Basics on IBM i AS400
The IBM i AS400 system, initially launched in 1988, is a robust, integrated computing platform designed to manage and streamline business applications. Originally called AS/400, the system was rebranded as IBM i in 2008, reflecting its evolution to support modern workloads, including cloud and mobile applications. Known for its reliability, security, and scalability, the AS400 (IBM i) integrates a processor, operating system, and database (DB2 for i) into a unified system. Its seamless backward compatibility makes it ideal for businesses with legacy applications while enabling them to adopt new technologies with minimal disruption. Over the years, the IBM i AS400 has remained a core computing platform in industries like manufacturing, retail, and finance.