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75'7 setting up definition files for codes. This allows easy modification without re- programming if new items are needed or changes in terminology are required. These definition files are used for on -line verification of data, to translate codes to text on reports and inquiries, and for generation of "help" screens. Because an agency may define its codes in any manner, a report definition capability is provided. This allows each agency to tailor management, statistical, crime analysis, UCR, NFIRS and EMS reports to meet specific coding requirements. In multi jurisdictional installations, the system allows agencies to share codes, if appropriate, so that duplicate entry is not required. If each agency wishes to utilize unique codes, it is permitted within the software. Message Handling - The software allows for the transfer of messages between users on the terminals. In the dispatch area, any messages which are received are displayed on the secondary screen, rather than on the primary working screen. If mobile data terminals or hand held terminals are used, they may be utilized to send and receive messages from any terminal. These messages can either be reviewed and purged or logged permanently. When inquiry results are returned from the State or NCIC, they are automatically routed to the appropriate user and dispatchers may also merge them into the case file, if desired. The communications capabilities provide for the routing of inquiries to multiple host processors. A single entry of data may be formatted automatically by the system to meet the needs of these different hosts (e.g. state and county computers) without the user having to re -key or re- format the data. Hardware - ALR created the software system utilizing the powerful relational data base of the IBM AS /400. The AS /400 provides the best cost effectiveness in the industry. New RISC processors make the AS /400 one of the most powerful platforms available, while providing an 'open' approach to inter - connectivity. Several front -end communications controllers are available. All operate using the same functionality. These include the IBM AS /400, RS /6000 and 486/Pentium PC's.. These processors allow the user to more efficiently access outside data bases and to integrate directly - with other devices. All modules are designed to interact with all other modules of the system. The modules which are part of the software are the following: Computer Aided Dispatch CAD Statistics Module (If CAD purchased without a Records Management System) Law Enforcement Records Management System Juvenile Records Management System Fire/EMS Records Management System Name Consolidation Module Records Purge Module 5