Re: DOS Boot in ME?

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From: Mark Tyndall
Date: Fri, 03 Nov 2000 16:21

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Phil Martin wrote:
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> Can someone please confirm if it is possible to boot into DOS (not
> just run a DOS window) using WinME.  I have heard conflicting info on
> this and need to know ASAP.

Officially, no.

Unofficially, you can use a W98 boot disc, or there are hacked versions of
the WinME emergency boot disc which allow a normal real mode DOS.

Mark..
-- 
I'm a blood-sucking fiend!  Look at my outfit! -- Willow, BtVS

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