Linux on the Mainframe

Linux on the Mainframe is the comprehensive guide to the fastest growing trend in IT. IBM's Linux experts present peerless instruction in the art of planning for and making the most of a Linux mainframe. This book's in-depth coverage includes virtualization, deployment, data management, debugging, security, systems management, application porting, and much more. Sample companies that demonstrate the strengths and potential shortcomings of Linux on the mainframe Complete business analysis, including Total Cost of Ownership, server consolidation techniques, and IT infrastructure simplification Examples of deploying middleware and other tools In-depth introductions to the latest trends, developments, and technologies related to Linux on the mainframe Background information on mainframes and Linux for the lay reader Key techniques for deploying Linux servers and building integrated server environments For anyone involved in the planning, deploying, management, or administration of a mainframe, Linux on the Mainframe is a vital resource. Annotation Leverage Linux on the mainframe for a true business advantageCovers zSeries and S/390 mainframesContains over 100 pages of reference materialIncludes detailed examples and maximization techniquesThe complete mainframe guide to leveraging the power of Linux"Linux on the Mainframe" is the comprehensive guide to the fastest growing trend in IT. IBM's Linux experts present peerless instruction in the art of planning for and making the most of a Linux mainframe. This book's in-depth coverage includes virtualization, deployment, data management, debugging, security, systems management, application porting, and much more. Sample companies that demonstrate the strengths and potential shortcomings of Linux on the mainframeComplete business analysis, including Total Cost of Ownership, server consolidation techniques, and IT infrastructure simplificationExamples of deploying middleware and other toolsIn-depth introductions to the latest trends, developments, and technologies related to Linux on the mainframeBackground information on mainframes and Linux for the lay readerKey techniques for deploying Linux servers and building integrated server environmentsFor anyone involved in the planning, deploying, management, or administration of a mainframe, "Linux on the Mainframe" is a vital resource Intended for both managers and system architects, this guide examines the benefits and challenges of running the Linux operating system on IBM's S/390 and zSeries servers. Two sample companies illustrate how to perform a total cost of ownership analysis and set up Linux on the mainframe, and explore security considerations, communication methods, high availability, and how Linux can affect existing systems management. All four authors are affiliated with IBM. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) This book is about Linux on the IBM zSeries mainframe. It covers the fundamentals on how to determine if Linux for zSeries is right for you and how to design and build a system that will meet your needs.