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Over 10 years ago, thin client PC technology was introduced. Citrix Systems came out with its multi-user modifications to OS/2. Later, around 1995, they introduced WinFrame, a terminal server version of Windows NT. Microsoft has continued to expand on the terminal server revolution by developing ows NT 4.0 Terminal Server Edition (NT 4.0 TSE), as well as integrating the technology into Windows 2000.
Citrix continues to make add-on prodcts for additional features and functions for both these environments. This article will be the first in a series on terminal server and remote user technologies in the Windows NT environment.
Windows NT 4.0 TSE is a modified version of Windows NT that allows users to operate in a server-based computing environment. Users run client software that will only send the "screen changes" over the network connection. This client software runs a protocol called remote desktop protocol (RDP).
This type of environment has advantages dating back to traditional mainframe computing, creating a centralized computing environment with limited client resource requirements. The downfall is that resources are centralized and individual computing power isn't used.
Installing TSE
Installing TSE is much like installing standard Windows NT. TSE is installed on a "fresh" system, and not over an existing NT server. You'll need to verify that your hardware is on the Microsoft Hardware Compatibility List, and obtain any additional drivers from your hardware vendor. You then proceed to install TSE using the install disks and/or TSE CD.
Next you'll apply the TSE service pack. Since TSE is a modified version of NT, it requires the service pack specifically designed for TSE. The latest service pack for TSE is 6, based on NT Service Pack 6. It requires an additional 31 MB of disk space on the root drive.
TSE is a fully functioning NT server and can run all network services including Domain Controller functions, WINS,...