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Load Testing 2.0 for Web 2.0: Simplifying performance validation for Rich Internet Applications 2007-05-01 Hewlett-Packard (HP)

Today, rich internet application (RIA) technologies are making dramatic inroads in corporate environments. One of the big reasons for the growth of RIA technologies is a better user experience. But while these rich next-generation applications promise a radically different customer experience, they also have the potential to overwhelm the servers and networks that deliver the content to client browsers. Before Ajax or other RIA technologies can be ready for prime time in your business, you need to verify that they can deliver enterprise-scale performance. This white paper helps uncover the many unknowns around stress testing Web 2.0 applications.

Tags: HTML, Web Protocols, Servers, Application Development, Web Development and Design, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Methodology

Virtual Client Strategy: Flexible Approaches to Consolidate Client Environments for Reduced Complexity and Cost With Greater Business Agility 2006-03-03 01:01:29 Hewlett-Packard

The virtual client model builds on the principles of server-based computing, but goes further to employ an integrated suite of sophisticated components, including hardware, software, security, management, and services. Thin client devices on the user side then have ubiquitous, advanced access to a personalized, portable, and consistently presented desktop - regardless of network connection, type of access device, or physical location. As a result, both IT needs and user needs can be managed more easily and with improved security features in a consolidated environment. This white paper provides an overview of the virtual client computing model and its implications for addressing the most pressing IT challenges.

Secure Wireless Solutions for the Government 2005-09-02 03:03:06 Fortress Technologies

Tadpole Computer and Fortress Technologies have joined their strengths and experience to offer a simple, robust solution for the complex problem of MLS. The solution combines Tadpole's award winning ultra-thin client technology with Fortress Technologies FIPS-certified network security products and services for U.S. government agencies. The combined components work together seamlessly in a MLS solution that is mobile, secure and affordable.

How CLI Thin Clients Can Work in Education Environments 2005-05-27 03:00:01 Computer Lab International

Use of CLI thin client devices instead of PCs or other devices in education environments can dramatically reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and improve the delivery of educational content in the process. CLI thin clients can be used in K-12 settings, and also in university settings, by students, teachers, and administrators alike. To fully understand this, it is important to understand what server-based computing is, and what CLI thin clients are.

Automating the Deployment and Image Management of a Citrix Hosted Client Environment 2005-12-01 01:00:02

This paper describes how to use IBM Director and Remote Deployment Manager to construct rapid deployment images for provisioning a Citrix-based hosted client infrastructure including Aurema ARMTech for Citrix, Softricity SoftGrid client, and the Cygwin shell. This paper includes detailed steps to configure Microsoft's roaming user profiles and folder redirection to manage user data, how to use Citrix MetaFrame Presentation server to publish a desktop and how to create an ICA connection from a Neoware thin client to a Citrix MetaFrame publication. In addition, methods for enhancing the management of this solution architecture via leveraging the capabilities of IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager are explored.

Configuring a Windows XP Embedded Thin Client 2005-08-09 03:00:02

This white paper provides an overview of the initial steps needed to customize a Windows XP Embedded run-time image for thin clients. It gives an overview of the hardware on the development system that is used in the run-time image's Hardware Abstraction Layer. It explains how to run Target Analyzer to create a Devices.pmq file that includes all the device drivers required to operate the target hardware. It describes how to use Component Designer to create a component definition (.sld) file that lists the hardware components for the run-time image. The white paper also explains how to add missing components to the .sld file, and how to customize the configuration by adding additional components.

Sun Ray Ultra-Thin Client Deployment Options 2005-11-03 01:00:03 Sun Microsystems

The thin client deployment architecture can take several forms depending on the needs or current infrastructure of the business. Implementations can range from a small, single office network, to a highly secure implementation deployed over multiple locations, to multiple end-user groups such as a military installation or a financial services organization. This paper also addresses various ways in which Sun Ray ultra-thin clients can be implemented into new or existing networks; how they can be used to provide Microsoft Windows ("Windows") functionality; and what deployment options exist in environments such as home offices, secure multinetworks, and branch offices. These are presented in helpful scenarios later in the paper.

Tarantella's Secure Global Desktop: Terminal Services Edition - Integration Testing 2005-08-23 03:00:03

Tarantella's Secure Global Desktop (SGD) Terminal Service Edition (TSE) is a thin-client management product that extends the functionality of Microsoft Windows Terminal Server (WTS). Unlike Citrix MetaFrame (MF) which uses its own ICA protocol, SGD builds on the existing terminal services remote desktop protocol (RDP). The purpose of this paper is to integrate and test ArcGIS Desktop with SGD.

Integrating CAD 6.0 Into a Citrix Thin Client Environment 2006-05-04 03:53:35 Cisco Systems

A thin client device is a simple terminal or other device that connects to a central application server. The client connects to the server through the network to process applications, access files, print, and perform services available to ordinary computers. CAD 6.0 (IPCC Enterprise Edition) is a suite of Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) products (user applications and services) that provide high end, full-featured contact center functionality. Cisco Agent Desktop, Cisco Supervisor Desktop, and Cisco Desktop Administrator are the user applications. This white paper is intended to guide a Citrix administrator through the installation of Cisco Agent Desktop 6.0 in a Citrix thin client environment.

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Title	Date Added	Company
Load Testing 2.0 for Web 2.0: Simplifying performance validation for Rich Internet Applications	2007-05-01	Hewlett-Packard (HP)
Today, rich internet application (RIA) technologies are making dramatic inroads in corporate environments. One of the big reasons for the growth of RIA technologies is a better user experience. But while these rich next-generation applications promise a radically different customer experience, they also have the potential to overwhelm the servers and networks that deliver the content to client browsers. Before Ajax or other RIA technologies can be ready for prime time in your business, you need to verify that they can deliver enterprise-scale performance. This white paper helps uncover the many unknowns around stress testing Web 2.0 applications. Tags: HTML, Web Protocols, Servers, Application Development, Web Development and Design, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Methodology
Virtual Client Strategy: Flexible Approaches to Consolidate Client Environments for Reduced Complexity and Cost With Greater Business Agility	2006-03-03 01:01:29	Hewlett-Packard
The virtual client model builds on the principles of server-based computing, but goes further to employ an integrated suite of sophisticated components, including hardware, software, security, management, and services. Thin client devices on the user side then have ubiquitous, advanced access to a personalized, portable, and consistently presented desktop - regardless of network connection, type of access device, or physical location. As a result, both IT needs and user needs can be managed more easily and with improved security features in a consolidated environment. This white paper provides an overview of the virtual client computing model and its implications for addressing the most pressing IT challenges.
Secure Wireless Solutions for the Government	2005-09-02 03:03:06	Fortress Technologies
Tadpole Computer and Fortress Technologies have joined their strengths and experience to offer a simple, robust solution for the complex problem of MLS. The solution combines Tadpole's award winning ultra-thin client technology with Fortress Technologies FIPS-certified network security products and services for U.S. government agencies. The combined components work together seamlessly in a MLS solution that is mobile, secure and affordable.
How CLI Thin Clients Can Work in Education Environments	2005-05-27 03:00:01	Computer Lab International
Use of CLI thin client devices instead of PCs or other devices in education environments can dramatically reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and improve the delivery of educational content in the process. CLI thin clients can be used in K-12 settings, and also in university settings, by students, teachers, and administrators alike. To fully understand this, it is important to understand what server-based computing is, and what CLI thin clients are.
Automating the Deployment and Image Management of a Citrix Hosted Client Environment	2005-12-01 01:00:02
This paper describes how to use IBM Director and Remote Deployment Manager to construct rapid deployment images for provisioning a Citrix-based hosted client infrastructure including Aurema ARMTech for Citrix, Softricity SoftGrid client, and the Cygwin shell. This paper includes detailed steps to configure Microsoft's roaming user profiles and folder redirection to manage user data, how to use Citrix MetaFrame Presentation server to publish a desktop and how to create an ICA connection from a Neoware thin client to a Citrix MetaFrame publication. In addition, methods for enhancing the management of this solution architecture via leveraging the capabilities of IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager are explored.
Configuring a Windows XP Embedded Thin Client	2005-08-09 03:00:02
This white paper provides an overview of the initial steps needed to customize a Windows XP Embedded run-time image for thin clients. It gives an overview of the hardware on the development system that is used in the run-time image's Hardware Abstraction Layer. It explains how to run Target Analyzer to create a Devices.pmq file that includes all the device drivers required to operate the target hardware. It describes how to use Component Designer to create a component definition (.sld) file that lists the hardware components for the run-time image. The white paper also explains how to add missing components to the .sld file, and how to customize the configuration by adding additional components.
Sun Ray Ultra-Thin Client Deployment Options	2005-11-03 01:00:03	Sun Microsystems
The thin client deployment architecture can take several forms depending on the needs or current infrastructure of the business. Implementations can range from a small, single office network, to a highly secure implementation deployed over multiple locations, to multiple end-user groups such as a military installation or a financial services organization. This paper also addresses various ways in which Sun Ray ultra-thin clients can be implemented into new or existing networks; how they can be used to provide Microsoft Windows ("Windows") functionality; and what deployment options exist in environments such as home offices, secure multinetworks, and branch offices. These are presented in helpful scenarios later in the paper.
Tarantella's Secure Global Desktop: Terminal Services Edition - Integration Testing	2005-08-23 03:00:03
Tarantella's Secure Global Desktop (SGD) Terminal Service Edition (TSE) is a thin-client management product that extends the functionality of Microsoft Windows Terminal Server (WTS). Unlike Citrix MetaFrame (MF) which uses its own ICA protocol, SGD builds on the existing terminal services remote desktop protocol (RDP). The purpose of this paper is to integrate and test ArcGIS Desktop with SGD.
Integrating CAD 6.0 Into a Citrix Thin Client Environment	2006-05-04 03:53:35	Cisco Systems
A thin client device is a simple terminal or other device that connects to a central application server. The client connects to the server through the network to process applications, access files, print, and perform services available to ordinary computers. CAD 6.0 (IPCC Enterprise Edition) is a suite of Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) products (user applications and services) that provide high end, full-featured contact center functionality. Cisco Agent Desktop, Cisco Supervisor Desktop, and Cisco Desktop Administrator are the user applications. This white paper is intended to guide a Citrix administrator through the installation of Cisco Agent Desktop 6.0 in a Citrix thin client environment.