NetMail/3000 Menu Interface Users Guide

NetMail/3000 Menu Interface

Users Guide

prompts in your batch job.From the previous example, we’ll go through the sample job line by line.

1)!JOB user.acct1

2)!RUN NETMAIL.SYS.THREEK;INFO=”SEND” 3)

4)ADD

5)This is a sample message which came from a batch 6)job! enjoy.

7)//

8)E

10)Message subject...

11)MANAGER

12)//

13)!EOJ

Line 2 actually runs the NetMail/3000 user agent. The INFO string provided here tells NetMail/3000 to send a message, then terminate. Commands aren’t case sensitive, and any param- eters legal to provide on the same command line are allowed.

Line 3 is where NetMail/3000 prompts for the name of the file to send. You could just as easily have provided a filename here that already existed and have that sent as a message (it must be ascii text though). In this example we want to compose a message in the job stream so we’ll leave a blank line (just like hitting RETURN to the filename prompt). If the file was provided, the following lines (the editor commands) would not be appropriate, and the dialogue would skip directly to the prompt asking for a file to attach.

Lines 4 through 8 are editor commands and text being supplied to generate the text of the message. The “E” ends the editor, and in batch mode, there is no “OK TO PURGE OLD...” prompt, so no “YES” is required.

Line 9 is the prompt for a file to include. This prompt continues asking for filenames until a blank line (or carriage return with no data if interactive) is entered. In this example we’re not attaching any files to the message, though any valid MPE filename could be entered here if desired.

Line 10 is the response to the prompt for the subject of the message. This is a one-line response of up to 80 characters and can be anything you choose.

Line 11 is the response to “To:”, asking for a message recipient. Recipients are entered just as they would be interactively. One response per line, and the program will continue prompting for recipients until a blank line is entered, or a “//” or “////”. If a blank line is entered, the program goes on to prompt for carbon copy (cc) recipients until a blank line, “//”, or “////” are entered. Likewise after the cc recipients are entered, the program will begin prompting for blind carbon copy (bcc) recipients. When all the bcc recipients have been entered, the program will then termi-

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NetMail/3000 specifications

HP NetMail/3000 was a pioneering messaging system designed primarily for the Hewlett-Packard 3000 series of computers. This innovative email system became popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s, providing users with a robust platform for electronic communication, data sharing, and collaboration within organizations.

One of the key features of HP NetMail/3000 was its user-friendly interface, which allowed even less technical users to navigate and utilize its capabilities effectively. The system supported a wide array of email functionalities, including sending and receiving messages, creating distribution lists, and managing folders. Users could also attach files effortlessly, making it easy to share documents and other resources.

Underlying the HP NetMail/3000 system was a set of advanced technologies that enabled its robust performance. Built on the MPE/iX operating system, it leveraged the strengths of HP’s proprietary architecture. The system utilized a client-server model, allowing multiple users to access their emails simultaneously without degradation in performance. This architecture also facilitated easier management of the mail server, as system administrators could perform tasks such as backups and upgrades without disrupting user access.

Another remarkable characteristic of HP NetMail/3000 was its integration capabilities with other applications. The messaging system could seamlessly connect with various data management systems, enabling users to pull in data and automate workflows. This integration made it possible to create dynamic email notifications based on database events and streamline business processes.

Security was also a focal point for HP NetMail/3000. The system supported user authentication, ensuring that only authorized personnel could access sensitive information. Furthermore, messages could be encrypted, protecting the privacy of the communications exchanged over the network.

In terms of storage, HP NetMail/3000 offered significant capabilities to manage large volumes of email data. Users could organize their messages efficiently, archiving important communications while maintaining quick access to frequently used emails.

Despite its eventual decline with the rise of more modern email platforms, HP NetMail/3000 was a crucial stepping stone in the evolution of electronic mail systems. Its features, performance, and integration capabilities helped lay the groundwork for the sophisticated communication tools we use today. The legacy of HP NetMail/3000 endures as an important chapter in the history of digital communication.