DB2 CE/PE database server

The IBM DB2 documentation describes the requirements for a Linux DB2 installation.

For example, the libaio package is required for DB2 database servers using asynchronous I/O.

For more information about DB2 installation requirements, refer the IBM DB2 Database for Linux Information Center:

https://www.ibm.com/docs/en/db2/11.5?topic=methods-overview-installing-db2-database-servers-linux-unix

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Note: Starting with IBM DB2 Enterprise Server Edition Version 9.5 Fix Pack 6 the database manager uses a new formula for automatic kernel parameter adjustments. For earlier fix pack versions, you must manually update the kernel parameter settings.