This flexible model levels the playing field by making it possible for garage-shop developers to be on an equal footing with software giants in Java 2 platform application development. It creates a climate that fosters innovation. Before licensees deliver a final binary product to end users, they have to pass the Java Compatibility Tests, which Sun currently maintains and supports. As a new policy, a portion of Sun's royalty goes to support the Java 2 brand, including the cost of compatibility tests. Representing a small percentage of the total fee established with each client, it mirrors the same fairness guidelines established with the overall royalty.
Small shops pay a small percentage-based fee.
This arrangement earmarks funds devoted to expanding the potency of the J2EE brand value and testing process, with benefits that go directly to J2EE developers and their customers. Let us know what you think. The Community Source Licensing program is your way to participate in the Java Community Process , Sun's formalized methodology for evolving the Java platform. Sun Microsystems and the Java technology community at large remain steadfastly committed to protecting the integrity of the Java platform and evolving the brand value. Jon has written over 25 articles about Java technology, a passion of his, for Sun's Java technology web site.