Ÿ

Manage page segments, including print support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Convert overlays and page segments to file format for use with clie

 

workstation

applications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Print

Format

Utility:

Provides

an interactive

method

for

creating AFP

 

printing

applications

directly

from

AS/400

database files. The Print Format Utility

to

Query

for

 

AS/400,

but

the

Print

Format

 

Utility

is

designed

for

cre

output,

not

reports. With

the

Print

Format

Utility,

complex

document

appli

that combine database-driven variable

data

with

overlays,

image,

bar c

and

other document elements can be produced. Print Format Utility functi

include:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

All of

the

 

text,

box,

line,

bar

code,

graphics, and

image

functions

 

the

Overlay

Utility

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Ability to design a record

layout

and

page

layout

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Select records from a database file

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Place

 

database

fields

anywhere in the record layout

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Place variable page segments (images) and graphics in the record la

Ÿ

Replicate

the

record

layout across and down the page

 

 

 

Ÿ

Select overlays to be added to each page

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Specify

control

breaks

for

selected

fields

in

the

database

file

 

The

AFP Utilities for AS/400 provide you

the

above

AFP*

functions

 

on

the

 

system

interactively. You

can perform your task by selecting options or

 

choices

 

on

the menu

display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This chapter describes the following:

Ÿ What you can do with AFP Utilities for AS/400

Ÿ Functions of AFP Utilities for AS/400

ŸRequirements for use of AFP Utilities for AS/400

What You Can Do

with

AFP

Utilities for

AS/400

 

 

 

 

AFP

Utilities

for

AS/400 enable you to

print

a document

such

as a busi

only one step. In conventional printing,

you

must load letterhead paper i

printer,

print the

letter

texts, and

then

manually sign

the

letter.

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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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