Installing server components

12The Sybase Software Asset Management License Server screen allows you to designate where Adaptive Server will find its licenses. Where you choose to store your license depends upon whether you have selected a served or unserved license model.

Note For information about served and unserved licenses, and about choosing the best license server for your environment, seec Chapter 2, “Choosing a License Model” of the Sybase Software Asset Management User’s Guide.

You must specify whether the licenses will be obtained from a license server.

If you answer Yes, you must know the host name of the machine where the license manager is running, and the port number if you have used a non- default port number.

If you answer No, you will be using unserved licenses. You will be reminded to download and install the license file after you have finished the installation.

Note When you download the license file, copy it to the %SYBASE%\%SYBASE_SYSAM%\licenses directory.

13The Sybase Software Asset Management Notification screen asks you to configure your server for e-mail notification. When configuration is enabled, designated users receive information about license management events requiring attention.

Provide the following information:

•SMTP server host name

•SMTP server port number

•E-mail Return Address

•Recipient e-mail addresses

•Message severity that triggers e-mail messages

14The Product Licenses screen asks you to indicate the edition of Adaptive Server you are installing. You can choose from:

•Unknown

•Enterprise Edition

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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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