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Using the TERMINAL Keyword

The TERMINAL keyword is used to define terminals to the system and to establish access authorizations. If a generic prefix is used, its length must be between one to eight characters. For example, to assign ownership of VTAM terminal L1032209 to the accounting department, enter this TSS command:

TSS ADD(ACTDEPT)  TERM(L103)

For examples of how to define the various types of terminals refer to Command Functions Guide.

Once defined to CA Top Secret, access to terminals can be specifically restricted. For example, the following authorizes USER01 to use L103 terminals in the morning.

TSS PER(USER01)  TERM(L103)  TIMES(07,12)

To give everyone this kind of authority enter:

TSS PER(ALL)  TERM(L103)  TIMES(07,12)

To allow a user to access all protected terminals enter:

TSS PER(acid)  TERM(*ALL*)

Remember that TERM(*ALL*) must have previously been assigned to the MSCA:

TSS ADD(MSCA)  TERM(*ALL*)