At 19.12 07-07-2000 -0400, theo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>Currently, I can save memory when escaping to dos from CUTE by using the
>well known program by David Augistine - shroom.com. Then you end up taking
>only about 7K of memory up instead of hundreds of Ks.
>
>However, Augistine probably still wants his $25. for a program that is 7
>years old or so. Anyone know of another program that swaps a program to
>disk or XMS when you shell out to dos from the program?
Maybe I can be of help to you. I have a registred version of a
wordprocessor and texteditor "Breeze", and when I paid for it, I also got a
bonusdisk with usefull programs. From this disk I have SWAP -- old but
usefull. If you want a copy (.ZIP file 4945 bytes), please let me know.
Here is a short extract from the doc:
SWAP Version 1.2
(c) Copyright 1988-1989 Nico Mak and Mansfield Software Group
All rights reserved
March 5, 1989
SWAP provides an application independent method for one MS-DOS
application to run another, even if both would normally not fit in
memory at the same time. A typical use is to temporarily swap out a
text editor so that you can run memory hungry compilers, linkers, or
even debuggers without losing your place in an editing session.
SWAP works by copying conventional memory used by the currently running
application to expanded memory, extended memory, or to a disk file,
thereby freeing conventional memory used by the application. SWAP then
runs the desired program before restoring the original environment.
SWAP is compatible with most MS-DOS programs. However, before relying
on it, you should test SWAP with your own configuration in case of
conflicts with TSRs and other software.
SWAP operation and internals are detailed in an article in the April,
1989 issue of Dr. Dobb's Journal. The article includes source code.
This software is provided with the standard disclaimers: no warranties
or guaranties, either explicit or implied. No promises that the
software will work or be supported. Use at your own risk.
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Yours sincerely,
Torben Joergensen, Oestermarie, Denmark.
Computing power does not derive from the machine, but HOW you use it!
