This chapter uses the following terms.
Any logical unit that is, or can be, part of a machine; not only software and files, but also any logical construct of the component hierarchy.
Deployment solution that has the least requirements for number of dependency issues, time, and resources, to fulfill a job.
Set of confirmation rules for the implementation of the dependency resolver and level of automation of jobs.
Set of patented algorithms to describe a solution for a job. Initiated by agent application when a job is received.
(1) List of components installed on a managed host. (2) List of components on the universal server.
Sub-system of the Sun Update Connection – Enterprise system dependency server, acts as a proxy server for the universal server, holding and updating deployment rules and certified components.