1.1. How to read this book

There are really two approaches to discuss security for WebSphere:

  • From the application point of view

  • From the system point of view

If you are an application designer or developer then Part 1, “WebSphere security” on page 19 is for you, then you should get the big picture in Part 2, “End-to-end security” on page 347.

If you are a system architect and you want to calculate with security in advance then start with Part 2, “End-to-end security” on page 347, then you should read Part 1, “WebSphere security” on page 19 to see how the applications will work in the system.

In the book you will find the name WebSphere at numerous places. Although it is the name of a product family in this book WebSphere refers to the WebSphere ...

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