tn3270


tn3270

A program, similar to telnet, used to connect to remoteIBM mainframe hosts, many of which do not understandtelnet. The program emulates a 3270-type terminal.

For many tn3270 versions, the "clear screen" function isactivated by typing Control-Z. When logged on to an IBM hostand "HOLDING" or "MORE..." appears at the lower right cornerof the screen, the "clear screen" function must be entered todisplay the next screen. tn3270 emulations usually includefunction key definitions.

TN3270

(TelNet 3270) A client program that included the 3270 protocol for logging into IBM mainframes. Using the TCP/IP networking protocol, it was widely used to connect a desktop computer to a mainframe and emulate a mainframe terminal (3270) session.