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Press Release Summary:
WebSphere® Application Server Enterprise v5 offers multiple configuration options and supports user scenarios, from administration of one server to clustered, highly available, high-volume environment, all on single-server foundation. Features include Java(TM) 2 Enterprise Edition v1.3 compatibility and programming model extensions, enterprise-ready Java Messaging Server provider, support for micro and macro flows, and system/application management capabilities.
Original Press Release:
Trade Up to IBM WebSphere Application Server Enterprise V5 to Migrate from a Competitive Platform or Leverage the Latest Business Partner Applications
Overview
If you currently use a Web application server comparable to WebSphere® Application Server Enterprise, or if you want to upgrade to the latest level of IBM Business Partner applications, you can migrate to WebSphere today and save.
Because WebSphere Application Server features multiple configuration options, it supports a wide variety of scenarios - from simple administration of a single server to a clustered, highly available, high-volume environment with edge-of-network services - all on a single-server foundation. Ideal for single-server environments, WebSphere Application Server is among the first production-ready application servers for the deployment of enterprise Web services solutions for dynamic e-business.
WebSphere Application Server Enterprise also features:
o Java(TM) 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) programming model extensions
o Support for both micro and macro flows
o Improvements to systems management and application management
o Integrated support for many Web services open standards
o J2EE V1.3 compatibility
o Broad cross-platform support
o Improved tool integration
o Advanced transactional support
o Optimal application performance
You must enter into a Passport Advantage Agreement and the terms of that agreement apply. After acquiring your license, during the coverage period you are entitled to future new releases of WebSphere Application Server Enterprise V5.0 if such releases are made available by IBM. Be aware that at your Passport Advantage renewal date, charges for WebSphere Application Server will be calculated at your regular entitled Passport Advantage discount level.
For more information, contact your IBM representative or your authorized IBM Business Partner.
Key Prerequisites
Active Passport Advantage agreement
Planned Availability Date
May 9, 2003
At a Glance
As the foundation of the WebSphere software platform, WebSphere Application Server helps maximize your company's return on investment, leverage existing software assets, and make your administrative resources more productive. Adding the competitive tradeup option delivers significant savings when you migrate to WebSphere Application Server. Features and benefits include:
o Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition (J2EE) V1.3 compatibility
o Leading support for many Web services standards
o Native, enterprise-ready Java Messaging Server (JMS) provider
o Integrated development tools
o Broad cross-platform support
o Unparalleled connectivity
o Superior performance and scalability
For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference YE001
