Chapter 9. Starting and Ending the Print Format Utility

This chapter provides additional information for starting and ending th Utility.

Starting the Print Format Utility

You

can

start the Print

Format Utility by typing either of the foll

the

AS/400

command line and

pressing Enter.

1.STRAFPU (Start IBM Advanced Function Printing Utilities for AS/400)

2.STRPFU (Start Print Format Utility)

If you start STRAFPUby typing, the following menu appears:

 

 

 

 

à

ð

 

AFPU

IBM Advanced Function Printing Utilities for AS/4ðð

Select one of the following:

Overlay Utility

1.Work with source overlays

2.Work with source overlay files

Print Format Utility

11.Work with PFD definitions

12.Work with PFD definition files

13.Print database file member

14.Print AFP Utilities tutorial

Resource Management Utility

21.Convert to page segment

22.Work with overlays

23.Work with page segments

Selection or command

===>

 

F3=Exit

F4=Prompt

F9=Retrieve

F12=Cancel

F16=System main menu

 

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ñ

á

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can start the following four Print Format Utility functions from th

Option

Function

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

Work

with

PFD

definitions

 

 

 

 

 

12

Work

with

PFD

definition

files

 

 

 

13

Print

database

file member

 

 

 

 

14

Print

AFP Utilities

tutorial

 

 

 

 

The

following

describe

 

the

options

available on

the

above menu. To

se

the

following,

type the

number

of

the option

on the

command line,

and

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AS/400 specifications

The IBM AS/400, now known as the IBM iSeries, is a midrange computer system that has been a cornerstone of enterprise computing since its introduction in 1988. Designed to provide a robust platform for business applications, the AS/400 is celebrated for its reliability, scalability, and integrated database capabilities.

One of the key features of the AS/400 is its Integrated Operating Environment, which blends hardware and software resources seamlessly. This integration allows businesses to execute diverse workloads, ranging from traditional applications to modern web-based services, all on a single platform. The operating system, OS/400 (now IBM i), offers a rich set of APIs and tools for developers, simplifying application development and management.

Another standout characteristic of the AS/400 is its built-in database, DB2 for i. This powerful relational database management system allows for efficient data handling and provides advanced features such as support for SQL, XML, and JSON, making it easier for businesses to manage their data and integrate it with other systems. The database's tight integration with the operating system enables high performance and security.

In terms of scalability, the AS/400 can accommodate small businesses as well as large enterprises, with the ability to support hundreds of users simultaneously. Its architecture allows for easy upgrades in hardware, meaning that organizations can scale their systems without replacing the entire infrastructure.

Security is another critical attribute of the AS/400. With a sophisticated security model, it offers built-in user authentication, access control, encryption, and auditing capabilities to protect data and applications from unauthorized access.

The AS/400 also supports multiple programming languages, including RPG, COBOL, Java, and PHP, giving organizations the flexibility to choose the development tools that best fit their needs. This diversity helps maintain legacy applications while also developing new ones that leverage modern technologies.

Moreover, the platform supports both traditional green-screen interfaces and modern graphical user interfaces, allowing organizations to transition smoothly into contemporary user experience paradigms.

Overall, the IBM AS/400 stands out as a resilient, flexible, and secure computing platform that enables organizations to effectively manage their business operations, streamline processes, and adapt to changing market demands. Its unique combination of integrated features and capabilities ensures that it remains relevant in today's fast-paced technology landscape.
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