Macromedia renew J2EE licence agreement for JRun

Macromedia have renewed their Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition licensing agreement with Sun Microsystems.
Macromedia have been a licensee for more than three years. This renewal means that Macromedia JRun can continue to deliver commercial-grade, highly affordable J2EE technology to businesses and ISVs worldwide.
Macromedia JRun has helped spur the adoption of Java technology since its introduction in 1997. More than 10,000 organisations use Macromedia JRun because of its ability to help make J2EE technology accessible, approachable and affordable.
"Macromedia is pleased to reaffirm its commitment to providing affordable, no-hassle J2EE technology by extending our licensing agreement," said Norm Meyrowitz, president of products, Macromedia. "We remain heavily involved in shaping the future of Java technology and ensuring our developers benefit from the full potential of the J2EE platform."
Mark Bauhaus, vice president, Java Web Services, Sun Microsystems, added: "Macromedia JRun addresses an important part of the J2EE compatible marketplace. The success of JRun in thousands of companies worldwide has helped drive the adoption of J2EE technology into a broader base of customers on multiple platforms."
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