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Features

CAIENF provides the following features:

• Single Operating System Interface—A single interface lets CA applications minimize dependencies on IBM‑provided exits and intercept points. As a result, new operating system releases do not affect applications that use CAIENF.
• Ease of Customization—Many aspects of CAIENF operation are specified by control options that are processed at startup. You can override most control options at any time by issuing a CAIENF command from any operator console. Changes to most control options have no impact on running applications.
• Dynamic Installation and Reconfiguration—All operating system intercepts are installed at CAIENF startup without needing any IPLs or permanent modifications to IBM or vendor code. You can refresh critical CAIENF modules dynamically to apply (or remove) emergency maintenance without impacting the applications that use CAIENF services.
• High Performance—CAIENF exploits the latest in operating system and hardware technology to ensure that the overall performance, reliability, and serviceability of CA applications meet the needs of the most demanding installations.
• Relational Database Technology—Relational database technology is exploited for product data as well as for logging and recovery. The database provides enhanced recoverability, enabling products to retrieve data they may have missed while shutting down or because of application failure. The control options in CAIENF let you manage z/OS logging and recovery data for all products in a simple, consistent manner.

  The database provides a central mechanism for reporting and auditing; many applications can share the same database.

• Built‑in Diagnostic Aids—Diagnostic aids simplify problem determination and reapplication tasks. Messages, traces, and dumps are produced when an error occurs, and can be requested manually.