Command Lists and Command Processors

To perform complex actions when you issue a single command, use command lists and command processors to create automation procedures.

Command lists are sets of commands and special instructions written in either REXX or the NetView® command list language. Command lists written in the NetView command list language are interpreted, and command lists written in REXX can be either interpreted or compiled. Command processors are modules written in assembler, PL/I, or C. Command processors (written in PL/I or C) and command lists are also known collectively as command procedures. You can issue a command list or command processor as if it were a NetView program command.

Those who can use command lists and command processors to simplify the job of the operator and to assist in automation are:

• Operators
• The automation table
• Timer commands
• The EXCMD command
• Other command lists
• Other command processors

You can also designate initial command lists to be processed during NetView program initialization and OST initialization. These are functions that can be done by command lists and command processors:

• Use a single command to replace a series of queries, replies, and commands normally issued by an operator.
• Issue different replies based on input criteria.
• Ensure consistency among operator responses for lengthy or complex functions.
• Run under an autotask.