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==Download==
'''Developer Support News'''
* [https://archive.org/details/os2_94 DSN4EI.ZIP], DSN4EP.ZIP.


==Contents==
==New Internal Zip for IBM Developer Assistance Program==
<PRE>
The IBM Developer Assistance Program has relocated within the IBM Boca Raton, Florida facility. Our new internal zip is 5407. Our complete
 
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1994 Issue 8                                                15 July 1994
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                              | Contents |
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The table of contents contains search codes for going directly to items
that interest you.
 
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New Internal Zip for IBM Developer Assistance Program       zipnew
    Zip is now 5407. Full address, voice and fax phone
    numbers.
 
o  IBM Offers Simplified, Enhanced LAN Server 4.0 Beta          ls40beta
    Beta available in mid-July. Highlights. Enhancements.
    LAN Server Advanced. Participating in the beta - LATE
    NEWS. Question-and-answer support. Upgrade,
    promotional packages offered. LAN Server 3.0 support
    extended.
 
o  PC DOS Upgrade Available Worldwide on the Internet in 14    langdos
  Languages
    For licensed users of PC DOS 6.1. Available through 30
    September 1994. Fourteen languages. FTP address. No
    charge for the upgrade.
 
o  OpenDoc Alpha for OS/2                                      odocalph
    Available on latest Developer Connection CD-ROM.
    Collaborative effort. Software re-use. New paradigm for
    software developers and end users. IBM's System Object
    Model standard. Interoperability across all platforms.
    Interoperability with OLE. CI Labs: Ensuring Industry
    Access.
 
o  A Distributed Object Roadmap for Developers                  dsrdmap
    (Upcoming article in OS/2 Developer magazine, reprinted
    with permission of the publisher, Miller Freeman Inc.)
    ORB: the software bus. The common object services every
    bus must provide. Frameworks: the software boards.
    OpenDoc: connecting today's desktop to the bus. If we
    build it, will they come? References. Biographies.
    Information about the authors' new book, "Client/Server
    Survival Guide with OS/2".
    NOTE: This item is 616 lines long.
 
o  Drive Usage by Public Applications on LAN Server            landrive
    Shortages of drive letters. Dynamic allocation. Benefits.
    The difference is dynamic!
 
o  IBM Delivers More PC Power with OS/2 for Symmetrical        smpos2
  Multiprocessing
    OS/2 for SMP Version 2.11. Optimizing multiprocessor
    capabilities. Industry standard, supported by OEMs.
    Reconfigure or consolidate servers. Ideal technology for
    client/server environments. Measurable performance gains.
    Power and performance available in 3Q94. Prices.
 
o  OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11            smpdtl
  Announcement Details
    Expands previously announced OS/2 2.1 offerings.
    Highlights. Product description. Growth enablement --
    advanced technology enabled. DB/2 scalability
    enhancements. Specified operating environment. Program
    upgrade. Charges.
 
o  IBM Chairman Welcomes Internet Users to IBM Home Page        pagehome
    Hub of all IBM information on Internet. Located on a
    World-Wide Web server, using hypertext. Text of
    chairman's message.
 
o  Accessing the IBM Home Page on the Internet                  pageacc
    Requires either Gopher or Mosaic. Four server addresses.
 
o  Communications Manager/2 V1.11 WR06150 Availability          111cm2
    PTF WR06150 available to licensed CM/2 1.10 users. SNA
    phone connect. Additional hardware support. X25
    enhancements. 3270/5250 emulator enhancements.
    Miscellaneous. Operating system support. National
    language support.
 
o  Personal Systems Support Family Linkage to Fix Strategy      stratfix
  and Delivery
    Relationship of Support Family to IBM's fix strategy and
    delivery processes. Highlights. Defect reporting process.
    Fix availability.
 
o  OS/2 2.0 Support Update                                      sup20
    Support now through 31 December 1994 via Personal Systems
    Support Family Support Line. Three options.
 
o  Deadline Nears for Listings in Next Tools Guide and          prodnom
  Applications Directory
    Deadline 15 August. Applications Directory overview.
    Tools Guide overview. Hardcopy. Softcopy. Product
    Nomination Form.
 
o  IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: DCE Hands-On      wkshpapp
  Application Programming for OS/2, AIX, and Windows
    Five-day workshop. Objectives. Audience. Benefits.
    Prerequisites. Topics. Cost. Schedule. Registration.
    More information.
 
o  IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: OS/2 DCE          wkshpadm
  Installation and Administration
    Five-day workshop. Objectives. Audience. Benefits.
    Topics. Cost. Schedule. Registration. More information.
 
o  OS/2 - LAN Tour Solicits Your Applications                  showroad
    48-city roadshow, one per week. New show format effective
    14 September. Application Solutions Showcase. IBM manages
    the logistics. Participation. Schedule.
 
o  Professional Certification Testing FREE at OS/2 World        certtest
    Exams given at no charge. Testing schedule. Certified
    OS/2 Engineer tests. Certified LAN Server Administrator
    test. Certified LAN Server Engineer tests. More
    information.
 
o  Lee Reiswig Keynote and Evening Celebration at OS/2 World    keyceleb
    Invitation to attend keynote and Big Blue's Night Out.
 
o  IBM Personal Software Products July/August 1994 Show        showsked
  Schedule
    PSP trade show participation during July and August.
 
o  Fall Technical Interchange Coming to Atlanta, Georgia, USA,  fallti
  11 through 14 September
    Short time left for early-bird discount. Staying atop the
    industry. Link with Networking Summit. Products to take
    home. Keynote address by Ellen Hancock. Registration.
    Advance registration form.
 
o  1994 IBM Technical Interchange - Toronto, 1 - 3 November    cdnshow
    Topics covered. Focus on client/server implementation.
    Registration fee. More information.
 
o  Eight English Documents Available for Developing OS/2 DBCS  dbcspubs
  Applications
    Issued as a set. List of the eight books. Price and
    ordering.
 
o  IBM Canada OS/2 Developer Assistance Programs                cdndap
    Worldwide DAP. Canadian OS/2 DAP. The Developer Connection
    for OS/2. Certification Programs. Phone numbers in Canada.
 
o  How to Join the IBM Developer Assistance Program            joinhow
    Worldwide Services. US Commercial Services. US Premier
    Services. Developer Assistance Program contacts worldwide.
 
o  Subscription Information for The Developer Connection for    subdcos2
  OS/2 and the IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2
    Worldwide phone and fax numbers for ordering.
 
o  Latest List of OS/2 2.1x Books                              booklist
    Published and planned books about OS/2 2.1, 2.11, ...
 
o  OS/2 Redbooks Issued Within Last Six Months                  6red
    List of recent OS/2 Redbooks, including order numbers,
    issue dates, number of pages, and prices.
 
o  800 Phone Numbers                                            800nos
 
o  Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, Service Marks            tmarks
 
                            +-------------+
                            | Back Issues |
                            +-------------+
 
The file names, dates, and number of pages for all issues thus far are
as follows.
 
1993
Issue  Date      Zipped      ASCII        .INF        .PS        Pages
-----  ----      ------      -----        ----        ---        -----
  1    17 May 93  dsn93a.zip = dsnews.93a                          52
  2    15 Jun    dsn93b.zip = dsnews.93b                          50
  3    15 Jul    dsn93c.zip = dsnews.93c                          62
  4    23 Jul    dsn93d.zip = dsnews.93d                          48
  5    16 Aug    dsn93e.zip = dsnews.93e                          29
  6    15 Sep    dsn93f.zip = dsnews.93f + dsn93f.inf              47
 
  7    15 Oct    dsn3ga.zip = dsnews.93g                          63
                  dsn3gi.zip =              dsn93g.inf
                  dsn3gp.zip =                          dsn93g.ps
 
  8    15 Nov    dsn3ha.zip = dsnews.93h                          34
                  dsn3hp.zip =                          dsn93h.ps
 
  9    15 Dec 93  dsn3ia.zip = dsnews.93i                          46
                  dsn3ii.zip =              dsn93i.inf
                  dsn3ip.zip =                          dsn93i.ps
 
1994
Issue  Date      Zipped      ASCII        .INF        .PS        Pages
-----  ----      ------      -----        ----        ---        -----
  1    17 Jan 94  dsn4aa.zip = dsn4a.asc                            81
                  dsn4ai.zip =              dsn4a.inf
                  dsn4ap.zip =                          dsn4a.ps
 
  2    15 Feb    dsn4ba.zip = dsn4b.asc                            71
  3    15 Feb    dsn4ca.zip = dsn4c.asc                            70
    (two issues  dsn4bi.zip =          (  dsn4b.inf
      on 15 Feb)                        (+ dsn4c.inf
                  dsn4bp.zip =                      (  dsn4b.ps
                                                    (+ dsn4c.ps
 
  4    15 Mar    dsn4da.zip = dsn4d.asc                            58
                  dsn4di.zip =              dsn4d.inf
                  dsn4dp.zip =                          dsn4d.ps
 
  5    15 Apr    dsn4ea.zip = dsn4e.asc                          101
                  dsn4ei.zip =              dsn4e.inf
                  dsn4ep.zip =                          dsn4e.ps
 
  6    13 May    dsn4fa.zip = dsn4f.asc                          122
                  dsn4fi.zip =              dsn4f.inf
                  dsn4fp.zip =                          dsn4f.ps
 
  7    15 June    dsn4ga.zip = dsn4g.asc                          106
                  dsn4gi.zip =              dsn4g.inf
                  dsn4gp.zip =                          dsn4g.ps
 
  8    15 July    dsn4ha.zip = dsn4h.asc                            60
 
Explanation of names of zipped files for 1993 Issue 7 and later:
 
  DSNymA = Developer Support News 199y issue m ASCII (plain-text)
  DSNymI = Developer Support News 199y issue m .INF  (use OS/2 VIEW)
  DSNymP = Developer Support News 199y issue m .PS  (PostScript)
 
where y = last digit of year (3, 4, ...)
      m = issue represented as alpha (1=A, ..., 7=G, 8=H, ...)
 
For example, DSN3GI is 1993 issue 7 (=G), the 15 October issue, in .INF
format (after being unzipped).
 
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                      | Where to Find DSNEWS |
                      +----------------------+
 
Outside IBM
-----------
 
DSNEWS zipped files are found on several e-mail and BBS systems:
 
o America Online, in the OS/2 forum, in the Newsletters library
o CompuServe, in OS2DF2 forum, *DAP library section 14
    and in OS2DF1 forum, OPEN FORUM library section 15
o Fidonet, in the OS2 Information file area, FWOS2INFO
o GEnie, in OS/2 Software Library 16
o Hitline mailbox (Switzerland), in file area 8
o IBM Canada BBS, in file area 35, OS/2 Programming
o IBM Europe/Middle East/Africa (E/ME/A) DAP BBS, in file area
    GENERAL.DOCS
o IBM France OS/2 Developer Assistance Program BBS, in area PUBS01
o IBM OS2BBS (TALKLink), in OS/2 Software Library, in Documents and Info
o IBM Personal Computer Company BBS, in file area 11, OS/2 Programming
o Internet, via anonymous ftp from software.watson.ibm.com, in
    directory /pub/os2/info; or via Gopher from index.almaden.ibm.com,
    in the OS/2 Information menu
o NIFTY-Serve (Japan), in FIBMFEEL forum, library section 4
o OS2NET (Europe), on all OS2NET bulletin boards in Europe, usually in
    the DSNEWS download area
o PRODIGY, in the OS/2 Club topic's download library, in IBM Files
 
Note: If you cannot find files named dsn... (in lower case), look for
files named DSN... (in upper case).
 
Within IBM
----------
 
All 1994 issues, in ASCII and INFBIN formats, are in DSN4 PACKAGE in the
OS2TOOLS tools catalog *only*. To obtain DSN4 PACKAGE, type
 
  TOOLCAT OS2TOOLS GET DSN4 PACKAGE
or
  TOOLS SENDTO KGNVMCB PCTOOLS OS2TOOLS GET DSN4 PACKAGE
 
You can also request DSN4 PACKAGE by typing
  REQUEST DSN4 FROM V1ENG AT BCRVM1
 
To subscribe to DSN4 PACKAGE, type
  TOOLS SENDTO KGNVMCB PCTOOLS OS2TOOLS SUB DSN4 PACKAGE
 
All 1993 issues, in ASCII and INFBIN formats, are in DSNEWS PACKAGE in
the MKTTOOLS, OS2TOOLS, and PCWIN tools catalogs. To obtain
DSNEWS PACKAGE, type
  TOOLCAT catalogname GET DSNEWS PACKAGE
or
  TOOLS SENDTO catalogdisk GET DSNEWS PACKAGE
where
  catalogname MKTTOOLS is on catalogdisk USDIST MKTTOOLS MKTTOOLS
  catalogname OS2TOOLS is on catalogdisk KGNVMCB PCTOOLS OS2TOOLS
  catalogname PCWIN is on catalogdisk BCRVMMS1 PCWIN PCWIN
Examples: TOOLCAT MKTTOOLS GET DSNEWS PACKAGE
          TOOLS SENDTO USDIST MKTTOOLS MKTTOOLS GET DSNEWS PACKAGE
 
You can also request DSNEWS PACKAGE by typing
  REQUEST DSNEWS FROM V1ENG AT BCRVM1
 
DSNEWS PACKAGE is no longer being updated every month. 1994 updates are
made to DSN4 PACKAGE.
 
Note: Use a monospace font to print the ASCII version.
 
                +------------------------------------+
                | Formats of DSNEWS Other Than ASCII |
                +------------------------------------+
 
Outside IBM, .INF and PostScript formats are available for some (not
all) issues of DSNEWS. Consult the back issues chart above for details.
 
Within IBM, other formats of DSNEWS are available. The DSNEWSB PACKAGE
in the OS2TOOLS catalog contains all issues of DSNEWS in BookMaster,
LIST3820, OS/2 .INF, and PostScript formats.
 
PSP Developer Support produces only the ASCII version of DSNEWS. Other
formats are produced by IBM volunteers. Consequently, future issues of
DSNEWS will be provided in formats other than ASCII as time permits.
 
                  +-----------------------------------+
                  | Notice to Readers Outside the USA |
                  +-----------------------------------+
 
It is possible that the material in this newsletter may contain
references to, or information about, IBM products (machines and
programs), programming, or services that are not announced in your
country. Such references or information must not be construed to mean
that IBM intends to announce such products, programming, or services in
your country.
 
                      +------------------------+
                      | Send Us Your Feedback! |
                      +------------------------+
 
Your comments about this newsletter are important to us. Please send
your feedback to the editor of IBM PSP Developer Support News, Mike
Engelberg, at:
 
o  Internet: dsnews@vnet.ibm.com
o  IBMMAIL:  USIB33NP
o  Fax:      1-407-443-5214
o  Mail:    Newsletter, Internal Zip 5407, IBM Corporation,
            1000 N.W. 51st Street, Boca Raton FL 33431, USA
 
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      +-------------------------------------------------------+
      | New Internal Zip for IBM Developer Assistance Program |  zipnew
      +-------------------------------------------------------+
 
The IBM Developer Assistance Program has relocated within the IBM Boca
Raton, Florida facility. Our new internal zip is 5407. Our complete
mailing address is now:
mailing address is now:
Developer Assistance Program
Internal zip 5407
IBM Corporation
1000 n.w. 51st St.
Boca Raton FL 33431 USA
Our phone numbers have not changed. They are still 1-407-982-6408 (voice) and 1-407-998-7610 (fax).


    Developer Assistance Program
==IBM Offers Simplified, Enhanced LAN Server 4.0 Beta==
    Internal zip 5407
    IBM Corporation
    1000 n.w. 51st St.
    Boca Raton FL 33431 USA
 
Our phone numbers have not changed. They are still 1-407-982-6408
(voice) and 1-407-998-7610 (fax).
 
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      +-----------------------------------------------------+
      | IBM Offers Simplified, Enhanced LAN Server 4.0 Beta |  ls40beta
      +-----------------------------------------------------+
 
IBM announces the release of a beta testing program for LAN Server 4.0,
IBM announces the release of a beta testing program for LAN Server 4.0,
the next version of its powerful multiplatform network operating system.
the next version of its powerful multiplatform network operating system.
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will be available to customers, resellers, and developers in mid-July.
will be available to customers, resellers, and developers in mid-July.


Highlights
'''Highlights'''
----------


The new products address key customer needs with simplified installation
The new products address key customer needs with simplified installation
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interface (GUI).
interface (GUI).


Enhancements
'''Enhancements'''
------------


Several usability enhancements make LAN Server 4.0 even more attractive
Several usability enhancements make LAN Server 4.0 even more attractive
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LAN Server Advanced.
LAN Server Advanced.


LAN Server Advanced
'''LAN Server Advanced'''
-------------------


In addition to the features mentioned above, LAN Server Advanced also
In addition to the features mentioned above, LAN Server Advanced also
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compatible.
compatible.


Participating in the Beta
'''Participating in the Beta'''
-------------------------


LATE NEWS:
LATE NEWS:
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final LAN Server 4.0 product.
final LAN Server 4.0 product.


Question-and-Answer Support
'''Question-and-Answer Support'''
---------------------------
 
o On CompuServe


  Use the LAN Server 4.0 section of the IBM OS/2 PSPBETA Forum.
* On CompuServe
 
: Use the LAN Server 4.0 section of the IBM OS/2 PSPBETA Forum.
o On the IBM OS/2 BBS:
* On the IBM OS/2 BBS:
 
: Access the OS/2 Question-and-Answer Bulletin Board, page down, and select the LS40BETA topic.
  Access the OS/2 Question-and-Answer Bulletin Board, page down, and
  select the LS40BETA topic.


To demonstrate its continuing commitment to LAN Server 3.0 and to
To demonstrate its continuing commitment to LAN Server 3.0 and to
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Server for Macintosh service period until 31 December 1995.
Server for Macintosh service period until 31 December 1995.


Upgrade, Promotional Packages Offered
'''Upgrade, Promotional Packages Offered'''
-------------------------------------


IBM also announces LAN Server 3.0 purchase incentives, both for new and
IBM also announces LAN Server 3.0 purchase incentives, both for new and
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proof of license for IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0. An acceptable proofs is
proof of license for IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0. An acceptable proofs is
one of the following:
one of the following:
 
* Your receipt or invoice for IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0, dated on or after 28 June 1994
o Your receipt or invoice for IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0, dated on or after
* A letter on your company's letterhead stating that you are replacing your OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 with the future OS/2 LAN Server product, and that you acquired OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 on or after 28 June 1994.
  28 June 1994
 
o A letter on your company's letterhead stating that you are replacing
  your OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 with the future OS/2 LAN Server product, and
  that you acquired OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 on or after 28 June 1994.


When ordering via an IBM 800 number, these proofs may be faxed to the
When ordering via an IBM 800 number, these proofs may be faxed to the
number provided by the 800 number representative.
number provided by the 800 number representative.


The upgrade offering and client/server bundles are available by calling
The upgrade offering and client/server bundles are available by calling IBM Fulfillment Headquarters at 1-800-3IBMOS2, or IBM Direct at
IBM Fulfillment Headquarters at 1-800-3IBMOS2, or IBM Direct at
1-800-426-2255, within the USA.
1-800-426-2255, within the USA.


LAN Server 3.0 Support Extended
'''LAN Server 3.0 Support Extended'''
-------------------------------


To demonstrate its continuing commitment to LAN Server 3.0 and to
To demonstrate its continuing commitment to LAN Server 3.0 and to
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Server for Macintosh service period through 31 December 1995.
Server for Macintosh service period through 31 December 1995.


========================================================================
==PC DOS Upgrade Available Worldwide on the Internet in 14 Languages==
 
                +------------------------------------+
                | PC DOS Upgrade Available Worldwide |          langdos
                |  on the Internet in 14 Languages   |
                +------------------------------------+
 
The IBM PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade special offering is now available
The IBM PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade special offering is now available
worldwide via anonymous FTP on the Internet.
worldwide via anonymous FTP on the Internet.
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The following PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade national-language versions are
The following PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade national-language versions are
available for downloading:
available for downloading:
   Brazilian Portuguese      Norwegian
   Brazilian Portuguese      Norwegian
   Danish                    Portuguese
   Danish                    Portuguese
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   German                    U.K. English
   German                    U.K. English
   Italian                    U.S. English
   Italian                    U.S. English
The anonymous FTP Internet address for the PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade is
The anonymous FTP Internet address for the PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade is
PCDOS.BocaRaton.IBM.COM (198.97.66.7).
PCDOS.BocaRaton.IBM.COM (198.97.66.7).
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IBM PC DOS 6.1 must be already be installed for this upgrade to work.
IBM PC DOS 6.1 must be already be installed for this upgrade to work.


========================================================================
==OpenDoc Alpha for OS/2==
 
IBM has made its OpenDoc for OS/2 alpha software available to developers as part of the IBM Personal Software Products Developer Connection
                    +------------------------+
CD-ROM. Developers can use the alpha code to familiarize themselves with the OpenDoc application programming interface and function while
                    | OpenDoc Alpha for OS/2 |                  odocalph
learning to program sample OpenDoc component parts in OS/2. IBM demonstrated OpenDoc on OS/2 publicly for the first time at PC Expo in New York City in late June.
                    +------------------------+


IBM has made its OpenDoc for OS/2 alpha software available to developers
'''Collaborative Effort'''
as part of the IBM Personal Software Products Developer Connection
CD-ROM. Developers can use the alpha code to familiarize themselves
with the OpenDoc application programming interface and function while
learning to program sample OpenDoc component parts in OS/2. IBM
demonstrated OpenDoc on OS/2 publicly for the first time at PC Expo in
New York City in late June.


Collaborative Effort
OpenDoc technology is currently a collaborative effort by Apple Computer, IBM, and WordPerfect, who have pooled their technologies for
--------------------
developing and integrating component software through the OpenDoc architecture. IBM System Object Model technology is one of four core
technologies that underpin OpenDoc, a component-based compound document architecture that enables programmers to re-use software components and gives users the ability to create customized features such as drag-and-drop and shredders.


OpenDoc technology is currently a collaborative effort by Apple
'''Software Re-Use'''
Computer, IBM, and WordPerfect, who have pooled their technologies for
developing and integrating component software through the OpenDoc
architecture. IBM System Object Model technology is one of four core
technologies that underpin OpenDoc, a component-based compound document
architecture that enables programmers to re-use software components and
gives users the ability to create customized features such as
drag-and-drop and shredders.


Software Re-Use
"OpenDoc enables the true re-use of software components so that our developers can write less code and can create more functionally rich
---------------
applications in less time," said Cliff Reeves, director of object-enabling technology for IBM Personal Software Products division. With OpenDoc, applications will be delivered more economically and will be flexible and extensible. Developers will be able to adapt them more
 
"OpenDoc enables the true re-use of software components so that our
developers can write less code and can create more functionally rich
applications in less time," said Cliff Reeves, director of
object-enabling technology for IBM Personal Software Products division.
With OpenDoc, applications will be delivered more economically and will
be flexible and extensible. Developers will be able to adapt them more
quickly to new technologies and to users' needs."
quickly to new technologies and to users' needs."


New Paradigm for Developers and End Users
'''New Paradigm for Developers and End Users'''
-----------------------------------------


OpenDoc's component software architecture will enable software
OpenDoc's component software architecture will enable software developers to focus on their areas of expertise, because they no longer will have to recreate all the features of an application themselves. With OpenDoc, developers can begin converting code for existing modules of code into components, which they can re-use to deliver more integrated products with shorter programming cycles and quicker time to market, reducing development costs.
developers to focus on their areas of expertise, because they no longer
will have to recreate all the features of an application themselves.
With OpenDoc, developers can begin converting code for existing modules
of code into components, which they can re-use to deliver more
integrated products with shorter programming cycles and quicker time to
market, reducing development costs.


For users, OpenDoc delivers a new paradigm for creating documents by
For users, OpenDoc delivers a new paradigm for creating documents by enabling multiple applications to work on the same document. With OpenDoc, users can integrate live data from varying applications such as spreadsheets, graphics, multimedia applications into a single document intuitively and interactively. Users can view and edit text, graphics, and multimedia content within documents without having to invoke separate applications.
enabling multiple applications to work on the same document. With
OpenDoc, users can integrate live data from varying applications such as
spreadsheets, graphics, multimedia applications into a single document
intuitively and interactively. Users can view and edit text, graphics,
and multimedia content within documents without having to invoke
separate applications.


IBM's System Object Model Standard
'''IBM's System Object Model Standard'''
----------------------------------


OpenDoc includes technology from IBM, Apple, and WordPerfect. IBM
OpenDoc includes technology from IBM, Apple, and WordPerfect. IBM contributed the System Object Model (SOM). SOM has been available as part of the OS/2 Workplace Shell for more than two years, and is a well-established technology.
contributed the System Object Model (SOM). SOM has been available as
part of the OS/2 Workplace Shell for more than two years, and is a
well-established technology.


"The software industry is driving toward open standards and
"The software industry is driving toward open standards and component-based software such as OpenDoc," said Reeves. "To jump-start that process, IBM has made the source code for SOM technology widely available to the industry in order to create a standard way to package and access objects, thereby establishing a path for interoperability across platforms."
component-based software such as OpenDoc," said Reeves. "To jump-start
that process, IBM has made the source code for SOM technology widely
available to the industry in order to create a standard way to package
and access objects, thereby establishing a path for interoperability
across platforms."


Because SOM technology is language-neutral, software developers can
Because SOM technology is language-neutral, software developers can create OpenDoc application components using multiple languages, ranging from object-oriented languages such as C++ and Smalltalk to traditional procedural languages such as C and COBOL. This development process is
create OpenDoc application components using multiple languages, ranging
not possible with proprietary object paradigms, such as Microsoft's Object Linking and Embedding (OLE).
from object-oriented languages such as C++ and Smalltalk to traditional
procedural languages such as C and COBOL. This development process is
not possible with proprietary object paradigms, such as Microsoft's
Object Linking and Embedding (OLE).


Currently, nine tool vendors have licensed SOM technology for
Currently, nine tool vendors have licensed SOM technology for incorporation in their products. They include MetaWare, ParcPlace Systems, Easel Corp., Intelligent Environments, and Symantec, among others. IBM anticipates that another 20 vendors will license the technology by the end of 1994.
incorporation in their products. They include MetaWare, ParcPlace
Systems, Easel Corp., Intelligent Environments, and Symantec, among
others. IBM anticipates that another 20 vendors will license the
technology by the end of 1994.


Interoperability Across All Platforms
'''Interoperability Across All Platforms'''
-------------------------------------


OpenDoc will span all popular desktop and server platforms, and will
OpenDoc will span all popular desktop and server platforms, and will integrate individual desktops with enterprise information systems. SOM
integrate individual desktops with enterprise information systems. SOM
complies with the Object Management Group's Common Object Request Broker Architecture specification, CORBA, which makes objects work across
complies with the Object Management Group's Common Object Request Broker
platforms.  SOM and Distributed System Object Model will be available soon in non-OS/2 OpenDoc platforms, extending OpenDoc component brokering to heterogeneous networks.
Architecture specification, CORBA, which makes objects work across
platforms.  SOM and Distributed System Object Model will be available
soon in non-OS/2 OpenDoc platforms, extending OpenDoc component
brokering to heterogeneous networks.


Interoperability with OLE
'''Interoperability with OLE'''
-------------------------


OpenDoc's Open Linking and Embedding of Objects provides a set of class
OpenDoc's Open Linking and Embedding of Objects provides a set of class libraries that will enable seamless interoperability with OLE. The
libraries that will enable seamless interoperability with OLE. The
OpenDoc strategy is to allow objects developed today for OLE 2.0 to run in the OpenDoc world, and OpenDoc components to embed in OLE applications. Open Linking and Embedding of Objects will enable bi-directional interoperability between OpenDoc and Microsoft OLE 2.0 for users and developers. Engineers from major ISVs are continuously working on the OpenDoc API to assure that it meets the latest Microsoft
OpenDoc strategy is to allow objects developed today for OLE 2.0 to run
in the OpenDoc world, and OpenDoc components to embed in OLE
applications. Open Linking and Embedding of Objects will enable
bi-directional interoperability between OpenDoc and Microsoft OLE 2.0
for users and developers. Engineers from major ISVs are continuously
working on the OpenDoc API to assure that it meets the latest Microsoft
OLE 2.0 support requirements.
OLE 2.0 support requirements.


CI Labs: Ensuring Industry Access
'''CI Labs: Ensuring Industry Access'''
---------------------------------


CI Labs, San Francisco, Calif., will provide the technological
CI Labs, San Francisco, Calif., will provide the technological specifications and foundation technology for this architecture, and will license and promote the technologies contributed by sponsor companies and distribute them as reference source code. In addition to the current
specifications and foundation technology for this architecture, and will
sponsor companies - Apple, IBM, and WordPerfect - support for OpenDoc will be provided by Novell, the SunSoft division of Sun Microsystems, Taligent, and the XSoft division of Xerox Corp.
license and promote the technologies contributed by sponsor companies
and distribute them as reference source code. In addition to the current
sponsor companies -- Apple, IBM, and WordPerfect -- support for OpenDoc
will be provided by Novell, the SunSoft division of Sun Microsystems,
Taligent, and the XSoft division of Xerox Corp.


In addition to IBM's OpenDoc for OS/2, alpha releases of WordPerfect's
In addition to IBM's OpenDoc for OS/2, alpha releases of WordPerfect's OpenDoc for Windows and Apple's OpenDoc for Macintosh also are available. Beta testing on all platforms will be conducted during the summer and fall.
OpenDoc for Windows and Apple's OpenDoc for Macintosh also are
available. Beta testing on all platforms will be conducted during the
summer and fall.


========================================================================
==A Distributed Object Roadmap For Developers==
(This article will appear in magazine form in the September/October issue of OS/2 Developer and is reprinted in DSNEWS with permission from the publisher, Miller Freeman, Inc.)


          +----------------------------------------------+
''by Cliff Reeves, Bob Orfali, and Dan Harkey''
          |  A Distributed Object Roadmap For Developers |      dsrdmap
          +----------------------------------------------+


(This article will appear in magazine form in the September/October
The new generation of multitasking desktop OSs - such as OS/2 - has the potential to radically change the nature of distributed computing. Instead of the classic client/server model, we can envisage the day when hundreds of millions of machines will be both clients and servers. To take advantage of these new forms of distributed computing, information systems will be created by assembling live blobs of intelligence and data in infinite numbers of Lego-like arrangements. Today's monolithic applications will be broken down into self-managing components that can play together and roam across networks and operating systems. Distributed objects are our best hope for realizing this potential - they represent the ultimate form of client/server distribution.
issue of OS/2 Developer and is reprinted in DSNEWS with permission from
the publisher, Miller Freeman, Inc.)


            by Cliff Reeves, Bob Orfali, and Dan Harkey
Objects are self-managing intelligent entities that are infinitely malleable. They allow us to distribute intelligence at a very fine-grained level, and at the same time they can be used to encapsulate existing applications. However, for objects to realize their distributed potential - both on the desktop and across client/server networks - they require an infrastructure. We will use a hardware analogy - the IBM PC - to explain the pieces of this infrastructure, and how they come together. We explain where CORBA, SOMobjects, OpenDoc, and Taligent fit. The PC created a very successful industry. We believe that the distributed object infrastructure offers a similar opportunity for software developers.


The new generation of multitasking desktop OSs -- such as OS/2 -- has
===ORB: The Software Bus===
the potential to radically change the nature of distributed computing.
The single most important component in the original PC was the hardware bus - it was open, and allowed any vendor's adapter to plug in. The object equivalent of an open bus is the Object Request Broker (ORB). Fortunately, this time around, our industry anticipated the need for a software bus and the Object Management Group (OMG) - a consortium of 400 vendors - was founded in 1989 to create distributed object standards before any major products were introduced. The result was the Common Object Request Broker Architecture or CORBA (see Reference 1).
Instead of the classic client/server model, we can envisage the day when
hundreds of millions of machines will be both clients and servers. To
take advantage of these new forms of distributed computing, information
systems will be created by assembling live blobs of intelligence and
data in infinite numbers of Lego-like arrangements. Today's monolithic
applications will be broken down into self-managing components that can
play together and roam across networks and operating systems.
Distributed objects are our best hope for realizing this potential
-- they represent the ultimate form of client/server distribution.


Objects are self-managing intelligent entities that are infinitely
CORBA defines how server objects expose their service interfaces to the bus, and how clients can call these server objects using static or dynamic API method invocations (see Figure 1). Currently, the CORBA 1.1 software bus supports cross-language and cross-platform object
malleable. They allow us to distribute intelligence at a very
interactions. Commercial examples of CORBA-compliant ORBs include IBM's DSOM, HP's DOMF, and SunSoft's DOE. CORBA 2.0, due late 1994, provides a standard for intergalactic object communications across multivendor ORBs.
fine-grained level, and at the same time they can be used to encapsulate
existing applications. However, for objects to realize their distributed
potential -- both on the desktop and across client/server networks --
they require an infrastructure. We will use a hardware analogy -- the
IBM PC -- to explain the pieces of this infrastructure, and how they
come together. We explain where CORBA, SOMobjects, OpenDoc, and
Taligent fit. The PC created a very successful industry. We believe
that the distributed object infrastructure offers a similar opportunity
for software developers.
 
ORB: The Software Bus
---------------------
 
The single most important component in the original PC was the hardware
bus -- it was open, and allowed any vendor's adapter to plug in. The
object equivalent of an open bus is the Object Request Broker (ORB).
Fortunately, this time around, our industry anticipated the need for a
software bus and the Object Management Group (OMG) -- a consortium of
400 vendors -- was founded in 1989 to create distributed object
standards before any major products were introduced. The result was the
Common Object Request Broker Architecture or CORBA (see Reference 1).
 
CORBA defines how server objects expose their service interfaces to the
bus, and how clients can call these server objects using static or
dynamic API method invocations (see Figure 1). Currently, the CORBA 1.1
software bus supports cross-language and cross-platform object
interactions. Commercial examples of CORBA-compliant ORBs include IBM's
DSOM, HP's DOMF, and SunSoft's DOE. CORBA 2.0, due late 1994, provides a
standard for intergalactic object communications across multivendor
ORBs.


                   Client                  Server
                   Client                  Server
Line 780: Line 261:
  \                +------------------------+    Request Broker    /
  \                +------------------------+    Request Broker    /
   \--------------------------------------------------------------/
   \--------------------------------------------------------------/
''Figure 1. Client/Server Object Interactions on a CORBA ORB''


Figure 1. Client/Server Object Interactions on a CORBA ORB
'''The Common Object Services Every Bus Must Provide'''
 
 
The Common Object Services Every Bus Must Provide
-------------------------------------------------


One of the painful lessons learned from the PC was that the bus quickly
One of the painful lessons learned from the PC was that the bus quickly became the single worst bottleneck in the system - it was not designed
became the single worst bottleneck in the system -- it was not designed
for high-bandwidth and expansion. Luckily, the object industry did not fall into this trap. OMG divided the bus design activity into the ORB and the Common Object Services that every ORB must provide (see Figure 2). These add-on services are object classes that are defined using the CORBA Interface Definition Language (IDL).
for high-bandwidth and expansion. Luckily, the object industry did not
fall into this trap. OMG divided the bus design activity into the ORB
and the Common Object Services that every ORB must provide (see Figure
2). These add-on services are object classes that are defined using the
CORBA Interface Definition Language (IDL).


End User   +-------------------+ +-------------------+  Late 1994:
End User   +-------------------+ +-------------------+  Late 1994:
Appli-     |    Application  | |      Common      |  - Compound
Appli-     |    Application  | |      Common      |  - Compound
cations     |      Objects    | |    Facilities    |    Documents
cations   |      Objects    | |    Facilities    |    Documents
             |                  | |                  |  - E-mail
             |                  | |                  |  - E-mail
             |(Objects) (Objects)| |(Objects) (Objects)|  - Database
             |(Objects) (Objects)| |(Objects) (Objects)|  - Database
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           \-------------------------------------------/
           \-------------------------------------------/
                 |        |          |        |
                 |        |          |        |
Early 1994: +---|---------|-----------|---------|-----+  Future:
Early 1994:+---|---------|-----------|---------|-----+  Future:
- Naming   |(Objects) (Objects)  (Objects) (Objects)|  - Transactions
- Naming   |(Objects) (Objects)  (Objects) (Objects)|  - Transactions
- Lifecycle |                                        |  - Security
- Lifecycle|                                        |  - Security
- Persist- |                                        |  - Concurrency
- Persist- |                                        |  - Concurrency
     ence    |            Object Services              |  - Relationships
     ence    |            Object Services              |  - Relationships
- Events   +-----------------------------------------+  - Data
- Events   +-----------------------------------------+  - Data
                                                           Interchange
                                                           Interchange
''Figure 2. Components of the OMG Software Bus for Objects''


Figure 2. Components of the OMG Software Bus for Objects
So, instead of one giant monolithic bus, OMG created a bus with modular add-on object services, each defined by leading industry experts in a software middleware area. Each add-on provides an essential object service for the bus. This is the ultimate in modular bus design. The OMG has currently defined standards for four Common Object Services:
 
*The Object Lifecycle Service defines operations for creating, copying, moving, and deleting objects on the bus. These operations can also handle associations between groups of related objects. For example, if you move a document, the service is smart enough to also move its embedded object parts - this will help us deploy nomadic objects that roam on the bus. The service also defines interfaces to factories that can create new objects on different machines.
So, instead of one giant monolithic bus, OMG created a bus with modular
*The Object Persistence Service allows objects to persist beyond the application that creates the object or the clients that use it. The service is designed for maximum flexibility. It can accommodate a variety of storage services, including ODBMSs, RDBMSs, document filing systems (like Bento), and others. The idea was to create an open implementation that meets the different storage requirements of objects - it encompasses the needs of large-grained objects (such as documents) as well as fine-grained objects (such as SQL table rows).
add-on object services, each defined by leading industry experts in a
* The Object Naming Service allows objects on the bus to locate other objects. This service can use existing network directories such as ISO X.500, OSF's DCE, or SUN's NIS. The service supports naming hierarchies that allow clients to navigate through different naming context trees in search of the object they're looking for.
software middleware area. Each add-on provides an essential object
* The Object Event Service allows objects on the bus to dynamically register or unregister their interest in specific events. An event is an occurrence within an object specified to be of interest to one or more objects. A notification is a message sent to the specific parties, informing them that a specific event occurred. Normally, the object generating the event does not have to know who the interested parties are. This is all handled by the Event Service, which creates a loosely-coupled communication channel between objects on the ORB that don't know much about each other.
service for the bus. This is the ultimate in modular bus design. The
OMG has currently defined standards for four Common Object Services:
 
o The Object Lifecycle Service defines operations for creating, copying,
  moving, and deleting objects on the bus. These operations can also
  handle associations between groups of related objects. For example, if
  you move a document, the service is smart enough to also move its
  embedded object parts -- this will help us deploy nomadic objects that
  roam on the bus. The service also defines interfaces to factories that
  can create new objects on different machines.


o The Object Persistence Service allows objects to persist beyond the
OMG is working on additional ORB-based object services - including transactions, security, concurrency control, licensing, trading, query, change management, and others. When they are ready, these services can incrementally be added to CORBA-compliant ORBs. A wide coalition of vendors are using this common object infrastructure to build the next generation of distributed services. CORBA-compliant ORBs - like DSOM - will be able to provide an incremental set of core services for distributed objects. For DSOM, IBM will provide these services first in toolkit form - for example, SOMobjects - and then incorporate them into OS/2 (and other OSs). This will ensure that the object bus is ubiquitous.
  application that creates the object or the clients that use it. The
  service is designed for maximum flexibility. It can accommodate a
  variety of storage services, including ODBMSs, RDBMSs, document filing
  systems (like Bento), and others. The idea was to create an open
  implementation that meets the different storage requirements of
  objects -- it encompasses the needs of large-grained objects (such as
  documents) as well as fine-grained objects (such as SQL table rows).


o The Object Naming Service allows objects on the bus to locate other
To go back to the PC analogy, we now have a well engineered software bus, and the chassis to house it. In contrast to the PC hardware bus, our software bus is being built from the ground up to support intergalactic communications (for example, DSOM and DOMF will both run on top of the OSF's DCE). And in contrast to the PC bus, the software bus is an open industry standard - it is not controlled by a single vendor. But where are the equivalent of the adapter boards that do all the real work on the software bus? This is where object frameworks come into the picture.
  objects. This service can use existing network directories such as
  ISO X.500, OSF's DCE, or SUN's NIS. The service supports naming
  hierarchies that allow clients to navigate through different naming
  context trees in search of the object they're looking for.


o The Object Event Service allows objects on the bus to dynamically
'''Frameworks: The Software Boards'''
  register or unregister their interest in specific events. An event is
  an occurrence within an object specified to be of interest to one or
  more objects. A notification is a message sent to the specific
  parties, informing them that a specific event occurred. Normally, the
  object generating the event does not have to know who the interested
  parties are. This is all handled by the Event Service, which creates a
  loosely-coupled communication channel between objects on the ORB that
  don't know much about each other.
 
OMG is working on additional ORB-based object services -- including
transactions, security, concurrency control, licensing, trading, query,
change management, and others. When they are ready, these services can
incrementally be added to CORBA-compliant ORBs. A wide coalition of
vendors are using this common object infrastructure to build the next
generation of distributed services. CORBA-compliant ORBs -- like DSOM --
will be able to provide an incremental set of core services for
distributed objects. For DSOM, IBM will provide these services first in
toolkit form -- for example, SOMobjects -- and then incorporate them
into OS/2 (and other OSs). This will ensure that the object bus is
ubiquitous.
 
To go back to the PC analogy, we now have a well engineered software
bus, and the chassis to house it. In contrast to the PC hardware bus,
our software bus is being built from the ground up to support
intergalactic communications (for example, DSOM and DOMF will both run
on top of the OSF's DCE). And in contrast to the PC bus, the software
bus is an open industry standard -- it is not controlled by a single
vendor. But where are the equivalent of the adapter boards that do all
the real work on the software bus? This is where object frameworks come
into the picture.
 
Frameworks: The Software Boards
-------------------------------
 
Hardware vendors understood that an open bus was an open invitation to
create adapter boards to provide specialized functions -- including LAN
communications, storage, multimedia, fax, and countless others. Whole
new industries were created by wiring together individual hardware
modules into adapters that plugged into the bus. Frameworks are the
software equivalent of hardware boards (see Figure 3). Frameworks are a
set of software objects that collaborate to provide a special function.
Think of them as prewired software classes that do something useful on
the bus. They are factory-debugged software subsystems or software
boards.


Hardware vendors understood that an open bus was an open invitation to create adapter boards to provide specialized functions - including LAN communications, storage, multimedia, fax, and countless others. Whole new industries were created by wiring together individual hardware modules into adapters that plugged into the bus. Frameworks are the software equivalent of hardware boards (see Figure 3). Frameworks are a set of software objects that collaborate to provide a special function.
Think of them as prewired software classes that do something useful on the bus. They are factory-debugged software subsystems or software boards.
                                                   ______.
                                                   ______.
                                                   \    |
                                                   \    |
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                               |    \
                               |    \
                               .------\
                               .------\
''Figure 3. Frameworks: Prewired Object Software Boards''


Figure 3. Frameworks: Prewired Object Software Boards
Unlike hardware boards, you can customize a software framework to suit your application needs. You customize a framework by telling it which
 
key events you want to personalize, and provide the code that handles those events. The framework then calls your code when that event occurs; your code doesn't call the framework (see Figure 4). Your programs don't have to worry about structure, flow of execution, and
Unlike hardware boards, you can customize a software framework to suit
your application needs. You customize a framework by telling it which
key events you want to personalize, and provide the code that handles
those events. The framework then calls your code when that event
occurs; your code doesn't call the framework (see Figure 4). Your
programs don't have to worry about structure, flow of execution, and
calls to system-level API libraries.
calls to system-level API libraries.
 
<pre>
 
+------------------------+    +--------------------------------------+
+------------------------+    +--------------------------------------+
|  Procedural Approach  |    |          Framework Approach          |
|  Procedural Approach  |    |          Framework Approach          |
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|                        |    |                +-----------+        |
|                        |    |                +-----------+        |
+------------------------+    +--------------------------------------+
+------------------------+    +--------------------------------------+
</pre>
''Figure 4.  Procedural Versus Framework Approaches to Developing Code''


Figure 4.  Procedural Versus Framework Approaches to Developing Code
If you're an OO programmer, frameworks provide architectural guidance. They remove the need to shop for classes, discover which methods are
 
available, how to call them, and in which order. It's like buying a board instead of individual chips. The services provided by the framework are defined using the CORBA IDL. An application becomes a collection of little puzzle pieces that inherit functions from the framework and call the framework APIs via the ORB (see Figure 5).
If you're an OO programmer, frameworks provide architectural guidance.
<pre>
They remove the need to shop for classes, discover which methods are
available, how to call them, and in which order. It's like buying a
board instead of individual chips. The services provided by the
framework are defined using the CORBA IDL. An application becomes a
collection of little puzzle pieces that inherit functions from the
framework and call the framework APIs via the ORB (see Figure 5).
 
     /                                                          \
     /                                                          \
   / |-----------------------------------------------------------| \
   / |-----------------------------------------------------------| \
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               Your Application |  \/    \/    \/    \/  |
               Your Application |  \/    \/    \/    \/  |
                               +--------------------------+
                               +--------------------------+
</pre>
''Figure 5. A Framework-Based Application''


Figure 5. A Framework-Based Application
IBM and Taligent intend to ship CORBA-compliant frameworks for all types of middleware and desktop functions. You can then modify these frameworks to suit your application needs. But IBM and Taligent won't be alone. Obviously, there's room for a vibrant collection of innovative
 
IBM and Taligent intend to ship CORBA-compliant frameworks for all types
of middleware and desktop functions. You can then modify these
frameworks to suit your application needs. But IBM and Taligent won't be
alone. Obviously, there's room for a vibrant collection of innovative
frameworks on the software bus to come from many vendors.
frameworks on the software bus to come from many vendors.


Table 1 provides a quick summary of the features that distinguish a
Table 1 provides a quick summary of the features that distinguish a framework from procedural API programming and object-oriented class libraries.
framework from procedural API programming and object-oriented class
{|class="wikitable"
libraries.
|+Table 1.  Comparing Frameworks, OO-Class Libraries, and Procedural APIs (adapted with permission from "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" VNR, 1994).
 
!Feature||Frameworks||OO Class Libraries||Procedural APIs
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
|-
Table 1.  Comparing Frameworks, OO-Class Libraries, and Procedural APIs
|Application model
          (adapted with permission from "Client/Server Survival Guide
|Frameworks are the application. Frameworks handle all the control flow.
          with OS/2" VNR, 1994).
|You must create the control flow of the application and the glue that ties the different class libraries together.
 
|You must create the control flow of the application and the logic that invokes the APIs. The system knows nothing about your code.
Feature         Frameworks       OO Class         Procedural APIs
|-
                                  Libraries
|Application structure
------------------------------------------------------------------------
|Multiple cooperative frameworks.
 
|Single monolithic application consisting of class libraries.
Application    Frameworks       You must create  You must create the
|Single monolithic application linked to API libraries.
model          are the           the control flow control flow of the
|-
                application.     of the           application and the
|How services are obtained?
                Frameworks        application and  logic that invokes
|Frameworks are the service.
                handle all the    the glue that    the APIs. The system
|By inheriting function from the class libraries.
                control flow.    ties the          knows nothing about
|By calling API libraries.
                                  different class  your code.
|-
                                  libraries
|How the system is customized?
                                  together.
|Frameworks call your code. You can subclass parts of frameworks.
 
|By subclassing or creating new classes.
Application    Multiple          Single            Single monolithic
|By writing new code and calling additional APIs.
structure      cooperative      monolithic       application linked
|-
                frameworks.      application      to API libraries.
|Granularity of control
                                  consisting of
|Medium. You can only subclass parts of frameworks.
                                  class libraries.
|High. You can subclass any class.
 
|High. You can write everything from scratch.
How services   Frameworks        By inheriting    By calling API
|-
are obtained?   are the           function from     libraries.
|Abstraction of services
                service.          the class
|High. Hides complexity, automates standard features. You program by exception.
                                  libraries.
|Low. Hides APIs but creates its own layer of complexity - you must determine which methods are available to call, and in which order.
 
|Very low. You need to deal with raw APIs and determine the order in which to call them.
How the system Frameworks call  By subclassing    By writing new code
|-
is customized? your code. You   or creating new   and calling
|How much code do you write?
                can subclass      classes.          additional APIs.
|Very little.
                parts of
|A medium amount.
                frameworks.
|Lots.
 
|-
Granularity of Medium. You can   High. You can     High. You can write
|Maintenance costs
control        only subclass    subclass any      everything from
|Low.
                parts of          class.            scratch.
|Medium.
                frameworks.
|High.
 
|-
Abstraction of High. Hides       Low. Hides APIs   Very low. You need
|Reduced Complexity
services        complexity,      but creates its   to deal with raw
|Yes. You write small pieces of code within multiple frameworks. Frameworks call you only when necessary. Frameworks provide architectural guidance.
                automates        own layer of     APIs and determine
|No. You must shop for classes and develop the program. You must integrate the different class libraries,
                standard          complexity --    the order in which
|No. You must develop the entire program and understand how the APIs work together.
                features.        you must         to call them.
|}
                You program      determine which
                by exception.    methods are
                                  available to
                                  call, and in
                                  which order.
 
How much code   Very little.     A medium amount. Lots.
do you write?


Maintenance    Low.              Medium.          High.
'''OpenDoc: Connecting Today's Desktop to the Bus'''
costs
 
Reduced        Yes. You write    No. You must      No. You must
Complexity      small pieces of  shop for classes  develop the entire
                code within      and develop the  program and
                multiple          program. You      understand how the
                frameworks.      must integrate    APIs work together.
                Frameworks call  the different
                you only when    class libraries,
                necessary.
                Frameworks
                provide
                architectural
                guidance.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
 
OpenDoc: Connecting Today's Desktop to the Bus
----------------------------------------------
 
The software bus is a prerequisite for creating a component-based
software industry. However, a bus alone is not enough, especially in
complex areas such as the desktop, where there's a need for protocols
that allow components to visually coexist, share containers of data, and
respond to events (and scripts) in a unified manner. In other words, we
need a desktop infrastructure that sits on the bus and defines the rules
of engagement by which the visual components can plug-and-play. OpenDoc
provides such a standard (see References 2 and 3). In our bus analogy,
OpenDoc is a standard for what goes on inside a desktop software board
(see Figure 6). To use the hardware analogy, OpenDoc is a specialized
desktop adapter with special sockets that let you plug in your parts.
You can develop your parts by inheriting function from frameworks, by
encapsulating existing code, or by using OpenDoc part-builder tools. An
OpenDoc part is similar to an OLE 2.0 OCX (in fact, OCXs can play inside
OpenDoc containers, and vice versa).


The software bus is a prerequisite for creating a component-based software industry. However, a bus alone is not enough, especially in
complex areas such as the desktop, where there's a need for protocols that allow components to visually coexist, share containers of data, and
respond to events (and scripts) in a unified manner. In other words, we need a desktop infrastructure that sits on the bus and defines the rules of engagement by which the visual components can plug-and-play. OpenDoc provides such a standard (see References 2 and 3). In our bus analogy, OpenDoc is a standard for what goes on inside a desktop software board (see Figure 6). To use the hardware analogy, OpenDoc is a specialized desktop adapter with special sockets that let you plug in your parts. You can develop your parts by inheriting function from frameworks, by encapsulating existing code, or by using OpenDoc part-builder tools. An OpenDoc part is similar to an OLE 2.0 OCX (in fact, OCXs can play inside OpenDoc containers, and vice versa).
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.                     Object Request Broker (DSOM)                     .
  .                   Object Request Broker (DSOM)                 .
  \                                                                   /
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''Figure 6. OpenDoc: The Desktop Software Board''


Figure 6. OpenDoc: The Desktop Software Board
How does OpenDoc provide its open sockets for parts? It does that by bringing the software bus (or ORB) inside the adapter, and defining new
 
services (and APIs) that can be used by software component providers to create visual software parts that plug-and-play into visual- and
How does OpenDoc provide its open sockets for parts? It does that by
bringing the software bus (or ORB) inside the adapter, and defining new
services (and APIs) that can be used by software component providers to
create visual software parts that plug-and-play into visual- and
file-based containers. The three new services provided by OpenDoc are:
file-based containers. The three new services provided by OpenDoc are:
* Bento provides storage protocols for defining rich data types and their boundaries. Bento also defines the protocols by which various parts can coexist in the same file container. Each part can have its own data type and can own a portion of the file container. Bento also allows you to interchange parts across platforms.
* Compound document management defines the visual containment protocols that allow various parts to be embedded and activated from within visual containers. OpenDoc is a form of Object-Oriented User Interface (OOUI) that uses a document-centric paradigm for displaying parts. This paradigm should be very familiar to OS/2 Workplace Shell users.  When you need to work on an object, you simply click on it. In fact, parts can be moved from OpenDoc document containers to Workplace Shell containers, and vice versa. OpenDoc creates live documents. For example, an OpenDoc document is not a set of "dead bits". Instead, it can be brought to life by a simple click, and its contents can be edited and changed "in place". Meta Group predicts that, by 1997, compound documents will become the primary paradigm for capturing information, thus challenging the dominance of record-oriented data.
* Open Scripting Architecture defines interfaces for allowing parts to respond to scripting commands and other external events. Users will be able to write custom applications by assembling multivendor parts and synchronizing their behavior by writing (or recording) scripts.


o Bento provides storage protocols for defining rich data types and
The beauty of OpenDoc is that all the system components and the add-on parts communicate over the same object bus (the DSOM ORB). OpenDoc
  their boundaries. Bento also defines the protocols by which various
demonstrates that the same object model - the CORBA ORB - can be used to connect intergalactic objects as well as fine-grained visual objects
  parts can coexist in the same file container. Each part can have its
that reside on a common desktop. It's all very consistent. OpenDoc allows you to repackage monolithic desktop applications into parts that
  own data type and can own a portion of the file container. Bento also
can plug-and-play together on the same desktop or across the network. You'll need to encapsulate these applications with SOM wrappers, and
  allows you to interchange parts across platforms.
break them into parts and part editors. Taligent frameworks will allow you to go even further, and create visual parts that inherit their
 
behavior from prewired frameworks -- this is good if you have the luxury of creating new applications (for more details, see Reference 4).
o Compound document management defines the visual containment protocols
  that allow various parts to be embedded and activated from within
  visual containers. OpenDoc is a form of Object-Oriented User Interface
  (OOUI) that uses a document-centric paradigm for displaying parts.
  This paradigm should be very familiar to OS/2 Workplace Shell users.
  When you need to work on an object, you simply click on it. In fact,
  parts can be moved from OpenDoc document containers to Workplace Shell
  containers, and vice versa. OpenDoc creates live documents. For
  example, an OpenDoc document is not a set of "dead bits". Instead, it
  can be brought to life by a simple click, and its contents can be
  edited and changed "in place". Meta Group predicts that, by 1997,
  compound documents will become the primary paradigm for capturing
  information, thus challenging the dominance of record-oriented data.
 
* Open Scripting Architecture defines interfaces for allowing parts to
  respond to scripting commands and other external events. Users will be
  able to write custom applications by assembling multivendor parts and
  synchronizing their behavior by writing (or recording) scripts.


The beauty of OpenDoc is that all the system components and the add-on
'''If We Build It, Will they Come?'''
parts communicate over the same object bus (the DSOM ORB). OpenDoc
demonstrates that the same object model -- the CORBA ORB -- can be used
to connect intergalactic objects as well as fine-grained visual objects
that reside on a common desktop. It's all very consistent. OpenDoc
allows you to repackage monolithic desktop applications into parts that
can plug-and-play together on the same desktop or across the network.
You'll need to encapsulate these applications with SOM wrappers, and
break them into parts and part editors. Taligent frameworks will allow
you to go even further, and create visual parts that inherit their
behavior from prewired frameworks -- this is good if you have the luxury
of creating new applications (for more details, see Reference 4).


If We Build It, Will they Come?
Together SOM, SOMobjects, OpenDoc, and Taligent frameworks provide an object infrastructure plus the basic building blocks that will help
-------------------------------
developers create parts, components, and vertical frameworks that populate this infrastructure. To use the hardware analogy, writing a
 
Together SOM, SOMobjects, OpenDoc, and Taligent frameworks provide an
object infrastructure plus the basic building blocks that will help
developers create parts, components, and vertical frameworks that
populate this infrastructure. To use the hardware analogy, writing a
part with SOMobjects and DSOM is like developing a hardware chip.
part with SOMobjects and DSOM is like developing a hardware chip.
Writing an OpenDoc part is like developing a chip that plugs into a
Writing an OpenDoc part is like developing a chip that plugs into a prewired board with open sockets - all you do is supply the parts, and
prewired board with open sockets -- all you do is supply the parts, and
they will interplay with other parts. Writing a framework part is like buying a prewired subsystem that you can then simply customize to fit
they will interplay with other parts. Writing a framework part is like
buying a prewired subsystem that you can then simply customize to fit
your needs.
your needs.


Most end-user customers will either buy parts they can script together
Most end-user customers will either buy parts they can script together or buy entire frameworks they can customize for their particular needs.
or buy entire frameworks they can customize for their particular needs.
In either case, some form of end-user customization will become the norm. IBM intends to provide the tools that further facilitate this
In either case, some form of end-user customization will become the
process. The success of the objects industry depends on making our software components as easy to assemble as the new generation of PC
norm. IBM intends to provide the tools that further facilitate this
process. The success of the objects industry depends on making our
software components as easy to assemble as the new generation of PC
"plug-and-play" buses make it for hardware.
"plug-and-play" buses make it for hardware.


References
'''References'''
----------
# Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey, "Client/Server Programming with CORBA Objects," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.
# Robert Tycast, "OpenDoc Basic Anatomy 101," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.
# Kurt Piersol, "OpenDoc Under The Hood," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.
# Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey, "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" VNR, 1994, IBM publication number SR28-5494, ISBN 0-442-01798-7. Part 7 provides a 138-page introduction to distributed objects.


1. Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey, "Client/Server Programming with CORBA
'''Biographies'''
  Objects," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.


2. Robert Tycast, "OpenDoc Basic Anatomy 101," OS/2 Developer,
Cliff Reeves is the Director of Object Technology Products, IBM Personal Software Products Division. Cliff is currently responsible for
  September 1994.
 
3. Kurt Piersol, "OpenDoc Under The Hood," OS/2 Developer, September
  1994.
 
4. Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey, "Client/Server Survival Guide with
  OS/2" VNR, 1994, IBM publication number SR28-5494,
  ISBN 0-442-01798-7. Part 7 provides a 138-page introduction to
  distributed objects.
 
Biographies
-----------
 
Cliff Reeves is the Director of Object Technology Products, IBM Personal
Software Products Division. Cliff is currently responsible for
object-based products in the IBM Personal Software Products Division.
object-based products in the IBM Personal Software Products Division.
This includes responsibility for the IBM/Taligent partnership.
This includes responsibility for the IBM/Taligent partnership.


Bob Orfali and Dan Harkey are the authors of the best-selling book
Bob Orfali and Dan Harkey are the authors of the best-selling book "Client/Server Programming with OS/2" (VNR, 1993). Bob's and Dan's most
"Client/Server Programming with OS/2" (VNR, 1993). Bob's and Dan's most
recent book is the "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" (VNR, 1994).
recent book is the "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" (VNR, 1994).
This 930-page book contains over 150 pages on distributed objects. Bob
This 930-page book contains over 150 pages on distributed objects. Bob and Dan have been developing client/server applications and tools for
and Dan have been developing client/server applications and tools for
the last eight years. They currently work on the application of distributed object technology. Bob and Dan are affiliated with IBM Personal Software Products Division, Austin, Texas. They work from the San Francisco Bay Area.
the last eight years. They currently work on the application of
distributed object technology. Bob and Dan are affiliated with IBM
Personal Software Products Division, Austin, Texas. They work from the
San Francisco Bay Area.
 
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Information about the authors' new book:
Information about the authors' new book:
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Authors: Bob Orfali and Dan Harkey.
Authors: Bob Orfali and Dan Harkey.


This Survival Guide takes you on a sweeping tour of client/server
This Survival Guide takes you on a sweeping tour of client/server systems and software. It provides a comprehensive coverage of client/server - including stacks, NOSs, DBMSs, Federated Databases, Information Warehouses, Groupware, TP Monitors, Transactions, Distributed Objects, System Management, and Tools. It covers major standards such as DCE, CORBA, OLE, OpenDoc, ODMG-93, MAPI, APPN, VIM, SNMP2, CMIP, RMON, SQL3, and X/Open DTP. The authors provide a survival map to help you navigate through the client/server maze. To separate theory from reality, the book covers over 50 OS/2 client/server products - including CICS, DSOM, Lotus Notes, DCE, ObjectStore, MQSeries, Encina, LAN Server, NetWare, DB2/2, Oracle7, LAN NetView, FlowMark, LAN Distance, TCP/IP, ImagePlus, and many others.
systems and software. It provides a comprehensive coverage of
client/server -- including stacks, NOSs, DBMSs, Federated Databases,
Information Warehouses, Groupware, TP Monitors, Transactions,
Distributed Objects, System Management, and Tools. It covers major
standards such as DCE, CORBA, OLE, OpenDoc, ODMG-93, MAPI, APPN, VIM,
SNMP2, CMIP, RMON, SQL3, and X/Open DTP. The authors provide a survival
map to help you navigate through the client/server maze. To separate
theory from reality, the book covers over 50 OS/2 client/server
products -- including CICS, DSOM, Lotus Notes, DCE, ObjectStore,
MQISeries, Encina, LAN Server, NetWare, DB2/2, Oracle7, LAN NetView,
FlowMark, LAN Distance, TCP/IP, ImagePlus, and many others.


While it's rich in content, it's also fun to read. In their maverick
While it's rich in content, it's also fun to read. In their maverick style, Orfali and Harkey use controversial soapboxes, background briefings, witty quotes, and over 400 illustrations and cartoons to bring to life the fledgling world of client/server computing. This book is for anyone interested in client/server, whether they use OS/2 or not. In contrast to previous Orfali/Harkey books, this is not a programming book -- but it's an indispensable guide for anyone who is evaluating, using, developing, or selling OS/2 client/server products.
style, Orfali and Harkey use controversial soapboxes, background
briefings, witty quotes, and over 400 illustrations and cartoons to
bring to life the fledgling world of client/server computing. This
book is for anyone interested in client/server, whether they use OS/2
or not. In contrast to previous Orfali/Harkey books, this is not a
programming book -- but it's an indispensable guide for anyone who is
evaluating, using, developing, or selling OS/2 client/server products.


Contents at a Glance
'''Contents at a Glance'''
--------------------


Here's an overview of what the book contains:
Here's an overview of what the book contains:
:Part 1. Client/Server Model                          67 pages
:Part 2. Clients, Servers, and Operating Systems      144 pages
:Part 3. Base Middleware: Stacks and NOS              208 pages
:Part 4. SQL Database Servers                        130 pages
:Part 5. Client/Server Transaction Processing          70 pages
:Part 6. Client/Server Groupware                      74 pages
:Part 7. Client/Server with Distributed Objects      138 pages
:Part 8. Distributed System Management                76 pages
:Part 9. Client/Server Tools                          22 pages
The book can be ordered from the IBM Distribution Center (PUBORDER number SR28-5494). It will also be available in bookstores.


Part 1. Client/Server Model                          67 pages
==Drive Usage by Public Applications on LAN Server==
Part 2. Clients, Servers, and Operating Systems      144 pages
As the use of IBM's LAN Server expands to larger and more complex configurations, customers using these systems are experiencing problems with the availability of LAN Server drive letters (A-Z). This article suggests what developers can do to help.
Part 3. Base Middleware: Stacks and NOS              208 pages
Part 4. SQL Database Servers                        130 pages
Part 5. Client/Server Transaction Processing          70 pages
Part 6. Client/Server Groupware                      74 pages
Part 7. Client/Server with Distributed Objects      138 pages
Part 8. Distributed System Management                76 pages
Part 9. Client/Server Tools                          22 pages
 
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        +--------------------------------------------------+
        | Drive Usage by Public Applications on LAN Server |    landrive
        +--------------------------------------------------+


As the use of IBM's LAN Server expands to larger and more complex
;Shortages of Drive Letters:More and more customers are utilizing the public application support provided by LAN Server, which is good. However, as the number of public applications in use grows, applications that use static or preassigned drive letters are creating shortages of drive letters for all the applications that require them.
configurations, customers using these systems are experiencing problems
;Dynamic Allocation:Although there is no complete solution to this problem as long as the use of drive letters is required, there are a couple of things that developers of these applications can do.
with the availability of LAN Server drive letters (A-Z). This article
:A more desirable method of drive allocation for public applications is to use dynamically allocated drives or UNC names where appropriate. The reduction in drive-letter requirements under a dynamic or UNC selection scheme can be significant, particularly where a single public application is currently preallocating multiple drives in a static manner.
suggests what developers can do to help.
;Benefits:Using dynamic allocation requires the drive to be dedicated to an application only when that application is in use, rather than being permanently preassigned. Dynamic allocation allows infrequently used applications to share the same drive letter (or the next available  
 
drive). Non-deviced UNC names may be appropriate for certain tasks that do not require direct user access, such as internal or temporary program files. UNC paths do not use drive assignments, so they conserve this resource for interactive tasks that require it.
Shortages of Drive Letters
--------------------------
 
More and more customers are utilizing the public application support
provided by LAN Server, which is good. However, as the number of public
applications in use grows, applications that use static or preassigned
drive letters are creating shortages of drive letters for all the
applications that require them.
 
Dynamic Allocation
------------------
 
Although there is no complete solution to this problem as long as the
use of drive letters is required, there are a couple of things that
developers of these applications can do.
 
A more desirable method of drive allocation for public applications
is to use dynamically allocated drives or UNC names where appropriate.
The reduction in drive-letter requirements under a dynamic or UNC
selection scheme can be significant, particularly where a single public
application is currently preallocating multiple drives in a static
manner.
 
Benefits
--------
 
Using dynamic allocation requires the drive to be dedicated to an
application only when that application is in use, rather than being
permanently preassigned. Dynamic allocation allows infrequently used
applications to share the same drive letter (or the next available
drive). Non-deviced UNC names may be appropriate for certain tasks that
do not require direct user access, such as internal or temporary program
files. UNC paths do not use drive assignments, so they conserve this
resource for interactive tasks that require it.


The Difference is Dynamic!
The Difference is Dynamic!
--------------------------


If you are currently developing an application, assume that it will be
If you are currently developing an application, assume that it will be used as a shared, public application with LAN Server. Ensure that any
used as a shared, public application with LAN Server. Ensure that any
use of drive letters is done through dynamic means, or utilizes UNC names for path or file selection as needed. If your applications are
use of drive letters is done through dynamic means, or utilizes UNC
currently available, consider changing any static drive-letter assignments to a dynamic method. It could make the difference in whether
names for path or file selection as needed. If your applications are
currently available, consider changing any static drive-letter
assignments to a dynamic method. It could make the difference in whether
or not a LAN Server customer selects your application for public use.
or not a LAN Server customer selects your application for public use.


========================================================================
==IBM Delivers More PC Power With OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing==
 
            +--------------------------------------+
            |  IBM Delivers More PC Power With   |            smpos2
            | OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing |
            +--------------------------------------+
 
IBM introduces OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11, a new
IBM introduces OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11, a new
member of its award-winning 32-bit PC operating system family. OS/2 for
member of its award-winning 32-bit PC operating system family. OS/2 for
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Optimizing Multiprocessor Capabilities
Optimizing Multiprocessor Capabilities
--------------------------------------


OS/2 for SMP offers all the features of OS/2 2.11, and increases
OS/2 for SMP offers all the features of OS/2 2.11, and increases
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Industry Standard, Supported by OEMs
Industry Standard, Supported by OEMs
------------------------------------


Several computer vendors have announced support for OS/2 for SMP,
Several computer vendors have announced support for OS/2 for SMP,
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Reconfigure or Consolidate Servers
Reconfigure or Consolidate Servers
----------------------------------


For multiprocessing-enabled applications, customers will see substantial
For multiprocessing-enabled applications, customers will see substantial
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Ideal Technology for Client/Server Environments
Ideal Technology for Client/Server Environments
-----------------------------------------------


Network server and high-end desktop workstation environments will
Network server and high-end desktop workstation environments will
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Measurable Performance Gains
Measurable Performance Gains
----------------------------


OS/2 for SMP intelligently supervises computing operations and allocates
OS/2 for SMP intelligently supervises computing operations and allocates
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Power and Performance Available in 3Q94
Power and Performance Available in 3Q94
---------------------------------------


OS/2 for SMP will be available in the third quarter of 1994. It will be
OS/2 for SMP will be available in the third quarter of 1994. It will be
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Prices
Prices
------


Suggested retail prices are: 395 USD for the 1-2 processor version, 595
Suggested retail prices are: 395 USD for the 1-2 processor version, 595
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version.
version.


            (See next article for announcement details.)
(See next article for announcement details.)
 
========================================================================
 
            +------------------------------------------+
            | IBM OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing |          smpdtl
            |    Version 2.11 Announcement Details    |
            +------------------------------------------+


==IBM OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11 Announcement Details==
OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing is the OS/2 offering for selected
OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing is the OS/2 offering for selected
systems with multiple Intel 486DX or Pentium processors in a single
systems with multiple Intel 486DX or Pentium processors in a single
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OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing expands the OS/2 2.1 offerings
OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing expands the OS/2 2.1 offerings
previously announced, as follows:
previously announced, as follows:
 
* OS/2 2.1 Special Edition for Windows 3.1: Targeted for customers with Windows Version 3.1 installed on their systems
o OS/2 2.1 Special Edition for Windows 3.1: Targeted for customers
* OS/2 2.1 Standard Edition: Targeted for new users and users without operating systems installed on their systems
  with Windows Version 3.1 installed on their systems
* OS/2 2.1 Upgrade Edition: Targeted for customers with DOS or a previous version of OS/2 on their systems
 
* OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing: Targeted for customers with high-end client or server needs
o OS/2 2.1 Standard Edition: Targeted for new users and users without
  operating systems installed on their systems
 
o OS/2 2.1 Upgrade Edition: Targeted for customers with DOS or a
  previous version of OS/2 on their systems
 
o OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing: Targeted for customers with
  high-end client or server needs


Highlights
Highlights
----------


OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11:
OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11:
* Provides all of the function of OS/2 2.11, tailored to support the emerging technology of selected symmetric multiprocessing systems containing from one to sixteen Intel-compatible processors.
* Provides scalable performance to deliver the power for your current SMP computer needs, as well as the ability to grow to new, more powerful applications. You can add performance as you need it.
* Protects application investments by compatibility with DOS, Windows 3.1, and OS/2 applications.
* Supports Multiprocessor Specification V1.1 (MPS 1.1).
* Substantially increases database performance in DATABASE 2 OS/2 Version 1.2 (DB2/2 V1.2), announced on 24 May 1994, which exploits OS/2 for SMP


o Provides all of the function of OS/2 2.11, tailored to support the
'''Product Description'''
  emerging technology of selected symmetric multiprocessing systems
  containing from one to sixteen Intel-compatible processors.
 
o Provides scalable performance to deliver the power for your current
  SMP computer needs, as well as the ability to grow to new, more
  powerful applications. You can add performance as you need it.
 
o Protects application investments by compatibility with DOS, Windows
  3.1, and OS/2 applications.
 
o Supports Multiprocessor Specification V1.1 (MPS 1.1).
 
o Substantially increases database performance in DATABASE 2 OS/2
  Version 1.2 (DB2/2 V1.2), announced on 24 May 1994, which exploits
  OS/2 for SMP
 
Product Description
-------------------


OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing expands the OS/2 family of products
OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing expands the OS/2 family of products
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Growth Enablement -- Advanced Technology Enabled
Growth Enablement -- Advanced Technology Enabled
------------------------------------------------


OS/2 has been enhanced to support Symmetric Multiprocessing. These
OS/2 has been enhanced to support Symmetric Multiprocessing. These
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DB2/2 Scalability Enhancements
DB2/2 Scalability Enhancements
------------------------------


DB2/2 V1.2, announced on 24 May 1994, supports OS/2 for SMP V2.11. This
DB2/2 V1.2, announced on 24 May 1994, supports OS/2 for SMP V2.11. This
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Specified Operating Environment
Specified Operating Environment
-------------------------------


Hardware Requirements: The minimum hardware configuration to run OS/2
Hardware Requirements: The minimum hardware configuration to run OS/2
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required, IBM highly recommends 12 MB of memory and a CD-ROM drive. One
required, IBM highly recommends 12 MB of memory and a CD-ROM drive. One
of the following hardware platforms is required:
of the following hardware platforms is required:
 
* Advanced Logic Research -- ProVEISA SMP (486DX2)
o Advanced Logic Research -- ProVEISA SMP (486DX2)
* AST Research -- Manhattan (486DX2, Pentium)
o AST Research -- Manhattan (486DX2, Pentium)
* Compaq -- Proliant 2000 (Pentium)
o Compaq -- Proliant 2000 (Pentium)
* Compaq -- Proliant 4000 (Pentium)
o Compaq -- Proliant 4000 (Pentium)
* Hewlett Packard -- Netserver 5/66 LM2
o Hewlett Packard -- Netserver 5/66 LM2
* Tricord Systems -- PowerFrame M30 (486DX2)
o Tricord Systems -- PowerFrame M30 (486DX2)
* VTech -- Platinum SMP (486DX2)
o VTech -- Platinum SMP (486DX2)
* Wyse Technology -- Series 7000i M760 (486DX2)
o Wyse Technology -- Series 7000i M760 (486DX2)
 
In addition, OS/2 for SMP supports a broad range of system
In addition, OS/2 for SMP supports a broad range of system
configurations, including diskette drives, displays, pointing devices,
configurations, including diskette drives, displays, pointing devices,
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Program Upgrade
Program Upgrade
---------------


The program package upgrade option allows currently licensed users of
The program package upgrade option allows currently licensed users of
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Charges
Charges
-------
<pre>
 
Part                                                        One-Time
Part                                                        One-Time
Number  Program Name                                        Charge
Number  Program Name                                        Charge
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83G8080  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-2 to 1-16 Processors    495 USD
83G8080  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-2 to 1-16 Processors    495 USD
83G8081  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-7 to 1-16 Processors    295 USD
83G8081  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-7 to 1-16 Processors    295 USD
</pre>


========================================================================
==IBM Chairman Welcomes Internet Users to IBM Home Page==
 
      +-------------------------------------------------------+
      | IBM Chairman Welcomes Internet Users to IBM Home Page | pagehome
      +-------------------------------------------------------+


IBM Chairman Lou Gerstner welcomes Internet users to IBM's new "home
IBM Chairman Lou Gerstner welcomes Internet users to IBM's new "home
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(Access instructions are in the next news item.)
(Access instructions are in the next news item.)


========================================================================
==Accessing the IBM Home Page on the Internet==
 
          +---------------------------------------------+
          | Accessing the IBM Home Page on the Internet |      pageacc
          +---------------------------------------------+


To access the web servers, you must have either Gopher or Mosaic
To access the web servers, you must have either Gopher or Mosaic
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Outside IBM
Outside IBM
-----------
gopher.ibmlink.ibm.com (external Gopher server)
 
www.ibm.com (external home page web server)
gopher.ibmlink.ibm.com (external Gopher server)
www.ibm.com (external home page web server)


Inside IBM
Inside IBM
----------
honegopher.atlanta.ibm.com (internal Gopher server)
www.atlanta.ibm.com (internal home page web server)


honegopher.atlanta.ibm.com (internal Gopher server)
==Communications Manager/2 V1.11 WR06150 Availability==
www.atlanta.ibm.com (internal home page web server)
 
========================================================================
 
        +-----------------------------------------------------+
        | Communications Manager/2 V1.11 WR06150 Availability |  111cm2
        +-----------------------------------------------------+


Communications Manager/2 (CM/2) version 1.11 (PTF number WR06150) is now
Communications Manager/2 (CM/2) version 1.11 (PTF number WR06150) is now
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service fixes plus new function, detailed below.
service fixes plus new function, detailed below.


SNA Phone Connect
'''SNA Phone Connect'''
-----------------


The new SNA Phone Connect feature in CM/2 1.11 addresses mobile
The new SNA Phone Connect feature in CM/2 1.11 addresses mobile
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from home, on the road, or wherever there is a phone line.
from home, on the road, or wherever there is a phone line.


o SNA Applications across Asynchronous and Hayes AutoSync Connections
* SNA Applications across Asynchronous and Hayes AutoSync Connections


  SNA Phone Connect enables customers to use SNA applications across
: SNA Phone Connect enables customers to use SNA applications across asynchronous and Hayes AutoSync connections. With this support, customers can use applications such as 3270/5250 emulation and SNA LU6.2 APPC between CM/2 1.11 and an AS/400, Advantis gateway, or an S/370 host.
  asynchronous and Hayes AutoSync connections. With this support,
  customers can use applications such as 3270/5250 emulation and SNA
  LU6.2 APPC between CM/2 1.11 and an AS/400, Advantis gateway, or an
  S/370 host.


o V.25bis Autodial and Autoanswer Support
* V.25bis Autodial and Autoanswer Support


  SNA Phone Connect supports SDLC and X.25 over the IBM Wide Area
: SNA Phone Connect supports SDLC and X.25 over the IBM Wide Area Connector (WAC) adapter at a maximum speed of 64 Kbps. It also supports SDLC over the IBM MultiProtocol Communications Adapter, and the IBM PS/2 MultiProtocol Adapter/A. SNA Phone Connect implements the V.25bis protocol to communicate with these adapters.
  Connector (WAC) adapter at a maximum speed of 64 Kbps. It also
  supports SDLC over the IBM MultiProtocol Communications Adapter, and
  the IBM PS/2 MultiProtocol Adapter/A. SNA Phone Connect implements
  the V.25bis protocol to communicate with these adapters.


Additional Hardware Support
'''Additional Hardware Support'''
---------------------------


CM/2 1.11 supports the IBM 5250 Emulation PCMCIA adapter and IDLC over
CM/2 1.11 supports the IBM 5250 Emulation PCMCIA adapter and IDLC over the IBM WaveRunner Digital Modem.
the IBM WaveRunner Digital Modem.


X.25 Enhancements
X.25 Enhancements
-----------------


CM/2 1.11 supports V.25bis Autodial, X.32 Exchange ID (XID) and X.25
CM/2 1.11 supports V.25bis Autodial, X.32 Exchange ID (XID) and X.25
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3270/5250 Emulator Enhancements
3270/5250 Emulator Enhancements
-------------------------------


The CM/2 1.11 3270 emulator has integrated APL support and Import/Export
The CM/2 1.11 3270 emulator has integrated APL support and Import/Export
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Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
-------------


The CM/2 1.11 CD-ROM package includes CM/2 and NTS/2 diskette images,
The CM/2 1.11 CD-ROM package includes CM/2 and NTS/2 diskette images,
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Operating System Support
Operating System Support
------------------------


CM/2 1.11 supports OS/2 version 2.0 or higher.
CM/2 1.11 supports OS/2 version 2.0 or higher.


National Language Support
National Language Support
-------------------------


CM/2 1.11 is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese,
CM/2 1.11 is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese,
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in this release.
in this release.


========================================================================
==Personal Systems Support Family Linkage to Fix Strategy and Delivery==
 
          +-----------------------------------------+
          | Personal Systems Support Family Linkage |          stratfix
          |    to Fix Strategy and Delivery       |
          +-----------------------------------------+
 
With the Personal System Support Family of Services beginning on 11
With the Personal System Support Family of Services beginning on 11
July, there have been several questions about how this relates to IBM's
July, there have been several questions about how this relates to IBM's
fix strategy and fix delivery processes. Here are the highlights.
fix strategy and fix delivery processes. Here are the highlights.


o The IBM Personal Systems Support Family of Services offerings neither
* The IBM Personal Systems Support Family of Services offerings neither extend nor enhance the Central Service or Program Services provided for products.
  extend nor enhance the Central Service or Program Services provided
  for products.


  Refer to the terms and conditions of licensing found in the IBM
: Refer to the terms and conditions of licensing found in the IBM Program License Agreement. A copy of the agreement is included in each program package.
  Program License Agreement. A copy of the agreement is included in
  each program package.


o IBM is continuing to evaluate our fix strategy, fix tools, and fix
* IBM is continuing to evaluate our fix strategy, fix tools, and fix delivery process to respond to current customer requirements and problem areas. No changes are ready to be announced at this time.
  delivery process to respond to current customer requirements and
  problem areas. No changes are ready to be announced at this time.


Defect Reporting Process
Defect Reporting Process
------------------------


A defect is defined as a code-related or documentation-related problem
A defect is defined as a code-related or documentation-related problem
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Service Expiration Date.
Service Expiration Date.


o If you are entitled to voice support for the product through a Getting
* If you are entitled to voice support for the product through a Getting Started period or through a Support Line contract, you may call 1-800-992-4777 and report a defect and/or request a specific fix if available.
  Started period or through a Support Line contract, you may call
  1-800-992-4777 and report a defect and/or request a specific fix if
  available.


o If you are not entitled to voice support, because your 60-day Getting
* If you are not entitled to voice support, because your 60-day Getting Started period has expired and you have not purchased a Support Line offering, then you may:
  Started period has expired and you have not purchased a Support
** Report the suspected defect via fax, mail, or BBS (CompuServe or Talklink). IBM will respond to the licensed customer via the same method that was used to report the defect. The response by IBM will indicate whether the defect reported is known or not known to IBM. If a fix is available, the IBM response will list the customer's options for obtaining the fix.
  Line offering, then you may:
** Call the Support Line and purchase a single incident of support to report the suspected defect. If it is a valid defect (as defined defined above), you will not be billed for the Support Line single incident.
 
  - Report the suspected defect via fax, mail, or BBS (CompuServe or
    Talklink). IBM will respond to the licensed customer via the same
    method that was used to report the defect. The response by IBM will
    indicate whether the defect reported is known or not known to IBM.
    If a fix is available, the IBM response will list the customer's
    options for obtaining the fix.
 
  - Call the Support Line and purchase a single incident of support to
    report the suspected defect. If it is a valid defect (as defined
    defined above), you will not be billed for the Support Line single
    incident.


Fix Availability
Fix Availability
----------------


o Corrective Service Packages, if produced for the specified product,
* Corrective Service Packages, if produced for the specified product, will be made available through the following channels:
  will be made available through the following channels:


   1) Bulletin Boards
   1) Bulletin Boards
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   Services Packages from any of the above four channels.
   Services Packages from any of the above four channels.


o There is no commitment for a product to provide Corrective Service
* There is no commitment for a product to provide Corrective Service Packages. Fixes may not be available until the next release (if one exists) for the product. IBM does not guarantee service results, nor does IBM represent or warrant that all errors or program defects will be corrected.
  Packages. Fixes may not be available until the next release (if one
  exists) for the product. IBM does not guarantee service results, nor
  does IBM represent or warrant that all errors or program defects will
  be corrected.
 
o There is no commitment for a product to provide private or single
  fixes that are not part of a formal release or corrective service
  package.


o If a fix is not available, IBM Central Service or Program Services
* There is no commitment for a product to provide private or single fixes that are not part of a formal release or corrective service package.
  will respond to the new problem by providing one or more of the
  following:


* If a fix is not available, IBM Central Service or Program Services will respond to the new problem by providing one or more of the following:
   1) Corrective service information, such as correction, documentation
   1) Corrective service information, such as correction, documentation
   2) Corrected code
   2) Corrected code
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   5) Bypass
   5) Bypass


========================================================================
==OS/2 2.0 Support Update==
 
                        +-------------------------+
                        | OS/2 2.0 Support Update |                sup20
                        +-------------------------+
 
From 11 July through 31 December 1994, support for OS/2 2.0 will be
From 11 July through 31 December 1994, support for OS/2 2.0 will be
provided to U.S. customers through one of the Personal Systems Support
provided to U.S. customers through one of the Personal Systems Support
Family Support Line options:
Family Support Line options:


o Support Line Per-Incident
* Support Line Per-Incident
: Customers may purchase support for OS/2 2.0 on a per-incident basis through 31 December 1994.
* Support Line Standard
: Support for OS/2 2.0 under Support Line Standard will be provided in one of two ways:
:# If the customer has OS/2 2.0 as well as a more current version of OS/2, support will be provided for OS/2 2.0 through 31 December 1994. Beyond that date, support will be provided for all the other products and current versions of OS/2, excluding OS/2 2.0.
:# If the customer has ONLY OS/2 2.0, and does not upgrade to a current version by 31 December 1994, the customer's Support Line contract will expire on that date. At that time, a new contract may be written, selecting another product to be included in the Support Line Standard base price.
* Support Line Premium
: OS/2 2.0 will be included in the product set for Support Line Premium customers through 31 December 1994. After that date, customers may continue with their Support Line Premium contract for all other products, excluding OS/2 2.0.


  Customers may purchase support for OS/2 2.0 on a per-incident basis
Beginning 1 January 1995, support for OS/2 2.0 will be provided to U.S. customers as a special bid.
  through 31 December 1994.


o Support Line Standard
==Deadline Nears for Listings in Next Tools Guide and Applications Directory==
Time is growing short to list your application or development tool in the next editions of the ''OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide'' and the ''OS/2 & LAN Systems Applications Directory''. These books will be produced in both softcopy (OS/2 .INF files) and hardcopy versions, and distributed worldwide.


  Support for OS/2 2.0 under Support Line Standard will be provided in
Currently, there is no charge for these valuable listings. All you have to do is complete the Product Nomination Form below and return it to IBM no later than 15 August 1994.
  one of two ways:


  1. If the customer has OS/2 2.0 as well as a more current version of
Applications and development tools will be listed in the Applications Directory. Only development tools will be listed in the Development
    OS/2, support will be provided for OS/2 2.0 through 31 December
    1994. Beyond that date, support will be provided for all the other
    products and current versions of OS/2, excluding OS/2 2.0.
 
  2. If the customer has ONLY OS/2 2.0, and does not upgrade to a
    current version by 31 December 1994, the customer's Support Line
    contract will expire on that date. At that time, a new contract
    may be written, selecting another product to be included in the
    Support Line Standard base price.
 
o Support Line Premium
 
  OS/2 2.0 will be included in the product set for Support Line Premium
  customers through 31 December 1994. After that date, customers may
  continue with their Support Line Premium contract for all other
  products, excluding OS/2 2.0.
 
Beginning 1 January 1995, support for OS/2 2.0 will be provided to U.S.
customers as a special bid.
 
========================================================================
 
            +----------------------------------------+
            |  Deadline Nears for Listings in Next  |          prodnom
            | Tools Guide and Applications Directory |
            +----------------------------------------+
 
Time is growing short to list your application or development tool in
the next editions of the OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide and
the OS/2 & LAN Systems Applications Directory. These books will be
produced in both softcopy (OS/2 .INF files) and hardcopy versions, and
distributed worldwide.
 
Currently, there is no charge for these valuable listings. All you have
to do is complete the Product Nomination Form below and return it to IBM
no later than 15 August 1994.
 
Applications and development tools will be listed in the Applications
Directory. Only development tools will be listed in the Development
Tools Guide. We can only list applications that are currently available.
Tools Guide. We can only list applications that are currently available.


Submitting the following information does not guarantee that IBM will
Submitting the following information does not guarantee that IBM will include your product in the next editions of the above books, nor does
include your product in the next editions of the above books, nor does
IBM guarantee that it will in fact produce more editions of the above books.
IBM guarantee that it will in fact produce more editions of the above
books.


Applications Directory Overview
===Applications Directory Overview===
-------------------------------
The OS/2 Applications Directory includes more than 1,000 products that exploit features of OS/2 2.x. This 270-page book contains detailed descriptions of over 750 products from major software companies such as Lotus, Computer Associates, Borland, SAS, and many more. The application solutions come from companies across the globe. In addition to company information, product descriptions, and prices, the directory lists both U.S. and worldwide sales contacts.


The OS/2 Applications Directory includes more than 1,000 products that
The directory also includes a special section previewing over 100 products that earned the IBM Ready! for LAN Server 3.0 mark by completing the self-certification within 60 days of the announcement of the certification program.
exploit features of OS/2 2.x. This 270-page book contains detailed
descriptions of over 750 products from major software companies such as
Lotus, Computer Associates, Borland, SAS, and many more. The application
solutions come from companies across the globe. In addition to company
information, product descriptions, and prices, the directory lists both
U.S. and worldwide sales contacts.


The directory also includes a special section previewing over 100
IBM employees, and customers who have IBM customer numbers, can order the latest OS/2 Applications Directory from the IBM publications distribution centers. The order number is G362-0029-04.
products that earned the IBM Ready! for LAN Server 3.0 mark by
completing the self-certification within 60 days of the announcement of
the certification program.


IBM employees, and customers who have IBM customer numbers, can order
All customers can order the OS/2 Applications Directory directly from its publisher, Miller Freeman, by calling 1-415-905-2728. The purchase
the latest OS/2 Applications Directory from the IBM publications
price is 9.95 USD plus 3.50 USD for shipping and handling within the USA, plus applicable sales tax. Add 2.00 USD for shipment to Canada and
distribution centers. The order number is G362-0029-04.
 
All customers can order the OS/2 Applications Directory directly from
its publisher, Miller Freeman, by calling 1-415-905-2728. The purchase
price is 9.95 USD plus 3.50 USD for shipping and handling within the
USA, plus applicable sales tax. Add 2.00 USD for shipment to Canada and
other countries. Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted.
other countries. Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted.


Tools Guide Overview
===Tools Guide Overview===
--------------------
The OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide is a treasure trove of tools for application developers. It tells you about the many tools,
produced by independent software vendors and IBM, that can help developers reap the benefits of the advanced technologies in OS/2 2.1, LAN Server 3.0, and related products.


The OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide is a treasure trove of
The current Guide features detailed information about more than 400 OS/2 and LAN Systems tools and utilities divided into 35 categories and
tools for application developers. It tells you about the many tools,
produced by independent software vendors and IBM, that can help
developers reap the benefits of the advanced technologies in OS/2 2.1,
LAN Server 3.0, and related products.
 
The current Guide features detailed information about more than 400 OS/2
and LAN Systems tools and utilities divided into 35 categories and
indexed by both company and product name.
indexed by both company and product name.


The Guide comes both in hardcopy and in a softcopy OS/2 .INF file.
The Guide comes both in hardcopy and in a softcopy OS/2 .INF file.


Hardcopy
===Hardcopy===
--------
Customers in the USA may order the guide by calling either 1-800-444-4881 (Miller Freeman Inc.) or 1-800-879-2755 (IBM Software Manufacturing Solutions). When calling the IBM number, specify publication G362-0025-00. There is a 9.95 USD charge (plus shipping, handling, and applicable sales taxes).


Customers in the USA may order the guide by calling either
IBM employees in the USA may order publication G362-0025-00 through PUBORDER.
1-800-444-4881 (Miller Freeman Inc.) or 1-800-879-2755 (IBM Software
Manufacturing Solutions). When calling the IBM number, specify
publication G362-0025-00. There is a 9.95 USD charge (plus shipping,
handling, and applicable sales taxes).


IBM employees in the USA may order publication G362-0025-00 through
Customers and IBM employees outside the USA may order publication G362-0025-00 from the IBM Software and Publications Center in Copenhagen, Denmark.
PUBORDER.


Customers and IBM employees outside the USA may order publication
Additionally, copies may be obtainable from some of the Developer Assistance Programs in other countries and geographic areas. Contact them for information.
G362-0025-00 from the IBM Software and Publications Center in
Copenhagen, Denmark.


Additionally, copies may be obtainable from some of the Developer
NOTE: The OS/2 .INF softcopy version of the Guide is not available through this method. It will be distributed at no charge on various
Assistance Programs in other countries and geographic areas. Contact
them for information.
 
NOTE: The OS/2 .INF softcopy version of the Guide is not available
through this method. It will be distributed at no charge on various
e-mail and BBS systems.
e-mail and BBS systems.


Softcopy
===Softcopy===
--------
IBM is making the OS/2 .INF version of the Guide available wherever the monthly electronic PSP Developer Support News (DSNEWS) is distributed.
(That list appears in the front matter of this newsletter.) The file name is OS2TG.


IBM is making the OS/2 .INF version of the Guide available wherever the
==IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: DCE Hands-On Application Programming for OS/2, AIX, and Windows==
monthly electronic PSP Developer Support News (DSNEWS) is distributed.
The Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) was developed by the Open Software Foundation to provide the basic services required to produce
(That list appears in the front matter of this newsletter.) The file
name is OS2TG.
 
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Fax Phone:            _________    ______________________________
                      Area Code    Phone Number
 
Do you sell your product outside the United States?  Yes _____  No _____
If yes, in which countries or regions? _________________________________
International Sales/Order Contact Name: ________________________________
 
 
Phone Numbers (to order product in countries other than the US ):
 
Country: _______________________________________________________________
 
Voice phone: +  _______    _________    ______________________________
                Country    City or      Phone Number
                Code        Area Code
 
Fax  phone: +  _______    _________    ______________________________
                Country    City or      Phone Number
                Code        Area Code
 
Does your company have other phone numbers in addition to the ones
above? If so, attach a separate sheet with additional phone numbers and
explanations.
 
Key Software Features
---------------------
 
Check all that apply. This information is required.
 
Advanced OS/2 2.x Features:
 
_____ Flat Memory            _____ Mixed Mode        _____ DSOM1
_____ Workplace Shell        _____ 32-bit APIs      _____ DSOM2
_____ DCE                    _____ Fast Semaphores  _____ DSOM
_____ Generates 32-bit code  _____ VDDs
_____ 32-bit SOM              _____ SMP
                              _____ OpenDoc
_____ Other (specify): _________________________________________________
 
Product Category
----------------
 
Below is the list of product categories in the books. Choose a primary
category by marking it with the letter P, and up to three additional
secondary categories by marking them with the letter S.
 
APPLICATIONS:
-------------
 
ACCOUNTING/PERSONAL FINANCE              DATABASE
____Accounting                          ____File Management
____Personal Finance                    ____Management Dictionaries
____Tax                                  ____Query Languages
____Other Finance
                                        DESKTOP PUBLISHING
BUSINESS-SPECIFIC                        ____Desktop Publishing
____Banking & Financial Services        ____Document Management
____Industrial, Manufacturing
____Insurance
____Government & Public Management      ____ELECTRONIC MAIL
____Public Utilities & Transportation
____Construction                        ____GAMES AND ENTERTAINMENT
____Health
____Scientific, Engineering, and
      Technical                          GRAPHICS
____Organizations/Fund Raising          ____Draw
____Education, Research/Library Mgmt    ____Charting
____Human Resources Management
____Sales & Marketing                    INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
____Distribution/Wholesale/Retail        ____Image & Document Management
____Agriculture                          ____Decision Support
____Automotive                          ____Project Management
____Contract Managers                    ____Report Management
____Facilities Management
____Food & Beverage                      INTEGRATED WORKGROUP
____Legal Services                      ____Integrated
____Mass Media/Communications            ____Office Automation
____Natural Resources and Related        ____Personal Information
____Purchasing                                Managers
____Real Estate
____Textiles & Clothing                  NETWORK
____Travel & Leisure                    ____Network Management
____Services Industry                    ____Network Operating Systems
____Personal Education/Creativity        ____Network Services
 
____CAD/CADAM                            ____SPREADSHEETS
 
____DEVICE DRIVER                        ____WORD PROCESSING
 
COMMUNICATIONS
____Bulletin Board Software
____Communications Control Systems
____Computer-to-Computer Links
____Fax/Telex
____PC Communications Utilities
____Terminal Emulation Software
____Videotex Software
____Teleconferencing Software
____Telephone Management Software
____EDI-Electronic Data Interchange
 
DEVELOPMENT TOOLS:
------------------
 
_____ Application Generators      _____ Help Authoring Tools
_____ Application Integration      _____ Installation
_____ Artificial Intelligence      _____ Languages
_____ CASE Development Tools      _____ Library Management
_____ Class Libraries              _____ Multimedia:
_____ Client/Server                      _____ Authoring Tools
_____ Command Processors / Shells  _____ MMPM/2 Tools
_____ Compiler Construction        _____ Generic Digital Video/Digital
_____ DBMS/RDBMS                          Sound
_____ Editors / Browsers          _____ Object-Oriented
_____ EXE Generation Tools        _____ Programming Productivity
_____ Fourth-Generation Languages  _____ Source-Code Generators
_____ General Libraries            _____ Testing / Debugging Aids
                                  _____ Version Control System
_____ Other (specify): _________________________________________________
 
UTILITIES:
----------
 
_____ Backup                      _____ Multipurpose
_____ Data Compression            _____ Performance Monitor
_____ Disaster Recovery            _____ Security
_____ Image Support/              _____ Screen Savers
            Screen Capture        _____ Virus Protection
_____ Other (specify): _________________________________________________
 
Product Description
-------------------
 
Describe the features and functions of your software package:
 
(1) In 25 words or less: _______________________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
(2) Overview text of 150 words or less: ________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
    ____________________________________________________________________
 
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------------------------------
 
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and that there is no restriction on IBM's use of this information. I
understand that IBM assumes no responsibility for product claims or the
accuracy of the data provided.
 
Company Name ___________________________________________________________
Authorized Person (print): _____________________________________________
Authorized Person (signature): _________________________________________
Title: _________________________________________________________________
Date: __________________________________________________________________
 
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========================================================================
 
    +---------------------------------------------------------+
    | IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: DCE Hands-On | wkshpapp
    | Application Programming for OS/2, AIX, and Windows     |
    +---------------------------------------------------------+
 
The Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) was developed by the Open
Software Foundation to provide the basic services required to produce
secure client/server application programs.
secure client/server application programs.


In this five-day workshop, formerly known as "OS/2 DCE for Software
In this five-day workshop, formerly known as "OS/2 DCE for Software Developers Workshop," students become familiar with the components of
Developers Workshop," students become familiar with the components of
OSF DCE by following the development of a basic distributed application using the full complement of DCE tools and services.
OSF DCE by following the development of a basic distributed application
using the full complement of DCE tools and services.


This workshop is a combination of classroom lectures and hands-on lab
This workshop is a combination of classroom lectures and hands-on lab work. The student will spend a significant portion of the week writing
work. The student will spend a significant portion of the week writing
basic DCE client/server programs in the OS/2 2.1 32-bit environment.
basic DCE client/server programs in the OS/2 2.1 32-bit environment.


Objectives
===Objectives===
----------
The objectives of this workshop are to explore issues affecting the design and implementation of DCE Application Programs from the OS/2 perspective, and to provide an effective learning environment for writing client/server applications using DCE.


The objectives of this workshop are to explore issues affecting the
===Audience===
design and implementation of DCE Application Programs from the OS/2
"C" application programmers who want to learn the Application Programming Interface (API) of the OSF DCE, either to assist them in creating DCE applications for OS/2, AIX, and Windows platforms, or to assist them in understanding the issues involved with DCE for future designs.
perspective, and to provide an effective learning environment for
writing client/server applications using DCE.


Audience
===Benefits===
--------
The workshop will provide a broad base of understanding of the development of DCE applications in an OS/2, AIX, or Windows environment. The instruction will include the basic design and distribution issues faced by client/server programmers in a DCE environment using DCE Remote
Procedure Calls (RPCs). The course covers the various aspects of the DCE programming model, including security, naming, time service, interface definitions, etc. The knowledge gained will allow the student to understand how to modify existing applications to take advantage of the DCE client/server models.


"C" application programmers who want to learn the Application
===Prerequisites===
Programming Interface (API) of the OSF DCE, either to assist them in
Experienced C language programmers who have written or intend to write distributed applications, or who have application programming experience.
creating DCE applications for OS/2, AIX, and Windows platforms, or to
assist them in understanding the issues involved with DCE for future
designs.
 
Benefits
--------
 
The workshop will provide a broad base of understanding of the
development of DCE applications in an OS/2, AIX, or Windows environment.
The instruction will include the basic design and distribution issues
faced by client/server programmers in a DCE environment using DCE Remote
Procedure Calls (RPCs). The course covers the various aspects of the DCE
programming model, including security, naming, time service, interface
definitions, etc. The knowledge gained will allow the student to
understand how to modify existing applications to take advantage of the
DCE client/server models.
 
Prerequisites
-------------
 
Experienced C language programmers who have written or intend to write
distributed applications, or who have application programming
experience.
 
Topics
------


===Topics===
Topics include:
Topics include:
* Application development in a distributed environment
* Developing an application using remote procedure calls
* Design and distribution issues
* Using IDL to define a basic interface
* Developing a basic server and basic client
* RPC programming topics
* Using the DCE security service
* Using the DCE threads service
* Using the DCE distributed time service
* Using the DCE directory service


- Application development in a distributed environment
===Cost===
- Developing an application using remote procedure calls
- Design and distribution issues
- Using IDL to define a basic interface
- Developing a basic server and basic client
- RPC programming topics
- Using the DCE security service
- Using the DCE threads service
- Using the DCE distributed time service
- Using the DCE directory service
 
Cost
----
 
The cost for this workshop is 2,000 USD per student.
The cost for this workshop is 2,000 USD per student.


Schedule
===Schedule===
--------
 
Workshops that are open for registration for the rest of 1994 are:
Workshops that are open for registration for the rest of 1994 are:
  8 - 12 August    Austin TX
10 - 14 October  Austin TX
  7 - 11 November  Poughkeepsie NY


8 - 12 August      Austin TX
===Registration===
10 - 14 October    Austin TX
To register, call 1-800-IBM-TEACh within the USA, and ask for course code P1064. Outside the USA, call 1-602-629-2731, and ask for education
7 - 11 November    Poughkeepsie NY
enrollment. IBM employees should register through the MSE system, using course code P1064.
 
Registration
------------
 
To register, call 1-800-IBM-TEACh within the USA, and ask for course
code P1064. Outside the USA, call 1-602-629-2731, and ask for education
enrollment. IBM employees should register through the MSE system, using
course code P1064.
 
More Information
----------------


===More Information===
For more information, contact:
For more information, contact:
:Barbara Batton<br/>Workshop Administrator


Barbara Batton
==IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: OS/2 DCE Installation and Administration==
Workshop Administrator
The Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) was developed by the Open Software Foundation to provide the basic services required to produce secure client/server application programs.
Voice: 1-512-823-1815, IBM tie line 793-1815
Fax:  1-512-823-3047, IBM tie line 793-3047
Internet: bbatton@vnet.ibm.com


========================================================================
In this five-day workshop, students become familiar with the components of OSF DCE Administration by installation, configuration, and administration of DCE for OS/2. This workshop is a combination of classroom lectures and hands-on lab work (the student will spend a 50/50 ratio between lecture and lab).


        +--------------------------------------------+
===Objectives===
        | IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: |        wkshpadm
After successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
        |  OS/2 DCE Installation and Administration  |
* List and describe each core DCE component
        +--------------------------------------------+
* Describe the inter-relationship of the core DCE components to each other
* Install and configure the core DCE components
* Administer the DCE environment
* Add users and groups to the DCE cells
* Administer the DCE namespace
* Install typical DCE applications


The Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) was developed by the Open
===Audience===
Software Foundation to provide the basic services required to produce
This workshop is for administrators of Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) software who want to learn more about installation, setup, and configuration of DCE.  The workshop also can benefit DCE application programmers.
secure client/server application programs.


In this five-day workshop, students become familiar with the components
===Benefits===
of OSF DCE Administration by installation, configuration, and
The workshop will provide a broad-based understanding of the administration, setup, and installation of DCE for OS/2. This course reinforces key principles, topics, and methods by using diagrams, examples, and coded applications. This workshop combines classroom lectures with laboratory projects (50/50 ratio) to build and maintain an OS/2 DCE cell.
administration of DCE for OS/2. This workshop is a combination of
classroom lectures and hands-on lab work (the student will spend a 50/50
ratio between lecture and lab).
 
Objectives
----------
 
After successful completion of this course, the student should be able
to:
 
- List and describe each core DCE component
- Describe the inter-relationship of the core DCE components to each
  other
- Install and configure the core DCE components
- Administer the DCE environment
- Add users and groups to the DCE cells
- Administer the DCE namespace
- Install typical DCE applications
 
Audience
--------
 
This workshop is for administrators of Distributed Computing Environment
(DCE) software who want to learn more about installation, setup, and
configuration of DCE.  The workshop also can benefit DCE application
programmers.
 
Benefits
--------
 
The workshop will provide a broad-based understanding of the
administration, setup, and installation of DCE for OS/2. This course
reinforces key principles, topics, and methods by using diagrams,
examples, and coded applications. This workshop combines classroom
lectures with laboratory projects (50/50 ratio) to build and maintain an
OS/2 DCE cell.
 
Topics
------


===Topics===
Topics include:
Topics include:
* Installation of DCE components
* Configuration of single/multiple machine cells
* Principle, group, organization, and account management
* Directory service management and replication
* Cell security implementation and management


- Installation of DCE components
===Cost===
- Configuration of single/multiple machine cells
- Principle, group, organization, and account management
- Directory service management and replication
- Cell security implementation and management
 
Cost
----
 
The cost for this workshop is 2,000 USD per student.
The cost for this workshop is 2,000 USD per student.


Schedule
===Schedule===
--------
 
Workshops that are open for registration for the rest of 1994 are:
Workshops that are open for registration for the rest of 1994 are:
17 - 21 October            Poughkeepsie NY
14 - 18 November            Austin TX
28 November - 2 December    San Jose CA


17 - 21 October            Poughkeepsie NY
===Registration===
14 - 18 November            Austin TX
To register, call 1-800-IBM-TEACh within the USA, and ask for course code C3835. Outside the USA, call 1-602-629-2731, and ask for education
28 November - 2 December    San Jose CA
enrollment. IBM employees should register through the MSE system, using course code C3835.
 
Registration
------------
 
To register, call 1-800-IBM-TEACh within the USA, and ask for course
code C3835. Outside the USA, call 1-602-629-2731, and ask for education
enrollment. IBM employees should register through the MSE system, using
course code C3835.
 
More Information
----------------


===More Information===
For more information, contact:
For more information, contact:
:Barbara Batton
:Workshop Administrator
:Voice: 1-512-823-1815, IBM tie line 793-1815
:Fax:  1-512-823-3047, IBM tie line 793-3047
:Internet: bbatton@vnet.ibm.com


Barbara Batton
==OS/2 - LAN Tour Solicits Your Applications==
Workshop Administrator
The OS/2 - LAN Tour is a 48-city roadshow, one show per week, that reaches an average audience of 500 large-account decision makers per city.
Voice: 1-512-823-1815, IBM tie line 793-1815
Fax:  1-512-823-3047, IBM tie line 793-3047
Internet: bbatton@vnet.ibm.com
 
========================================================================
 
            +--------------------------------------------+
            | OS/2 - LAN Tour Solicits Your Applications |      showroad
            +--------------------------------------------+
 
The OS/2 - LAN Tour is a 48-city roadshow, one show per week, that
reaches an average audience of 500 large-account decision makers per
city.
 
Effective with the 14 September show in San Francisco, the roadshow will
have a main session highlighting IBM's object technology, Workplace,
OpenDoc, future Taligent frameworks, directions, and customer
testimonials. The presentations will be augmented by exciting
demonstrations.
 
In the afternoon, breakouts will include sessions on mobile computing,
application development, emerging technologies (pen, voice, multimedia),
Lotus SmartSuite, OS/2 versus Chicago, and more.
 
Application Solutions Showcase
------------------------------
 
The Application Solutions Showcase is available for ISV demonstrations.
The cost to participate is a mere 125 USD, to help offset the cost of
the exhibit floor space and electricity. Vendors are responsible simply
for their own equipment.


The solutions showcase is open all day for customer viewing. Based on
Effective with the 14 September show in San Francisco, the roadshow will have a main session highlighting IBM's object technology, Workplace, OpenDoc, future Taligent frameworks, directions, and customer testimonials. The presentations will be augmented by exciting demonstrations.
thousands of customer reactions, the showcase has been one of the most
successful components of this roadshow.


IBM Manages the Logistics
In the afternoon, breakouts will include sessions on mobile computing, application development, emerging technologies (pen, voice, multimedia), Lotus SmartSuite, OS/2 versus Chicago, and more.
-------------------------


What's more ... all pre- and post-show logistics are managed by IBM, for
===Application Solutions Showcase===
you. Invitations are mailed, pre-registrations are processed,
The Application Solutions Showcase is available for ISV demonstrations. The cost to participate is a mere 125 USD, to help offset the cost of the exhibit floor space and electricity. Vendors are responsible simply for their own equipment.
telemarketing is conducted prior to the show, customer evaluations are
analyzed, and a customer attendee database is maintained.


Participation
The solutions showcase is open all day for customer viewing. Based on thousands of customer reactions, the showcase has been one of the most successful components of this roadshow.
-------------


To participate, call J.R. Sherman, Right Source, Inc., at
===IBM Manages the Logistics===
1-203-761-7888 or fax 1-203-761-0773. We have space for only 30
What's more ... all pre- and post-show logistics are managed by IBM, for you. Invitations are mailed, pre-registrations are processed, telemarketing is conducted prior to the show, customer evaluations are analyzed, and a customer attendee database is maintained.
demonstrators, so reserve your space now! With new products rolling out,
our audiences have been extremely enthusiastic. Let them see what you've
got that's hot!


Schedule
===Participation===
--------
To participate, call J.R. Sherman, Right Source, Inc., at 1-203-761-7888 or fax 1-203-761-0773. We have space for only 30 demonstrators, so reserve your space now! With new products rolling out, our audiences have been extremely enthusiastic. Let them see what you've got that's hot!


Third Quarter                       Fourth Quarter
===Schedule===
Third Quarter
20-21 July      Phoenix AZ
27-28 July      Des Moines IA
  3- 4 August    Baltimore MD
10-11 August    Minneapolis MN
17-18 August    Miami FL
24-25 August    Indianapolis IN
31 Aug- 1 Sept  Dayton OH
  7- 8 Sept.    Dallas TX
14-15 Sept.    San Francisco CA
21-22 Sept.    Albany NY
28-29 Sept.    Rochester NY
Fourth Quarter
  5- 6 October  New Orleans LA
12-13 October  Richmond VA
19-20 October  Bloomington IL
26-27 October  Hartford CT
  2- 3 November  San Antonio TX
  9-10 November  Tampa FL
16-17 November  Lexington KY
30 Nov- 1 Dec  Kansas City MO
  7- 8 December  Woodbridge NJ
14-15 December  Stamford CT


20-21 July      Phoenix AZ            5- 6 October  New Orleans LA
==Professional Certification Testing at OS/2 World==
27-28 July      Des Moines IA        12-13 October  Richmond VA
Attention all OS/2 World conference attendees! In addition to all the other great benefits to be gained by attending OS/2 World, full conference registrants will also have the opportunity to take any of the Professional Certification exams at NO CHARGE!
3- 4 August    Baltimore MD        19-20 October  Bloomington IL
10-11 August    Minneapolis MN      26-27 October  Hartford CT
17-18 August    Miami FL              2- 3 November  San Antonio TX
24-25 August    Indianapolis IN      9-10 November  Tampa FL
31 Aug- 1 Sept  Dayton OH            16-17 November  Lexington KY
7- 8 Sept.    Dallas TX            30 Nov- 1 Dec  Kansas City MO
14-15 Sept.    San Francisco CA      7- 8 December  Woodbridge NJ
21-22 Sept.    Albany NY            14-15 December  Stamford CT
28-29 Sept.    Rochester NY


========================================================================
That's right ... all of the Certified OS/2 Engineer and Certified LAN Server Engineer tests will be offered at no charge to registered OS/2 World full conference attendees. Each test you pass gets you one step closer to certification, and you are encouraged to take as many tests as you can while this offer exists.


          +--------------------------------------------------+
===Testing Schedule===
          | Professional Certification Testing at OS/2 World |  certtest
Testing will be conducted on a drop-in basis Wednesday through Friday (20-22 July) in Room 206 of the Santa Clara Convention Center. Certification testing will begin at 7:30 a.m. Specific hours will be posted outside the room.
          +--------------------------------------------------+
 
Attention all OS/2 World conference attendees! In addition to all the
other great benefits to be gained by attending OS/2 World, full
conference registrants will also have the opportunity to take any of the
Professional Certification exams at NO CHARGE!
 
That's right ... all of the Certified OS/2 Engineer and Certified LAN
Server Engineer tests will be offered at no charge to registered OS/2
World full conference attendees. Each test you pass gets you one step
closer to certification, and you are encouraged to take as many tests
as you can while this offer exists.
 
Testing Schedule
----------------
 
Testing will be conducted on a drop-in basis Wednesday through Friday
(20-22 July) in Room 206 of the Santa Clara Convention Center.
Certification testing will begin at 7:30 a.m. Specific hours will be
posted outside the room.


Certified OS/2 Engineer Tests
Certified OS/2 Engineer Tests
-----------------------------
# 9 - Installing and Supporting OS/2 2.1
# 9 - Installing and Supporting OS/2 2.1
#10 - Using and Customizing OS/2 2.1
#10 - Using and Customizing OS/2 2.1
Line 2,573: Line 1,173:
#13 - OS/2 2.1 Performance and Tuning
#13 - OS/2 2.1 Performance and Tuning
#14 - OS/2 Problem Determination/Problem Source Identification
#14 - OS/2 Problem Determination/Problem Source Identification
 
To qualify as a Certified OS/2 Engineer you must pass tests 9, 10, 12, and either 13 or 14.
To qualify as a Certified OS/2 Engineer you must pass tests 9, 10, 12,
and either 13 or 14.


Certified LAN Server Administrator Test
Certified LAN Server Administrator Test
---------------------------------------


# 3 - OS/2 LAN Server Administration - I
3 - OS/2 LAN Server Administration - I


To qualify as a Certified LAN Server Administrator, you only need to
To qualify as a Certified LAN Server Administrator, you only need to pass test 3.
pass test 3.


Certified LAN Server Engineer Tests
Certified LAN Server Engineer Tests
-----------------------------------
# Token-Ring Network Implementation and Management (elective)
 
# LAN Server and NetWare: Client Coexistence (elective)
# 1 - Token-Ring Network Implementation and Management (elective)
# OS/2 LAN Server Administration - I
# 2 - LAN Server and NetWare: Client Coexistence (elective)
# OS/2 LAN Server Administration - II
# 3 - OS/2 LAN Server Administration - I
# Introduction to Integrated Networking (elective)
# 4 - OS/2 LAN Server Administration - II
# OS/2 LAN Server Workstation Planning and Installation
# 5 - Introduction to Integrated Networking (elective)
# OS/2 LAN Server Performance
# 6 - OS/2 LAN Server Workstation Planning and Installation
# Ethernet Implementation and Problem Determination (elective)
# 7 - OS/2 LAN Server Performance
# Installing and Supporting OS/2 2.1
# 8 - Ethernet Implementation and Problem Determination (elective)
# Remote Software Installation Using C/I/D (elective)
# 9 - Installing and Supporting OS/2 2.1
# IBM TCP/IP for Workstations (elective)
#16 - Remote Software Installation Using C/I/D (elective)
#18 - IBM TCP/IP for Workstations (elective)


To qualify as a Certified LAN Server Engineer, you need to pass tests 3,
To qualify as a Certified LAN Server Engineer, you need to pass tests 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, and one elective. If you are a CNE and have passed 50-80 Networking Technologies, we will give you credit for test 5.
4, 6, 7, 9, and one elective. If you are a CNE and have passed 50-80
Networking Technologies, we will give you credit for test 5.


More Information
More Information
----------------


Information about the Professional Certification Program from IBM is
Information about the Professional Certification Program from IBM is available by calling 1-800-959-EXAM within the USA, and from the IBM fax service by calling 1-800-IBM-4329 (request the Education List for a complete list of certification documents available by fax).
available by calling 1-800-959-EXAM within the USA, and from the IBM fax
service by calling 1-800-IBM-4329 (request the Education List for a
complete list of certification documents available by fax).


For more information about OS/2 World Conference and Exhibition, call
For more information about OS/2 World Conference and Exhibition, call 1-415-905-2354.
1-415-905-2354.
 
========================================================================
 
                                                                keyceleb
 
    +-----------------------------------------------------------+
    | Lee Reiswig Keynote and Evening Celebration at OS/2 World |
    +-----------------------------------------------------------+


==Lee Reiswig Keynote and Evening Celebration at OS/2 World==
You are invited to attend a special evening event at OS/2 World
You are invited to attend a special evening event at OS/2 World
Conference and Exhibition.
Conference and Exhibition.
Line 2,650: Line 1,230:
at 1-415-905-2320. You may also register on-site at the conference.
at 1-415-905-2320. You may also register on-site at the conference.


========================================================================
==IBM Personal Software Products July/August 1994 Show Schedule==
IBM Personal Software Products is participating in a variety of trade shows in the near future:
{|
!Show Name||Dates||Location
|-
|Mactivity||19 - 21 July||San Jose
|-
|Object World||27 - 29 July||San Francisco
|-
|BBSCON||17 - 21 August||Atlanta
|}
IBM Personal Software Products offers a wide range of products, including high-performance LAN systems, premier operating systems and applications, and comprehensive service offerings.


                                                                showsked
==Fall OS/2 Technical Interchange Coming to Atlanta, Georgia, USA, 11 through 14 September==


    +---------------------------------------------------------------+
If you have not registered for the OS/2 Technical Update '94 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, 11 through 14
    | IBM Personal Software Products July/August 1994 Show Schedule |
September, time is growing short to take advantage of our spectacular early-bird savings!
    +---------------------------------------------------------------+
 
IBM Personal Software Products is participating in a variety of trade
shows in the near future:
 
Show Name            Dates        Location
---------            -----        --------
 
Mactivity        19 - 21 July      San Jose
Object World    27 - 29 July      San Francisco
BBSCON          17 - 21 August    Atlanta
 
IBM Personal Software Products offers a wide range of products,
including high-performance LAN systems, premier operating systems and
applications, and comprehensive service offerings.
 
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                                                                  fallti
 
          +------------------------------------------------+
          |  Fall OS/2 Technical Interchange Coming to    |
          | Atlanta, Georgia, USA, 11 through 14 September |
          +------------------------------------------------+
 
If you have not registered for the OS/2 Technical Update '94 at the
Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, 11 through 14
September, time is growing short to take advantage of our spectacular
early-bird savings!


Staying Atop the Industry
Staying Atop the Industry
-------------------------


As a computer professional, you recognize the need for staying on top of
As a computer professional, you recognize the need for staying on top of your industry with the hottest tools and techniques available. And you know that IBM's award-winning OS/2 and LAN systems products offer the best industry solutions on the market today. You also are keenly aware of the growing need to integrate your skills with the fast-paced, exploding world of networking systems and global computing. So, how does today's computer professional keep pace with the demanding education needs of the industry?
your industry with the hottest tools and techniques available. And you
know that IBM's award-winning OS/2 and LAN systems products offer the
best industry solutions on the market today. You also are keenly aware
of the growing need to integrate your skills with the fast-paced,
exploding world of networking systems and global computing. So, how does
today's computer professional keep pace with the demanding education
needs of the industry?


Link with Networking Summit
Link with Networking Summit
---------------------------


To help you get all the education you need in a cost- and time-efficient
To help you get all the education you need in a cost- and time-efficient manner, IBM has linked the OS/2 Technical Update '94 with NetWorld+Interop 94, the Networking Summit, to offer you a week of unparalleled education opportunities at a special dual conference price.
manner, IBM has linked the OS/2 Technical Update '94 with
OS/2 Technical Update '94 conference attendees, for a nominal fee of just 200 USD, can purchase a "gold pass" and choose among a variety of
NetWorld+Interop 94, the Networking Summit, to offer you a week of
technical sessions at the NetWorld+Interop 94 conference in the same location. And ... if you register before 27 July 1994, you can save 100
unparalleled education opportunities at a special dual conference price.
OS/2 Technical Update '94 conference attendees, for a nominal fee of
just 200 USD, can purchase a "gold pass" and choose among a variety of
technical sessions at the NetWorld+Interop 94 conference in the same
location. And ... if you register before 27 July 1994, you can save 100
USD off the full conference price!
USD off the full conference price!


Products to Take Home
Products to Take Home
---------------------
There will be no shortage of fun and conference benefits, too. To
help celebrate with the World Olympic hosts, this Atlanta conference has
scheduled a special event, complete with food, drink, and games. Here is
a sneak preview of just a few of the exciting new products you will get
to take home:


  OS/2 2.x Beta
There will be no shortage of fun and conference benefits, too. To help celebrate with the World Olympic hosts, this Atlanta conference has
  LAN Server Beta
scheduled a special event, complete with food, drink, and games. Here is a sneak preview of just a few of the exciting new products you will get to take home:
  IBM Communications Manager 1.11 for OS/2
*OS/2 2.x Beta
  Visual Developer Tool Beta
*LAN Server Beta
  The Technical Connection
*IBM Communications Manager 1.11 for OS/2
  PM Debug Facility Beta
*Visual Developer Tool Beta
*The Technical Connection
*PM Debug Facility Beta


Keynote Address by Ellen Hancock
Keynote Address by Ellen Hancock
--------------------------------


Highlighting the conference will be a keynote address by Ellen M.
Highlighting the conference will be a keynote address by Ellen M. Hancock, IBM Senior Vice President and Group Executive, who will present
Hancock, IBM Senior Vice President and Group Executive, who will present
her view of networking and the challenges that customers and vendors face today as their organizations move into tomorrow's world of global
her view of networking and the challenges that customers and vendors
communications. The systems of today, and tomorrow, center around networks that link personal computer servers, mid-range systems, and
face today as their organizations move into tomorrow's world of global
mainframe computers as peers. Ms. Hancock will discuss the offerings and technologies available today and in the near future that open the doors to global, distributed computing networks. They provide freedom of information, enabling multi-protocol networking and information in all its forms - text, data, voice, image, video and audio - and provide enterprises of all sizes with a wealth of information and resources.
communications. The systems of today, and tomorrow, center around
networks that link personal computer servers, mid-range systems, and
mainframe computers as peers. Ms. Hancock will discuss the offerings and
technologies available today and in the near future that open the doors
to global, distributed computing networks. They provide freedom of
information, enabling multi-protocol networking and information in all
its forms -- text, data, voice, image, video and audio -- and provide
enterprises of all sizes with a wealth of information and resources.


Registration
Registration
------------
Don't delay! Fill out the attached registration form today and mail it
with payment to:
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or, fax the completed registration form to 1-415-525-0199
or, telephone 1-800-636-6634 in the USA (or 1-415-578-6900 outside the
    USA)
For special rates and assistance with travel arrangements, call Carlson
Travel Network at 1-800-666-8889 (1-510-881-8983 if outside the USA).
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                                                                cdnshow
 
    +----------------------------------------------------------+
    | 1994 IBM Technical Interchange - Toronto, 1 - 3 November |
    +----------------------------------------------------------+


==1994 IBM Technical Interchange - Toronto, 1 - 3 November==
IBM Education and Training announces the 1994 IBM Technical Interchange
IBM Education and Training announces the 1994 IBM Technical Interchange
- Toronto, to be held 1 through 3 November 1994 at the Toronto
- Toronto, to be held 1 through 3 November 1994 at the Toronto
Line 2,873: Line 1,301:
within Canada, or 1-905-946-1100 from elsewhere.
within Canada, or 1-905-946-1100 from elsewhere.


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==Eight English Documents Available for Developing OS/2 DBCS Applications==
 
A set of eight English documents about developing DBCS applications for Japanese OS/2 is now available. The books are:
              +---------------------------------------+
*Planning Guide for Developing DBCS/NLS S/W Products - Provides information and guidance on DBCS/NLS planning and high-level design
              | Eight English Documents Available for |        dbcspubs
*How to Install Japanese OS/2 2.1 - Shows in English how to install OS/2 J2.1 using RSPONSE FILE, which is translated in English
              |  Developing OS/2 DBCS Applications   |
*How to Operate Japanese OS/2 2.0 on PS/55 - Shows in English how to operate PS/55, Japanese OS/2 and 3270 Emulator
              +---------------------------------------+
*DBCS Design Guide and Information for OS/2 Programming - Provides developers of international products on OS/2 with information and guidance on developing DBCS capability in their products (GA18-7284 restructured and revised to reflect DBCS OS/2 2.1)
 
*DBCS Design Guide for DOS/V and MS Windows Programming - Provides developers of international products on DOS/V or MS Windows with information and guidance on developing DBCS capability in their products
A set of eight English documents about developing DBCS applications for
*OS/2 DBCS Application Primer (V2.1) - Supplements the "DBCS Design Guide and Information for OS/2 Programming" with DBCS-support sample application programs
Japanese OS/2 is now available. The books are:
*DBCS Support Checklist for PC Product Spec. - Assists PC software developers in verifying inclusion and adequateness of DBCS functionality
 
*Good Coding Practice for DBCS Enabling on OS/2 - Provides developers of PC software, especially in C, with basic and unique techniques in DBCS programming
Planning Guide for Developing DBCS/NLS S/W Products
  Provides information and guidance on DBCS/NLS planning and high-level
  design
 
How to Install Japanese OS/2 2.1
  Shows in English how to install OS/2 J2.1 using RSPONSE FILE, which is
  translated in English
 
How to Operate Japanese OS/2 2.0 on PS/55
  Shows in English how to operate PS/55, Japanese OS/2 and 3270 Emulator
 
DBCS Design Guide and Information for OS/2 Programming
  Provides developers of international products on OS/2 with information
  and guidance on developing DBCS capability in their products
  (GA18-7284 restructured and revised to reflect DBCS OS/2 2.1)
 
DBCS Design Guide for DOS/V and MS Windows Programming
  Provides developers of international products on DOS/V or MS Windows
  with information and guidance on developing DBCS capability in their
  products
 
OS/2 DBCS Application Primer (V2.1)
  Supplements the "DBCS Design Guide and Information for OS/2
  Programming" with DBCS-support sample application programs
 
DBCS Support Checklist for PC Product Spec.
  Assists PC software developers in verifying inclusion and adequateness
  of DBCS functionality
 
Good Coding Practice for DBCS Enabling on OS/2
  Provides developers of PC software, especially in C, with basic and
  unique techniques in DBCS programming


Price and Ordering
Price and Ordering
------------------


The price for the set of eight DBCS OS/2 books is 200 USD. To order,
The price for the set of eight DBCS OS/2 books is 200 USD. To order,
contact MicroBurst, Inc., phone 1-301-330-2995, fax 1-301-330-8609.
contact MicroBurst, Inc., phone 1-301-330-2995, fax 1-301-330-8609.


========================================================================
==IBM Canada OS/2 Developer Assistance Programs==
 
Three program offerings are available to Canadians who are interested in developing applications for OS/2 2.x.
            +-----------------------------------------------+
            | IBM Canada OS/2 Developer Assistance Programs |    cdndap
            +-----------------------------------------------+
 
Three program offerings are available to Canadians who are interested in
developing applications for OS/2 2.x.


Worldwide DAP
Worldwide DAP
-------------


The Worldwide Developer Assistance Program (DAP) provides technical
The Worldwide Developer Assistance Program (DAP) provides technical support to OS/2 developers via CompuServe forums. The support, provided
support to OS/2 developers via CompuServe forums. The support, provided
by IBM in Boca Raton, Florida, includes DOS, OS/2, and LAN Systems.
by IBM in Boca Raton, Florida, includes DOS, OS/2, and LAN Systems.


Anyone can sign up for the Worldwide DAP. On CompuServe, type GO OS2DAP
Anyone can sign up for the Worldwide DAP. On CompuServe, type GO OS2DAP and fill in the online application form.
and fill in the online application form.


To obtain a CompuServe userid, call 1-800-524-3388 (from Canada and the
To obtain a CompuServe userid, call 1-800-524-3388 (from Canada and the USA), and ask for representative 239 for a free introductory membership.
USA), and ask for representative 239 for a free introductory membership.


The Worldwide DAP also offers exclusive access to DAPTOOLS, a private
The Worldwide DAP also offers exclusive access to DAPTOOLS, a private tools repository. The tools include various utilities, debugging tools,
tools repository. The tools include various utilities, debugging tools,
small applications with source examples, and programming documentation. The tools were originally developed for IBM internal use, and have been re-licensed for the exclusive use of DAP members.
small applications with source examples, and programming documentation.
The tools were originally developed for IBM internal use, and have been
re-licensed for the exclusive use of DAP members.


Worldwide DAP questions can also be addressed on Internet through the
Worldwide DAP questions can also be addressed on Internet through the userid wwdap@vnet.ibm.com.
userid wwdap@vnet.ibm.com.


Canadian OS/2 DAP
Canadian OS/2 DAP
-----------------
This program, managed by IBM Canada in Markham, Ontario by Ms. France
Loubier, includes:


o Informational mailings, sent every six to eight weeks, to keep you
This program, managed by IBM Canada in Markham, Ontario by Ms. France Loubier, includes:
  informed about OS/2 and LAN Systems development tools.
* Informational mailings, sent every six to eight weeks, to keep you informed about OS/2 and LAN Systems development tools.
 
* Eligibility to purchase beta-code offerings when available.
o Eligibility to purchase beta-code offerings when available.
* Selected promotions that provide discounts on development-related products by IBM and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs).
 
* An education discount from IBM Education Services. The discount is 10 percent for a maximum of 5 people per company.
o Selected promotions that provide discounts on development-related
* Information about workshops, seminars, and conferences.
  products by IBM and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs).
* Marketing programs to assist you once your product is ready to market. Certification programs exist for OS/2, DOS, or Windows applications that run under OS/2 2.1 or LAN Server 3.0. Once certified, you will receive camera-ready artwork of the appropriate certification marks.
 
* Registration for a key contact who must be developing an OS/2 application with a business plan for its release, either in-house or into the marketplace.
o An education discount from IBM Education Services. The discount is
To enroll in the Canadian OS/2 DAP, send a fax to (Ms.) France Loubier, 1-905-316-2535, or send a note to floubier@vnet.ibm.com.
  10 percent for a maximum of 5 people per company.
 
o Information about workshops, seminars, and conferences.
 
o Marketing programs to assist you once your product is ready to market.
  Certification programs exist for OS/2, DOS, or Windows applications
  that run under OS/2 2.1 or LAN Server 3.0. Once certified, you will
  receive camera-ready artwork of the appropriate certification marks.
 
o Registration for a key contact who must be developing an OS/2
  application with a business plan for its release, either in-house or
  into the marketplace.
 
To enroll in the Canadian OS/2 DAP, send a fax to (Ms.) France Loubier,
1-905-316-2535, or send a note to floubier@vnet.ibm.com.


The Developer Connection for OS/2
The Developer Connection for OS/2
---------------------------------


Volume 4 is now available for 75 CDN for a single issue. A four-issue
Volume 4 is now available for 75 CDN for a single issue. A four-issue subscription (covering one year) costs 225 CDN.
subscription (covering one year) costs 225 CDN.


The Developer Connection for OS/2 is a program that delivers the most
The Developer Connection for OS/2 is a program that delivers the most current information, tools, and pre-release code available from IBM and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to developers in support of their continuing application development on the OS/2 platform.
current information, tools, and pre-release code available from IBM and
Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to developers in support of their
continuing application development on the OS/2 platform.


The cornerstone of The Developer Connection for OS/2 is two CD-ROMs plus
The cornerstone of The Developer Connection for OS/2 is two CD-ROMs plus The Developer Connection News. The CD-ROMs and newspaper are updated and released four times per year.
The Developer Connection News. The CD-ROMs and newspaper are updated and
released four times per year.


The Developer Connection CD-ROMs contain pre-release programs that are
The Developer Connection CD-ROMs contain pre-release programs that are licensed for 120 days or until the next Developer Connection CD-ROM is
licensed for 120 days or until the next Developer Connection CD-ROM is
available, whichever comes first. Canadian DAP members will be notified of the next release via the regular mailing, and there are postings on
available, whichever comes first. Canadian DAP members will be notified
of the next release via the regular mailing, and there are postings on
CompuServe.
CompuServe.


To use the CD-ROM, you must have a CD-ROM drive attached to your
To use the CD-ROM, you must have a CD-ROM drive attached to your computer system, with the necessary drivers that work under OS/2 2.x.
computer system, with the necessary drivers that work under OS/2 2.x.
The Developer Connection News lists the OS/2-supported CD-ROM drives; additional device drivers are available from third-party vendors.
The Developer Connection News lists the OS/2-supported CD-ROM drives;
additional device drivers are available from third-party vendors.


The Developer Connection also operates a forum on CompuServe that
The Developer Connection also operates a forum on CompuServe that provides fast, responsive answers to your questions and problems.
provides fast, responsive answers to your questions and problems.


To order The Developer Connection for OS/2 in Canada, call
To order The Developer Connection for OS/2 in Canada, call 1-800-561-5293.
1-800-561-5293.


Certification Programs
Certification Programs
----------------------
Canadian DAP members can certify their applications as compatible with
OS/2 or LAN Server. The process entails self-certification. For each
product that you want to certify, the certification package sells for 30
CDN plus applicable taxes. After receiving the package, you do the
self-certification test, and then send it to IBM for verification, along
with a not-for-sale copy of the product you are certifying.
To start the process of certifying your applications, call
1-800-992-4777 and request the appropriate package:


To certify ...               Ask for ...
Canadian DAP members can certify their applications as compatible with OS/2 or LAN Server. The process entails self-certification. For each
product that you want to certify, the certification package sells for 30 CDN plus applicable taxes. After receiving the package, you do the
self-certification test, and then send it to IBM for verification, along with a not-for-sale copy of the product you are certifying.


OS/2 applications            OS/2 certification package
To start the process of certifying your applications, call 1-800-992-4777 and request the appropriate package:
To certify ...                Ask for ...
OS/2 applications            OS/2 certification package
DOS applications              DOS certification package
Windows applications          Windows certification package
LAN Server 3.0 applications  LAN Server 3.0 certification package


DOS applications              DOS certification package
==How to Join the IBM Developer Assistance Program==
 
Windows applications          Windows certification package
 
LAN Server 3.0 applications  LAN Server 3.0 certification package
 
Phone Numbers in Canada
-----------------------
 
IBM Certification Program              1-800-992-4777
 
IBM Developer Connection for OS/2      1-800-561-5293
 
IBM Customer Assistance Group          1-800-465-1234
 
IBM DB/2 Developer Assistance Program  1-800-627-8363
 
IBM Direct                              1-800-465-7999
 
IBM Education Services                  1-800-661-2131
 
IBM HelpFax                            1-800-465-3299
 
IBM Publications                        1-905-316-7000
 
CompuServe                              1-800-848-8199
 
IBM Canada OS/2 BBS:          Montreal  1-514-938-3022
                              Toronto  1-905-316-4255
                              Vancouver 1-604-664-6464
 
========================================================================
 
      +--------------------------------------------------+
      | How to Join the IBM Developer Assistance Program |      joinhow
      +--------------------------------------------------+


The IBM Worldwide Developer Assistance Program (DAP) is open to all
The IBM Worldwide Developer Assistance Program (DAP) is open to all
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Worldwide Services
Worldwide Services
------------------


Worldwide DAP services are available to all developers of Personal
Worldwide DAP services are available to all developers of Personal
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DAP services include a variety of technical, business, and marketing
DAP services include a variety of technical, business, and marketing
support activities, such as:
support activities, such as:
 
* Technical support through IBM OS/2 forums on CompuServe
o Technical support through IBM OS/2 forums on CompuServe
* The opportunity to participate in early-code programs
o The opportunity to participate in early-code programs
* Access to OS/2 Custom Application Porting Workshops and LAN Systems Workshops
o Access to OS/2 Custom Application Porting Workshops and LAN Systems
* Technical conferences
    Workshops
* Product announcements
o Technical conferences
o Product announcements
 
Worldwide Developer Assistance Program membership is open to
Worldwide Developer Assistance Program membership is open to
individuals, with no company or product prerequisites. Enrollment is
individuals, with no company or product prerequisites. Enrollment is
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Commercial Services
Commercial Services
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Commercial Services are available only to software vendors in the U.S.
Commercial Services are available only to software vendors in the U.S.
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receive additional services in support of their product development and
receive additional services in support of their product development and
marketing activities:
marketing activities:
 
* Online technical support at no charge
o Online technical support at no charge
* Defect support for all warranted products that are supported by IBM support centers
 
* Complimentary access to the online database of Personal Software-based development tools
o Defect support for all warranted products that are supported by IBM
* Complimentary subscriptions to OS/2 Developer magazine
  support centers
* Discounts on IBM Personal Software products
 
Offerings available to assist Commercial Services members in their marketing activities include:
o Complimentary access to the online database of Personal Software-based
* IBM OS/2 & LAN Systems Application Directory
  development tools
* IBM OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide
 
* Sources & Solutions catalog
o Complimentary subscriptions to OS/2 Developer magazine
* "READY! for OS/2" Certification Mark
 
* "READY! for LAN Systems" Certification Mark
o Discounts on IBM Personal Software products
* IBM Direct Marketing Center
 
Offerings available to assist Commercial Services members in their
marketing activities include:
 
o IBM OS/2 & LAN Systems Application Directory
 
o IBM OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide
 
o Sources & Solutions catalog
 
o "READY! for OS/2" Certification Mark
 
o "READY! for LAN Systems" Certification Mark
 
o IBM Direct Marketing Center
 
To enroll in the Commercial Services extension, call 1-407-982-6408 or
To enroll in the Commercial Services extension, call 1-407-982-6408 or
fax to 1-407-998-7610, and ask for the Commercial/Premier Services DAP
fax to 1-407-998-7610, and ask for the Commercial/Premier Services DAP
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Premier Services
Premier Services
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Premier Services are available only in the U.S. They are for software
Premier Services are available only in the U.S. They are for software
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Developer Assistance Program Contacts Worldwide
Developer Assistance Program Contacts Worldwide
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IBM Developer Assistance Programs exist in several geographic areas
IBM Developer Assistance Programs exist in several geographic areas
around the world. For information about the DAP in your area, consult
around the world. For information about the DAP in your area, consult
the following list of contacts.
the following list of contacts.
   Geographic Area                          Voice Phone
   Geographic Area                          Voice Phone
  ---------------                          -----------


   Asia/Pacific countries (except Japan)    65-225-2617
   Asia/Pacific countries (except Japan)    65-225-2617
   Brazil                                  55-192-65-8057
   Brazil                                  55-192-65-8057
   Canada and the Caribbean                1-905-316-2996
   Canada and the Caribbean                1-905-316-2996
     (Fax: ask for document 75112)          1-800-465-3299
     (Fax: ask for document 75112)          1-800-465-3299
   Europe, Middle East, and Africa          44-256-51136
   Europe, Middle East, and Africa          44-256-51136
   Japan                                    81-3-3279-8231
   Japan                                    81-3-3279-8231
   Latin America and South America          525-580-4267
   Latin America and South America          525-580-4267


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==Subscription Information for The Developer Connection for OS/2 and the IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2==
 
The following list of phone and fax numbers was published in Volume 3 of The Developer Connection News.
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  | Subscription Information for The Developer Connection for OS/2 |
  |      and the IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2       |
  +----------------------------------------------------------------+
 
The following list of phone and fax numbers was published in Volume 3 of
The Developer Connection News.


The list applies to two products:
The list applies to two products:
* The Developer Connection for OS/2
* IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2
The phone numbers shown are for ordering both products unless otherwise specified.


The Developer Connection for OS/2
;NOTE: Commercial and Premier Services DAP members in the USA are eligible for a discounted price for The Developer Connection for OS/2. When ordering, be sure to specify that you are a Commercial and Premier Services DAP member, and give your membership number.
 
o  IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2
 
The phone numbers shown are for ordering both products unless otherwise
specified.
 
To order within the USA:
 
  Call 1-800-633-8266, or fax to 1-303-330-7655.


  NOTE: Commercial and Premier Services DAP members in the USA are
To order within Europe: If you live outside the USA, Canada, Asia/Pacific countries, Brazil, or Mexico, you can order directly from the IBM Software Manufacturing Center in Copenhagen, Denmark. Be sure to dial your country's international access code before dialing the appropriate phone number or fax number listed below. 45 is the country code for Denmark.
        eligible for a discounted price for The Developer Connection for
        OS/2. When ordering, be sure to specify that you are a
        Commercial and Premier Services DAP member, and give your
        membership number.
 
  Additional numbers for ordering the IBM Device Driver Source Kit for
  OS/2: Call 1-407-982-4239, or use the DUDE BBS, 1-407-982-3217.
 
To order within Canada:
 
  For The Developer Connection for OS/2 and the IBM Device Driver
  Source Kit for OS/2, call 1-800-561-5293.
 
To order within Brazil:
 
  For The Developer Connection for OS/2, call 0800-111205, or fax to
  (011) 886-3222.
 
  For the IBM Device Driver Source Kit for OS/2, call 02-1-800-6120,
  or fax to 02-1-800-6936. (02 is the country code for Brazil.)
 
To order within Mexico:
 
  For the Developer Connection for OS/2, call 627-2444 within Mexico
  City, or 91-800-00639 elsewhere in Mexico.
 
To order within Asia/Pacific Countries:
 
  Be sure to dial your country's international access code before
  dialing the listed phone number. 61 is the country code for Australia.
 
  Call 61-2-354-7684, or fax to 61-2-354-7766.
 
To order within Europe:
 
  If you live outside the USA, Canada, Asia/Pacific countries, Brazil,
  or Mexico, you can order directly from the IBM Software Manufacturing
  Center in Copenhagen, Denmark. Be sure to dial your country's
  international access code before dialing the appropriate phone number
  or fax number listed below. 45 is the country code for Denmark.
 
  Operators speaking the following languages are available.
 
    Language  Phone Number
    --------  ------------
 
    Dutch      45-4-810-1400
    English    45-4-810-1500
    French    45-4-810-1200
    German    45-4-810-1000
    Italian    45-4-810-1600
    Spanish    45-4-810-1100
    Fax        45-4-814-2207
 
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                | Latest List of OS/2 2.1x Books |            booklist
                +--------------------------------+


==Latest List of OS/2 2.1x Books==
Here is the latest list of published and planned books about OS/2 2.1x.
Here is the latest list of published and planned books about OS/2 2.1x.


Released
{|
--------
|+Released
|Advanced OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming||Thomas Burge and Joseph Celi||ISBN 0-471-59198-X, John Wiley & Sons
|-
|Application Development Using OS/2 REXX||Anthony Rudd||ISBN 0-471-60691-X, Wiley-QED
|-
|The Art of OS/2 C Programming||Kathleen Panov, Arthur Panov, and Larry Salomon||ISBN 0-471-58802-4, Wiley-QED
|-
|C and C++ Programming in the OS/2 Environment||Mitra Gopaul||ISBN 0-442-01240-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1, Third Edition||Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey||ISBN 0-442-01833-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|A Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2||Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey||ISBN 0-442-01798-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Cross-Platform Programming in OS/2||Len Dorfman||ISBN 0-07-017862-3, McGraw-Hill
|-
|Das große Buch zu OS/2 2.1 (German)||Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura||ISBN 3-8158-1064-7, Data Becker Verlag
|-
|Designing OS/2 Applications||David Reich||ISBN 0-471-58889-X, John Wiley & Sons
|-
|Dvorak's Guide to OS/2 2.1||John Dvorak, David Whittle, and Martin McElroy||ISBN 0-679-74648-X, Random House
|-
|Easy OS/2||Shelly O'Hara||ISBN 1-56529-145-X, Sams
|-
|Effective Multithreading in OS/2||Len Dorfman||ISBN 0-07-017841-0, McGraw-Hill
|-
|Inside OS/2 2.1, Third Edition||Mark Minasi, John Little, Marlene Semple, Bill Camarda, Bill Schindler, and Esther Schindler||ISBN 1-56205-206-3, New Riders
|-
|Instant OS/2! Porting C Applications to OS/2||Len Dorfman||ISBN 0-8306-4522-5, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
|-
|Learn OS/2 in a Day||Brian Dooley||ISBN 1-55622-361-7, Wordware
|-
|The Little OS/2 Book||Kay Y. Nelson||ISBN 1-56609-047-4, Peachpit Press
|-
|Mastering OS/2 REXX||Gabriel Gargiulo||ISBN 0-471-51901-4, Wiley-QED
|-
|Now That I Have OS/2 2.1 On My Computer, What Do I Do Next?||Steve Levenson and Eli Hertz||ISBN 0-442-01832-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Application Programmer's Guide||Jody Kelly, Craig Swearingen, Dawn Bezviner, and Theodore Shrader||ISBN 0-442-01736-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|The OS/2 2.1 Bible||Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura||ISBN 1-55755-174-X, Abacus
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Complete||Peter Franken||ISBN 1-55755-184-7, Abacus
|-
|The OS/2 2.1 Corporate Programmer's Handbook||Nora Scholin, Martin Sullivan, and Robin Scragg||ISBN 0-442-01598-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Power Techniques||author ?||ISBN 1-56529-286-3, Que
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Programming||Herbert Schildt and Robert Goosey||ISBN 0-07-881910-5, Osborne/McGraw-Hill
|-
|The OS/2 2.1 REXX Handbook||Hallette German||ISBN 0-442-01734-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|OS/2 2.11 Unleashed||David Moskowitz and David Kerr||ISBN 0-672-30445-7, Sams
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Workplace Shell Programming||Stefano Maruzzi||ISBN 0-679-79162-0, Random House
|-
|OS/2 2.x Notebook: Best of OS/2 Developer||Dick Conklin, editor||ISBN 0-442-01522-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|OS/2 Applications Directory|| ||ISBN 74770-78003-8, Miller Freeman/IBM
|-
|OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume I: Introduction to OS/2 2.1||Craig Chambers, Jim Crump, Paul McPeek, and Larry Pollis||ISBN 1-884988-00-8, One UP Corporation
|-
|OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume II: Introduction to OS/2 Programming||Craig Chambers, Feite Kraay, and Larry Pollis||ISBN 1-884988-01-6, One UP Corporation
|-
|OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume III: Introduction to OS/2 Connectivity||Paul McPeek, Bob Reed, Greg Stuchell, and Craig Chambers||ISBN 1-884988-02-4, One UP Corporation
|-
|OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume IV: Introduction to System Object Model||John Boudreaux, Jonathan Rossi, Dave Sterner, and Craig Chambers||ISBN 1-884988-03-2, One UP Corporation
|-
|OS/2 Batch Files to Go||Ronny Richardson||ISBN 0-07-052370-3, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
|-
|OS/2 Extra! VIO, KBD, and MOU Special Functions Revealed||Len Dorfman and Marc Neuberger, editors||ISBN 0-8306-4567-5, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
|-
|OS/2 for Dummies||Andy Rathbone||ISBN 1-878058-76-2, IDG
|-
|OS/2 for Non-Nerds||Bruce Hallberg||ISBN 1-56205-153-9, New Riders
|-
|OS/2 for Windows Users||Sharon Crawford and Charlie Russell||ISBN 0-7821-1528-4, Sybex
|-
|OS/2 Inside & Out||Kathy Ivens and Brian Proffit||ISBN 0-07-881871-0, Osborne
|-
|OS/2 Instant Reference||Peter Dyson||ISBN 0-7821-1179-3, Sybex
|-
|OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming||Charles Petzold||ISBN 1-56276-123-4, Ziff-Davis Press
|-
|OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming for COBOL Programmers, Revised Edition for OS/2 2.1||Robert Chapman||ISBN 0-471-56140-1, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 Secrets and Solutions||Peter Dyson||ISBN 0-7821-1281-1, Sybex
|-
|OS/2 V2 C++ Class Library: Power GUI Programming with C Set ++||William Law, Kevin Leong, Robert Love, and Hiroshi Tsuji||ISBN 0-442-01795-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|PC Learning Labs Teaches OS/2 2.1||by Logical Operations||ISBN 1-56276-148-X, Ziff-Davis
|-
|Performance 2.1: A Fine-Tuning Kit for OS/2 2.1||Tony Pereira||ISBN ?, Clear & Simple
|-
|Quick Reference Guide for OS/2 2.1||George T. Lynch||ISBN 1-56243-119-6, DDC
|-
|Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 1: Win Functions||Nora Scholin||ISBN 0-442-01897-5, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Real-World Programming for OS/2 2.1||Derrel R. Blain, Kurt R. Delimon, and Jeff English||ISBN 0-672-30300-0, Sams
|-
|REXX Reference Summary Handbook||Dick Goran||ISBN 0-96398-541-8, CFS Nevada
|-
|The Shell Collection: OS/2 2.1 Utilities||Steven Levenson||ISBN 0-442-01585-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Stacker for OS/2 and DOS: An Illustrated Tutorial||Lisa Heller||ISBN 0-07-027986-1, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
|-
|Stepping Up to OS/2 2.1||Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura||ISBN 1-55755-185-5, Abacus
|-
|Teach Yourself OS/2 2.1||Judi Fernandez||ISBN 1-55828-282-3, MIS Press
|-
|Teach Yourself OS/2 2.1 in a Week||Carol Thomas||ISBN 0-672-30360-4, Sams
|-
|10-Minute Guide to OS/2 2.1||Herb Tyson||ISBN 1-56761-185-0, Alpha
|-
|Thinking Person's Guide to OS/2 2.1||Maria Tyne||ISBN 0-471-60306-6, Wiley-QED
|-
|Using OS/2 2.1, Third Edition||Barry Nance, Caroline Halliday, and Greg Chicares||ISBN 1-56529-635-4, Que
|-
|Using Workplace OS/2: Power User's Guide||Lori Brown and Jeff Howard||ISBN 0-442-01590-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Van Wolverton's Guide to OS/2||Van Wolverton and Jim Meade||ISBN 0-679-74877-6, Random House
|-
|Voodoo OS/2||Allen G. Taylor||ISBN 1-566-04066-3, Ventana
|-
|Windows Vs. OS/2: The GUI-OOUI War||Theo Mandel||ISBN 0-442-01750-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Writing OS/2 Device Drivers in C, Second Edition||Steve Mastrianni||ISBN 0-442-01729-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Your OS/2 2.1 Consultant||Herb Tyson||ISBN 0-672-30317-5, Sams
|}


Advanced OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming
{|
Thomas Burge and Joseph Celi
|rowspan=2|March 1994||Downsizing to OS/2 2.1||author ?||ISBN 1-56205-244-6, New Riders
ISBN 0-471-59198-X, John Wiley & Sons
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Power Users||IBM authors||ISBN 1-56529-286-3, Que
|-
|April||The Ultimate OS/2 Programmer's Manual||John Mueller||ISBN 0-07-043972-9, McGraw-Hill
|-
|June||OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Developers||author ?||ISBN 1-56529-287-1, Que
|-
|rowspan=5|July||Object-Oriented Programming Using SOM and DSOM||Christina Lau||ISBN 0-442-01948-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Objects for OS/2 2.1||Bruce Tate, Scott Danforth, and Paul Koenen||ISBN 0-442-01738-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|The OS/2 2.x Handbook||William Zack||ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 2: Message Functions||Nora Scholin||ISBN 0-442-01898-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Teach Yourself REXX in 21 Days||Bill and Esther Schindler||ISBN 0-672-305291, Sams
|-
|rowspan=10|August||Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1 (Chinese translation)||Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey||ISBN ?, Hope Computer Co.
|-
|Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1 (Japanese translation)||Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey||ISBN ?, ITL Japan
|-
|A Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2 (Chinese translation)||Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey||ISBN ?, Hope Computer Co.
|-
|Hajimete Tsukau OS/2 (Using OS/2 for the First Time) (Japanese)||author ?||ISBN ?, Keigaku Publishing
|-
|Motto Shiritai OS/2 (Knowing OS/2 Better) (Japanese)||author ?||ISBN ?, I-Mate Co., Ltd.
|-
|OS/2 Daisuki! (I Love OS/2!) (Japanese)||author ?||ISBN ?, Ohmsha, Ltd.
|-
|OS/2 Real Time (Japanese translation)||author ?||ISBN ?, Gijutsu Hroron Co., Ltd.
|-
|The OS/2 Survival Kit||Brian Proffit||ISBN ?, Addison-Wesley
|-
|OS/2 User No Tame OS/2 (Japanese version of Sybex's OS/2 for Windows Users)||Crawford and Russell||ISBN ?, ASCII Corp.
|-
|Windows in OS/2: Insider's Guide to WIN-OS/2||Tim Shortley||ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|rowspan=3|September||The Design of OS/2 2.1, 2nd Edition||Mike Kogan and Harvey Deitel||ISBN 0-201-52886-X, Addison-Wesley
|-
|Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 3: Workplace Shell||Nora Scholin||ISBN 0-442-01899-1, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|The Ultimate OS/2 File Management Kit||Dorfman and Stegner||ISBN 007-911882-8, McGraw-Hill
|-
|rowspan=4|October||Lotus Notes in the OS/2 Environment||Dennis Walsh||ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|OS/2 Object-Oriented Programming||Russell Jacobs||ISBN ?, Que
|-
|OS/2 Remote Communications: Asynchronous to Synchronous T&T||Ken Stonecipher||ISBN 0-442-01814-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Writing VX-REXX Programs||Ronny Richardson||ISBN 0-07-9119-10, McGraw-Hill
|-
|rowspan=5|November||OS/2 for Everyone||Doug Azzarito and David Green||ISBN 0-471-06083-6, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 2.x Control Program API Reference||Marc Stock||0-471-03887-3, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Developers||IBM authors||ISBN 1-56529-287-1, Que
|-
|OS/2 VX-REXX Programming||author ?||ISBN ?, McGraw-Hill
|-
|Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 4: GPI Functions||Nora Scholin||ISBN 0-442-01900-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|rowspan=3|December||The Art of OS/2 2.x C Programming||Kathleen Panov, Arthur Panov, and Larry Salomon||ISBN 0-471-08633-9, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 2.x Workplace Shell SOM||Marc Stock||0-471-08373-3, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 Workplace Shell API Reference||Mindy Pollack||0-471-03872-5, Wiley-QED
|-
|rowspan=4|January 1995||OS/2 for the Impatient||author ?||ISBN ?, Addison-Wesley
|-
|OS/2 2.x Presentation Manager for Power Programmers||Stern and Morrow||ISBN 0-471-05839-4, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 Secrets||Carole Patton||ISBN 1-56884-084-5, IDG
|-
|Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 5: DOS Functions||Nora Scholin||ISBN 0-442-01901-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|March 1995||Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 6: Miscellaneous Functions||Nora Scholin||ISBN 0-442-01902-5, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|rowspan=7|Date to be Determined||Dynamic Data Exchange for OS/2 Programmers||Glenn T. Puchtel||ISBN 0-442-01949-1, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|Independent Platform Coding||author ?||ISBN ?, IBM/McGraw-Hill
|-
|OS/2 in the Fast Lane (2.1 edition)||Bill Camarda||ISBN 1-56205-126-1, New Riders
|-
|OS/2 and NetWare Programming: Using the NetWare Client API for C||Lori Gauthier||ISBN 0-442-01815-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
|-
|OS/2 and Connectivity||author ?||ISBN ?, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 and Networking||author ?||ISBN ?, Wiley-QED
|-
|OS/2 Presentation Manager API Reference||Joel Barnum||ISBN 0-471-03872-5, Wiley-QED
|}


Application Development Using OS/2 REXX
{|
Anthony Rudd
|+Not OS/2-related, but newsworthy
ISBN 0-471-60691-X, Wiley-QED
|Enterprise Network Performance Optimization||? Nemzow||ISBN ?, Mc-Graw Hill due July 1994
|-
|Inside the PowerPC Revolution||Dunteman and Pronk||ISBN 1-883577-04-7, Coriolis Group
|-
|PC DOS 6.3: Everything You Need to Know||Jonathan Kamin||ISBN 1-55958-450-5, Prima Publishing
|}


The Art of OS/2 C Programming
==OS/2 Redbooks Issued Within Last Six Months==
Kathleen Panov, Arthur Panov, and Larry Salomon
This report lists the OS/2 Redbooks released within the last six months.
ISBN 0-471-58802-4, Wiley-QED


C and C++ Programming in the OS/2 Environment
Redbooks are "how to" books, written by the most experienced IBM Systems Engineers from all over the world, for professionals, to ease their
Mitra Gopaul
complex tasks. IBM's International Technical Support Organization (ITSO), which has Centers close to IBM's development divisions, produces
ISBN 0-442-01240-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
and publishes the Redbooks, and updates and distributes this list monthly.


Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1, Third Edition
Prices shown are in USD and are valid only in the USA. Prices in other countries may vary.
Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey
ISBN 0-442-01833-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold


A Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2
Users of ITSO Publications are encouraged to provide feedback to improve quality over time. A feedback form is in the back of any Redbook.
Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey
Questions and feedback may also be sent via Internet to REDBOOKS@VNET.IBM.COM.
ISBN 0-442-01798-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold


Cross-Platform Programming in OS/2
*CICS OS/2 V2.0 Sizing and Performance
Len Dorfman
**GG24-4190-00, December 1993, 148 pages, 50 USD
ISBN 0-07-017862-3, McGraw-Hill
*CICS/VSE to CICS OS/2 and CICS/6000: A Guide to Client/Server Solutions
**GG24-4262-00, June 1994, 188 pages, price unavailable
*Developing DCE Applications for AIX, OS/2 and Windows
**GG24-4090-01, April 1994, 308 pages, 42.40 USD
*Introduction to OS/2 2.1 National Language Support
**GG24-4213-00, May 1994, 202 pages, 26 USD
*NetWare Client for OS/2 Installation and Configuration
**GG24-3891-01, December 1993, 186 pages, 25 USD
*OS/2 2.1 Ultimedia Tools
**GG24-4204-00, February 1994, 256 pages, 59 USD
*OS/2 2.11, OS/2.1 for Windows, New OS/2 Device Drivers, and Updates to OS/2 2.1
**GG24-4212-00, May 1994, 440 pages, 29.50 USD
*OS/2 Configuration Techniques: "Cracking" the Workplace Shell
**GG24-4201-00, May 1994, 328 pages, 31 USD
*OS/2 Power Techniques
**GG24-4346-00, May 1994, 1000 pages, 49.95 USD
*OS/2 REXX: From Bark to Byte
**GG24-4199-00, December 1993, 358 pages, 19.95 USD
*TCP/IP V2.0 for OS/2 Installation and Interoperability
**GG24-3531-02, December 1993, 442 pages, 45 USD
*Understanding IBM OS/2 LAN Server Ultimedia Version 1.0
**GG24-4224-00, March 1994, 122 pages, 27 USD
*Using Network Security Program on AIX, OS/2, and DOS Platforms
**GG24-4149-00, April 1994, 158 pages, 53.25 USD
*Using V2R3 DOS and OS/2 PC Support/400 under OS/2 2.1, Including Communications Manager/400, Communications Manager/2, and RUMBA/400 for OS/2
**GG24-4070-00, February 1994, 392 pages, 75 USD


Das grosse Buch zu OS/2 2.1 (German)
==Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, Service Marks==
Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura
{{DSN-tmarks}}
ISBN 3-8158-1064-7, Data Becker Verlag


Designing OS/2 Applications
David Reich
ISBN 0-471-58889-X, John Wiley & Sons
Dvorak's Guide to OS/2 2.1
John Dvorak, David Whittle, and Martin McElroy
ISBN 0-679-74648-X, Random House
Easy OS/2
Shelly O'Hara
ISBN 1-56529-145-X, Sams
Effective Multithreading in OS/2
Len Dorfman
ISBN 0-07-017841-0, McGraw-Hill
Inside OS/2 2.1, Third Edition
Mark Minasi, John Little, Marlene Semple, Bill Camarda, Bill Schindler,
  and Esther Schindler
ISBN 1-56205-206-3, New Riders
Instant OS/2! Porting C Applications to OS/2
Len Dorfman
ISBN 0-8306-4522-5, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
Learn OS/2 in a Day
Brian Dooley
ISBN 1-55622-361-7, Wordware
The Little OS/2 Book
Kay Y. Nelson
ISBN 1-56609-047-4, Peachpit Press
Mastering OS/2 REXX
Gabriel Gargiulo
ISBN 0-471-51901-4, Wiley-QED
Now That I Have OS/2 2.1 On My Computer, What Do I Do Next?
Steve Levenson and Eli Hertz
ISBN 0-442-01832-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 2.1 Application Programmer's Guide
Jody Kelly, Craig Swearingen, Dawn Bezviner, and Theodore Shrader
ISBN 0-442-01736-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
The OS/2 2.1 Bible
Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura
ISBN 1-55755-174-X, Abacus
OS/2 2.1 Complete
Peter Franken
ISBN 1-55755-184-7, Abacus
The OS/2 2.1 Corporate Programmer's Handbook
Nora Scholin, Martin Sullivan, and Robin Scragg
ISBN 0-442-01598-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 2.1 Power Techniques
author ?
ISBN 1-56529-286-3, Que
OS/2 2.1 Programming
Herbert Schildt and Robert Goosey
ISBN 0-07-881910-5, Osborne/McGraw-Hill
The OS/2 2.1 REXX Handbook
Hallette German
ISBN 0-442-01734-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 2.11 Unleashed
David Moskowitz and David Kerr
ISBN 0-672-30445-7, Sams
OS/2 2.1 Workplace Shell Programming
author ? Maruzzi
ISBN 0-679-79162-0, Random House
OS/2 2.x Notebook: Best of OS/2 Developer
Dick Conklin, editor
ISBN 0-442-01522-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 Applications Directory
ISBN 74770-78003-8, Miller Freeman/IBM
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume I: Introduction to OS/2 2.1
Craig Chambers, Jim Crump, Paul McPeek, and Larry Pollis
ISBN 1-884988-00-8, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume II: Introduction to OS/2 Programming
Craig Chambers, Feite Kraay, and Larry Pollis
ISBN 1-884988-01-6, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume III: Introduction to OS/2 Connectivity
Paul McPeek, Bob Reed, Greg Stuchell, and Craig Chambers
ISBN 1-884988-02-4, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume IV: Introduction to System Object Model
John Boudreaux, Jonathan Rossi, Dave Sterner, and Craig Chambers
ISBN 1-884988-03-2, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Batch Files to Go
Ronny Richardson
ISBN 0-07-052370-3, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
OS/2 Extra! VIO, KBD, and MOU Special Functions Revealed
Len Dorfman and Marc Neuberger, editors
ISBN 0-8306-4567-5, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
OS/2 for Dummies
Andy Rathbone
ISBN 1-878058-76-2, IDG
OS/2 for Non-Nerds
Bruce Hallberg
ISBN 1-56205-153-9, New Riders
OS/2 for Windows Users
Sharon Crawford and Charlie Russell
ISBN 0-7821-1528-4, Sybex
OS/2 Inside & Out
Kathy Ivens and Brian Proffit
ISBN 0-07-881871-0, Osborne
OS/2 Instant Reference
Peter Dyson
ISBN 0-7821-1179-3, Sybex
OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming
Charles Petzold
ISBN 1-56276-123-4, Ziff-Davis Press
OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming for COBOL Programmers, Revised
  Edition for OS/2 2.1
Robert Chapman
ISBN 0-471-56140-1, Wiley-QED
OS/2 Secrets and Solutions
Peter Dyson
ISBN 0-7821-1281-1, Sybex
OS/2 V2 C++ Class Library: Power GUI Programming with C Set ++
William Law, Kevin Leong, Robert Love, and Hiroshi Tsuji
ISBN 0-442-01795-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
PC Learning Labs Teaches OS/2 2.1
by Logical Operations
ISBN 1-56276-148-X, Ziff-Davis
Performance 2.1: A Fine-Tuning Kit for OS/2 2.1
Tony Pereira
ISBN ?, Clear & Simple
Quick Reference Guide for OS/2 2.1
George T. Lynch
ISBN 1-56243-119-6, DDC
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 1: Win Functions
Nora Scholin
ISBN 0-442-01897-5, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Real-World Programming for OS/2 2.1
Derrel R. Blain, Kurt R. Delimon, and Jeff English
ISBN 0-672-30300-0, Sams
REXX Reference Summary Handbook
Dick Goran
ISBN 0-96398-541-8, CFS Nevada
The Shell Collection: OS/2 2.1 Utilities
Steven Levenson
ISBN 0-442-01585-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Stacker for OS/2 and DOS: An Illustrated Tutorial
Lisa Heller
ISBN 0-07-027986-1, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
Stepping Up to OS/2 2.1
Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura
ISBN 1-55755-185-5, Abacus
Teach Yourself OS/2 2.1
Judi Fernandez
ISBN 1-55828-282-3, MIS Press
Teach Yourself OS/2 2.1 in a Week
Carol Thomas
ISBN 0-672-30360-4, Sams
10-Minute Guide to OS/2 2.1
Herb Tyson
ISBN 1-56761-185-0, Alpha
Thinking Person's Guide to OS/2 2.1
Maria Tyne
ISBN 0-471-60306-6, Wiley-QED
Using OS/2 2.1, Third Edition
Barry Nance, Caroline Halliday, and Greg Chicares
ISBN 1-56529-635-4, Que
Using Workplace OS/2: Power User's Guide
Lori Brown and Jeff Howard
ISBN 0-442-01590-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Van Wolverton's Guide to OS/2
Van Wolverton and Jim Meade
ISBN 0-679-74877-6, Random House
Voodoo OS/2
Allen G. Taylor
ISBN 1-566-04066-3, Ventana
Windows Vs. OS/2: The GUI-OOUI War
Theo Mandel
ISBN 0-442-01750-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Writing OS/2 Device Drivers in C, Second Edition
Steve Mastrianni
ISBN 0-442-01729-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Your OS/2 2.1 Consultant
Herb Tyson
ISBN 0-672-30317-5, Sams
March 1994
----------
Downsizing to OS/2 2.1
author ?
ISBN 1-56205-244-6, New Riders
OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Power Users
IBM authors
ISBN 1-56529-286-3, Que
April
-----
The Ultimate OS/2 Programmer's Manual
John Mueller
ISBN 0-07-043972-9, McGraw-Hill
June
----
OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Developers
author ?
ISBN 1-56529-287-1, Que
July
----
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This concludes 1994 Issue 8 of IBM PSP Developer Support News. Please let us know how we can improve it; see the beginning of the newsletter for ways to contact us. Thank you!
Object-Oriented Programming Using SOM and DSOM
? Lau
ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
Objects for OS/2 2.1
Bruce Tate, Scott Danforth, and Paul Koenen
ISBN 0-442-01738-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
The OS/2 2.x Handbook
William Zack
ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 2: Message Functions
Nora Scholin
ISBN 0-442-01898-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
Teach Yourself REXX in 21 Days
Bill and Esther Schindler
ISBN 0-672-305291, Sams
 
August
------
 
Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1 (Chinese translation)
Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey
ISBN ?, Hope Computer Co.
 
Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1 (Japanese translation)
Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey
ISBN ?, ITL Japan
 
A Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2 (Chinese translation)
Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey
ISBN ?, Hope Computer Co.
 
Hajimete Tsukau OS/2 (Using OS/2 for the First Time) (Japanese)
author ?
ISBN ?, Keigaku Publishing
 
Motto Shiritai OS/2 (Knowing OS/2 Better) (Japanese)
author ?
ISBN ?, I-Mate Co., Ltd.
 
OS/2 Daisuki! (I Love OS/2!) (Japanese)
author ?
ISBN ?, Ohmsha, Ltd.
 
OS/2 Real Time (Japanese translation)
author ?
ISBN ?, Gijutsu Hroron Co., Ltd.
 
The OS/2 Survival Kit
Brian Proffit
ISBN ?, Addison-Wesley
 
OS/2 User No Tame OS/2 (Japanese version of Sybex's OS/2 for Windows
  Users)
Crawford and Russell
ISBN ?, ASCII Corp.
 
Windows in OS/2: Insider's Guide to WIN-OS/2
Tim Shortley
ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
September
---------
 
The Design of OS/2 2.1, 2nd Edition
Mike Kogan and ? Deitel
ISBN 0-201-52886-X, Addison-Wesley
 
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 3: Workplace Shell
Nora Scholin
ISBN 0-442-01899-1, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
The Ultimate OS/2 File Management Kit
Dorfman and Stegner
ISBN 007-911882-8, McGraw-Hill
 
October
-------
 
Lotus Notes in the OS/2 Environment
Dennis Walsh
ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
OS/2 Object-Oriented Programming
Russell Jacobs
ISBN ?, Que
 
OS/2 Remote Communications: Asynchronous to Synchronous T&T
Ken Stonecipher
ISBN 0-442-01814-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
Writing VX-REXX Programs
Ronny Richardson
ISBN 0-07-9119-10, McGraw-Hill
 
November
--------
 
OS/2 for Everyone
Doug Azzarito and David Green
ISBN 0-471-06083-6, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 2.x Control Program API Reference
Marc Stock
0-471-03887-3, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Developers
IBM authors
ISBN 1-56529-287-1, Que
 
OS/2 VX-REXX Programming
author ?
ISBN ?, McGraw-Hill
 
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 4: GPI Functions
Nora Scholin
ISBN 0-442-01900-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
December
--------
 
The Art of OS/2 2.x C Programming
Kathleen Panov, Arthur Panov, and Larry Salomon
ISBN 0-471-08633-9, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 2.x Workplace Shell SOM
Marc Stock
0-471-08373-3, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 Workplace Shell API Reference
Mindy Pollack
0-471-03872-5, Wiley-QED
 
January 1995
------------
 
OS/2 for the Impatient
author ?
ISBN ?, Addison-Wesley
 
OS/2 2.x Presentation Manager for Power Programmers
Stern and Morrow
ISBN 0-471-05839-4, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 Secrets
Carole Patton
ISBN 1-56884-084-5, IDG
 
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 5: DOS Functions
Nora Scholin
ISBN 0-442-01901-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
March 1995
----------
 
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 6: Miscellaneous
  Functions
Nora Scholin
ISBN 0-442-01902-5, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
Date to be Determined
---------------------
 
DDE for OS/2 Programmers
? Puchtel
ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
Independent Platform Coding
author ?
ISBN ?, IBM/McGraw-Hill
 
OS/2 in the Fast Lane (2.1 edition)
Bill Camarda
ISBN 1-56205-126-1, New Riders
 
OS/2 and NetWare Programming: Using the NetWare Client API for C
Lori Gauthier
ISBN 0-442-01815-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
 
OS/2 and Connectivity
author ?
ISBN ?, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 and Networking
author ?
ISBN ?, Wiley-QED
 
OS/2 Presentation Manager API Reference
Joel Barnum
ISBN 0-471-03872-5, Wiley-QED
 
Not OS/2-related, but newsworthy
--------------------------------
 
Enterprise Network Performance Optimization
? Nemzow
ISBN ?, Mc-Graw Hill
due July 1994
 
Inside the PowerPC Revolution
Dunteman and Pronk
ISBN 1-883577-04-7, Coriolis Group
 
PC DOS 6.3: Everything You Need to Know
Jonathan Kamin
ISBN 1-55958-450-5, Prima Publishing
 
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            +---------------------------------------------+
            | OS/2 Redbooks Issued Within Last Six Months |        6red
            +---------------------------------------------+
 
This report lists the OS/2 Redbooks released within the last six months.
 
Redbooks are "how to" books, written by the most experienced IBM Systems
Engineers from all over the world, for professionals, to ease their
complex tasks. IBM's International Technical Support Organization
(ITSO), which has Centers close to IBM's development divisions, produces
and publishes the Redbooks, and updates and distributes this list
monthly.
 
Prices shown are in USD and are valid only in the USA.  Prices in other
countries may vary.
 
Users of ITSO Publications are encouraged to provide feedback to improve
quality over time. A feedback form is in the back of any Redbook.
Questions and feedback may also be sent via Internet to
REDBOOKS@VNET.IBM.COM.
 
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CICS OS/2 V2.0 Sizing and Performance
GG24-4190-00, December 1993, 148 pages, 50 USD
 
CICS/VSE to CICS OS/2 and CICS/6000: A Guide to Client/Server Solutions
GG24-4262-00, June 1994, 188 pages, price unavailable
 
Developing DCE Applications for AIX, OS/2 and Windows
GG24-4090-01, April 1994, 308 pages, 42.40 USD
 
Introduction to OS/2 2.1 National Language Support
GG24-4213-00, May 1994, 202 pages, 26 USD
 
NetWare Client for OS/2 Installation and Configuration
GG24-3891-01, December 1993, 186 pages, 25 USD
 
OS/2 2.1 Ultimedia Tools
GG24-4204-00, February 1994, 256 pages, 59 USD
 
OS/2 2.11, OS/2.1 for Windows, New OS/2 Device Drivers, and Updates to
OS/2 2.1
GG24-4212-00, May 1994, 440 pages, 29.50 USD
 
OS/2 Configuration Techniques: "Cracking" the Workplace Shell
GG24-4201-00, May 1994, 328 pages, 31 USD
 
OS/2 Power Techniques
GG24-4346-00, May 1994, 1000 pages, 49.95 USD
 
OS/2 REXX: From Bark to Byte
GG24-4199-00, December 1993, 358 pages, 19.95 USD
 
TCP/IP V2.0 for OS/2 Installation and Interoperability
GG24-3531-02, December 1993, 442 pages, 45 USD
 
Understanding IBM OS/2 LAN Server Ultimedia Version 1.0
GG24-4224-00, March 1994, 122 pages, 27 USD
 
Using Network Security Program on AIX, OS/2, and DOS Platforms
GG24-4149-00, April 1994, 158 pages, 53.25 USD
 
Using V2R3 DOS and OS/2 PC Support/400 under OS/2 2.1, Including
Communications Manager/400, Communications Manager/2, and RUMBA/400 for
OS/2
GG24-4070-00, February 1994, 392 pages, 75 USD
 
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                      +-------------------+
                      | 800 Phone Numbers |                      800nos
                      +-------------------+
 
The 800 phone numbers below come from two sources:
(1) This issue and preceding issues of PSP Developer Support News
(2) Information posted on IBM internal forums.
 
Common Desktop Environment Developers Conference          1-800-225-4698
OS/2 Multimedia Tools                                    1-800-228-8584
OS/2 Performance Beta I CD-ROM                            1-800-251-2177
IBM PSP Developer Support Marketing Center              * 1-800-285-2936
Housing Management for OS/2 Technical Update '94          1-800-338-6638
IBM LAN Server 4.0 Beta                                  1-800-339-8922
    (in Canada, 1-800-561-5293)
OS/2 Sales                                                1-800-342-6672
    (in Canada, 1-800-465-7999)
PC DOS Beta-Test Hotline                                * 1-800-368-8365
IBM International Marketing Information                  1-800-426-1774
IBM National Telesales Marketing (IBMCALL)                1-800-426-2255
IBM Cary (North Carolina) Customer Center                1-800-426-2279
Boca Raton Technical Services Software System Test        1-800-426-2622
IBM Direct                                                1-800-426-2968
    (in Canada, 1-800-465-7999)
DCE Client for Windows Beta Program and                  1-800-426-3040
  LAN NetView Extended Beta Test
    (in Canada, 1-800-561-5293)
IBM general information                                  1-800-426-3333
    (in Canada, 1-800-465-1234)
IBM Business Partner Locator (PS/2 Dealers)              1-800-426-3377
IBM FAX Information Service                              1-800-426-4329
    (in Canada, HELPFAX, 1-800-465-3299)
IBM Worldwide Industry Hardware Support                  1-800-426-4579
PS/2, PS/1, PC publications                              1-800-426-7282
Skill Dynamics (Education)                                1-800-426-8322
    (in Canada, 1-800-661-2131)
The Corner Store                                          1-800-428-9672
Programmer's Paradise                                    1-800-445-7899
Integrated Systems Solutions Corporation                  1-800-472-4772
ColoradOS/2 Conference                                  * 1-800-481-3389
Personal Software Products Advertising Program            1-800-491-5740
OS/2 2.1 and OS/2 2.1 for Windows ServicePaks            1-800-494-3044
CompuServe Membership                                  * 1-800-524-3388
Personal Systems Competency Center + TALKLink (OS2BBS)    1-800-547-1283
    (in Canada: IBMLink, 1-800-268-3100;
    Customer Assistance group, 1-800-465-1234)
IBM AntiVirus Direct                                      1-800-551-3579
Software Vendor Systems Center                            1-800-553-1623
several Developer Assistance Programs                  * 1-800-627-8363
Berlitz Translation Services                              1-800-628-4808
    (in Canada, 1-800-387-5500)
IBM Developer Connection for OS/2                        1-800-633-8266
    (in Canada, 1-800-561-5293)
IBM Direct Response Marketing                            1-800-633-8266
OS/2 Technical Update '94 Registration                    1-800-636-6634
GEnie                                                    1-800-638-8369
Carlson Travel Network (for OS/2 Technical Update '94)    1-800-666-8889
IBM Custom Application Porting Workshops                  1-800-678-31UP
Personal Systems Technical Solutions magazine            1-800-678-8014
Delphi                                                    1-800-695-4005
CGI Systems                                              1-800-722-1866
IBM AntiVirus Services Marketing                          1-800-742-2493
IBM Support Family Information Center                    1-800-742-9235
IBM Midwestern Customer Service Center                    1-800-756-4426
Personal Systems HelpCenter                              1-800-772-2227
    (in Canada, 1-800-237-5511)
PRODIGY                                                  1-800-776-0845
                                                      and 1-800-776-3449
Indelible Blue, Inc.                                      1-800-776-8284
Personal Systems Support Family                          1-800-799-7765
America Online                                            1-800-827-6364
IBM Technical Directory                                  1-800-832-4347
Business Depot, Inc.                                      1-800-844-8448
CompuServe                                              * 1-800-848-8199
IBM PSP Technical Interchange Registration              * 1-800-872-7109
IBM Publications (Software Manufacturing Solutions)      1-800-879-2755
IBM Ultimedia Tools Series                                1-800-887-7771
PenDOS Software Developer Kit                            1-800-888-8242
IBM Software Manufacturing Company                        1-800-926-0364
OS/2 Developer magazine                                  1-800-926-8672
OS/2 Free Seminar Enrollment                              1-800-937-3737
DB2 Technical Conference                                  1-800-955-1238
Drake Training and Technologies (for Professional      * 1-800-959-3926
  Certification Program from IBM)
IBM Customer Support Center                              1-800-967-7882
Personal Software Products Support Center (Defect report) 1-800-992-4777
    (in Canada, 1-800-465-2222)
 
* indicates the number works in Canada also
 
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        +--------------------------------------------------+
        | Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, Service Marks |    tmarks
        +--------------------------------------------------+
 
(R)  AIX, AIX SystemView NetView/6000, APL2, APL2/6000, Application
    System/400, AS/400, AT, Audio Visual Connection, BookManager,
    Communications Manager/2, C Set/2, DB2, DisplayWrite, HelpCenter,
    HelpWare, IBM, ImagePlus, LAN NetView, LAN NetView Fix, LAN NetView
    Manage, LAN NetView Monitor, LAN NetView Scan, LAN NetView Monitor,
    LAN Server, Micro Channel, NetView, NetView/6000, Operating
    System/2, Operating System/400, OS/2, OS/400, Pen for OS/2,
    Personal Computer AT, Personal System/2, Presentation Manager,
    PS/1, PS/2, RISC System/6000, RISC/6000, S/390, SQL/400, Systems
    Application Architecture, TALKLink, ThinkPad, Ultimedia, and XGA
    are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corp.
 
(R)  Apple, Bento, and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple
    Computer Corp.
(R)  ATI is a registered trademark of ATI Technologies, Inc.
(R)  BIX is a registered trademark of General Videotex Corp.
(R)  Cirrus Logic is a registered trademark of Cirrus Technology, Inc.
(R)  COMDEX is a registered trademark of The Interface Group, Inc.
(R)  CompuServe is a registered trademark of CompuServe, Inc.
(R)  Computer Associates is a registered trademark of Computer
    Associates International, Inc.
(R)  dBASE is a registered trademark of Borland International.
(R)  Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corp.
(R)  GEnie is a registered service mark of General Electric Information
    Services Co.
(R)  Headland is a registered trademark of Headland, Inc.
(R)  Hitachi is a registered trademark of Hitachi Corp.
(R)  HP, LaserJet, DeskJet, OpenView, and PaintJet are registered
    trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Co.
(R)  IEEE is a registered trademark of The Institute of Electrical and
    Electronics Engineers.
(R)  Intel and Indeo are registered trademarks of Intel Corp.
(R)  Internet is a registered trademark of Internet, Inc.
(R)  ISO is a registered trademark of the International Organization for
    Standardization.
(R)  Lotus, Lotus Notes, and 1-2-3 are registered trademarks of Lotus
    Development Corp.
(R)  MicroGate is a registered trademark of Gateway Microsystems, Inc.
(R)  Microsoft and Microsoft C are registered trademarks of Microsoft
    Corp.
(R)  NEC is a registered trademark of NEC Corp.
(R)  NetWare, NetWare Server, and Novell are registered trademarks of
    Novell, Inc.
(R)  Object Management Group and OMG are registered trademarks of Object
    Management Group, Inc.
(R)  OPEN LOOK and UNIX are registered trademarks of UNIX System
    Laboratories, Inc.
(R)  Oracle is a registered trademark of Oracle Corp.
(R)  PenDOS is a registered trademark of Communication Intelligence
    Corp.
(R)  PRODIGY is a registered trademark of PRODIGY Services Corp.
(R)  Sony is a registered trademark of Sony Corp.
(R)  Sybase is a registered trademark of Sybase, Inc.
(R)  Taligent is a registered trademark of Taligent, Inc.
(R)  ToolTalk and SunSoft are registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems,
    Inc.
(R)  Toshiba is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corp.
(R)  True Type is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
(R)  UNIX is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.
(R)  Walt Disney World is a registered trademark of Walt Disney
    Productions.
(R)  Western Digital is a registered trademark of Western Digital Corp.
(R)  WordPerfect is a registered trademark of WordPerfect Corp.
(R)  Xerox is a registered trademark of Xerox Corp.
 
(TM) AIX/6000, APPN, Certified LAN Server Engineer, Certified OS/2
    Engineer, CICS, CICS/ESA, CICS MVS, CICS OS/2, CICS VSE, Common
    User Access, C Set ++, CUA, Current, DATABASE 2, DataHub, DB2,
    DB2/2, DB2/6000, DDCS/2, The Developer Connection for OS/2,
    DISTRIBUTED DATABASE CONNECTION SERVICES/2, Distributed Relational
    Database Architecture, DRDA, Extended Services for OS/2, IBMLink,
    IMS Client Server/2, Information Warehouse, LANStreamer, Library
    Reader, LinkWay, Matinee, Midware, Multimedia Presentation
    Manager/2, Natural Computing, NAVIGATOR, PCjr, PenAssist, PowerPC,
    PowerPC 601, PowerOpen, RETAIN, SAA, Skill Dynamics, Skill Dynamics
    Canada, SOM, SOMobjects, SQL/DS, Storyboard, SuperStor/DS,
    Ultimotion, VSE/ESA, WIN-OS/2, VisualAge, VisualGen, Workplace
    Shell, and XT are trademarks of International Business Machines
    Corp.
 
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New Internal Zip for IBM Developer Assistance Program

The IBM Developer Assistance Program has relocated within the IBM Boca Raton, Florida facility. Our new internal zip is 5407. Our complete mailing address is now:

Developer Assistance Program
Internal zip 5407
IBM Corporation
1000 n.w. 51st St.
Boca Raton FL 33431 USA

Our phone numbers have not changed. They are still 1-407-982-6408 (voice) and 1-407-998-7610 (fax).

IBM Offers Simplified, Enhanced LAN Server 4.0 Beta

IBM announces the release of a beta testing program for LAN Server 4.0, the next version of its powerful multiplatform network operating system. IBM is also extending support for LAN Server 3.0 products through December 1995.

The beta versions of LAN Server 4.0 Advanced and LAN Server 4.0 Entry will be available to customers, resellers, and developers in mid-July.

Highlights

The new products address key customer needs with simplified installation and configuration, enhanced usability and administration, and improved reference publications. Chief among the new features is a graphical user interface (GUI).

Enhancements

Several usability enhancements make LAN Server 4.0 even more attractive to small businesses or departments which will be able to install and use their systems quickly. Larger customers will enjoy additional automation features along with the new, easy-to-use graphical user interface.

Chief among the new features is an object-oriented, drag-and-drop, graphical user interface (GUI) designed to provide installation with few end-user interactions. The GUI also enables system administrators to easily set up users, groups, and associated resources.

The new, smaller, faster DOS/Windows requestor has a GUI that offers an alternative to the command line for functions such as installation, changing passwords, and connecting to network resources. The DOS/Windows requestor leaves more than 610 KB of memory free for customer applications. Users can perform all functions from the command line, the GUI, or the 32-bit network API. The DOS/Windows requestor now provides peer services for sharing resources, including file and print, with other requestors without server involvement.

The LAN Server 4.0 beta provides support for networked Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE) clients and clipboard for OS/2 and Windows clients.

Improved Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) support in this version provides a 200 percent performance boost, and the TCP/IP and support for NetBIOS over TCP/IP are now included with LAN Server. This eliminates the need to purchase separate TCP/IP packages.

Interoperability with NTAS and Windows for Workgroups is improved by removing length restrictions on domains, names, user IDs, and machine names.

By using predefined defaults and automatic adapter identification, the LAN Server 4.0 beta installation requires fewer steps. Users also can fine-tune and customize the product after it is installed.

The documentation has been abridged and simplified to provide systems administrators with answers to at least 80 percent of the questions or problems likely to be encountered during the first 30 days of use.

The enhancements listed above are common to both LAN Server Entry and LAN Server Advanced.

LAN Server Advanced

In addition to the features mentioned above, LAN Server Advanced also offers capacity improvements that enhance performance when LAN Server is running its maximum of 1,000 clients.

An additional Advanced version feature, "enforced disk space limits," provides better management capability by letting system administrators allocate specific amounts of disk space to end users and to limit space per user. This version also offers Pentium optimization for better performance.

Migration from LAN Server 4.0 Entry to the Advanced version is as simple as loading the Advanced version. User and resource definitions are compatible.

Participating in the Beta

LATE NEWS:

Due to the high volume of requests for the recently announced LAN Server 4.0 beta CD-ROM, the stock of CDs available has been exhausted. No further production of additional CDs is planned for this beta program. Thus, no order will be taken if you call the advertised fulfillment number for the beta program.

Electronic shipment of the LAN Server 4.0 beta program is still available via the internal IBM VM Network.

LAN Systems is pleased by the initial interest and sellout of the beta CD-ROM. We look forward to receiving customer feedback to improve the final LAN Server 4.0 product.

Question-and-Answer Support

  • On CompuServe
Use the LAN Server 4.0 section of the IBM OS/2 PSPBETA Forum.
  • On the IBM OS/2 BBS:
Access the OS/2 Question-and-Answer Bulletin Board, page down, and select the LS40BETA topic.

To demonstrate its continuing commitment to LAN Server 3.0 and to providing quality support, IBM is extending the LAN Server 3.0 and LAN Server for Macintosh service period until 31 December 1995.

Upgrade, Promotional Packages Offered

IBM also announces LAN Server 3.0 purchase incentives, both for new and existing LAN Server customers. These special offerings make OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 available at substantial savings, and also gives customers up to 50 percent discounts when they upgrade to OS/2 LAN Server 4.0.

From now until 90 days after LAN Server 4.0 is available, customers who purchase LAN Server 3.0 can upgrade to version 4.0 for half the normal upgrade price.

Also, through 28 October 1994, customers also can buy a LAN Server 3.0 package which includes 12 clients for 900 USD (and 900 CDN in Canada), the price of the clients alone. An Advanced version gives customers LAN Server 3.0 Advanced plus 35 clients for 2,625 USD (and 2,625 CDN in Canada), the price of the clients alone. Dealer prices may vary. Both of these promotions include the half-price upgrade to LAN Server 4.0, and will be offered through 28 October 1994.

To acquire the next version of OS/2 LAN Server, you must provide a dated proof of license for IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0. An acceptable proofs is one of the following:

  • Your receipt or invoice for IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0, dated on or after 28 June 1994
  • A letter on your company's letterhead stating that you are replacing your OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 with the future OS/2 LAN Server product, and that you acquired OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 on or after 28 June 1994.

When ordering via an IBM 800 number, these proofs may be faxed to the number provided by the 800 number representative.

The upgrade offering and client/server bundles are available by calling IBM Fulfillment Headquarters at 1-800-3IBMOS2, or IBM Direct at 1-800-426-2255, within the USA.

LAN Server 3.0 Support Extended

To demonstrate its continuing commitment to LAN Server 3.0 and to providing quality support, IBM is extending its LAN Server 3.0 and LAN Server for Macintosh service period through 31 December 1995.

PC DOS Upgrade Available Worldwide on the Internet in 14 Languages

The IBM PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade special offering is now available worldwide via anonymous FTP on the Internet.

This special accommodation is being made available to licensed users of PC DOS 6.1, and will be available until 30 September 1994.

The following PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade national-language versions are available for downloading:

 Brazilian Portuguese       Norwegian
 Danish                     Portuguese
 Dutch                      Russian
 French                     Spanish
 Finnish                    Swedish
 German                     U.K. English
 Italian                    U.S. English

The anonymous FTP Internet address for the PC DOS 6.1 to 6.3 Upgrade is PCDOS.BocaRaton.IBM.COM (198.97.66.7).

While the software is available at no charge, you may be required to pay connect charges to the networking service you use.

IBM PC DOS 6.1 must be already be installed for this upgrade to work.

OpenDoc Alpha for OS/2

IBM has made its OpenDoc for OS/2 alpha software available to developers as part of the IBM Personal Software Products Developer Connection CD-ROM. Developers can use the alpha code to familiarize themselves with the OpenDoc application programming interface and function while learning to program sample OpenDoc component parts in OS/2. IBM demonstrated OpenDoc on OS/2 publicly for the first time at PC Expo in New York City in late June.

Collaborative Effort

OpenDoc technology is currently a collaborative effort by Apple Computer, IBM, and WordPerfect, who have pooled their technologies for developing and integrating component software through the OpenDoc architecture. IBM System Object Model technology is one of four core technologies that underpin OpenDoc, a component-based compound document architecture that enables programmers to re-use software components and gives users the ability to create customized features such as drag-and-drop and shredders.

Software Re-Use

"OpenDoc enables the true re-use of software components so that our developers can write less code and can create more functionally rich applications in less time," said Cliff Reeves, director of object-enabling technology for IBM Personal Software Products division. With OpenDoc, applications will be delivered more economically and will be flexible and extensible. Developers will be able to adapt them more quickly to new technologies and to users' needs."

New Paradigm for Developers and End Users

OpenDoc's component software architecture will enable software developers to focus on their areas of expertise, because they no longer will have to recreate all the features of an application themselves. With OpenDoc, developers can begin converting code for existing modules of code into components, which they can re-use to deliver more integrated products with shorter programming cycles and quicker time to market, reducing development costs.

For users, OpenDoc delivers a new paradigm for creating documents by enabling multiple applications to work on the same document. With OpenDoc, users can integrate live data from varying applications such as spreadsheets, graphics, multimedia applications into a single document intuitively and interactively. Users can view and edit text, graphics, and multimedia content within documents without having to invoke separate applications.

IBM's System Object Model Standard

OpenDoc includes technology from IBM, Apple, and WordPerfect. IBM contributed the System Object Model (SOM). SOM has been available as part of the OS/2 Workplace Shell for more than two years, and is a well-established technology.

"The software industry is driving toward open standards and component-based software such as OpenDoc," said Reeves. "To jump-start that process, IBM has made the source code for SOM technology widely available to the industry in order to create a standard way to package and access objects, thereby establishing a path for interoperability across platforms."

Because SOM technology is language-neutral, software developers can create OpenDoc application components using multiple languages, ranging from object-oriented languages such as C++ and Smalltalk to traditional procedural languages such as C and COBOL. This development process is not possible with proprietary object paradigms, such as Microsoft's Object Linking and Embedding (OLE).

Currently, nine tool vendors have licensed SOM technology for incorporation in their products. They include MetaWare, ParcPlace Systems, Easel Corp., Intelligent Environments, and Symantec, among others. IBM anticipates that another 20 vendors will license the technology by the end of 1994.

Interoperability Across All Platforms

OpenDoc will span all popular desktop and server platforms, and will integrate individual desktops with enterprise information systems. SOM complies with the Object Management Group's Common Object Request Broker Architecture specification, CORBA, which makes objects work across platforms. SOM and Distributed System Object Model will be available soon in non-OS/2 OpenDoc platforms, extending OpenDoc component brokering to heterogeneous networks.

Interoperability with OLE

OpenDoc's Open Linking and Embedding of Objects provides a set of class libraries that will enable seamless interoperability with OLE. The OpenDoc strategy is to allow objects developed today for OLE 2.0 to run in the OpenDoc world, and OpenDoc components to embed in OLE applications. Open Linking and Embedding of Objects will enable bi-directional interoperability between OpenDoc and Microsoft OLE 2.0 for users and developers. Engineers from major ISVs are continuously working on the OpenDoc API to assure that it meets the latest Microsoft OLE 2.0 support requirements.

CI Labs: Ensuring Industry Access

CI Labs, San Francisco, Calif., will provide the technological specifications and foundation technology for this architecture, and will license and promote the technologies contributed by sponsor companies and distribute them as reference source code. In addition to the current sponsor companies - Apple, IBM, and WordPerfect - support for OpenDoc will be provided by Novell, the SunSoft division of Sun Microsystems, Taligent, and the XSoft division of Xerox Corp.

In addition to IBM's OpenDoc for OS/2, alpha releases of WordPerfect's OpenDoc for Windows and Apple's OpenDoc for Macintosh also are available. Beta testing on all platforms will be conducted during the summer and fall.

A Distributed Object Roadmap For Developers

(This article will appear in magazine form in the September/October issue of OS/2 Developer and is reprinted in DSNEWS with permission from the publisher, Miller Freeman, Inc.)

by Cliff Reeves, Bob Orfali, and Dan Harkey

The new generation of multitasking desktop OSs - such as OS/2 - has the potential to radically change the nature of distributed computing. Instead of the classic client/server model, we can envisage the day when hundreds of millions of machines will be both clients and servers. To take advantage of these new forms of distributed computing, information systems will be created by assembling live blobs of intelligence and data in infinite numbers of Lego-like arrangements. Today's monolithic applications will be broken down into self-managing components that can play together and roam across networks and operating systems. Distributed objects are our best hope for realizing this potential - they represent the ultimate form of client/server distribution.

Objects are self-managing intelligent entities that are infinitely malleable. They allow us to distribute intelligence at a very fine-grained level, and at the same time they can be used to encapsulate existing applications. However, for objects to realize their distributed potential - both on the desktop and across client/server networks - they require an infrastructure. We will use a hardware analogy - the IBM PC - to explain the pieces of this infrastructure, and how they come together. We explain where CORBA, SOMobjects, OpenDoc, and Taligent fit. The PC created a very successful industry. We believe that the distributed object infrastructure offers a similar opportunity for software developers.

ORB: The Software Bus

The single most important component in the original PC was the hardware bus - it was open, and allowed any vendor's adapter to plug in. The object equivalent of an open bus is the Object Request Broker (ORB). Fortunately, this time around, our industry anticipated the need for a software bus and the Object Management Group (OMG) - a consortium of 400 vendors - was founded in 1989 to create distributed object standards before any major products were introduced. The result was the Common Object Request Broker Architecture or CORBA (see Reference 1).

CORBA defines how server objects expose their service interfaces to the bus, and how clients can call these server objects using static or dynamic API method invocations (see Figure 1). Currently, the CORBA 1.1 software bus supports cross-language and cross-platform object interactions. Commercial examples of CORBA-compliant ORBs include IBM's DSOM, HP's DOMF, and SunSoft's DOE. CORBA 2.0, due late 1994, provides a standard for intergalactic object communications across multivendor ORBs.

                 Client                  Server
  /-------------------------\         /-------------------------\
 |                           |       |                           |
 |              (Object)     |       | (Objects)                 |
 |                | A        |       |   | A                     |
  \|--------|-----|-|-------/         \--|-|-----------|--------|/
   |________|     | |                    | |           |________|
 +----------------|-|--------+       +---|-|---------------------+
 | CORBA API      | |        |       |   | | CORBA Object Adapter|
 +----------------|-|--------+       +---|-|---------------------+
                  | |                    | |
  /-------------- |-|--------------------|-|---------------------\
/                 | +--------------------+ |    CORBA Object       \
\                 +------------------------+    Request Broker     /
  \--------------------------------------------------------------/

Figure 1. Client/Server Object Interactions on a CORBA ORB

The Common Object Services Every Bus Must Provide

One of the painful lessons learned from the PC was that the bus quickly became the single worst bottleneck in the system - it was not designed for high-bandwidth and expansion. Luckily, the object industry did not fall into this trap. OMG divided the bus design activity into the ORB and the Common Object Services that every ORB must provide (see Figure 2). These add-on services are object classes that are defined using the CORBA Interface Definition Language (IDL).

End User   +-------------------+ +-------------------+  Late 1994:
Appli-     |     Application   | |      Common       |  - Compound
cations    |       Objects     | |    Facilities     |    Documents
           |                   | |                   |  - E-mail
           |(Objects) (Objects)| |(Objects) (Objects)|  - Database
           +---|---------|-----+ +---|---------|-----+    access
               |         |           |         |
          /-------------------------------------------\
        /          CORBA Object Request Broker          \
        \                                               /
          \-------------------------------------------/
               |         |           |         |
Early 1994:+---|---------|-----------|---------|-----+  Future:
- Naming   |(Objects) (Objects)   (Objects) (Objects)|  - Transactions
- Lifecycle|                                         |  - Security
- Persist- |                                         |  - Concurrency
   ence    |            Object Services              |  - Relationships
- Events   +-----------------------------------------+  - Data
                                                          Interchange

Figure 2. Components of the OMG Software Bus for Objects

So, instead of one giant monolithic bus, OMG created a bus with modular add-on object services, each defined by leading industry experts in a software middleware area. Each add-on provides an essential object service for the bus. This is the ultimate in modular bus design. The OMG has currently defined standards for four Common Object Services:

  • The Object Lifecycle Service defines operations for creating, copying, moving, and deleting objects on the bus. These operations can also handle associations between groups of related objects. For example, if you move a document, the service is smart enough to also move its embedded object parts - this will help us deploy nomadic objects that roam on the bus. The service also defines interfaces to factories that can create new objects on different machines.
  • The Object Persistence Service allows objects to persist beyond the application that creates the object or the clients that use it. The service is designed for maximum flexibility. It can accommodate a variety of storage services, including ODBMSs, RDBMSs, document filing systems (like Bento), and others. The idea was to create an open implementation that meets the different storage requirements of objects - it encompasses the needs of large-grained objects (such as documents) as well as fine-grained objects (such as SQL table rows).
  • The Object Naming Service allows objects on the bus to locate other objects. This service can use existing network directories such as ISO X.500, OSF's DCE, or SUN's NIS. The service supports naming hierarchies that allow clients to navigate through different naming context trees in search of the object they're looking for.
  • The Object Event Service allows objects on the bus to dynamically register or unregister their interest in specific events. An event is an occurrence within an object specified to be of interest to one or more objects. A notification is a message sent to the specific parties, informing them that a specific event occurred. Normally, the object generating the event does not have to know who the interested parties are. This is all handled by the Event Service, which creates a loosely-coupled communication channel between objects on the ORB that don't know much about each other.

OMG is working on additional ORB-based object services - including transactions, security, concurrency control, licensing, trading, query, change management, and others. When they are ready, these services can incrementally be added to CORBA-compliant ORBs. A wide coalition of vendors are using this common object infrastructure to build the next generation of distributed services. CORBA-compliant ORBs - like DSOM - will be able to provide an incremental set of core services for distributed objects. For DSOM, IBM will provide these services first in toolkit form - for example, SOMobjects - and then incorporate them into OS/2 (and other OSs). This will ensure that the object bus is ubiquitous.

To go back to the PC analogy, we now have a well engineered software bus, and the chassis to house it. In contrast to the PC hardware bus, our software bus is being built from the ground up to support intergalactic communications (for example, DSOM and DOMF will both run on top of the OSF's DCE). And in contrast to the PC bus, the software bus is an open industry standard - it is not controlled by a single vendor. But where are the equivalent of the adapter boards that do all the real work on the software bus? This is where object frameworks come into the picture.

Frameworks: The Software Boards

Hardware vendors understood that an open bus was an open invitation to create adapter boards to provide specialized functions - including LAN communications, storage, multimedia, fax, and countless others. Whole new industries were created by wiring together individual hardware modules into adapters that plugged into the bus. Frameworks are the software equivalent of hardware boards (see Figure 3). Frameworks are a set of software objects that collaborate to provide a special function. Think of them as prewired software classes that do something useful on the bus. They are factory-debugged software subsystems or software boards.

                                                  ______.
                                                  \     |
                                                 /  \   |
                                               /      \ |
                     /-------------------------\      / \
                    |          (Objects)        |   /
       Framework--> | (Objects)        (Objects)| /
                    |          (Objects)        |
                     \----------------|--------|/
                                    / |________|
                                  /       /
                                /  ORB  /
                              \       /
                             |  \   /
                             |    \
                             .------\

Figure 3. Frameworks: Prewired Object Software Boards

Unlike hardware boards, you can customize a software framework to suit your application needs. You customize a framework by telling it which key events you want to personalize, and provide the code that handles those events. The framework then calls your code when that event occurs; your code doesn't call the framework (see Figure 4). Your programs don't have to worry about structure, flow of execution, and calls to system-level API libraries.

+------------------------+    +--------------------------------------+
|   Procedural Approach  |    |          Framework Approach          |
|                        |    |                                      |
|  +------------------+  |    |  +--------------------------------+  |
|  |                  |  |    |  |           Client API           |  |
|  |      Your        |  |    |  +----------+----------+----------+  |
|  |      Code        |  |    |  | Object   | Object   | Object   |  |
|  |                  |  |    |  | Class #1 | Class #2 | Class #3 |  |
|  +--|----------|----+  |    |  +----------+-------------------- +  |
|     | call     | call  |    |  | Object   | Framework API       |  |
|  +--V----+  +--V----+  |    |  | Class #4 +--------|------------+  |
|  |Library|  |Library|  |    |  +----------+        | call          |
|  |  #1   |  |  #2   |  |    |                 +----V------+        |
|  +-------+  +-------+  |    |                 | Your Code |        |
|                        |    |                 +-----------+        |
+------------------------+    +--------------------------------------+

Figure 4. Procedural Versus Framework Approaches to Developing Code

If you're an OO programmer, frameworks provide architectural guidance. They remove the need to shop for classes, discover which methods are available, how to call them, and in which order. It's like buying a board instead of individual chips. The services provided by the framework are defined using the CORBA IDL. An application becomes a collection of little puzzle pieces that inherit functions from the framework and call the framework APIs via the ORB (see Figure 5).

     /                                                           \
   / |-----------------------------------------------------------| \
 /                        ORB = Software Bus                         \
 \                                                                   /
   \ |------A--------------A--------------A--------------A-------| /
     \      |              |              |              |       /
      +-----V-----+  +-----V-----+  +-----V-----+  +-----V-----+
      |    API    |  |    API    |  |    API    |  |    API    |
      +-----------+  +-----------+  +-----------+  +-----------+
      | App. Level|  | App. Level|  | App. Level|  | App. Level|
      | Framework |  | Framework |  | Framework |  | Framework |
      |    +------+  |    +------+  |    +------+  |    +------+
      +----+  /\     +----+  /\     +----+  /\     +----+  /\
              \/             \/             \/             \/

                               +--------------------------+
                               |   /\    /\    /\    /\   |
              Your Application |   \/    \/    \/    \/   |
                               +--------------------------+

Figure 5. A Framework-Based Application

IBM and Taligent intend to ship CORBA-compliant frameworks for all types of middleware and desktop functions. You can then modify these frameworks to suit your application needs. But IBM and Taligent won't be alone. Obviously, there's room for a vibrant collection of innovative frameworks on the software bus to come from many vendors.

Table 1 provides a quick summary of the features that distinguish a framework from procedural API programming and object-oriented class libraries.

Table 1. Comparing Frameworks, OO-Class Libraries, and Procedural APIs (adapted with permission from "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" VNR, 1994).
Feature Frameworks OO Class Libraries Procedural APIs
Application model Frameworks are the application. Frameworks handle all the control flow. You must create the control flow of the application and the glue that ties the different class libraries together. You must create the control flow of the application and the logic that invokes the APIs. The system knows nothing about your code.
Application structure Multiple cooperative frameworks. Single monolithic application consisting of class libraries. Single monolithic application linked to API libraries.
How services are obtained? Frameworks are the service. By inheriting function from the class libraries. By calling API libraries.
How the system is customized? Frameworks call your code. You can subclass parts of frameworks. By subclassing or creating new classes. By writing new code and calling additional APIs.
Granularity of control Medium. You can only subclass parts of frameworks. High. You can subclass any class. High. You can write everything from scratch.
Abstraction of services High. Hides complexity, automates standard features. You program by exception. Low. Hides APIs but creates its own layer of complexity - you must determine which methods are available to call, and in which order. Very low. You need to deal with raw APIs and determine the order in which to call them.
How much code do you write? Very little. A medium amount. Lots.
Maintenance costs Low. Medium. High.
Reduced Complexity Yes. You write small pieces of code within multiple frameworks. Frameworks call you only when necessary. Frameworks provide architectural guidance. No. You must shop for classes and develop the program. You must integrate the different class libraries, No. You must develop the entire program and understand how the APIs work together.

OpenDoc: Connecting Today's Desktop to the Bus

The software bus is a prerequisite for creating a component-based software industry. However, a bus alone is not enough, especially in complex areas such as the desktop, where there's a need for protocols that allow components to visually coexist, share containers of data, and respond to events (and scripts) in a unified manner. In other words, we need a desktop infrastructure that sits on the bus and defines the rules of engagement by which the visual components can plug-and-play. OpenDoc provides such a standard (see References 2 and 3). In our bus analogy, OpenDoc is a standard for what goes on inside a desktop software board (see Figure 6). To use the hardware analogy, OpenDoc is a specialized desktop adapter with special sockets that let you plug in your parts. You can develop your parts by inheriting function from frameworks, by encapsulating existing code, or by using OpenDoc part-builder tools. An OpenDoc part is similar to an OLE 2.0 OCX (in fact, OCXs can play inside OpenDoc containers, and vice versa).

    /--------------------------------------------------------------\
   |  +---------+ +------------+ +------------+                     |
   |  | Bento   | | Compound   | | Automation |                     |
   |  | Storage | | Document   | | and        |     Your Parts      |
   |  | Storage | | Management | | Scripting  |         |           |
   |  +-----|---+ +------|-----+ +-----|------+         |           |
   |        |            |             |                |           |
   |    /---|------------|-------------|----------------|------\    |
   |  /               Object Request Broker (DSOM)               \  |
   |  \                                                           / |
   |    \-------------------------------------------------------/   |
    \-------------------------------------------+_______________+--/
                                                | |||| ||  |||| |
    /-------------------------------------------\_______________/--\
   /                                                                \
  .                    Object Request Broker (DSOM)                  .
   \                                                                /
    \--------------------------------------------------------------/

Figure 6. OpenDoc: The Desktop Software Board

How does OpenDoc provide its open sockets for parts? It does that by bringing the software bus (or ORB) inside the adapter, and defining new services (and APIs) that can be used by software component providers to create visual software parts that plug-and-play into visual- and file-based containers. The three new services provided by OpenDoc are:

  • Bento provides storage protocols for defining rich data types and their boundaries. Bento also defines the protocols by which various parts can coexist in the same file container. Each part can have its own data type and can own a portion of the file container. Bento also allows you to interchange parts across platforms.
  • Compound document management defines the visual containment protocols that allow various parts to be embedded and activated from within visual containers. OpenDoc is a form of Object-Oriented User Interface (OOUI) that uses a document-centric paradigm for displaying parts. This paradigm should be very familiar to OS/2 Workplace Shell users. When you need to work on an object, you simply click on it. In fact, parts can be moved from OpenDoc document containers to Workplace Shell containers, and vice versa. OpenDoc creates live documents. For example, an OpenDoc document is not a set of "dead bits". Instead, it can be brought to life by a simple click, and its contents can be edited and changed "in place". Meta Group predicts that, by 1997, compound documents will become the primary paradigm for capturing information, thus challenging the dominance of record-oriented data.
  • Open Scripting Architecture defines interfaces for allowing parts to respond to scripting commands and other external events. Users will be able to write custom applications by assembling multivendor parts and synchronizing their behavior by writing (or recording) scripts.

The beauty of OpenDoc is that all the system components and the add-on parts communicate over the same object bus (the DSOM ORB). OpenDoc demonstrates that the same object model - the CORBA ORB - can be used to connect intergalactic objects as well as fine-grained visual objects that reside on a common desktop. It's all very consistent. OpenDoc allows you to repackage monolithic desktop applications into parts that can plug-and-play together on the same desktop or across the network. You'll need to encapsulate these applications with SOM wrappers, and break them into parts and part editors. Taligent frameworks will allow you to go even further, and create visual parts that inherit their behavior from prewired frameworks -- this is good if you have the luxury of creating new applications (for more details, see Reference 4).

If We Build It, Will they Come?

Together SOM, SOMobjects, OpenDoc, and Taligent frameworks provide an object infrastructure plus the basic building blocks that will help developers create parts, components, and vertical frameworks that populate this infrastructure. To use the hardware analogy, writing a part with SOMobjects and DSOM is like developing a hardware chip. Writing an OpenDoc part is like developing a chip that plugs into a prewired board with open sockets - all you do is supply the parts, and they will interplay with other parts. Writing a framework part is like buying a prewired subsystem that you can then simply customize to fit your needs.

Most end-user customers will either buy parts they can script together or buy entire frameworks they can customize for their particular needs. In either case, some form of end-user customization will become the norm. IBM intends to provide the tools that further facilitate this process. The success of the objects industry depends on making our software components as easy to assemble as the new generation of PC "plug-and-play" buses make it for hardware.

References

  1. Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey, "Client/Server Programming with CORBA Objects," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.
  2. Robert Tycast, "OpenDoc Basic Anatomy 101," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.
  3. Kurt Piersol, "OpenDoc Under The Hood," OS/2 Developer, September 1994.
  4. Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey, "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" VNR, 1994, IBM publication number SR28-5494, ISBN 0-442-01798-7. Part 7 provides a 138-page introduction to distributed objects.

Biographies

Cliff Reeves is the Director of Object Technology Products, IBM Personal Software Products Division. Cliff is currently responsible for object-based products in the IBM Personal Software Products Division. This includes responsibility for the IBM/Taligent partnership.

Bob Orfali and Dan Harkey are the authors of the best-selling book "Client/Server Programming with OS/2" (VNR, 1993). Bob's and Dan's most recent book is the "Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2" (VNR, 1994). This 930-page book contains over 150 pages on distributed objects. Bob and Dan have been developing client/server applications and tools for the last eight years. They currently work on the application of distributed object technology. Bob and Dan are affiliated with IBM Personal Software Products Division, Austin, Texas. They work from the San Francisco Bay Area.

Information about the authors' new book:

Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2 Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1994. 970 pages, 410 illustrations. IBM PUBORDER SR28-5494, ISBN 0-442-01798-7, 39.95 USD. Authors: Bob Orfali and Dan Harkey.

This Survival Guide takes you on a sweeping tour of client/server systems and software. It provides a comprehensive coverage of client/server - including stacks, NOSs, DBMSs, Federated Databases, Information Warehouses, Groupware, TP Monitors, Transactions, Distributed Objects, System Management, and Tools. It covers major standards such as DCE, CORBA, OLE, OpenDoc, ODMG-93, MAPI, APPN, VIM, SNMP2, CMIP, RMON, SQL3, and X/Open DTP. The authors provide a survival map to help you navigate through the client/server maze. To separate theory from reality, the book covers over 50 OS/2 client/server products - including CICS, DSOM, Lotus Notes, DCE, ObjectStore, MQSeries, Encina, LAN Server, NetWare, DB2/2, Oracle7, LAN NetView, FlowMark, LAN Distance, TCP/IP, ImagePlus, and many others.

While it's rich in content, it's also fun to read. In their maverick style, Orfali and Harkey use controversial soapboxes, background briefings, witty quotes, and over 400 illustrations and cartoons to bring to life the fledgling world of client/server computing. This book is for anyone interested in client/server, whether they use OS/2 or not. In contrast to previous Orfali/Harkey books, this is not a programming book -- but it's an indispensable guide for anyone who is evaluating, using, developing, or selling OS/2 client/server products.

Contents at a Glance

Here's an overview of what the book contains:

Part 1. Client/Server Model 67 pages
Part 2. Clients, Servers, and Operating Systems 144 pages
Part 3. Base Middleware: Stacks and NOS 208 pages
Part 4. SQL Database Servers 130 pages
Part 5. Client/Server Transaction Processing 70 pages
Part 6. Client/Server Groupware 74 pages
Part 7. Client/Server with Distributed Objects 138 pages
Part 8. Distributed System Management 76 pages
Part 9. Client/Server Tools 22 pages

The book can be ordered from the IBM Distribution Center (PUBORDER number SR28-5494). It will also be available in bookstores.

Drive Usage by Public Applications on LAN Server

As the use of IBM's LAN Server expands to larger and more complex configurations, customers using these systems are experiencing problems with the availability of LAN Server drive letters (A-Z). This article suggests what developers can do to help.

Shortages of Drive Letters
More and more customers are utilizing the public application support provided by LAN Server, which is good. However, as the number of public applications in use grows, applications that use static or preassigned drive letters are creating shortages of drive letters for all the applications that require them.
Dynamic Allocation
Although there is no complete solution to this problem as long as the use of drive letters is required, there are a couple of things that developers of these applications can do.
A more desirable method of drive allocation for public applications is to use dynamically allocated drives or UNC names where appropriate. The reduction in drive-letter requirements under a dynamic or UNC selection scheme can be significant, particularly where a single public application is currently preallocating multiple drives in a static manner.
Benefits
Using dynamic allocation requires the drive to be dedicated to an application only when that application is in use, rather than being permanently preassigned. Dynamic allocation allows infrequently used applications to share the same drive letter (or the next available

drive). Non-deviced UNC names may be appropriate for certain tasks that do not require direct user access, such as internal or temporary program files. UNC paths do not use drive assignments, so they conserve this resource for interactive tasks that require it.

The Difference is Dynamic!

If you are currently developing an application, assume that it will be used as a shared, public application with LAN Server. Ensure that any use of drive letters is done through dynamic means, or utilizes UNC names for path or file selection as needed. If your applications are currently available, consider changing any static drive-letter assignments to a dynamic method. It could make the difference in whether or not a LAN Server customer selects your application for public use.

IBM Delivers More PC Power With OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing

IBM introduces OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11, a new member of its award-winning 32-bit PC operating system family. OS/2 for SMP provides performance and client/server benefits to users of Intel 486 and Pentium multiprocessor systems, while protecting their software investments in applications.

Optimizing Multiprocessor Capabilities

OS/2 for SMP offers all the features of OS/2 2.11, and increases performance by distributing application processes or threads among processors to optimize the capabilities of a multiprocessor computer.

Industry Standard, Supported by OEMs

Several computer vendors have announced support for OS/2 for SMP, including Advanced Logic Research, AST Research, Compaq Computer Corp., Hewlett Packard Co., IBM, Intel, Tricord Systems, VTech, and Wyse Technology. OS/2 for SMP will also be available on future IBM PC-based multiprocessing servers.

OS/2 for SMP is consistent with the industry-standard Multiprocessor Specification Version 1.1, which means that multiprocessor computers built on this specification can run OS/2 for SMP without changes to the BIOS, operating system, or hardware interfaces.

OS/2 for SMP features transparent support of systems with two or more CPUs, increasing raw computing power with a lower memory requirement than any other SMP operating system available today.

Reconfigure or Consolidate Servers

For multiprocessing-enabled applications, customers will see substantial performance gains with each new processor added to their systems. OS/2 for SMP can support up to 16 processors on a single system. Cost-conscious organizations that want to expand their network resources can reconfigure server systems to handle larger and larger networks, or consolidate the functions of their uniprocessor servers on a single multiprocessor system running OS/2 for SMP.

"OS/2 for SMP optimizes Intel-based hardware for enterprise-wide, scalable, mission-critical applications," said Kevin Dugan, manager of systems development at the network management center of Cable & Wireless Inc., a 600 million USD long-distance telephone company based in Vienna, Virginia.

"It is absolutely critical for businesses such as ours, because we want to make sure that our systems and software will be able to grow with us as our business needs grow," continued Dugan. "With OS/2 for SMP's scalable performance, we can keep the same operating system and applications as we migrate from desktop workstations to multiprocessor systems. The result is a substantial savings for us."

Ideal Technology for Client/Server Environments

Network server and high-end desktop workstation environments will benefit from OS/2 for SMP's scalable performance. Transaction processing and relational database applications on servers, as well as compute-intensive applications such as CAD/CAM, forecasting, modeling, or simulation programs on workstations, will run faster and more efficiently on OS/2 for SMP.

For example, when OS/2 for SMP and IBM's relational database manager, DB2/2 Version 1.2, are installed on parallel hardware systems, performance and scalability are significantly improved. Users may expect some query workloads to scale as high as 1.8 to 1.9 on a dual-processor machine. Applications such as Lotus 1-2-3 for OS/2 run faster with the new OS/2 for SMP, which also is supported by networking platforms such as IBM's OS/2 LAN Server 3.01.

"Only OS/2 scales the range of computing power, from small notebooks to high-end SMP-enabled computers," said Dan Lautenbach, general manager for IBM's Personal Software Products division. "We've created OS/2 for SMP for the high-end server market where exceptional performance and mission-critical reliability are important. Whether an organization adds more microprocessors to its computers or just wants to make the most of its current multiprocessor system, users will see a quantifiable performance boost with OS/2 for SMP."

Measurable Performance Gains

OS/2 for SMP intelligently supervises computing operations and allocates processing resources as necessary, improving processing capabilities. Application processes or threads are automatically dispatched to run on any of the available system processors. The result is enhanced performance through a load-balanced system.

Users can run multiple DOS, Windows, and OS/2 2.1 applications concurrently on a single system, and benefit from performance gains. OS/2 for SMP is compatible with existing OS/2 and DOS/Windows applications. Even single-tasking DOS applications benefit, because OS/2's heavy use of threads allows overlap of systems services and application execution. Because multiple processors are dispatched, multiple DOS/Windows virtual machines can run faster with no modification. Native OS/2 applications will exploit OS/2's multithreading capabilities, providing even higher performance gains. In addition, OS/2 for SMP supports applications designed for uniprocessor computers.

Power and Performance Available in 3Q94

OS/2 for SMP will be available in the third quarter of 1994. It will be supported on hardware from Advanced Logic Research, AST Research, Compaq Computer Corp., Hewlett Packard Co., IBM, Tricord Systems, VTech, and Wyse Technology. It is initially available in a U.S. English version only. Customers with a supported SMP-enabled computer can order OS/2 for SMP in July by calling 1-800-342-6672 in the USA, or through local dealers and distributors in other countries.

Prices

Suggested retail prices are: 395 USD for the 1-2 processor version, 595 USD for the 1-7 processor version, and 795 USD for the 1-16 processor version.

(See next article for announcement details.)

IBM OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11 Announcement Details

OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing is the OS/2 offering for selected systems with multiple Intel 486DX or Pentium processors in a single personal computer. It provides full OS/2, DOS, and Windows application support. OS/2 for SMP exploits the power of your Symmetric Multiprocessor personal computer, making it easy to use and run PC applications simultaneously.

OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing expands the OS/2 2.1 offerings previously announced, as follows:

  • OS/2 2.1 Special Edition for Windows 3.1: Targeted for customers with Windows Version 3.1 installed on their systems
  • OS/2 2.1 Standard Edition: Targeted for new users and users without operating systems installed on their systems
  • OS/2 2.1 Upgrade Edition: Targeted for customers with DOS or a previous version of OS/2 on their systems
  • OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing: Targeted for customers with high-end client or server needs

Highlights

OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing Version 2.11:

  • Provides all of the function of OS/2 2.11, tailored to support the emerging technology of selected symmetric multiprocessing systems containing from one to sixteen Intel-compatible processors.
  • Provides scalable performance to deliver the power for your current SMP computer needs, as well as the ability to grow to new, more powerful applications. You can add performance as you need it.
  • Protects application investments by compatibility with DOS, Windows 3.1, and OS/2 applications.
  • Supports Multiprocessor Specification V1.1 (MPS 1.1).
  • Substantially increases database performance in DATABASE 2 OS/2 Version 1.2 (DB2/2 V1.2), announced on 24 May 1994, which exploits OS/2 for SMP

Product Description

OS/2 for Symmetrical Multiprocessing expands the OS/2 family of products by providing support for multiple Intel processors within a single personal computer. It contains architecture support for one to sixteen Intel processors. OS/2 for SMP provides all the benefits of OS/2 2.1 -- industry-standard device support, compliance with industry standards, enhanced standing as a premier client, and enhanced support for OS/2, DOS, and Windows programs. All these features are delivered on top of a stable, mature platform that has been "fit and finished" over time.

OS/2 for SMP can provide scalable performance and compatibility with DOS, Windows 3.1, and OS/2 applications to extend investment in software. Using OS/2 for SMP, server systems can be scaled to handle larger networks running CPU-intensive applications such as database and graphics programs. Scalable performance means that you can have the power you need in your current SMP-compatible computer, as well as the ability to grow to new, more powerful applications.

OS/2 printer and video drivers are identical to those included in the OS/2 2.1 product.

Growth Enablement -- Advanced Technology Enabled

OS/2 has been enhanced to support Symmetric Multiprocessing. These systems contain from two to sixteen Intel 486 or Pentium processors in a single personal computer. There are some very attractive benefits of SMP beyond the increased raw CPU power. Caching is a technique used in hardware and software to increase performance. SMPs increase the effectiveness of various caches dramatically.

DB2/2 Scalability Enhancements

DB2/2 V1.2, announced on 24 May 1994, supports OS/2 for SMP V2.11. This support enhances the scalability of DB2/2 on SMP workstations, thereby increasing database performance. DB2/2 V1.2 will be sensitive to the number of processors available, and will tailor its latching algorithms accordingly. Combined with improvements in other areas, users should see up to a 30 percent improvement in performance, depending on the workload, over DB2/2 V1 in high-contention situations. Read-only workloads will scale better than update workloads. Users can expect query workloads to scale between 1.8 and 1.9 on a dual-processor machine.

Note: The Novell NetWare IPX/SPX protocol is not supported with DB2/2 V1.2 running on SMP hardware and OS/2 for SMP V2.11.

Specified Operating Environment

Hardware Requirements: The minimum hardware configuration to run OS/2 for SMP is a system unit with two to sixteen Intel processors, up to 42 MB of free hard disk space (depending upon installation options selected), and a minimum of 8 MB of parity or ECC memory. Although not required, IBM highly recommends 12 MB of memory and a CD-ROM drive. One of the following hardware platforms is required:

  • Advanced Logic Research -- ProVEISA SMP (486DX2)
  • AST Research -- Manhattan (486DX2, Pentium)
  • Compaq -- Proliant 2000 (Pentium)
  • Compaq -- Proliant 4000 (Pentium)
  • Hewlett Packard -- Netserver 5/66 LM2
  • Tricord Systems -- PowerFrame M30 (486DX2)
  • VTech -- Platinum SMP (486DX2)
  • Wyse Technology -- Series 7000i M760 (486DX2)

In addition, OS/2 for SMP supports a broad range of system configurations, including diskette drives, displays, pointing devices, printers, CD-ROM, and optical drives.

Program Upgrade

The program package upgrade option allows currently licensed users of OS/2 for SMP 1-2 Processors and 1-7 Processors to upgrade to 1-7 Processors or 1-16 Processors for a program upgrade charge.

These upgrades will be available through IBM Authorized Personal Computer Dealers and Industry Remarketers--Personal Computers certified to market IBM Authorized Advanced Products. The remarketer will require a Proof of License for each upgrade ordered. The original Proof of License is the colored front cover page (inside the hard binder) or the separate Proof of License page in the program package as identified by IBM to the remarketer.

Customers may also order upgrades through the local IBM office using the IBM Personal Computer/System Program IBM US Upgrade and Certification Order Form.

To receive program package upgrades at a discount, the ICA and a volume discount addendum with the appropriate volume discount exhibit must be in effect.

Charges

Part                                                         One-Time
Number   Program Name                                        Charge

83G7550  OS/2 for SMP 1-2 Processors                         395 USD
83G8077  OS/2 for SMP 1-7 Processors                         595 USD
83G8078  OS/2 for SMP 1-16 Processors                        795 USD

83G8079  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-2 to 1-7 Processors     295 USD
83G8080  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-2 to 1-16 Processors    495 USD
83G8081  OS/2 for SMP Upgrade from 1-7 to 1-16 Processors    295 USD

IBM Chairman Welcomes Internet Users to IBM Home Page

IBM Chairman Lou Gerstner welcomes Internet users to IBM's new "home page" on the Internet. The home page, first posted on 23 May, serves as the hub of all IBM information on the Internet, and is already serving information to users every 18 seconds.

Gerstner promises Internet users that the home page will offer an easy way to learn about IBM and to feed information back to the company. The full text of his message appears at the end of this notice.

The IBM home page is located on a World-Wide Web server, a system that helps organize Internet information by linking documents together via a technology called hypertext. Hypertext lets selected words "expand" to provide more information about the subject. The new information can take the form of text, video, audio, or graphics. For example, clicking on the hypertext word "AS/400" can take you to information about the latest models of the product.

The text of the Chairman's home page message follows:

"Hello, I'm Lou Gerstner, chairman of IBM. On behalf of all of us at IBM, I'd like to welcome you to our World-Wide Web server.

"Through our server, we'll try to make it easy for you to learn about our technology and some of the things we're doing at IBM -- and also make it easier for you to share your ideas with us. We'll update our information on a regular basis and do our best to keep it interesting and informative.

"We're committed to the Internet, and we're excited about providing information to the Internet community. I hope you'll check back here often."

(Access instructions are in the next news item.)

Accessing the IBM Home Page on the Internet

To access the web servers, you must have either Gopher or Mosaic LAN-based client software installed. Gopher is a text-based viewer, and Mosaic is the multimedia web browser. Both of these software packages require that your local workstation supports Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

There are four addresses for these servers:

Outside IBM

gopher.ibmlink.ibm.com (external Gopher server)
www.ibm.com (external home page web server)

Inside IBM

honegopher.atlanta.ibm.com (internal Gopher server)
www.atlanta.ibm.com (internal home page web server)

Communications Manager/2 V1.11 WR06150 Availability

Communications Manager/2 (CM/2) version 1.11 (PTF number WR06150) is now available for CM/2 1.10 licensed customers. WR6150 is a total refresh of CM/2 that can be obtained at no charge, on either diskette or CD-ROM, by calling 1-800-992-4777 within the USA or 1-800-465-2222 within Canada.

CM/2 1.11 is a service release for CM/2 1.10. CM/2 1.11 contains normal service fixes plus new function, detailed below.

SNA Phone Connect

The new SNA Phone Connect feature in CM/2 1.11 addresses mobile computing requirements by enabling customers to use SNA applications from home, on the road, or wherever there is a phone line.

  • SNA Applications across Asynchronous and Hayes AutoSync Connections
SNA Phone Connect enables customers to use SNA applications across asynchronous and Hayes AutoSync connections. With this support, customers can use applications such as 3270/5250 emulation and SNA LU6.2 APPC between CM/2 1.11 and an AS/400, Advantis gateway, or an S/370 host.
  • V.25bis Autodial and Autoanswer Support
SNA Phone Connect supports SDLC and X.25 over the IBM Wide Area Connector (WAC) adapter at a maximum speed of 64 Kbps. It also supports SDLC over the IBM MultiProtocol Communications Adapter, and the IBM PS/2 MultiProtocol Adapter/A. SNA Phone Connect implements the V.25bis protocol to communicate with these adapters.

Additional Hardware Support

CM/2 1.11 supports the IBM 5250 Emulation PCMCIA adapter and IDLC over the IBM WaveRunner Digital Modem.

X.25 Enhancements

CM/2 1.11 supports V.25bis Autodial, X.32 Exchange ID (XID) and X.25 facilities (including Network User ID and Closed User Group). This release also supports the ARTIC X.25 Interface Coprocessor ISA bus adapter, and the WAC ISA bus adapter.

3270/5250 Emulator Enhancements

The CM/2 1.11 3270 emulator has integrated APL support and Import/Export support for transferring Text and PC documents between workstations and OfficeVision/MVS.

Miscellaneous

The CM/2 1.11 CD-ROM package includes CM/2 and NTS/2 diskette images, CM/2 Redbooks, and a wide variety of APPC, APPN, and CPI-C books.

The Distributed Workstation option has been enhanced to allow creation and modification of configurations after initial install on the distributed workstation (previously restricted to the server).

Operating System Support

CM/2 1.11 supports OS/2 version 2.0 or higher.

National Language Support

CM/2 1.11 is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Spanish versions. The Korean and Spanish versions are new in this release.

Personal Systems Support Family Linkage to Fix Strategy and Delivery

With the Personal System Support Family of Services beginning on 11 July, there have been several questions about how this relates to IBM's fix strategy and fix delivery processes. Here are the highlights.

  • The IBM Personal Systems Support Family of Services offerings neither extend nor enhance the Central Service or Program Services provided for products.
Refer to the terms and conditions of licensing found in the IBM Program License Agreement. A copy of the agreement is included in each program package.
  • IBM is continuing to evaluate our fix strategy, fix tools, and fix delivery process to respond to current customer requirements and problem areas. No changes are ready to be announced at this time.

Defect Reporting Process

A defect is defined as a code-related or documentation-related problem where the program does not conform to the Program Specifications and the problem can be recreated in the Specified Operating Environment. Defect correction is as described in the Statement of Limited Warranty section included with your product documentation.

You may report defects to IBM Program Services for products until their Service Expiration Date.

  • If you are entitled to voice support for the product through a Getting Started period or through a Support Line contract, you may call 1-800-992-4777 and report a defect and/or request a specific fix if available.
  • If you are not entitled to voice support, because your 60-day Getting Started period has expired and you have not purchased a Support Line offering, then you may:
    • Report the suspected defect via fax, mail, or BBS (CompuServe or Talklink). IBM will respond to the licensed customer via the same method that was used to report the defect. The response by IBM will indicate whether the defect reported is known or not known to IBM. If a fix is available, the IBM response will list the customer's options for obtaining the fix.
    • Call the Support Line and purchase a single incident of support to report the suspected defect. If it is a valid defect (as defined defined above), you will not be billed for the Support Line single incident.

Fix Availability

  • Corrective Service Packages, if produced for the specified product, will be made available through the following channels:
 1) Bulletin Boards
    a) CompuServe
    b) TalkLink
    c) PC Company BBS
 2) Technical Connection CD-ROM
 3) Mail
 A Support Line offering is not required to obtain available Corrective
 Services Packages from any of the above four channels.
  • There is no commitment for a product to provide Corrective Service Packages. Fixes may not be available until the next release (if one exists) for the product. IBM does not guarantee service results, nor does IBM represent or warrant that all errors or program defects will be corrected.
  • There is no commitment for a product to provide private or single fixes that are not part of a formal release or corrective service package.
  • If a fix is not available, IBM Central Service or Program Services will respond to the new problem by providing one or more of the following:
 1) Corrective service information, such as correction, documentation
 2) Corrected code
 3) Notice of corrected code when available
 4) Restriction
 5) Bypass

OS/2 2.0 Support Update

From 11 July through 31 December 1994, support for OS/2 2.0 will be provided to U.S. customers through one of the Personal Systems Support Family Support Line options:

  • Support Line Per-Incident
Customers may purchase support for OS/2 2.0 on a per-incident basis through 31 December 1994.
  • Support Line Standard
Support for OS/2 2.0 under Support Line Standard will be provided in one of two ways:
  1. If the customer has OS/2 2.0 as well as a more current version of OS/2, support will be provided for OS/2 2.0 through 31 December 1994. Beyond that date, support will be provided for all the other products and current versions of OS/2, excluding OS/2 2.0.
  2. If the customer has ONLY OS/2 2.0, and does not upgrade to a current version by 31 December 1994, the customer's Support Line contract will expire on that date. At that time, a new contract may be written, selecting another product to be included in the Support Line Standard base price.
  • Support Line Premium
OS/2 2.0 will be included in the product set for Support Line Premium customers through 31 December 1994. After that date, customers may continue with their Support Line Premium contract for all other products, excluding OS/2 2.0.

Beginning 1 January 1995, support for OS/2 2.0 will be provided to U.S. customers as a special bid.

Deadline Nears for Listings in Next Tools Guide and Applications Directory

Time is growing short to list your application or development tool in the next editions of the OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide and the OS/2 & LAN Systems Applications Directory. These books will be produced in both softcopy (OS/2 .INF files) and hardcopy versions, and distributed worldwide.

Currently, there is no charge for these valuable listings. All you have to do is complete the Product Nomination Form below and return it to IBM no later than 15 August 1994.

Applications and development tools will be listed in the Applications Directory. Only development tools will be listed in the Development Tools Guide. We can only list applications that are currently available.

Submitting the following information does not guarantee that IBM will include your product in the next editions of the above books, nor does IBM guarantee that it will in fact produce more editions of the above books.

Applications Directory Overview

The OS/2 Applications Directory includes more than 1,000 products that exploit features of OS/2 2.x. This 270-page book contains detailed descriptions of over 750 products from major software companies such as Lotus, Computer Associates, Borland, SAS, and many more. The application solutions come from companies across the globe. In addition to company information, product descriptions, and prices, the directory lists both U.S. and worldwide sales contacts.

The directory also includes a special section previewing over 100 products that earned the IBM Ready! for LAN Server 3.0 mark by completing the self-certification within 60 days of the announcement of the certification program.

IBM employees, and customers who have IBM customer numbers, can order the latest OS/2 Applications Directory from the IBM publications distribution centers. The order number is G362-0029-04.

All customers can order the OS/2 Applications Directory directly from its publisher, Miller Freeman, by calling 1-415-905-2728. The purchase price is 9.95 USD plus 3.50 USD for shipping and handling within the USA, plus applicable sales tax. Add 2.00 USD for shipment to Canada and other countries. Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted.

Tools Guide Overview

The OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide is a treasure trove of tools for application developers. It tells you about the many tools, produced by independent software vendors and IBM, that can help developers reap the benefits of the advanced technologies in OS/2 2.1, LAN Server 3.0, and related products.

The current Guide features detailed information about more than 400 OS/2 and LAN Systems tools and utilities divided into 35 categories and indexed by both company and product name.

The Guide comes both in hardcopy and in a softcopy OS/2 .INF file.

Hardcopy

Customers in the USA may order the guide by calling either 1-800-444-4881 (Miller Freeman Inc.) or 1-800-879-2755 (IBM Software Manufacturing Solutions). When calling the IBM number, specify publication G362-0025-00. There is a 9.95 USD charge (plus shipping, handling, and applicable sales taxes).

IBM employees in the USA may order publication G362-0025-00 through PUBORDER.

Customers and IBM employees outside the USA may order publication G362-0025-00 from the IBM Software and Publications Center in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Additionally, copies may be obtainable from some of the Developer Assistance Programs in other countries and geographic areas. Contact them for information.

NOTE: The OS/2 .INF softcopy version of the Guide is not available through this method. It will be distributed at no charge on various e-mail and BBS systems.

Softcopy

IBM is making the OS/2 .INF version of the Guide available wherever the monthly electronic PSP Developer Support News (DSNEWS) is distributed. (That list appears in the front matter of this newsletter.) The file name is OS2TG.

IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: DCE Hands-On Application Programming for OS/2, AIX, and Windows

The Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) was developed by the Open Software Foundation to provide the basic services required to produce secure client/server application programs.

In this five-day workshop, formerly known as "OS/2 DCE for Software Developers Workshop," students become familiar with the components of OSF DCE by following the development of a basic distributed application using the full complement of DCE tools and services.

This workshop is a combination of classroom lectures and hands-on lab work. The student will spend a significant portion of the week writing basic DCE client/server programs in the OS/2 2.1 32-bit environment.

Objectives

The objectives of this workshop are to explore issues affecting the design and implementation of DCE Application Programs from the OS/2 perspective, and to provide an effective learning environment for writing client/server applications using DCE.

Audience

"C" application programmers who want to learn the Application Programming Interface (API) of the OSF DCE, either to assist them in creating DCE applications for OS/2, AIX, and Windows platforms, or to assist them in understanding the issues involved with DCE for future designs.

Benefits

The workshop will provide a broad base of understanding of the development of DCE applications in an OS/2, AIX, or Windows environment. The instruction will include the basic design and distribution issues faced by client/server programmers in a DCE environment using DCE Remote Procedure Calls (RPCs). The course covers the various aspects of the DCE programming model, including security, naming, time service, interface definitions, etc. The knowledge gained will allow the student to understand how to modify existing applications to take advantage of the DCE client/server models.

Prerequisites

Experienced C language programmers who have written or intend to write distributed applications, or who have application programming experience.

Topics

Topics include:

  • Application development in a distributed environment
  • Developing an application using remote procedure calls
  • Design and distribution issues
  • Using IDL to define a basic interface
  • Developing a basic server and basic client
  • RPC programming topics
  • Using the DCE security service
  • Using the DCE threads service
  • Using the DCE distributed time service
  • Using the DCE directory service

Cost

The cost for this workshop is 2,000 USD per student.

Schedule

Workshops that are open for registration for the rest of 1994 are:

 8 - 12 August    Austin TX
10 - 14 October   Austin TX
 7 - 11 November  Poughkeepsie NY

Registration

To register, call 1-800-IBM-TEACh within the USA, and ask for course code P1064. Outside the USA, call 1-602-629-2731, and ask for education enrollment. IBM employees should register through the MSE system, using course code P1064.

More Information

For more information, contact:

Barbara Batton
Workshop Administrator

IBM Developer Assistance Program Workshop: OS/2 DCE Installation and Administration

The Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) was developed by the Open Software Foundation to provide the basic services required to produce secure client/server application programs.

In this five-day workshop, students become familiar with the components of OSF DCE Administration by installation, configuration, and administration of DCE for OS/2. This workshop is a combination of classroom lectures and hands-on lab work (the student will spend a 50/50 ratio between lecture and lab).

Objectives

After successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • List and describe each core DCE component
  • Describe the inter-relationship of the core DCE components to each other
  • Install and configure the core DCE components
  • Administer the DCE environment
  • Add users and groups to the DCE cells
  • Administer the DCE namespace
  • Install typical DCE applications

Audience

This workshop is for administrators of Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) software who want to learn more about installation, setup, and configuration of DCE. The workshop also can benefit DCE application programmers.

Benefits

The workshop will provide a broad-based understanding of the administration, setup, and installation of DCE for OS/2. This course reinforces key principles, topics, and methods by using diagrams, examples, and coded applications. This workshop combines classroom lectures with laboratory projects (50/50 ratio) to build and maintain an OS/2 DCE cell.

Topics

Topics include:

  • Installation of DCE components
  • Configuration of single/multiple machine cells
  • Principle, group, organization, and account management
  • Directory service management and replication
  • Cell security implementation and management

Cost

The cost for this workshop is 2,000 USD per student.

Schedule

Workshops that are open for registration for the rest of 1994 are:

17 - 21 October             Poughkeepsie NY
14 - 18 November            Austin TX
28 November - 2 December    San Jose CA

Registration

To register, call 1-800-IBM-TEACh within the USA, and ask for course code C3835. Outside the USA, call 1-602-629-2731, and ask for education enrollment. IBM employees should register through the MSE system, using course code C3835.

More Information

For more information, contact:

Barbara Batton
Workshop Administrator
Voice: 1-512-823-1815, IBM tie line 793-1815
Fax: 1-512-823-3047, IBM tie line 793-3047
Internet: bbatton@vnet.ibm.com

OS/2 - LAN Tour Solicits Your Applications

The OS/2 - LAN Tour is a 48-city roadshow, one show per week, that reaches an average audience of 500 large-account decision makers per city.

Effective with the 14 September show in San Francisco, the roadshow will have a main session highlighting IBM's object technology, Workplace, OpenDoc, future Taligent frameworks, directions, and customer testimonials. The presentations will be augmented by exciting demonstrations.

In the afternoon, breakouts will include sessions on mobile computing, application development, emerging technologies (pen, voice, multimedia), Lotus SmartSuite, OS/2 versus Chicago, and more.

Application Solutions Showcase

The Application Solutions Showcase is available for ISV demonstrations. The cost to participate is a mere 125 USD, to help offset the cost of the exhibit floor space and electricity. Vendors are responsible simply for their own equipment.

The solutions showcase is open all day for customer viewing. Based on thousands of customer reactions, the showcase has been one of the most successful components of this roadshow.

IBM Manages the Logistics

What's more ... all pre- and post-show logistics are managed by IBM, for you. Invitations are mailed, pre-registrations are processed, telemarketing is conducted prior to the show, customer evaluations are analyzed, and a customer attendee database is maintained.

Participation

To participate, call J.R. Sherman, Right Source, Inc., at 1-203-761-7888 or fax 1-203-761-0773. We have space for only 30 demonstrators, so reserve your space now! With new products rolling out, our audiences have been extremely enthusiastic. Let them see what you've got that's hot!

Schedule

Third Quarter

20-21 July      Phoenix AZ
27-28 July      Des Moines IA
 3- 4 August    Baltimore MD
10-11 August    Minneapolis MN
17-18 August    Miami FL
24-25 August    Indianapolis IN
31 Aug- 1 Sept  Dayton OH
 7- 8 Sept.     Dallas TX
14-15 Sept.     San Francisco CA
21-22 Sept.     Albany NY
28-29 Sept.     Rochester NY

Fourth Quarter

 5- 6 October   New Orleans LA
12-13 October   Richmond VA
19-20 October   Bloomington IL
26-27 October   Hartford CT
 2- 3 November  San Antonio TX
 9-10 November  Tampa FL
16-17 November  Lexington KY
30 Nov- 1 Dec   Kansas City MO
 7- 8 December  Woodbridge NJ
14-15 December  Stamford CT

Professional Certification Testing at OS/2 World

Attention all OS/2 World conference attendees! In addition to all the other great benefits to be gained by attending OS/2 World, full conference registrants will also have the opportunity to take any of the Professional Certification exams at NO CHARGE!

That's right ... all of the Certified OS/2 Engineer and Certified LAN Server Engineer tests will be offered at no charge to registered OS/2 World full conference attendees. Each test you pass gets you one step closer to certification, and you are encouraged to take as many tests as you can while this offer exists.

Testing Schedule

Testing will be conducted on a drop-in basis Wednesday through Friday (20-22 July) in Room 206 of the Santa Clara Convention Center. Certification testing will begin at 7:30 a.m. Specific hours will be posted outside the room.

Certified OS/2 Engineer Tests

  1. 9 - Installing and Supporting OS/2 2.1
  2. 10 - Using and Customizing OS/2 2.1
  3. 12 - OS/2 2.1 Advanced Support
  4. 13 - OS/2 2.1 Performance and Tuning
  5. 14 - OS/2 Problem Determination/Problem Source Identification

To qualify as a Certified OS/2 Engineer you must pass tests 9, 10, 12, and either 13 or 14.

Certified LAN Server Administrator Test

3 - OS/2 LAN Server Administration - I

To qualify as a Certified LAN Server Administrator, you only need to pass test 3.

Certified LAN Server Engineer Tests

  1. Token-Ring Network Implementation and Management (elective)
  2. LAN Server and NetWare: Client Coexistence (elective)
  3. OS/2 LAN Server Administration - I
  4. OS/2 LAN Server Administration - II
  5. Introduction to Integrated Networking (elective)
  6. OS/2 LAN Server Workstation Planning and Installation
  7. OS/2 LAN Server Performance
  8. Ethernet Implementation and Problem Determination (elective)
  9. Installing and Supporting OS/2 2.1
  10. Remote Software Installation Using C/I/D (elective)
  11. IBM TCP/IP for Workstations (elective)

To qualify as a Certified LAN Server Engineer, you need to pass tests 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, and one elective. If you are a CNE and have passed 50-80 Networking Technologies, we will give you credit for test 5.

More Information

Information about the Professional Certification Program from IBM is available by calling 1-800-959-EXAM within the USA, and from the IBM fax service by calling 1-800-IBM-4329 (request the Education List for a complete list of certification documents available by fax).

For more information about OS/2 World Conference and Exhibition, call 1-415-905-2354.

Lee Reiswig Keynote and Evening Celebration at OS/2 World

You are invited to attend a special evening event at OS/2 World Conference and Exhibition.

Join Lee Reiswig, President of IBM Personal Software Products for a special keynote address, "OS/2 and All Points Beyond", as he takes you from today into the future of computing.

Following the keynote, join IBM for a Big Blue's Night Out evening celebration of live blues, local micro-brewed beer, pizza, calzones, and other goodies. There's no better way or place to network with IBM and OS/2 industry speakers, conference exhibitors and attendees in a relaxed, informal setting. Don't miss it!

Time and place:

 Wednesday, 20 July 1994
 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm, Keynote Address
 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Big Blue's Night Out
 Santa Clara Convention Center
 5001 Great America Parkway
 Santa Clara, California 95054

There is no charge for this event, but seating is limited, so advance registration is recommended. If you plan to attend, call Laura Ackerman at 1-415-905-2320. You may also register on-site at the conference.

IBM Personal Software Products July/August 1994 Show Schedule

IBM Personal Software Products is participating in a variety of trade shows in the near future:

Show Name Dates Location
Mactivity 19 - 21 July San Jose
Object World 27 - 29 July San Francisco
BBSCON 17 - 21 August Atlanta

IBM Personal Software Products offers a wide range of products, including high-performance LAN systems, premier operating systems and applications, and comprehensive service offerings.

Fall OS/2 Technical Interchange Coming to Atlanta, Georgia, USA, 11 through 14 September

If you have not registered for the OS/2 Technical Update '94 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, 11 through 14 September, time is growing short to take advantage of our spectacular early-bird savings!

Staying Atop the Industry

As a computer professional, you recognize the need for staying on top of your industry with the hottest tools and techniques available. And you know that IBM's award-winning OS/2 and LAN systems products offer the best industry solutions on the market today. You also are keenly aware of the growing need to integrate your skills with the fast-paced, exploding world of networking systems and global computing. So, how does today's computer professional keep pace with the demanding education needs of the industry?

Link with Networking Summit

To help you get all the education you need in a cost- and time-efficient manner, IBM has linked the OS/2 Technical Update '94 with NetWorld+Interop 94, the Networking Summit, to offer you a week of unparalleled education opportunities at a special dual conference price. OS/2 Technical Update '94 conference attendees, for a nominal fee of just 200 USD, can purchase a "gold pass" and choose among a variety of technical sessions at the NetWorld+Interop 94 conference in the same location. And ... if you register before 27 July 1994, you can save 100 USD off the full conference price!

Products to Take Home

There will be no shortage of fun and conference benefits, too. To help celebrate with the World Olympic hosts, this Atlanta conference has scheduled a special event, complete with food, drink, and games. Here is a sneak preview of just a few of the exciting new products you will get to take home:

  • OS/2 2.x Beta
  • LAN Server Beta
  • IBM Communications Manager 1.11 for OS/2
  • Visual Developer Tool Beta
  • The Technical Connection
  • PM Debug Facility Beta

Keynote Address by Ellen Hancock

Highlighting the conference will be a keynote address by Ellen M. Hancock, IBM Senior Vice President and Group Executive, who will present her view of networking and the challenges that customers and vendors face today as their organizations move into tomorrow's world of global communications. The systems of today, and tomorrow, center around networks that link personal computer servers, mid-range systems, and mainframe computers as peers. Ms. Hancock will discuss the offerings and technologies available today and in the near future that open the doors to global, distributed computing networks. They provide freedom of information, enabling multi-protocol networking and information in all its forms - text, data, voice, image, video and audio - and provide enterprises of all sizes with a wealth of information and resources.

Registration

Don't delay! Fill out the attached registration form today and mail it with payment to:

ZD Expos
Attn: Registration Department
P.O. Box 5855
San Mateo CA 94402-0855

1994 IBM Technical Interchange - Toronto, 1 - 3 November

IBM Education and Training announces the 1994 IBM Technical Interchange - Toronto, to be held 1 through 3 November 1994 at the Toronto Constellation Hotel in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

At this conference, you'll learn the latest about OS/2, LAN Server, AIX, AS/400, DB/2, and PowerPC. It's your opportunity to benefit from in-depth discussions about IBM's new and emerging products, and to interact directly with IBM developers.

A major focus of this event will be on client/server technology and the implementation of client/server solutions.

The registration fee for this conference is 900 CDN.

To register your interest and to request an information package when it becomes available, contact IBM Education Services at 1-800-661-2131 within Canada, or 1-905-946-1100 from elsewhere.

Eight English Documents Available for Developing OS/2 DBCS Applications

A set of eight English documents about developing DBCS applications for Japanese OS/2 is now available. The books are:

  • Planning Guide for Developing DBCS/NLS S/W Products - Provides information and guidance on DBCS/NLS planning and high-level design
  • How to Install Japanese OS/2 2.1 - Shows in English how to install OS/2 J2.1 using RSPONSE FILE, which is translated in English
  • How to Operate Japanese OS/2 2.0 on PS/55 - Shows in English how to operate PS/55, Japanese OS/2 and 3270 Emulator
  • DBCS Design Guide and Information for OS/2 Programming - Provides developers of international products on OS/2 with information and guidance on developing DBCS capability in their products (GA18-7284 restructured and revised to reflect DBCS OS/2 2.1)
  • DBCS Design Guide for DOS/V and MS Windows Programming - Provides developers of international products on DOS/V or MS Windows with information and guidance on developing DBCS capability in their products
  • OS/2 DBCS Application Primer (V2.1) - Supplements the "DBCS Design Guide and Information for OS/2 Programming" with DBCS-support sample application programs
  • DBCS Support Checklist for PC Product Spec. - Assists PC software developers in verifying inclusion and adequateness of DBCS functionality
  • Good Coding Practice for DBCS Enabling on OS/2 - Provides developers of PC software, especially in C, with basic and unique techniques in DBCS programming

Price and Ordering

The price for the set of eight DBCS OS/2 books is 200 USD. To order, contact MicroBurst, Inc., phone 1-301-330-2995, fax 1-301-330-8609.

IBM Canada OS/2 Developer Assistance Programs

Three program offerings are available to Canadians who are interested in developing applications for OS/2 2.x.

Worldwide DAP

The Worldwide Developer Assistance Program (DAP) provides technical support to OS/2 developers via CompuServe forums. The support, provided by IBM in Boca Raton, Florida, includes DOS, OS/2, and LAN Systems.

Anyone can sign up for the Worldwide DAP. On CompuServe, type GO OS2DAP and fill in the online application form.

To obtain a CompuServe userid, call 1-800-524-3388 (from Canada and the USA), and ask for representative 239 for a free introductory membership.

The Worldwide DAP also offers exclusive access to DAPTOOLS, a private tools repository. The tools include various utilities, debugging tools, small applications with source examples, and programming documentation. The tools were originally developed for IBM internal use, and have been re-licensed for the exclusive use of DAP members.

Worldwide DAP questions can also be addressed on Internet through the userid wwdap@vnet.ibm.com.

Canadian OS/2 DAP

This program, managed by IBM Canada in Markham, Ontario by Ms. France Loubier, includes:

  • Informational mailings, sent every six to eight weeks, to keep you informed about OS/2 and LAN Systems development tools.
  • Eligibility to purchase beta-code offerings when available.
  • Selected promotions that provide discounts on development-related products by IBM and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs).
  • An education discount from IBM Education Services. The discount is 10 percent for a maximum of 5 people per company.
  • Information about workshops, seminars, and conferences.
  • Marketing programs to assist you once your product is ready to market. Certification programs exist for OS/2, DOS, or Windows applications that run under OS/2 2.1 or LAN Server 3.0. Once certified, you will receive camera-ready artwork of the appropriate certification marks.
  • Registration for a key contact who must be developing an OS/2 application with a business plan for its release, either in-house or into the marketplace.

To enroll in the Canadian OS/2 DAP, send a fax to (Ms.) France Loubier, 1-905-316-2535, or send a note to floubier@vnet.ibm.com.

The Developer Connection for OS/2

Volume 4 is now available for 75 CDN for a single issue. A four-issue subscription (covering one year) costs 225 CDN.

The Developer Connection for OS/2 is a program that delivers the most current information, tools, and pre-release code available from IBM and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to developers in support of their continuing application development on the OS/2 platform.

The cornerstone of The Developer Connection for OS/2 is two CD-ROMs plus The Developer Connection News. The CD-ROMs and newspaper are updated and released four times per year.

The Developer Connection CD-ROMs contain pre-release programs that are licensed for 120 days or until the next Developer Connection CD-ROM is available, whichever comes first. Canadian DAP members will be notified of the next release via the regular mailing, and there are postings on CompuServe.

To use the CD-ROM, you must have a CD-ROM drive attached to your computer system, with the necessary drivers that work under OS/2 2.x. The Developer Connection News lists the OS/2-supported CD-ROM drives; additional device drivers are available from third-party vendors.

The Developer Connection also operates a forum on CompuServe that provides fast, responsive answers to your questions and problems.

To order The Developer Connection for OS/2 in Canada, call 1-800-561-5293.

Certification Programs

Canadian DAP members can certify their applications as compatible with OS/2 or LAN Server. The process entails self-certification. For each product that you want to certify, the certification package sells for 30 CDN plus applicable taxes. After receiving the package, you do the self-certification test, and then send it to IBM for verification, along with a not-for-sale copy of the product you are certifying.

To start the process of certifying your applications, call 1-800-992-4777 and request the appropriate package:

To certify ...                Ask for ...

OS/2 applications             OS/2 certification package
DOS applications              DOS certification package
Windows applications          Windows certification package
LAN Server 3.0 applications   LAN Server 3.0 certification package

How to Join the IBM Developer Assistance Program

The IBM Worldwide Developer Assistance Program (DAP) is open to all developers of IBM Personal Software-based products. These products include applications and tools for PC-DOS, Pen, OS/2, Multimedia, and LAN Systems. In addition, the DAP is now open to developers interested in producing applications and tools that exploit OS/2 for PowerPC. THe DAP is designed to provide a broad range of services for this growing and increasingly diverse development community.

The Worldwide DAP has a number of extensions that offer customized services for specific developer needs. Your eligibility for a specific service depends on the type of products you are developing. Some services vary by country.

Worldwide Services

Worldwide DAP services are available to all developers of Personal Software-based products. These developers include corporate programmers producing in-house applications, MIS professionals, consultants, educators, industry analysts, government agencies, and others with an interest in PC-DOS, Pen, OS/2, Multimedia, LAN Systems, and now OS/2 for PowerPC application development.

DAP services include a variety of technical, business, and marketing support activities, such as:

  • Technical support through IBM OS/2 forums on CompuServe
  • The opportunity to participate in early-code programs
  • Access to OS/2 Custom Application Porting Workshops and LAN Systems Workshops
  • Technical conferences
  • Product announcements

Worldwide Developer Assistance Program membership is open to individuals, with no company or product prerequisites. Enrollment is done electronically through either the CompuServe information service or Internet. On CompuServe, enter GO OS2DAP and complete the online application form. On Internet, FTP to DAP.SVO.COM (192.195.29.5). Log on using a guest account (GUEST1, ..., GUEST10) and password of DAP4ME, and complete the online application, WWDAP.TXT.

In addition to Worldwide Services, you may be eligible for extensions such as Commercial Services and Premier Services. To see if you qualify for these other programs, refer to the following descriptions and enrollment instructions.

Commercial Services

Commercial Services are available only to software vendors in the U.S. who are developing or marketing IBM Personal Software-based products for commercial release.

In addition to the Worldwide DAP services, Commercial Services members receive additional services in support of their product development and marketing activities:

  • Online technical support at no charge
  • Defect support for all warranted products that are supported by IBM support centers
  • Complimentary access to the online database of Personal Software-based development tools
  • Complimentary subscriptions to OS/2 Developer magazine
  • Discounts on IBM Personal Software products

Offerings available to assist Commercial Services members in their marketing activities include:

  • IBM OS/2 & LAN Systems Application Directory
  • IBM OS/2 & LAN Systems Development Tools Guide
  • Sources & Solutions catalog
  • "READY! for OS/2" Certification Mark
  • "READY! for LAN Systems" Certification Mark
  • IBM Direct Marketing Center

To enroll in the Commercial Services extension, call 1-407-982-6408 or fax to 1-407-998-7610, and ask for the Commercial/Premier Services DAP Application form. You or your company must be currently marketing a Personal Software-based product. If not, you should submit (with your application) a non-confidential business plan showing development and marketing activities and schedules for your planned product.

Premier Services

Premier Services are available only in the U.S. They are for software developers who are marketing or have committed to develop software products that provide native (32-bit API) support for OS/2, LAN Systems products, or OS/2 for PowerPC. Products that exploit object technologies like SOM and OpenDoc are also eligible.

In addition to the Worldwide Services and Commercial Services extensions, Premier Services members have voice access to an advocate in IBM who can assist them with various development and marketing activities that are offered exclusively to Premier Services members.

To enroll in the Premier Services extension, call 1-407-982-6408 or fax to 1-407-998-7610, and ask for the Commercial/Premier Services DAP Application form. You or your company must be currently marketing a Personal Software-based product. If not, you should submit (with your application) a non-confidential business plan showing development and marketing activities and schedules for your planned product.

Developer Assistance Program Contacts Worldwide

IBM Developer Assistance Programs exist in several geographic areas around the world. For information about the DAP in your area, consult the following list of contacts.

 Geographic Area                          Voice Phone
 Asia/Pacific countries (except Japan)    65-225-2617
 Brazil                                   55-192-65-8057
 Canada and the Caribbean                 1-905-316-2996
   (Fax: ask for document 75112)          1-800-465-3299
 Europe, Middle East, and Africa          44-256-51136
 Japan                                    81-3-3279-8231
 Latin America and South America          525-580-4267

Subscription Information for The Developer Connection for OS/2 and the IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2

The following list of phone and fax numbers was published in Volume 3 of The Developer Connection News.

The list applies to two products:

  • The Developer Connection for OS/2
  • IBM Device Driver Source Kit (DDK) for OS/2

The phone numbers shown are for ordering both products unless otherwise specified.

NOTE
Commercial and Premier Services DAP members in the USA are eligible for a discounted price for The Developer Connection for OS/2. When ordering, be sure to specify that you are a Commercial and Premier Services DAP member, and give your membership number.

To order within Europe: If you live outside the USA, Canada, Asia/Pacific countries, Brazil, or Mexico, you can order directly from the IBM Software Manufacturing Center in Copenhagen, Denmark. Be sure to dial your country's international access code before dialing the appropriate phone number or fax number listed below. 45 is the country code for Denmark.

Latest List of OS/2 2.1x Books

Here is the latest list of published and planned books about OS/2 2.1x.

Released
Advanced OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming Thomas Burge and Joseph Celi ISBN 0-471-59198-X, John Wiley & Sons
Application Development Using OS/2 REXX Anthony Rudd ISBN 0-471-60691-X, Wiley-QED
The Art of OS/2 C Programming Kathleen Panov, Arthur Panov, and Larry Salomon ISBN 0-471-58802-4, Wiley-QED
C and C++ Programming in the OS/2 Environment Mitra Gopaul ISBN 0-442-01240-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1, Third Edition Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey ISBN 0-442-01833-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
A Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2 Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey ISBN 0-442-01798-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Cross-Platform Programming in OS/2 Len Dorfman ISBN 0-07-017862-3, McGraw-Hill
Das große Buch zu OS/2 2.1 (German) Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura ISBN 3-8158-1064-7, Data Becker Verlag
Designing OS/2 Applications David Reich ISBN 0-471-58889-X, John Wiley & Sons
Dvorak's Guide to OS/2 2.1 John Dvorak, David Whittle, and Martin McElroy ISBN 0-679-74648-X, Random House
Easy OS/2 Shelly O'Hara ISBN 1-56529-145-X, Sams
Effective Multithreading in OS/2 Len Dorfman ISBN 0-07-017841-0, McGraw-Hill
Inside OS/2 2.1, Third Edition Mark Minasi, John Little, Marlene Semple, Bill Camarda, Bill Schindler, and Esther Schindler ISBN 1-56205-206-3, New Riders
Instant OS/2! Porting C Applications to OS/2 Len Dorfman ISBN 0-8306-4522-5, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
Learn OS/2 in a Day Brian Dooley ISBN 1-55622-361-7, Wordware
The Little OS/2 Book Kay Y. Nelson ISBN 1-56609-047-4, Peachpit Press
Mastering OS/2 REXX Gabriel Gargiulo ISBN 0-471-51901-4, Wiley-QED
Now That I Have OS/2 2.1 On My Computer, What Do I Do Next? Steve Levenson and Eli Hertz ISBN 0-442-01832-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 2.1 Application Programmer's Guide Jody Kelly, Craig Swearingen, Dawn Bezviner, and Theodore Shrader ISBN 0-442-01736-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
The OS/2 2.1 Bible Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura ISBN 1-55755-174-X, Abacus
OS/2 2.1 Complete Peter Franken ISBN 1-55755-184-7, Abacus
The OS/2 2.1 Corporate Programmer's Handbook Nora Scholin, Martin Sullivan, and Robin Scragg ISBN 0-442-01598-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 2.1 Power Techniques author ? ISBN 1-56529-286-3, Que
OS/2 2.1 Programming Herbert Schildt and Robert Goosey ISBN 0-07-881910-5, Osborne/McGraw-Hill
The OS/2 2.1 REXX Handbook Hallette German ISBN 0-442-01734-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 2.11 Unleashed David Moskowitz and David Kerr ISBN 0-672-30445-7, Sams
OS/2 2.1 Workplace Shell Programming Stefano Maruzzi ISBN 0-679-79162-0, Random House
OS/2 2.x Notebook: Best of OS/2 Developer Dick Conklin, editor ISBN 0-442-01522-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 Applications Directory ISBN 74770-78003-8, Miller Freeman/IBM
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume I: Introduction to OS/2 2.1 Craig Chambers, Jim Crump, Paul McPeek, and Larry Pollis ISBN 1-884988-00-8, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume II: Introduction to OS/2 Programming Craig Chambers, Feite Kraay, and Larry Pollis ISBN 1-884988-01-6, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume III: Introduction to OS/2 Connectivity Paul McPeek, Bob Reed, Greg Stuchell, and Craig Chambers ISBN 1-884988-02-4, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Awareness Series, Volume IV: Introduction to System Object Model John Boudreaux, Jonathan Rossi, Dave Sterner, and Craig Chambers ISBN 1-884988-03-2, One UP Corporation
OS/2 Batch Files to Go Ronny Richardson ISBN 0-07-052370-3, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
OS/2 Extra! VIO, KBD, and MOU Special Functions Revealed Len Dorfman and Marc Neuberger, editors ISBN 0-8306-4567-5, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
OS/2 for Dummies Andy Rathbone ISBN 1-878058-76-2, IDG
OS/2 for Non-Nerds Bruce Hallberg ISBN 1-56205-153-9, New Riders
OS/2 for Windows Users Sharon Crawford and Charlie Russell ISBN 0-7821-1528-4, Sybex
OS/2 Inside & Out Kathy Ivens and Brian Proffit ISBN 0-07-881871-0, Osborne
OS/2 Instant Reference Peter Dyson ISBN 0-7821-1179-3, Sybex
OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming Charles Petzold ISBN 1-56276-123-4, Ziff-Davis Press
OS/2 Presentation Manager Programming for COBOL Programmers, Revised Edition for OS/2 2.1 Robert Chapman ISBN 0-471-56140-1, Wiley-QED
OS/2 Secrets and Solutions Peter Dyson ISBN 0-7821-1281-1, Sybex
OS/2 V2 C++ Class Library: Power GUI Programming with C Set ++ William Law, Kevin Leong, Robert Love, and Hiroshi Tsuji ISBN 0-442-01795-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
PC Learning Labs Teaches OS/2 2.1 by Logical Operations ISBN 1-56276-148-X, Ziff-Davis
Performance 2.1: A Fine-Tuning Kit for OS/2 2.1 Tony Pereira ISBN ?, Clear & Simple
Quick Reference Guide for OS/2 2.1 George T. Lynch ISBN 1-56243-119-6, DDC
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 1: Win Functions Nora Scholin ISBN 0-442-01897-5, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Real-World Programming for OS/2 2.1 Derrel R. Blain, Kurt R. Delimon, and Jeff English ISBN 0-672-30300-0, Sams
REXX Reference Summary Handbook Dick Goran ISBN 0-96398-541-8, CFS Nevada
The Shell Collection: OS/2 2.1 Utilities Steven Levenson ISBN 0-442-01585-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Stacker for OS/2 and DOS: An Illustrated Tutorial Lisa Heller ISBN 0-07-027986-1, Windcrest/McGraw-Hill
Stepping Up to OS/2 2.1 Robert Albrecht and Michael Plura ISBN 1-55755-185-5, Abacus
Teach Yourself OS/2 2.1 Judi Fernandez ISBN 1-55828-282-3, MIS Press
Teach Yourself OS/2 2.1 in a Week Carol Thomas ISBN 0-672-30360-4, Sams
10-Minute Guide to OS/2 2.1 Herb Tyson ISBN 1-56761-185-0, Alpha
Thinking Person's Guide to OS/2 2.1 Maria Tyne ISBN 0-471-60306-6, Wiley-QED
Using OS/2 2.1, Third Edition Barry Nance, Caroline Halliday, and Greg Chicares ISBN 1-56529-635-4, Que
Using Workplace OS/2: Power User's Guide Lori Brown and Jeff Howard ISBN 0-442-01590-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Van Wolverton's Guide to OS/2 Van Wolverton and Jim Meade ISBN 0-679-74877-6, Random House
Voodoo OS/2 Allen G. Taylor ISBN 1-566-04066-3, Ventana
Windows Vs. OS/2: The GUI-OOUI War Theo Mandel ISBN 0-442-01750-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Writing OS/2 Device Drivers in C, Second Edition Steve Mastrianni ISBN 0-442-01729-4, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Your OS/2 2.1 Consultant Herb Tyson ISBN 0-672-30317-5, Sams
March 1994 Downsizing to OS/2 2.1 author ? ISBN 1-56205-244-6, New Riders
OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Power Users IBM authors ISBN 1-56529-286-3, Que
April The Ultimate OS/2 Programmer's Manual John Mueller ISBN 0-07-043972-9, McGraw-Hill
June OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Developers author ? ISBN 1-56529-287-1, Que
July Object-Oriented Programming Using SOM and DSOM Christina Lau ISBN 0-442-01948-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Objects for OS/2 2.1 Bruce Tate, Scott Danforth, and Paul Koenen ISBN 0-442-01738-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
The OS/2 2.x Handbook William Zack ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 2: Message Functions Nora Scholin ISBN 0-442-01898-3, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Teach Yourself REXX in 21 Days Bill and Esther Schindler ISBN 0-672-305291, Sams
August Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1 (Chinese translation) Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey ISBN ?, Hope Computer Co.
Client/Server Programming with OS/2 2.1 (Japanese translation) Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey ISBN ?, ITL Japan
A Client/Server Survival Guide with OS/2 (Chinese translation) Robert Orfali and Dan Harkey ISBN ?, Hope Computer Co.
Hajimete Tsukau OS/2 (Using OS/2 for the First Time) (Japanese) author ? ISBN ?, Keigaku Publishing
Motto Shiritai OS/2 (Knowing OS/2 Better) (Japanese) author ? ISBN ?, I-Mate Co., Ltd.
OS/2 Daisuki! (I Love OS/2!) (Japanese) author ? ISBN ?, Ohmsha, Ltd.
OS/2 Real Time (Japanese translation) author ? ISBN ?, Gijutsu Hroron Co., Ltd.
The OS/2 Survival Kit Brian Proffit ISBN ?, Addison-Wesley
OS/2 User No Tame OS/2 (Japanese version of Sybex's OS/2 for Windows Users) Crawford and Russell ISBN ?, ASCII Corp.
Windows in OS/2: Insider's Guide to WIN-OS/2 Tim Shortley ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
September The Design of OS/2 2.1, 2nd Edition Mike Kogan and Harvey Deitel ISBN 0-201-52886-X, Addison-Wesley
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 3: Workplace Shell Nora Scholin ISBN 0-442-01899-1, Van Nostrand Reinhold
The Ultimate OS/2 File Management Kit Dorfman and Stegner ISBN 007-911882-8, McGraw-Hill
October Lotus Notes in the OS/2 Environment Dennis Walsh ISBN ?, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 Object-Oriented Programming Russell Jacobs ISBN ?, Que
OS/2 Remote Communications: Asynchronous to Synchronous T&T Ken Stonecipher ISBN 0-442-01814-2, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Writing VX-REXX Programs Ronny Richardson ISBN 0-07-9119-10, McGraw-Hill
November OS/2 for Everyone Doug Azzarito and David Green ISBN 0-471-06083-6, Wiley-QED
OS/2 2.x Control Program API Reference Marc Stock 0-471-03887-3, Wiley-QED
OS/2 2.1 Red Book for Developers IBM authors ISBN 1-56529-287-1, Que
OS/2 VX-REXX Programming author ? ISBN ?, McGraw-Hill
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 4: GPI Functions Nora Scholin ISBN 0-442-01900-9, Van Nostrand Reinhold
December The Art of OS/2 2.x C Programming Kathleen Panov, Arthur Panov, and Larry Salomon ISBN 0-471-08633-9, Wiley-QED
OS/2 2.x Workplace Shell SOM Marc Stock 0-471-08373-3, Wiley-QED
OS/2 Workplace Shell API Reference Mindy Pollack 0-471-03872-5, Wiley-QED
January 1995 OS/2 for the Impatient author ? ISBN ?, Addison-Wesley
OS/2 2.x Presentation Manager for Power Programmers Stern and Morrow ISBN 0-471-05839-4, Wiley-QED
OS/2 Secrets Carole Patton ISBN 1-56884-084-5, IDG
Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 5: DOS Functions Nora Scholin ISBN 0-442-01901-7, Van Nostrand Reinhold
March 1995 Quick Reference Library for OS/2 Functions, Volume 6: Miscellaneous Functions Nora Scholin ISBN 0-442-01902-5, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Date to be Determined Dynamic Data Exchange for OS/2 Programmers Glenn T. Puchtel ISBN 0-442-01949-1, Van Nostrand Reinhold
Independent Platform Coding author ? ISBN ?, IBM/McGraw-Hill
OS/2 in the Fast Lane (2.1 edition) Bill Camarda ISBN 1-56205-126-1, New Riders
OS/2 and NetWare Programming: Using the NetWare Client API for C Lori Gauthier ISBN 0-442-01815-0, Van Nostrand Reinhold
OS/2 and Connectivity author ? ISBN ?, Wiley-QED
OS/2 and Networking author ? ISBN ?, Wiley-QED
OS/2 Presentation Manager API Reference Joel Barnum ISBN 0-471-03872-5, Wiley-QED
Not OS/2-related, but newsworthy
Enterprise Network Performance Optimization ? Nemzow ISBN ?, Mc-Graw Hill due July 1994
Inside the PowerPC Revolution Dunteman and Pronk ISBN 1-883577-04-7, Coriolis Group
PC DOS 6.3: Everything You Need to Know Jonathan Kamin ISBN 1-55958-450-5, Prima Publishing

OS/2 Redbooks Issued Within Last Six Months

This report lists the OS/2 Redbooks released within the last six months.

Redbooks are "how to" books, written by the most experienced IBM Systems Engineers from all over the world, for professionals, to ease their complex tasks. IBM's International Technical Support Organization (ITSO), which has Centers close to IBM's development divisions, produces and publishes the Redbooks, and updates and distributes this list monthly.

Prices shown are in USD and are valid only in the USA. Prices in other countries may vary.

Users of ITSO Publications are encouraged to provide feedback to improve quality over time. A feedback form is in the back of any Redbook. Questions and feedback may also be sent via Internet to REDBOOKS@VNET.IBM.COM.

  • CICS OS/2 V2.0 Sizing and Performance
    • GG24-4190-00, December 1993, 148 pages, 50 USD
  • CICS/VSE to CICS OS/2 and CICS/6000: A Guide to Client/Server Solutions
    • GG24-4262-00, June 1994, 188 pages, price unavailable
  • Developing DCE Applications for AIX, OS/2 and Windows
    • GG24-4090-01, April 1994, 308 pages, 42.40 USD
  • Introduction to OS/2 2.1 National Language Support
    • GG24-4213-00, May 1994, 202 pages, 26 USD
  • NetWare Client for OS/2 Installation and Configuration
    • GG24-3891-01, December 1993, 186 pages, 25 USD
  • OS/2 2.1 Ultimedia Tools
    • GG24-4204-00, February 1994, 256 pages, 59 USD
  • OS/2 2.11, OS/2.1 for Windows, New OS/2 Device Drivers, and Updates to OS/2 2.1
    • GG24-4212-00, May 1994, 440 pages, 29.50 USD
  • OS/2 Configuration Techniques: "Cracking" the Workplace Shell
    • GG24-4201-00, May 1994, 328 pages, 31 USD
  • OS/2 Power Techniques
    • GG24-4346-00, May 1994, 1000 pages, 49.95 USD
  • OS/2 REXX: From Bark to Byte
    • GG24-4199-00, December 1993, 358 pages, 19.95 USD
  • TCP/IP V2.0 for OS/2 Installation and Interoperability
    • GG24-3531-02, December 1993, 442 pages, 45 USD
  • Understanding IBM OS/2 LAN Server Ultimedia Version 1.0
    • GG24-4224-00, March 1994, 122 pages, 27 USD
  • Using Network Security Program on AIX, OS/2, and DOS Platforms
    • GG24-4149-00, April 1994, 158 pages, 53.25 USD
  • Using V2R3 DOS and OS/2 PC Support/400 under OS/2 2.1, Including Communications Manager/400, Communications Manager/2, and RUMBA/400 for OS/2
    • GG24-4070-00, February 1994, 392 pages, 75 USD

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This concludes 1994 Issue 8 of IBM PSP Developer Support News. Please let us know how we can improve it; see the beginning of the newsletter for ways to contact us. Thank you!