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Re: UDFS File System on iSeries for IFS Storage

Hello All,

I have a question on the UDFS (User Defined File System) for the AS/400 
and iSeries.

Why would I want to use a UDFS as opposed to putting PC files directly 
into IFS directories ?

Does it speed up file backup by putting PC files into a simulated disk ASP 
and then treating the UDFS object as a single object just like the 
Integrated PC Server (FSIOP/IPCS/IXS or whatever it's called today) would. 
It's a nice concept, but I need some confirmation on what the advantages 
are. 

The iSeries documentation on the UDFS and where it's best used are very 
sketchy.

>From my initial testing it seems more cumbersome because you have to 
create the UDFS and make sure it's mounted before use. 

Any input would be appreciated.

Regards,
Richard Schoen
RJS Software Systems Inc.
"The AS/400 and iSeries Report and Data Delivery Experts"
Email: richard@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Web Site: http://www.rjssoftware.com

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