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What is Citrix?
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Simply put, Citrix Metaframe allows you to run applications
you have at work from anywhere in the world or on your local area
network (LAN).
You have real time access to run your applications as fast as if you are
in the office. It does not matter if you're using a dialup modem, DSL,
Cable, or T1 to access Citrix remotely.
How does Citrix work?
We begin with either an enhanced version of Windows 2003 with
Terminal Services installed. Then, we add Citrix Metaframe. This product
allows multiple users to run multiple applications on the Citrix Server
at the same time. When you run applications on the Citrix Server the
screen shots are sent to your computer and, in return, your keyboard
input and mouse movements are sent to the Citrix Server.
This allows you to run the full desktop version of ACT! Premium
software, not the more limited Web version
How much bandwidth does it
take?
The average connection uses 10K to 20K of bandwidth per
connection.
Hence, a 28K dial-up modem is enough to access a Citrix Server. Improved
performance will be realized with dedicated High Speed bandwidth, but
the systems works well with broadband (Sprint) cards or 802.11 WiFi
connections.
What
kind of operating system can I use to access Citrix?
Most Windows Operating Systems including Windows 2000, XP, and
Vista plus systems with
Unix, and Macintosh operating systems.
How fast
of a computer do I need to access Citrix?
Virtually any personal computer can access Citrix (e.g., 386 to
Pentium 4 and Higher). In fact, it does not matter how fast your
computer is, it will run with virtually the same speed on Citrix.
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