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                                The Desktop


The 'Desktop' is a GEM application that is started after the operating
system is initialized and all '\AUTO' folder programs and desk accessories
are loaded. The desktop is responsible for providing basic file management
and program launching abilities to the user.

Normally, the desktop is contained in ROM, however under MultiTOS, the
desktop may be soft-loaded by placing the following command line inside
the 'GEM.CNF' file:

shell [new shell filename]

If the 'shell' command fails, the normal desktop is started.
If an installed shell program exits under MultiTOS, the OS will display
a single menu from which programs may be launched.


   ∙ MultiTOS Considerations
   ∙ Desktop Files