Caldera Digital Research Systems Group
| Company type | Product/Operating system |
|---|---|
| Industry | Computer software |
| Predecessor | Concurrent PC DOS 6.0 |
| Founded | 1988 |
| Founder | Gary A. Kildall |
| Headquarters | Pacific Grove, California (original headquarters) , United States |
Area served | IBM PC-compatible computers |
| Products | Disk operating system (DR-DOS) |
DR-DOS (stylized as DR DOS until version 6.0) is a disk operating system designed for IBM PC-compatible machines. It was initially created by Digital Research, Inc., founded by Gary A. Kildall, and evolved from Concurrent PC DOS 6.0, which itself succeeded CP/M-86. Launched in 1988, DR-DOS was the first DOS variant intended to be compatible with both IBM PC DOS and MS-DOS.
The debut edition was version 3.31, numbered to correspond with MS-DOS's versioning scheme. The first retail release, DR DOS 5.0, appeared in 1990 and received widespread praise, establishing DR-DOS as the primary rival to Microsoft's MS-DOS. Microsoft responded by releasing MS-DOS 5.0 more than a year later. DR-DOS also introduced a graphical user interface component named ViewMAX. This was followed by version 6.0 in 1991.
Following Novell's acquisition of Digital Research, the operating system was renamed Novell DOS 7.0 in 1994. Later ownership transitions to Caldera resulted in updated versions partially released as open source under the Caldera brand and briefly marketed as OpenDOS. The last desktop edition, Caldera DR-DOS 7.03, was issued in 1999 before the focus shifted toward embedded system applications under Caldera and subsequently DeviceLogics.
Roots in CP/M
Digital Research originally developed CP/M for 8-bit Intel 8080 and Z80 microprocessors, leading to multiple variants including CP/M-86 for Intel 8086/8088 CPUs. CP/M dominated the market throughout the mid-1970s and was widely distributed with various non-proprietary personal computers. However, the debut of the IBM PC in 1981 significantly altered the market landscape.
IBM initially approached Digital Research in 1980 to license an x86-compatible version of CP/M but withdrew after contract disagreements. Instead, IBM collaborated with Microsoft, who had acquired 86-DOS from Seattle Computer Products. This product became Microsoft’s MS-DOS and IBM PC DOS. Digital Research alleged that PC DOS/MS-DOS closely resembled CP/M and threatened litigation. In 1982, IBM agreed to offer Digital Research's CP/M-86 alongside PC DOS. Despite its early software compatibility benefits, CP/M-86’s $240 price compared to PC DOS’s $40 hindered its market success.
Digital Research found it challenging to compete against the Microsoft-IBM software ecosystem's dominance. They adapted Concurrent CP/M-86 to run MS-DOS/PC DOS programs, releasing it as Concurrent DOS 3.1 in 1984 targeting hardware manufacturers. Although Concurrent DOS eventually evolved into Multiuser DOS and REAL/32, it remained expensive and was not tailored for single-user desktop environments.
To address this gap, Digital Research developed DOS Plus 1.0 through version 2.1—a simplified single-user iteration of Concurrent DOS launched in 1985 that supported multitasking alongside limited DOS compatibility. Pursuing improved DOS compatibility, they introduced a native DOS operating system in 1988 known as DR DOS.
While Digital Research’s headquarters were located in Pacific Grove and later Monterey, California, much of the development work on DOS Plus and subsequent operating systems took place at their European Development Centre in Hungerford, Berkshire, UK, with additional contributions from Digital Research GmbH based in Munich, Germany.
Initial DR DOS Release
In response to OEM requests in 1987, Digital Research created a new DOS operating system designed to overcome the limitations of MS-DOS. A pivotal agreement with Kazuhiko "Kay" Nishi from ASCII Corporation facilitated entry into the Japanese OEM sector. The inaugural DR DOS edition was introduced on May 28, 1988, with its versioning aligned to MS-DOS feature sets; the first public release was DR DOS 3.31, matching the capabilities of Compaq's MS-DOS 3.31, including support for large disks (FAT16B/"BIGDOS"). This version identified itself as "IBM PC DOS 3.31" and incorporated an internal BDOS kernel version 6.0, derived from Concurrent DOS 6.0 but with multitasking and multiuser functions removed and replaced by an IBM-compatible DOS-BIOS layer. Core system files included DRBIOS.SYS and DRBDOS.SYS, marked with the OEM identifier "DIGITAL␠".
DR DOS offered enhanced command-line utilities featuring integrated help, detailed error messages, sophisticated command history and editing via the HISTORY directive, and kernel-level password protection for files and directories. Licensing fees were lower compared to MS-DOS, and from its inception, it supported ROM integration—the ROM-based variant was known as ROS (ROM Operating System). Interest from PC manufacturers exploring alternative DOS solutions spurred several subsequent updates.
At that time, MS-DOS was exclusively bundled with hardware, so DR DOS gained market traction when it became available for retail purchase starting with version 3.4x.
Documented releases include DR DOS 3.31 (BDOS 6.0, June 1988, OEM only), followed by versions 3.32 (August 17, 1988), 3.33 (September 1, 1988), 3.34, 3.35 (October 21, 1988), 3.40 (January 25, 1989), and 3.41 (BDOS 6.3, June 1989, available both OEM and retail). Most versions were adapted for various hardware platforms. While the majority of OEMs retained the DR DOS branding, the product was also marketed under the name EZ-DOS 3.41 (also referred to as EZ-DOS 4.1) by 2001 Sales, Inc.
DR DOS Version 5.0
Released in May 1990 under the code name "Leopard," DR DOS 5.0 maintained compatibility by identifying itself as "PC DOS 3.31" while internally running a single-user BDOS kernel version 6.4 (notably skipping version 4 to avoid association with the unpopular MS-DOS 4.0). This release introduced ViewMAX, a file management shell based on the GEM graphical user interface, accompanied by the tagline "Digital Research - We make computers work". Additionally, DR DOS 5.0 launched the patented BatteryMAX power management system and included bundled utilities such as disk caching software (DRCACHE), a remote file transfer program (FILELINK), a cursor customization tool (CURSOR), and an improved memory management component called MemoryMAX. System filenames were updated to IBMBIO.COM and IBMDOS.COM, complemented by an advanced boot loader that allowed flexible disk placement; OEM labels were changed to "IBM␠␠3.3".
DR DOS 5.0 was pioneering in its support for load-high functionality—relocating the kernel and critical data structures like disk buffers into the High Memory Area (HMA), which is the initial 64 KB of extended memory accessible in real mode—thereby freeing precious conventional memory (the first 640 KB where DOS applications operate).
On Intel 80386 processors, its EMS memory manager enabled loading DOS device drivers into upper memory blocks, further conserving conventional memory space. This capability was unique at the time since previous solutions required third-party utilities such as QEMM. As a result, DR DOS 5.0 offered substantially more free conventional memory than competing systems: while MS-DOS/PC DOS typically left only about 300–400 KB free after loading drivers for peripherals like mouse devices, multimedia hardware, and networking components, DR DOS could retain up to approximately 620 KB of usable conventional memory with some manual configuration adjustments. The MEMMAX +V option even extended conventional memory into unused graphics adapter RAM areas for an additional gain of around 64–96 KB.
Nevertheless, this abundance of free conventional memory caused compatibility problems with certain legacy applications that relied on address wrapping techniques and failed when loaded low in memory space. To mitigate this issue, DR DOS 5.0 introduced the MEMMAX -L command which reserved a block of memory at the beginning of the map to force programs to load above this boundary—at the expense of reducing total available conventional memory. By default, MEMMAX was set with +L enabled to maximize application-available memory space.
DR DOS 6.0 / Rivalry with Microsoft
Microsoft responded to competitive pressure by unveiling MS-DOS 5.0 in May 1990, which became available in June 1991 and incorporated features akin to those found in DR DOS, particularly enhancements in memory management.
In September 1991, Digital Research released DR DOS 6.0, code-named "Buxton" and internally identified as BDOS 6.7, though it reported itself as "IBM PC DOS 3.31" to maintain compatibility. This version introduced SuperStor disk compression technology that operated on-the-fly to optimize hard drive capacity, alongside file deletion tracking and undelete capabilities developed by Roger A. Gross.
The release also included TASKMAX, a task-switching utility compliant with the industry-standard API that enabled multitasking of several applications. Unlike Digital Research’s Multiuser DOS, which employed pre-emptive multitasking, TASKMAX paused background processes until they were brought to the foreground but could utilize XMS memory on machines with a 286 processor or higher. It also offered limited Copy & Paste functionality between programs and allowed graphical user interfaces such as ViewMAX or PC/GEOS to replace the default text-based menu system.
Microsoft countered these developments by launching MS-DOS 6.0, which incorporated many of the same features found in DR DOS 6.0.
In December 1991, the beta version of Windows 3.1 contained the AARD code, an error message triggered when non-Microsoft DOS versions were detected. Digital Research promptly addressed this by releasing a patch for DR DOS 6.0 that circumvented the detection through internal memory table rearrangement without affecting functionality. This "business update" edition was issued within six weeks following the Windows 3.1 release, ensuring seamless operation of Windows on both DR DOS and Novell DOS despite the detection code remaining present but disabled in the final Windows build.
By July 1992, Digital Research Japan introduced DR DOS 6.0/V, a Japanese DOS/V-compatible variant, accompanied by a Korean language edition.
PalmDOS
In 1992, under its original name but now owned by Novell since July 1991, Digital Research launched a derivative product initially codenamed "Merlin," which was later marketed as NetWare PalmDOS 1. This streamlined version of DR DOS 6.0 targeted the nascent market for palmtop computers and personal digital assistants (PDAs).
PalmDOS was the first in its line to incorporate the BDOS 7.0 kernel featuring native DOS-compatible internal data structures, moving away from DOS emulation on a CP/M kernel basis. This shift enhanced application compatibility and reduced kernel size—both critical factors for PDA operation. However, implementing a genuine Current Directory Structure (CDS) imposed a directory path length limit of 66 characters, aligning with MS-DOS/PC DOS constraints and differing from earlier DR DOS versions that had no such restriction. To preserve kernel compactness and ensure compatibility with Windows applications, PalmDOS identified itself as "PC DOS 3.31" to software.
Engineered for execution directly from ROM, PalmDOS incorporated palmtop-specific functionalities such as PCMCIA card support with DPMS power management, BatteryMAX for battery optimization, and a patented dynamic idle detection driver named $IDLE$. Additionally, it featured MINIMAX task switching designed for Personal Information Modules (PIM), which ran directly from ROM utilizing Execute-In-Place (XIP) technology.
Significantly, part of the PCMCIA stack development for PalmDOS was contributed by Ian H. S. Cullimore, an early pioneer of the PCMCIA/PC Card standard.
Novell DOS 7 / Novell's Role
Novell DOS was the brand name Novell Corporation assigned to DR DOS following its acquisition of Digital Research in 1991. Throughout its lifecycle, it consistently delivered features and performance that surpassed those of MS-DOS versions available at the time. By 1993, Novell DOS 7 had established itself as superior to competitors such as PC DOS 6.1 and MS-DOS 6.2/6.3.
Under the leadership of CEO Robert J. Frankenberg, Novell adopted a strategy focused on consolidation, which involved divesting products like Btrieve and discontinuing others, including Novell DOS and multimedia titles related to WordPerfect. The company incorporated technology licensed from Stac Electronics to enhance integration between Novell DOS and NetWare. On July 23, 1996, Novell divested the DR DOS product line to Caldera, which intended to include a DOS operating system alongside its OpenLinux offering.
Marc Perkel has asserted that he influenced Novell's decision to acquire Digital Research with the aim of creating an operating system known as "NovOS." During a period of aggressive expansion—including acquisitions of WordPerfect and Borland products and significant investments in Unix—Novell regarded DR's product portfolio as a strategic asset to challenge Microsoft's dominance.
The version internally referred to as "Panther," DR DOS 7.0, experienced delays due to Novell’s efforts to develop optional Unix-style multi-user security features and two graphical user interfaces: ViewMAX 3 (derived from GEM) and "Star Trek," which was a port of Apple's System 7.1 designed for the new multitasking kernel called "Vladivar." Nevertheless, when DR DOS was officially released as Novell DOS 7 in December 1993—with localized editions following in March 1994—these advanced components were excluded, leading to some disappointment despite widespread recognition of its technical superiority.
In Germany, Novell executed an assertive marketing campaign for Novell DOS 7 under the slogan "Trau keinem DOS unter 7" ("Don't trust any DOS below 7"). This effort resulted in sales reaching around 1.5 million units by February 1994, supported by a network of over 3,000 dealers distributing through OEM partnerships, mail order, and authorized retail channels.
One notable feature introduced was Personal NetWare (PNW), Novell’s second-generation peer-to-peer networking solution that improved upon NetWare Lite but lacked compatibility with Microsoft's expanding networking protocols supported by Windows for Workgroups, OS/2, and Windows NT. The complicated configuration required when used alongside Microsoft networking hindered PNW’s adoption in the market.
Novell DOS 7 incorporated an upgraded DOSMGR API with the BDOS 7.2 kernel identifying itself as DOS version 6.0 with an OEM ID of "IBM," thus preserving compatibility with Windows environments while utilities recognized it as "PC DOS 6.1."
Enhancements in memory management featured support for DPMI (DOS Protected Mode Interface), DPMS (DOS Protected Mode Services), and flexible options for loading drivers high in memory. It also introduced genuine preemptive multitasking for multiple DOS programs running within virtual DOS machines (VDMs) via MultiMAX technology—similar in concept to Multiuser DOS but operating within a fully compatible DOS environment without a graphical interface. When EMM386 was initiated with the /MULTI switch, it provided a native 32-bit protected mode core enabling multitasking, multithreading, hardware virtualization, and domain control over VDMs accessible through DR DOS-aware applications. The included TASKMGR utility utilized this API to coordinate tasks seamlessly alongside Windows.
Both Novell DOS 7 and Personal NetWare bundled NetWars, a network-capable three-dimensional arcade game.
Although several updates were released to address stability concerns, development halted in September 1994 as Microsoft prepared to launch Windows 95. Support concluded in January 1996 after more than fifteen maintenance releases had been issued.
After Novell
When Caldera aimed to include a DOS operating system with their OpenLinux package, Novell transferred the product line to Caldera on July 23, 1996, as it no longer held significant commercial interest for them.
Due to competition from IBM's PC DOS 6.3 and Caldera’s own DR-DOS, Microsoft limited Windows 95 compatibility exclusively to their DOS version, prompting a substantial lawsuit backed by the Canopy Group. Despite Microsoft's efforts to dismiss the case, it concluded with an out-of-court settlement on January 7, 2000, for an undisclosed amount later disclosed as $280 million.
In August 1996, Roger A. Gross, one of the original DR-DOS developers, suggested reviving DR-DOS development and enabling Windows 95 compatibility on it to support the lawsuit. Following discussions in September 1996 with Caldera leadership including Raymond John Noorda, Gross was recruited to establish a UK branch. Caldera UK Ltd. was founded on September 20, 1996, assembling a development team near Andover, Hampshire that combined former Novell EDC engineers with new personnel.
Over a two-year period, this team introduced enhancements such as a TCP/IP stack adapted from LAN WorkPlace for DOS, the graphical 32-bit DOS Protected Mode browser DR-WebSpyder, POSIX Pthreads support, long filename (LONGNAME) functionality, and FAT32 (DRFAT32) compatibility. Consultant Andrew Schulman contributed to "WinGlue," an initiative to make DR-DOS compatible with Windows 95/98 by replacing its MS-DOS 7.xx core component. Demonstrated at CeBIT in March 1998, this effort evolved into "WinBolt," both unreleased but influential in legal proceedings.
Caldera UK issued Caldera OpenDOS 7.01 on February 3, 1997—essentially a rebranded Novell DOS 7 update 10—though some patches were missing due to lost source code at Novell. It omitted certain utilities previously bundled with Novell DOS but included updated versions of PNUNPACK and NetWars.
A portion of OpenDOS 7.01 was temporarily made open source in May 1997 but was subsequently closed again to safeguard commercial interests.
After beta versions appeared in late 1997, Caldera released DR-OpenDOS 7.02 in December 1997, which was renamed Caldera DR-DOS 7.02 by March 1998. This release (BDOS 7.3) enhanced BIOS and BDOS functions with improved compatibility for Windows 9x and third-party compression drivers such as DriveSpace. It added sophisticated boot/configuration options, diagnostics mode, debugger integration, flexible CONFIG.SYS tracing, and better multi-configuration support for boot files.
CONFIG.SYS improvements expanded BASIC-like scripting capabilities for boot menus and conditional execution based on CPU type and error codes. Device configuration options became more versatile for COM/LPT ports and default devices like PRN and AUX. Memory management upgrades allowed relocating file handles and FCBs into upper memory blocks (UMBs), freeing conventional memory essential for third-party drivers and shells including 4DOS.
Version 7.02 also featured an upgraded National Language Support subsystem capable of handling multiple COUNTRY.SYS files simultaneously and introduced support for ISO 8601 date formatting along with the Euro currency symbol. Critical system files incorporated safeguards to exit gracefully if misused. The release fully complied with Year 2000 standards and included an updated FDISK utility supporting FAT32 partitioning (excluding LBA).
Some older applications encountered issues due to the updated BDOS version number; this was addressed by enhancements to SETVER allowing hierarchical emulation of DOS and BDOS versions for compatibility.
A compatibility conflict emerged with QEMM 8's DOS-UP feature because of changes in handle chunking within memory management; a patch resolved this issue though it involved compromises between different Windows versions.
In August 1998,[1] Caldera established two subsidiaries: Caldera Systems, Inc., dedicated to Linux-related ventures, and Caldera Thin Clients, Inc., focusing on embedded systems and thin-client markets.[2]
DR-DOS 7.03 was initially pre-released during Christmas 1998 and officially launched on January 6, 1999 by Caldera UK. This version introduced improved memory managers with enhanced DPMI support and added utilities including DEVLOAD and DRMOUSE but featured an OEM label modification causing cross-OS compatibility challenges that could be addressed using NOVOLTRK.[3][4] This marked the final DR-DOS release designed primarily for desktop use.
Following Gross’s departure in early 1999,[5] Caldera shut down its UK operations and transferred DR-DOS development to its US subsidiary Caldera Thin Clients, which was renamed Lineo, Inc., on July 20, 1999.[6] Lineo reissued DR-DOS 7.03 under the Caldera brand but concentrated mainly on embedded Linux products through Embedix.[7]
Subsequently, independently developed OEM variants such as DR-DOS 7.04 (August 19, 1999) and DR-DOS 7.05 (November 30, 1999) appeared with streamlined kernels that natively supported FAT32 without relying on dynamic redirectors.[8] These versions were bundled with utilities like Ontrack's Easy Recovery software and Seagate's SeaTools diagnostics.[9][10][11] Internally they identified as "PC DOS 7.10" to denote FAT32 integration.
The kernels from these releases could be combined to provide LBA support for drives exceeding 8 GB while preserving desktop compatibility.
For OEM customization purposes, DR-DOS versions progressed further:
- DR-DOS 7.06 (December 14, 1999) merged kernel components into a single executable bootable by MS-DOS-style boot sectors.[12]
- DR-DOS 7.07 introduced unified bootstrap loaders compatible with CHS/LBA disk access across FAT12/16/32 file systems as well as multiple boot standards (DR-DOS, PC DOS, MS-DOS/Windows), simplifying multi-boot configurations.[12]
These developments maintained backward compatibility down to DR-DOS version 3.31 while enabling smooth coexistence with other operating systems through a single master boot record (MBR) implementation.
In summary, under Caldera and Lineo stewardship, DR-DOS underwent strategic product refinements aimed at embedded markets while retaining vital legacy desktop functionality important for OEM partnerships involving recovery tools and diagnostic software.
Subsequent editions
Following the 2002 acquisition of Lineo, a group of former executives acquired the DR-DOS trademark and established DRDOS, Inc., operating as DeviceLogics L.L.C., which continued marketing DR-DOS tailored for embedded applications. On March 30, 2004, DR-DOS 8.0 was launched, introducing features such as FAT32 and large disk compatibility, the capability to boot from ROM or Flash memory, multitasking support, and a DPMI memory manager, all built upon kernel version 7.03.
The release of DR-DOS 8.1 occurred in late 2005, enhancing FAT32 functionality and based on OpenDOS 7.01.xx. Nevertheless, this version was retracted due to violations of the GPL license (refer to Controversies). Beyond product distribution, DRDOS, Inc. also offered an option to purchase the DR-DOS rights for $25,000.
The OpenDOS 7.01 source code served as the foundation for The DR-DOS/OpenDOS Enhancement Project, initiated in July 2002 with the goal of updating DR-DOS capabilities. This project introduced support for large disks via LBA, FAT32 compatibility improvements, enhanced memory management, and the FAT32+ extension enabling file sizes up to 256 GB on FAT volumes. A work-in-progress version, DR-DOS 7.01.08 WIP, was released on July 21, 2011.
Starting in 2023, the latest Enhanced DR-DOS edition (7.01.08 WIP) was adapted to an open-source build environment that facilitates cross-compilation from non-DOS platforms. The kernel compiles into a unified binary named KERNEL.SYS, compatible with FreeDOS boot loaders. This version has undergone bug fixes and updates and continues to be actively maintained as of October 2024.
Controversies
In October 2005, it was discovered that DR-DOS 8.1 incorporated utilities sourced from FreeDOS and other projects without adhering to GPL requirements—specifically failing to credit original authors or release source code. After complaints from FreeDOS contributors and demands for compliance with the GNU General Public License (GPL), DRDOS, Inc. removed versions 8.1 and 8.0 from their website.
Commands
Starting with DR-DOS 3.31, internal commands included APPEND, ASSIGN, BATCH, DBG, DELQ, ERA, ERAQ, MORE, and SUBST. The BATCH command was eliminated in DR-DOS 5.0 while HILOAD was introduced. With DR-DOS 6.0 came new internal commands such as GOSUB, IDLE, RETURN, and SWITCH; meanwhile ASSIGN and SUBST were converted into external commands. Although ECHOERR and PAUSEERR existed internally, they were generally disabled.
The MORE command remained internal through PalmDOS but became external in Novell DOS 7; DBG was removed by Novell DOS 7 or possibly earlier versions. Internal additions like LOADHIGH (LH) and TRUENAME appeared starting with update 8 and DR DOS 6.0 in 1993. APPEND was internal in DR-DOS 6.0 but transitioned to an external command with Novell DOS 7.
Internal commands
The following internal commands are supported by DR DOS 6.0:
- APPEND
- BREAK
- CD
- CHCP
- CHDIR
- CLS
- COPY
- CTTY
- DATE
- DBG
- DEL
- DELQ
- DIR
- ERA
- ERAQ
- ERASE
- EXIT
- HILOAD
- IDLE
- MD
- MKDIR
- MORE
- PATH
- PROMPT
- RD
- REN
- RENAME
- RMDIR
- SET
- TIME
- TYPE
- VER
- VERIFY
- VOL
Batch processing subcommands
The batch processing subcommands available in DR DOS 6.0 consist of the following:
External commands
The following external commands are supported by DR DOS 6.0:
- ASSIGN
- ATTRIB
- BACKUP
- CHKDSK
- COMMAND
- COMP
- CURSOR
- DELPURGE
- DELWATCH
- DISKCOMP
- DISKCOPY
- DISKMAP
- DISKOPT
- DOSBOOK
- EDITOR
- EXE2BIN
- FASTOPEN
- File Compare
- FDISK
- FILELINK
- FIND
- FORMAT
- GRAFTABL
- GRAPHICS
- JOIN
- KEYB
- LABEL
- LOCK
- MEM
- MEMMAX
- MODE
- MOVE
- NLSFUNC
- PASSWORD
- RECOVER
- RENDIR
- REPLACE
- RESTORE
- SCRIPT
- SETUP
- SHARE
- SID
- SORT
- SSTOR
- SUBST
- SUPERPCK
- SYS
- TASKMAX
- TOUCH
- TREE
- UNDELETE
- UNFORMAT
- UNINSTAL
- XCOPY
- XDEL
- XDIR
See also
- CP/M
- MP/M
- DOS Plus
- Multiuser DOS
- NetWare
- Comparison of DOS operating systems
- Timeline of DOS operating systems
- AARD code
- General Software Embedded BIOS
Further reading
- Digital Research, Inc. (1990). DR DOS 5.0 Retail box with lid. Digital Research, Inc.
- Digital Research, Inc. (May 1990). DR DOS 5.0 User Guide, 1st ed., 501 pages. Digital Research, Inc.
- Digital Research, Inc. (May 1990). ViewMAX User Guide, 1st ed., 88 pages. Digital Research, Inc.
- Digital Research, Inc. (August 1990). DR DOS 5.0 Release Notes, 11 pages. Digital Research, Inc.
- Digital Research, Inc. (August 1991). DR DOS 6.0 Software performance report. Digital Research, Inc.
- Digital Research, Inc. (August 1991). DR DOS 6.0 User Guide, 2nd ed., 698 pages. Digital Research, Inc.
- Digital Research, Inc. (August 1991). ViewMAX User Guide, 2nd ed., 106 pages. Digital Research, Inc.
- Novell Desktop Systems Group (January 7, 1993). DRTIPS.ZIP. Distributed by Digital Research / Novell.
External links
- Official website (archived snapshot from 2018)
- Enhanced DR-DOS/OpenDOS Project
- DR-DOS 7 online manual (archived)
- DR-DOS Wiki
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