Host Access Client Software facilitates web migration.

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Host Access Client Package for iSeries® v5 enables access to applications and data residing on iSeries systems for traditional Web users in SNA and intranet environments. It supports thin client technology to distribute host access capability to remote users, plus users in intranet and extranet environments. Package includes Personal Communications for Windows® v5.8 and WebSphere® Host, supports Microsoft Crypto API, and complies with Federal Information Processing Standard.



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IBM Host Access Client Package for iSeries V5 - IBM Personal Communications and IBM Host On-Demand - Migrate to the Web at Your Own Pace



The Host Access Client Package for iSeries®, V5 bundle adds product function, building from IBM Host Access Client Package for iSeries, V4.

Package elements
· Personal Communications for Windows®, V5.8
· WebSphere® Host

On-Demand V9
A solution for your host connection needs, the package includes:
· Access to applications and data residing on IBM iSeries
systems (5250) for traditional Web users in SNA and intranet
environments
· Thin client technology to distribute host access capability
to remote users, plus users in intranet and extranet
environments

Migrate to the Web at your own pace
With one package, you can support your diverse user community and help eliminate the need to work with multiple vendors.

From one vendor, at one price per user, you can provide access to
legacy applications to virtually any type of user, regardless of their needs. Whether it is an office-based power user or a mobile employee, a systems programmer or a business
partner with no training on host applications, the Host Access Client Package for iSeries can respond to the need.

With tools that you use today, you can start to build your e-business applications of the future that can
help you to:

· Achieve competitive advantage in your marketplace
· Reduce expenses
· Leverage your existing investments

For more information, visit http://www.ibm.com/software/
network/hostaccess

Planned availability dates
· September 30, 2004 (electronic software delivery)
· October 22, 2004 (media and documentation)

At a glance
New in the Host Access Client Package for iSeries IBM Personal Communications for Windows, V5.8
· Support for Microsoft® Crypto API (MSCAPI)
· Primary Interop Assemblies for .NET
· 5250 printer association support
· Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) compliance
WebSphere Host On-Demand V9
· Database integration and enhancements
· Web Server Independence
· Macro enhancements
· Keyboard remap enhancements
· WebSphere portlet improvements
· FIPS compliance (Java® 2 only)

For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative or the Americas Call Centers at
800-IBM-CALL Reference: AE001

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