Side scroll in games?

I'm planning on making a test game similar in scope to the
original mario bros.
what I'm wondering is what type of code you would use to
implement a side scroll? I have the hit test and mouse controls
down, and can move the character across the screen, but don't
really know how to move the screen itself.
Thanks!

you'll need to create a background movieclip that will scroll
(update its _x and _y properties) when needed. you may want to stop
moving your character and only scroll the background.

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i am desperate and need help so i would REALLY
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