DEC OSF/1 Release Notes

This document provides critical release notes for DEC OSF/1 Version 3.0. It covers key information, including:

• New and Changed Features: Details on Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP), kernel binary changes, security enhancements, performance monitoring, loadable device drivers, and new terminal and printer support.
• Installation Notes: Guidelines for full and update installations, Remote Installation Services (RIS), Dataless Management Services (DMS), and specific disk space requirements.
• Processor-Specific Notes: Important configuration and compatibility information for various DEC processors (DEC 2000, 3000, 4000, 7000, 10000, and Digital 2100 Server).
• Base System Software Notes: Known issues and workarounds for system commands, utilities, file systems, and the programming environment.
• Documentation Notes: Corrections and additions to the DEC OSF/1 documentation set.
• Retirement Information: A list of features and interfaces scheduled for removal in future releases to aid in migration planning.