An Introduction to z/OS: The Backbone of Mainframe Computing
z/OS is an advanced operating system designed by IBM, tailored specifically for the company’s mainframe computers. First introduced in 2001 as a successor to OS/390, z/OS has become the central operating system for IBM’s zSeries (now z) mainframes. This operating system plays a critical role in many large enterprises that require high-performance computing for critical workloads such as financial transactions, data processing, and enterprise resource planning. Key Features and Capabilities