Function

In Jtrix, netlets collectively contain the logic and state of services and applications.

More specifically, a netlet can perform the following actions:

• Execute its own code in a node-provided sandbox.
• Request and use resources and facilities from the node.
• Bind and use services mediated by the node.

The sandbox enforces the separation of netlets and prevents uncontrolled usage of node resources. For example, the sandbox would prohibit or redirect I/O related functions of the Java API.

It is mandatory that netlets correctly implement the INetlet interface.

The netlet's descriptor (Section ) and codebase (Section ) must be made available to the node. This may involve making the Jar files available for downloading from the network.