Additional Porting and Deployment Considerations

Wireless Application Protocol Applications

To run a Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) application on WebLogic Server 7.0, you must now specify the MIME types associated with WAP in the web.xml file of the web application. In WebLogic Server 5.1, the default mime-type can be set using

weblogic.httpd.defaultMimeType in weblogic.properties where its default value is "text/plain". WebLogic Server 6.0, WebLogic Server 6.1, and WebLogic Server 7.0 do not have a default mime-type. You must explicitly specify mime-type for each extension in the web.xml file.. For information on required MIME types see Programming WebLogic Server for Wireless Services. For information on creating and editing a web.xml file, see Writing Web Application Deployment Descriptors in Assembling and Configuring Web Applications.

An example configuration of the mime-typesin the web.xml file:

<web-app> <mime-mapping>

<extension>tiff</extension> <mime-type>image/tiff</extension>

</mime-mapping> <mime-mapping>

<extension>tif</extension> <mime-type>image/tiff</extension>

</mime-mapping> </web-app>

Writable config.xml File

WebLogic Server 7.0 automatically updates configuration information read from the 6.x config.xml file to include version 7.0 information. In order for these changes to be retained between invocations of the server, the config.xml file must be writable. To allow the file to be writable, make a back-up copy of your config.xml file from your 6.x configuration and change the file attributes.

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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.