Work with PFD Definition Fonts

For the work with fonts operations, see Chapter 14, “Work with Fonts” on page 289.

Specify Database File

 

 

 

 

à

ð

 

 

Specify Database File

 

 

Type choices, press Enter.

Database file

 

 

 

. . . . . . . . . . .Library

 

QGPL

 

. . . . . . . . .Record format

\FIRST

 

Name, F4 for list Name, \LIBL, \CURLIB Name, \FIRST, F4 for list

 

F3=Exit

F4=Prompt

F5=Refresh

 

F12=Cancel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

á

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ñ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On

this

display,

specify

the name of the database

file

to

be

print

the

library

that

 

contains

the

database

file. If

the file has

more

format,

you

must

also

specify

the

record

format

to

be

used.

 

The

following

table

explains

each

field

 

of

the

Specify

Database

File

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Field

Name

 

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Database

file

 

 

Specifies

the name of the database file to be printed.

 

 

 

 

 

database file names in the library.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Library

 

 

 

Specifies the library name which contains the database file

 

 

 

 

 

printed. *CURLIB or *LIBL can also be specified for library.

Record format

 

Specifies

the record format name in

the

database

file to

 

 

 

 

 

*FIRST

can

also

be

specified. When

the

Enter

key

is

pressed,

 

 

 

 

 

is

replaced

by

the

actual

name

of

the

format. Use

F4

to list

 

 

 

 

 

format

names.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If

it

is

not

necessary

to

list

the

database

file

nor

record

format

and

press

the

Enter

key. The

 

display for

another

action

appears.

 

To

list

record

formats,

move

the Recordcursor

ftormattheprompt, press

the

F4

 

key, and

go

to

 

the

“Design

Record

Layout”

on

page 158.

 

 

 

 

 

To

list

database

files,

move

 

the Databasecursor topromptfilethe

and

press

 

the

 

F4

key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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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