History
CICS was originally developed by IBM in 1966 to meet the needs of the public utility industry. It was officially released in 1969 and has since become a mainstay in enterprise computing.
Features
- High-volume online transaction processing.
- Support for multiple programming languages including COBOL, Java, and C++.
- Advanced integration with web services, REST APIs, and JSON technologies.
Components
CICS comprises various components such as the Task Control Program, File Control Program, and Terminal Control Program, designed to manage memory, transactions, and data efficiently.
Modern Uses
With advancements like Java and Node.js support, CICS continues to evolve, enabling integration with modern cloud environments and enterprise systems.