BROADCAST Command

This command flashes a message on the screens of all the users who have logged in. The message can be up to 60 characters and appears on line 25 of the screen. Thus, the command

BROADCAST There is a fire in the office. Head for fire exit.

should have the desired result. Note that the message need not be in quotes. The BROADCAST command can only be used from the server prompt and not from a workstation.

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