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Syntax Conventions

The following syntax conventions are used throughout this chapter:

Braces {A | B}

Braces represent a set of multiple parameter values, one of which must be selected.

Brackets [A] [B]

Brackets represent optional parameters that may be selected or ignored.

Single bar A | B

A single bar is used to separate multiple values for the same parameter.

Underlining A|B|C

Underlines are used to indicate the default value of a parameter.

Italics nn

Italics text represents a variable, for example BESn where n is a number.

Uppercase

AAaaa Uppercase characters indicate abbreviations or the minimum number of characters that must be entered to identify the parameter or value.