NOTES    :Notes about the Basic programs on this disk.
  SMARTPHONEMOD :Basic auto dialer for use with most modems.
  SMARTPHONETEXT:Text version of the above.

On Side Two (All 3EZ Pieces Data Bases of Bulletin Boards):

  APPLE3.BBS
  BBS.FOREIGN
  BBS.NORTHEAST
  BBS.NORTHWEST
  BBS.SOUTHEAST
  BBS.SOUTHWEST
  BBS.UNKNOWN
  NOTES        :About the data bases on this disk side.

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-04

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-04a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-04b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY

PDS NAME: KERMIT ///
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-04               
BOOTABLE?: Bootable

This is a very basic telecom program using the Kermit file Protocal - 
a way to upload and download files with error checking.  Documention
and a review are included on disk. Requires Pascal to run (not 
included on this disk).


SIDE ONE

KERMIT.REVIEW    : A review of Kermit ///
KERMITDOC        : Kermit /// Manual
SOURCE.1         : Subdirectory with source code listings
READ.ME.FIRST    : This file

SIDE TWO

SOURCE.2         : Subdirectory with additional source code listings
STARTUP.CODE     : Startup file for Kermit - Requires Pascal
SYSTEM.MISCINFO  : Pascal Miscellaneous Information file for Kermit

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-05

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-05a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-05b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PD LIBRARY


PDS NAME: XMODEM ///
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-05              
BOOTABLE?: Bootable

Originally a commercial program by Gary Kato, XMODEM /// is
a wonderful telecom program that gives ///ers access to the XMODEM
protocol with Binary II option. It's a way of uploading or downloading all
types of files without fear of errors.

XMODEM /// has several major features:

XMODEM /// can be used as an ordinary TTY ASCII terminal for most
telecommunications needs;

In the ASCII terminal mode, XMODEM /// allows you to both
download and upload ASCII text files of your choosing;

XMODEM /// is able to use a variety of bit settings, baud rates,
half or full duplex, linefeed and line delays;

XMODEM /// allows you to use the XMODEM protocol, a powerful
telecommunications protocol that is highly coordinated and
extremely accurate;

In the XMODEM receive mode, XMODEM /// allows you to both
download and upload any file as an ASCII text file in binary
format for later conversion;

And, XMODEM /// features the new BINARY II option for Apple file
transmission.  You now can literally send and receive SOS or
ProDOS files intact and ready to use!

XMODEM /// may be run on diskettes or installed under CATALYST or
SELECTOR ///.


On Side One:
MANUAL (Subdirectory)* : Complete Documentation for XMODEM ///.

On Side Two:
XMODEM /// program disk (self booting - written in assembly language).


*Instruction manual is on disk, transcribed by Jim Suthard. 

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-06

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-06a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-06b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PD LIBRARY


PDS NAME: EASYTERM 
DISK ID : 3TEL.06
BOOTABLE? BOTH SIDES


EASYTERM /// is a terminal program that gives users the ability to send an 
ASCII file from disk, as well as to receive a file from almost any computer 
through a modem. Uploading and downloading are as easy as CONTROL-UP-ARROW
and CONTROL-DOWN-ARROW.  Supports direct terminal mode with speeds of up to
9600 baud. Originally a commercial program from Sun Remarketing.

SIDE ONE:

MINI.MANUAL    : A short tutorial on how to use Easyterm ///.
READ.ME.FIRST  : This File

SIDE TWO:

EASYTERM /// PROGRAM - SELF BOOTING

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-07

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-07a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-07b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY

PDS NAME: Three's Company BBS
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-07
BOOTABLE? Side One Only


This disk was produced to honor Ed Gooding and his now off-line ///s Company
BBS.  It's a guide of sorts for those who never had a chance to call
and find out what this tremendous Apple /// resource was all about. It
includes many of the menus and files you'd have seen once logged on. The BBS
was donated to WAP - which operated it for more than a year in 1993-94 before
it was shut down for good. BUT its files are all preserved - and many will
ultimately make it into the /// SIG PD or onto the TCS.

NOTE that this represents ///s Company BBS as it existed in 1990.

On Side One:

 COMPANY.BIB      :3EZ Pieces Bibliography of articles on Three's Company.
 COMP.BIB.ASCII   :ASCII version of the above file.
 TOPIC.AREAS      :Topic areas available on Three's Company BBS.
 BEST.OF.DISKS    :Three's Company PD disks offered by the /// SIG.
 LOGON            :Three's Company Logon messages.


On Side Two:

 PROGRAMMING   :Subdirectory listing available Programming files.
 SOFTWARE      :Subdirectory listing available Software files.
 HARDWARE      :Subdirectory listing available Hardware files.
 USER.GROUPS   :Subdirectory listing available User Group files.
 CLASSIFIEDS   :Subdirectory listing available Classified files.
 PUBLIC.dskMAIN :Subdirectory listing available Public Domain programs.
 WHATS.NEW     :What's new on ///'s Company BBS.
 BULLETINS     :Important Bulletins of interest to those logging on.

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-08

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-08a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-08b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG Public Domain Library

PDS NAME: TCS DISK: Side One
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-08               
BOOTABLE?: Bootable

An adaptatation of the Apple // TCS disk.  For /// folks, this
disk includes all the help files that explain how to use the WAP TCS,
with comments on the /// included.

On Side One:
 HOW.TO.USE.TCS   :A basic tutorial on using the WAP TCS.
 BBS.COMMAND.TXT  :BBS Commandments you need to know.
 BBS.LONG.HLP.TX  :TCS Help information.
 TCS.FAQ          :Frequently asked Questions about the TCS
 TCS.AGREEMENT    :What you agree to when you use the TCS
 TCS.WELCOME      :What do you see when you log on?

On Side Two:
 A3.TELECOM.HELP  :A tutorial on Apple /// telecommunications.
 GUIDELINES.TXT   :TCS User's Guidelines.
 LURKER.TXT       :Confessions of a lurker.
 QUICK.HELP.TXT   :TCS Command Card (Quick Help)
 TCS.TEL.NO.TXT   :TCS Telephone lines .
 TCS.GUIDELINES   :Guidelines for Using the TCS
 TCS.EXPLORER     :What is the TCS Explorer Service?
 TCS.MAP.1        :1 of 2 Maps of the TCS
 TCS.MAP.2        :2 of 2 Maps of the TCS
 FILE.TRANSFER    :How to use the TCS File Transfer System
 TCS.MESSAGES     :How to use the TCS Message Base 
 TCS.EDITOR       :How to use the TCS Editor
 NEW.TCS.UPDATES  :What's new on the TCS as of 1995?

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-09

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-09a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-09b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY

PDS NAME: Infonet BBS
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-09                
BOOTABLE?: Nonbootable         

   INFONET is an information network software program written for novice to
expert computer users.  INFONET was designed for people who need a method of
electronic communications between themselves and other computer users.

   INFONET is an easy to use program and has applications for vast numbers of
organizations.  Examples of effective usage include:

     -  Retail stores who link with customers and sales people
     -  Computer user group communication
     -  School districts communicating with individual schools
     -  Cottage industry marketing and customer communications
     -  Any group of computer users for electronic communications


INFONET was originally sold by Sun Remarketing of Logan, Utah.  In 1987, it
was placed into the public domain.  It was greatly enhanced
by Ed Gooding and Walt Pawley and was used for many years (through 1994) 
as the BBS system for the old ///s Company BBS (files donated to WAP).


 SIDE ONE includes Source Code files and the User.Manual file. Our Basic
 version of Menu.Maker is on this disk if you wish to look from another
 Basic disk and read the manual. Print.All is also available to print all
 Text files on this disk (Applewriter or other word processor can also
 be used to read the text files).

 SIDE TWO includes the actual program itself.

 Not Self-Booting.  Users with knowledge of Pascal recommended.

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-10

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-10a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-10b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY

PDS NAME: hpTERM ///
DISK ID : APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-10
BOOTABLE? BOTH SIDES


        hpTerm /// is a terminal emulation program for the HP262x terminal.
Unfortunately, it did NOT get to WAP with a manual, so we've put together a
"Mini Manual" of sorts, to at least give you an idea of what it can - and 
can not - do.

SIDE ONE:

MINI.MANUAL : Some basic information about hpTERM /// and what you'll see 
              when you boot it up.

SIDE TWO:    hpTERM /// program (pascal). Self-booting.

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-11

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-11a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-11b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PUBLIC DOMAIN LIBRARY

PDS NAME: APPLE ACCESS 3270
DISK ID : APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-11
BOOTABLE? BOTH SIDES


Apple's Original Description:

ACCESS 3270 is a versatile and user-friendly package that allows 
your Apple /// to access any computer that supports IBM 3270 communications.
Works exclusively with an Apple 3270 Cluster Controller that rounds out a 
complete,  interactive communications solution  (NOTE: Also works with a 
Modem - Please see the Weber Baker review on this disk). Emulates operation
on an IBM 3270 keyboard and also gives you reconfiguration options.  Can 
transfer text files to and from a host computer.  Supports comprehensive 
command file capability which provides for auto-dial and auto-log-on 
capabilities.  Provides customized 3270 help screens, ability to filter 
control to and from host, and quick reference keyboard templates. Requires 
phone jack, Apple 3270 Cluster Controller Emulator (or a modem) and an 
applications interface program on the host computer.


ON SIDE ONE:

The.Menus     : A file containing the menu files found within Access 3270.
Read.Me.First : This file.
Review        : A tutorial/review of Access 3270 by Weber Baker, as
                published in Frank Moore's Three Magazine of Feburary, 1987.
                The magazine is no longer published.

        All the files can be read or printed under Menu.Maker (which is the
program that Side One boots into.) We've also included a program called
Print.All which will print ALL ASCII (text) files on this disk easily and
quickly.


SIDE TWO

A bootable copy of Apple Access 3270.  The program is copyable and you can
place it on your hard disk under BOS3, Selector or Catalyst.The program looks
and works remarkably like Access ///, the terminal program for the Apple ///
(little wonder - Apple simply adapted Access /// to make this program...)

Files include: SOS.KERNEL; SOS.DRIVER; ACS3FONT; AUTOLOG; SOS.INTERP; CONFIG;
               TERMREC
  


David Ottalini
WAP /// SIG
September, 1992

DISK ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-12-13

APPLE-3-WAP-tel-12a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-12b.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-13a.dsk [Catalog]
APPLE-3-WAP-tel-13b.dsk [Catalog]

WAP /// SIG PD LIBRARY

PDS NAME: TerminALL Manual/Program
Disk ID: APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-12 & 13              
BOOTABLE?: Bootable (both disks)

TerminALL is the third program placed into the Public
Domain by Foxware, Inc. of Salt Lake City, UT.  TerminALL is a
telecommunications program designed to emulate any number of popular
terminals, including the DEC VT100 series.  

Disk APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-12 contains the manual for the program and is self-booting. 
Disk APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-13 offers the actual TerminALL Program Disk - in self-booting
Pascal.


SOME IMPORTANT NOTES FOR TERMINALL USERS


       TerminALL  is  an  interesting  telecommunications program, but it has
one  major problem.  It can not upload or download!  It was primarily
designed to  allow the Apple /// to emulate any of a series of terminals and
apparently the   authors  did  NOT  think  uploading  or  downloading  was
important  or necessary.
       As  such,  this  program  is  basically  worth  using  by  a  beginner
interested  in  learning how to use a program that can connect a computer
with a computer  service  like  CompuServe, Genie or Source or a BBS, like
the WAP Telecommunications System.  TerminALL can be set for different baud
rates and protocals,  as  with other telecommunication programs.  We would
recommend you read  the  manual carefully to familiarize yourself with its
operation.  If you want  to connect to a BBS or telecom service like
CompuServe, you can probably use  any  of  the  available terminal modes.
But the default mode, VT52  is a standard  that  will  serve  you  well if
all you wish to do is "get your feet wet" in the wonderful world of
telecomputing.
        Despite  it's  rather  glaring  negatives, TerminALL is a
well-written program  that  works with few, if any problems.  It is easy to
learn and use.  The  WAP  /// SIG again thanks FOXWARE Products for placing
TerminALL into the public domain for all to use.  

AUGUST, 1989 NOTE:

        Since this was written, the /// SIG has placed a number of other 
telecom programs and information into the PD library.  Check out disks
APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-04 or APPLE-3-WAP-TEL-05.  Please also note there are a number of information files
on both sides of this disk.  Information on other telecom programs, vendors,
etc.  all are ASCII (Text) files and can be read from Menu.Maker or using the
program PRINT.ALL on this disk. You can also load these files into any Apple
/// (or //) word processing program.

ADDITIONAL NOTE

The  PASCAL  source code to this program is available from your SIG
leadership if  you  are  a  programmer  wishing  to  take a look at how
TerminALL was put together  and/or adapt it to your own needs.  Any
contributions to the SIG PD library welcome!

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