Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. Announces Support for Citrix MetaFrame Thin-Client/Server Software.NORWALK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 16, 1998--Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc., a Platinum Solutions Provider of the Citrix Solution Network, today announced plans to sell and support Citrix Systems Citrix Systems' (NASDAQ: CTXS) is an American technology company, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with subsidiary operations in California and Massachusetts, with additional development centers in Australia, India and the UK. , Inc.'s (Nasdaq:CTXS CTXS Citrix Systems (NASDAQ stock ticker symbol) ) new MetaFrame(tm) thin-client/server software for Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. 4.0 to a variety of clients looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. remote access solutions and centralized management of their LANs and WANs. ACT will offer these services through its two offices covering Connecticut and metropolitan New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of . As a CSN CSN Crosby, Stills, and Nash (band) CSN Centrala studiestödsnämnden (Swedish: state education grant and loan program) CSN Confédération des Syndicats Nationaux (French) member, Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. will provide customer planning, installation, integration and post-sales support for the Citrix MetaFrame and WinFrame thin-client/server software product lines Software Product Lines, or software product line development, refers to engineering methods, tools and techniques for creating a collection of similar software systems from a shared set of software assets using a common means of production. . ACT sources pointed out the many benefits customers experience using Citrix thin-client/server computing product. One sales and marketing executive indicated how well WinFrame(R) and MetaFrame thin-client/server software has fit into the strategic Information Technology plans of their major corporate customers. "As companies move toward increased centralized management, reduction of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO (1) (Total Cost of Ownership) The cost of using a computer. It includes the cost of the hardware, software and upgrades as well as the cost of the inhouse staff and/or consultants that provide training and technical support. See ROI. ) expenses and the need to quickly provide an ever-increasing base of user applications, Citrix has been there to supply innovative products that meet all of these needs and more. Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. is one of the largest resellers and integrators of Citrix thin-client/server software in the Northeast. This reflects not only our success in selling the product but the daily growth of a knowledge base consisting of information and individuals intimately involved in a variety of installations. The experience gained by our staff of talented professionals is invaluable to us and to the long-term relationship we share with our customers." James Dunleavey, President of Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc., was recently quoted saying, "The Citrix MetaFrame thin-client/server software provides us with an industry-leading solution for centralized management, rapid application deployment and remote access for our clients. Citrix thin-client/server computing solutions reduce the total cost of ownership -- a tremendous benefit for everyone -- the end-user, the IS staff and the CFO See Chief Financial Officer. . Since Advanced Computer provides a full-range of LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. and WAN consulting services, thin-client/server computing solutions fit perfectly in the corporation's strategic emphasis of central control and support." David Forsch, director of channel marketing for Citrix said, "ACT's reputation and the caliber of their professional staff ensure that our products will be installed with the maximum benefit to our mutual customers. We're proud to have Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. as one of our premier Platinum Solution Providers and look forward to continuing that relationship in helping users of Windows NT 4.0 gain the management and scalable benefits of MetaFrame thin- client/server software." Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. has been a member of the Citrix Solutions Network since September of 1996. During that time ACT has seen Citrix thin-client/server solutions grow from a real-time access alternative to a mission-critical information systems architecture. To support this new emphasis, ACT continues to add individuals with specific Citrix-product backgrounds as well as continuing to aggressively train existing in-house staff. Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. provides not only field engineering expertise but has additional dedicated headquarters staff responsible for Citrix customer support. Citrix MetaFrame thin-client/server software is transforming the way organizations deploy, manage and access business applications across the extended enterprise -- regardless of client hardware, operating platform, network connection or available bandwidth -- providing improved application manageability, access, performance and security. MetaFrame software works in conjunction with Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. NT 4.0, Terminal Server Edition to deliver a comprehensive thin-client/server solution for the entire enterprise -- including support for heterogeneous computing environments, enterprise-scale management and seamless desktop integration. The Citrix Solutions Network is a comprehensive channel program, comprised of more than 3,000 value-added resellers, system integrators and distributors who sell and support Citrix MetaFrame and WinFrame thin-client/server software worldwide. Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. is a Connecticut and metropolitan New York LAN consulting firm Noun 1. consulting firm - a firm of experts providing professional advice to an organization for a fee consulting company business firm, firm, house - the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments; "he worked for a specializing in network design, installation, centralized management and remote access solutions. With a large staff of certified network professionals, ACT works with its customers to design, install and provide ongoing support for technical solutions that meet the constantly changing requirements of a wide and varied client base. NOTE: The Citrix logo, WinFrame and ICA Ica (ē`kä), city (1993 pop. 108,724), capital of Ica dept., SW Peru, on the Pan-American Highway. It is a commercial center for the cotton, wool, and wine produced in the region. There are several summer resorts nearby. are registered trademarks and MetaFrame is a trademark of Citrix Systems, Inc. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Advanced Computer Technologies Inc. Sue Dunleavey, 203/847-9433 |
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