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- From: teague@a.cs.okstate.edu (Keith Teague)
- Subject: Re: OS/2 2.1 beta to be released 12-28 to EVERYONE!!
- References: <BznGBp.5xE@utdallas.edu>
- Message-ID: <1992Dec22.153129.5380@a.cs.okstate.edu>
- Organization: Oklahoma State University
- Date: Tue, 22 Dec 92 15:31:29 GMT
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- From article <BznGBp.5xE@utdallas.edu>, by goyal@utdallas.edu (MOHIT K GOYAL):
- > December 18, 1992
- >
- > IBM is initiating a Beta program for OS/2 2.1 and the OS/2 2.1
- > Toolkit. The code is being made available for testing and
- > development feedback purposes only, and should NOT be used in
- > production.
- > The purpose of this Beta program is to get input from key
- > constituents that will be integrated into the final software
- > product, enabling us to deliver the highest level of quality,
- > compatibility, and function in this world-class product.
- > Notice of this Beta program will also be posted on CompuServe,
- >
- > DESCRIPTION
- >
- > This Beta contains several enhancements to the award-winning
- > OS/2 2.0 code, including support for Windows** 3.1 applications,
- > multimedia, a 32-bit graphics engine, expanded SVGA, XGA,
- > printer and CD-ROM support for industry standard devices as
- > well as fixes to customer reported problems.
- >
- > PREREQUISITES
- > - Requires a test system capable of executing OS/2 Version 2.0
- > - Requires a minimum of 42MB of DASD for a full install
- > - Requires a minimum of 32MB of DASD for a default install
- >
- > ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
- >
- > For customers without local branch office support or remote
- > customer locations, the Beta will be available on CD-ROM by calling
- > 1-800-3IBMOS2, available in the United States only. Customers will
- > be charged a fee of $15 to cover shipping and handling. This Beta
- > program will end on February 28th, 1993.
- >
- >
- > Support for customers without local branch office support will
- > be provided on CompuServe and in the OS2BETA CFORUM on the OS/2
- > BBS.
-
- Just to let everybody know, I just called and placed an order for the
- 2.1 beta for $15. I was told it would arrive within 2 weeks on CD-ROM. I
- hope the woman knew what she was talking about!!!
-
- Keith Teague
-
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