Citrix supports Microsoft`s worldwide launch of Windows Server 2003

Citrix Systems, Inc, the global leader in access infrastructure solutions, joins Microsoft in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town as a platinum sponsor in last week`s launch of the new Windows Server 2003 family of servers.

Citrix also participated in 50 launch events in 25 countries across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific including cities such as Atlanta, Berlin, Detroit, Ft Lauderdale, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Milan, New York, Paris, Seattle, Sydney, Vancouver and Washington, DC.

Microsoft also joins Citrix as a gold sponsor locally at the annual Citrix iForum Gauteng conference, to be held at Vodaworld on 24 July 2003.

Citrix and Microsoft have worked together for more than 14 years to extend the capabilities of Microsoft`s server operating platforms. The two companies co-developed the technology on which Windows Server 2003, Terminal Server, is based. In addition, Citrix is one of the four independent software vendors in Microsoft`s Global Gold Certified Partner Program for Software Products.

Together, Citrix and Microsoft provide enterprise customers with simple, secure access to .NET-connected applications, services and content from virtually any client device across any network connection. The latest version of the world`s most widely deployed presentation server, Citrix MetaFrame XP Presentation Server, Feature Release 3 is certified to run on Windows Server 2003 and embraces and extends Windows Server 2003, Terminal Server. The combined solution supports virtually any custom or commercially packaged Windows or Web application, creating a highly scalable, flexible, secure and manageable access infrastructure that can reduce computing costs and increase the utility of any information system.

"We`ve enjoyed a strong working partnership with the local Citrix office over the years and we`re delighted that they`re involved with us in this very important launch as a Platinum sponsor," said Mike Cathie, Business and Marketing Officer, Microsoft South Africa.

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"The Windows Server 2003 operating system is designed to be the most productive infrastructure platform for powering connected applications, network and Web services," he said.

"The Citrix MetaFrame Access Suite adds significant value by providing access to information and applications from any location. As a result, customers benefit from a solution that will seamlessly integrate and scale their Windows- and .NET-connected application deployments from a centrally managed location. The support Citrix has provided for our launch of Windows Server 2003 marks another key milestone in our longstanding collaborative relationship."

"Citrix`s extensive knowledge of the Microsoft system and application software has been instrumental in making us the global leader in the access infrastructure market," said Chris Norton, manager of Citrix`s local office in SA.

"By combining the MetaFrame Access Suite and Windows Server 2003, our worldwide customers can simplify the complexity of their heterogeneous computing environments and benefit from the best available solution for delivering the on-demand enterprise - ultimately increasing workforce flexibility and productivity, and lowering IT costs."