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Override is designed to transparently improve VSAM performance on z/OS and z/VSE systems. It optimizes I/O operations without requiring changes to application code or JCL. The architecture consists of the Intercept Module, Optimization Engine, and Statistics Collector. Override supports VSAM ESDS, KSDS, and RRDS data sets, optimizing both batch and online processing. It integrates with existing security systems, such as...

P-Tracker is a software tool designed to monitor program and load module usage on z/OS systems. It addresses the challenge of understanding how software assets are being utilized within the mainframe environment. P-Tracker provides detailed insights into application usage, enabling organizations to optimize software licensing costs, improve resource allocation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The tool offers features such...

P/390 provided a platform for emulating a System z mainframe on a PC. The architecture comprised the emulator software, the Server-on-Board, and the OS/2 operating system. The emulator software translated mainframe instructions into PC-compatible instructions. The Server-on-Board provided the necessary hardware to support the emulation. Communication occurred through the OS/2 operating system and network interfaces. Key administrative tasks included managing...

P2P Sync is a critical component of Rocket Software's Advanced Recall suite, designed to automate the synchronization and auditing of peer-to-peer VTS volumes on z/OS. The system comprises several key components, including the Synchronization Engine, Audit Manager, and Configuration Manager, all managed via the Command-Line Interface (CLI). The CLI provides a centralized interface for configuration, monitoring, and reporting. The software...

PAC/MASTER was a z/OS software solution designed to improve the space efficiency of ISAM disk datasets. It addressed issues such as fragmentation and underutilization, helping organizations optimize storage usage. The software operated through a command-line interface, with users submitting batch jobs via JCL to perform analysis and reorganization tasks. Key functionalities included identifying wasted space, reorganizing datasets, and generating reports...

Pacbase Migration streamlines the migration of VisualAge Pacbase applications to COBOL. The core architecture comprises a Parser, Translator, and Code Generator. The Parser analyzes Pacbase source code, the Translator converts it to COBOL, and the Code Generator produces the final COBOL code. Configuration files are crucial for defining mapping rules and data type conversions. The tool uses a command-line interface...

PACLOG for DB2 is a utility designed to compress and manage DB2 log files, enhancing database performance and storage efficiency. The system comprises key components such as the PACLOG Controller, which manages the overall operations, and the Log Compression Engine, responsible for compressing the log data. Communication occurs through the DB2 interface and the z/OS operating system. The tool utilizes...

Page Printer Formatting Aid is a utility for formatting mainframe data (EBCDIC or ASCII) for AFP/IPDS printers. Key components include the formatter engine, input data reader, control file interpreter, and output writer. The primary interface is JCL and control files; there are no APIs. Common commands include `FORMAT`, `DEFINE`, `INCLUDE`, `PAGE`, and `OVERLAY`. Security relies on the underlying OS (e.g.,...

PageCenter is designed to streamline JES output management on z/OS. The system comprises the LRS/MVS Server, PageCenter Web Access, and client interfaces for TSO, CICS, and VTAM. The LRS/MVS Server archives output from VPS. Key commands include VIEW, SEARCH, PRINT, and DELETE. The system uses configuration files to define report storage and access parameters. PageCenter provides web-based access via LRS/Net,...

Panvalet is a source code management system designed for mainframe environments such as z/OS, z/VM, and zVSE/VSEn. It provides version control, security, and audit facilities for managing source code, JCL, documentation libraries, and other source-related resources. The system uses Access Control Lists (ACLs) for security, allowing granular control over who can access and modify resources. Key commands include ADD, FETCH,...

Papyrus DocEXEC is a document formatting component of the Papyrus Document System, designed for multi-platform use. It provides capabilities to format documents with complex layouts, including boxes, shadings, tables, charts, angled text, and conditional text/data functionality. A notable feature is its ability to import and enhance existing IBM standard PAGEDEFs, allowing organizations to modernize their document formatting processes while preserving...

Papyrus Host is a z/OS-based print and output management solution that serves as a component of the broader ISIS Papyrus platform. It provides capabilities for managing print streams, AFP resources, and data exchange within a mainframe environment. The system integrates with key z/OS subsystems such as JES2 and JES3 to capture and route print output to the Papyrus Server for...

Papyrus PostCalc is a key module within the Papyrus Business Communication Platform, focusing on optimizing document output for postal delivery. It provides capabilities for calculating postage from page numbers and weight, merging documents into envelopes, adding inserts, and optimizing print volumes to minimize postage costs. The system integrates tightly with the Papyrus PrintPool for managing print jobs and uses configurable...

Papyrus PostProcessing, PrintPool offers a robust solution for automating report generation and output management. It collects output from diverse sources, including JES, WebSphere MQ, CICS queues, databases, and text files. The system collates, bundles, sorts, and distributes output, which can be directed to users or stored in DB2. Key operations include COLLECT, COLLATE, BUNDLE, SORT, and DISTRIBUTE. The architecture comprises...

Papyrus WebArchive is a system for archiving and retrieving print output. It captures output streams, indexes them, and provides access through a web browser or an XML API. Key components include the Capture Engine, which intercepts print streams; the Indexing Service, which creates searchable indexes; and the Storage Manager, which handles data storage. The system supports output formats including PDF,...

Partitioned Database Facility for IMS (PDF-IMS) enhances IMS database capabilities by enabling databases to surpass standard size limits without application modifications. Key components include the Partition Manager, which handles database partitioning, and the Data Access Module, which manages data retrieval and storage. PDF-IMS uses control statements for operations such as partition creation (`PARTITION CREATE`), data loading (`LOAD`), and data retrieval....

Pascal/VS was an early implementation of the Pascal programming language for IBM's z/OS and z/VM mainframe environments. It provided a structured programming approach, which was intended to improve code readability and maintainability. The system comprised a compiler, linker, and runtime environment. Key commands included `COMPILE`, `LINK`, and `RUN`, executed via JCL. The compiler translated Pascal source code into machine code....

PASSPORT Host Integration Objects facilitates the integration of Windows applications with legacy host systems, such as IBM mainframes and AS/400 systems. The product provides terminal emulation for 3270 and 5250 environments, enabling Windows applications to interact with host applications. Key components include the Terminal Emulator, Host Access Library, and Windows Application Interface. The native API offers methods for sending keystrokes,...

PASSPORT PC to HOST is a Windows-based terminal emulator designed to provide access to mainframe and other host systems. Key components include the Client Application, Communication Manager, and Configuration Manager. The Client Application provides the user interface. The Communication Manager handles the TCP/IP connections. The Configuration Manager allows administrators to set up connections, manage users, and configure security. Authentication is...

Passport Web to Host is a web-based terminal emulator designed for accessing mainframe applications. It supports 3270, 5250 (System i / AS/400), and VT* terminal types, enabling connectivity to z/OS, z/VM, and zVSE/VSEn environments. The architecture comprises a Web Server, Session Manager, and Host Connection Manager. Communication uses HTTP/HTTPS for client interaction and TN3270, TN5250, and VT protocols for host...