The MODEL 204 database management system can now be accessed on the web using the web-based Secure Internet-LinKed (SILK) Web technology. With SILK Web users can issue MODEL 204 commands, execute existing MODEL 204 programs and APSY subsystems, and create ad hoc queries.

To access MODEL 204 on the NIH Computer Center’s MVS North system, users must have a valid North system TSO ID and password, as well as a MODEL 204 ID and password. From the North system’s webpage at http://silkad.nih.gov, select the link for MODEL 204 and follow the menu driven screens.

Among the MODEL 204 commands that can be issued from a Web browser are

APSY subsystems such as BUMPME (remove an active user from the online system) can also be used.

Users can invoke stored or ad hoc MODEL 204 procedures that will return one line reports, full screen formatted reports, or print all information (PAI) unformatted reports. Output can be printed on a local or remote printer, or simply viewed from the user’s web browser.

Security Features

RACF on the North system protects data from unauthorized access. In addition, MODEL 204 has security features that include individual logon accounts and passwords, as well as file passwords for accessing secure files or groups of files.

For more information concerning SILK Web technology on the North system call TASC at (301) 594-3278.