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'''C-Net 12.0''' (C-Net 64) was a full featured, single-line, [[Bulletin board system|bulletin board system]] (BBS) software system released in 1987 for the [[Engineering:Commodore 64|Commodore 64]] microcomputer by Perspective Software.  It was based on C-Net 10.0 written by Ken Pletzer and was coded by Don Gladden and Ray Kelm.<ref name="Image"/> <ref name="Sub"/>   
'''C-Net 12.0''' (C-Net 64) was a full featured, single-line, [[Bulletin board system|bulletin board system]] (BBS) software system released in 1987 for the [[Engineering:Commodore 64|Commodore 64]] microcomputer by Perspective Software.<ref name ="OrigCnetReleaseNotes"/> It was based on C-Net 10.0 written by Ken Pletzer and was coded by Don Gladden and Ray Kelm.<ref name ="OrigCnetReleaseNotes"/> <ref name="Image"/> <ref name="Sub"/>  It originally sold for $64.95 or a upgrade from V10 or V11 for $35.00.<ref name="OrigCnetPriceSheet"/>


C-Net 12.0 was one of the most powerful and  flexible BBS program available for Commodore computers.<ref name="Zimmer"/> It was written mostly in BASIC, so it is very easy to modify. The editor, I/O routines and other speed-intensive modules are written in machine language for speed.  
C-Net 12.0 was one of the most powerful and  flexible BBS program available for Commodore computers.<ref name="Zimmer"/> It was written mostly in BASIC, so it is very easy to modify.<ref name ="OrigCnetReleaseNotes"/>  The editor, I/O routines and other speed-intensive modules are written in machine language for speed.  


One unique feature of C-Net is "P-Files", or program modules. These enable C-Net to run unrestricted by the memory limitations of Commodore computers. Basically, C-Net keeps a  
One unique feature of C-Net is "P-Files",<ref name ="OrigCnetReleaseNotes"/>  or program modules. These enable C-Net to run unrestricted by the memory limitations of Commodore computers. Basically, C-Net keeps a  
"main program" in memory that contains the basic C-Net functions and routines like the main menu and the commands available from all levels. Then, it loads in a "P-File" for whatever subsystem you are using.<ref name="Prg"/> An official P-File disk was available from Perspective for $18.95.  Among the many P-Files that were created, WallWriter and Voting Booth by John Moore (aka Little John) were some of the more popular.
"main program" in memory that contains the basic C-Net functions and routines like the main menu and the commands available from all levels. Then, it loads in a "P-File" for whatever subsystem you are using.<ref name="Prg"/> An official P-File disk was available from Perspective for $18.95.<ref name="OrigCnetPriceSheet"/> Among the many P-Files that were created, WallWriter and Voting Booth by John Moore (aka Little John) were some of the more popular.


Hundreds of P-File games were also created.  Some popular ones were Murder Motel, Empire, Dragon World, Battle and Orion.  C-Net 12.0 also had a flexible security model and fully customizable sub boards, upload/download areas and e-mail. It also used MCI (Message Command Interpreter) commands to handle graphics.  [[PETSCII]] art was also a popular creative outlet on BBSs of this era.
Hundreds of P-File games were also created.  Some popular ones were Murder Motel, Empire, Dragon World, Battle and Orion.  C-Net 12.0 also had a flexible security model and fully customizable sub boards, upload/download areas and e-mail.<ref name ="OrigCnetReleaseNotes"/> It also used MCI (Message Command Interpreter) commands to handle graphics.<ref name ="OrigCnetReleaseNotes"/> [[PETSCII]] art was also a popular creative outlet on BBSs of this era.


C-Net 12.0 was not based on C-Net 11.0/11.1a but was based primarily on C-Net 10.0 written by Ken Pletzer. <ref name="Image"/> Version 11.x, which was written by Jim Selleck, was succeeded by C-Net 11.6.<ref name="Sub"/>  Which was eventually rebranded as [[Software:C-Net DS2|C-Net DS2]]. After Several versions of DS2, it was acquired by Storm’s Edge Technologies in 2012.<ref name="DS2"/>
C-Net 12.0 was not based on C-Net 11.0/11.1a but was based primarily on C-Net 10.0 written by Ken Pletzer. <ref name="Image"/> Version 11.x, which was written by Jim Selleck, was succeeded by C-Net 11.6.<ref name="Sub"/>  Which was eventually rebranded as [[Software:C-Net DS2|C-Net DS2]]. After Several versions of DS2, it was acquired by Storm’s Edge Technologies in 2012.<ref name="DS2"/>
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[[File:C-Net_12.0_BBS_Login_Screen_for_The_Dark_Domain_BBS.jpg|thumb|Example login screen of a BBS running C-Net 12.0]]
[[File:C-Net_12.0_BBS_Login_Screen_for_The_Dark_Domain_BBS.jpg|thumb|Example login screen of a BBS running C-Net 12.0]]
The C-Net family of BBSs were supported nationwide by a dedicated group of sysops known as the C-Net Sysop Support Center (CSSC).  This group was headed up by Fred Dart (aka The Chief), John Moore (aka Little John), Gear Jammer and others around the country.<ref name="Image"/>  They would share fixes and modifications that sysops could make to their own code. Sysops across the country created their own P-Files that could be incorporated into other BBSs if the sysops chose too.  Because of this, C-Net 12.0 BBSs could look very different from each other.
The C-Net family of BBSs were supported nationwide by a dedicated group of sysops known as the C-Net Sysop Support Center (CSSC).<ref name="Cnetmodpack1"/><ref name="Cnetmodpack2"/> This group was headed up by Fred Dart (aka The Chief), John Moore (aka Little John), Gear Jammer and others around the country.<ref name="Image"/>  While there was not official headquarters for the CSSC, Port Commodore BBS, run by Fred Dart, was one of the main places to find these fixes.  <ref name="Cnetmodpack1"/><ref name="Cnetmodpack2"/>
Using the CSSC network, they would share fixes and modifications that sysops could make to their own code. Sysops across the country created their own P-Files that could be incorporated into other BBSs if the sysops chose too.<ref name="Cnetmodpack1"/><ref name="Cnetmodpack2"/> Because of this, C-Net 12.0 BBSs could look very different from each other.


During the summer of 1988, version 12.1 (also written by Don Gladden) was set to be released as a $7.98 upgrade.<ref name="WNF"/> During this time Don Gladden left Perspective Software and took 12.1 with him.  After a few changes, it was rebranded as Image BBS 1.0.  The CSSC was replaced with NISSA (The New Image Sysop Support Association). C-Net 12.1 would eventually be released by Perspective Software.  
During the summer of 1988, version 12.1 (also written by Don Gladden) was set to be released as a $7.98 upgrade.<ref name="WNF"/> During this time Don Gladden left Perspective Software and took 12.1 with him.  After a few changes, it was rebranded as Image BBS 1.0.<ref name="Image"/><ref name="WNF"/> The CSSC was replaced with NISSA (The New Image Sysop Support Association). C-Net 12.1 would eventually be released by Perspective Software.  


== References ==
== References ==


{{reflist|refs=
{{reflist|refs=
<ref name="OrigCnetPriceSheet">{{cite book  |title=C-Net Price Sheet by Perspective Software}}</ref>
<ref name="OrigCnetReleaseNotes">{{cite book  |title=C-Net 12.0 Release Notes by Perspective Software}}</ref>
<ref name="Cnetmodpack1">{{cite book  |title=C-Net 12.0 Mod Pack 1 (CSSC) Release Notes - November 1987}}</ref>
<ref name="Cnetmodpack2">{{cite book  |title=C-Net 12.0 Mod Pack 2 (CSSC) Release Notes - February 1988}}</ref>
<ref name="Image">{{cite web |url=https://www.zimmers.net/bbs/docs/image.html |title=History of Image BBS by Fred Dart}}</ref>
<ref name="Image">{{cite web |url=https://www.zimmers.net/bbs/docs/image.html |title=History of Image BBS by Fred Dart}}</ref>


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== External links ==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgTZjQTYwY4&t=406s&pp=ygULYy1uZXQgc3lzb3A%3D Introduction to C-Net 12.0]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsT37kK0eVs&t=468s&pp=ygULYy1uZXQgc3lzb3A%3D Configuring C-Net 12.0]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxLKJ-a0g-c&t=1037s&pp=ygULYy1uZXQgc3lzb3A%3D The first login to C-Net 12.0]




Latest revision as of 08:19, 20 April 2024

C-Net 12.0
C-Net 12.0 loading screen.jpg
C-Net 12.0 loading screen
Original author(s)Perspective Software
Developer(s)Don Gladden and Ray Kelm
Initial release1987
Written inBASIC
PlatformC64
PredecessorC-Net 11.1a
SuccessorC-Net 12.1
SizeSingle 5.25 floppy
Available inEnglish
TypeBBS Software
License$64.95, $35 for Upgrade from v10 or v11

C-Net 12.0 (C-Net 64) was a full featured, single-line, bulletin board system (BBS) software system released in 1987 for the Commodore 64 microcomputer by Perspective Software.[1] It was based on C-Net 10.0 written by Ken Pletzer and was coded by Don Gladden and Ray Kelm.[1] [2] [3] It originally sold for $64.95 or a upgrade from V10 or V11 for $35.00.[4]

C-Net 12.0 was one of the most powerful and flexible BBS program available for Commodore computers.[5] It was written mostly in BASIC, so it is very easy to modify.[1] The editor, I/O routines and other speed-intensive modules are written in machine language for speed.

One unique feature of C-Net is "P-Files",[1] or program modules. These enable C-Net to run unrestricted by the memory limitations of Commodore computers. Basically, C-Net keeps a "main program" in memory that contains the basic C-Net functions and routines like the main menu and the commands available from all levels. Then, it loads in a "P-File" for whatever subsystem you are using.[6] An official P-File disk was available from Perspective for $18.95.[4] Among the many P-Files that were created, WallWriter and Voting Booth by John Moore (aka Little John) were some of the more popular.

Hundreds of P-File games were also created. Some popular ones were Murder Motel, Empire, Dragon World, Battle and Orion. C-Net 12.0 also had a flexible security model and fully customizable sub boards, upload/download areas and e-mail.[1] It also used MCI (Message Command Interpreter) commands to handle graphics.[1] PETSCII art was also a popular creative outlet on BBSs of this era.

C-Net 12.0 was not based on C-Net 11.0/11.1a but was based primarily on C-Net 10.0 written by Ken Pletzer. [2] Version 11.x, which was written by Jim Selleck, was succeeded by C-Net 11.6.[3] Which was eventually rebranded as C-Net DS2. After Several versions of DS2, it was acquired by Storm’s Edge Technologies in 2012.[7]

When purchased, the buyer would receive a single 5.25 Floppy disk, instruction manual and a dongle to prevent piracy. This dongle would plug in to joystick port 2. [8]

CNet 12.0 Disk and Manual
Example login screen of a BBS running C-Net 12.0

The C-Net family of BBSs were supported nationwide by a dedicated group of sysops known as the C-Net Sysop Support Center (CSSC).[9][10] This group was headed up by Fred Dart (aka The Chief), John Moore (aka Little John), Gear Jammer and others around the country.[2] While there was not official headquarters for the CSSC, Port Commodore BBS, run by Fred Dart, was one of the main places to find these fixes. [9][10] Using the CSSC network, they would share fixes and modifications that sysops could make to their own code. Sysops across the country created their own P-Files that could be incorporated into other BBSs if the sysops chose too.[9][10] Because of this, C-Net 12.0 BBSs could look very different from each other.

During the summer of 1988, version 12.1 (also written by Don Gladden) was set to be released as a $7.98 upgrade.[11] During this time Don Gladden left Perspective Software and took 12.1 with him. After a few changes, it was rebranded as Image BBS 1.0.[2][11] The CSSC was replaced with NISSA (The New Image Sysop Support Association). C-Net 12.1 would eventually be released by Perspective Software.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 C-Net 12.0 Release Notes by Perspective Software. 
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "History of Image BBS by Fred Dart". https://www.zimmers.net/bbs/docs/image.html. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "CNET 64 Petscii Forum". https://jledger.proboards.com/thread/496/. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 C-Net Price Sheet by Perspective Software. 
  5. ↑ "CNet history by Zimmers". https://zimmers.net/bbs/cnbbs.html. 
  6. ↑ "C-Net 12.0 P-File Modifiers Guide". https://commodore.software/downloads/download/468-c-net/13396-c-net-bbs-v12-p-file-modifiers-guide. 
  7. ↑ "CNet DS II History". https://www.cnet64.com/where-it-all-start/. 
  8. ↑ "C-Net 12.0 User Manual". https://commodore.software/downloads/download/468-c-net/16091-c-net-64-bbs-v12-0-manual. 
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 C-Net 12.0 Mod Pack 1 (CSSC) Release Notes - November 1987. 
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 C-Net 12.0 Mod Pack 2 (CSSC) Release Notes - February 1988. 
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 "History of The Wrong Number BBS by Al Derosa". https://www.wrgnbr.com/pdf/WNFhistory.pdf. 

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