So exactly what is Browser/ServerTM technology? Browser/ServerTM is an important adaptation of modern network-centric computing that optimizes the performance of mission critical enterprise applications deployed via the corporate intranet and/or World Wide Web. Browser/ServerTM accomplishes these performance gains with customized multi-tiered infrastructure and application designs that produce production solutions with reduced network requests and increased user interaction. The following table describes
how the various application technologies compare:
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| Mainframe / Terminal | Client / Server | Network - Centric | Browser / ServerTM | |
| Application is stored on | Mainframe | User's PC | Mainframe or Server | Mainframe or Server |
| Client-side software required | Terminal or terminal emulator | Custom client software | Browser or NC | Browser or NC |
| User Interface | Character | GUI | GUI | GUI |
| Network requests per transaction | Several | One or Several | Several | One |
| Browser/Server TM is
the only application deployment technology that combines the performance
and GUI characteristics of Client/Server with the centralized control and
maintenance advantages of the Mainframe.
Browser/Server TM ---- "The ultimate application delivery system"! |
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