OpenText HostExplorer
Emulate terminals for IBM 3270 and 5250, UNIX and FTP in Microsoft Windows
Overview
Why choose OpenText HostExplorer?
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Save on terminal emulator maintenance costs
Switching to HostExplorer from IBM PComm can save organizations up to 70% on maintenance costs per year with a two year Return on Investment.
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Easy migration
Import all existing profiles, macros, colors, toolbars and other settings from previously used terminal emulation software to deliver the same user experience.
How HostExplorer can benefit business
Discover the advantages of using HostExplorer.
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Leverage investments in legacy systems
Continue to derive value from large investments into IBM mainframe and AS/400 software with easy, cost effective access via HostExplorer.
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Expand with easy scalability
Support growing user bases with easy access and easy deployment, including central license management.
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Increase security
Secure systems and data streams with a best practice security strategy.
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Increase user productivity
Automate common tasks using HostExplorer macros to increase the productivity of terminal emulation users.
Features
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3270 and 5250 sessions
Provides browser and Windows application access to IBM z/OS and AS/400 terminal applications, supports VT 52 to 420 and WyseTerm terminal emulation, and includes an FTP client.
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Comprehensive security features
Supports SmartCard authentication, SSL encryption, TLS 1.2 and Kerberos 4/5 encryption. Includes integrated SOCKS support for secure firewall traversal. Offers Secure Shell 2 support through optional OpenText Secure Shell.
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Centralized management
Saves and manages user profiles centrally for easy deployment, configuration and customization, including access to LDAP authentication.
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Easy migration from other terminal emulation products
Automates migration from Attachmate Extra!, MicroFocus Rumba or IBM PComm and imports all customizations, such as profiles, colors, keyboards, toolbars, printing definitions and hotspots, with automatic macro conversion.
Take advantage of OpenText and partner services
Deployment
OpenText has a deployment option for HostExplorer.
- Extend your teamOff Cloud, on-premises software, managed by your organization or OpenText
Professional Services
OpenText Consulting Services combines end-to-end solution implementation with comprehensive technology services to help improve systems.
- Your journey to successOpenText Professional Services
- Accelerate the Information Management journeyConsulting Services
- Comprehensive Information Management services and resourcesExplore Professional Services
Partners
OpenText helps customers find the right solution, the right support and the right outcome.
- Search OpenText's partner directoryFind a Partner
- Industry leading organizations that enhance OpenText products and solutionsStrategic Partners
- Build better software productsOEM Solutions
- Explore OpenText's Partner solutions catalogApplication Marketplace
Training
OpenText Learning Services offers comprehensive enablement and learning programs to accelerate knowledge and skills.
- Meet the demands of all types of users for effective adoptionLearning Services
- Unlimited access to training with personalized tiers to fit your needsLearning Subscriptions
Communities
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