which utility is used a dummy utility?



which utility is used a dummy utility?..

Answer / Gautam Singh

The `DUMP` utility in JCL is commonly referred to as a 'dummy' utility because it serves no functional purpose when executed. It can be included in a job stream for testing purposes or to fill in gaps between other utilities.

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