Planning for iSeries Access for Web

Before installing iSeries Access for Web, you need to plan for its use by learning conceptual information and considerations you need to be aware of, and by completing checklists to help you get ready to use iSeries Access for Web.

iSeries™ Access for Web is implemented as a Web application that runs in an instance of a Web application server and as a portal application that runs in a portal environment. You can access i5/OS^® resources from either interface or you can use both.

• iSeries Access for Web offerings
  iSeries Access for Web has two offerings: a Web application and a portal application. Use the information in these topics to learn about each application and decide which is best for you.
• Security considerations
  Security considerations for iSeries Access for Web include user authentication, specifying user access, object-level security, using a security protocol, and the use of exit programs.
• Checklist: Planning, installing, and configuring
  This checklist guides you through the steps necessary to plan, install, verify, and configure a simple iSeries Access for Web environment. These steps do not take into account other Web applications or more complex Web environments.
• Prerequisites for installing iSeries Access for Web
  Before you begin your installation, use this information to ensure you meet all the hardware, software, and Web browser requirements.

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