Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: For using a plurality of files contained in one logical device with a plurality of processing systems, sharing of a data storage unit among the plurality of processing systems is realized without need for a host processing system to check use states of the files in a server storage unit. Information concerning extent (extent range) of an input/output processing request issued by a host processor is stored in a control memory incorporated in a control unit for allowing the control unit to make decision as to overlap of the extents of the input/output processings to thereby effectuate exclusive control on an extent-by-extent basis.

Abstract: The present invention provides thifluzamide which has changed its crystalline form, its preparation method, and a pesticide composition containing thifluzamide as its effective ingredient. The rate of dissolution of the thifluzamide obtained is high and the pesticide compounds containing it has improved efficacy.

Abstract: The disclosed invention is thifluzamide with an altered crystalline form, prepared by heat-melting and then cooling, and agricultural chemical compositions comprising such a thifluzamide as its effective ingredient.

Abstract: The disclosed invention provides agricultural chemical compositions containing active carbon-treated thifluzamide as an effective ingredient. Such compositions provide increased release of thifluzamide into water.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for preparing a 4-alkylsulfonyl-2-chloro-m-xylene useful as an intermediate for agricultural chemicals.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for preparing a 4-alkylsulfonyl-2-chloro-m-xylene useful as an intermediate for agricultural chemicals, and an intermediate for the production thereof. The method of the present invention is to produce (E) from (C) by way of novel intermediates (D-1) and (D-2).

Abstract: A pyrazole derivative having the formula ##STR1## is disclosed; the groups A, B, Q, V, W, X, Y, and Z are defined in the description.

Abstract: A substituted benzoyl derivative having the formula: ##STR1## wherein X.sub.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.5 alkoxyalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkoxy, cyano, nitro or halogen; X.sub.2 is --L--OR.sub.1 (wherein L is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylene or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylidene, and R.sub.1 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkenyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkynyl), --L--O--L--OR.sub.1 (wherein L and R.sub.1 are as defined above), --L--S(O).sub.n --R.sub.2 (wherein L is as defined above, R.sub.2 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkenyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkynyl, and n is an integer of 0, 1 or 2), --L--O--COR.sub.2 (wherein L and R.sub.2 are as defined above), --L--NR.sub.1 R.sub.3 (wherein L and R.sub.1 are as defined above, and R.sub.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl), --COOR.sub.1 (wherein R.sub.1 is as defined above) or --COO--L--O--R.sub.1 (wherein L and R.sub.1 are as defined above), provided that when X.sub.

Abstract: A process for producing a 4-benzoyl-5-hydroxylpyrazole of the formula III: ##STR1## which comprises reacting carbon monoxide and a 5-hydroxypyrazole of the formula II: ##STR2## with a substituted benzene of the formula I: ##STR3## in the presence of a base and a catalyst of Group VIII of the Periodic Table.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is a member selected from the group consisting of lower alkyls having from 2 to 4 carbon atoms; and chlorine and bromine. The compounds are useful as active ingredients in, e.g., insecticidal, acaricidal, nematicidal, fungicidal and expellant compositions.

Abstract: A process for producing a 4-benzoyl-5-hydroxylpyrazole of the formula III: ##STR1## which comprises reacting carbon monoxide and a 5-hydroxypyrazole of the formula II: ##STR2## to a substituted benzene of the formula I: ##STR3## wherein X is a bromine atom, an iodine atom or a diazonium tetrafluoroboron salt group, in the presence of a base and a catalyst of Group VIII of the Periodic Table.

Abstract: A process for producing a 4-benzoyl-5-hydroxylpyrazole of the formula III: ##STR1## which comprises reacting carbon monoxide and a 5-hydroxypyrazole of the formula II: ##STR2## with a substituted benzene of the formula I: ##STR3## in the presence of a base and a catalyst of Group VIII of the Periodic Table.