Checking Browser/PC Configuration via Java?

[smedvid]

Trying to relearn java shortly... had the Java 101 class at a local college a couple years ago...

Looking to see if I can write a little java code to check the following:

1. Browser Type and Version. (I recall getting the browser type in class, but not sure of version number)

2. Display Size (800x600, 1024x768,...).

3. Windows O/S Type and Version.

Bascially, I have an Off-The-Shelf web solution that has requirements for IE 5.0 or 5.5 only, 1024x768 and All Win O/S except Win95. I wanted to write a check program the users could run prior to accessing the web site. Incredible, the OTS does not have these checks built in...

Any input is appreciated... tia, Steve Medvid
"IT Consultant & Web Master"
web page under development...

 

[wushutwist]

Instead of writing your own, you would be much better off buying a product like BrowserHawk. Check it out at

http://www.cyscape.com

BTW, I don't work for cyScape or have any affiliation with BrowserHawk. I am just trying to help you from reinventing the wheel.

 

[smedvid]

Great suggestion, I like to reuse or purchase stuff when possible. However the $$$ are a little tight at present. Like most companies, the budgets have been cut for everything. Plus, it might be fun to get back into some java coding... I know I can get the browser type, but the other stuff; browser version, o/s type & version and display size, worry me a bit. Steve Medvid
"IT Consultant & Web Master"
web page under development...