The TMA TCP Handler is invoked automatically by the Listener process. Once invoked, the Handler takes control of the socket connection and retains control until either the Handler is shut down or until there is a network problem that affects the socket connection. The Handler processes service requests up to the configured multiplex count. To process more service requests than the configured multiplex count, TMA TCP gateway starts more than one Handler. For limitations of the IBM Sockets for CICS Listener, refer to the appropriate IBM product documentation.

• Initializing the Handler
  
• Processing Remote Service Requests
  
• Shutting Down the Handler
  
• Starting the Requester Program
  
• Processing TMA TCP for CICS Originated Service Requests
  
• Shutting Down the Requester