Sun Releases Final J2EE Beta
A second beta version of Sun's Java 2 Enterprise Edition version 1.3 was unveiled on Monday. eWEEK reports that this build will be the final beta prior to a September release of the finished code. As Sun moves closer to fulfilling its latest Enterprise JavaBeans Spec, new features
and enhancements have been included in this release.
The most significant features include a query language for rapidly finding and exchanging information, a push for Web services via expanded support for XML, easier integration of legacy information systems, and integration with Java Messaging Service (JMS) through Message Driven Enterprise JavaBeans, for legacy data and multi-client interoperability.
Additionally, Sun has added EJB relationship support for faster deployment and improved performance, improved container-managed
persistence for ease of data modeling and portability, and increased network
interoperability support for EJB components through Internet Inter-ORB Protocol (IIOP) - an object-oriented protocol that allows distributed
programs written in different programming languages to interoperate.
According to Rich Green, vice president and general manager of Java Software Development, "the new J2EE platform greatly simplifies connectivity between applications and databases. Combined with its enhanced XML, messaging, and integration support the J2EE platform allows developers to build portable, database-independent applications. This means programmers can spend less time coding, and deliver quality products faster."
For specific information on the new J2EE beta, visit Sun's Web site for Java developers at java.sun.com.
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