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Re: APW Launching of DOS Executable Files

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From: Brett Bixler
Date: Thu, 26 May 1994 12:55
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>I am a recent user of APW. An important objective of my project is to launch a
>variety of executable files--both DOS and Windows. Windows files seem OK, but
>DOS files give me problems (specially when a group of DOS files are required
>for program execution).
>
>I sense that Authorware for Windows is losing track of the subdirectory. In
>parallel with my diligent reading of the APW manual, I would appreciate
>suggestions. Have tried a variety of things, with mixed results. Can provide
>more details once a discussion ensues. Thanks for your assistance.
>Peter Rony
>Department of Chemical Engineering
>Virginia Tech
>Blacksburg, VA  24061-0211
>Internet: RONY @ VTVM1.CC.VT.EDU
>Bitnet: RONY @ VTVM1
>Fax: (703) 231-5022
>Phone at work: (703) 231-7658


Did you create a PIF file for your DOS programs?  The Authorware Knowledge
Base says this is required.  Just a thought.

Brett Bixler
Instructional Designer
Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy
Penn State University
204 Calder Way, Ste. 209
Univ. Pk., PA  16801-4756
814-863-3777
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