WRQ's new Reflection 3000 Connection brings open networking and NS/VT to Windows 95.SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 13, 1996--WRQ, a leader in enterprise-wide connectivity software, today announced the Reflection 3000 Connection for Windows 95. The Reflection 3000 Connection version 6.0 provides all the functionality of a full TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. implementation, plus NS/VT, the interface for connections to mission-critical applications residing on an HP 3000. The TCP (1) (Transmission Control Protocol) The reliable transport protocol within the TCP/IP protocol suite. TCP ensures that all data arrive accurately and 100% intact at the other end. component of the Reflection 3000 Connection is designed for businesses that run on open, standards-based networks and that need connectivity to both Microsoft and non-Microsoft networking environments. "Reflection 3000 Connection gives the IS manager a more capable replacement for the basic Microsoft stack included in Windows 95," said Dave Hebert, networking product manager for WRQ (WRQ, Inc., Seattle, WA, www.wrq.com) A software company that specialized in terminal emulation and NT-Unix integration products. Founded in 1981 as Walker Richer and Quinn, Inc., a consulting firm in minicomputer and mainframe applications, it introduced an HP terminal emulator for the . "And 3000 Connection has native HP 3000 networking capabilities, which is not available as part of any other Windows 95 TCP product." Features available with Reflection TCP Connection and not available with Microsoft's TCP/IP for Windows 95 include: -- TCP/IP using IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 802.2 and SNAP frame types for native HP 3000 networking -- Probe Protocol support for HP name resolution -- full NetBIOS interface support for HP 3000 Resource Sharing for file and print services on the HP 3000 -- an NFS (Network File System) The file sharing protocol in a Unix network. This de facto Unix standard, which is widely known as a "distributed file system," was developed by Sun. See file sharing protocol and WebNFS. NFS - Network File System client for connectivity to UNIX file systems and printers -- an NFS administrator for configuring and managing NFS connections -- Reflection Smart Stack, which has built-in intelligence that adapts performance to specific networking environments -- performance optimizations for remote and mobile connections -- flawless performance on 100-megabit Ethernet -- a server manager for monitoring and configuration Reflection Intranet servers -- support for BOOTP (BOOTstrap Protocol) A TCP/IP protocol used by a diskless workstation or network computer (NC) to obtain its IP address and other network information such as server address and default gateway. and RARP (Reverse ARP) A TCP/IP protocol used by a diskless workstation to obtain its IP address. Upon startup, the client station sends out a RARP request in an Ethernet frame to the RARP server, which returns the layer 3 address for a layer 2 address (performing the opposite , methods of dynamic IP addressing in widespread use -- graphical FTP FTP in full file transfer protocol Internet protocol that allows a computer to send files to or receive files from another computer. Like many Internet resources, FTP works by means of a client-server architecture; the user runs client software to connect to client and server for drag-and-drop file transfers -- graphical LPR/LPD, for printing remote files on the PC's locally attached printer and for redirecting local files to network printers -- graphical Finger client and server for user collaboration -- Web server for peer-to-peer Intranets -- graphical TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) A lightweight version of the FTP protocol that has no directory browsing or password capability. Employing UDP rather than TCP for transport, TFTP is typically used to transfer firmware upgrades to network equipment such as server for configuring devices on the network -- support for legacy Windows applications through Wsockets -- support for network management applications through Raw Sockets -- graphical PING and Trace Route for network diagnostics -- graphical network statistics for a real-time, comprehensive view of what is happening on the network -- graphical event trace for immediate TCP troubleshooting Reflection Smart Stack excels in every networking environment An important part of the Reflection 3000 Connection is Reflection Smart Stack, which offers advantages to all kinds of Windows 95 desktops, whether they are part of a 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. , at a remote site, or mobile. Reflection Smart Stack has built-in intelligence that detects the nature of the connection and automatically makes adjustments for optimal performance. Reflection Smart Stack ensures that data will be transmitted in the most reliable and efficient way. This can mean cost savings over remote and mobile/wireless links, in particular, and a boost in productivity over all kinds of connections. Emphasis on open connectivity and manageability In addition to open connectivity features like NFS, BOOTP, RARP, SLIP, PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) The most popular method for transporting IP packets over a serial link between the user and the ISP. Developed in 1994 by the IETF and superseding the SLIP protocol, PPP establishes the session between the user's computer and the ISP using , and support for different kinds of sockets, including 100 percent compliance with Windows Sockets, Reflection 3000 Connection supplies a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Software that automatically assigns temporary IP addresses to client stations logging into an IP network. It eliminates having to manually assign permanent "static" IP addresses. DHCP software runs in servers and routers. client that is based on open standards and full DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the and WINS support for name resolution. Reflection 3000 Connection is tightly integrated with Windows 95 and easily configured and managed through the Windows 95 desktop. No other TCP/IP stack offers such depth of configurability or range of management and troubleshooting tools. In addition to the graphical network statistics, PING, Trace Route, and event trace, Reflection 3000 Connection offers an SNMP agent with support for private MIBs, to provide enterprise-specific connectivity information to network management stations. Reflection Server Manager guarantees efficient use of Windows 95 resources and gives the user a single interface for configuring and controlling all Reflection servers. Reflection Registry Reporter is a handy troubleshooting utility that gives help desks quick, easy to read access to Windows 95 registry entries, which record all configuration settings. Pricing and Availability Version 6.0 of Reflection 3000 Connection will ship in late September. Retail price is $349 (U.S.) for a single-user copy. Volume and educational pricing, as well as competitive trade-ins, are also available. Reflection 3000 Connection, which is part of a family of networking products from WRQ, can be purchased directly from WRQ or from a worldwide network of distributors, resellers, and VARs. WRQ's quality technical support is included at no charge. About WRQ WRQ makes PC software that connects personal computer users to enterprise computers and information networks. Backed by WRQ's award-winning Guide Services program, Reflection products connect to IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) , UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). , X, Digital, and HP systems, and include TCP/IP software, Internet/Intranet access, and mobile and remote user support. This diverse expertise has helped WRQ build partnerships with its customers for 15 years, working with them to understand and address their complex enterprise-wide connectivity needs. With corporate headquarters in Seattle, WRQ distributes Reflection products through a worldwide distribution network. For more information, contact WRQ, 1500 Dexter Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109. Phone: 800/872-2829 or 206/217-7100. Fax: 206/217-0293. E-mail: info(at)wrq.com. Web: http://www.wrq.com. CONTACT: WRQ Sue Hartford, 206/217-7391, E-mail: sueh(at)wrq.com Linda Lewis, 206/217-7181, E-mail: lindal(at)wrq.com Bruce Thompson, 206/217-7500, E-mail: brucet(at)wrq.com Dave Hebert, 206/217-7063, E-mail: davidhe(at)wrq.com |
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