Batch

This document describes the OS/78 BATCH processing system, designed for handling lengthy or after-hour jobs consisting of fixed command sequences without operator intervention.

Key features include: * Input Files: BATCH uses a series of commands contained in a file (default extension .BI) that are processed sequentially. * Output and Logging: It supports output to line printers and the terminal, along with comprehensive logging of actions taken. * Spooling: The system provides optional spooling, allowing output to be diverted to a file-structured device for later transfer, which increases system throughput. * Command Set: BATCH recognizes monitor-level commands such as $JOB, $MSG, $END, and comment lines (starting with /). * Execution: Jobs are initiated via the SUBMIT command. It describes run-time options like /E (non-fatal monitor errors), /Q (abbreviated log), and /T (terminal output).