zLinux Insights

What is zLinux?

zLinux refers to Linux distributions that are designed to run on IBM Z mainframe hardware. It allows users to leverage the robust security, scalability, and reliability of IBM Z systems while utilizing the flexibility and open-source nature of Linux. It is commonly used for enterprise-level applications, databases, and cloud infrastructure.

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What other technologies are related to zLinux?

zLinux Competitor Technologies

AIX

AIX is another Unix-based operating system from IBM, and is an alternative operating system choice to zLinux for server workloads.

mentioned alongside zLinux in 0% (54) of relevant job posts

zLinux Complementary Technologies

zVM

zVM is a hypervisor that can run multiple z/OS and zLinux instances, thereby complementing zLinux by providing a virtualization platform.

mentioned alongside zLinux in 24% (73) of relevant job posts

Unix System Services

Unix System Services (USS) provides a UNIX-compatible environment within z/OS, which can be used alongside zLinux for application development and deployment.

mentioned alongside zLinux in 13% (52) of relevant job posts

zOS

z/OS is the primary operating system for IBM Z mainframes, and zLinux often runs as a guest OS within z/OS or zVM environments. They can co-exist and share resources.

mentioned alongside zLinux in 3% (74) of relevant job posts