DESCRIPTION
Server Based Computing has been established as a solid networking model for any size business. Why? Because it guarantees cost savings, fast deployment, scalability, performance, security and fast recoverability. Think "mainframe," but updated, pretty, shiny, and effective! Server based computing is the mainframe with a vengeance. Terminal Server and Citrix MetaFrame offer the advantages of the old mainframe coupled with the benefits, gadgets, and appeal of the personal computer.
KEY
SELLING POINTS
- Manage applications from a central location and access them from anywhere.
- Build scalable, flexible, and secure access solutions that reduce computing costs and increase the utility of your network.
- The first book that covers Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0 and Windows Server 2003 Terminal Services
MARKET
INFORMATION
Citrix Systems describes itself as "the global leader in access infrastructure for the on-demand enterprise and the most trusted name in enterprise access". In 2003, Microsoft selected Citrix as its first ever Global Independent Software Vendor Partner of the Year. Citrix claims over 120,000 licenses for it's flagship MetaFrame suite of products.
ABOUT
THE AUTHOR
Melissa Craft (CCNA, MCSE, Network+, CNE-5, CNE-3, CNE-4, CNE-GW, MCNE, Citrix CCA) is Director of e-Business Offering Development for MicroAge Technology Services. MicroAge is a global systems integrator headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. MicroAge provides IT design, project management and support for distributed computing systems. Melissa is a key contributor to the business development and implementation of e-business services. As such, she develops enterprise-wide technology solutions and methodologies focused on client organizations. These technology solutions touch every part of a system's lifecycle--from network design, testing and implementation to operational management and strategic planning.
Travis Guinn (MCSE, CCA, A+) has been a contributing author to several Citrix books and is now a senior systems engineer with Softricity, Inc. Travis currently provides senior-level implementation and diagnostic services to customers implementing SoftGrid Virtual Application services. Prior to Softricity, Travis worked for JP Morgan supporting Citrix and five years with a leading Citrix Platinum integrator where he provided consulting services to Fortune 500 companies.
Connie S. Wilson (MCSE, CCEA, CNA, CCNA) is the Information Services Operations Manager for CNA National and has ultimate responsibility for design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of multiple Microsoft and MetaFrame Presentation Servers. Her specialties are troubleshooting, new product testing, and Citrix consulting. Connie has a broad technology background with 18 years in progressively challenging IT work and a B.S. in telecommunications. Before joining CNA National Warranty, Connie was employed by GE primarily to bring a chronically problematic MetaFrame Server farm to a high level of reliability.
Andy Jones (MCSE+I, MCT, CCIA, CCEA, CCI, CCNA, CCDA, MCIW, Network+, A+,) is the Services Director for MTM Technologies, previously known as Vector ESP. He provides comprehensive solutions focused on Citrix and Microsoft technologies for clients ranging from 50 to 50,000 users, focusing mainly on architecting and deploying Access Infrastructure solutions for enterprise customers. One of Andy’s primary focuses is in developing best practices, processes and methodologies surrounding Access Infrastructure that take into consideration and integrate with virtually every part of a customer’s infrastructure.
In addition to field work and business development, Andy regularly instructs Microsoft and Citrix courses. Andy holds a master’s degree from Morehead State University.
Paul Stansel (MCSE, MCSA, CCEA, CCA, CNA, MCP+I, A+), co-author of Citrix MetaFrame 1.8 for Win2K, is a consultant specializing in the design and implementation of the Citrix Access Suite for environments of any size. Paul has consulted at a variety of major corporations including The Hartford, GlaxoSmithKline, and Pfizer Pharmaceuticals. Paul holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix. He has contributed to other books and online articles, and served as the Technical Editor for the A+ Certification Study Guide, Third Edition from Syngress. Paul also contributed to the technical editing of this book.
Chris Broomes (CCNA, CCDA, MCSE, MCP+I, MCT) is a senior network engineer with USERS Inc. His current responsibilities include security and infrastructure management and support of the company’s ASP Internet and thin-client Intranet networks which host the company’s flagship Internet and Intranet products. Chris is a seasoned IT veteran who has held numerous senior engineering and management positions over his thirteen-year career at companies like Staples, EXE Technologies Inc., and Devon IT Inc. His areas of expertise include all versions of Microsoft Windows, Citrix MetaFrame, Cisco network design and support, IPSEC and SSL VPN design and support on a number of devices, computer forensics, and technical project management. Chris has contributed on a number of best-selling Syngress titles such as Email Virus Handbook, Configuring Citrix MetaFrame XP, and MCSE Designing Windows 2000 Web Solutions. Chris recently completed a Master of Science Degree in Information Science from Penn State Graduate School of Engineering.
Ralph "JJ" Crump (Citrix CCEA, CCNP/CCDP, CCSP, MCSE, HP ASE) manages an advanced solutions consulting firm in Atlanta, GA. His firm provides senior design and technical guidance for major clients focusing on enterprise deployments of thin-client, VoIP, network, and security solutions. He has worked extensively in enterprise organizations designing and building infrastructure services and specializes in enterprise Citrix solutions, networking design and implementation, and security solutions. He has written several other books on similar topics including Microsoft Windows 2000, Network+, and Citrix CCA.
TECHNOLOGY
BACKGROUND
More companies are looking to realize the cost benefits of implementing a Server Based Computing solution for their network design. Almost all Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies use SBC solution. The US government heavily utilizes SBC solutions. The health care industry, hospitals, libraries, non profit organizations who can't afford to keep upgrading the workstations can take advantage of SBC solution because it can utilize obsolete client hardware to give access to the most current and state of the art applications, it does this by putting all the applications on the server so the user only gets screenshots of what is happening and is able to interact via keyboard and mouse clicks.
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