How is the IBM Z architecture better equipped than the x86 architecture to address this specific issue?

A client is concerned about their x86 database I/O response time. Further analysis reveals significant I/O wait delay. How is the IBM Z architecture better equipped than the x86 architecture to address this specific issue?A . It leverages the VRIO (Vector I/O) to control I/O wait.B . It leverages the...

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In an environment with one IBM z14 and one z/OS LPAR, what component would contribute to higher availability?

In an environment with one IBM z14 and one z/OS LPAR, what component would contribute to higher availability?A . Dual HMC setupB . Three Phase Line cordC . Parallel SysplexD . RAIM Memory technologyView AnswerAnswer: C

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Which IBM Cloud offering relies on Secure Service Container (SSC) for its security?

Which IBM Cloud offering relies on Secure Service Container (SSC) for its security?A . IBM Cloud DevOpsB . IBM Cloud Secure VirtualizationC . IBM Cloud Provisioning and ManagementD . IBM Blockchain PlatformView AnswerAnswer: C

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What can a general purpose CP on the LinuxONE Rockhopper II or Emperor II be used for?

What can a general purpose CP on the LinuxONE Rockhopper II or Emperor II be used for?A . IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator (IDAA)B . Geographically Dispersed Parallel Sysplex (GDPS)C . Secure Service Container (SSC)D . Dynamic Provision Manager (DPM)View AnswerAnswer: B

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Why are IBM Db2 z/OS customers uniquely positioned to take advantage of hybrid transactional and analytical processing (HTAP)?

Why are IBM Db2 z/OS customers uniquely positioned to take advantage of hybrid transactional and analytical processing (HTAP)?A . They can leverage high-value, sensitive data in a security-rich environment with the IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator.B . They can use IBM Open Data Analytics for z/OS to securely combine data and...

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Which of the following best describes the term “RPO”?

Which of the following best describes the term “RPO”?A . The point at which the data is in a consistent state at both the primary and the backup sites.B . The point at which the business declares a disaster.C . The point at which GDPS software begins automatic failover.D ....

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What system function should be recommended?

Due to recent data protection legislation, your client has asked how to protect the integrity of their z/OS audit records. What system function should be recommended?A . Pervasive EncryptionB . zSecure AuditC . Crypto Express adapterD . Signed SMF dataView AnswerAnswer: A

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What are the considerations, if any, that the customer has to include into their plans for upgrading?

A z14 ZR1 is configured for Capacity Marker W06 and 6 IFLs. At the time of purchase, the customer had not expected growth. Therefore, the CPC was configured as a Max12 (FC#0637). However, additional Java workload makes the deployment of a zIIP engine feasible. What are the considerations, if any,...

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Which of the following is used to consolidate host channels on an IBM z14?

Which of the following is used to consolidate host channels on an IBM z14?A . CFSIZER toolB . FICON Aggregation analysisC . Fit for Purpose studyD . zBNA toolView AnswerAnswer: D

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When planning a new disk unit to populate the reserved 16U space on a z14 ZR1, what could prevent installation?

When planning a new disk unit to populate the reserved 16U space on a z14 ZR1, what could prevent installation?A . 8U minimum and two power cordsB . Weight and power consumptionC . Height and maximum capacityD . 6U minimum and FlashView AnswerAnswer: C

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