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Guide to mainframe performance
Guide
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The future of mainframe systems and the x86 platform
X86 server virtualization is developing features similar to traditional mainframe systems, and while the two are drawing closer together, there are important differences. Special Report
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Mainframe technology in 2011 and beyond: A Q&A;
Two industry experts discuss technologies and advancements that affect mainframe systems today, along with the importance of symposiums in showcasing this mainframe technology. Q&A;
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Mainframe year in review 2010
The mainframe had a busy year in 2010: IBM rolled out its next-generation zEnterprise and Big Blue continued its legal scuffle with Neon Enterprise Software. Year in Review
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Top mainframe tips of the past year
This useful compilation of mainframe tips from the past 12 months approaches topics such as successful mainframe migration strategies and IBM z/OS 1.12 features. Fast Guide
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Share's Austin 2009 conference coverage
SearchDataCenter.com covers the Share mainframe user group's spring conference in Austin, Texas, straight from the show floor. Special Report
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SearchDataCenter.com Blogs
Blogs
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Mainframe year in review, 2007
From IBM's released upgrades to new specialty processors, we've culled our best mainframe content and created a roundup of 2007's big iron stories on SearchDataCenter.com. The Year in Review
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IBM's zEnterprise mainframe forecast: Cloudy with a chance of flash
Through improved processing speed and reduced costs, IBM's new zEnterprise mainframe hopes to turn hybrid cloud customers' heads. News | 29 Aug 2012
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IBM's big iron sales down but mainframes not on way out, say experts
Does IBM's recent drop in mainframe sales indicate big iron modernization tools are gaining traction? News | 01 May 2012
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IBM welcomes Windows to zEnterprise mainframe family
As promised, IBM will support Windows Server as part of its zEnterprise BladeCenter Extension, or zBX. News | 09 Nov 2011
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Mainframe shops hang on–for now
Connecting mainframe databases to the Web is nice, but mainframers want more. News | 19 Sep 2011
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IBM mainframe sees brisk sales: News in brief
Led by the IBM mainframe, server revenues showed healthy growth in the fourth quarter of 2010, according to IDC; and the Green Grid unveiled its Data Center Maturity Model. News | 07 Mar 2011
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IBM adds WebSphere to zBX repertoire: News in brief
IBM qualifies WebSphere for its zEnterprise caboose, AMD cranks the Opteron 6100 clock, and HP offers soup-to-nuts data center build-out services. News | 16 Feb 2011
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Mainframers not interested in zEnterprise blades?
According to a poll taken at the Gartner Data Center Conference, mainframe shops aren’t as interested in zEnterprise as IBM might hope, largely because of high software costs. News | 08 Dec 2010
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IBM phasing out ESCON channels on mainframes
IBM phases out ESCON channels on mainframes, which will eventually force shops to buy ESCON to FICON converters to support legacy devices. News | 14 Oct 2010
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Mainframers meet zEnterprise with wait-and-see approach
IBM's new big iron, zEnterprise, piqued some mainframe users' interest at Boston's Share conference on Monday, but not for managing distributed infrastructure. Article | 04 Aug 2010
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IBM zEnterprise mainframe embraces Unix and Linux
In a tacit nod to heterogeneity, IBM's new zEnterprise 196 can manage workloads running on IBM Unix and Linux blades. Article | 23 Jul 2010
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Mainframe monitoring tools get a new sibling with zEC12's zAware
Learn more about the IBM zEC12 mainframe's addition to the pantheon of mainframe monitoring tools. Here's a deeper look at zAware. Tip
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A deeper look inside the zEnterprise EC12's mainframe architecture
Upgrades to IBM's mainframe may prompt z196 customers to switch. Now that IBM's zEC12 is here, we take a look inside the new mainframe architecture. Tip
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Examining the IBM z114 mainframe
Lower cost and simpler configurations belie a versatile and efficient business-class machine in the IBM z114 mainframe. Tip
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Seven things you should know about mainframe systems
Vendors are continuing to invest in mainframe platforms, but should you do the same? Find out why mainframe systems still deserve some serious consideration. Tip
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Truths and reasoning behind mainframe modernization
Mainframe modernization offers a host of benefits, including cost savings and preserving investments in legacy applications, but is it the best strategy for your IT department? Tip
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Does the IBM zEnterprise 196 signal a new direction for the mainframe?
IBM has released its new mainframe, the zEnterprise 196, with more processing power, memory and power efficiencies, but the real news is in its support for Unix and Linux and the z Unified Resource Manager that would manage cross-platform workloads. Tip
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IBM's zPDT offers developers z/OS on the desktop
IBM's System z Personal Development Tool (zPDT) allows developers to emulate z/OS on their desktops, but could zPDT be more beneficial if it IBM made it available to a broader audience? Tip
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How to install Webmin and ease data center server management
In this introduction to Webmin, learn how the tool can make it easier to manage Unix and Linux servers in your data center. An expert describes how to install Webmin and get started with this free systems management tool. Tip
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Mainframe updates and predictions for 2010
In 2009, IBM's mainframe subsystems received facelifts and updates. In 2010, mainframers can expect some new hardware and specialty processors, according to Robert Crawford. Tip
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Does IBM's mainframe business constitute a monopoly?
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating IBM for antitrust violations to determine whether IBM's business practices constitute a monopoly. The reality, according to one expert, is that while IBM doesn't have a monopoly on business computing, i... Tip
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zAware
zAware is a mainframe monitor for IBM’s zEnterprise EC12 mainframe server. Definition
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sysplex and Parallel Sysplex
A sysplex is IBM's systems complex (the word sysplex comes from the first part of the word system and the last part of the word complex), introduced in 1990 as a platform for the MVS/ESA operating system for IBM mainframe servers. Definition
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supervisor call (SVC)
In computers, especially IBM mainframes, a supervisor call (SVC) is a processor instruction that directs the processor to pass control of the computer to the operating system's supervisor program. Definition
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field-replaceable unit (FRU)
In electronic hardware, particularly computer systems, a field-replaceable unit (FRU) is a circuit board or part that can be quickly and easily removed and replaced by the user or by a technician without having to send the entire product or system to... Definition
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workload
In computing, the workload is the amount of processing that the computer has been given to do at a given time. Definition
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Rexx
Rexx is an interpreted script language developed by IBM originally for use by personal users of large operating systems. Definition
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Austin high-schoolers bowled over by mainframe's scale
Attendees at the Share mainframe user group conference in Austin discuss early experiences with z/OS 1.10, which was released six months ago. Video
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zAware
zAware is a mainframe monitor for IBM’s zEnterprise EC12 mainframe server. Definition
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Mainframe monitoring tools get a new sibling with zEC12's zAware
Learn more about the IBM zEC12 mainframe's addition to the pantheon of mainframe monitoring tools. Here's a deeper look at zAware. Tip
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A deeper look inside the zEnterprise EC12's mainframe architecture
Upgrades to IBM's mainframe may prompt z196 customers to switch. Now that IBM's zEC12 is here, we take a look inside the new mainframe architecture. Tip
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IBM's zEnterprise mainframe forecast: Cloudy with a chance of flash
Through improved processing speed and reduced costs, IBM's new zEnterprise mainframe hopes to turn hybrid cloud customers' heads. News
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IBM's big iron sales down but mainframes not on way out, say experts
Does IBM's recent drop in mainframe sales indicate big iron modernization tools are gaining traction? News
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Guide to mainframe performance
Guide
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IBM welcomes Windows to zEnterprise mainframe family
As promised, IBM will support Windows Server as part of its zEnterprise BladeCenter Extension, or zBX. News
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Examining the IBM z114 mainframe
Lower cost and simpler configurations belie a versatile and efficient business-class machine in the IBM z114 mainframe. Tip
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Mainframe shops hang on–for now
Connecting mainframe databases to the Web is nice, but mainframers want more. News
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Seven things you should know about mainframe systems
Vendors are continuing to invest in mainframe platforms, but should you do the same? Find out why mainframe systems still deserve some serious consideration. Tip
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About Mainframe computer hardware
News and advice on mainframe computer hardware, including the IBM z9.