Comparing Reflection Desktop and Reflection 14

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1 Micro Focus Desktop and 14 Comparing Desktop and 14 Desktop is the go-forward solution that replaces 14 products. Learn where you are missing out on great new features and where your business might be exposed to security issues. In addition to core terminal emulation, printing, file transfer, and automation capabilties, our Desktop product line provides enterprise customers with support for advanced security protocols and the latest Windows operating systems. Desktop has been designed to provide a seamless upgrade experience that carries forward session and user settings as-is. Supported Platforms Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Desktop Operating Systems Microsoft Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise (32- and 64-bit) Certified Logo Windows 8.1 Professional or Enterprise (32- or 64-bit) Windows 7 Professional Enterprise or Ultimate (32- or 64-bit) Server Environments (Deployment and Virtualization) Windows Server 2016 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Windows Server 2012 R2 and R1 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Windows Server 2008 R2 Terminal Services Citrix Ready Logo Citrix XenApp version 6.x Citrix XenApp version 7.x* VMware Ready Logo VMware Workstation/Player VMware ThinApp Microsoft App-V Cloud Computing Deployment and Support Plan ahead for future desktop and server operating system upgrades Future innovation, optimization, and support for deploying desktop terminal emulation to IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) and DaaS (Desktop as a Service) cloud platforms Secure Encryption Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.2 support Secure Shell (SSH) support SHA-2: Support for SHA-256/RSA-2048 digital signatures Feature available in this version * Supported on the above-supported Windows Server versions

2 Comparing Desktop and 14 Secure Encryption continued Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Mouse over session status line padlock icon for detailed TLS/SSL information Online Certificate Revocation When making secure connections, check the authenticity of certificates using Online Certificate Status Protocol (OCSP), a faster alternative to checking Certificate Trust Lists (CTL). Secure Desktop Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Trusted locations feature to secure desktop environment by allowing only trusted session files and macros to execute (specified location of session and macro files) Ability to encrypt session files Create custom Context Menus Ability to update deployed settings files User Account Control (UAC) Build Microsoft Installer (.msi) packages and lock down features Administrators can configure terminal emulation sessions to meet end user needs while locking down configurations to prevent unauthorized access. Data Privacy and Protection Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Privacy filters to protect sensitive data PCI DSS mode to prevent unsecured connections to host systems (all networks, wireless networks) Support for protecting/masking sensitive data on IBM 3270 and 5250 screens Dynamic privacy filters to efficiently identify, filter and protect sensitive data Ability to ensure PCI DSS compliance for terminal emulation sessions Enforce secure connections over wireless network Make PAN data (credit card numbers) available to select users (e.g., managers) Prevent users from changing PAN settings with User Account Control (UAC) Ability to log when a user accesses a credit card number on an IBM (3270 or 5250) host screen via API (allowing for data capture in a third-party enterprise logging solution) Mainframe applications were designed long before privacy requirements and regulations. Organizations can now comply with privacy regulations and requirements (such as PCI DSS) without making any high cost and risky changes to their mainframe application or disrupting existing end user workflows to prevent sensitive information from being viewed, copied to the clipboard, and printed. Ease the Transition to Desktop Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Retain existing 14 sessions and while gaining easier administration Use existing 14 session files without changes Deploy Classic interface to maintain 14 look and feel Run existing 14 macros and automations with Desktop Minimize disruption to end users by running existing Extra! configurations and macros in Desktop while providing users a familiar look and feel much like the experience of upgrading Microsoft Office. Simplified Administration Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Compound settings files via Open Packaging Conventions (OPC) Support for compound configurations to include all customizations in single session file Ability to create individual settings files (sessions, macros, keyboards, etc.) for more flexible administration Desktop, unlike Extra!, provides one session file for multiple settings files, including keyboard, colors, file transfer, security, and connections that simplify administration. Feature available in this version 2

3 Comparing Desktop and 14 Authentication and Authorization Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Support for Kerberos telnet authentication for TN5250 connections to the AS/400 (IBM System i) Support for IBM Express Logon Feature (ELF) enables certificate authentication and single sign-on (SSO) for mainframe sessions Use existing mainframe/host side authentication capabilities to secure access to host applications and data. Centralized Management Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Authorization via legacy workflow Strong security requires the enterprise to control access to Seamless workflow to secure host access without disrupting end user productivity host applications and data, in addition to supporting regulatory compliance, without disrupting employee productivity. You can LDAP authentication enable strong security through effective management by Single Sign-On (SSO) for NTLM v2 teaming Desktop with Host Access Management and Security Server (MSS). Working with your Identity and Access Management (IAM) system, MSS seamlessly propagates changes to application settings and userspecific content from a central server. Require authentication to central server for user to use product Centralized certificate management for IBM host systems Host Access Management and Security Server (MSS) Add-Ons Security Proxy: Deliver end-to-end encryption and enforce access control at the perimeter with patented security technology SSH connections via the Security Proxy Add-On Advanced Authentication: Enable multifactor authentication to authorize access to your valuable host systems Automated Sign-On for Mainframe: Enable automated sign-on to IBM 3270 applications via your identity and access management system PKI Automated Sign-On: PKI-enable automated application sign-on to your critical enterprise systems Terminal ID Management: Dynamically allocate terminal IDs based on username, DNS name, IP address, or address pool Prevent unauthorized users from using terminal emulation by forcing authentication to MSS. As enterprises move to encrypting data in motion and validating senders and receivers, centralized management enables more secure and simpler management of server certificates. Add layers of security protection for your most sensitive systems and data. Standardization and Competitive Replacement Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) IBM Personal Communications (PComm) sessions and runtime support for PComm macros OpenText (Hummingbird) HostExplorer runtime support for Hummingbird macros Brandon Systems (Jolly Giant) QWS3270 runtime support for Jolly Giant macros Run Rumba sessions and macros Organizations looking to simplify administration and reduce costs are standardizing on a single terminal emulation solution. Now you can ease the transition to Desktop, saving time and reducing disruptions to user productivity. Feature available in this version 3

4 Comparing Desktop and 14 End User Productivity Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Scan bar code data into host applications using Bluetooth (wireless) scanning devices Business-user-oriented macro language (Express Macro Language) for IBM hosts Screen History Quickpads, Hotspots, Auto-Complete, Auto-Expand and Spell-Check Visual terminal keyboard for accessing terminal keys Application, desktop, and Internet search support Support for opening new sessions in existing workspaces Triple-mouse-click support Word wrap support (IBM 3270 and 5250 only) Tabbed Multiple Document Interface (MDI) Microsoft Office Integration All Host Types to automate data exchange between host apps and Office Microsoft Office 2016 integration (32-bit and 64-bit) Microsoft Office 2013 and 2010 integration (32-bit and 64-bit) Bluetooth scanner support allows customers to use a wide array of bar code scanners to increase the mobility and efficiency of assembly line workers allowing them to directly enter data into mainframe applications. Empower end users to easily automate routine tasks increasing productivity without having to use a developer/ programmer. Drag and drop tool enables users to edit macros quickly and reduce errors. EML macros can be used without modification in Desktop, Rumba+ Desktop, ZFE, and InfoConnect Desktop. Implement modern features that enable users to be more productive when interacting with host applications. Use familiar Microsoft Office interfaces and features to make working with mainframe applications familiar and efficient. With Microsoft Office available on the system, you can enable users to leverage host data in messages, contacts, appointments, notes, tasks, and word-processing documents. User Interface Modernization Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Plus mode UI modernization features: Button, Calendar, Image, and Tooltip Add modern time saving controls and look and feel to Plus mode UI modernization (full functionality available with add-on): Auto Execution, Checkbox, Chooser, IBM 3270 and IBM 5250 sessions to give workers a more Collector, Grid Collector, Input Field, Label, Radio Button, Tab, Table, and Web Frame intuitive and modern look and feel without making costly and disruptive changes to the application. Programming and Automation Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Use existing Basic macros without changes N/A N/A Basic macro runtime and editing Command Language (RCL) macros support Customizations and integrations with other desktop applications Events Mapper for triggering actions based on events in host sessions with no coding required Organizations can continue to use existing Extra! macros and customizations in without the need to update or rewrite them. Using the Events Mapper, you can configure to initiate actions, such as macros, menu and terminal commands when an event is encountered during a host session. This makes it possible to monitor host interactions and synchronize commands with a defined group of host session events. Feature available in this version 4

5 Comparing Desktop and 14 Programming and Automation continued Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) Ability to programmatically interact/share information between a host session and a webpage Programmatic access to over 400 properties and methods via API HLLAPI, ehllapi, and WinHLLAPI (IBM 3270 and 5250) Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Support Macro recorder for VBA VBA-macro output available in VB.NET and C# (.NET) VBA IDE (Integrated Development Environment) VBA-macro sharing Microsoft.NET Native.NET API Embeddable.NET control Integration between.net API and Microsoft Visual Studio IDE API documentation with detailed walkthroughs on how to use the API with.net Easily customize and integrate with other desktop applications. Programmers familiar with Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) can customize and automate common tasks using methods, properties, and events that extend the core Visual Basic language. Create custom desktop applications in a.net development environment using the Micro Focus API. The.NET Framework is the Microsoft managed-code technology used for building applications that have visually stunning user experiences, seamless and secure communication, and the ability to model a range of business processes. User Interface Modes Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) TouchUx for optimal user experience when interacting with host applications from touch devices Browser Ribbon Classic Customizable Ribbon Tabbed or windowed Multiple Document Interface (MDI) for sessions Configurable tabs, including colors, renaming, and more Local and online HTML Help Enable TouchUx to give ios, Android, and Windows mobile-device users a familiar data input experience. Provide browser look and feel that maximizes screen real estate and minimizes window dressings and clutter. The Ribbon interface shares the look and feel of modern Windows and Microsoft Office. A Classic interface option provides an experience that is familiar to users of Customize the user interface to best suit the needs of user population. International Support Pre 14.1 Key Consideration(s) German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese localization Support for Chinese Simplified/Traditional, Korean, and Japanese code pages Double Byte Character Support (DBCS) enabled Japanese localization Feature available in this version Multi-national organizations can standardize on a single terminal emulation solution across all regions of the world. 5

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