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SMT (Systems Monitoring Tool) is a solution developed by Value Software Inc for monitoring z/VM environments. It provides basic system resource monitoring, including CPU utilization, memory usage, and disk I/O. SMT employs a proprietary agent for data collection, communicating with a central server for data storage and analysis. The administrative interface is command-line based, utilizing configuration files to define monitoring...

SMTP-Send is a z/OS-based solution for routing email from CICS, TSO, and batch applications to external SMTP servers. Key components include the SMTP-Send daemon, configuration manager, and logging service. It uses the SMTP protocol for communication and integrates with z/OS security. Administrative interfaces include the z/OS console and configuration files. User management is handled through z/OS security. Key configuration parameters...

SNAP-IX provides SNA connectivity for UNIX systems, enabling them to interact with mainframes, peer systems, and APPN networks. Key components include the SNA Gateway, LU Services, and APPC/LU6.2 Server. The `snax_config` command is used for configuration, while `snax_start` and `snax_stop` manage services. SNAP-IX supports 3270 and TN3270 LU0 applications, as well as LU6.2 applications, facilitating communication with CICS and other...

Snapshot Copy for VSAM provided the capability to create point-in-time copies of VSAM datasets without taking the original datasets offline. This enabled non-disruptive backups, testing, and other data-intensive operations. The product's architecture included components for managing the copy process and ensuring data consistency. The integration with Extended Buffer Manager for CICS enhanced its value in CICS environments. The product is...

The Snapshot Upgrade Feature is a critical component for maintaining high availability and efficient data management in z/OS environments. It enables the creation of point-in-time snapshots of DB2 and IMS data, allowing other BMC products to perform tasks like backups, reorganizations, and data analysis without disrupting online operations. Key components include the Snapshot Manager, the Extended Buffer Manager (EBM) interface,...

SNAsim is a PC-based testing tool designed to simulate SNA traffic for 3270 and 5250 applications. Key components include the Session Manager, Data Generator, and Protocol Analyzer. The Session Manager handles the establishment and maintenance of SNA sessions. The Data Generator creates and sends test data, while the Protocol Analyzer captures and interprets the traffic. Communication occurs over TCP/IP, using...

Soft-Switch Central was an email and electronic messaging hub designed for z/OS environments. It supported industry standards including X.400 and SMTP, facilitating interoperability with diverse messaging systems. Key architectural components included the Message Transfer Agent (MTA) for message routing, the User Agent (UA) for user interaction, and Directory Services for managing user information. For security, Soft-Switch Central likely supported authentication...

Soft390 was an IBM product that provided mainframe emulation on UNIX systems. It allowed organizations to run z/OS applications on alternative hardware, potentially reducing hardware costs and increasing flexibility. The architecture included components for CPU emulation, I/O handling, and memory management. These components communicated through internal interfaces to simulate mainframe behavior. Administrative interfaces likely included a command-line interface (CLI). User...

SoftAudit/2000 was a z/OS-based tool designed to analyze program usage and assist with Year 2000 (Y2K) compliance. It processed SMF data to generate reports on program execution frequency, CPU time, and resource consumption. The tool's architecture comprised components for SMF data collection, processing, and reporting. Administration was performed through JCL scripts and configuration files. The tool did not offer APIs...

SoftDate is a testing tool developed by DDV Technologies for z/OS environments. It addresses the critical need to test date-sensitive applications without altering the system's actual date and time. This tool enables organizations to simulate various date scenarios, including month-end, year-end, and specific dates like the year 2000, ensuring applications function correctly under different temporal conditions. SoftDate is particularly valuable...

SoftQuery is a software tool designed to enable users to update and query CICS files without requiring programming expertise. It addresses the challenge of providing easy access to mainframe data for business users. Organizations that rely on CICS for transaction processing and data management on z/OS or zVSE/VSEn mainframes are well-suited to use SoftQuery. It simplifies tasks such as data...

SoftSpy for Model 204 is a debugging tool specifically designed for application programs running on the Model 204 database management system. It provides developers with the ability to interactively analyze and troubleshoot code, identify performance bottlenecks, and resolve errors in real-time. This tool is essential for organizations that rely on Model 204, particularly those in industries such as finance, insurance,...

Software Metrics Tools is a source code analysis tool designed to provide detailed metrics and reports. Key features include support for COBOL and Java, and the generation of metrics such as Source Lines of Code (SLOC) and Cyclomatic Complexity. The tool operates primarily through a command-line interface (CLI), with commands like 'analyze', 'report', and 'configure'. Configuration is managed via INI...

SOLA provides a solution for exposing CICS and IMS applications as web services, enabling integration with modern systems. Key features include: * **COMMAREA Analyzer:** Creates WSDLs from COMMAREAs. * **3270 Analyzer:** Creates WSDLs from screen-scraping. * **Outbound Analyzer:** Imports existing WSDLs and converts them to COBOL and PL/I copybooks. SOLA supports HTTP and WebSphere MQ for transport. It includes testing...

Solve:Asset was a mainframe application designed to manage IT assets within a z/OS environment. It provided a centralized system for tracking hardware and software inventory, managing configurations, and ensuring compliance. This helped organizations optimize resource allocation, reduce costs, and maintain regulatory compliance. Solve:Asset was particularly well-suited for large enterprises with significant mainframe investments. Organizations needing similar functionality should consider alternatives...

Solve:Change was a change management application used in z/OS mainframe environments. It provided a structured approach to managing changes to systems, applications, and data, ensuring that changes were implemented in a controlled and auditable manner. The application helped organizations reduce the risk of errors, system outages, and compliance violations associated with system modifications. Solve:Change is no longer supported, and organizations...

Solve:Configuration was a configuration management system designed for z/OS mainframe environments. It addressed the challenge of maintaining consistent and controlled configurations across complex mainframe systems. The product provided a centralized platform for managing and tracking changes to system configurations, software versions, and other critical components. This helped organizations reduce the risk of errors, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and improve...

SOLVE:EPS is a software solution that allows z/OS mainframe users to print to TCP/IP printers connected to a local area network. It solves the business problem of integrating legacy mainframe systems with modern printing infrastructure, reducing reliance on specialized and costly mainframe printers. Without SOLVE:EPS, organizations would face higher printing costs and more complex printer management. SOLVE:EPS routes print output...

Solve:Infomaster is a z/OS platform designed for rapid application development focused on data access, processing, and presentation. The core of Solve:Infomaster is the Netmaster Network Control Language (NCL), which is used to create applications. Key commands include those for file I/O, data manipulation, and report generation. Configuration involves defining data sources, output formats, and user interfaces. The system's architecture comprises...