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Unicenter Randomizer Analyzer Program was a tool used to analyze and optimize the performance of IMS databases by focusing on the randomizer module. This module is critical for determining how data is stored and accessed within the database. The tool provided insights into data distribution, collision rates, and storage utilization, enabling administrators to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. It helped...

UNICOM/Central TSO is a TSO front-end designed to streamline access to UNICOM products on z/OS. It provides a user-friendly interface within the TSO/ISPF environment, enhancing user productivity and simplifying the management of UNICOM software. The system's architecture centers around the TSO/ISPF interface, UNICOM product access modules, and underlying z/OS system services. These components communicate using standard z/OS protocols. Authentication is...

UNICOM/Central VTAM is a VTAM-based application designed to enhance mainframe operations by providing a front-end for UNICOM products. Key components include the VTAM Interface, Session Manager, and Security Module. The VTAM Interface handles communication, the Session Manager manages 3270 sessions, and the Security Module enforces security policies. Common commands include START, STOP, DISPLAY, and MODIFY, with syntax like START SESSIONNAME....

Unified Key Orchestrator (UKO) offers centralized encryption key management across diverse environments, including on-premises systems and cloud platforms like IBM Cloud, AWS KMS, Azure Key Vault, and Google Cloud. It streamlines key lifecycle management, encompassing key generation, distribution, rotation, and revocation. UKO exposes REST APIs for integration, featuring endpoints such as `/keys`, `/policies`, and `/groups`, facilitating automated key management tasks....

UniKix provided a runtime environment for COBOL applications designed for CICS on UNIX and Windows platforms. It emulated the CICS environment, including transaction management and VSAM file access. The architecture comprised a CICS emulator, VSAM file manager, and terminal handler. Administration was performed via a command-line interface (CLI), with commands like `cicstart`, `cicstop`, and `vsamcreate`. Security features were limited, with...

UniKix 3270 Pathway provides a robust solution for integrating Java applications with 3270-based mainframe systems. The core architecture consists of the Pathway Server, the Session Manager, and the API layer. The Pathway Server handles incoming client requests and manages the 3270 sessions. The Session Manager is responsible for session creation, termination, and state management. The API layer provides the interface...

UniKix BPE is a batch processing solution designed to execute z/OS and z/VSE batch applications on open systems platforms such as Windows and UNIX. Key components include the Job Entry Subsystem (JES) emulator and the Batch Execution Engine. The system supports COBOL, PL/I, Java, and C. Administration is primarily through a Command Line Interface (CLI). The product provides APIs for...

UniKix Manager is a critical tool for managing UniKix TPE environments. It comprises the Manager Daemon, Event Processor, and User Interface. The Manager Daemon controls instance lifecycle, the Event Processor handles events, and the User Interface provides monitoring and management capabilities. Key commands include 'start', 'stop', and 'status' for instance control. Configuration files define system parameters, and the User Interface...

UniKix Secure is designed to enhance the security posture of UniKix TPE environments. It implements RBAC, allowing for granular control over user access. Key components include the Security Manager, which handles authentication and authorization, and the Audit Logger, which tracks security-related events. The system supports various authentication methods, including LDAP and Kerberos. Configuration is managed through a combination of configuration...

UniKix TPE is designed to execute transaction-based applications originally developed for CICS, IMS, and CA IDMS environments on Windows and UNIX platforms. Key components include the Transaction Processing Engine, which handles transaction management; the Resource Manager, which manages system resources; and the Communication Manager, which handles network interactions. These components communicate using internal messaging protocols. UniKix TPE supports various databases...

UNISON was a suite of file transfer products designed for z/OS environments, enabling data exchange between mainframes and PCs. Key components included RAMLink, which provided PC access to RAMIS reports; VirtuaLink, which facilitated PC access to MVS data; and LinkIT, which supported asynchronous micro/mainframe connectivity. UNISON aimed to streamline data access and reporting by integrating mainframe data with desktop applications....

The Stonebranch Universal Agent for z/OS provides comprehensive automation capabilities for z/OS workloads within the Universal Automation Center (UAC). It supports JCL, TSO commands, batch jobs, and started tasks, integrating with z/OS security systems for authentication and authorization. The agent communicates with the UAC using a proprietary protocol over TCP/IP, ensuring secure and reliable communication. Key commands include `SUBMIT JOB(jobname)`,...

Universal Link is a software application designed to streamline and secure file transfer and EDI processes. It automates the exchange of business documents and data between organizations, reducing manual intervention and improving data accuracy. It is particularly useful for organizations that need to comply with data security regulations and industry standards. Universal Link runs on z/OS and zVSE/VSEn platforms and...

Universal SSH Key Manager is a multiplatform solution designed to centrally manage SSH keys, addressing the challenges of key sprawl and security risks. It supports z/OS environments, providing secure storage and management of SSH keys used by applications and system administrators. The architecture includes the Key Management Server, Agents deployed on managed systems, and a Web Console for administration. Agents...

Universal Test Manager (UTM) is a robust solution for automating the testing of 3270 and VT100 terminal applications on z/OS, z/VM, and zVSE/VSEn platforms. UTM offers key benefits such as reduced testing time, increased test coverage, and improved software quality. The core components include the Test Manager, Test Executor, and Test Repository, which communicate via TCP/IP. Key commands include 'CREATE...

UNLOAD PLUS for DB2 is a high-performance utility designed to efficiently unload data from DB2 tables. It leverages parallel processing and optimized data access methods to significantly reduce unload times compared to the standard DB2 UNLOAD utility. The core components include the UNLOAD PLUS Engine, the Data Mover, and the Control Card Processor. The utility is managed through control cards,...

UPSTREAM/SOS is a z/OS backup and recovery solution, designed to protect data on IBM and EMC distributed data features. It offers file-level and incremental backups, enhancing data protection. Key commands include BACKUP, RESTORE, and LIST. Administration is performed via ISPF panels and batch jobs, with user management handled through z/OS security. The Backup Engine, Restore Engine, and Catalog Manager are...

ussAction provides comprehensive change management for z/OS USS files. The system monitors file modifications, automatically backs up changed files, and generates detailed reports. Key components include the monitoring service, backup service, and reporting engine. These components communicate internally to ensure efficient operation. ussAction does not use a database; it stores configuration data in files and uses the z/OS file system...

UTS, a System V UNIX variant for System z mainframes, offers a command-line interface for system management and application execution. Key components include the kernel, file system, shell, and utilities. The system uses a hierarchical file system, with configuration files in `/etc`. User management involves commands like `useradd`, `usermod`, and `userdel`. UTS does not expose APIs. Security relies on traditional...

V-Share addresses the challenge of concurrent access to CICS VSAM files by batch jobs. It avoids the traditional approach of quiescing CICS regions, which leads to downtime. V-Share uses a shared data space architecture, intercepting VSAM I/O requests and redirecting them to the appropriate CICS region. The VSADMIN configuration file defines the CICS regions and VSAM datasets to be shared....