Re: Most popular and robust Application Server and DB for Sparcs?

From: Rich Teer (rich.teer_at_rite-group.com)
Date: 05/30/03 

Date: Fri, 30 May 2003 16:44:53 GMT

On Fri, 30 May 2003, Divya Sundaram wrote:

> Oh no. Product popularity is DEFINITELY a criterion. You see, its because
> the checks are written by management. If I were to suggest a less popular
> combination, I would have to defend my choice against the more popular

What's wrong with that? Presumably your boss pays you because of
your technical expertise. It's your job to make recommandations
and be able to defend them. And (to be blunt), if you can't, then
you're not the right person for the job...

> ones. Why not use "BEA and Oracle" instead of my suggestion of "Sun ONE
> App Server and mySQL"?

If you're going to go that route, I'd recommend Postgres over
MySQL.

> Understanding what is popular helps us admins understand what the clueless
> pointy-haired-types are likely to be thinking. At their level, there is
> DEFINITELY safety in numbers.

I see your point, but I would argue that a knowledgable and
confident admin should be able to argue against management's
opinions. At the end of the day, unless they've delegated
purchasing authority, it's their call what gets used. But
it's your job to ensure that they have the right info, so
they can make an informed decision.

I mean, if "popularity" had anything to do with it, why not
just recommend Windoze, and be done with it?

Oh, and put your recommendations (with rationale) in writing
(an email will do). That way, if they decide to ignore you,
and later try to blame you, you have evidence to the contrary. 

-- 
Rich Teer, SCNA, SCSA
President,
Rite Online Inc.
Voice: +1 (250) 979-1638
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