CUPERTINO, Calif., Sept. 18, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- NetManage, Inc. (Nasdaq:NETM), a software company that provides solutions for integrating, Web enabling and accessing enterprise information systems, today released upgrades to its suite of host access solutions, including ViewNow X Server, RUMBA and OnWeb Web-to-Host. NetManage terminal emulation products connect to virtually any host, across any network, with mission critical reliability and without any change to the host system. NetManage products reduce the cost and complexity of accessing years of business logic already on the host, unlocking critical data in legacy systems for rapid application development. Today's customer-driven upgrades provide additional management capabilities for flexibility, security and ease-of-use.
NetManage ViewNow X Server, software that provides Windows users with easy network access to memory-intensive, graphic rich X applications running on UNIX systems, allows organizations to leverage the power of X applications without the expense of dedicated, high-powered UNIX workstations. Integrated management capabilities, customization tools, and network diagnostic tools simplify software configuration, deployment and administration. New features in ViewNow X Server 9.6 include:
-- Simplified installation for Citrix to publish X applications to
Citrix users
-- Enhanced usability and efficiency when running multiple application
windows with multiple monitors
-- Improved X Server tuning through enhanced resource management for
optimized application behavior and performance
-- Streamlined X application delivery with XDM for VPN-connected users
-- Enhanced SSH authentication through the ability to select private
user keys
NetManage RUMBA simplifies enterprise migrations to browser-based and server-based computing by providing business users with secure access to essential host information from any desktop or server-managed client, including IBM mainframe, IBM iSeries (AS/400), Hewlett-Packard, UNIX, and VAX. New features of NetManage RUMBA 7.5 include:
-- Support for the Windows XP Professional x64 Edition platform in
Compatibility mode for its terminal emulation connecting over
telnet protocols
-- Enhanced security, connectivity and administration features for
integration with IBM System i platform
-- User-friendly features for system administrators using 3270 and
UNIX emulation
NetManage OnWeb Web-to-Host provides secure, Web-based terminal emulation from a centrally managed, single browser-based interface, enabling optimal performance and fast, flexible custom application development. NetManage OnWeb Web-to-Host delivers a persistent connection to mission critical applications and data residing on virtually any host making it simple to deploy, administer and scale in heterogeneous enterprise environments. New features in NetManage OnWeb Web-to-Host 5.3 include:
-- Enhanced deployment options with improved point-and-click
installation and administrative tools for scheduled and automated
client rollouts, providing easier and more flexible distribution
methods
-- Improved efficiency with the addition of the most popular features
from the RUMBA desktop product, including the robust RUMBA AS/400
File Transfer utility with RTO file support and the ability to turn
screen text into 3D buttons that automate user input or execute
macros
-- Connection monitoring in Host Java and Host Pro emulation
"The mainframe has and will continue to serve as an essential part of IT. As a consequence, enterprises need solutions that help them access the critical information stored on these legacy systems quickly, easily and cost-effectively," said Zvi Alon, chairman, president and CEO of NetManage, Inc. "ViewNow X Server, RUMBA and OnWeb Web-to-Host enable business users to work efficiently and productively with expanded access to any application and host system with comprehensive capabilities in security, customization, remote management and enhanced usability."
Product Availability and Pricing
For more information and pricing details about NetManage ViewNow, RUMBA and OnWeb Web-to-Host, please visit www.netmanage.com.
About NetManage
NetManage, Inc. (Nasdaq:NETM) is a software company that provides solutions for integrating, Web enabling and accessing enterprise information systems. More than 10,000 customers worldwide, including the majority of the Fortune 500, have chosen NetManage for mission critical application integration. For more information, visit www.netmanage.com.
NetManage, the NetManage logo, the lizard-in-the-box logo, Chameleon and Chameleon design, RUMBA, ONESTEP, ViewNow, SupportNow, Librados, and OnWeb are either trademarks or registered trademarks of NetManage, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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