FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions ... and some answers!

Q.	What is 4Enterprise?
	4Enterprise is a vehicle for enterprise users of OSGi to learn more about the technology, solicit professional assistance and purchase professional support services. It also provides a hub where enterprise OSGi users can find information relevant to them. The objective is to promote the use of OSGi technology.

Q.	As an OSGi end-user, what can 4Enterprise do for me?
	This website is designed as a resource for you to use. You can contact us for assistance with any consulting, training or support requirements for OSGi. You can also use these pages to learn more about how OSGi is being deployed in the enterprise and what it can do for you.

Q.	As an individual with OSGi experience, how can I get involved with 4Enterprise?
	While Paremus and Makewave (formerly Gatespace Telematics) have taken the initiative to create this support structure for developers and enterprises seeking to exploit the benefits of OSGi technology, participation is encouraged from individuals, communities and vendors able to provide high quality OSGi services - so please join us.

Q.	As a vendor using OSGi, how can I get invoved with 4Enterprise?
	We are keen for individuals with OSGi experience to become involved in this initiative. If you have the experience to be able to contribute for any of the professional services or have any other ideas we would be very pleased to hear from you - please get involved.

Q.	What is the OSGi Alliance?
	The OSGi Alliance is an independent non-profit corporation comprised of technology innovators and developers and focused on the interoperability of applications and services based on its component integration platform. Visit the OSGi Alliance for more information.

Q.	Who is involved in the OSGi Alliance?
	Membership of the OSGi Alliance is open and available to any entity. Visit the OSGi Alliance for more information.

Q.	Do I have to be an OSGi Alliance member to join 4Enterprise?
	Not at all. For corporations, government organizations, educational institutions and any other enterprise, participation in the OSGi Alliance is encouraged but is not a pre-requisite. It is not possible for individuals to join the OSGi Alliance, so we would encourage you to get involved with the OSGi Alliance User Forums.

Q.	Is 4Enterprise a commercial company?
	No.

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