The ETOS Release Notes (1979) serves as an introductory guide for new and existing users of the ETOS software system. The document is structured into three main chapters:
- Chapter 1: Release Notes Overview - Provides an introduction and explains how the manual should be used by new and upgrading users.
- Chapter 2: QUODATA's Policies - Contains details regarding software license agreements, configuration guides, software performance reports, maintenance services, and warranty information. It includes standardized forms such as the Configuration Guide, Performance Report, and Maintenance Report.
- Chapter 3: Communication Between Users - Facilitates networking among users, including the creation of a user forum and listing user-developed software, such as U/W-FOCAL.
The appendix includes worksheets for recording system installation, configuration, and startup/shutdown procedures.