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What is Parallels RAS?
Parallels Remote Application Server (Parallels RAS, formerly 2X RAS), is application virtualization technology, billed as a solution to extend the life of legacy OS (like Windows XP) with its virtual desktop for any device. Maltese company 2X Software developed the technology,…
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What is Parallels RAS?
Parallels® Remote Application Server (RAS) is a remote work solution that provides secure virtual access to business applications and desktops on any device or OS—from anywhere. The platform offers an agile, cloud-ready foundation and end-to-end security fueled by a centralized management console with granular policies. Companies can leverage on-premises, hybrid, or public cloud deployments and integrate with existing technology like Microsoft Azure and AWS. Parallels RAS aims to give organizations the flexibility, scalability, and IT agility to adapt to changing business needs. Parallels RAS offers a single, full-featured licensing model that includes 24/7 support and access to product training. The vendor states its key benefits include:
- User experience—work from anywhere, on any device.
- Enhanced data security and compliance—centralized management console with granular policies.
- IT agility and business readiness—flexible hosting solutions to scale and adapt.
- Total cost of ownership—supports BYOD and includes a simple licensing model.
- Always-on support—access to 24/7 support and training at no additional cost.
Parallels RAS Features
- Supported: Advanced access controls: Secures corporate data with a client group policy in the Parallels RAS Console. Centrally manages and controls access by user, group, or device.
- Supported: Multifactor authentication: Requires users to authentication access via two-factor or smart card authentication. Parallels RAS also integrates with third-party security solutions.
- Supported: Encryption protocols: Parallels RAS Secure Gateway supports SSL and FIPS 140-2 encryption, helping organizations adhere to data compliance policies such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.
- Supported: Centralized monitoring: Transforms raw data into custom visual reports to show traffic and resource usage from network infrastructure. Centrally monitors day-to-day user activities.
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This video shows how to deploy virtual apps and desktops via Parallels RAS in Azure by using Parallels RAS in the Azure Marketplace. This is a fast way to create a proof of concept (POC) or test environment.
This video demonstrates the steps an administrator takes within the Parallels RAS Console to successfully deliver services to end users via Amazon EC2.
Parallels RAS themes allow an organization to transform what the user sees when they access resources delivered via Parallels RAS. For example, custom branding (white labeling) can be applied, a custom URL can be set for the end user, and access can be locked down to specific ...
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Parallels RAS Technical Details
| Deployment Types | On-premise, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based |
|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Windows, Linux, Mac, Windows Server 2008R2, 2012/R2, 2016, 2022, Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10, 11 |
| Mobile Application | Android, Mobile Web, iPadOS |
| Supported Languages | English, German, Japanese, Russian, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean |
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Parallels Remote Application Server (Parallels RAS, formerly 2X RAS), is application virtualization technology, billed as a solution to extend the life of legacy OS (like Windows XP) with its virtual desktop for any device.
Maltese company 2X Software developed the technology, but was acquired by Parallels (in Seattle, WA) in February, 2015 to extend their cross-platform support solutions.
Parallels RAS starts at $120.
Citrix DaaS, VMware Horizon, and VMware Horizon Cloud Service on Microsoft Azure are common alternatives for Parallels RAS.
Reviewers rate Availability highest, with a score of 9.6.
The most common users of Parallels RAS are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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July 18, 2022
Affordable product with optimal features
We have used multi-factor authentication to ensure the security of the application and data and Parallels Remote Application Server architecture is spot on with those requirements the options we had with multi-factor authentication methods were limited but they served their purpose. But that’s an area where there could be improvements in the future
July 17, 2022
Give it a chance you will not be dissapointed!
Security is a big concern and we can rely on Parallels RAS due to the complete set of tools it provides to have a safe environment. That peace of mind is of great value to us.
We explore and configure all the security options provided by Parallels Remote Application Server, 2FA, and TLS 1.2 for remote connections, logging, and alerting. all these options are not complex to configure and provide another layer of defense for a public-facing system.
July 09, 2022
Cost effective wrapper for MS RDP/VDI deployment. Worth it for consolidation and ease of management.
Was able to implement multi-factor authentication (via RADIUS) before official support was built in. Now, natively supports Google Authentication (and multi-factor), among many.
Through Parallels Remote Application Server, some data and applications could be removed from mobile devices and centralized. Centrally, higher security (backup/restore), as well as data leakage, can be much better managed.
Second factor authentication.
June 23, 2022
Remote Application Server, the way it should be.
We have set up some stricter policies with our Parallels, preventing any drive mapping from the local machine to the remote destination, file sharing, and clipboard sharing, to try and help prevent any data from leaving the company this way. We also enforce MFA via a third party and disallow anyone from bypassing this. And have all data encrypted via SSL.
June 20, 2022
Best and Easy RAS Solution
Parallels Remote Application Server 2X clients are secure so far we never had a security breach at any level. However, we are not using MFA. Login permission is based on the AD profile. We will learn more about RAS security and will implement it with the help of the support team.
June 15, 2022
Parallels RAS? More like RA-YES!
We have definitely used the permission policies, MFA, encryption, access control, and SSL security capabilities provided by Parallels. It helps with peace of mind that the information people are accessing remotely isn't actually being sent across the internet unprotected.
April 08, 2022
Make the switch to Parallels RAS!
Security is a big concern in today's world. The ability to utilize MFA is huge and was a requirement prior to switching from the competitor product. MFA setup was very simple with RAS and integrated nicely with Azure MFA. SSL cert installation was also very simple through the console and took effect immediately.
April 04, 2022
Controllers may love this.
From controller side Im not able to provide feedback on regards this.
We have been able to keep our ERP data locked down to our users just as if they had the application on their desktop and limit them to only the information they should be allowed to have. Since we aren't currently doing a front-facing app, security is a little simpler in our implementation.
We absolutely love the MFA, it was simple to provision and assign and user adoption was seamless. Particularly great was the fact that the MFA could be turned on based on how the user was connecting or what group the user was in so that a tiered approach to introducing MFA was possible in our company.
March 26, 2022
Simple, secure, reliable
This type of protection gives us confidence in the security of data and the work of employees. Leaks are practically excluded
March 26, 2022
Falling behind the competition
These layers of security were non-negotiables for us. The capabilities within Parallels Remote Application Server allowed us to provide greater security and control to making applications accessible outside our LAN. This was especially important because two of the applications running contained our most sensitive operational data.
March 17, 2022
Excellent Product from Parallels
SSL and user access control helped us to provide a more secure solution
Score 10 out of 10
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We use the 2FA and also an SSL on the gateway and the encryption to provide end-to-end encryption for all of our connections both in and out. This helps reassure and provide some confidence that it is secure. It also means that we know exactly who can and can't access the systems as each user's 2fa registration is logged.
March 11, 2022
Parallels Remote Application Server review
Parallels Remote Application Server is safe for customers to use online because there are multiple security measures to take. The most important one is SSL HTTPS transport with server and client.
March 02, 2022
Good to Go Software for Quick Conversion During Pandamic
was good and was inline with your Information Security Office Protocol Policies.
February 28, 2022
Want your Remote Access to be available Anytime, Anywhere on Any Device ... Try Parallels Remote Application Server
Because of the worldwide scope of our clients, TSG Networks needs to offer HIPPA and GDPR compliance. Parallels Remote Application Server provides robust data protection through granular permission policies, multi-factor authentication, encryption, user access control, and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).
February 26, 2022
An excellent product to deliver office working from home.
Through our integration with Duo, our parallels environment is protected by two-factor authentication an absolute must in the modern era. We use this with either passcode or push to authenticate every user that logs onto our parallels environment.
February 22, 2022
Parallels RAS - once you've used it you won't want anything else!
SSL and Multi Factor Authentication have helped us very easily tick some PCI DSS & GDPR boxes.
We use a publicly signed SSL certificate for remotely published apps.
Both Google Authenticator and integration with the Deepnet DualShield platform make implementing MFA very easy with plenty of 2nd device options.
We use a publicly signed SSL certificate for remotely published apps.
Both Google Authenticator and integration with the Deepnet DualShield platform make implementing MFA very easy with plenty of 2nd device options.
September 27, 2021
Remote working application server for agile teams
With enhanced data security features offered by Parallels Remote Application Server, we can track user activities and protect ourselves against unauthorized use of any files or applications.
September 22, 2021
Parallels Remote Application Server - Secure access for engineers from Anytime/Anywhere
Security for any system or server is most important in today's IT world. Parallels Remote Application Server with end-to-end AES encryption has helped us ensure the same and prevent any data leakage or malicious activity.
July 09, 2021
100% Cloud Based in healthcare!
Being in healthcare alone is a big security project. Data breaches are all too common these days and the features presented in Parallels [Remote Application Server] really helps us keep our data secure. Multi-factor authentication helps reduce unauthorized logins, access control allows us to determine which users have access to specifics apps and data. Other options such as disabling clipboard transfers, disabling file downloads, and GPO options to prevent access to server data is critical to keeping an environment secure.