THINSOFT Launches New Thin Client Software for Solaris - WinConnect S; WinConnect S Software for Solaris Results in Powerful Computing Solution for Forward-looking Businesses.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 5, 2003 THINSOFT (Holdings) Inc, leading Thin Client software developer, today announced the availability of WinConnect S, an enhanced version of ThinSoft's popular WinConnect Thin Client software. WinConnect S delivers Windows applications to Sunray and SPARCstation users. At a list price of US$99.95 per user, WinConnect S is a Remote Desktop Protocol See RDP. (protocol) Remote Desktop Protocol - (RDP) A Microsoft protocol that provides remote display and input for Windows. RDP's video driver renders display output by sending packets to the client which translates them into corresponding Microsoft Win32 graphics (RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) The presentation services protocol that governs input/output between a Windows terminal client and Windows Terminal Server. It is based on the T.share protocol. See Windows Terminal Server. (protocol) RDP - 1. ) client for the Solaris(R) operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. . Using RDP, you can create a remote connection to a Windows computer to run Windows applications. The connection can be over a local area network (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. ) or over the Internet. Because most of the processing is done on the Windows Terminal Server An option in Windows NT and 2000 that enables an application to be run simultaneously by multiple users at different Windows PCs. In NT, it is known as the Terminal Server Edition. , you can display Windows applications on your Solaris-based PC. WinConnect S also includes such features as cut-and-paste and technical support. "This new product provides a reliable bridge to bring Windows applications into the Solaris world," said Bradley Justice, ThinSoft Vice President. "There is no denying the scalability, manageability and performance that Solaris offers. Likewise, there is no substitute for being able to run industry-standard Windows applications such as Microsoft Office Microsoft's primary desktop applications for Windows and Mac. Depending on the package, it includes some combination of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook along with various Internet and other utilities. (R), Outlook(R), and Internet Explorer(R). WinConnect S is the solution that combines best of both worlds." ThinSoft Group President Bernard Ngiam said: "WinConnect S includes one of our trademark technologies, an advanced modification of Remote Display Protocol (RDP). Our offering reduces enterprise 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. by providing an alternative to MS Windows(R) CE/NT. The WinConnect S solution delivers robust functionality at an affordable price point by adding flexibility to powerful systems and applications." Key Features -- Cut and Paste capability -- Offers network administrators a stable and secure embedded RDP solution for Solaris computing environments -- Remote connection means that you have access to your data and Windows applications wherever you need it. -- Central processing means that your data is safer, stored on a central server. -- A Solaris-based client means that you have the power and high reliability of Solaris, combined with the Windows applications that you need. -- Technical support For more information, visit our website at www.thinsoftinc.com. |
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