Merge pull request #10113 from mendix/kk-workstation-names

Cleared up naming for Workstation

Author: katarzyna-koltun-mx

content/en/docs/releasenotes/workstation/_index.md

@@ -1,8 +1,8 @@
 ---
-title: "Mendix Workstation Release Notes"
-linktitle: Mendix Workstation
+title: "Mendix Workstation Client Release Notes"
+linktitle: Mendix Workstation Client
 url: /releasenotes/workstation/
-description: "Release notes for updates to the Mendix Workstation"
+description: "Release notes for updates to the Mendix Workstation Client"
 weight: 40
 cascade:
     - numberless_headings: true

content/en/docs/workstation/_index.md

@@ -1,32 +1,32 @@
 ---
-title: "Mendix Workstation"
+title: "Mendix Workstation Client"
 url: /mendix-workstation/
-description: "Presents documentation on configuring and using the Mendix Workstation."
+description: "Presents documentation on configuring and using the Mendix Workstation Client."
 weight: 42
 no_list: false 
 description_list: true 
 cascade:
     - content_type: "Mendix Workstation"
 ---
 {{% alert color="info" %}}
-Mendix Workstation is available only for members of the Mendix Workstation Client Pre-Release Program. Support is available only to members of the program. To become a program member, contact Mendix Sales.
+Mendix Workstation Client is available only for members of the Mendix Workstation Client Pre-Release Program. Support is available only to members of the program. To become a program member, contact Mendix Sales.
 {{% /alert %}}
 
 ## Introduction
 
-Mendix Workstation is designed to help you build smarter, faster, and more operator-friendly applications for shopfloor operators. It enables Mendix cloud applications to directly interact with peripheral devices on a local workstation, without relying on intermediate servers or heavy network traffic.
+Mendix Workstation Client is designed to help you build smarter, faster, and more operator-friendly applications for shopfloor operators. It enables Mendix cloud applications to directly interact with peripheral devices on a local workstation, without relying on intermediate servers or heavy network traffic.
 
 By connecting applications directly to the PC's local resources, Workstation allows for near real-time communication with devices like printers, barcode scanners, smartcard readers, and industrial scales, all from within a Mendix app. This setup ensures low-latency performance and reduces infrastructure complexity.
 
 Workstation is especially valuable in manufacturing and industrial environments where precision, speed, and reliability are key to operator efficiency.
 
 In addition to connectivity features, Workstation supports enterprise-grade deployment of projects across multiple environments and sites. It enables distributed teams to collaborate effectively and centrally manage connections to a wide range of heterogeneous equipment assets in a controlled and secure manner.
 
-## Features of Mendix Workstation
+## Features of Mendix Workstation Client
 
-Mendix Workstation has the following features:
+Mendix Workstation Client has the following features:
 
-* Direct local device access - Mendix Workstation allows Mendix client applications to send and receive messages directly from the PC's local hardware.
+* Direct local device access - Mendix Workstation Client allows Mendix client applications to send and receive messages directly from the PC's local hardware.
 * No server detour - Communication happens between the client app and local devices — without routing through a central server, network overload, or any additional intermediate systems.
 * Interactions with the local PC, such as sending and receiving on-event messages, are handled with Mendix nanoflows.
 * Supports multiple interfaces:
@@ -39,7 +39,7 @@ Mendix Workstation has the following features:
 
 * Can emulate and simulate interfaces.
 
-## Benefits of Using Mendix Workstation
+## Benefits of Using Mendix Workstation Client
 
 * Improve operator user experience and efficiency.
 * Renovate home-grown application and get control of legacy systems.
@@ -50,17 +50,17 @@ Mendix Workstation has the following features:
 
 ## Use Cases
 
-Mendix Workstation can be used to create apps that handle use cases such as the following:
+Mendix Workstation Client can be used to create apps that handle use cases such as the following:
 
 * Printing labels on an industrial thermal label printer (for example, a Zebra printer)
 * Badge operators with an NFC smartcard reader and PC/SC specification
 * Scanning and parsing barcodes (for example, GS1 specifications)
 * Weighing materials with an industrial scale (for example, a Mettler Toledo SICS-compatible scale)
 * Connected smart tools (for example, screwdrivers with torque control)
 
-## Components of Mendix Workstation
+## Components of Mendix Workstation Client
 
-Mendix Workstation consists of the following components:
+Mendix Workstation Client consists of the following components:
 
 * [Workstation Management](https://workstation.home.mendix.com/) - Allows centralized configuration.
 * [Workstation Client](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/241063) - Allows real-time communication with local hardware.

content/en/docs/workstation/wks-build-app.md

@@ -1,8 +1,8 @@
 ---
-title: "Building an App for Mendix Workstation"
+title: "Building an App for Mendix Workstation Client"
 linktitle: "Building an App"
 url: /mendix-workstation/build-app/
-description: "Describes how to install the Workstation Connector and build an app to work with Mendix Workstation."
+description: "Describes how to install the Workstation Connector and build an app to work with Mendix Workstation Client."
 weight: 30
 ---
 
@@ -73,7 +73,7 @@ To change a user's role, or remove them from the workspace, click the three dot
 
 ## Getting Started with Custom Logic for Device Interaction
 
-Now that you are ready to start using Mendix Workstation, you can implement your own custom logic for interacting with devices. The following nanoflows and Java actions are essential for establishing connections, sending or receiving messages, and managing device interactions:
+Now that you are ready to start using Mendix Workstation Client, you can implement your own custom logic for interacting with devices. The following nanoflows and Java actions are essential for establishing connections, sending or receiving messages, and managing device interactions:
 
 * **GetStation** - Retrieves the computer information connected to the Client.
 * **SendMessage** - Sends data or commands to the connected device. For more information about the supported message syntax, see [Message Syntax for File, Smart Card, and Bluetooth Devices](/mendix-workstation/message-syntax/).
@@ -162,4 +162,4 @@ The administrator can choose to allow either one or a combination of the followi
 
 ## Error Logs
 
-Logs for the Workstation Management, Client, and Connector are available in case of issues. For more information about accessing the logs, see [Troubleshooting Mendix Workstation](/mendix-workstation/troubleshooting/).
+Logs for the Workstation Management, Client, and Connector are available in case of issues. For more information about accessing the logs, see [Troubleshooting Mendix Workstation Client](/mendix-workstation/troubleshooting/).

content/en/docs/workstation/wks-installation.md

@@ -1,20 +1,20 @@
 ---
-title: "Installing and Configuring Mendix Workstation"
+title: "Installing and Configuring Mendix Workstation Client"
 linktitle: "Installation and Configuration"
 url: /mendix-workstation/installation/
-description: "Documents the installation process for Mendix Workstation."
+description: "Documents the installation process for Mendix Workstation Client."
 weight: 20
 ---
 
 ## Introduction
 
-This document provides a quick start guide for installing Mendix Workstation, and then configuring its basic settings. Mendix Workstation is available for the following operating systems:
+This document provides a quick start guide for installing Mendix Workstation Client, and then configuring its basic settings. Mendix Workstation Client is available for the following operating systems:
 
 * [Microsoft Windows (global installer)](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/241063)
 * [Microsoft Windows (portable)](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/242552)
 * [Linux ARM 64](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/245627)
 
-To configure Mendix Workstation, perform the following steps:
+To configure Mendix Workstation Client, perform the following steps:
 
 ### Creating a Workspace and Station
 
@@ -43,28 +43,28 @@ A *station* represents a workstation on the shopfloor. It can connect to one or
 
 ## Downloading and Running the Workstation Client
 
-The Mendix Workstation Client is a connector between the devices and your local PC. You can download and enable the client by performing the following steps:
+The Workstation Client is a connector between the devices and your local PC. You can download and enable the client by performing the following steps:
 
 1. Open a station and click **Register Computer**.
 
     {{< figure src="/attachments/workstation/wks-install5.png" class="no-border" >}}
 
-2. In the **Computer Registration** dialog, click **Download**. The [Mendix Workstation Client](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/241063) page on the Mendix Marketplace opens for the Windows installer. Alternatively, you can find the component on the Mendix Marketplace by searching for "Workstation Client". You can also find the [portable](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/242552) and [Linux](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/245627) version by using the search, or navigate to them through the above links. 
+2. In the **Computer Registration** dialog, click **Download**. The [Workstation Client](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/241063) page on the Mendix Marketplace opens for the Windows installer. Alternatively, you can find the component on the Mendix Marketplace by searching for "Workstation Client". You can also find the [portable](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/242552) and [Linux](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/245627) version by using the search, or navigate to them through the above links. 
 
     {{< figure src="/attachments/workstation/wks-install6.png" class="no-border" >}}
 
 3. Perform one of the following actions:
 
     * For Windows:
 
-        * If you have administrator rights for your computer, click **Download** and run the Workstation Client installer in the form of an NSIS installer package. If you get a prompt from Windows Access Control, click **Yes** to allow Mendix Workstation Client to be installed; for a silent installation, you can also run the installer as an administrator with the `/S` argument, that is, `MendixWorkstationX.Y.Z.exe /S`. The default installation folder is *C:\Program Files\Mendix Workstation*. The app data folder can be found at *C:\ProgramData\Mendix Workstation*. The client runs automatically after the installation is completed.
-        * If you do not have administrator rights for your computer, download the [Mendix Workstation Client Portable](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/242552) instead. As a best practice, put the portable client in  a new folder in your Documents folders, and then click the .exe file to run the client.
+        * If you have administrator rights for your computer, click **Download** and run the Workstation Client installer in the form of an NSIS installer package. If you get a prompt from Windows Access Control, click **Yes** to allow Workstation Client to be installed; for a silent installation, you can also run the installer as an administrator with the `/S` argument, that is, `MendixWorkstationX.Y.Z.exe /S`. The default installation folder is *C:\Program Files\Mendix Workstation*. The app data folder can be found at *C:\ProgramData\Mendix Workstation*. The client runs automatically after the installation is completed.
+        * If you do not have administrator rights for your computer, download the [Workstation Client Portable](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/242552) instead. As a best practice, put the portable client in  a new folder in your Documents folders, and then click the .exe file to run the client.
 
     * For Linux - Download and install the [Linux](https://marketplace.mendix.com/link/component/245627) version of the client.
 
 ## Registering your Computer
 
-With the Mendix Workstation Client running on your computer, you must now register your computer in the Workstation Management.
+With the Workstation Client running on your computer, you must now register your computer in the Workstation Management.
 
 1. Go to [Mendix Workstation Management](https://workstation.home.mendix.com/) and navigate to the **Station Overview** in the workspace which contains the station that you want to register to your computer. 
 2. Click the menu in the overview and select **Register computer**.

content/en/docs/workstation/wks-message-syntax.md

@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ weight: 40
 
 ## Introduction
 
-To communicate with your devices, you must ensure that the messages you send have the correct syntax. This syntax varies depending on the type of device. The following sections show the required syntax for file system, smart card, and Bluetooth devices.
+To enable Mendix Workstation Client to communicate with your devices, you must ensure that the messages you send have the correct syntax. This syntax varies depending on the type of device. The following sections show the required syntax for file system, smart card, and Bluetooth devices.
 
 ## Bluetooth
 

content/en/docs/workstation/wks-prerequisites.md

@@ -1,14 +1,14 @@
 ---
-title: "Getting Started with Mendix Workstation"
+title: "Getting Started with Mendix Workstation Client"
 linktitle: "Getting Started"
 url: /mendix-workstation/prerequisites/
-description: "Documents the requirements for the Mendix Workstation."
+description: "Documents the requirements for the Mendix Workstation Client."
 weight: 10
 ---
 
 ## Introduction
 
-This document presents the system requirements for Mendix Workstation.
+This document presents the system requirements for Mendix Workstation Client.
 
 ## System Requirements
 
@@ -23,15 +23,15 @@ This document presents the system requirements for Mendix Workstation.
 
 ## Network Configuration
 
-Before implementing Mendix Workstation, perform the following steps:
+Before implementing Mendix Workstation Client, perform the following steps:
 
 1. Ensure that the Workstation user can access the Mendix Cloud.
 2. Open the required ports for communication (for example, TCP 443 for HTTPS).
-3. Add the Mendix Workstation client to the Allow list for any firewall or antivirus software, if applicable.
+3. Add the Workstation Client to the Allow list for any firewall or antivirus software, if applicable.
 
 ## Device Connectivity
 
-Before connecting devices with Mendix Workstation perform the following steps:
+Before connecting devices with Mendix Workstation Client perform the following steps:
 
 * Make sure the devices are correctly set up and connected to your computer.
 * Verify that the device driver is installed and up to date.
@@ -45,19 +45,19 @@ Before connecting devices with Mendix Workstation perform the following steps:
     * For Serial Port connection - Open the device and test device basic commands.
     * For TCP/IP connection - Ping the device to make sure that it is reachable on the network and not blocked by a firewall, and then test the basic device commands.
 
-## Best Practices for Working with Mendix Workstation
+## Best Practices for Working with Mendix Workstation Client
 
-As you begin your work with Mendix Workstation, keep in mind the following best practices to help you.
+As you begin your work with Mendix Workstation Client, keep in mind the following best practices to help you.
 
 ### Security Recommendations
 
-For more information, see [Security Best Practices for Mendix Workstation](/mendix-workstation/security/).
+For more information, see [Security Best Practices for Mendix Workstation Client](/mendix-workstation/security/).
 
 ### Performance Optimization
 
 * Ensure workstations meet the recommended hardware specifications.
 * Minimize background processes to improve performance.
-* When building app logic reusing the Connectors nanoflows, minimize the amount of microflow calls and [other actions](https://docs.mendix.com/refguide/nanoflows/#logic-where-no-connection-is-needed) that require a server connection. One key benefit of Mendix Workstation is client-sided data processing. Every call to the Mendix runtime adds an performance overhead.  
+* When building app logic reusing the Connectors nanoflows, minimize the amount of microflow calls and [other actions](https://docs.mendix.com/refguide/nanoflows/#logic-where-no-connection-is-needed) that require a server connection. One key benefit of Mendix Workstation Client is client-sided data processing. Every call to the Mendix runtime adds an performance overhead.  
 
 ### Maintenance Guidelines
 

content/en/docs/workstation/wks-security.md

@@ -1,8 +1,8 @@
 ---
-title: "Security Best Practices for Mendix Workstation"
+title: "Security Best Practices for Mendix Workstation Client"
 linktitle: "Security Best Practices"
 url: /mendix-workstation/security/
-description: "Provides information about best-practice security configuration for the Mendix Workstation."
+description: "Provides information about best-practice security configuration for the Mendix Workstation Client."
 weight: 15
 ---
 

content/en/docs/workstation/wks-troubleshooting.md

@@ -1,14 +1,14 @@
 ---
-title: "Troubleshooting Mendix Workstation"
+title: "Troubleshooting Mendix Workstation Client"
 linktitle: "Troubleshooting"
 url: /mendix-workstation/troubleshooting/
-description: "Describes how to solve potential issues with Mendix Workstation."
+description: "Describes how to solve potential issues with Mendix Workstation Client."
 weight: 40
 ---
 
 ## Introduction
 
-If you encounter any issues with your Mendix Workstation Management, Connector, or Client, use the following troubleshooting tips to help you solve them.
+If you encounter any issues with your Workstation Management, Connector, or Client, use the following troubleshooting tips to help you solve them.
 
 ## Workstation Management
 
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ The Client retains logs for the last eight days. You can access the logs by clic
 
 You can also find log files by day in the Client's app data folder. To do so on Windows, press **Win + R**. If you installed the Client using the installer for all users, enter `%ProgramData%\Mendix Workstation\logs`. If you are using the portable version, enter `%AppData%\Mendix Workstation\logs`. On Linux the Mendix *Workstation/logs* folder is either located at `$XDG_CONFIG_HOME` or `~/.config`.
 
-Alternatively, you can start the Mendix Workstation Client from Powershell to view logs: `start "C:\Program Files\Mendix Workstation\Mendix Workstation.exe" -ArgumentList "--log-level=debug" -wait`.
+Alternatively, you can start the Workstation Client from Powershell to view logs: `start "C:\Program Files\Mendix Workstation\Mendix Workstation.exe" -ArgumentList "--log-level=debug" -wait`.
 
 ### Registration Token Could Not Be Parsed
 
@@ -86,7 +86,7 @@ The connection between the Client and the Connector cannot be established either
 
 #### Solution
 
-* Verify that the Mendix Workstation Client is running and registered on the same computer as the browser that is trying to establish a connection via the StationConnector.
+* Verify that the Workstation Client is running and registered on the same computer as the browser that is trying to establish a connection via the StationConnector.
 * Verify that the Client is registered in the correct Workspace by comparing the Workspace name and ID displayed in the Client UI with the Workspace in the Management. 
 * Verify that the application that is attempting a connection is properly configured as an allowed app in the Workspace and on the Station. To do so check that your application, for example, running on `http://localhost:8080`, is added in the **Apps** section of your Workspace. If the app is added, check that the public key of the configured workspace app is up to date with the public key displayed in your app that is using the connector. If not, update the public key value of the workspace app with the latest value displayed in the app. Next, check that the app is also enabled as an allowed app in the Station configuration by going to the respective Station detail page in that workspace. Always press the **Refresh** button in the Workstation Client after applying any changes in the Management.