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(U//FOUO) Training Available for Users of Windows XP
FROM: SID Desktop Modernization Team
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Run Date: 02/21/2006
(U//FOUO) UPDATE (as of 1 October, 2006): TARANTELLA training was discontinued as of
9/30/06.
(U//FOUO) Switching from Unix to Windows XP? Training is available to help make the
transition.
(U//FOUO) The SID Desktop Modernization Team is leading the extremely tough task of
converting approximately 6,050 Sun/Solaris desktops to the enterprise-endorsed Windowsbased desktop. The SID desktop modernization program is the CIO -mandated effort to replace
all SID EA-barcoded Top Secret Unix workstations with the Windows XP desktop, while still
maintaining the capability to run the legacy Unix applications needed to carry out the SID
mission.
(U//FOUO) These numerous Sun/Solaris-based applications will be displayed back via
middleware formerly called "Tarantella" and now known as "Secure Global Desktop." For more
SID Desktop Modernization (SDM) program background information, please refer to the SDM
web page ("go sdm").
(U//FOUO) The major difference for the users during this desktop migration transition will be the
change in the workflow process. To help them adjust to the new desktop, Windows/Tarantella
classes are currently being offered. There are two types of classes:
1. Pointers Class -- lasts one day (three hours) and briefly covers the Outlook e-mail tool,
the WebTop and its working components.
2. Full-Needs Class -- lasts 2 days (eight hours) and provides an overview of the Windows
XP operating system, to include a brief discussion of the operating system, creating
shortcuts, file management, and training on the use of Outlook (reading/creating email
messages, creating signature blocks and customizing features).
(U//FOUO) These classes are being offered to current and future users within SID. The class
schedule is available at the Eagle Alliance web portal (type "go atsc") and clicking on the
Tarantella tab (or click here
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