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CICS to JES provides a mechanism for transferring output from CICS applications to the JES spool for printing and output management. The primary function is to enable CICS applications to leverage JES's robust printing and output capabilities. The product interacts with JES through CICS commands and potentially custom interfaces. Key components include those within the CICS region that handle print...

The CICS Transaction Affinities Utility is a tool for identifying applications with affinities in CICS environments. It scans CICS program libraries to detect programs that must execute within the same CICS region. The utility operates through batch jobs, using JCL to specify input datasets and control parameters. The output is a report detailing the affinity relationships. Key components include the...

CICS Transaction Gateway provides connectivity between external applications and CICS TS for z/OS. It supports various client types, including Java, C, .NET, and COBOL, allowing for flexible integration options. The architecture includes the CICS Transaction Gateway server, the CICS region, and client applications, communicating via TCP/IP and SNA. Key operations involve configuring connection parameters, managing security settings, and monitoring gateway...

CICS Transaction Server is a transaction processing system designed for z/OS and z/VSE environments. It offers a comprehensive set of services including transaction management, security, and data access. Applications communicate with CICS using command-level programming, employing commands such as `EXEC CICS READ`, `EXEC CICS WRITE`, `EXEC CICS START`, and `EXEC CICS LINK`. Key system components include the CICS kernel, storage...

CICS VSAM Copy provided a method for creating consistent copies of VSAM datasets used by CICS applications. It ensured data consistency through point-in-time copies, preventing interruption of CICS online processing. Key operations included defining VSAM datasets to be copied, specifying target datasets, and configuring copy methods. Security relied on z/OS security systems like RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret for access...

CICS VSAM Recovery provides a mechanism for recovering VSAM datasets, using CICS journals to perform forward recovery. This ensures data consistency and availability in CICS environments. The system integrates tightly with CICS Transaction Server and VSAM, using native APIs accessed through COBOL, Assembler, and PL/I. Key commands include RECOVER, to initiate the recovery process, and BACKUP, to create backup copies...

CICS VSAM Transparency provides a solution for migrating VSAM data to Db2 databases. It operates by intercepting VSAM calls within the CICS environment and translating them into corresponding SQL statements for Db2. This approach reduces the application changes required for migration. Key components include the VSAM intercept module, the SQL translator, and the configuration repository. The VSAM intercept module resides...

CICS/DupS is a session management tool for CICS environments running on z/OS. It provides the ability to control the number of concurrent CICS sessions based on userid, CICS terminal ID, or VTAM LU. A key feature is its support for multiple CICS sessions originating from a single 3270 session. This capability can improve user productivity and streamline workflows. This product...

CICS/EM is a tool designed to simplify and automate CICS administration tasks on z/OS. It addresses the challenges of managing complex CICS environments by providing features for resource management, monitoring, and batch processing. With CICS/EM, administrators can perform tasks such as deleting orphan temporary storage queues, opening and closing files from batch, and enabling or disabling TD queues and transactions...

CICS/Fax is a Windows-based server application designed to streamline output management from CICS applications. It routes output to fax, email, or network drives. The architecture comprises the Input Queue Manager, Routing Engine, Output Processor, and Communication Modules. These components work together to process and deliver output. Communication uses TCP/IP. Administration is performed through the Windows server interface, with logging via...

CICS/FCTD is a utility designed to streamline the management of CICS file definitions on z/OS and zVSE/VSEn platforms. Key operations include CREATE FILE, ALTER FILE, DELETE FILE, LIST FILE, and DISPLAY FILE. The tool exposes a native API for programmatic interaction, with functions to create, modify, and delete file definitions. The architecture includes a Command Processor, File Definition Manager, Data...

CICS/Fileserv is a utility designed to streamline the management of file definitions within a CICS environment. It offers a centralized approach to defining, maintaining, and controlling access to files used by CICS applications. Key commands include DEFINE FILE, ALTER FILE, LIST FILE, and DELETE FILE, which are executed through the CICS command-level interface. The system relies on the CICS security...

CICS/Juggler is designed to enhance productivity in CICS environments by allowing users to manage multiple CICS sessions concurrently. The core architecture comprises the Session Manager, Terminal Interface, and Application Gateway. The Session Manager handles the lifecycle of multiple CICS sessions, while the Terminal Interface provides the user interface for interaction. The Application Gateway facilitates communication using the 3270 protocol. Key...

CICS/Lock is a security tool designed to automatically lock inactive CICS 3270 sessions. This product addresses the business problem of unauthorized access to sensitive data displayed on unattended terminals. When a session is idle for a defined period, CICS/Lock displays a logon screen, requiring the user to re-enter their password. This simple mechanism significantly reduces the risk of data breaches...

CICS/Log View is a utility designed to enhance CICS operations by providing a centralized interface for viewing and managing CICS logs. It supports browsing CSMT, CSCS, and CADL logs directly from a CICS session. The product operates on z/OS and zVSE/VSEn platforms and requires CICS/Message. Key components include the Log Viewer Interface, Log Data Retriever, and Message Router. Users interact...

CICS/Mapr II is a valuable tool for streamlining CICS application development. It provides a visual screen design interface, reducing the need for manual coding of 3270 screens. Key benefits include faster development cycles, improved screen design consistency, and easier maintenance of CICS applications. The tool supports z/OS and zVSE/VSEn platforms, ensuring compatibility with existing mainframe environments. Common commands include CREATE...

CICS/Menu II is designed to streamline the creation and management of CICS application menus. The core functionality revolves around a 3270 interface for defining menu structures, associating menu options with CICS transactions, and managing user access. The system utilizes configuration files to store menu definitions and user permissions. Key components include the Menu Definition Manager, the Security Manager, and the...

CICS/Morning News (CMN) is a mainframe-based messaging system designed to deliver information to users at CICS logon. It operates within z/OS and zVSE/VSEn environments, leveraging 3270 terminals for message display. CMN consists of core components that interact with CICS transactions to display messages. Key features include message broadcasting, user targeting, and administrative controls. CMN uses configuration files to define messages,...

CICS/On Line File Utility is a tool for browsing and updating CICS files and temporary storage queues. It integrates directly into the CICS environment, providing a streamlined approach to file management. Key commands include BROWSE, EDIT, DISPLAY, UPDATE, and FIND. The utility leverages CICS security features for authentication and access control, using CICS security profiles for role-based access control (RBAC)....

CICS/QEDITOR is a utility for managing CICS Temporary Storage queues. It provides a command-line interface within the CICS environment. Key components include the CICS transaction program and the Temporary Storage access module. Common commands include BROWSE, EDIT, CREATE, and DELETE. Access control is managed through CICS security, using resource definitions and user profiles. CICS/QEDITOR enhances developer productivity by providing a...