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sequential processing after random retrival

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It's rarely used. It means one program uses both sequential
and random processing for a VSAM KSDS file.

What is the biggest disadvantage of using a vsam dataset?

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is it slower if you access a record through alternative index as compared to primary index?

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What is a CI, control interval?

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1. delete is not possible in esds. why? 2. i have 10 records in a esds file and i want to delete only 1st record ..then what i have to do?.. it will not affect any sequence of the RBA. 3. why open extend is not possible in rrds vsam file?

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What is a cluster?

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Define free space?

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how to see the last records in vsam dataset??

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what how do you initialize a vsam file before any operation? A vsam with alternate index?

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Is CA(Control Area) is part of CI(Control Interval)

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what is the meaning of dynamic processing in vsam?

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Describe SHAREOPTIONS parameter (SHR) in Define Cluster command.?

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Create syntax for a VSAM file ?

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