Enter Microsoft…
It did not take long for Microsoft to realize the potential of server-based computing technology.
With Citrix server-based computing technology, Windows applications could run on nearly every desktop in the enterprise, including UNIX, Macintosh, and OS/2. Citrix also was interested in working with Microsoft for several reasons, including access to large enterprise-class organizations and enhanced support.
Windows NT Server 4.0, Terminal Server Edition
In early 1997, a team of Citrix representatives, led by Mr. Iacobucci, went to Redmond to negotiate with Microsoft. In May 1997, the announcement was made: Microsoft had licensed significant portions of the WinFrame technology from Citrix and would be developing a multiuser version ...
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