OpenVMS History, Facts, Etc.
OpenVMS for the Beginner
– OpenVMS FAQ – OpenVMS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). It contains answers to frequently asked questions about HP’s OpenVMS operating system and the computer platforms on which it runs.
– OpenVMS Hobbyist Page (DFWUG)
This is where you need to go to get your hobbyist license and find out all the information you need to get started.
– OpenVMS Beginners FAQ
A little dated, David Mathog’s OpenVMS Beginners FAQ is a nice place to get started on learning about OpenVMS.
Hobbyist:
– OpenVMS Hobbyist License Registration
– The OpenVMS Hobbyist FAQ
– Hobbyist License Terms and Conditions
– The OpenVMS Hobbyist Guide – The Alpha Kit (.pdf)
– The OpenVMS Hobbyist Guide – The VAX Kit (.pdf)
Educational:
– OpenVMS Educational License Program
– Campuswide Software License Grant (CSLG)
Books:
– Getting Started With OpenVMS: A Guide for New Users
– OpenVMS System Management Guide, 2nd
Newsgroups:
– comp.os.vms – let them know you’re a beginner and they will jump to help