Isn't this -very- unique to the System i?
Or at least, it wasn't it the first?
In any case, I think it's very important to note, as it is part of the
base that enhances the reliability so well.
--Alan
Utilizing the Technology-Independent
Machine Interface (TIMI) and storing all data as objects provides the
foundation for all of the flexibility needs and computing resources a
business needs now and into the future.
Mark's mention of "data as objects" needs to be noted. The object-based
structure of... umm... well, essentially everything is a big part of why
it all 'works' together so well for us.
Tom Liotta