With a unified code base, there should be only weeks between platform shipments. However, with nonunified code bases, releases might trail each other by months, and even then, all versions may not include the same features. Until recently, most repository servers ran only on Unix, because it offered the necessary processing power and security guarantees. Now, the availability of Windows NT means that repositories don't have to be confined to Unix to retain the necessary features for an EDMS system. However, before you choose an NT release that repository vendors have or will soon ship, consider whether the systems can scale enough to match the growth demands you expect for your organization.
Repository databases can be relational or object-oriented.
However, object-oriented DBMSes might replace them in the coming years. Choosing a Solution A number of tools claim to help manage your Web site. Site managers help Webmasters monitor a site. They check links, locate orphaned files, and summarize usage. These products also provide a graphical representation of the site.