Linux® on the Mainframe

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 LinuxLinux 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.