2 Introduction

This chapter discusses the following topics:

• Section 2.1, "Purpose of this Document"

• Section 2.2, "Accessibility Information"

• Section 2.3, "Certification Information"

• Section 2.4, "Best Practices"

2.1 Purpose of this Document

This addendum notes information that is missing from the Oracle9i Application Server Release Notes for Release 2 (9.0.2.0.1). It is intended to be used in conjunction with the Release Notes.

Oracle will periodically update these notes as new information becomes available. The latest version can be found at Oracle Technology Network at

http://otn.oracle.com/products/ias

2.2 Accessibility Information

Our goal is to make Oracle products, services, and supporting documentation accessible to the disabled community. Oracle9iAS, Release 2 (9.0.2.0.1), supports accessibility features. To make best use of these accessibility features, Oracle Corporation recommends the following software configuration:

• Windows NT 4.0 with Service Pack 6 or Windows 2000

• Sun Java Access Bridge 1.0.2

• JAWS 3.70.87

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or above

Additional accessibility information for Oracle products can be found at:

http://www.oracle.com/accessibility

For the latest configuration information, and for information on addressing accessibility and assistive technology issues, see the Oracle Accessibility FAQ at:

http://www.oracle.com/accessibility/faq.html

2.3 Certification Information

You can access the most recent certification information for Oracle9iAS on OracleMetaLink at:

http://metalink.oracle.com

2.4 Best Practices

Oracle provides a Best Practices white paper. This document describes common practices around development and deployment of Oracle9iAS, common errors, and scenarios for using the product.

You can find the white paper on OTN at:

http://otn.oracle.com/products/ias/ohs/collateral/r2/bp-core-v2.PDF