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# Simulating DATA, READ, and RESTORE Statements

Most versions of BASIC have DATA, READ, and RESTORE statements. If these statements can be simulated for the Timex/Sinclair 1000/ZX81, one has a powerful addition to Sinclair BASIC. The simulated DATA, READ, and RESTORE statements make it possible to translate many programs into Sinclair BASIC without making major changes in the program.