Data Management Operations and ILE RPG I/O Operations

Table 17.

Data Management Operations and the Corresponding RPG I/O Operation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Data Management

Operation

ILE RPG

I/O

Operation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPEN

 

OPEN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

READ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By relative

READ,

CHAIN

 

 

 

 

 

record number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By key

 

READ, READE, CHAIN, primary and

 

 

 

 

secondary

file

 

 

 

Sequential

READ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Previous

 

READP,

READPE

 

 

 

 

Next

 

READ,

READE

 

 

 

 

 

Invited Device

READ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WRITE-READ

 

EXFMT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WRITE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By relative

WRITE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

record number

WRITE, EXCEPT, primary and secondary file

 

By key

 

WRITE,

EXCEPT

 

 

 

 

Sequential

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FEOD

 

FEOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UPDATE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By relative

UPDATE, primary and secondary file

 

record number

UPDATE,

primary

and

secondary

file

 

By key

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DELETE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By relative

DELETE, primary and secondary file

 

record number

DELETE,

primary

and

secondary

file

 

By key

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACQUIRE

 

ACQ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RELEASE

 

REL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMMIT

 

COMMIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ROLLBACK

 

ROLBK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLOSE

 

CLOSE,

LR

RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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.