Course Description

This course describes how open standards are implemented in a z/OS system by z/OS UNIX. UNIX System Services are introduced, and the role of z/OS as a server in the open systems environment is discussed. This is an introductory level course. It provides an overview of z/OS UNIX System Services (usually abbreviated to z/OS UNIX) as seen by the user. Details of installation and implementation for system programmers are not covered in this course.

Objectives

• Discuss the role of z/OS in an open systems environment
• Identify the basic terms used in z/OS UNIX
• Define the components of z/OS UNIX
• Explain major functions provided in z/OS UNIX
• Discuss opportunities for applications in a z/OS UNIX environment
• Identify z/OS base elements and optional features that make up z/OS UNIX
• Use the two interactive interfaces available to access the services

Audience

NA

Prerequisites

NA

Content

Refer to Objective