Ericom® Software Sets a New Standard in Enterprise-Wide Application Access

PowerTerm® WebConnect 5.5 enhanced features add compelling business value and functionality to application access across Microsoft® Windows™ Terminal Server and Legacy Environments.

Closter, NJ (April 4, 2006) – Ericom® Software, a leading provider of enterprise-wide application access solutions, today announced PowerTerm WebConnect 5.5 - the latest release of its flagship product line. This enhanced Server Based Computing (SBC) solution provides centrally managed, secure, local and remote access to applications residing on Windows Terminal Servers and legacy systems, from both Windows and Linux client devices. Providing access to the widest range of enterprise data and applications, PowerTerm WebConnect 5.5 eliminates the need for costly point solutions as it allows organisations to standardise on a single enterprise application access solution.

PowerTerm WebConnect’s enhancements empower users with on demand, anytime, anywhere access - increasing overall productivity and lowering total cost of ownership. The new solution integrates enhanced security, centralised management tools, remote desktop support, and more into an on-demand connectivity solution that enables corporations to both simplify and optimise their IT infrastructure.

Eran Heyman, Ericom CEO commented, “PowerTerm WebConnect’s latest enhancements address the market’s need for a comprehensive Server Based Computing solution.  PowerTerm WebConnect eliminates everyday IT complexities including software distribution, backup and disaster recovery.  Ericom’s connectivity, security and efficiency tools empower organisations to reduce overall IT costs. With PowerTerm WebConnect, organisations can standardise on one, unified and secure application access solution.”

PowerTerm WebConnect 5.5 highlights the following key enhancements:  

Secure Application Publishing
PowerTerm WebConnect enables one-step publishing of single or multiple applications, making it easier for IT administrators to manage user access to mission-critical applications and data. Also new in v5.5, published applications are accessible using the PowerTerm WebConnect Application Zone or Application Portal Web interface.  These tools enable users to access and launch applications and data via a list, icons from the Desktop, the Start menu, a web interface, or a portal environment.

Efficiency, Productivity and Security Tools
PowerTerm WebConnect 5.5 introduces tools for enhanced efficiency, including Application and Terminal Server load balancing, automatic redirection of internet content, session re-connect, single port relay, remote desktop support and remote desktop access.

Increased Scalability
PowerTerm WebConnect 5.5 offers greater scalability as each PowerTerm WebConnect Server can handle thousands of concurrent users.

Comprehensive Platform Support
PowerTerm WebConnect Server runs on Windows, Windows 64-bit, Linux on Intel®, Linux on IBM® POWER™ and Linux on IBM zSeries®.

Portal Integration
PowerTerm WebConnect further extends its platform support by integrating with Portals including: IBM Workplace™, IBM WebSphere® Portal and other portal environments such as Oracle and Vignette portals.

For more information on PowerTerm WebConnect, visit http://www.ericom.com/serverbased.asp

About Ericom Software
Ericom® Software is a leading provider of Enterprise-Wide Application Access Solutions. Since 1993, Ericom has been helping users access enterprise mission-critical applications, enabling access to applications running on a broad range of Microsoft® Windows® Terminal Servers, legacy and other systems, and helping organizations realize the benefits of their IT investments. With over 6 million installations in 45 countries, Ericom has offices in the United States and EMEA, and a worldwide network of distributors, strategic partners, and OEM partners. For more information about Ericom and its products, please visit: http://www.ericom.com or http://www.ericom.co.uk

UK Ericom Contact
Hayley Edwards
hayley.edwards@ericom.co.uk
0870 2000176

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