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    1. Atari News

      Please post Atari-related news here, so we have it all in one place.

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    2. Atari General

      A general discussion for Atari-related topics that aren't covered by a specific Atari console or computer forum.

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    3. Atari 2600

      The Atari 2600 is the system that started it all for Atari, and is by far the most popular classic gaming console. This forum covers all 2600 systems produced by Atari, as well as 2600-compatible consoles produced by third-parties.

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    4. Atari 5200

      The Atari 5200 was Atari's second cartridge-based game console. Based on the Atari 8-bit computer line and labeled the "SuperSystem", the 5200 was Atari's answer to growing competition in a market they were losing control over.

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    5. Atari 7800

      The Atari 7800 ProSystem is a contemporary of the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Sega Master System. Based on extensive feedback from Atari customers, the 7800 features a streamlined design, backward compatibility with the 2600, a powerful graphics processor, and simplified controllers.

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    6. Atari Lynx

      Lynx was Atari's first portable game system, and world's first color handheld. It was designed by Epyx and the engineers who created the Amiga. Ahead of its time, the Lynx sported a backlit color screen, stereo sound (in model 2) and an impressive range of games. Check out our rarity guide or explore many games listed on Atari Gamer.

       

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    7. Atari Jaguar

      Atari's last game console, the Atari Jaguar represented a huge leap in technology from previous offerings. Featuring a 64-bit architecture, the Jaguar had great potential, but its power was difficult to tap. Even then, many great games were released and the Jaguar has an avid fan base today.

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    8. Atari VCS

      Discussion forum for the new Atari VCS console.

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    9. Dedicated Systems

      Before Atari produced the famous 2600, they created many standalone consoles such as Pong, Speedway, and Stunt Cycle. Recently, Atari has been creating new dedicated consoles, such as the Atari Flashback.

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    10. Atari 8-Bit Computers

      Atari's original 8-bit computer line, featuring the Atari 400, 800, XL, and XE series of computers. Powerful and well-engineered, the Atari 8-bit computers are still popular with fans today!

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    11. Atari ST/TT/Falcon Computers

      Atari's next generation computer line, the Atari ST computers were based on the Motorola 68000 series chips, the same as the Macintosh at the time. The ST would also be followed by the TT and Falcon.

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    12. Atari Portfolio

      The Atari Portfolio is a palmtop, IBM PC-compatible portable computer released by Atari in 1989, the world's first palmtop computer!

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  2. Classic Consoles

    1. Classic Console Discussion

      Discussion of classic gaming consoles outside the Atari realm.

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    2. ColecoVision / Adam

      Coleco launched the ColecoVision in 1982, with the console quickly becoming popular due to its library of arcade ports. The ColecoVision has a large homebrew following today.

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    3. Intellivision / Aquarius

      This forum is for discussion of the Mattel Intellivision, Atari's primary competitor against the 2600, as well as the Mattel Aquarius computer. Intellivision systems include the original Intellivision, Intellivision II, INTV III, and the Sears Super Video Arcade.

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    4. Bally Arcade/Astrocade

      Discussion forum for the Bally Arcade/Astrocade console.

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    5. Odyssey 2 / Videopac

      Discussion revolving around the Odyssey 2 / Videopac G7000/G7400

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    6. Vectrex

      Discuss the world's only vector-based video game console here!

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    7. Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) / Famicom

      Discuss Nintendo's first cartridge-based system, the NES, here!

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    8. Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) / Super Famicom

      Discuss Nintendo's second cartridge based system here!

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    9. Sega Genesis

      Sega's popular fourth-generation 16-bit system, would ultimately compete head-to-head with the Super Nintendo.

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    10. 3DO Interactive Multiplayer

      Discussion forum for the 3DO console and the unreleased Panasonic M2

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    11. Dreamcast

      Discussion for the SEGA Dreamcast console.

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    12. SMS High Score Club

      Join the Sega Master System High Score Club today!

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    13. TG-16/PC Engine High Score Club

      Compete for high scores on the TurboGrafx-16 and PC Engine!

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  3. Classic Computing

    1. Classic Computing Discussion

      Use this forum to discuss the plethora of classic computers outside of Atari 8-bit offerings. These include the Apple II, Commodore 64/128, Amiga, TI 99/4a, MSX, TRS-80 and others.

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    2. Apple II Computers

      Discussion for Apple's 8-bit computer line.

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    3. TI-99/4A Computers

      Discussion for TI-99/4A Computers

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    4. Commodore 8-bit Computers

      Discussion for Commodore PET, Vic-20, Commodore 64, Commodore 128, and other 8-bit Commodore systems.

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    5. Commodore Amiga

      Discussion for Amiga Computers, CDTV, and CD32

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    6. Tandy Computers

      Discussion for Tandy computers, including the TRS-80 Models I, II, III, and 4, Color Computers, and Model 100.

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  4. Modern Consoles

    1. Modern Gaming Discussion

      This forum is for discussion of all modern game systems, including gaming on consoles and computers.

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    2. Sony Playstation 5

      Discuss Sony's Playstation 5 console here!

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    3. Xbox Series S/X

      Discuss Microsoft's latest Xbox Series S and X consoles here!

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    4. Atari VCS (Redirect)   (10,286 visits to this link)

      Discussion forum for the new Atari VCS console.

    5. Nintendo Switch

      Discussion about Nintendo's latest game console and games.

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    6. Microsoft Xbox One

      Discussion forum for the Xbox One.

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    7. Sony PlayStation 4

      Talk about the Sony Playstation 4 here.

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    8. Microsoft Xbox 360

      Discussion about the Microsoft Xbox 360 (not including the original Xbox).

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    9. Sony Playstation 3

      Please discuss the Sony Playstation 3 and games here.

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    10. Nintendo Wii / Wii U

      Discussion forum for the Nintendo Wii and Wii U consoles and games.

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  5. Gaming General

    1. Gaming General Discussion

      Gaming discussion not covered by other specific gaming forums.

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    2. Arcade and Pinball

      Many of us grew up pumping quarters into arcade games, and here's where you can discuss all your favorites. From Pong to Pinball to the latest arcade games, if it has a coin slot, then you're at the right place!

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    3. Emulation

      Emulators allow you to experience classic games on modern PCs (and other devices!) Discuss the latest emulator developments and ask questions about emulation here!

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    4. Hardware

      This forum is for discussion of hardware at a more technical level than you'll find in the other forums. If you have a hardware question you'd like to ask or have some interesting knowledge you'd like to share with others, post it here!

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    5. Prototypes

      Ever wondered about all those games that were announced but never released? Or games that have been discovered over the years that no one even knew existed? Or have you discovered a new prototype that no one's seen yet? Here's the place to talk about prototype games, led by Tempest of AtariProtos.com.

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    6. Gaming Publications and Websites

      This forum is for discussion of gaming related magazines, books, websites, and other publications.

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    7. International

      Internacional - Internazionale - Internationaal - Internasjonal - This forum is for discussion of classic and modern gaming in languages other than English.

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  6. Marketplace

    1. Buy, Sell, and Trade

      Please use this forum as a tool to buy, sell, and trade games and hardware.

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    2. Auction Central

      Use this forum to discuss auctions on eBay. Have something up for auction you'd like to share? Post it here! You can also highlight amusing, off-the-wall, or interesting auctions that others may want to hear about!

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    3. Wanted

      Use this forum to post a list of the gaming hardware and software you're looking for!

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    4. Free Games and More

      Spreading the Love with Free Games and other items.

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    5. User Feedback Forum

      Please use this forum to leave feedback about other users on AtariAge that you've had good and/or bad experiences with. Please read the sticky at the top of this forum before posting!

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  7. Community

    1. Events

      Use this forum to discuss gaming events of all types, including expos revolving around classic gaming, events catering to modern systems, arcade expos, and local gatherings of collectors getting together or a day of gaming.

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    2. Show Us Your Collection!

      If you're a repeat visitor to AtariAge, it's likely you also collect classic games and systems. Here's your chance to show off to the rest of the community your collection!

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    3. Member Blogs

      As members update their Blogs, messages will be posted in this forum so you can more easily keep tabs on who's writing what!

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    4. High Score Clubs

      Participate in high score contests for your favorite systems!

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    5. Poll Forum

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    6. Contests

      These forums are for discussing and participating in contests started by AtariAge, contests run by forum members, and of course, the weekly High Score Contests!

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    7. User Groups

      This forum and its subforums are for classic gaming and computing user groups. Find people in your area who share your love of this hobby!

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    8. AtariAge News Discussion

      Discuss news posted on the front page of AtariAge!

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    9. User Submitted News

      Please submit classic gaming news here!

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  8. Game Programming

    1. Homebrew Discussion

      Here you can talk about homebrew games that don't have their own forums allocated (which will be most of them). Have an idea for a game that you'd like to see someone program? Are you programming a game and want some feedback? Discuss it here!

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    2. Programming

      The programming forums are technical discussions of programming various classic gaming consoles. The more popular consoles have their own dedicated programing forums, so please only use this forum for topics that fall outside of those forums.

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    3. Hacks

      A hack is an existing game that has somehow been modifed in terms of graphics, colors, sounds, and/or gameplay. If you've modified a game and would like to share it with others, or have an idea for a modification you'd like to see done to an existing game, you can discuss it here.

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  9. Site

    1. Announcements

      Important site or forum-related announcements will be posted here. If you see a new announcement, please stop by to read it!

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    3. AtariAge Store Discussion

      We'll post announcements about the AtariAge Store here, and you can also post your questions and comments about the store in this forum as well.

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    4. Site and Forum Feedback

      Do you have suggestions for how AtariAge can be improved? Please post them here, as well as criticisms, and kudos about the web site!

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    5. Rarity Guide

      The AtariAge Rarity Guide is a living, breathing document! If you have feedback regarding rarity guide values and the database in general, please discuss it here!

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    6. Archived Forums

      Resting place for forums that have have run their course and are archived here for reference.

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  • Recent Status Updates

    • bent_pin

      bent_pin

      Playing my new river raid cartridge on one of my new 1200XLs.

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    • r_chase

      r_chase

      I've realized that I can't stand CRT purists. I'd rather have a clear picture for my Atari 2600 games than adjusting Stella to look like crap on purpose.
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      2. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        Turn up brightness and contrast,  then switch to Game Mode,...LOL
      3. bent_pin

        bent_pin

        So many people can't see the game through the pixels. I play on so many different types of TVs. I have a portable reflected CRT that I like, a black and white compressed LED that's pretty sweet, and a pile of different flatscreens with NTSC tuners. I love them all and I just use different ones as I feel.
          • Like 1
      4. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        I don't mind CRT purists,   Unless they're "Preachy"... Haha!   This one guy used to tell anyone who'd listen that CRTs were Better...Anyone who disagreed was just Wrong,  no room for any opinion but his own.  I don't remember his name,  but I don't miss that guy.   He also claimed boiling the cartridge slot would fix any NES...(Not necessarily)...
      5. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        @bent_pin  Can't see the game through the pixels...I like that!
          • Like 1
      6. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        I'll fiddle with it for hours,...And then adjust my TV Hey-O!!  Ha!,  But yeah I think my Retro-Tink 5X Pro is pretty Amazing!  And works well with S-Video,  SCART, Component...
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    • shane857

      shane857

      My song of the day...
      Motörhead 🎵Ace Of Spades🎵
       
      1. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        I saw Motorhead around 1999 I think it was...
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      2. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        Oh,..Looked it up, June 9th, 2000 (The Ogden in Denver CO)...Pretty sure it was Motorhead, Nashville Pussy, Supersuckers,  oh and Speeddealer...
      3. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        I saw REO Speaddealer (as I still call'em) a different time in Fort Collins once with a band called The Bar Feeders,  who were this awesome speed punk band and they had a song called Wyoming,  which we,  being from Wyoming,  instantly sang along with (somehow)...Talked to them afterwards and they'd never been to Wyoming haha...
    • SlidellMan

      SlidellMan

      For those who grew up on classic Macs:
      If only Hyperion Entertainment and Commodore would authorize the reproduction of classic Amiga parts. (That computer imprint deserves another chance.)
      The Festival of Family Classics:
      Something for @awbacon:
       
       
       
      1. SlidellMan

        SlidellMan

        Considering that Halloween is around the corner:
        The perfect candidate for Boulder Punch, The Sphere Hunter, Tangomushi, and Awbacon to rag on.
    • Atarian7

      Atarian7

      Did you hate it in school when they told you to "put it in your own words"?  I didn't have my own words.  I had logic and memory, but almost no creativity.
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      2. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        Oh I think I have endless creativity!  We're just a receiver after all,  just open your brain and pull out what comes in!   No,  what gets me is after they tell you to put it in your own words,  how often they don't like what you've got to say.  If you're doing the assignment as told they should have no judgment.
          • Thanks 1
      3. pacman000

        pacman000

        It's test of understanding; if you can correctly reword a statement, you understand it. If you merely repeat what's said in a book, you may not understand it. And, if you reword something, but leave out an important part, you still don't understand it.
         
        I suppose another test of understanding would be application, but that's probably hard to do for in a classroom setting.
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      4. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        It certainly depends on the assignment.  If there's a source,  and you are "putting it into your own words",  then yeah what @pacman000 said (Teacher's pet haha)...I once had an assignment that was simply,  "Write a creative story in your own words;  You have 5 minutes.  Go!"  Now that is a lot more challenging than you might think.  Imagine if you didn't have anything ready to go?...I liked it as a mental exercise,  but how would any teacher grade such thing?  I think if you try you should get credit.
      5. Razzie.P

        Razzie.P

        Nah, I was always grateful for the loophole --
         

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      6. GoldLeader

        GoldLeader

        ^  Brilliant!
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  • Recent Posts

    • Ute
      Williams Cartridge PCB's

      By Ute · Posted

      When you convert them to .roms can Altirra still run them if you manually select the Wiliiams type? If so then it should run on the Hardware.   If not then it's possible the batch converter is not working.
    • Tillek
      Atari 130XE Setup: As Good as it Got?

      By Tillek · Posted

      We actually have used that on the BBS Community chat a few times to test some of the modems like the 830 and 835... but to be honest, if you REALLY take it seriously (and by that I mean you're going to have a room full of modems.........)   This is cheaper, but would require configuration (the Viking Line Simulator is brain dead simple... you pick up one line, the other line rings.. Perfect if you want to demo two 830's!)   https://www.amazon.com/Excelltel-SOHO-PBX-Telephone-Control-Exchange/dp/B015MIQ12A
    • Buckaroo
      Pitfall 2024! Homebrew - Playable now (desktop computers only).

      By Buckaroo · Posted

      This has been a long time in the making, I've ploughed 100's if not 1000's of hours in at this point. I'm still not 100% happy with it but the video shows a complete playthrough will all 32 treasures collected.   Playable version of the game here: https://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/950849 It's not fully tested but appears to be working (desktop computers only).   Full playthrough of the game here:
    • Tillek
      Atari 130XE Setup: As Good as it Got?

      By Tillek · Posted

      Well, some of us have been trying... we just haven't managed to figure it out.  BF2k+ already explored my idea of going back to the old firmware and configuring a C/H/S setup but... alas... no joy.  My next attempt will try to configure a known working drive as best as possible as an image and see if that works... but hearing that other devices work, there is hope... and for those who bought a BlueScsi, the ability to clone a drive through Initiator mode means I would never consider it a waste of money for my toolbox... but yeah, if we can figure out how to make it work, that'd be amazing).  
    • pixelmischief
      Atari 130XE Setup: As Good as it Got?

      By pixelmischief · Posted

      Damn you, Tillek.  Damn you to hell. 😃
    • pixelmischief
      Atari 130XE Setup: As Good as it Got?

      By pixelmischief · Posted

      Funny you ask.  No, I haven't done that yet.  Based on the conversation we enjoyed in "that other" thread, I have high confidence.  Your current question is knocking that back a bit.  But since there might be some interest in the "how" of it all, I'll make sure to roughly document the process should I get it up and running.
    • Tillek
      Atari 130XE Setup: As Good as it Got?

      By Tillek · Posted

      To answer the question though, other than a 256k Rambo on an 800xl, yeah, I think you're nailing it... and I have that same disk notcher.   Well, except that you're failing on the Modem to call BBS's.  Normally I'd recommend the WiModem 232 Pro, but to keep it "looking" period specific, maybe the Tattler Solutions Wifi Modem (he's also coming up with a version for the USR Sportsters) https://tempestfpga.com/   Or, if you REALLY want to go old-school, use a REAL modem (in your case, an SX212 naturally) and a Viking Line Simulator https://www.amazon.com/Viking-DLE-200B-Two-Way-Line-Simulator/dp/B004PXK314  connected to a PC with a modem running SexPots.  
    • pixelmischief
      Atari 130XE Setup: As Good as it Got?

      By pixelmischief · Posted

      The monitor only has one (1) composite video input.  I use the A/B switch as you untuited.
    • OldSchoolRetroGamer
      My own personal thoughts on Bubsy the Bobcat

      By OldSchoolRetroGamer · Posted

      Point on the doll where BUBSY touched you..........      
    • Brufnus
      Archive collection on it's way - finally!

      By Brufnus · Posted

      I'm not really capable of answering that, I think. The collection was meant as a possible supplement to those who may lack some of it, but anyway the programs included should either be run from the command line or a batch file (Geneve programs), or via the GPL interpreter and some kind of "run" function (like TI Basic, Editor/assembler) depending on which kind of program it is.  It's a bit tricky definining here, which are which, though. Oh, and.. most of it will need to be extracted by Archiver III or similar, unless the MAME emulator is capable of using them from an archive (I'm a MAME novice, though, so I can't tell for sure).   I do believe that www.9640News.com and ftp.whtech.com contains some documentation about the TI and Geneve computers. c",)

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