SOM Web Server Environment: Apache/Unix, PHP, Oracle/mySQL* (latest versions)
* Please note that the use of PHP, Oracle, and mySQL on the main School of Medicine web server (http://www.med.upenn.edu) is restricted to the SOMIS Development Team. For those within the School of Medicine who require advanced programming services, we have a separate "somapps" web server running PHP and mySQL. Users on this server are required to have a background in PHP and mySQL development. SOMIS can provide information on the unique features to the server and how it fits into the University environment, but development in PHP and use of mySQL are self-guided.
Specifications shown here are for general internet sites; specifications for intranet sites vary based on the site's target audience.
Coding Standards: XHTML 1.0 Transitional and CSS 2/3
Internet Browser Specifications: IE 6.x and above, Safari, Firefox 1.5x and above
Desktop Operating Systems: Windows 2000, XP, Mac OS X
Minimum Screen Resolution: 1024 x 768
Internet Plug-Ins Supported: Acrobat, QuickTime, Java, Real, Flash (compatible with latest version and one full version previous)
The SOM web server has a number of options available for securing web pages. Before you pursue any of these options, however, please consult the SOMIS Webmaster at somweb@mail.med.upenn.edu for guidance.
If you have any questions, please contact the SOMIS Webmaster at somweb@mail.med.upenn.edu.