
Deployment Server for Java— Q & A
What is the Deployment Server for Java?
The Inprise Deployment Server, which ships with JBuilder 2 Client/Server Suite, allows Java developers and information system managers to centrally deploy, manage, and update their Java applications across Corporate Information Networks. IS managers benefit by being able to significantly reduce application deployment and maintenance costs while remote clients gain immediate and reliable access to the most current version of any application.
Why use the Deployment Server for Java?
The Deployment Server allows organizations to significantly reduce application deployment and maintenance costs by simplifying the distribution and management of their Java applications. Zero administration clients gain immediate and reliable access to the most current version of an application. Java developers and information system managers can now centrally distribute, update, and monitor their corporate and departmental Java applications.
Who should use the Deployment Server for Java?
Java developers and information system managers who want to simplify the deployment and maintenance of their Java applications.
What platforms does the Deployment Server for Java support?
Since the Deployment Server is written entirely using Java and Swing, it can run on any Java platform. This makes it an ideal application deployment and management solution in a heterogeneous computing environment.
Does the Deployment Server ensure compatibility between applications and the JDK (Java Development Kit)?
The Deployment Server supports different versions of the same class, in turn supporting different versions of an application. This eliminates the need and cost for an organization to standardize on a specific version of the JDK or Internet Browser. In addition, the Deployment Server ensures JDK compatibility by automatically updating the client with the proper JRE (Java Runtime Environment) version.
What are the system requirements for the Deployment Server for Java?
Any system capable of running Java applications can use the Deployment Server for Java.
Can the Deployment Server for Java be used to deploy applications written in C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, and other development tools?
Yes, the Deployment Server can be used to distribute applications created with other tools, including Borland Delphi and Borland C++ Builder.
How do I purchase the Deployment Server for Java?
The Deployment Server ships with the JBuilder 2 Client/Server Suite, making it both the preferred Java development environment among corporate and IT leaders, and an application deployment and management solution.
What is the cost of deploying the Deployment Server?
The JBuilder 2 Client/Server Suite includes a development license for the Deployment Server. There is a per server (unlimited clients) deployment fee. For pricing please contact your Inprise sales representative at (408) 431-1064.
International customers should contact their local Inprise office or reseller.
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