Re: Suggestions for reading PC0: discs on PC

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From: Terrance Richard Boyes
Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 00:00

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chris brown <chrisb_uk@bigfoot.com> wrote:
> In days gone by, I used an A500 then A1200. I have now moved over to the PC
> to edit video, but..........

> I have some HTML code and graphics on Amy discs, ie the DF0: type which as
> you`ll know isn`t compatable with the PC.

> I remember there was a couple of programs for converting the two, ie
> Cross-Dos and another prog. I still have my A500, so what utility do I need
> to get Amy to read the DF0: and conver to PC0: that will run on A500. Anyone
> know a download site ?

Aminet, look for messydos.

> Even better, does anyone know a utility for the PC (I know, I know!!) that
> will read the discs directly. I could even construct a "null cable" or some

Technically possible only with additional hardware, practically
impossible.

> such if I knew how to do it!!

Aminet, twin.lha, and a null-modem cable can be bought from most
computer shops for a fiver.

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Subject: Re: Suggestions for reading PC0: discs on PC
Date: 1999/06/07
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