AEDIT-86 User's Guide

Editing Commands

Count. The FIND command accepts any count where count indicates the number of times to search for a target string. The search stops after the last occurrence of the target string is found or count is exhausted.

Error. ""not found: targeLstring" is displayed if no match is found, and the editor returns to main command level.

Related Commands. SET Case, SET K_token, SET Showfind

3. 11 -FIND Command

The -FIND command is identical to the FIND command with the following excep- tions:

•-FIND searches backward from the current cursor position to the beginning of the file.

•The Showfind option is ignored.

•The cursor is positioned on the first character of the matched string.

3.11. 1 Description

Press -; AEDIT-86 prompts-

----<HOME) to re-edit

- fin d { mode} It targeLstring lt

The last target string (if any) is displayed in the quotation marks.

Related Commands. SET Case, SET K_token

3. 12 REPLACE Command

The REPLACE command is similar to the FIND command except that it allows you to replace the old target string with a new string. The REPLACE command also allows you to delete a target string.

3. 12. 1 Description

Press R; AEDIT-86 prompts-

----<HOME) to re-edit

Rep 1 IS C e { mode} •• targeLstring ..

The last target string (if any) is displayed within the quotation marks.

The prompt line contains two line-edited argument. You may edit either or both of them in the following ways:

•Press <HOME) to enter the reedit mode; to enter a new target string simply type the new string.

•Press <ESC) to terminate editing the target string and start editing the replacement string; AEDIT-86 prompts-

----<HOME) to re-edit

Rep 1 IS C e { mode} II targeLstring It wit h .1 replacemenLstring II

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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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