Update to Decus Pdp-8, Focal8, Basic8, Pdp-12 Catalog Volume II

This document serves as an update to the DECUS (Digital Equipment Computer Users Society) software catalog, specifically Volume II. It outlines general information for ordering software, including payment methods (cash, DECUS coupons, or purchase orders), service charges for reproduction and postage, and procedures for requesting write-ups and various tape formats (paper tape, DECtape, and magtape).

The document provides extensive categorized indices of available programs for the following systems:

• PDP-8, OS/8, and PS/8: Organized by categories such as Programming Systems, Text Editing, Debugging, Binary Loading, Numerical Functions, Utilities, Display, Data Management, Scientific/Engineering Applications, Hardware Control, and Games.
• FOCAL8: A numerical index of available FOCAL-8 programs.
• BASIC8: A category index for BASIC programs spanning Mathematics, Plotting, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science, Business/Social Studies, Computer Science, and Games.
• PDP-12: A comprehensive category index for programs compatible with the PDP-12 system.

Additionally, the document includes detailed service charge tables that break down costs for documentation (write-ups), paper tapes, and listings, as well as specific technical descriptions for a selection of software programs (such as 8-737A through 8-766 and 12-180 through 12-190).