Chapter 4 - Where Do I Go From Here; Introduction To Amos Software; The Operating System, Amos; Programming Languages - Alpha Microsystems AM-6000 Owner's Manual

Your Alpha Micro computer is extremely versatile—it can do so many different things that, at this point,
you might be somewhat undecided as to where to start.
Your next step is to learn something about the software you can run on your computer. This chapter
deals with some of the questions you may be asking:
• What software is available for Alpha Micro computers?
• What Alpha Micro documents should I read next?

INTRODUCTION TO AMOS SOFTWARE

This section will give you an idea of some of the software available for your computer.

The Operating System, AMOS

AMOS, the Alpha Micro Operating System, supervises all of the programs that run on your computer.
Regular updates to the AMOS operating system and its accompanying system software are available
from your VAR. There are different revision levels of AMOS; to use AM-6000 you need AMOS 2.3A or
later.

Programming Languages

The AlphaBASIC programming language is a standard part of the software for your computer.
AlphaBASIC contains many business oriented features. AlphaBASIC also provides an ISAM (Indexed
Sequential Access Method) interface. AlphaBASIC PLUS, also provided as standard, contains advanced
features such as sophisticated data structures and program control constructs.
Please see your VAR for information on other programming and assembly languages available for your
computer, such as AcuCOBOL-85, AlphaFORTRAN 77, and AlphaC.

Networking

The networking software is included with AMOS. There are two different networking software
packages:
• AlphaTCP allows your system to transfer files, exchange information, and share resources
between different computers on the Internet. This package also provides TELNET services and
network printer services.
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Chapter 4 - Where Do I
Go From Here?