Interactive Query Language

This user's guide provides a detailed explanation of the Interactive Query Language (IQL) Release 3.0, a data management system for TOPS-10 and TOPS-20 systems. It covers the following key areas:

• Functions of IQL: Overview of data management capabilities, command levels, and file structures.
• Running IQL: Instructions on entering IQL, using assistance commands, creating/editing queries, managing data files, and using dictionaries.
• Creating/Editing a Query: Detailed documentation on query statements and formatting options.
• Creating/Editing Data Files: Procedures for using input, update, and browse modes.
• Creating/Editing Dictionaries: Instructions on defining data structures, protection, and schema mappings.
• Batch Processing: Guidance on running IQL in batch environments using control files.

The manual also includes a glossary of standard symbols and terms, as well as appendices providing error messages and additional reference information.