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And So Begins the Next Mainframe Saga - Bits Blog - NYTimes.com "What’s more important for the industry at large is that Cisco’s product is in essence a mainframe built mostly out of standard hardware. Cisco has crafted a tight package that’s chockfull of software in the hopes of keeping the profit margins on the product high. . Hewlett-Packard has been moving in a similar direction for years. Customers who want the most out of H.P.’s blade servers, for example, must commit to its chassis, which is not industry standard, and purchase technology like Virtual Connect, which creates virtual ties among servers, storage systems and networking components. . (As I hear it, it’s Virtual Connect that really upset Cisco, since it cut down the" [1] Quoted from bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/02/17/and... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:22 GMT] [688 characters, 112 words] [score: 150]	Microsoft’s Mainframe Obsession - Bits Blog - NYTimes.com "Updated: 5:08 pm --> Microsoft s Mainframe Obsession By Ashlee Vance . Microsoft’s name popped up on a few occasions in my article published Monday about I.B.M.’s moves over the last couple of years to keep tight control over the mainframe computer market. As it turns out, Microsoft paid for a study about servers that can emulate mainframes, financed two mainframe emulation companies suing I.B.M on antitrust grounds and sponsored a trade group critical of I.B.M.’s decision to buy its most significant competitor in the mainframe market. . In the past, Microsoft has also enjoyed a cozy relationship with the" [2] Quoted from bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/03/23/mic... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 16:47:16 -0400] [620 characters, 100 words] [score: 403]	Yes, We're Talking Mainframes - Analytics - InformationWeek "--> Topics: Analytics Yes, We're Talking Mainframes . Sure, much of our audience is thinking "Seriously dude? You're bumming me out. I've been working for a few hours and I almost have my iPhone virtualized. I'm gonna have, like, three iPhones running on one phone." But if you're one of the select few who sees the real future of virtualization, have I got a survey for you. . Our premise: Mainframes are poised to make a mainstream comeback (not that they ever really went away). The arguments in favor of big iron are compelling: high availability and performance, security, centralized management," [3] Quoted from c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?z1940002... [Published: Tue, Jan 27 2099 23:59:59 GMT] [602 characters, 101 words] [score: 210]

Mainframe computer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia "Mainframe computer An IBM 704 mainframe . Mainframes (often colloquially referred to as Big Iron [ 1 ] ) are computers used mainly by large organizations for critical applications, typically bulk data processing such as census, industry and consumer statistics, ERP, and financial transaction processing. . The term probably had originated from the early mainframes, as they were housed in enormous, room-sized metal boxes or frames. [ 2 ] Later the term was used to distinguish high-end commercial machines from less powerful units. . Today in practice, the term usually refers to com" [4] Quoted from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mainframe_compu... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 05:39:33 GMT] [586 characters, 93 words] [score: 300]	Mainframe Propeller Head - A SearchDataCenter.com blog "SEARCH for in IT Blogs IT Answers IT Knowledge Exchange Apr 21 2009 1:22PM GMT Mainframe revenue down 19% Posted by: Mark Fontecchio Mainframe revenue, linux on System z mainframe . IBM announced yesterday that its System z mainframe revenue had dropped almost 20% in the first quarter compared to the first quarter of 2008. Still, during a conference call with investors yesterday, IBM Chief Financial Officer Mark Loughridge claimed that IBM continued to have strength in the high end of its servers due to virtualization, increased efficiency, and good returns on investment. . It s hard to find a bright spot in a 19% revenue decline. Needless to say, Loughridge tried. He said the first quarter was the fifth consecutive qua" [5] Quoted from itknowledgeexchange.techtarget.com/ma... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:23 GMT] [730 characters, 122 words] [score: 347]	Linux on the IBM ESA/390 Mainframe Architecture "Member of the AdClub Network --> Linux on the IBM ESA/390 Mainframe Architecture Linux on the mainframe? 65535 attached devices, and all of them busy? Why would anyone do such a thing? Its a crazy world, but in fact, Linux/390 makes more sense than most people realize. This page attempts to capture some of the status of this rapidly evolving port. . Overview There are in fact two ports of Linux to the S/390 Mainframes. One, the Bigfoot (i370) port was started first, but is currently stagnant for essentially political, social, and market reasons. The other, --> --> Linux for S/390, is the subject of active development and advancement, with a number of large pilot deployments and a very active mailing list. A tad of history is covered below. . If you want to hack on the i370 port anyway, follow this li" [6] Quoted from http://linas.org/linux/i370.html [Published: Fri, 28 Apr 2006 00:08:46 GMT] [812 characters, 143 words] [score: 277]

The Mainframe Blog "A collection of opinions from engineers, developers, programmers, users, and influencers who share a passion for the past and future of mainframe computing. --> What (More) Open Source Software Do You Want for z/OS? . One of my colleagues recently asked me, "So, Tim, what open source software do you think z/OS users want?". "Why, that's an excellent question," I replied. "I have lots of ideas." [I shared my wonderful ideas all quite brilliant, in fact. :-)] "But why not also ask other z/OS users that question?" (As IBM's Bob Hoey often reminds his trainees: "Ask the customer? Brilliant!"). There's lots of open source software already available for z/OS. The z/OS Ported Tools collection is onl" [7] Quoted from http://mainframe.typepad.com/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:43:32 GMT] [702 characters, 116 words] [score: 167]	The Mainframe Blog: Mainframe Potpourri for Mid-April, 2009 "Mainframe Potpourri for Mid-April, 2009 . Once again it s time for everyone s favorite Mainframe Blog featurette: The Mainframe Potpourri. Are you ready for some pseudo-random reads? MetLife has far better disaster recovery capabilities now, thanks to mainframe technologies. Previously it took MetLife three days (!) to recover in the event of a disaster. Now they re down to 4 to 6 hours. For real, because they thoroughly tested and rehearsed. (Have you rehearsed your end-to-end disaster recovery plan lately? Don t forget to eliminate at least half your employees during the re" [8] Quoted from mainframe.typepad.com/blog/2009/04/ma... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:43:32 GMT] [583 characters, 94 words] [score: 442]	IBM to sell Linux-only mainframe - CNET News "A new Linux-only mainframe model that IBM will announce Friday is the strongest indication so far of the company's enthusiasm for uniting the comparatively new operating system with the decades-old business computer line. . The refrigerator-sized machine running only Linux will be formally announced at the LinuxWorld Conference and Expo show in New York next week and will begin shipping by the end of March, said Pete McCaffrey, director of IBM's zSeries mainframe group. . IBM hopes to lure new customers to the mainframe line with the system because it costs less than a full-fledged mainframe and doesn't require the usual high level of mainframe management skills, he said. . "I would say that most industry analysts right now are probably impressed with the" [9] Quoted from http://news.cnet.com/2100-1001-822771.html [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:24 GMT] [767 characters, 124 words] [score: 404]

What is mainframe? - a definition from Whatis.com "- A mainframe (also known as big iron ) is a high-performance computer used for large-scale computing purposes that require greater availability and security than a smaller-scale machine can offer. Historically, mainframes have been associated with centralized rather than distributed computing, although that distinction is blurring as smaller computers become more powerful and mainframes become more multi-purpose. Today, IBM emphasizes that their mainframes can be used to serve distributed users and smaller servers in a computing network. . The mainframe is sometimes referred to as a dinosaur not only because of its size but because of reports, going back many years, that it's becoming extinct. In 1991 Stewart Alsop, the editor of Info" [10] Quoted from searchdatacenter.techtarget.com/sDefi... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:25 GMT] [746 characters, 113 words] [score: 350]	Mainframe computer news, help and research - SearchDataCenter.com "Roadmap to mainframe application modernization - In a three-part series, Infostructure Associates president Wayne Kernochan outlines a modernization path for business-critical applications in an existing mainframe environment. . '); // --> TechTarget provides enterprise IT professionals with the information they need to perform their jobs - from developing strategy, to making cost-effective IT purchase decisions and managing their organizations' IT projects - with its network of technology-specific Web sites, events and magazines." [11] Quoted from searchdatacenter.techtarget.com/topic... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:25 GMT] [538 characters, 72 words] [score: 200]	http://tldp.org/HOWTO/Mock-Mainframe/ "The Mock Mainframe Mini-HOWTO Scot W. Stevenson . scot@possum.in-berlin.de Revision History Revision 1.2 06. October 2005 Revised by: SWS Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1.1. Copyright and License 1.2. Disclaimer 1.3. Credits 1.4. Feedback 1.5. Translations 1.6. Future Versions 2. Background 2.1. Why This Text? 2.2. Reasoning and Overview 2.3. What You Should Be Aware Of 2.4. How This Text Is Organized 3. The Individual Pieces 3.1. The Mock Mainframe 4. The Terminals 4.1. Dual Boot Machines 4.2. Linux T" [12] Quoted from http://tldp.org/HOWTO/Mock-Mainframe/ [Published: Fri, 07 Oct 2005 16:44:04 GMT] [511 characters, 80 words] [score: 221]

SOA Software Launches Mainframe SOA Solution for IMS | UDDI "SOA Software today launched its market leading mainframe SOA solution SOLA for IMS transactions. SOLA is a comprehensive mainframe Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) solution that cost effectively makes mainframe applications part of an SOA.  SOLA provides customers with a fast and easy process to expose mainframe applications as secure Web Services, and allows mainframe applications to consume Web Services.  Using SOLA, customers can leverage billions of dollars of existing mainframe investments when building an enterprise SOA.  . The SOLA runtime environment runs entirely on the mainframe, eliminating the need for expensive, unrel" [13] Quoted from uddi.xml.org/news/soa-software-launch... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 08:20:01 GMT] [645 characters, 92 words] [score: 450]	In Loving Memory of the Mainframe (aka IMS) "On Monday, October 22, 2007 at 15:45, the mainframe (Betelgeuse) was unplugged from the internet. It is with deep sadness that the IT family announces the end of a generation of mainframe computing. . The first mainframe, an IBM 650 was installed in the year 1960 and went through many upgrades and changes to the final hardware of an Amdahl Millennium 1015. In its many forms the mainframe has supported the Student Records systems, Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, Research, student labs, etc. . The mainframe was predeceased by the Huron Object Star database, telephone registration, punch cards, card readers, DT80 terminals connected by t" [14] Quoted from http://umanitoba.ca/mainframe/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:25 GMT] [646 characters, 104 words] [score: 403]	Mainframe definition "Mainframe Definition . Mainframe is an industry term for a large computer, typically manufactured by a large company such as IBM or Cray for the commercial applications of Fortune 1000 businesses and other large-scale computing purposes such as global weather forecasting and scientific research. . Historically, a mainframe is associated with centralized rather than distributed computing. Today, IBM refers to its larger processors as large servers and emphasizes that they can be used to serve distributed users and smaller servers (often mid-frames or microprocesso" [15] Quoted from web.archive.org/http://www.vikingwate... [Published: Wed, 05 Jul 2006 21:56:05 GMT] [570 characters, 84 words] [score: 283]

mainframe - Ask.com Search "Mainframe may refer to one of the following: Mainframe computer, large data processing systems Mainframe Entertainment, a Canadian computer animation and design company. Mainframe is the city that the CGI cartoon ReBoot takes place in. Mainframes (often colloquially referred to as Big Iron) are computers used mainly by large organizations for critical applications, typically bulk data processing such as census, industry and consumer... Your portal to IBM mainframe information. Check out what's new in IBM mainframe technology, resources and solutions. Find links to System z9, z890, z990 and other product information, including operating syste" [16] Quoted from http://web.ask.com/web?u=82&q=mainframe [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:26 GMT] [650 characters, 94 words] [score: 513]	IBM System z - About IBM mainframe "Lower costs while increasing business flexibility and productivity IBM System z mainframe servers are the cornerstone of a dynamic infrastructure that helps you transform IT to take advantage of our smarter planet, where systems are becoming increasingly interconnected, instrumented and intelligent. System z delivers on the promise of a flexible, secure, and smart IT architecture that can be managed seamlessly to meet the requirements of today's fast-changing business climate. For an increasing number of businesses, IBM is the clear choice. Explore the links below to learn more about some of the ways that we can help transform your IT systems." [17] Quoted from http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/z/advantages/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:23 GMT] [653 characters, 100 words] [score: 150]	3pointD.com » Blog Archive » More on IBM’s Mainframe for Virtual Worlds "UFFIE More on IBM s Mainframe for Virtual Worlds . Following the news of the new mainframe platform for virtual worlds that IBM is working on, I had the chance to talk to David Gelardi, IBM s vice president of industry solutions, who is heading up the effort. This is a brand new way to support the needs of virtual worlds in an environment that begins to look like 3D commerce, Gelardi said. Think more in terms of a future state where there is a transaction taking place that is a buying experience of some kind. The hybrid environment of immense power and flexibility that IBM is creating wil" [18] Quoted from www.3pointd.com/20070426/more-on-ibms... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:26 GMT] [596 characters, 109 words] [score: 227]

mainframe: Definition from Answers.com "In the "ancient" mid-1960s, all computers were mainframes, since the term referred to the main CPU cabinet. Today, it refers to a class of ultra-reliable medium and large-scale servers designed for enterprise-class and carrier-class operations.. The first mainframe vendors were Burroughs, Control Data, GE, Honeywell, IBM, NCR, RCA and Univac, otherwise known as "IBM and the Seven Dwarfs." After GE and RCA's computer divisions were absorbed by Honeywell and Univac respectively, the mainframers were known as "IBM and the BUNCH.". The Vendors. For decades, IBM has been the dominant vendor in the mainframe business. Although many tried to compete by off" [19] Quoted from http://www.answers.com/topic/mainframe [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:28 GMT] [658 characters, 101 words] [score: 324]	Mainframe Jobs -- BestMainframeJobs.com -- "BestMainframeJobs.com is dedicated to matching the best mainframe jobs with the most qualified mainframe job seekers! Find mainframe jobs now by clicking here! Apply online now! Post your resume for maximum exposure! Reach advertisers who are hiring but are not currently posting their mainframe jobs. We have a new Product Maintenance Developer position located in Houston, Texas. Click here for the details! We are constantly improving our website. If you have any suggestions, please email us at support@bestmainframejobs.com" [20] Quoted from http://www.bestmainframejobs.com/ [Published: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:16:41 GMT] [530 characters, 78 words] [score: 500]	Mainframe Products and other IT management solutions from CA "Leverage our innovative, integrated mainframe products to easily manage your system configurations and get the most from your mainframe infrastructure today and tomorrow. Learn about CA May Mainframe Madness a month-long program dedicated to Mainframe 2.0 . Every time you attend one of our CA Mainframe 2.0 May Madness Webcasts, you will automatically be entered into a weekly drawing for a chance to win an Apple iPod Touch. For more details, please consult with official rules. Find Mainframe Products Enter product name, or select from dropdown Advantage CA-ADS for CA-IDMS (former product name) Advantage CA-Datacom/DB Database (former product name) Advantage CA-Earl (former" [21] Quoted from http://www.ca.com/us/mainframe-products.aspx [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:29 GMT] [682 characters, 102 words] [score: 400]

Newsletters: Mainframe - CA "December 2008 Mainframe 2.0 Simplifies Management; Bridging the IT Generation Gap; Out-Tasking Solutions Maximize Value . Welcome to CA s quarterly Mainframe newsletter. This issue s theme is Mainframe 2.0, a new CA initiative that simplifies mainframe management for a new generation of IT staff. Read also how Mainframe 2.0 bridges the generation gap, enabling newbies and applying the knowledge of experienced mainframers. Plus, CA s new Out-Tasking solutions, part of the Mainframe 2.0 rollout, enable you to better govern, manage and secure your mainframe environment, despite resource constraints. . Chris O Malley, Corporate EVP and GM, CA Mainframe Business Un" [22] Quoted from www.ca.com/us/news/content.aspx?cid=1... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:29 GMT] [669 characters, 101 words] [score: 632]	Mainframe - CA "All of CA About Us Education Insights News and Events Partners Products Security Advisor Small and Medium Business Solutions Home Solutions Mainframe . Mainframe continues to be the core platform for the global enterprise running the world s most critical applications and hosting most of the world s most critical data. . We are proud to be the world s leading independent provider of mainframe management solutions. And as you grapple with the challenges of growing workloads, tighter budgets, green IT and the impending retirement of your most experienced mainframe professionals, our solutions offer more compelling value than ever. . CA s comprehensive solutions for z/OS, z/VM, z/VSE and Linux" [23] Quoted from http://www.ca.com/us/solutions/mainframe.aspx [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:30 GMT] [701 characters, 110 words] [score: 340]	Mainframe / System/390 / OS/390 - a CompInfo Directory "Topic Outline - KnowledgeBases - Newsgroups and FAQs - Magazines and Ezines - White Papers - Organizations and User Groups - News - Events - Related Topics - Books - Key Manufacturers - Where to Buy - Key Solutions Providers - Where to get Help - Key Service Providers - Key Training Providers CICS and MQSeries Programmer's Homepage (Charles Stansell) CICS and related information resources (Pacific CICS Users Group) IBM Mainframe Programmers Resource Page IBM System/390 Home Page MainFrames.Com OS/390, MVS, and much more Mainframe, Midrange, & Micro Computers, plus Technical Articles (Rock Painter) MainFrameForum (SPAGiRiK Limited) MvsHelp.com This site is intended primarily for the MVS mainframe programmer. OS/390 Software (IBM) S/390 and other computer links (Sam Knutson) Covers S/390 links, CICS and MQSeries, VM & VSE, OS/390 Freeware, DB2 and IMS, etc. S/390 Application Solutions Directory (IBM) The IBM System/390 Application Solutions Directory contains information about several thousand applications currently being offered by" [24] Quoted from http://www.compinfo.co.uk/opsys/mainframe.htm [Published: Mon, 21 May 2007 17:20:42 GMT] [1048 characters, 154 words] [score: 380]

Age is withering the mainframe's support - 19 Mar 2009 - Computing "Search Search computing.co.uk Keywords: Search industry Keywords: Search web Keywords: Secondary Navigation Primary Navigation Age is withering the mainframe's support . To the surprise of many, mainframes are still going strong. But can the same be said for that breed of IT worker who specialises in supporting them? . Written by Dave Bailey . Computing, 19 Mar 2009 . Earlier this month, I was invited to an event where a select group of mainframe administrators and support chiefs from some big City firms were due to give a briefing on their mainframe operations. . I say due because unfortunately things didn t turn out as planned. The briefing was to be held under the hush-hush veil of the Chat" [25] Quoted from www.computing.co.uk/computing/comment... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 20:43:38 GMT] [703 characters, 119 words] [score: 300]	Mainframe Solutions from Compuware Corporation "Reduce Cost and Risk with Compuware Mainframe Solutions . You’re likely familiar with Compuware’s best-of-breed tools for the mainframe—Abend-AID, File-AID, Hiperstation, Strobe and Xpediter. These industry-standard tools, have helped developers and testers improve their productivity for over 30 years. But did you know that Compuware is also uniquely positioned to help your organization get the strategic information that is key to making better business decisions? . Compuware is committed to the mainframe platform, with continual investment in research and development to keep our products current an" [26] Quoted from www.compuware.com/solutions/mainframe... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 21:03:10 GMT] [607 characters, 86 words] [score: 250]	Shadow and Mainframe Integration "DataDirect Mainframe Integration Products . Mainframes are essential foundational elements for many of the world s largest organizations. However, changing economics and tight IT budgets are causing many to reevaluate their commitment to the platform. DataDirect Shadow can dramatically reduce mainframe Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to allow processing capacity to support new development initiatives. . With a single unified architecture, Shadow can reduce integration complexity, cost and risk. The product s patent-pending technology for zIIP specialty engine exploitation can divert more" [27] Quoted from www.datadirect.com/products/mainframe... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:30 GMT] [593 characters, 82 words] [score: 271]

Open Directory - Computers: Hardware: Systems: IBM: Mainframe "the entire directory only in IBM/Mainframe . See also: Computers: Hardware: Systems: Servers (27) Computers: Hardware: Used (245) IBM Mainframe Servers - IBM home page for current mainframe computer systems, with links to an overview, software, operating systems, networking, I/O connectivity, solutions, news, events, FAQs, support, education and a library of documents. . Anura Guruge: Mr. SNA - Guruge's views on the IBM world, XML Web services, grids and autonomic computing. Architecture of the IBM System/360 - 1964 article coinciding with the announcement of the System/360 (S" [28] Quoted from www.dmoz.org/Computers/Hardware/Syste... [Published: Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:06:48 GMT] [584 characters, 87 words] [score: 283]	Managed Mainframe Services: Mainframe IT Solutions for Data Centers | eds.com "Select a section to search All of eds.com About EDS Services Industries Insights and Successes News and Events News Releases only Investor Tips Advanced Managed Mainframe Services : Executive Overview . Capacity-straining loads. Threats to security. Breakdowns. Unsupported hardware and software. Loss of mainframe expertise. . Your business relies on mainframes for heavy-duty data processing. But managing a mainframe environment is a major resource drain that requires a large, ongoing investment in software, hardware, facilities and support. Inadequate mainframe management has implications far beyond higher operating expenses. Failure to meet service-level expectations hurts productivity and customer satisfaction, limiting business growth." [29] Quoted from http://www.eds.com/services/managedmainframe/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:30 GMT] [750 characters, 100 words] [score: 450]	The Hercules System/370, ESA/390, and z/Architecture Emulator "Hercules is an open source software implementation of the mainframe System/370 and ESA/390 architectures, in addition to the new 64-bit z/Architecture. Hercules runs under Linux, Windows (98, NT, 2000, and XP), Solaris, FreeBSD, and Mac OS X (10.3 and later). . Hercules is OSI Certified Open Source Software licensed under the terms of the Q Public Licence. . Hercules was created by Roger Bowler and is maintained by Jay Maynard. Jan Jaeger designed and implemented many of the advanced features of Hercules, including dynamic reconfiguration, integrated console, interpretive execution and z/Architecture support. A dedicated crew of programmers is constantly at work implementing new features and" [30] Quoted from http://www.hercules-390.org/ [Published: Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:00:04 GMT] [701 characters, 105 words] [score: 50]

IBM System z "Mainframe Charter . Building the dynamic infrastructure involves more than innovative technology it also needs an ecosystem of partners, skills, open source, technical support and more. Find out how IBM surrounds System z with the ecosystem you need to succeed. . Learn more . The Strength of System z Satisfied users of IBM System z discuss the strength of the platform. . Watch the video . Transcript . 45th Mainframe Anniversary This year marks the launch of the IBM System 360 mainframe family . Watch the video . Transcript . IB" [31] Quoted from http://www.ibm.com/systems/z/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:34 GMT] [534 characters, 91 words] [score: 150]	Virtualization is 'the new mainframe,' VMware says | Virtualization - InfoWorld "Google App Engine, Aptana Cloud, and Stax for EC2 make it easy to spin up and scale a simple Java Servlet Container, but are still a far cry from the full Java EE more Virtualization is the new mainframe, VMware says The company says its vSphere virtualization platform is capable of running any enterprise application regardless of size . VMware launched an upgrade to its core software platform on Tuesday with the message that virtualization is ready to run any class of enterprise application, no matter how large. . "Virtualization is the mainframe for the 21st century," said Stephen Herrod, VMware's CTO, at an event to launch the company's new vSphere 4 software, an update to Virtual Infrastructure 3, at its headquarters in Palo Alto, California. . [ InfoWorld's Eric Knorr believes that VMware's vSphere falls short of the cloud. Read InfoWorld's full coverage of the VMw" [32] Quoted from www.infoworld.com/d/virtualization/vi... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:32 GMT] [883 characters, 147 words] [score: 200]	Artix Mainframe - Mainframe Integration & Support - IONA Technologies "Artix ESB Mainframe Support . As client technologies continue to evolve, and organizations choose to leverage a Service-oriented architecture (SOA), they must ensure that mission-critical mainframe applications will be readily accessible to the network. IONA, who has been providing mainframe integrations solutions since 1997, delivers Artix Mainframe to tackle this problem head on by providing tools tailored for the rapid deployment of mainframe resources in a phased manner. . Download Artix White Papers Datasheet Technical Overview Access the value of Mainf" [33] Quoted from www.iona.com/products/artix/artix_zos... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:50:15 GMT] [565 characters, 81 words] [score: 504]

Orbix Mainframe - Mainframe CORBA - IONA Technologies "Orbix Mainframe High-performance CORBA for Mainframe Systems . IONA s ORBIX Mainframe offers a set of mainframe-native application development and integration tools and services that make it easy to integrate mainframe systems, including: . Download Orbix Datasheet Technical Overview Documentation CORBA Community . Orbix Mainframe lets IT organizations reuse the business procedures and business logic locked up in their mainframe applications, transactions and data in a consistent and broadly supported fashion. IONA s product can also be used to make mainframe systems accessibl" [34] Quoted from www.iona.com/products/orbix/orbix-mai... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:50:15 GMT] [584 characters, 83 words] [score: 684]	IP Australia : Patents > Search > Download search software "You may access the mainframe using either a Java applet or TN3270 software. Refer to our frequently asked questions about access to IP Australia mainframe databases. Access IP Australia's mainframe with a Java applet from your browser . The preferred method of accessing IP Australia's mainframe is to use a Java applet . The IBM Host on Demand applet (which does not allow screen printing) should take around 3-5 minutes to load on a standard modem. . Note: If you are using a firewall you may have to configure it for access to port 23. . Download the IBM Host on Demand applet Access IP Australia's mainfr" [35] Quoted from www.ipaustralia.gov.au/patents/search... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:33 GMT] [609 characters, 107 words] [score: 246]	JML Mainframe Consulting "Introducing JML Mainframe Consulting . . . JML Mainframe Consulting is a Clinton Township, NJ, based company that was created to provide high quality Technical Consulting Support and Services for z/OS-OS/390, CICS, IDMS, DB2, ROSCOE, ISV products and COBOL running on the Mainframe. JML has over twenty eight years in experience utilizing Mainframe technology.. . Technical Support Consulting: . . Offering 24 x 7 trouble-shooting support. This includes but not limited to applying fixes, contacting vendor (IBM, CA, etc), and changing system parameters to resolve issues quickly an" [36] Quoted from http://www.jmlmainframe.com/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:32 GMT] [583 characters, 88 words] [score: 300]

Linux.com :: Mainframe Linux at SHARE "SHARE dates back to 1955, and the folks gathered in San Diego include programmers, sysadmins, and IT directors who have spent decades running mainframe systems for the world's largest companies and governments. Most of the classes and labs focus on big iron products like the mainframe operating system MVS and the CICS transaction server, but Linux is getting strong promotion as well. IBM champions Linux for its zSeries mainframes as the industrial-strength virtualization platform, and judging by the turnout at the Linux and VM program sessions, interest is high. . Most SHARE members are regular attendees at these events year after year. Most of the people at the overview session were on a first-name basis with the presenters and each other." [37] Quoted from http://www.linux.com/feature/118624 [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:51:13 GMT] [752 characters, 121 words] [score: 250]	Mainframe Executive "Many companies keep this kind of information on their mainframe computers. Applications they purchased or developed years ago still manage this data, and it makes sense to continue using these applications and to keep the data centrally stored. The trick, however, is to develop an appropriate strategy for getting this information to the mobile worker while maintaining data integrity and respecting company IT policies. . In thinking this through, a good place to start is by asking some questions about what is really needed for the mobile worker. Does the mobile worker need immediate access to data or can she synchroni" [38] Quoted from http://www.mainframe-exec.com/articles/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:34 GMT] [625 characters, 101 words] [score: 162]	Powersport Software, Marine Reservation, Wholesale Building Supply Software "Mainframe Associates is North America's top full-service developer of business management software used for powersport, marine reservation, motorcycle management, RV management, wholesale building supply, marine management, marina software as well as other applications. . Choose from Point of Sale software , inventory control software, wholesale building supply, powersport software, accounts receivable, accounts payable, RV management, marine management, motorcycle management software, marina software , and more. . Development, installation and support . Strong focus on customization to meet your unique needs . True multi-user and network ready . Over 24 years' experience . Serving midsize businesses across Canada and the US . We serve general retail, distribut" [39] Quoted from http://www.mainframeassociates.com/ [Published: Fri, 02 Nov 2007 02:48:26 GMT] [772 characters, 106 words] [score: 60]

Mainframe Business "Welcome to the Mainframe Business Eco-System . The intention of mainframebusiness.com is to provide the customer with the opportunity to come to one location to find answers to technical problems, find a solution or a system integrator in your region of the world. To listen to independent views, other customers experiences and of course access mainframe vendors around the world supporting this platform. --> . . . . Direct Computer Resources to Demonstrate Data Privacy Software at the Garnter Security Summit, June 4 - 7, 2" [40] Quoted from http://www.mainframebusiness.com/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:34 GMT] [528 characters, 86 words] [score: 250]	IBM Mainframe Training Institute - Maintec Training "We provide high quality IBM Mainframe Training, Job Guaranteed Mainframe Training program, Client Server Training, Internet Training, IT services and solutions to organizations across the globe with a strong focus on quality standards and proven technology processes. We are located in India with training centers in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune and Delhi.. . Our expert team enables you to keep pace with the ever-changing technological trends through our result oriented learning process. Know More . . Home Sitemap Contact Support Partners Exper" [41] Quoted from http://www.maintectraining.com/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:45:54 GMT] [556 characters, 82 words] [score: 223]	Mainframe Modernization Home Page "Today, this often involves mainframe modernization. . Mainframe modernization benefits include significant cost savings, increased business agility, and improved supportability of your IT systems. . Mainframe modernization can range from supplementing legacy systems with new servers that perform new tasks such as data warehousing and analysis, to moving workloads such as batch processing and online transaction processing to a new lower cost environment. Learn more about options for integration and migration. . Whether you are migrating, integrating, or replacing your mainframe workload, p" [42] Quoted from www.microsoft.com/windowsserver/mainf... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:36 GMT] [596 characters, 83 words] [score: 341]

Mainframe Books "Books for mainframe programmers . JCL book Murach's OS/390 and z/OS JCL . COBOL books Murach's Mainframe COBOL Structured COBOL Methods . CICS books Murach's CICS for the COBOL Programmer (Ebook available) Murach's CICS Desk Reference (Ebook available) . DB2 books DB2 for the COBOL Programmer, Part 1 (2nd Ed.) DB2 for the COBOL Programmer, Part 2 (2nd Ed.) . IMS books IMS for the COBOL Programmer, Part 1 (Book-on-CD only) IMS for the COBOL Programmer, Part 2 (Book-on-CD only) . VSAM book VSAM for the COBOL Programmer (Book-on-CD only) VSAM: AMS and Applic" [43] Quoted from http://www.murach.com/books/mainframe.htm [Published: Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:35:21 GMT] [562 characters, 94 words] [score: 200]	Microsoft Windows on a mainframe? - Network World "Software that for the first time lets users run native copies of the Windows operating systems on a mainframe will be introduced Friday by data center automation vendor Mantissa. . The company's z/VOS software is a CMS application that runs on IBM's z/VM and creates a foundation for Intel-based operating systems. . Users only need a desktop appliance running Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection (RDC) client, which is the same technology used to attach to Windows running on Terminal Server or Citrix-based servers. . Users will be able to connect to their virtual and fully functional Windows environments without any knowledge that the operating system and the applications are executing on the mainframe and not th" [44] Quoted from www.networkworld.com/news/2009/030409... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:43:23 GMT] [722 characters, 115 words] [score: 200]	Virtualization Is 'the New Mainframe,' VMware Says - Business Center - PC World "Smart Technology for Smart Companies Topics: Virtualization Is 'the New Mainframe,' VMware Says . James Niccolai, IDG News Service Find a Review Select Category Cell Phones Desktop PCs Cameras Hard Drives Monitors Notebooks Optical Drives Printers Projectors Sort By Rating Rating Date Performance Price Get Reviews Close . VMware launched an upgrade to its core software platform on Tuesday with the message that virtualization is ready to run any class of enterprise application, no matter how large. . "Virtualization is the mainframe for the 21st century," sai" [45] Quoted from www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/articl... [Published: Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:37 GMT] [565 characters, 87 words] [score: 200]

Mainframe Integration: SOA Portfolio: Progress Software Corporation "Mainframe Integration . More than 60 percent of the world's system of record data is on mainframes. In other words, you re not alone in navigating the complexity of mainframe integration. The question is: how are you going to leverage your investment in mainframe technology in the new world of SOA? . What if you could SOA-enable all of your mainframe assets with a single product? . Progress Shadow gives you a single, unified architecture that extends SOA to incorporate mainframe-based business logic, data and screen processes virtually all mainframe assets. It m" [46] Quoted from www.progress.com/soa-portfolio/mainfr... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:37 GMT] [569 characters, 93 words] [score: 450]	ReBoot - Brought to you by Rainmaker "Rainmaker Entertainment Inc., formerly Mainframe Entertainment, Inc., is a Canadian computer animation and design company based in Vancouver and Los Angeles, California. In addition to producing award-winning children's TV series, Rainmaker has been the force behind the first ever CGI animated series "ReBoot", as well as the acclaimed Transformers spin-off "Beast Wars" Zeroes 2 Heroes . Zeros 2 Heroes Media, the "People's Publisher", is a Vancouver-based social media company best known for creating Zeros2Heroes.com, a thriving social network that connects thousands of creators, producers and fans of comics in a collaborative and creative environment." [47] Quoted from http://www.reboot.com/ [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:46:50 GMT] [660 characters, 94 words] [score: 67]	Techworld.com - Virtualisation the new mainframe, says VMware "22 April 2009 Virtualisation the new mainframe, says VMware . By James Niccolai, IDG News Service . VMware has launched an upgrade to its core software platform with the message that virtualisation is ready to run any class of enterprise application, no matter how large. . "Virtualisation is the mainframe for the 21st century," said Stephen Herrod, VMware's CTO, at an event to launch the company's new vSphere 4 software, an update to Virtual Infrastructure 3, at its headquarters in Palo Alto, California. . VMware says the software will allow companies to transform their data centres into a "virtua" [48] Quoted from www.techworld.com/news/index.cfm?RSS&... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:50:10 GMT] [605 characters, 99 words] [score: 222]

What is mainframe? - A Word Definition From the Webopedia Computer Dictionary "mainframe A very large and expensive computer capable of supporting hundreds, or even thousands, of users simultaneously. In the hierarchy that starts with a simple microprocessor (in watches, for example) at the bottom and moves to supercomputers at the top, mainframes are just below supercomputers. In some ways, mainframes are more powerful than supercomputers because they support more simultaneous programs. But supercomputers can execute a single program faster than a mainframe. The distinction between small mainframes and minicomputers is vague, depending really on how the manufacturer wants to market its machines. . . . E-mail this definition" [49] Quoted from www.webopedia.com/TERM/M/mainframe.ht... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:39 GMT] [656 characters, 97 words] [score: 350]	z390 Portable Mainframe Assembler and Emulator "Welcome to the z390 portable mainframe macro assembler and emulator project web site. z390 is a Java J2SE Open Source tool with the following major features: . For z390 statement of direction, visit here. . If you are interested in participating in the design, development, and support of this project, you are invited to join the project email group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/z390/ . For additional information including free sample program assembly and conversion estimates contact Don Higgins, President Automated Sof" [50] Quoted from http://www.z390.org/ [Published: Fri, 01 May 2009 12:20:30 GMT] [526 characters, 78 words] [score: 150]	z/Journal - The Resource for Users of IBM Mainframe Systems "Mainframes are fast, powerful, production-proven and, to many of the world s largest companies, indispensable. . . When businesses were threatened by the Year 2000 bug, mainframe awareness was elevated at all organizational levels due to the potential impact of this system failing. Significant investments in planning, software redesign, testing and deployment resulted, helping companies successfully mitigate the risk while continuing to leverage mainframes for business applications and data. . . Today, companies face another threat, not from the technology, but from who will support it. Mainframe-savvy application and systems programmer" [51] Quoted from www.zjournal.com/index.cfm?section=ar... [Published: Dynamic Content on Sun, 03 May 2009 20:49:39 GMT] [645 characters, 91 words] [score: 321]