AEDIT-86 User·s Guide

The Editor Basics

If you want to enter new information. simply type it in. As soon as any key is pressed (except for (1...EFT). <RIGHT). < HOME) . or (ESC»). the prompt line is blanked and the nev." characters are entered. Press < ESC) or < RETURN) to finish the command and send the information.

To enter a character using its ASCII value in the line-edit prompt. simply type

<HEX) (usually configured as (CTRL-H ) ) followed by t"'O hexadecimal digits.

For example. (HEX) 41 enters an A. This option allows you to enter control characters (e.g .. < ESC) ) into the text.

The Yes/No Prompt

The yes/no prompt form is "prompt? (y or [n] r'.where square brackets surround the default. as in the following example:

all changes lost? (y 0 r [n])

In this case. n is the default: therefore. any response other than y (or Y) is considered a negative response. (In a yes/no prompt where .r is the default. any response other than n (or N) is considered a positive response.)

2.5.2 Message Line

The message line is directly above the prompt line. It is used to display status messages or to indicate the command mode.

The busy Jwaiting indicator is displayed on the message line. For commands that take

arelatively long time to execute. the busy/waiting indicator tells you if AEDIT-86 is still processing the command, or if it is ready to receive new input. This indicator is a configurable feature (described in Chapter 9). The busy/waiting indicator may be displayed as one of the following:

•-??- -indicates that the feature is on and AEDIT-86 expects input.

•-!!- -indicates that the feature is on and AEDIT-86 is executing a command.

•- indicates that the feature has been turned off with an AEDIT-86 config- uration command or that the feature is on. but the message line is for the nonactive window.

If the busy/waiting indicator feature is on, - ??- is displayed whenever AEDIT-86 is waiting for input. The expected input may be a command, a subcommand. a yes/no answer. an operand, etc. Also. whenever AEDIT-86 is processing a command. -!!- is displayed. If the busy/waiting indicator feature is off. ---- is displayed at all times.

Later on in this manual the busy /waiting indicator is displayed as four dashes.

If, for example, you type JS for JUMP Start, and the indicator is on. it is changed to -!!- as soon as AEDIT-86 accepts the command. The -!!-remains until AEDIT-86 completes the command execution. The indicator is then changed back to - ~?-.

Next, one of the following status words may be displayed:

•

Macro

indicates that a macro is being defined.

•

Other

indicates that the OTHER file is being edited.

•

View

indicates that the VIEWONL Y control is in effect.

•

Forward

indicates that the FOR W ARDONL Y control is in effect.

This part of the message line does not change unless the OTHER, MACRO. or editing mode of the file is changed. Other messages displayed on the message line are status messages, count (repeat function), and the line-edit prompt •• (HOME) to re-edit".

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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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