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Q: Explain DD PATH statement?

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PATH specifies Unix/USS file. PATH='/u/user/file'. Used instead of DSN. PATHDISP for disposition. PATHOPTS for options. PATHMODE for permissions. Integrates USS files into batch JCL.
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Q: What is PATHDISP parameter?

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PATHDISP=(normal,abnormal) for USS files. Options: KEEP, DELETE. PATHDISP=(KEEP,DELETE). Used with PATH parameter. Similar to DISP for MVS datasets. Controls USS file retention.