DECnet/OSI for OpenVMS

These release notes provide essential information for the installation and operation of DECnet/OSI Version 7.0 on OpenVMS Alpha and VAX systems. Key topics include:

• New Features: Support for 64-bit virtual addresses on Alpha, enhanced DECNET_REGISTER functionality, and routing performance improvements via reverse path caching.
• Installation & Migration: Guidance on upgrading from previous versions (e.g., v5.7) and migration from DECnet Phase IV to Phase V.
• Network Management: Known issues and workarounds for various components, including NET$SHUTDOWN, OSI Transport, and DECdns.
• Configuration: Important notes on configuring various network services, directory services, and time services (DECdts).
• Programming & API: Updates to the CMISE and FTAM APIs, including new PDU encoding support and structure changes for better addressing capabilities.