Java for Business

Java for Business Overview

Java for Business is a new product based on Sun's Java SE that offers customers faster access to critical fixes, a longer roadmap for support, and enterprise features designed to reduce the cost of deployment.


At A Glance

  • Run your Java applications 2x longer with up to 15 years of support per release family
  • Migrate your Java applications in your datacenter to new operating environments such as Windows Server 2008
  • Completely compatible with Java SE

Headlines

More control in your hands

With Java for Business, your organization can avoid costly version control issues because fixes and upgrades are more streamlined.

Get up to 15 years of support

Moving to Java for Business can extend the life of your organization's IT investments in the Java platform.

Faster access to critical fixes

Java for Business revisions provide a complete, revised platform that contain a manageable number of critical fixes built upon a specific update of a product release family.

Spotlight

Java SE 5.0 EOL

Changes are all around us! Summer is quickly becoming fall, and the end of service life (EOL) for Java SE 5.0 is quickly approaching. Get the most out of Java SE 5.0 including continued updates, fixes and support with Java for Business. More

On October 30, J2SE 5.0 will reach the end of its service life (EOL). This means that updates and security fixes will no longer be available on a regular basis via the Java websites. However, you can preserve and extend your Java investment with fast access to critical fixes and a much longer support roadmap (out to 2015 and beyond) by subscribing to Java for Business (JFB).

The JFB program offers ongoing access to the regular security releases Sun creates. JFB also enables you to engage with Sun's Java experts to help resolve any problems that may arise. The Sun Java experts continue to expand support for new Operating Systems and browsers over time so that you can continue to use your J2SE 5.0 applications even as your underlying environment evolves. JFB also offers enterprise-level services, tools, tips and access to our world-renowned Java experts.

Take your Java performance to the max. Increase the return on the investment you made in your J2SE 5.0 application by keeping it safe, current with the latest platforms like Windows 7 and IE 8, and able to file bugs and receive fixes for up to 15 years.

We know that building a serious business around Java requires confidence, expertise, and sometimes a little help. For more information, visit us at: http://www.sun.com/software/javaforbusiness/ or contact us.

Java for Business SunSpectrum Minute Podcast

In this SunSpectrum minute, Sun's product managers discuss Java for Business and why it Java for Business can help your take your Java Performance to the Max.

Solaris Customer Support Update

As of June 2009, Solaris customers seeking support for their Java applications and access to binaries that are not directly included with the version of Solaris they are using, must sign up separately for any desired Java for Business support.

IDC Whitepaper: Sun's Developer Services - including Java for Business

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