This document describes changes in HotJava for Solaris from previous versions.

Changes From Version 1.0

• Based on HotJava Browser version 1.1.5

  This version of HotJava for Solaris is based on version 1.1.5 of the HotJava Browser. The versions of each are being synchronized to make this clear. The previous version of HotJava for Solaris is 1.1.4.

 

• Java runtime upgraded to Java 1.1.6

  HotJava for Solaris contains a co-packaged Java Version 1.1.6 runtime which is used by default. The JDK_HOME environment variable can be used to specify an alternate Java runtime.
  
  Note: This version is only certified with the co-packaged Java runtime. Solaris Java runtimes prior to version 1.1.6 are known to cause failures in this version of HotJava for Solaris.

 

• Support for 40-bit SSL encryption has been added

  HotJava for Solaris now includes support for Secure Socket Layer and the https: protocol. This version can be exported globally. No support for 128-bit SSL encryption is available due to export restrictions.

 

• Upgraded to WebNFS Version 1.1

  HotJava for Solaris now includes Version 1.1 of WebNFS which provides support for the nfs: protocol which can be used to access files via NFS (Network File System).