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From: Yonke@USC-ECL.ARPA.UUCP
Newsgroups: mod.computers.vax
Subject: file archiving systems ???
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Date: Mon, 23-Feb-87 23:12:46 EST
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Posted: Mon Feb 23 23:12:46 1987
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I apologize to start with -- I'm sure this has been discussed here
before, but I missed it.  Send replies to me or to the list, whichever
is most appropriate.

Our vax cluster is getting VERY full and we are in need of an archive
system.  In addition to normal VMS useage, we also use the cluster as a
fileserver for a variety of machines and this makes things worse.  Even
though we have massive disk cleanups, we are finally running out of
space.  Our users (many not sophisticated in VMS) would be willing to
move files "offline" but only if they are easily retrivable.  They are
familiar with the archive system on TOPS20 (and most like it very much).

Question:  What archive systems are there for VMS -- either public domain
or commercial?  Are there any that resemble TOPS20?  This lack seems
like a major flaw in VMS -- is DEC planning on fixing it (i.e. should I
just wait for release x.y)?

Could you send a small description of how files get moved offline
(automatic or request); how do you request a retrival; does the system
keep track of where files are or does the user; and anything else that
is important?

Thanks,
Martin
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