Understanding the class loading architectures of major application server vendors helps J2EE developers design application packaging structures that are both portable and efficient. After a brief ...

IBM's WebSphere Portal Server is attaining significant market and mind share. However, it is a complex product that must be approached with caution and insight to ensure success.

What's the best all-around application server? According to an Evans Data survey, developers rank IBM WebSphere, Apache Geronimo and Windows Server at the top of the list.