Attachmate's EXTRA! for NetWare Provides Mainframe Access that Leverages NetWare for SAA Server 2.2's Advanced Functionality.BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 30, 1996--Attachmate(R) Corp. today announced EXTRA!(R) for NetWare(R) 6.2 for Windows(R) 95/Windows NT(R). Attachmate's EXTRA! for NetWare 32-bit product is specifically engineered to provide high-performance mainframe connectivity for companies using Novell's NetWare for SAA (Systems Application Architecture) A set of interfaces designed to cross all IBM platforms from PC to mainframe. Introduced by IBM in 1987, SAA includes the Common User Access (CUA), the Common Programming Interface for Communications (CPI-C) and Common Communications (R) v2.2 server. EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 is fully compatible with NetWare for SAA v2.2 and leverages its advanced features. Some of the NetWare for SAA features optimized by EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 include distributed naming of Novell(R) Directory Services (NDS See eDirectory. NDS - Netware Directory Services ), password encryption The reversible transformation of data from the original (the plaintext) to a difficult-to-interpret format (the ciphertext) as a mechanism for protecting its confidentiality, integrity and sometimes its authenticity. Encryption uses an encryption algorithm and one or more encryption keys. , load balancing The fine tuning of a computer system, network or disk subsystem in order to more evenly distribute the data and/or processing across available resources. For example, in clustering, load balancing might distribute the incoming transactions evenly to all servers, or it might redirect them , and hot standby A hardware device that is connected to the computer or computer complex and remains powered on. It is ready to take over immediately if the primary unit fails. A hot standby may refer to a complete computer system; for example, a standby server, or a component in a computer such as a . EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 is a true 32-bit 3270 client designed specifically for Windows 95 and 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. . The combination of NetWare for SAA 2.2-specific functionality and 32-bit productivity enhancements make EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 a high-performance, cost effective mainframe access solution for companies with specific NetWare for SAA-to-mainframe connectivity requirements. EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 features Attachmate's productivity-enhancing host-aware technology which includes intelligent navigation, bookmarks, adaptive user interfaces, and OLE 2.0 desktop application integration. "Over the years, Novell has worked closely with Attachmate to develop best-of-breed host access solutions for enterprise customers," said Liz Johnson Liz Johnson was born May 2, 1974 and currently resides in Cheektowaga, NY. She was best known as an 11-time winner on the Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA) tour before that organization suspended operations in 2003 due to lack of corporate sponsorship. , Novell's Director of Marketing for host connectivity. "Integrating EXTRA! with Novell Directory Services See NDS. (NDS) brings enhanced capabilities to the NetWare for SAA product family." EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 offers increased end-user productivity through performance enhancements that reduce load time and increase file transfer speed. Other enhancements available in EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 include: -- Full Windows NT 4.0 compatibility -- Enhanced API (Application Programming Interface) A language and message format used by an application program to communicate with the operating system or some other control program such as a database management system (DBMS) or communications protocol. (Application Programming Interface) support which dramatically improves speed and stability while strictly conforming to industry standards -- Support for TN3270E -- Light pen support -- 32-bit host graphics support -- 122-key keyboard support Pricing and Availability EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 for Windows 95/Windows NT will be available in November with a U.S. suggested retail price of $195 from Attachmate resellers, retailers and VARs, as well as through the Attachmate sales organization. Users of Attachmate's NetWare 3270 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. Workstation, NetWare 3270 LAN Professional, or selected competitive products can trade-up to EXTRA! for NetWare 6.2 for $97.50 U.S. Localized French and German versions of the product will be available in early 1997. 16-Bit Solution For customers that need 16-bit NetWare for SAA-to-mainframe access, EXTRA! for NetWare for Windows 4.3 offers the same high level of functionality as its 32-bit counterpart. Current EXTRA! for NetWare 16-bit customers can trade-up to the most recent 16-bit version for $58.50 U.S. Attachmate Corp. Attachmate is a leading supplier of universal information access software and services to major corporations, large organizations and government agencies worldwide. The company's object-oriented client/server software, authoring tools, management software, and hardware safely extend enterprise systems and applications by linking host systems, Internet systems, and workgroups. These solutions allow desktop and mobile users to transparently access, manage, and share any business information inside and outside the organization. Attachmate leverages its many years of corporate expertise in enterprise and Internet technologies by providing comprehensive and knowledgeable customer consulting and support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services in more than thirty countries around the world. For more information about Attachmate's products, contact Attachmate's headquarters in Bellevue at 206/644-4010, 206/649-6035 (fax) or toll free at 800/426-6283. Additional information and product specifications are available on Attachmate's World Wide Web address at http://www.attachmate.com. -0- Attachmate and EXTRA! are registered trademarks of Attachmate Corp. Novell and NetWare are registered trademarks of Novell Inc. SAA is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corp. Windows and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and/or other countries. Other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Attachmate Corp. Tiffany Tiffany, Tiffanie (UK) a semi-longhaired version of the Burmese cat. It has a fine, silky coat in many colors. Allesina, 206/649-6069 tiffanya@attachmate.com or Network Associates Holly Hagerman, 801/373-7888 hollyh@netassoc.com or SALES AND PRODUCT INFORMATION: 800/426-6283 Voice 206/649-6035 Fax WEB SITE: www.attachmate.com |
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