08 commands

This document, "DECsystem-10 OPERATING SYSTEM COMMANDS" (DEC-10-MRDC-D), is a comprehensive reference manual for commands available in the DECsystem-10 operating system, specifically for the 5.05 monitor release (May 1971, revised June 1972).

The manual provides:

• An introduction to the DECsystem-10 operating system, covering jobs, monitor and user modes, command interpreters (monitor command language and batch), and command formats including file specifications and special command constructions.
• Detailed descriptions of system commands and programs, grouped by functional categories such as job initialization, facility allocation, file preparation and manipulation, program development (compile, load, execute, debug), job control, and system information. Each command entry typically includes its function, format, characteristics, and examples.
• A section on batch system commands, outlining batch components (Stacker, Queue Manager, Batch Controller, Spoolers), methods for submitting jobs (via cards or files), and specific control cards and file commands for batch processing.
• A listing of system diagnostic messages and error codes with explanations for users.
• Appendices containing supplementary reference material like standard filename extensions, card codes, temporary files, and additional information on SAVE and SSAVE commands.

The document is intended as a complete reference for users of the DECsystem-10 to understand and utilize its command repertoire for managing jobs, resources, files, and programs, and for interacting with the system. It supersedes older timesharing monitor manuals and is designed to complement other DECsystem-10 documentation.