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IBM z/OS Mainframe Practitioner
The learner will develop foundational skills in IBM Z hardware and software, especially around z/OS and System Administration. Through hands-on labs working on a live IBM Z... Read more
- Understand architectural families and the functions of an operating system
- What is Sysplex and methods available for z/OS security.
- IOCP statements for the IOCDS and the concept of activation profiles.
- IPLing an operating system
Pre-requisites
Ideal candidates will have some background in computer programming or system administration.
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