HP OpenVMS Version 8.2 New Features

This document, for HP OpenVMS Version 8.2, outlines new features and improvements for general users, system managers, and programmers. It covers:

• New Features: Detailed information on general user features, system management enhancements (including Host-Based Minimerge), and programming features such as C Run-Time Library enhancements and OpenVMS I64 support.
• Documentation: An overview of the documentation set, including printed, online, and archived manuals.
• Technical Differences: Highlights key differences between the Alpha and I64 platforms, such as console environments, licensing changes, and calling standards.
• System Management: Features like the I64 Boot Manager, Performance Data Collector, and extensive volume shadowing enhancements.
• Linker: Updates for I64 linking, including new qualifiers and options.