Fun things to do with your VM/370 machine
Hi All. I made this as an fun intro to help people who have zero IBM mainframe experience and no access to a modern IBM mainframe (at least, not access to do whatever you want with it). I appreciate tips, suggestions and anything that might improve the experience for someone who has no idea of how those machines operate(d).
Fun things to do with your VM/370 machine launched on January 11, 2026 with 20 votes, #724 of 14,584 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.
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Fun things to do with your VM/370 machine is an introductory guide for people new to IBM mainframe computing who lack access to modern systems. It offers practical activities and information about how mainframes operate, designed for complete beginners. The resource helps users explore mainframe technology through a VM/370 emulator environment without requiring corporate access or specialized knowledge.
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