This is a significant upgrade to the 6.02 version with some new
functionality, many menu additions and some Linux stuff.
If you are using a multi-boot or pure Linux system, check the recognition
of GRUB, LILO, EXT2/3 and the Reiser filesystem!
You also might want to try the 'DFSCHECK' script that does an automatic
analysis of all recognized filesystems on your disks. (As always, use
'DFSCHECK -?' for usage information)
DFSee is the SWISS-ARMY-KNIFE for disk and filesystem problems. With
FDISK-like displays, analysis and recovery, FIX commands, UNDELETE for
HPFS/NTFS, imaging and cloning. More details at:
http://www.dfsee.com/dfsee.htm
Direct download links:
http://www.dfsee.com/dfsee/dfsee6xx.zip
http://hobbes.nmsu.edu/pub/incoming/dfsee604.zip
http://hobbes.nmsu.edu/cgi-bin/h-search?key=dfsee
Most important functional changes since 6.02:
- DFSCHECK New CMD/BAT script to 'CHECK' all filesystem partitions, with
log
- DFSCPART New CMD/BAT script to 'CHECK' one filesystem partition, with
log
- DFSDISK* Renamed DFSUNFD* scripts and result files for better
readability
- WIPESECURE new command implementing US-DoD specification secure wiping
- WIPE Added 'r' param for RANDOM pattern (US-DoD specification wipe)
- REISER Added basic recognition module and rudimentary functionality
- EXT2/3 Added basic recognition module and rudimentary functionality
- PART Updated Linux native type 0x83 description and identification
- SET Added 'PEDantic' keyword to switch pedantic ON/OFF
- DISK -r Detailed ext-int13 info in pedantic mode (-p switch)
- MENU Added EXT2/3 and REISER to the Mode= menu selection
- MENU New 'Read-Only, no changes allowed' item in File menu
- MENU New 'Make THIS partition active' to Mode=xxx menus
- MENU New 'Delete THIS partition' to various Mode= menus
- MENU New 'Bootmanager Default' to Edit menu, sets new default
- MENU New 'Bootmanager Timeout' to Edit menu, sets the timeout
- MENU New 'Erase, wipe Freespace-area' to Actions menu
- MENU New 'SECURE wipe current object' to Actions menu
- MENU New 'Change LVM diskname' menu item in Edit menu
- HPFS/FAT Fixed display garbage bug in Fnode/Alloc functions
- CREATE Dialog, set 'clear bootsector' checkbox default OFF
- LVM Accept '-menu' alias for the existing '-m' option
- PART Moved 'active' marker to PID column for readability
- Compiler WATCOM license notices added to 'about' help text
- Compiler changed to Watcom 1.30, for Linux version development
- LOG new -r option, flush on every output fragment (slow)
- CLONE Use HEX partition-type in store-descriptions for consistency
Check DFS*.TXT files for details, all changes listed in DFSHIST.TXT
Registering DFSee will give you the right to use all 6.xx versions and get
support plus a reasonable amount of assistance by email.
But even more important, it enables further development of DFSee!
Regards, Jan van Wijk
=========================================================================
DFSee Home: http://www.dfsee.com; Jan van Wijk; Author of DFSee -
infoDESPAM@dfsee.com
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02 Apr 2004 12:28:05 -0500
From: EMEA WarpService
Dear all,
this is your latest EWWS NewsFlash.
This issue covers:
- a) OS/2 to Linux Client Transition Redbook available online
- b) OpenOffice for OS/2 v1.1.1 GA has been released
- c) Innotek OS/2 Kit for Java Version 1.4.2_04 updated
- d) PCI sound cards for eComStation and OS/2 Warp
- e) Innotek OS/2 Kit for Acrobat Reader 4.05 r4 and 5.1 Preview
- f) Comparison of Virtual PC and Virtual Station (SVISTA)
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
a) OS/2 to Linux Client Transition Redbook (SG246621) available online
This IBM Redbook provides information related to the viability of Linux as
a client platform. It targets technical personnel who are involved in
evaluating Linux as a possible client platform. It also targets
administrators and support personnel who are responsible for supporting
client systems. This redbook can also be helpful to anyone who is
evaluating the potential of using Linux for enterprise client systems.
However, the key focus is on environments where OS/2 is currently used.
Chapter 1. Introduction to Linux
Chapter 2. Platform considerations
Chapter 3. Functional considerations
Chapter 4. Linux client administration
Chapter 5. Coexistence considerations
Chapter 6. Migration considerations
Chapter 7. Linux client installation
Appendix A. Basic Linux for OS/2 users
Appendix B. Additional material
http://publib-b.boulder.ibm.com/Redbooks.nsf/RedpieceAbstracts/sg246621.html?Open
Direct link to the PDF:
http://www.redbooks.ibm.com/redbooks/pdfs/sg246621.pdf
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
b) OpenOffice for OS/2 v1.1.1 GA has been released
OpenOffice.org for OS/2 is a port of the "Openoffice" Open Source Office
Suite to the OS/2 Warp platform with special support for InnoTek's font
engine for OS/2.
OpenOffice.org for OS/2 requires
- InnoTek Font Engine for OS/2 v2.40
- InnoTek Runtime for OS/2 1.08
OpenOffice.org for OS/2 Java support requires
- InnoTek OS/2 Kit for Java 1.4.2_04
Enterprise support is available on request.
See http://www.innotek.de/products/openofficeos2/general_e.html for links
and further information.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
c) Innotek OS/2 Kit for Java Version 1.4.2_04 updated
A new release of the Innotek OS/2 Kit for Java Version 1.4.2_04 is
available at http://www.innotek.de/products/javaos2/javaos2general_e.html
This release is required for Java support in OpenOffice for OS/2 v1.1.1
(see above).
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
d) PCI sound cards for eComStation and OS/2 Warp
The "PCI sound cards for eComStation and OS/2 Warp" web site contains a
very comprehensive overview of PCI sound cards and their corresponding
chips and OS/2 drivers.
http://www.os2world.com/soundcards/
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
e) Innotek OS/2 Kit for Acrobat Reader 4.05 r4 and 5.1 Preview
Innotek has released OS/2 Kit for Acrobat Reader 4.05 Release 4 and a
first Preview of OS/2 Kit for Acrobat Reader 5.1.
See
http://www.innotek.de/products/acrobatos2/acrobatos2general_e.html and
http://www.innotek.de/products/acrobatos2/acrobatos2general_beta_e.html
for details.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
f) Comparison of Virtual PC and Virtual Station (SVISTA)
A comparison of both features and performance of Microsoft Virtual PC 5.2
and Serenity Virtual Station (SVISTA) is available online at
http://xoomer.virgilio.it/_XOOM/acantato/articles/2004/vmtest.html
That's it for now. Stay tuned for the next NewsFlash.
Warm regards.
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02 Apr 2004 07:02:55 -0500
From: "Mark Dodel"
On the Innotek support forums, < http://www.innotek.de/support/forums/ >
Oliver Stein posted 2004-04-01 18:11 InnoTek has
updated its OS/2 Kit for Java product to the most current 1.4.2_04 level.
It can be downloaded for free individual use at
< http://www.innotek.de/products/javaos2 >.
Among the many improvements of 1.4.2_04 are the following highlights:
* updated to the latest Sun J2SE 1.4.2 level
* uses the InnoTek Runtime for better synergy with other InnoTek products
(esp. OpenOffice.org for OS/2)
* received official Sun certification to be Java Compatible?
For more information on InnoTek OS/2 Kit for Java, please contact InnoTek
at infoDESPAM@innotek.de.
A new InnoTek Runtime is required... please download it here
--------------------
Mfg/Regards,
Oliver Stein
InnoTek GmbH
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02 Apr 2004 06:38:38 -0500
From: "Mark Dodel"
< http://www7.software.ibm.com/2bcprod.nsf/bf7e05615440e8f086256b6c005eac99/48d88e3b32711d7f86256ddc006a2568?OpenDocument >
Intel PRO/1000 Copper Gigabit Ethernet)
Last Updated on: 04/01/2004 10:22 AM
Download (Requires IBM Software Choice subscription):
< http://service.software.ibm.com/swchoice/os2dd/ibmgu.exe >
"The OS/2 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Driver provides support for the Intel
PRO/1000 Family of Copper and Fiber Adapters for the following hardware
controllers:
1. Intel 82540EM controller based Copper Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
2. Intel 82540EP controller based Copper Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
3. Intel 82541EI controller based Copper Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
4. Intel 82544EI controller based Copper Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
5. Intel 82544GC controller based Copper Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
6. Intel 82540 controller based Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
7. Intel 82544EI controller based Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
8. Intel 82543GC controller based Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
This driver will not work with any Intel PRO/1000 82543GC controller based
Copper Gigabit Adapter or earlier versions.
The most current version of this device driver package is part of the IBM
Software Choice offerings.
To learn more about IBM Software Choice visit their home page.
< http://www.ibm.com/software/os/warp/swchoice/ > "
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02 Apr 2004 00:08:45 -0500
From: "Mark Dodel"
< http://www.innotek.de/products/openofficeos2/beta/ >
"Version 1.1.1 for OS/2
A joint effort between Serenity Systems and InnoTek Systemberatung GmbH
While InnoTek is offering OpenOffice.org 1.1.1 for OS/2 to enterprise
customers only, Serenity Systems provides both end users and corporate
customers with this unique product.
OpenOffice.org for OS/2 is a port of the well known product to the
eComStation and OS/2 Warp platforms with special support for InnoTek's
font engine for OS/2.
You have to download and install three products:
* InnoTek Font Engine for OS/2
< http://www.innotek.de/products/ft2lib >
* InnoTek Runtime for OS/2
< http://www.innotek.de/products/innowin >
* OpenOffice.org 1.1.1 for OS/2, available from Mensys
< http://www.mensys.nl/ >
[Moderator note: As of posting this I see no listing yet for
OpenOffice for OS/2 on the Mensys.nl site, just the Linux, Mac and Windows
version CDs]
Note: OpenOffice.org for OS/2 Java support requires InnoTek OS/2 Kit for
Java 1.4.2_04
Please download and install the order given above. Refer to the
documentation of each component for installation instructions and
additional information.
OpenOffice.org 1.1.1 for OS/2 Readme.
< http://www.innotek.de/products/openofficeos2/ooos2readme_e.html >
For support and more information, please refer to the InnoTek Online
Support Forums. < http://www.innotek.de/support/forums >"
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01 Apr 2004 23:45:07 -0500
From: "Mark Dodel"
< http://www.innotek.de/products/innowin/ >
"InnoTek Runtime for OS/2
The InnoTek Runtime for OS/2 is a software runtime environment used by
several InnoTek Products which are based on Win32 applications. The use of
a common runtime as opposed to shipping custom runtimes with each products
reduces the memory footprint and improves application interoperability.
InnoTek products based on the InnoTek Runtime for OS/2 will indicate this
requirements. In general, the latest version available of the InnoTek
Runtime for OS/2 should be used."
2004-04-01
InnoTek Runtime for OS/2 1.08 (Build 16) available.
To download, click on the following link:
InnoTek Runtime for OS/2 1.08 Build 16 (2MB)
< http://download.innotek.de/innowin/108b16/InnoTekRuntime_108b16.exe >
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01 Apr 2004 23:19:20 -0500
From: "Mark Dodel"
USB Basic Device Support Package (OHCI/UHCI/EHCI)
Last Updated on: 04/01/2004 10:20 AM
< http://www7.software.ibm.com/2bcprod.nsf/bf7e05615440e8f086256b6c005eac99/eda0b842e1e56c1e86256c170050c84b?OpenDocument >
Download: < http://service.software.ibm.com/swchoice/os2dd/usbbasic.exe >
"The USB Basic Device Support Package provides the basic OS/2 support
required for USB devices that meets the USB 1.0 OHCI, USB 1.1 UHCI, or USB
2.0 EHCI specifications.
This package is a prerequisite for all other OS/2 USB device drivers and
must be installed first.
The most current version of this device driver package is part of the IBM
Software Choice offerings."
USB Mass Storage Support Package
Last Updated on: 04/01/2004 10:18 AM
< http://www7.software.ibm.com/2bcprod.nsf/bf7e05615440e8f086256b6c005eac99/44a668e43d3dbac186256df8006f68bb?OpenDocument >
Download: < http://service.software.ibm.com/swchoice/os2dd/usbmsd.exe >
"The USB Mass Storage Device Driver provides OS/2 support for USB mass
storage devices that meet the USB 1.0 or USB 1.1 specification and the USB
Mass Storage 1.0 specification. Examples of supported USB mass storage
devices include diskette drives, Zip drives, CD-ROM drives, LS-120 drives,
and flash memory keys.
The USB Basic Device Support Package is a prerequisite for this device
driver.
If Base Device Driver FixPak 3 has not been installed, the Enhanced IDE
DASD and CDROM Support package must be installed.
The most current version of this device driver package is part of the IBM
Software Choice offerings."
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01 Apr 2004 22:48:33 -0500
From: "Mark Dodel"
On IBM's OS/2 Device Driver Pak Online:
< http://www7.software.ibm.com/2bcprod.nsf/bf7e05615440e8f086256b6c005eac99/02678dafc1d52fcd86256c550073cd8a?OpenDocument >
"Miscellaneous Storage Support, OS/2 Component Updates
Enhanced IDE Support (IDEDASD)
Extended Warm Swap Support
Last Updated on: 04/01/2004 07:59 AM"
"This package contains the latest device driver updates for Enhanced IDE
DASD and CDROM support. See the readme file in the package for specific
support information."
This is a free download (no subscription required):
< http://service.software.ibm.com/os2dd/free/idedasd.exe >
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01 Apr 2004 16:38:35 -0500
From: torianiDESPAM@hotmail.com
regarding eCS 1.1 and Warp 3 license issues
Url: http://scripts.os2world.com/stuffed/
From: A.Meiss (torianiDESPAM@hotmail.com)
Submitted with the form on http://www.os2world.com/submit_news.php
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