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Using IEBEDIT to randomize Job Control Language steps on the mainframe
The IEBEDIT utility for mainframe programming copies data into new data sets and retains the original order. So is it possible to switch IEBEDIT to 'random mode'? Continue Reading
What can you do with the "cat" command?
What happens when you type the "cat" command?
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ICETOOL, SYNCTOOL utilities exclude mainframe subset files
Mainframe programmers can turn to ICETOOL and SYNCTOOL utilities to avoid writing a COBOL program when working with records. Continue Reading
Migrating from Oracle to Linux -- tips and TCO considerations
Netstat: A small but powerful tool for administrators
Learn how to check for network spies using the netstat command.Continue Reading
Get the full command line argument of any running process with bash
Get the full commandline arguments of any running process with this tip.Continue Reading
Watch out when changing the name of IBM VSAM files
You can rename VSAM datasets, but you might lock the mainframe out of VSAM files if you do it incorrectly. Here's how to change a VSAM name.Continue Reading
Is there a way to manage DFHCSD file using the batch utility DFHCSDUP?
Working with IBM SMF record types to monitor mainframe performance
Historical SMF records on a mainframe offer insights into performance. Extract this data for basic reports or add modifiers to customize the report.Continue Reading