MFS output formatting for the SLU P system

MFS can be used to format pages, produce standard headings and footings, and provide forms control. Without MFS, the message processing program (MPP) or the controller application program must provide these functions.

Using MFS can also provide MPP device independence and allow SLU P components to be used for low-volume applications invoked from any of several terminal types. This device independence allows the controller application program to concentrate on high-volume applications, reducing its complexity and maintenance work.

The availability of MFS to a workstation is defined on a station-by-station basis by the system administrator during IMS system definition or ETO logon descriptor definition.