5 Things Everyone Should Know about Mainframes

What comes to mind when you hear the word mainframe? If it’s a computer from the 1950s, you probably don’t know as much about mainframes as you could. Keep reading for five little-known mainframe facts. If you work in the mainframe industry or have a strong background in technology, these mainframe facts may not be […]

The Eye-Opening Benefits of Mainframe Computers

This article on mainframe computers was originally published by Trevor Eddolls on Enterprise Systems Media. Many organizations have mainframe computers installed, yet those organizations often miss out on the power of the mainframe, the amount of revenue that results from the use of the mainframe, and the potential the mainframe has to drive the business […]

Linux vs. z/OS: Which Is the Best Fit for Your Mainframe?

If you run an IBM mainframe today, you have to choose between two great operating systems options to power it:  Linux vs. z/OS. How do you decide? Here’s a guide to choosing the right operating system for your IBM mainframe. A (very) brief history of mainframe operating systems If you have worked in the mainframe […]

Mainframes for Dummies: What Non-Technical Folks Should Know about Mainframes

What do you think when you hear the word mainframe? If you imagine gigantic, outdated machines, then it’s time to educate yourself about what today’s mainframes are like and what they can do. Mainframes in the popular imagination The mainframe suffers from an image problem. Presumably, because mainframes were the first type of computer to enter […]