Additional Porting and Deployment Considerations

„“Wireless Application Protocol Applications” on page 2-35

„“Writable config.xml File” on page 2-35

„“XML 7.0 Parser and Transformer” on page 2-36

„“Deprecated APIs and Features” on page 2-36

„“Removed APIs and Features” on page 2-37

Applications and Managed Servers

By default, applications are deployed to the Administration Server. However, in most cases, this is not good practice. You should use the Administration Server only for administrative purposes. Use the Administration Console to define new managed servers and associate the applications with those servers. For more information, see Using WebLogic Server Clusters and Overview of WebLogic System Administration in the Administration Guide.

Deployment

By default, WebLogic Server version 7.0 uses the two-phase deployment model. For more information on this deployment model and other 7.0 deployment features, see WebLogic Server Deployment in Developing WebLogic Server Applications.

Therefore, if you deploy a 4.5 or 5.1 application in your 7.0 server, the deployment model is unspecified and, thus, uses a two-phase deployment. For more information, see the Release Notes.

Plug-ins

The communication between the plug-in and WebLogic Server 4.5 and 5.1 is clear text. The plug-ins in WebLogic Server 7.0 support SSL communication between the plug-in and the back-end WebLogic Server.

To upgrade the plug-in, copy the new plug-in over the old one and restart the IIS, Apache, or iPlanet web server.

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7 specifications

BEA 7, a significant product from BEA Systems, represents a cornerstone in enterprise application integration and service-oriented architecture. As a comprehensive solution for developing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise-level applications, it brings a host of features that cater to the needs of businesses seeking agility and reliability in their IT infrastructure.

One of the standout characteristics of BEA 7 is its robust support for service-oriented architecture (SOA). This enables businesses to create applications as loosely coupled services, facilitating easier integration and scalability. The platform's emphasis on middleware technologies allows organizations to streamline their IT operations, enhance interoperability, and reduce time to market for new applications.

BEA 7 includes a powerful application server that provides a reliable runtime environment for managing applications. Offering high availability and scalability, it can successfully handle the demands of high-volume transactions while ensuring optimal performance. The built-in clustering capability ensures that applications can remain operational even in the event of server failures, which is critical for mission-critical applications.

Another notable feature of BEA 7 is its capabilities for web services. With support for industry standards such as XML, SOAP, and WSDL, users can easily expose and consume services across diverse platforms. This allows businesses to take full advantage of an interconnected ecosystem and simplifies the process of integrating various applications and data sources.

Security is a paramount consideration in BEA 7, which includes strong authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms to protect sensitive data. The platform's comprehensive security features ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and protect against potential threats, which is particularly important for sectors handling sensitive information, such as finance and healthcare.

BEA 7 also embraces innovative technologies such as the Java EE platform, facilitating the development of cross-platform applications. The integrated development environment (IDE) offers numerous tools for developers, making it easier to design, debug, and deploy applications. Developers benefit from built-in support for commonly used frameworks and libraries, improving productivity and enabling rapid application development.

In summary, BEA 7 stands out as a powerful enterprise solution, distinguished by its support for SOA, robust application server capabilities, web services integration, strong security features, and a developer-friendly environment. These attributes make BEA 7 an essential tool for organizations aiming to enhance their operational efficiency and adapt to the increasingly dynamic business landscape.