Computer Chronicles S08E09

Computer Chronicles - S08E09: Memory Management

Dec 04, 1990TalkSeason 8, Episode 9

There used to be a limit to the amount of memory you could have in a DOS based computer - 640k. But as new applications demanded more RAM, utilities came out to try and solve that problem. This program looks at solutions such as QEMM-386, Manifest, and Optimize from Quarterdeck. Also, 386Max 5.1, DESQview, OS/2 1.21, Virtual 2.0, and AutoCAD's DOS Extender. Originally broadcast in 1990. http://archive.org/details/memory_2

Cast: Stewart Cheifet

Computer Chronicles S08E09 Synopsis

Computer Chronicles "Memory Management" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 1990-12-04, this episode is part of Season 8 of Computer Chronicles. Featuring performances from Stewart Cheifet among the cast. With a runtime of 30m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. There used to be a limit to the amount of memory you could have in a DOS based computer - 640k. But as new applications demanded more RAM, utilities came out to try and solve that problem. This program looks at solutions such as QEMM-386, Manifest, a...