The gateway software is the interface between the network and Teradata Database. It runs on the Teradata Database server as a separate operating system task. Client sessions that communicate through the gateway to Teradata Database are installed and running on workstations.
In contrast, sessions originating from a mainframe-attached system access Teradata Database through mainframe connections and TDP software and bypass the gateway completely.
The following table describes tools available to administer your gateway.
| Tool | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Control utility | gtwcontrol | Recommended for use only by Teradata field support engineers to.
For details, see Security Administration. |
| Gateway Global utility | gtwglobal |
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| Data Dictionary table | DBC.EventLog | The table logs entries for logon and logoff events found by session control, including logon failures detected external to session control (such as when the Gateway receives an authentication failure). |