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DB2 for z/OS


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Overview
 DB2 for z/OS Value Unit Edition The same robust DB2 for z/OS data server at a one-time charge price and available for eligible net new applications workloads on the System z platform.

Data serving with IBM's mainframe and DB2 for z/OS helps you reduce cost and complexity in your IT infrastructure, simplify compliance, and leverage your core asset - your data. Learn more about industry-leading innovations:
 zIIP enablement is ready for DB2 for z/OS Version 8
 IBM System z
 System z9 Integrated Information Processor (zIIP)
 Data warehousing & analysis: business intelligence solutions on the mainframe

 developerWorks - DB2 for z/OS Exchange A site where you can exchange sample programs, SQL statements, utility jobs, and more with your fellow colleagues. Search and download samples, or post your own. (This Web site replaces the DB2 for z/OS Examples Trading Post.)

 DB2 9 for z/OS optimizes SOA See a video about how DB2 9 for z/OS with pureXML optimizes SOA initiatives

 DB2 9 for z/OS - General availability for DB2 9 for z/OS began March 16, 2007.

What's new in DB2 9 for z/OS?
 Hybrid relational and pureXML™ data storage
 Enhanced support in critical business disciplines like ERP
 Rich new SQL capabilities
 Increased security and regulatory compliance
 Database on demand design changes
 Improved performance

Editions
DB2 for z/OS Value Unit Edition
z/OS data server at a one-time charge price for eligible workloads
DB2 9 for z/OS
Available March 16, 2007
DB2 for z/OS
Version 8
DB2 for z/OS and OS/390
Version 7 - Service ends June 30, 2008
DB2 for z/OS Lifecycle
Marketing and support service availability by version
Tools and components
DB2 and IMS Tools
IBM DB2 and IMS Tools are specifically designed to enhance the performance of DB2 and IMS. Affordable database power tools at your fingertips!
IBM Data Studio
An integrated data management environment that can increase productivity and reduce development cost throughout the data lifecycle.
Business Intelligence on System z
Solutions to help your data work for you. Process, analyze, and mine your data for new business opportunities!
DB2 Query Management Facility (QMF)
DB2 QMF is a tightly integrated, powerful, and reliable query and reporting tool set for IBM's DB2 relational database management system.
Downloadable Features
Optimization Service Center for DB2 for z/OS and more.
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