Toad for DB2 v6.0 is now available

Toad for IBM DB2
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We are pleased to announce the release of Toad for DB2 v6.0. This new version is now available for customers to download at SupportLink and for trial download at Toad for DB2 LUW or. Toad for DB2 z/OS

This new release contains some new enhancements for both the LUW and Z/OS editions of Toad for DB2. Other enhancements include:

Main enhancements include:

  • Now you can use any DB2 client because the specific Toad DB2 client is no longer required
  • You can easily execute scripts remotely using the new Wizard without having to install the LUW Agent
  • Toad for IBM DB2 z/OS Components are now easily installed with a new Wizard
  • Our Compare Object feature offers greatly improved possibilities and newly added options
  • Completely reworked main toolbar with large buttons offers much easier access to the most important functions
    Other enhancements include:

Toad for IBM DB2 LUW 6.0

  • New space usage refresh feature

  • Enhanced space usage history and prediction

  • IBM® DB2® pureScale® member information tab and others
    Toad for IBM DB2 z/OS 6.0

  • Enhanced space usage management

  • Support for z/OS DB2 11 Variables

  • Support for CHECK INDEX statement and others
    A full list of new enhancements and resolved issues can be found in the release notes

The v6.0 freeware installer can be downloaded at Toad_DB2_Freeware.

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I really like the new look and feel of the product. Not having the DB2 for z/OS client included is proving to be a bit of a challenge though.