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Autodesk MapGuide Viewer, Java Edition
The Autodesk MapGuide Viewer Java Edition works with certain combina-
tions of both browsers on Windows, Mac OS, and Solaris (see previous table).
It is accessible from JScript, JavaScript, and Java. Internet Explorer exposes
the Java Edition API through a combination of the Java bean and
ActiveX/COM/Automation technology. Netscape Communicator exposes
the Java Edition API through a combination of Java introspection and Live-
Connect technology. The API classes are defined in the com.autodesk.mgjava
package, which is typically contained in the mgjava.jar file. All configurations
expose the Java Edition API to other Java code if it has been compiled to
directly instantiate MGMapApplet or MGMapComponent. For platform infor-
mation, see "Autodesk MapGuide Viewer, Java Edition Requirements" on
page 17. For implementation information, see the Autodesk MapGuide Devel-
oper's Guide and the Autodesk MapGuide Viewer API Help.
LiteView
LiteView is a Java program that runs on the server side (as a servlet). It
converts an MWF file into a PNG image and returns it as an HTTP response
to a request. It extends the capabilities of Autodesk MapGuide to quickly
display maps as raster images in Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer, or
any other browser that supports the PNG image format. Application users do
not have to download a plug-in to display the maps.
Third-party integrators can create a custom LiteView viewer, using the
sample application provided with the servlet as an example. For more infor-
mation, refer to the LiteView Developer's Guide.
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