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    Learning C++                                            Version 1.00

       C++ compiler (C) 1991 by Zortech Limited. All rights reserved.
         Sample programs (C) 1991 by Tom Swan. All rights reserved.

             SAMS, 11711 N. College Ave., Carmel Indiana 46032
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    If you haven't installed Learning C++, please read the following
    "INSTALLING..." section. If you just completed the installation or if
    you ran READ.EXE to read this text, press the [Cursor] and [Page]
    keys to browse. Press [Esc] to return to DOS. (By the way, the source
    code for READ.EXE is listed in chapter 8.)

    Learning C++'s diskettes contain a full-feature, small-memory model
    version of the Zortech C++ 2.1 compiler, linker, library, and related
    files. Stored on disk are all the listings from the book, a class
    library for creating pop-up windows and menus, and the answers to
    many of the chapters' exercises. Also included is the shareware VDE
    editor, which you can use to view and modify listings. Of course, you
    may use another text editor if you prefer. 

    If you haven't made backup copies of the diskettes, do so now.
    Format two blank diskettes. Put Disk #1 in A: and a blank in B:, then
    enter DISKCOPY A: B:. Repeat these steps for Disk #2. Never use the
    original disks for any purpose other than to make these backups.


    INSTALLING LEARNING C++
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    Files on the diskettes are compressed--you must install the files
    before you can use them. To install Learning C++, insert Disk #1 into
    drive A:. Then type the following commands, pressing [Enter] after
    each line:

        a:
        install

    Follow instructions on screen. For best results, install the files to
    drive C: in a subdirectory named \LCPP. If you have more than one
    drive, you may substitute another drive letter for C:. You may also
    specify a different subdirectory if you already have one named \LCPP.

    You may install the files on a hard drive, a 1.2 megabyte, or larger-
    capacity floppy disk. However, a hard drive is recommended.

    After installation, you'll have to decompress a few files before
    you'll be able to compile and edit programs. You'll also need to
    modify or create AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files. Instructions
    for these steps are listed in the Introduction to Learning C++.


    ABOUT THE ZORTECH C++ 2.10 COMPILER
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    The C++ compiler supplied on these disks is a subset of the
    commercial release. The compiler is fully functional and is not
    crippled in any way. There are, however, a few differences between
    the book's version and the commercial compiler. Specifically, 
    ZTCPP1.EXE has been modified so that

        1. You may compile only small (S) model programs.
        2. Inline 8087 support is not provided.
        3. Handle-pointer support is not available.
        4. Programs of only limited complexity can be compiled, i.e.
           about half the complexity possible with the full ZTCPP1.

    Even with these restrictions, you can still compile sophisticated
    programs. The C++ compiler on these disks is not a toy! For example,
    see chapter 5's elevator simulation or WINTOOL.CPP in chapter 6.


    IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION:
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    The best way to get in touch is to send an electronic letter. My
    Compuserve ID is 73627,3241. My MCI Mail handle is TSWAN. Or
    send your comments and suggestions to SAMS at the address listed 
    near the beginning of these notes.

    Thousands of programmers are discovering what C++ can do for
    them. Now, with this book and the included diskettes, you can
    learn this new and exciting language without having to invest 
    hundreds of dollars in an expensive development system. 

    Thank you for choosing Learning C++. Exit this program and read 
    the Introduction to complete the installation of your compiler. 
    You'll then be ready to write your first C++ program. Good luck!

    Tom Swan

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    ABOUT INSTALL.EXE

    The installation program used to install Learning C++, INSTALL, is
    licensed software provided by Knowledge Dynamics Corp, Highway
    Contract 4 Box 185-H, Canyon Lake, Texas 78133-3508 (USA),
    1-512-964-3994. INSTALL is Copyright (c) 1987-1990 by Knowledge
    Dynamics Corp which reserves all copyright protection worldwide.
    INSTALL is provided to you for the exclusive purpose of installing
    Learning C++. The author and publisher are exclusively responsible
    for the support of Learning C++, including support during the
    installation phase. In no event will Knowledge Dynamics Corp be able
    to provide any technical support for Learning C++.
