Meaning – The Database Management 2 package works on a host of operating systems, including Linux, Unix-Like and Windows. IBM has tailor made the DB2 package for the VSE and VM operating systems, making it, a truly inclusive and multi platform database management package.
The major talking points of DB2 for VSE and VM are –
- Db2 Server for VSE and VM provides enhanced interoperability between z/VSE and distributed platforms such as Linux on IBM Z running applications including Db2 and WebSphere.
- The Client edition delivers powerful features and improved performance to help integrate z/VSE and Linux on IBM Z.
- The Client edition allows you to purchase only the Db2 client, without having to pay for the database server.
The DB2 for VSE and VM is available in two version – an on-premises version and a cloud version. Enterprises or individuals can choose the one that best suits their requirement.
Example of usage – “As the business was using the VSE operating system, the obvious choice for a database management package, was IBM’s DB2 for VSE and VM.”
