Sybase DC35823-01-1500-04 - Manual (Page 17)

Configuration Guide 1
C H A P T E R 1
Introduction
Sybase Adaptive Server Enterprise for UNIX is a full-featured Adaptive
Server that runs on the following platforms:
• HP-UX
• IBM AIX
• Sun Solaris
• Linux 32-bit
Note The instructions in this book assume that Adaptive Server is
installed and running. For information about installing and starting
Adaptive Server, as well as for an overview of Adaptive Server, see the
Adaptive Server Installation Guide for your platform.
This chapter provides an overview of how to configure Adaptive Server
and the steps you need to take to customize it for your use.
About Adaptive Server
Adaptive Server performs data management and transaction functions,
independent of client applications and user interface functions.
Topic Page
About Adaptive Server 1
System-specific issues 2
System user roles 3
Environment variables 3
Adaptive Server devices and system databases 5
Client/server communication 11
Changing Adaptive Server configuration 12
Languages other than U.S. English 13
Adaptive Server specifications 13