Using the Terminal Control Language

The Terminal Control Language (TCL) processor is an interactive command processor that monitors activity on a user’s terminal. When a user logs on, he communicates with the system using the Terminal Control Language. This section covers the user’s interactive environment, including the following topics:

Overview of TCL User Commands

Describes the TCL command types, functions, formats and options.

Using the TCL Stacker

Explains the function and use of the TCL stacker, which maintains a stack of previously used TCL commands.

Logging On and Off

Describes user access to and administrative control over the TCL processor.

Setting Line and Process Characteristics

Describes how to define communications line settings that allow a user’s terminal to communicate properly with the system.

TCL Stacker Command Reference

TCL Stacker commands allow users to retrieve, modify, and re-execute TCL statements. This section lists and describes all TCL Stacker command.

 

NOTE

See alternate sections of the mvBase documentation set for further information about specific accounts, commands, messages and other topics mentioned in this section.

See Also

Guide to mvBase Files and Accounts Overview

Syntax Notations

Creating a Database

mvBase Database Architecture

Managing Files

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