ITF can simulate the functions of a TCP/IP TN3270x/TN5250 server (host) and SDTF can simulate the functions of an SNA host, secondary, or peer.
Application Areas
Protocol Training -teaching the flows and operations of the network and components. ITF and SDTF both provide interpreted log/trace output with varying levels of detail and the perfect aid for use in protocol training. The ready-to-run test cases supplied create both legal and illegal sequences. Other sequences can easily be created using the ITF/SDTF programming facilities.
Product configuration/installation -validating that products have been installed and configured properly.
Problem determination techniques - standard tests with defined results may be run to verify correct functional operation and to identify malfunctions.
Functional Demonstrations - can exercise and demonstrate the capabilities of network components.
Product Comparisons - can run the same tests on multiple network components so they can be evaluated and compared.
Product Training - can be used to drive variety of network components so that students may be trained on their operation.