Java Deployment

Sun's Java Network Launch Protocol (JNLP) and Web Start technologies have revitalized the desktop Java market, creating a significant demand for deployment information. This book serves as a practical guide and reference for those addressing the deployment challenges of professional Java software, particularly developers and organizations responsible for installing and maintaining Java applications. It provides an overview of the current state-of-the-art deployment-related technologies and their effects on the implementation of next-generation network-centric software. The book adopts a hands-on approach, first outlining the major deployment concerns faced by Java developers and addressing common scenarios. It then delves into deployment issues encountered during project coding and presents JNLP technology, illustrating its application in software deployment. Dr. Mauro Marinilli, with a degree in Computer Science Engineering from the University of Rome, balances his professional work between theoretical research and practical Java development. He has published numerous academic papers on topics including Information Filtering, Case-Based Reasoning, and Human-Computer Interaction, and is recognized for his pioneering contributions, including the first Information Filtering Applet and early works on Java3D editor tools.