Using StatefulSessionBeans is a complex process involving Java introspection and code generation. Deployment also implies updates to or changes in the schema of the database on the server, as well as changes to the JNDI namespace contents provided by the server. For most developers, using a tool like the Application Server deployment tool is the only sensible way since it makes deployment a transparent process. The input for deployment is a deployable JAR file containing both Java classes and deployment descriptors. ---- ''I restored the original text as it's useful and accurate.'' -- AdewaleOshineye A division of SessionBean''''''s. The state of the Bean is maintained on different calls from a client. Each client can create his own session bean and it will live until the client removes. ---- CategoryEjb