Sitraka Software Introduces DeployDirector Bundler for Java Network Launching Protocol--JNLP.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 2001 Free Bundler for JNLP See Java Web Start. accelerates Java(TM) Technology deployment using Java(TM) Web Start Sitraka Software (formerly KL Group), a leading provider of advanced Java(TM) technology-based development, deployment and management solutions, today introduced the DeployDirector Bundler for Java(TM) Network Launching Protocol (JNLP). Available as a free download from Sitraka Software's Web site, the DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP simplifies the distribution of Java applications and updates across the Internet, and the delivery of Java technology to the enterprise. The DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP is a development tool that accelerates deployment of applications using Java Web Start A mechanism from Sun for delivering full-blown Java applications from a Web server. The programs are initially downloaded using the browser, but run outside of the browser. Contrast with Java applets, which require an open browser window to stay active. . The Java Network Launching Protocol (JNLP) is a Java Community Process Sun's system for allowing third parties to submit requests for new features to Java. JCP is a formal process that must be adhered to, and fees are involved. In 1999, Sun submitted Java to the ECMA standards body, but withdrew its J2SE specification later in the year. (SM)(JCP See Java Community Process. JCP - Java Community Process ) program specification (JSR-56) for the deployment of Java 2 technology applications over the Web. Sun Microsystems' Java Web Start is the first implementation of this new protocol. DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP complements Java Web Start by automatically generating the required XML XML in full Extensible Markup Language. Markup language developed to be a simplified and more structural version of SGML. It incorporates features of HTML (e.g., hypertext linking), but is designed to overcome some of HTML's limitations. files and .WAR file needed by the server to deploy the bundle. "Sitraka Software's DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP is great news for Java Web Start customers," said Rene W. Schmidt, Staff Engineer, Java Web Start, Sun Microsystems Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA[3]) is an American vendor of computers, computer components, computer software, and information-technology services, founded on 24 February 1982. . "The DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP significantly eases and accelerates application deployment based on Java Web Start and further demonstrates the importance of the client-side Java technology and JNLP by the addition of third-party software tools." "Sitraka Software's DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP is a GUI (Graphical User Interface) A graphics-based user interface that incorporates movable windows, icons and a mouse. The ability to resize application windows and change style and size of fonts are the significant advantages of a GUI vs. a character-based interface. tool that provides quick deployment using Java Web Start," said Peter Forint fo·rint n. See Table at currency. [Hungarian, from Italian fiorino, florin; see florin.] Noun 1. , DeployDirector Product Manager at Sitraka Software. "Marrying the DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP to Web Start facilitates immediate proof of concept projects." Sitraka Software's full deployment solution, DeployDirector, is also available for companies with more sophisticated deployment needs. DeployDirector is a highly scalable and cost-effective solution for managing the deployment and updating of client-side Java applications and applets in enterprise environments. DeployDirector takes application deployment management to a new level, enabling companies to automate deployment and manage version usage, while reducing the time and costs associated with deployment in the Web-based enterprise. For more information or a free evaluation of DeployDirector visit: http://www.sitraka.com/deploydirector. Pricing and Availability To download the DeployDirector Bundler for JNLP, visit the Sitraka Web site at www.sitraka.com/jnlp. The product is available free of charge. For additional information on Sitraka Software products or pricing information, please contact the sales department at 1-800-663-4723 (in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. ) or +31 (0)20 510 67 00 (in Europe). You can also send an e-mail to sales@sitraka.com. About Sitraka, Inc. Sitraka (formerly KL Group) is a leading provider of reliable, innovative software solutions that enable enterprise IT organizations to leverage the power of the Internet. A division of Sitraka and a proven leader in the Java technology marketplace, Sitraka Software delivers products and solutions that accelerate the development, deployment and management of Java technology-based Internet applications. Sitraka Software products include DeployDirector, a robust and scalable Java technology-based application deployment solution, JProbe performance tuning Performance tuning is the improvement of system performance. This is typically a computer application, but the same methods can be applied to economic markets, bureaucracies or other complex systems. tools, and JClass Java components. Sitraka Software has forged powerful alliances with key industry leaders including Sun Microsystems, IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) , and BEA BEA - Basic programming Environment for interactive-graphical Applications, from Siemens-Nixdorf. , to ensure that our products integrate seamlessly with the latest development environments and platforms. Sitraka products are sold and supported directly through Sitraka's North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. headquarters in Toronto and European headquarters in Amsterdam, and through a global network of resellers. Visit Sitraka on the Web at www.sitraka.com. About The Java Community Process Program Since its introduction in 1995 as the open, participative process to develop and revise the Java technology specifications, reference implementations, and technology compatibility kits, the Java Community Process program has fostered the evolution of the Java platform in cooperation with the international Java developer community. More than 80 Java technology specifications are in development in the JCP program, which has over 300 company and individual participants. More information on the JCP program is available at http://java.sun.com/aboutJava/communityprocess/ Note: Sitraka DeployDirector, JProbe, and JClass are trademarks of Sitraka, Inc. All other brand names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright(c)2001 Sitraka Inc. (formerly KL Group) Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun logo, Java and Java Community Process are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. |
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