Re: GUI for tomcat: java server/client

[John Summerfield <su...@OS2.ami.com.au>]

>     I think our best option is to develop the application as a server that
> runs on a port on the system that is running tomcat. We could then write the
> interface as a java swing application that would connect to the server on
> port 8088 ,or any other arbitrary port, for administration. This would allow
> for both local and remote administration of tomcat.  It would also allow us
> to have one integrated environment for installation and administration that
> would run on all operating systems. So the java claim!


I agree mostly, but consider writing as both a stand-alone application AND as 
an applet capable of being run in a browser.

It's not especially difficult to run an applet in an application, and there 
are times when deployment via a browser will be convenient.



> IF anyone wants to pop some ideas off  me call me at 319-277-5382


ROTFL.

You fell at the first hurdle!!