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# Setup

In this guide, you will learn about the core ForgeRock Identity Management (IDM) IDM architecture, the IDM configuration model, and how to get a basic IDM deployment up and running after installation.

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#### [Architecture](chap-overview.html)

IDM architecture, component modules, and services.

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#### [Configuration](chap-configuration.html)

IDM configuration.

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#### [Command-Line Interface](chap-cli.html)

IDM command-line interface (CLI) and utilities.

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#### [User Interface](chap-ui.html)

IDM's user interfaces.

ForgeRock Identity Platform™ serves as the basis for our simple and comprehensive Identity and Access Management solution. We help our customers deepen their relationships with their customers, and improve the productivity and connectivity of their employees and partners. For more information about ForgeRock and about the platform, refer to <https://www.forgerock.com>.

The ForgeRock Common REST API works across the platform to provide common ways to access web resources and collections of resources.