The server-side Java environment is where the realms of Web computing, enterprise computing and Java meet. Most companies today either are implementing, or planning to soon implement, Java on their clients. With WebSphere's server-side Java capability, virtually any system that can run a browser can participate. Being Java, the servlets can exploit the beneficial capabilities of Java, including security, platform independence, and reusability. This programming model eliminates the need for access to existing systems from outside a firewall.
Businesses can rapidly and securely extend their existing software assets to an e-business model.
IBM WebSphere is a set of software products that helps customers deploy and manage high performance Web sites. It helps ease the transition from simple Web publishing to advanced e-business Web applications. Because WebSphere is based on open standards, customers benefit from cross-platform portability. With this portability comes scalability. As business needs grow, an application can progressively move to more powerful platforms.