AEDIT-86Command Summary

AEDIT-86User's Guide

<HEX) .

<FETN)

<FETS)

<MEXEC)

Inserts a character in the text as its ASCII value (usually confi- gured to <CTRL-H». (HEX) should be followed by two digits that are interpreted as the hexadecimal value.

Fetches a global numeric variable (usually configured to (CTRL- N » . <FETN) should be followed by a numeric value from 0-9.

Fetches a global string variable (usually configured to <CTRL- S» . <FETS) should be followed by a numeric value from 0-9, or a second letter from one of the read-only string variables.

Executes a macro called by a single-character name (usually configured to <CTRL-E». <MEXEC) should be followed by a valid one-character macro name.

A.2 AEDIT-86 Editing Commands

The following is an alphabetic list of the AEDIT-86 editing commands, their formats and functions.

Command

Format

Function

AGAIN

[count]A

Repeats the last command or

 

 

subcommand.

BLOCK

B or D

Delimits a section of text that can

 

 

then be deleted, moved, or copied.

Buffer

B

Copies text to the Block buffer.

Delete

D

Deletes the delimited section and

 

 

moves it unchanged to the Block

 

 

buffer.

Find

F

-find

 

Jump

J

Put

p

DELETE

B or D

FIND

[count] F

-FIND

[count] -

Same as in main command level.

Same as in main command level.

Same as in main command level.

Copies the delimited section of text to a specified output file.

Delimits section of text that can then be deleted, moved, or copied (same as in BLOCK command).

Searches forward from current cursor position for string. Moves cursor if found.

Searches backward from current cursor position for string. Moves cursor if found.

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AEDIT-86 specifications

The Intel AEDIT-86, also known as the Intel 8086, is a notable microprocessor that played a critical role in shaping the computing landscape. Released in 1978, it was Intel's first 16-bit microprocessor, setting the stage for the x86 architecture that continues to influence modern computing.

One of the main features of the AEDIT-86 is its 16-bit architecture, which allows it to process data in larger chunks compared to its 8-bit predecessors. This capability not only improves performance but also increases the amount of memory that can be addressed, allowing for a maximum of 1 MB of RAM. This was a significant advancement at the time, enabling more complex software and operating systems to run efficiently.

The AEDIT-86 is built on a 3-micron process technology, which was innovative for its time and contributed to its performance capabilities. The microprocessor operates at a clock speed of up to 5 MHz, which allowed it to execute more instructions per second than previous generations of processors. This speed, combined with its wide data bus (16 bits), enables the processor to handle a larger volume of information more quickly.

Intel incorporated several key technologies in the AEDIT-86, including segmentation. This feature divides the memory into different segments, making it easier for programs to access data and improving memory management. The AEDIT-86 also supports a minimum of four 64 KB segments, which enhances the organization and access of programs and data in memory.

Another significant aspect of the AEDIT-86 is its compatibility with the existing 8080 and 8085 instruction sets, which facilitated easier migration for developers and helped the processor gain traction in the market. This backward compatibility allowed existing software to be ported to the new platform with minimal modification.

Furthermore, the Intel AEDIT-86 introduced a powerful instruction set that includes both integer and string manipulation commands, paving the way for more versatile programming. The instruction set architecture (ISA) of the AEDIT-86 supports both high-level programming languages and low-level assembly language, offering flexibility for various applications.

In summary, the Intel AEDIT-86 is a groundbreaking microprocessor known for its 16-bit architecture, advanced segmentation technology, and compatibility with earlier instruction sets. Its introduction marked the beginning of the x86 architecture, which has influenced countless processors and computing systems that followed. The AEDIT-86's features and technologies were instrumental in the evolution of personal computing, laying the groundwork for future innovations in the industry.
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