What is AS400 Mainframe? (2023)

AS400 Mainframe is one type of minicomputer based on the IBM System with scalability, stability & security.

AS/400 Mainframe is specially designed for large databases and bulk data processing with great speed and powerful hardware.

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AS400 Mainframe is mainly used in finance, banking, health care, insurance company, and different government departments.

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IBM AS400 mainframe can easily maintain new and older applications with excellent compatibility that help transition data from one generation to another.

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Its Makes it easier for companies to upgrade or redesign their systems without worrying about data preservation being lost.

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Iseries mainframe is physically connected to the main processor and stored in a central point of control (CPC) frame.

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Universal automatic computer(UNIVAC) from the UNIVAC series is the best example of an IBM AS400 Mainframe.

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The programming language that AS 400 mainframe includes COBOL (Common Business Oriented Language), RPG, Java & C/C++.

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If you want to know more about the AS400 mainframe with advantages and examples, you can read the full article.

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