Chapter 3. Installing DB2
Now that you have an overview of DB2, the next step is to install it. In this chapter we walk you through the DB2 installation process on the Windows, Linux, and UNIX platforms with step-by-step installation instructions. For the latest information about DB2 installation system requirements, see
http://www.ibm.com/software/data/db2/udb/sysreqs.html
In this chapter you will learn about:
The various DB2 installation methods
The user IDs and groups required to install DB2
Installing DB2 using the DB2 Setup Wizard
Installing DB2 in a distributed environment using the Silent install method
Installing DB2 licenses
Installing DB2 FixPaks
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