ThinLinc

ThinLinc is a software solution developed by Cendio that enables organizations to implement a Linux server-based computing (SBC) infrastructure. According to the vendor, ThinLinc aims to centralize computing resources to improve efficiency, security, and accessibility for businesses of various sizes. ThinLinc is suitable for a wide range of industries, including universities, research and development, high-tech and manufacturing, visual effects and animation, as well as telecommunications.

Key Features

Seamless Linux Workspace: According to the vendor, ThinLinc provides a seamless Linux workspace experience to end-users, allowing them to work in a familiar environment regardless of the device or user location.

Centralized Computing Resources: ThinLinc centralizes computing resources in the data center, aiming to increase efficiency, security, and accessibility of IT systems. By distributing desktops and applications from a central location, ThinLinc simplifies management and reduces complexity, as claimed by the vendor.

Redundancy and High Availability: According to the vendor, ThinLinc's server-based solution offers inherent redundancy, ensuring high availability of resources. In case of server failure, users can seamlessly switch to another server without interruption.

Complete Solution: ThinLinc is presented as a complete solution for Linux-based server-based computing (SBC). It includes both server-side components (session-broker, load-balancer, administration interface, etc.) and end-user components (client software, customization tools, etc.), according to the vendor.

Customization Tools: ThinLinc offers customization tools that allow organizations to tailor the user experience according to their specific needs. Administrators can customize the desktop environment, applications, and user settings, claims the vendor.

Secure and Cost-Effective: The vendor states that ThinLinc ensures the security of data and applications by keeping them in the data center, reducing the risk of data breaches. Additionally, by centralizing resources, ThinLinc aims to help organizations save costs by optimizing hardware utilization and reducing the need for individual devices.

Flexible and Scalable: According to the vendor, ThinLinc is designed to be flexible and scalable, accommodating the changing needs of organizations. It can easily scale from a small deployment to thousands of concurrent users, making it suitable for organizations of all sizes.

Easy Setup and Management: ThinLinc is said to simplify the setup and management of a Linux SBC infrastructure. The vendor claims that with its user-friendly administration interface, administrators can easily configure and monitor the system.

Cross-Platform Support: ThinLinc supports multiple platforms, allowing users to connect from various devices including Windows, macOS, Linux, and thin clients. According to the vendor, this cross-platform support ensures flexibility and accessibility for end-users.

Efficient Performance: ThinLinc aims to provide efficient performance, offering a smooth and responsive user experience even over long-distance connections. The vendor claims that it optimizes network usage and minimizes latency to deliver a high-quality user experience.