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Thanks for the replies.

So the simple solution to my query is that this particular piece of old software won't run properly on my newish machine running a DOS emulator although others will - fair enough, that's all I needed to know.

However, it's very off-putting and difficult for newer members (i.e me) with genuine questions to follow threads when senior members and moderators are conducting private "humorous" conversations between themselves at the same time.

Personally I'm not that bothered but the general tone of some replies might put off younger "newbies" which would be a shame because a good site like this needs fresh blood and new ideas or it will eventually get stuck in a rut.

Thanks again.

Regards.