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From: Bob_BobR_Retelle@cup.portal.com
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Subject: Re: New Atari Developers Package
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Date: 13 Dec 89 06:12:35 GMT
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Steve Rehrauer asks:
 
>I suppose I should wait for the response, but: I'd also like to know if
>registering as a developer is an all-or-nothing package?
 
Right now, Atari is in the middle of completely restructuring their developer
support.  It looks as if there will be a two-tiered structure, with professio
developers receiving one level of support including tech support, hardware
discounts, access to dealer and customer databases and software, and a second
level for "shareware" developers who for a lower fee will receive a lower
level of support.
 
To get the most accurate information, and to receive an application for
developer status, call Charles Cherry at Atari Corp.
 
Note: this is a VERY positive development (no pun intended.. :)  in the Atari
world.  If Atari comes through this time on what they're trying to do, it
could mean a real change in Atari/developer relations...
 
BobR