Re: Converting to Ascii

Kyle,

In a message dated 98-03-02 19:37:10 EST, you write:

> I have about 30 files to convert to Ascii.
>  They are all large files.
>  
>  All of them contain packed fields.
>  How can I get a packed field to convert to Ascii without
>  looking like crap?
>  Also,
>  Most of the fields are decimals, so
>  How can I get decimals to cross over with the field?

"It depends" upon the platform you are transferring to and the transport
mechanism used.  The best generic solution is to convert all of your fields to
zoned on the /400 prior to transfer.  _You_ choose the platform on which to
insert the decimal...

HTH,

Dean Asmussen
Enterprise Systems Consulting, Inc.
Fuquay-Varina, NC  USA
E-Mail:  DAsmussen@aol.com

"A study of economics usually reveals that the best time to buy anything was
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