Configuring Citrix MetaFrame for Windows 2000 Terminal Services
Helps administrators get up to speed on MetaFrame, including designing solutions, installing the software, and configuring remote client access.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Configuring Citrix MetaFrame for Windows 2000 Terminal Services
The Main Differences Between Remote Control and Remote Node
There are two types of remote computing in today s network environments and choosing which to deploy is a matter of determining what your needs really are. Remote node software is what is typically known as remote access. It is generally implemented with a client PC dialing in to connect to some type of remote access server. On the other side, remote control software gives a remote client PC control over a local PC s desktop. Users at either machine will see the same desktop. In this section we ll take a look at the two different methods of remote computing, and consider the benefits and drawbacks of each method.
Remote Control
Remote control software has been in use for several years. From smaller packages like PCAnywhere to larger, enterprise-wide packages like SMS, remote control software gives a user or administrator the ability to control a remote machine and thus the ability to perform a variety of functions. With remote control, keystrokes are transmitted from the remote machine to the local machine over whatever network connection has been established. The local machine in turn sends back screen updates to the remote PC. Processing and file transfer typically takes place at the local level, which helps reduce the bandwidth requirements for the remote PC. Figure 1.4 shows an example of a remote control session.
Figure 1.4: Remote control session.
Benefits of Remote Control
Remote control software has become increasingly popular for enterprise management. With...
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