Managing Files

This section provides an overview of managing files on the mvBase system and covers the following topics:

Overview of File Management Commands

Understanding commands associated with file management tasks.

File Synonyms

Creating Q-pointers to reference files in other accounts.

File Security

Establishing file security procedures.

File Maintenance

Performing routine file maintenance to ensure retrieval efficiency.

Backup and Restoration

Understanding backup and restoration procedures.

See Also

Guide to mvBase Files and Accounts Overview

Syntax Notations

Using the Terminal Control Language

Creating a Database

mvBase Database Architecture

Creating and Deleting Accounts

Managing Accounts

Backing Up Files

Restoring Files and Accounts

Using the BTREE File Structure System

Using the SYSPROG Account and Commands

Using User Accounts and Commands