CHAPTER 1 Overview

Developer Edition

The Developer Edition (DE) is a competitively-priced version of Adaptive Server that developers can use to create applications in their development environment. The Developer Edition includes a full set of Adaptive Server Enterprise features and options (that is, DTM, High Availability, and so on), and allows for the following configuration:

•Number of engines – 1.

•Number of connections – 25.

Adaptive Server specifications

Table 1-1 provides system specifications for Adaptive Server on HP-UX.

Table 1-1: Adaptive Server specifications for HP-UX 64-bit PA RISC

processor

 

Hardware and memory

 

 

 

 

 

Processor

64-bit

 

 

 

 

Minimum RAM for Adaptive Server

90MB

45,056 2K pages

 

 

 

Number of shared memory segments

1 to 2

One segment for first GB; a second segment for

 

 

next .75+ GB

 

 

Memory per user connection

Approximately 190K With default stack size, packet size, and user log

 

 

cache size

 

 

 

Default user stack size

85K

Minimum 35K

Table 1-2 provides system specifications for Adaptive Server on Windows.

Table 1-2: Adaptive Server specifications on Windows

Hardware and memory

Minimum RAM required for

48MB

21,504 2K pages

Adaptive Server

 

 

 

 

 

Minimum RAM per additional user

63K

With default stack size, packet size, and user log cache size. This

 

 

value depends on the connection needs. See the System

 

 

Administration Guide for information about configuring memory.

 

 

 

Default memory per additional user

• 402K

– with Java enabled

 

• 100K

– with Java disabled

 

 

Default user stack size

• 32-bit platforms – 45K

 

• 64-bit platforms – 84K

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15.0.2 specifications

Sybase 15.0.2, a product of the Sybase corporation (now SAP), is a relational database management system (RDBMS) that provides robust solutions for data management, security, and performance. This version builds upon its predecessors, offering improved features and enhancements that cater to both enterprises and developers.

One of the standout features of Sybase 15.0.2 is its advanced performance capabilities. The version introduces optimization enhancements such as the Query Optimizer, which is designed to ensure efficient execution of complex queries. This optimizer analyzes SQL statements and tables to choose the most efficient means of retrieval, thus reducing execution time and improving the overall performance of the database.

Sybase 15.0.2 supports improved scalability, allowing organizations to handle increased workloads without significant changes to their infrastructure. This scalability is crucial for businesses experiencing growth, as it ensures that performance remains consistent and reliable.

Another notable characteristic is the robust security architecture integrated within Sybase 15.0.2. The system includes features like data encryption, user authentication, and authorization mechanisms, making it suitable for environments that handle sensitive information. Database administrators can implement fine-grained access controls to manage user permissions effectively.

Moreover, Sybase 15.0.2 boasts support for a wide range of programming languages and frameworks. This versatility allows developers to build applications using their preferred tools, promoting productivity and ease of integration into existing systems. The database management system also supports various platforms, including Windows and UNIX, enabling diverse deployments across different environments.

In addition to these technological enhancements, Sybase 15.0.2 emphasizes data integrity through its robust transaction management system. It implements the ACID properties (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability) to ensure that all database transactions are processed reliably, thereby maintaining the integrity of data even in high-transaction scenarios.

In conclusion, Sybase 15.0.2 is a feature-rich RDBMS that combines performance, scalability, security, and flexibility. Its advanced capabilities not only enhance data management for organizations but also provide a solid foundation for developers seeking to create efficient and secure applications. The improvements in this version make it a compelling choice for enterprises looking to optimize their database operations in an increasingly data-driven world.
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