Database services


This section contains information about the use and control of databases, and about the operational aspects of using data tables.

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Information in this section provides details about the CICS Database 2 (DB2) interface, including an introduction to the CICS attachment facility, and a discussion about the CICS DB2 resource control table. There is guidance about migration and security.

Information about the CICS-IMS interface using Database Control (DBCTL) includes guidance on evaluating, installing, and using DBCTL. The concepts of shared data tables are explained, and information is provided for problem determination. Details about CICS-maintained data tables, and a discussion about data integrity are included.

This section of the navigation also covers the use of shared data tables (SDT) as an extension to CICS file management services. You will find information about using user exits to customize CICS services. Topics on using statistics are also included, covering data that is produced concerning timings and resources used by the system as a whole, as well as CICS performance measurements.