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IBM Developer Connection Release 2 Includes Tools for Internet and Intranet Development
Announced on May 6, 1997
SOFTWARE Announcement 297-145
At a Glance
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 gives developers a comprehensive
set of tools to exploit the emerging Internet and intranet markets.
o Web-enabled -- the latest tools, fixes, and documentation are
available
o Easy-to-use -- easy to install, navigate, and update
o Faster-to-market -- helps developers migrate products across
platforms and versions, and bring those products to market faster
o Complete -- an abundance of sample code, technical documentation,
toolkits, templates, and objects provide a one-stop shop
o Leading edge -- helps developers be competitive and achieve
business goals
o Cross-platform -- provides tools developers need to develop
cross-platform, network-enabling applications on IBM and non-IBM
technologies
Subscription Ordering Information
-----------------------------------------
For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative, an IBM
Business Partner, or IBM North America
Sales Call Center at
800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE005
Overview
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 is a new 12-month subscription
program that offers developers the tools and technology they need to
create applications across a wide variety of platforms, including the
ability to integrate network computing with Internet technologies.
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 is part of IBM's initiative to
provide developers with the tools they need to share in the Java
(TM), Internet, network computing, and other rapidly growing markets.
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 provides the tools developers need
to develop communications, database, Internet, Java, systems
management, and transaction software for IBM and non-IBM platforms.
By subscribing to IBM Developer Connection Release 2, you can receive
technical articles, sample code, fixes, utilities, white papers,
pre-release products, operating system toolkits, application
development products, IBM Software Server toolkits, and IBM Software
Server runtimes.
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 has three fee-based subscription
levels -- Member, Advanced, and Premier -- and a no-fee level --
Guest.
The Guest level provides developers access to Java and Web-enablement
tools, source code samples, technical documentation, corrective
service, utilities, and templates. These tools can be accessed by
any developer on the Web at URL:
http://www/developer.ibm.com/
devcon/
The Member level consolidates most of the Guest level onto CDs and
adds more tools and a Java-enabled browser. The Advanced level
subscription adds IBM operating system toolkits and IBM Software
Server toolkits to the Member level subscription. The Premier level
subscription adds a comprehensive client/server test environment to
the Advanced level.
Included with the Member, Advanced, and Premier subscription level
offerings is entitlement to a hardcopy technical magazine filled with
articles from developers. Some articles include sample code, while
others contain hints and tips.
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 is designed to consolidate,
enhance, and replace: IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 (R) and AIX
(R); IBM Developer Connection Cross-Platform Developer Kits; and IBM
Developer Connection Device Driver Kit for OS/2. Refer to the
Description section for information regarding fulfillment of
unexpired subscriptions for IBM Developer Connection offerings being
replaced.
Subscribers to the Member, Advanced, or Premier subscription level
are entitled, during their 12-month subscription period, to receive
any Volumes and Issues that IBM makes available for the particular
level to which they have subscribed. A Volume shall consist of
CD-ROMs containing all applicable tools and information. An Issue is
a refresh of tools and information for a particular Volume and will
not include a reshipment of tools and information you already have.
IBM shall determine when a Volume or Issue is made available and the
contents at each subscription level.
Key Prerequisites
o Workstation with CD-ROM drive (for CD subscriptions)
o Java-enabled browser (one is included) to display HTML files and
run Java applets
Additional hardware and software requirements will vary for
individual products on IBM Developer Connection Release 2.
Intended Customers
o Developers participating in emerging Java, Internet, and network
computing markets
o Customers of IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX; IBM
Developer Connection Cross-Platform Developer Kits; and IBM
Developer Connection Device Driver Kit for OS/2
Planned Availability Date
May 23, 1997
DESCRIPTION
The Internet and intranet software and services markets are
continuing to grow. Businesses are adding Internet technologies to
mission-critical applications. Television makers are adding the
Internet to their list of available "channels," and Internet access
providers are offering services beyond the traditional customer
dial-in services. IBM Developer Connection Release 2 provides the
tools developers need to share in these rapidly growing Internet and
intranet software and services markets.
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 provides developers the technology
they need for integrating client/server computing with the latest IBM
and Internet technologies on multiple platforms. Whether developers
are migrating applications from one platform to another, adding new
function to an existing application, or connecting to the Internet,
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 is the source for a comprehensive
set of development tools.
Subscribers to IBM Developer Connection Release 2 are provided: the
tools needed to build Java and client/server applications on multiple
platforms, IBM pre-released products and tools that reveal a glimpse
into IBM's future, APIs that enable developers to grow client
applications to client/server applications to Internet applications,
and much more. Besides consolidating the latest tools, toolkits, and
documentation for IBM platforms, IBM Developer Connection Release 2
also provides subscribers with tools for additional non-IBM
platforms.
New IBM Developer Connection Release 2 features include a powerful,
Java-based search engine and a Java-based user interface that
displays the categories, product families, and operating system
environments that may be of interest to a developer.
Unexpired Subscriptions
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 replaces:
o IBM Developer Connection Cross-Platform Developer Kits
o IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX
o IBM Developer Connection Device Driver Kit for OS/2
Unexpired subscriptions for IBM Developer Connection Cross-Platform
Developer Kits will be fulfilled with a IBM Developer Connection
Release 2 Premier level subscription. As an IBM Developer Connection
Cross-Platform Developer Kits subscriber, you were entitled to a
subscription to IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX. The
number of IBM Developer Connection Release 2 Volumes and Issues you
are entitled to receive is equal to the number of Volumes you have
remaining on your IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX
subscription.
Unexpired subscriptions for IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX
will be fulfilled with an IBM Developer Connection Release Advanced
level subscription. The number of IBM Developer Connection Release 2
Volumes and Issues you are entitled to receive is equal to the number
of Volumes you have remaining on your IBM Developer Connection for
OS/2 and AIX subscription.
Unexpired subscriptions for IBM Developer Connection Device Driver
Kit for OS/2 will be fulfilled with an IBM Developer Connection
Release 2 Advanced level subscription. As an IBM Developer
Connection Device Driver Kit for OS/2 subscriber, you were entitled
to a subscription to IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX. The
number of IBM Developer Connection Release 2 Volumes and Issues you
are entitled to receive is equal to the number of Volumes you have
remaining on your IBM Developer Connection for OS/2 and AIX
subscription.
Subscription Levels
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 has three fee-based subscription
levels: Member level, Advanced level, and Premier level.
Also available, without subscription and at no charge, is the Guest
level, which you can download via the Web from URL:
http://www.developer.ibm.com/devcon/
The Guest level includes the following:
o Toolkits for Java
o Web-enablement tools
o Source code samples
o Technical documents for IBM Software Servers and operating systems
o Information about known problems, work-arounds, and fixes
o Corrective service for IBM products
o Utilities for various operating systems
o Development templates
The Member level subscription consolidates most of the IBM Developer
Connection Guest level onto CDs. The Member level subscription adds
the following to the Guest level:
o Non-IBM tools
o Java-enabled browser
o Source code samples for device drivers
o Hardcopy technical magazine
o Ability to submit technical questions to IBM via e-mail to
devcon@vnet.ibm.com
The Advanced level subscription is provided on CDs. It builds on the
Member level by providing toolkits for IBM's Software Servers and
operating systems. The Advanced level subscription adds the
following to the Member level:
o Toolkits for IBM Software Servers
o Toolkits for IBM operating systems
o Non-IBM toolkits
o Try-and-buy compilers
The Premier level subscription is provided on CDs. It includes all
of the Advanced level tools and adds a comprehensive test environment
for complex client/server development. The Premier level
subscription adds the following to the Advanced level:
o IBM Software Server runtimes
IBM plans to also make the contents of the Member, Advanced, and
Premier level subscriptions available to subscribers via the
Internet. Planned availability is second quarter 1997.
PRODUCT POSITIONING
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 is IBM's subscription program
designed specifically for software developers.
o The Member and Advanced levels offer a profitable source for
software development support because they provide leading-edge,
cross-platform tools at an attractive price.
o The Premier level represents a profitable source for software
development support because it provides high-quality products for
cross-platform applications, is easy to obtain, and is available
on a timely basis.
Trademarks
AIX and OS/2 are registered trademarks of International
Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other
countries or both.
Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or
service marks of others.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PUBLICATIONS
No hardcopy publications are shipped with these programs.
Displayable Softcopy Publications: Publications are offered in
displayable softcopy form. The displayable manuals are part of the
basic machine-readable material. The files are shipped on CD-ROM.
Many of the displayable manuals are in HTML format and can be read
with a Java (TM)-enabled browser with HTML format support. Other
documentation formats are:
o BookManager -- readable with Library Reader (TM)
o INF -- readable with VIEW or IVIEW
o PDF -- readable with Acrobat Reader
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Specified Operating Environment
Hardware Requirements
o Workstation with CD-ROM drive (for CD subscriptions)
Additional hardware requirements will vary for individual products on
IBM Developer Connection Release 2.
Software Requirements
o Java-enabled browser (one is included) to display HTML files and
run Java applets
Additional software requirements will vary for individual products on
IBM Developer Connection Release 2.
Limitations: Limitations are dictated by the specific product.
Performance Considerations: Performance considerations are dictated
by the specific product.
Planning Information
Packaging
o Welcome letter to IBM Developer Connection Release 2
o Hard cover, three-ring binder
o IBM International License Agreement for IBM Developer Connection
Release 2
o CD-ROMs
Security, Auditability, and Control
The subscriber is responsible for evaluation, selection, and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and
appropriate controls in application systems and communication
facilities.
SUBSCRIPTION ORDERING INFORMATION
IBM Developer Connection Release 2 is a subscription offering that
delivers CD-ROMs. Upgrades are available from Member to Advanced
level, Member to Premier level, and from Advanced to Premier level.
Subscriptions and renewals are offered.
IBM Developer Connection Release 2
Subscription
Subscription Name Number
Member Level 4122174
Advanced Level 4122175
Premier Level 4122176
Member Level Subscription Renewal 4121835
Advanced Level Subscription Renewal 4121836
Premier Level Subscription Renewal 4121837
Member Level Subscription 4121838
Upgrade to Advanced Level
Member Level Subscription 4121839
Upgrade to Premier Level
Advanced Level Subscription 4121840
Upgrade to Premier Level
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Licensing: Refer to the IBM International License Agreement for IBM
Developer Connection Release 2. Individual components of IBM
Developer Connection Release 2 may have additional terms and
conditions in a README file. Customers must accept these additional
terms and conditions, if any, before using the individual component.
Limited Warranty Applies: No
Upgrades: Subscribers can acquire upgrades up to the currently
authorized level of use of the qualifying programs.
Volume Orders: No
Software Advantage Applies: No
Upgrade Protection Applies: No
Entitled Upgrade for Current Upgrade Protection Licensees: No
Variable Charges Apply: No
CHARGES
Contact your IBM representative for charges information for this
announcement.
CALL NOW TO ORDER
To order, contact IBM North America Sales Call Center, your local IBM
representative, or your IBM Business Partner.
IBM North America Sales Call Center, our national direct marketing
organization, can also arrange to put your name on the mailing list
for catalogs of IBM products.
Phone: 800-IBM-CALL
Fax: 800-2IBM-FAX
Internet: ibm_direct@vnet.ibm.com
Mail: IBM North America Sales Call Center
Dept. YE005
P.O. Box 16848
Atlanta, GA 30321-0848
Reference: YE005
To identify your local IBM Business Partner or IBM representative,
call 800-IBM-4YOU.
Note: Shipments will begin after the planned availability date.
Trademarks
Library Reader is a trademark of International Business
Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or
both.
Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or
service marks of others.
.