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80 Microcomputing - 1981 (Complete)

       



         80 Microcomputing - Volume 13 - January, 1981
Volume
# 13

Date
13/81

Load-80
No
Pages
246
    

Contents

68Color by PercomFrancis KalinowskiOf course we know you can't get color graphics on a black and white 80, but with Percom's interface and a color television, you can come pretty close.
88Color Computer PrimerTim Ahrens, Jack Brown and Hunter ScalesTandy's latest computer is a contender in the new color graphics market. It has its own BASIC and plug-in ROM paks. Read about what these authors call Tandy's most powerful computer yet.
120After the Goldrushby Jeny FrostAfter years of panning for gold in the Yukon, Frost returned home and discovered a gold mine right in his attic. Not one to simply sit in his lair and hoard his riches, he hastened to his 80 for some goldplated programming. Now you, too, can check your closets for hidden treasure.
200The DB to LII ConverterBryan MumfordSpending the best part of your life CLOADing? Has Disk BASIC made your favorite programs unavailable? You've got those Level II ain't Disk BASIC blues. Don't be depressed! Bryan Mumford, micro-magician, has a cure. Follow his directions and DB becomes LII before your very eyes!
211Get High on HistogramsDaniel LovyTrying to convince your boss that the public is leaning towards treadle-powered electric heaters this winter? Lovy has a program that lets you put the results of your survey in front of the Old Man's nose.

Application

120After the GoldrushJerry FrostCalculate your hidden worth with this program.
232Number CruncherJames BarbarelloPopulation studies made simple

Construction

190OnomatoeightyJohn C. MeinGet it through the ear
208DoodlebugJames E. McKennaScreen sketching wlth easy moves

Graphics

68Color by PercomFrancis S. KalinowskiGet out your Crayolas.

Hardware

172Audio InterfaceHoward F. BatieThis application provides a long list of aids.

Review

68Color Computer PrimerTim Ahrens, Browne Jack Browne and Hunter ScalesA close look at Tandy's latest.
170Racet's Infinite BASICRonald H BoboInfinite BASIC examined.

Software

212CROSSREFD N EwartMainframe power in an 80.
228Terminal PlusBuzz GorskySoftware aids for terminals.

Style

222The Plan of the PageAlexander MacLeanProgram writing by steps

Technique

211Get High on HistogramsDaniel LovyIf graphs turn you on.
218Efficient Cassette I/OGerald A SabinDedicated to the sanity of tape users.

Tutorial

98On ModemsCharles BrownWhat, when, where ...and especially, why.
100Into the 80'sIan R SinclairThe essence of variables.
114CLOAD Is Just a Five Letter WordDennis Bathory KitszClean It up.
182A Perspective on CubesPaul GerhardtSquare this one away.

Utility

130ZBUG ... Super DEBUG MonitorLt. John B. HarrellA fast bug swatter.
200The DB to LII ConverterBryan MumfordSpeed up eternity.

Regulars

7RemarksWayne Green
12Inside 80Ed Juge
16Input
2280 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
23The Assembly LineWilliam Barden Jr.
30Education 80Earl R. Savage
3580 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
41Reviews
50News
58New Products

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 14 - February, 1981
Volume
# 14

Date
14/81

Load-80
No
Pages
244
    

Contents

68Programming for EducationJerome WeintraubThe education market is booming but programmers are finding school children have special needs. Read how one man is "selling" his 80 to a five-year-old. The first in a series of articles on program writing for school children.
74Project LocalPamela PetrakosThirteen years ago a computer instruction time-sharing project was started in Massachusetts with the help of federal funds. Today, that project has spawned independent micro laboratories in a number of area schools.
78Classroom ComputingDr. Lee Droegemueller and Norman BellRosemount, Minnesota has a school department committed to microcomputer aided instruction. The Board of Education led the way with a statement of their commitment while seekina the helo of - an experienced computer classroom planner.
52Grade School ProgrammersNancy RobertsonGrayson Wheatley, a teacher at Purdue, has compiled some surprising statistics on the progress of computer-aided learners in Cumberland, Indiana.
168Random TricksGene PerkinsVaudeville fans get out those spinning plates, wooden dowels and "refresh" your memory about dynamic RAM.

Applications

122Can Computing Be ArtJames J. ConroyRembrandts of RTTY art, move aside
152Population EstimationDennis SolomonHow many peas in a pod, fleas on your dog?
154LandlordJames A. TuohyLease a jump on inflation
194Moiality CrunchingRobert SuderAvogadro on the 80
198Punch OutJames J. ConroySpeedy card circulation
200The Final NoticeWalter J. Atkins, J.rDon't miss it.

Business

216Some FundamentalsSteve E. TuneThings you should know.

Construction

175A Very Versatile InterfaceW. R. StanleyBuild your own.

Data Management

220Floppy TalesEric KeenerStringy Storage

Education

86Classroom DoodlesAnn RosenbergRun these for fun.
96Notes From The ClassroomRalph von KaenelHints from those who've done it
226Vocabulary BuilderRoger ZimmermanLearn a foreign language

Graphics

128Banner BanterValerie VannCelebrate something, anything.

Hardware

230Perverse VideoWilliam P. Winter, Jr.Video on the run.

Math

126Function PlotterLouis C. GraueNeed a function graph?

Reviews

158Electronic Systems Serial I/OJim CambronElectronic mail on a shoestring.
186StarstuffRussell M. GenetTrack your planet and watch out for UFOs
202#26-2202Guerri F. StevensModel I EDTASM reviewed, finally.
232LNW Expansion BoardBob CougerExpand your space

Tutorial

100Into the 80'sIan R SinclairThe secret to subroutines
166Be a USR UserAllan S JoffeFrom a real dealer
224Compile, Interpret, Assemble ... OH BOYEd FaulkTame these horrors

Utility

112Clock bootYuergen BoehmkeGet it where it belongs
138Paper Tiger ScreenprinterRuth LeawartHard copy graphics.
144Auto EditDan RollinsPong by pointer equals speed.
214LPRINT Formatter IICharles Z TrinbergRight packed ASCII
218Fast EditDwigh K LilkChop off 90 percent.
236Now You See ItHubert C BorrmannSave your screen with this

Regulars

6RemarksWayne Green
8Inside 80Ed Juge
1080 Input
14Education Reviews
20Reviews
28Education 80Earl R Savage
2980 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
33The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
4080 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
5280 News
63New Products
242List of Advertisers

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 15 - March, 1981
Volume
# 15

Date
15/81

Load-80
No
Pages
294
    

Contents

68The Disk DossierJake CommanderCommander grabs DOS by the disks, turns it over and shakes it out. If you've been wondering what is behind those mysterious three letters, this article will shed some light on the sublect.
74DOS TalkStewart E. Fason and John BurganA successful businessman and a serious bugfinder team up in this DOS review help you make an intelligent choice among them.
7780 Interviews: Lew Kornfeld and John RoachNancy RobertsonIn this matched set of interviews, Robertson gets some inside info on personality, Radio Shack and what to expect in the future.
136Income Averaging - 1980Margaret M. Grothman, CPAHad a big raise lately? Changed jobs for more money? If you're not satisfied with the looks of vour income tax return, fire up your 80 and take a look at this program for income averaging.
118Micro-BasketballCharles E. WeindorfWho needs the NBA when you've got this game? You and your friends will forego the games on the tube and fire up this gem instead.

Applications

152By Appointment OnlyDavid D. BuschNever sure where you are? Here's help.
174Line Up!John AndersonBring your 80 to the grocery and never stand in line again
192Letter CounterWalter Atkins, Jr, PhD.Searching for something to be curious about?
23080 Appliance ControlCass LewartWire up and take off.
274ShoplistHal SmithUse your 80 as a pantry.

Business

200Mind You Own BusinessGregory R GlauAnd never mind the math.
240The Loan WranglerGarth JensenKnow what you're getting into.

Game

278CompukalaPeter K MollerFor the modern cave dweller.

General

62Badinage and DiscipleHarv PenningtonPennington takes a reader to task
154Computer CantosWard D Griggiths IIIAnyone own a Dickinson or a Browning?
196Just a Matter of TimeDavid BuschLooking for an excuse to buy an 80?
216Between the LinesRobert McTernanThings your manual never told you.
244The Shadow KnowsJohn L Romkey80 legend and lore.
248OPINION=PEEK(Mail)Jim GlosserLetter to Radio Shack.
250Disk to TapeRobert J. HockingGet that cassette back out of the closet.
272Short and SweetChris GundlachLessons in worthwhile quickies.

Hardware

214See No EvilRobert MacreThis LED display keeps the video garbage out of your way
252Switched-on CLOADJohn E BickelPlay without plugging.

Home

219Watt's It All About?Don HubertKick back at the electric company.

Review

206B17Stewert E. FasonThe reviewed bought his complimentary copy!

Style

209Better DocumentationGeorge C. FerberTake the mystery out of your programs.

Tutorial

92Into the 80'sIan R. SinclalrThe last installment
104Do Not EnterJerome WeintraubPart two of an educational series.
178Doing Two Things at OnceBuzz GorskyTeach your 80 to chew gum and walk at the same time.
186Wild Glitch HuntingJohn WarrenWilderness lore you'll need to find one.

Utility

160No Forwarding AddressBertram A ThielProgram locks.
168El Cheapo PackerGreg BrowneSmash that soft stuff down.
180Find it Fast!James Yowell YelvingtonThere's a variable loose in your BASIC.
191Single Drive File CopyBuzz GorskyHow to get two for the price of one.
210BabydubDennis Bathory KitszWandering into cassettes, he comes out with the goods.
222Scrip PatchDaniel B AllredHow to get there from here.
225Constant AlternativesEvan C Hand, Sr.Put something old in your BASIC.
232The Pauper's ProcessorGary L OsburnWhen ya' ain't got the bucks.
236Where Have All The GOTOs Gone?Hubert C BorrmanFine 'em when you need 'em.
247EZ WiderMilan D Chepko, M.D.Roll these characters across the page any width you'd like.
256Speedy RenumbererRobert J DowdMake those numbers dance.
270KBEEPFIX RevisitedDarell R WhiteheadFor those on disks.

Regulars

7RemarksWayne Green
10Inside 80Ed Juge
1280 Input
18Reviews
28The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
3680 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
4080 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
45Education 80Earl R. Savage
48News
57New Products

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 16 - April, 1981
Volume
# 16

Date
04/81

Pages
310
    

Contents

116Advanced Graphic TechniquesBob BootheIn the first of a three-part series on straightline graphics, Bob Boothe will show you what to expect from a TRS-80 and a dot matrix line printer. Part one deals with disk commands in ways you many never have thought of - especially in an 80 without drives.
117A Turn of the ScrewBob BootheSome simple math programs by Bob Boothe produce some three-dimensional graphics that twist, turn and travel across your 80
134A High-Density Graphic InterfaceDennis Murray and Paul Fowler, Jr.Authors Murray and Fowler design a high-density graphics interface that will let you plot high-res graphics with no effort. The directions are here; you'll emerge with a better undertaking of raster scan video concepts and more powerful graphics.
144Programming for Education - Part 3Jerome I. WeintraubThis final installment in the Weintraub education series, tells you how to differentiate between twypes of educational programs and their objectives, while it offers some hints for clarity and keeping a student's interest up.
74Rushing toward CoursewarePamela Petrakos80 takes its first look at a new market trend. We surveyed a field of traditional book publishers to find out what their intentions were toward the burgeoning educational software market and how that industry will effect the textbook market in the future.

Applications

179This Ain't No Party!Stewart E. FasonPin friends and influence people.
186Sans DisksStewart F. HunterData base management on cassette.
192Two Cents WorthJack ClaytonThe TRS-80 old coin dealer.
214Endorese ItArthur J. WelcherIt's easy to spend a million bucks.
252WHERZITJames H. HoxWonder what these titles really mean?
261Check WriterCharles Z. TzinbergEndorse a work of art.
266Exponential SmoothingLen GorneySmooth out your forecasting technique.

Construction

218The Model I-1/2Larry FortnaCur those cords.
248Red Letter Day for LowercaseGeorge C FerberA holiday modification story.
228Lower Cost LowercasePhilip M. Van PraagTen bucks and some time will put you lowdown.

Game

154Simul-80 - A Weird GameDennis KitszSurprise! Now you are a data bus.

General

178The Unexpurgated VersionDavid D BuschReal meanings of micro gables.
222Cost Effective Word ProcessingLarry M Hewin, Ed. D.Without disks and with class.

Hardware

262TRS-80 Joystick ControlStephen BarkerStick it to your 80.
272TRS-80 Bus ConductorL. Joseph FoxFox took what Radio Shack wouldn't give.

Interface

278The Model I As a Dumb TerminalJim TallmanTalk to peripherals.

Recreation

210The Dot GameArthur J WelcherPlay games to learn programming.

Review

195NEWDOS-80Allan J DomuretFind out what it really is.

Style

246Loops and ArraysL. Mitchell WeinTwo ways to streamline your programs.
297Block that CursorRon BalewskiStop your 80 from winking at you.

Tutorial

240Fast Clock DOSAllan J DomuretTeach your DOS to run races.

Utility

271CompareWilliam B EverettFor identical twins.
298Smart AnswersJames F WilliamsHow to hex your 80.

Regulars

7RemarksWayne Green
8Inside 80Ed Juge
1280 Input
31Reviews
4480 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
4980 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
52Education 80Earl R Savage
53The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
61News
70New Products

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 17 - May, 1981
Volume
# 17

Date
05/81

Pages
310
    

Contents

87The Auto MentorLeslie E. SparksCar maintenance eroding your bottom line? Here are all the answers you need to decide whether to buy a new car or stick with your old one. Find out how much your old car is costing you, then compare it with the cost and mileage of that lovely new machine.
99The Home Buyer's HelperClarence StinsonThis article turns your 80 into a home buyer's calculator that will calculate the differences in interest paid on mortgages, cash needed monthly to make the payments, and appropriate IRS rebates. Pay through your 80, it feels better.
103How to Buy and Sell HousesDale A WhitmanWhitman takes a look at home buying from both sides of the coin. This article may convince you that there is a better way to finance than through the banks.
113A Dollar DownJack MartinThis article tells you much more about a new car than kicking the tires will, and it doesn't indulge in a sales pitch, either. Drag your eyes away from the shiny new paint and train them on your shiny 80; you may discover there is a better deal to be had.
119Advanced Graphics Techniques - Part IIBob BootheIn this second part of a three-part series, Boothe really struts his stuff and makes the 80 do all but cartwheels with some truly incredible graphics. You may not recognize your 80.
58The Exclusive OracleDennis KitszKitsz begins a new feature with this issue, which will prove to be as irregular as he is. Want to question the wizard? Here's the medium.
64Dow Jones Offers Videotex Tie-inBert LatamoreDow Jones has made its business and stock market news information service available for all TRS-80 owners, including the Color Computer. Latamore has all the specs; this could prove to be very important to your business.

Applications

128Dome TimeDaniel B. NickellIf you've always wanted your own sphere
219Foreign Language TranslationDan L RobinsonYou can finally make sense of your relatives

Business

222The General LedgerR L ConhaimGet your business on cassette

Construction

80High Density Graphic Interface - Part TwoDennis Murray and Paul Fowler, JrInstalling high-res.
202Hardwire the RS-232Don DeJarnetteGet to bed earlier, with this one.
254An Alternate SourceJohn G ConnerInternational computing

Education

194Dancin!-A Disco PrimerAndrew A. ModiaByte off some boogie

Game

294BOAJeff MyersGet into a snakepit

General

192HardtimesJoe FettigVariables maps and other tools
208A Field Guide to ComputeristsChuck DohertyCheck out these birds
258SpeedsetSherman B WiningsRid yourself of read/write errors
272The Sargon SaverThomas L QuindryIf you have to work for a living

Graphics

176Inverse VideoBrian D. SmithTurn black to white
204Flexible ScrollerJeff MyersRoll your own

Hardware

188Keep It In the BlackWilliam D JohnsonFor tired printers
236The Pulse JockeyLarry SuterSoftware and trickery to make things simple

Personal

278Compterized ComplaintDennis J GilligFor Input page addicts

Review

158FORTRANslatorRichard C McGarveyA review and caveat
206Editor/Assembler-PlusDan ZuckermanGood stuff for 16K Level II
210Microsoft's Compiler for the Model IIJames L WaggonerA handy language changer
230LNW Resarch Expansion BoardIan HodgsonHelps your 80 work hard
242> 22 MHz for $99Fredi EggerGive your 80 a monitor boost
266The FCI-80 and the TC-80Harley DykCassette prodders
296Talk To Your TRS-80Art WeicherBetcha didn't know It had a voice

Technique

246Not-So-Random NumbersTimothy R. ZeiglerCreate charts out of chaos

Tutorial

146Memories Are Made of ThisRobert D RandallMake a routine out of RAM and ROM
188An Idiot's Guide to Assembly Language-Part IRobert C. MontgomeryFrom one struggling idiot to another
292On the AverageLen GorneyAbout an average subject

Utility

190Direct Statement In FileD E FitchhornSave your overworked fingers
216Dollars and SenseTom AndrewsA subroutine for getting down to business
234The EncoderRon CarnAn easier way
244Hex ConverterRichard H. MaloneTurn a nightmare into a treat
256One Wheel DriveDan Keen and Larry PezzutoTurn your jalopy into a sedan
260Shift LockMartin C. HambeiA Subroutine to give you short shift.
264The Spare Time GeneratorThomas C Mehesan, Jr.For those with long lists of names.
270ComprsStephen BarkerHelp for short memory hindrances.
284Take T-Bug HigherW. R. StanleyWithout a pilot's license.
288Know-It-AllAlan SehmerEverythins you wanted to know, but were afraid to ask.

Regulars

7RemarksWayne Green
8Inside 80Ed Juge
1280 Input
26Reviews
38The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
4480 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
4880 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
54Education 80Earl R. Savage
58The Exclusive OracleDennis Bathory Kitsz
64News
73New Products
306Reader Service

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 18 - June, 1981
Volume
# 18

Date
06/81

Pages
380
    

Contents

68Advanced Graphics Techniques - Part IIIBob BootheIn this final part of a graphics series, Boothe uses machine language routines with disk commands. He also teaches his printer how to do high density graphics. More patterns are presented, and Boothe provides the spells a computer wizard needs to rotate a pattern on its axis.
8480 Microcomputing's Buyers Guide to Printers80 Micro EditorsThe editors have been busy during the long winter months compiling this very detailed list of printers. What they are, what they do, how much they cost, and where to get them are a few of the questions covered in this guide.
96A Tiger With DotsGeorge SomersSomers bought a Paper Tiger, and immediately began tiger training. Turns out he's very good at this! He's trained his tiger so well it won't put out a dot without his say so. And when he does say so, it jumps. No whips and chair for this trainer, though; he uses software, and shares some of his training routlnes in this article.
102The Color Computer - An Inside LookPhillip Martel and Robert NicholasThe authors describe the Color Computer, its features, functions and commands. Some handy charts are presented, as well as programs that make this newest '80 strut its stuff.
268The Software BrokerJohn HarperEver want to try to make a killing in the stock market but not quite dare? Harper arms you with all the software and information you need to use your 80 to help you make predictions and a few calculated decisions.

Applications

122DragnetworkAlicia KennedyThe cops in Illinois have a new recrult on the beat
127Application In Real TimeRussell M GenetThis 80 is a star gazer
140EYE-80James S. Hawkes, PhD and Grady R. ReeseMake your 80 into an underpaid, uncomplaining spy
236The Mileage ManagerA. L. FrinkSacrificing comfort for cost

Game

160SUPERMAZEHoward F BatieGet lost in this one.
186SubdestroyJohn CominioHow long can you tread water?
244Lunar Lander RevisitedJohn BeringerA game not debugged to death

General

194The Level II IndexBarbara MercerTandy could use this
197Model II Q and ATom YagerGot a question? Here's an answer

Graphics

147Unlocking the Graphic CodeJerome I. WeintraubNo more hunt and peck

Interface

92The Xerox 1740 and the Model IIDr. James H. NestorLessons in Nestor's Law
157Joysticks for the Model IFrank DiNunzioThe pleasures of stick drive
188Polyphonic Sound SynthesisRichard L. BrocawComplex sound generation
288Electro-Mechanical Hard CopySherman LevineBy an avid writer

Personal

296The Rule of 78sR. L. ConhaimSave.some money with this rule

Review

130LDOSPaul WelnerAll you need to know
137Plug Compatible ProcessorPaul VonkRaing games

Technique

174The Pascal DreamJohn KrutchThings Radio Shack never taught Your 80
255Program Chaining and Local Variable Definition in BASICHal BrownHow to do it
294On Embedding DataJohn D. AdamsMethod and the madness

Tutorial

108To Err Is ... ForbiddenJohn D. AdamsA guide to what you just did wrong
112An Idiot's Guide to Assembly Language-Part 2Robert C. MontgomeryA guided tour.

Utility

178The Disk AutoMenuLarry M. Hewin, Ed.DFor those who get behinder hurrier.
192CAPTRANBuzz GorskyTeach your 80 some small talk
219PurgeJoe LigoriGet rid of your mistakes quickly
224CopykillSteve KelleyDon't type all those names
232Soft TachDaniel NorthCheck your disk speed
248Underscoring ScripsitCarl IsellAnother one Tandy missed
265KILDOS Is HereRobert SoltyslkMinimize your DOS

Regulars

7RemarksWayne Green
8Inside 80Ed Juge
1080 Input
20Reviews
3980 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
43Education 80Earl R. Savage
4480 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
52News
60New Products
306Reader Service

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 19 - July, 1981
Volume
# 19

Date
07/81

Pages
296
    

Contents

96Language Quest '81G. Michael VoseYou know there's some way to talk to a computer, but you're not sure what it is. Somewhere there's got to be a computer that understands you. Probably not, but don't worry -Vose provides a roadmap to the ways computers talk, and the languages they speak.
116COBOL - Ready and WaitingRobert L. BradleyCOBOL is a computer language for businessmen, commonly used, and oneof the few which have been standardized. It used to be ava~lableo nly on mainframes-now you can have it on your '80.
122Pilot-The Language of Computer Aided InstructionRandy HawkinsPilot is the language of computer aided instruction, the language of students - simple, short, and infinitely patient. You can put Pilot in your '80; here's how, with suggestions for its use.
75News from Kitchen Table Software, Inc.David BuschThe debut of a new column from Kitchen Table Software describes the kind of utilites you only dream about. Get ready to giggle.
90Microcomputers-Business or PleasureBert Latamore80 examines the future of microcomputing in business. Ed Juge fences some industry strategists whoseopinions differon growth and dollars in the next decade. You'll find out how three businessmen are defying the pessimists using their 80's in the office today.

Applications

154Modifying Tiny Pascal For DiskLt. John B HarrellDon't mess with cassette
202Enhance Your Level II BASICGil SpencerA travelogue
243Nag AnalyaisDave CrosbyIf you have a large fortune

Construction

184Lightning Strikes TwicePaul C. Fowler, Jr.Suppress those transients

Data Management

254Regression and CorrelationC Brian HonessGreat math news

Game

217The Level II Black BoxMorris JonesRandom deviousness

General

102A Macro Processor for BASIC-Part IJ. Alan OlmsteadThe first of a philosophical series on a macro.
112Coming to TermsJoe D. FugateA short and sweet guide to what it is
162A First Look at ForthJohn KrutchWhat you need to know to get hooked
179Getting InvolvedRobert A. BattyWould he do it again?
294A Quick Riff on SynthesizersDave Keen and Dan DischertWhat they did before the '60.

Interface

171The last CLOAD FixWalter I. StanleyIf your seal is broken
282Recipe for Hard CopyLarry KeithIf you don't have big bucks

Personal

289The Real Rule of 78sR L ConhaimAnother loan formula

Review

86Lobo ConnectionsJake CommanderCommander drives his disks hard
168Tiny Pascal from SupersoftCurtis H KyleHow it looks and what it does
236Archbold's Mod I Speed-Up KitRichard C McGarveyBy an electronic weakling

Technique

199Never ReadyRon BalewskiAdd variety to your life
296Undocumented lnstructionsBrian CameronRegister commands from the heights

Tutorial

146Join the Pascal CrusadeMaroaret M. GrothmanTiny Pascal explicated
271How to Handle Those Random FilesKen KnechtFor random seekers
291To Err is ... Forbidden - Part IIJohn D AdamsA second installment

Utility

226Everyman's Mod II Word PRocessorMike KilroyA modified program.
244A BASIC DisassemblerFrank DelfineMachine code with BASIC
259The Variable ListerJohn L. WebsterTo help with documentation and development
280High Speed Data TapeJim GlosserMachine code to speed up BASIC

Departments

7RemarksWayne Green
8Inside 80Ed Juge
1080 Input
22Reviews
3680 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
41Education 80Earl R. Savage
42The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
5680 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
68News
78New Products

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 20 - August, 1981
Volume
# 20

Date
08/81

Pages
326
    

Contents

85A Walk on the Monster SideBert LatamoreSince forgotten times, man has been a gamester. It is no wonder he has started using microcomputers to flavor his age-old fascination.
214The Green RegisterGlynn Paul LaBordeLaBorde's students at the state penitentiary in Angola, LA may not be your typical scholars, but his program for keeping track of thelr programs will work-even in less confined academic settings.
180Alternate CourseMichael A. DuflinAfter finding "Introduction to Data Processing" the dullest, most useless course he ever took, when the call came for this author to design his own intro, he was determined to make it more than "garbage in/garbage out."
136Being of Sound AlgorithmCarol S. WeinbergHave you ever thought who would inherit your'80 when you pass away? This researcher shows you how to write a program for your last will and testament.
126Epson's MX-80Tony GiltIn our June issue, we compared 57 printers. Here's the 58th. And from its price to its print quality, this Japanese import will be making American printer manufacturers take notice.
150Morse Resource-Part 1Allan S. JofleW3KBM, Dresher, PA, gives us his first installment on programming a TRS-80 to help ham radio operators on the Morse Code circuit.

Applications

192Family RelationshipsSil HorwitzAlex Haley, eat your heart out
248Hold That PoseDoug and Pam EbertHelping photographers find their photos
288Disk IndexRobert A. SchillingMake it easy to keep everything up to date in those directories
294Solar Altitude PlotterEdward H. Rea IIITracklng where the sun shines in

Construction

298The Wandering 80Don HubertBuild a home for your computer

Data Management

194Vital StatisticsC Brian HonessRemember the good old bell curve?

Education

168QuizFred OlsenBuzzers, bells, flashing lights and learning

Game

86Startrek 4.0Jake CommanderCaptain's log: star date: now!
92FrankensteinRobert A. NicholasAvoiding the hassle of reloading a game
102Space PotatoesChristopher BrummeThe 'taters are coming! The 'taters are coming!
104TankDan L RiceA combat game for preschoolers
108Space EmpiresJames L. SmithImperialism circa 2501 A.D.
112SimonDave McGlumphySimulate a popular electronic game
116Star GuardJohn BeringerProtect your stargate from enemy jumpships
122Formula 80Richard A SpragueHigh speed thrills on your tube

General

156A Macro Processor for Basic-Part IIJ. Alan OlmsteadMore on making your computer program itself.
286Color Computer First ImpressionsRichard L. KilmonInitial looks sometimes deceive.

Interface

164TRS-80 to RS-232 to TI-810Morris HermanTie a Texas instruments printer to your Tandy.

Review

154The MicroconnectionFred BlechmanYou're missing a lot without a modem
222Chasing a Data BaseWynne KellerThree data bases compared
234WordD. Wilson CookeA word processing program that's back to Basic

Technique

230RAM SqueezeJohn D AdamsMemory conservation
292Three's Not a CrowdDavid W MawdsleyWriting programs with pencil, paper and utilities

Tutorial

208Programming With the Voice SynthesizerCraig WernerMellifluous sounds from your computer.
254Be a Super USR!Roger C. AlfordLeap the gap between Basic and machine code in a single bound.
262Datacom DecisionsFrank J Derlier, Jr.Making your '80 into a data communications device.
304Digits for FunRoss A Wirth362,880 combinations-but how many fit the bill?
308All About Sorts-Part ILen GorneyFinding out which sort is best

Utility

168DatagenDan and Cass LewartAt last! Effortless data statements from machlne language to Basic.
240TRS-80 DisassemblerCarl WuebkerYour operating system as a puzzle
280UC/LC FixDennis ThurlowWhy are those tables backward?
270DirprogJack EgbertBringing together many frequently modified disks
274The Data MakerGary H. GrosseKeep your calendars straight
278Command File ModifierDonald G. CrawfordSpoon feeding commands to your '80
282Basic ShorthandJared RadinEnter common Basic words in a single keystroke for programming efficiency

Departments

7RemarksWayne Green
8Inside 80Ed Juge
1280 Input
26Reviews
24Education 80Earl R Savage
4280 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
44The Exclusive OracleDennis Bathory Kitsz
48The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
5280 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
74Kitchen Table SoftwareDavid Busch
77Calendar
78New Products
68News
314Load 80
322Reader Service

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 21 - September, 1981




Volume
# 21

Date
09/81

Pages
N/A
    

Contents

104Robotics-The Microcomputing ConnectionChris BrownCurrently, robot intelligence of the Star Wars sort can only be created in one way: Stuffing a midget (preferably British) into into a robot suit.
101It's All Robotese to MeKelvos GisamteDiscretion may be the better part of valor but not always the better part of authors. Gisamte's indiscretions will most likely be forgiven by readers when they find out how entertaining they are.
114One Man's RobotDon McAllisterA year after this author bought a $29 model of R2D2-that cute stump from Star Wars with the fast-forward voice-he had it hooked up to his TRS-80 and responding to voice commands. You can do it, too, he says, and shows you how.
134Spanning the Electronic NationDennis KitszCommunication from sea to shining sea can be yours. All you need is a modem. Author Kitsz looks at three of them.

Tutorial

148All About SortsLen GorneyThey're more than just a shell game
170New Words for BASICAlan NeibauerTaming some foreign mots
182Level II Utilities for the Model IIIKenneth J BigelowT-Bug and other variations
242Going ProNicolas MossBefore you write software for someone else
312Clear NNate SalsburyA not-so-transparent way to save money
334BascalRichard C. MetzlerDetractors of Basic beware

Utility

174The Memory ExpanderTim KenealyEliminating those wide open spaces.
186Base ConversionsJames Yowell YelvinatonCoping with the numbers jungle
228Split and SpliceStephen MillsText manipulation that's a cut up
240Throw AwayR. Gene LangstonKill instructions, save memory
250"On Error ... Fix"N C RichardsonA prescription for bombing bugs.
276Serial Printing with EDTASM-PlusHoward H. CohenYou have to do it yourself
283Patching AcrossRichard KochBack door Scripsit.
317RenameDavid BuschYou enter the strings and thls program will pull them
333Dateline 80Richard A PressThe object of this program is Basic

Applications

190Morse Resource-Part IIAllan S JoffeMore dit dah dah dit
252LifespanJoseph WailandBe a literal life of the party
282Equine Equation EvaluatlonRaymond J. HeroldPlaying the ponies without a computer may be a handicap
286The Secret BallotDavid D BuschPlug in the vote
290Enhanced Word ProcessingJohn F RogersGood news for Line Printer IV owners

Construction

218The Wave ShaperR. B. ShreveGet a load of these curves
258Width ControlJim BarbarelloA little less character may be better for your line printers
298Lowercase Done RightJohn BurganA $59 mod for $16.13

Education

204Alternate Course - Part IIMichael A DullinA method of writing your first program grounded in outer space
244Math DerbyMichael A. DulfinCollege Bowl for furlongs
272Teacher ModMadelelne FishWorking with a classroom of computers
292The Walls of JerichoChuck and Jo McNicholsA Sunday school class blows its horn
328AnalogiesDamon L. SpencerWith ail due respect to Miller

General

142A Macroprocessor for Basic - Part IIIJ. Alan OlmsteadThe first thing to remember about Basic is it doesn't exist
300The Magic TrickDavld D BuschKeyboard sleight of.hand
320TRS-80 Cartoon CapersDarren DeViglliFreeing the Al Capp in your computer

Graphics

214Picture ThisDan Keen and Dave DischertProof that cartoons on your TRS-80 are not a looney idea.
258Curve PlotterSteven M. Zimmerman and Craig StanleyIt could make a draftsman jealous.
302Title GraphicsFrancis S. KallnowskiBillboards for your programs

Reviews

188Software Tools for the CraftsmanMaurice M SmallRenumbering, merge and append made easy.
180Smart Terminal SoftwareBill EverettMake your computer an egghead without getting egg on your face
278Snapp's XBasicRick LedennanLoading cooperation into your Model II

Technique

154RotationBruce YellinTake a cube for a spin
220High Speed SortsRichard R RobsonComputing in the fast lane.
226Erudite ArraysGeorge BarnesMatrices can learn from their peers.
322Slice & Dice BasicJ Stewart SchneiderAn answer to frustrating loads.

Departments

7RemarksWayne Green
8Education 80Earl R. Savage
1080 Input
22Reviews
4080 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
52News
7080 AccountingMichael Tannenbaum
74Kitchen Table SoftwareDavid Busch
76Exclusive OracleDennis Bathory Kitsz
80The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
90New Products
68News
344Reload 80
34980 Books
354Index to Advertisers

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 22 - October, 1981




Volume
# 22

Date
10/81

Pages
N/A
    

Contents

103Artificial Intelligence - Technology and the Search For SelfChris BrownIn the early 195bs, Lucy and Ethel found themselves working on a bon-bon production line and Alan Turing published "Computing Machinery and Intelligence." The world hasn't been the same since.
108And Now Artificial Intelligence Harold NelsonThere has always been someone to put humanity in its proper place, scientists like Copernicus, Darwin and Freud. Now we have roast mules, Animal, and SHRDLU.
114Godel, Escher, BachNancy RobertsonWhile the debate rages over whether or not machines can really think, a young computer scientist suggests man has jumped from the golden bough to be left swinging from a golden braid.
122Mastermind-An Intelligent ProgramDuane R. HopeWhen this author got bored with solo play of this popular game, he decided to create a worthy opponent Inside his computer.
132Simple SyllogismsRick HoffmanIf you've ever fantasized about having an intelligent computer, here's a way to add some smarts to your little black box.

Applications

141Program for the HandicappedStephen F. Nowak and Gary J. MuswickA lot can be done with imagination and a little sweat
182HoopsWilliam CornwellThrow your scorebook away.
220Worldly GoodsJohn E. FallKeep track of those with which you are endowed.
272Sunrise ... SunsetHarold K. SkramstadProgram your computer to time them
274Fat CityDavid BuschKeep tabs on your meat.
298Catet - The Decision MakerVictor T. AlbinoKnow all the alternatives before you act.
316FirestreamGeorge L. GilleNext to Sparky, a TRS-80 could be a firefighter's best friend.
338Loan Sharp Walter J. AthlnsHow a user can avoid usurers
374ListprogDoug RiffelFor sticklers on neatness

Construction

196Tape RegeneratorCass R. LewartAvoiding the pain of bad loads
202Real World Interface - Part IElliott K. RandThe beginning of a beautiful friendship
234Hard and Soft PrintwareI. R. SinclairZen helps you build an interface that won't cost you an orn and a leg
242Auto-KeyMike GhanInput complex mathematical equations
310That Annoying TwitchMarshall E. SmithCuring your tube and reliving aggravation.

Data Management

258All About Program FilesA. J. Barnard Jr and A. David BarnardBettering the records in your data base.

Education

180Alternate Course - Part IIIMichael A. DuffinGraphic POKEs

Game

302Micro-YahtzeeMark E. JohnsonPlug this popular game into your computer
320Hang PersonNathan HiltonIt even comes with moans
334Star ColonyJohn BeringerExplore and conquer

General

118Artificial Intelligence at M.I.T.G. Michael VoseTrying to make the indefinite more definite
138The Realm of Science FictionNancy RobartsonHal and Mike are not ordinary guys
146Voice SynthesizerWillard HallTaking the tedium out of phonemes
228A Macroprocessor for Basic - Part IVJ. Alan OlmsteadTo compile or not to compile, that is the question
264Adventures in ModemlandFred BlechmanReach out and touch another microcomputer
285Soft CharacteesStephen D Moulton32 lowercase characters for the price of 26
290The Basic DifferenceFred BlechmanModel I and Model III don't always talk the same language

Reviews

210ProfileBill O'BrienStill the king of Radio Shack programs
249Debug with GOTORoger L PapeHow to save data when your program bombs
252DOSPLUS 3.3James LaSalleThe only derious double-density DOS
296Multi-StatementDan Keen and Dave DischertRounding off the edges once you master Basic
350Formatted Screen InputF. Christian ByrnesEntering data with facility
354Thoughts on For ... NextRichard AmyxDeep nesting can be for the birds

Utility

288CrossdosJack MeansCP/M text editing and transfer problem solve
156EmtermJeffrey A MillsMake your TRS-80 an intelligent terminal
306Building BridgesWayne L .MuellerCombine your software for what must be done
312Through-BootAlan D. SmithMake it easier to start-up in TRSDOS
326A Tale of Two DriversJohn T. BlairPatches for TRSDOS and EDTASM
340Full ErrorHarry annd Ken KeairnsHow to get more than half a message
344Modifying EDTASM/PlusArne RohdeTake the disadvantage out of this Microsoft program
358DatafixA. J. Barnard Jr and A. David BarnardTiptoeing across your keypad
360Weak LinkSteeven DenholtzWorking on the NEWDOS chain command
364Memory WindowWarren MerkeyLook at any K byte of keyboard
370CopyItRon BalewskiShorthand data entry

Departments

7RemarksWayne Green
1080 Input
26Reviews
42The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
50Education 80Earl R. Savage
5280 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
6580 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
68News
88Kitchen Table SoftwareDavid Busch
90Exclusive OracleDennis Bathory Kitsz
94New Products
68News
366Reload 80
368Calendar
386Index to Advertisers

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 23 - November, 1981




Volume
# 23

Date
11/81

Pages
404
    

Contents

110Computerization of the WorkplaceChris BrownDespite the promises of true believers, the rebirth of the American workplace for the better has yet to arrive. In fact, things may have gotten worse
112Digital DeliveryBert LatamoreFor a long time, friendly neighborhood postmen have been tempting morsels for the Fidos of this world, but soon man's best friend may be confronted with a mailman that bytes back.
118Paper MountainTheron WierengaNo need for nuts, ropes, carabiners and crampons for traversing this peak - just a Model II and 64K of memory
144Investment Property AnalysisLeslie E SparksBefore the big bucks begin to roll in, investing in real estate can be a tedious frind, unless you make your computer your calculating partner.
176The Ups and Downs of GraphsRichard FoleyA picture is always worth a thousand numbers, even if it's only a line drawing.
272Users GroupsMichael NadeauSome grasroots data on groups that have taken root across the nation

Applications

220The PacemakerDavid TinisIf Henry Ford only had a computer ...
348Second SourcingDavid Tinis14 wasy to seek another
392Pocket StatsDr. Walter J Atkins, Jr.Calculating from the hip

Business

138The Tenant TrackerGeorge KwaschaGuess no more on who paid his rent
160The House DetectiveJohn CominioEnd the hassle of pouring through house listings
190Investment du JourC. Brian HonessIf finance is your cup of soup ...
320State of the UnionR. M. Reid, Jr.Be a credit to yours

Education

274Alternate Course - Part IVMichael A. DuffinSpoon-feeding number systems
306Calling All TeachersRoger Hedden86 paperwork with these programs

General

184A Fast Round-UpGordon McCombTake a quick look at a herd of word processors
243A macroprocessor for BASIC - Part IVJ. Alan OlmsteadMore on ending digital babble
328Colorful ManeuversJames W. WoodTwo moves are better than one
384Enhanced AgainMark GoodwinNew commands, new pictures

Interface

164A Driven PrinterWayne MuellerRoutines for a spinwriter
208The Real World Interface - Part IIElliot K. RandMore sophisticated flashing lights.
362ROM Roll-OverGeary KeichBefore you buy an interface, check out this 16K mod

Technique

204In Praise of OutlinesDennis DrewMaking it simple
250Chain Command ImplementationRoger L. PapeDon't let running interfere with your red pencil

Tutorial

292Customized CommandsDale W. RupertPut some muscle in Basic with these subroutines
300In CommandJerry RutledgeHow to remain cool in this mode
352Keyboard IncantationsAllen V. RobnettThe ghost in your clavier

Utility

172Scripsit - Sans SerifGary D CochrellSpecial print functions nice 'n easy
284Merge for Level IIWilliam J. Dalesandry, Hr.Memory occupied by more than one program.
314Baudot LPRINTWinford RisterInexpensive, but dudget your time well
333SuperlistMorris JonesMake readable listings with a single program
356PurezzapW. R. StanleyThis disk doctor makes house calls
360SimplezapDavid SaffordSector I/O on TRSDOS
368NewbugKen Marks, Jr.Upgrade your T-Bug with these new commands
390T-Bug IIIKevin KleinfelterWhen you get tired of waiting for Tandy ...

Departments

6RemarksWayne Green
880 Input
24Reviews
46Education 80Earl R. Savage
50The Assembly LineWilliam Barden, Jr.
61Kitchen Table SoftwareDavid Busch
6480 AccountantMichael Tannenbaum
66News
7880 ApplicationsDennis Kitsz
98New Products
68News
394Reload 80
403Index to Advertisers

         80 Microcomputing - Volume 24 - November, 1981




Volume
# 24

Date
12/81

Pages
420
    

Contents

100A Runner's LogbookG. Michael VoseEven though you're running for fun, keeping track of your feats can be a chore. Save some cerebral sweat by letting your running partner, the TRS-80, manage your stats.
108The Philatelist's FriendRichard W. CastorIf stamp collecting and computing are your hobbies, author Castor will show you how to tie the two toghether.
181Buyer's Guide to Peripherals and Micro Electronics80 Micro StaffIf your will power is less than the French Resistance when a new gadget dangles before your eyes, consult this guide and succumb to temptation economically.
128The 80 LimitedBert LatamoreIt may not be the Atcheson, Topeka and Santa Fe but for HO train buffs, the Hudson, Delaware and Ohio is king of the road.
116The House Plant IndexJohn ChipmanYour green thumb with be greener if you plant this program in your computer.

Applications

134COINSRobert James LloydCoin colelctors, take inventory
140Sharp MarketingWalter J Atkins, JrTake your pocket to market.
172Shopper's AidR. C. ManingerFighting rocketing food costs.
302A Gold-Plated 80George W. MartinTarnish off your contacts.
310City Accessibility CalculatorJames M. ToddEnd debates over where to meet.
314Analytic Inventory ManagementJohn HarperTake aim at inventory problems
374The LoggerRuss KellyThe Paul Bunyon of orfanizers.
386Sheer LunacyAlan HarrisTune into the moon's phases, past and present.

Construction

192Real World Interface - Part IIIElliot K RandClose Shades, turn on lights
312Another Noise MakerGary EnbDisturb your peace with your Model I

Data Management

27880 Black BookDave McGlumphyFinding ROM addreses fast
398Get OrganizedStuart L. LesleyCombat disorder with your computer.

Education

154The Chess TutorRobert J. DowdCheck this mating of chess openings and computer
220Specific HeatJohn GetchkoA TRS-80 goes to physics class

Game

176Capture the ComputerJeffrey O. FisherFree the box on the tube.
226Golf Tee SolitaireTay RatkeNew twist to an old game
252RammerM. KellerBlast the enemy fleet, fast!
290Writers of a Lost ArtVictor T. AlbinoHow to write adventure programs.
296Color ConcentrationCharles T. WyrePlaying with colored squares
346The Magic CubeDavid YorkRubok's cube on your tube

General

142Let's Get RudeRichard RameliaProgram your TRS-80 to talk tough
206A Macroprocessor for Basic - Part VJ Alan OlmsteadEnd the speaking in tongues
248USR UseryDavid H Freese, Hr.When you want more from your 80
304The FreebieJohn C Adams, Jr.Identify some free space in your RAM
306NEWDOS/80Ken JackmanA new look at a new DOS
348The Sargon Saver - Part IIThomas L QundryPreserve your chess games for posterity.
358The Ins and Outs of EDITWilliam L SchraderPraise of NEWDOS/80
362POKE A, Color ComputerRichard EspositoPlaying with SAM
384Lenny's StoryDavid D BuschA tale with a moral.

Hardware

268IBM Joins TandyW. R. StanleyMr. Selectric mett Mr. 80
32080 Cruise ControlKen WaltjenNo lighter by the clock works

Reviews

146Home Study Assembly LanguageRichard C. McGarveyAcquire a powerful second tongue
160The CongivoxRichard C. McGarveyA Chatty Cathy it ain't
168The Soul of a New Mac