Linux Desktop Multiplier versus Thin Clients
Excellent Performance, Rich User Experience
Multiplied Linux Desktops are thick or full clients with dedicated monitors, keyboards and mice. Rather than transmitting data from a thin client server to individual thin clients (additional hardware and software required) over an Ethernet cable, users on a Multiplied Linux Desktop (or "ZERO-client" desktop) have direct access to the system and a much richer user experience:
- Full-client with dedicated video, keyboard and mouse access (transparent to kernel)
- Outperforms thin clients at a fraction of the cost
- Richer user experience
- Easier to set up and deploy
- No thin client server hardware, software or access licences required
- Individual USB headset audio support
- Individual USB memory key support
- Dual-monitor support
- Support for 3M MicroTouch and Elotouch touchscreen monitors
In fact, if you have chosen to pursue a thin-client solution, the Linux Desktop Multiplier provides
the best way to drive additional value to your thin client deployment. With the Multiplier, you can run multiple separate thin-client sessions from each physical computer. Remember that with traditional thin-client implementations, you still require a dedicated computer per user versus one computer for up to 10 users with the Linux Desktop Multiplier.
Summary
Are you considering SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop for your re-purposed or new desktops? If so, the Multiplied Linux Destkop Strategy provides the best way to maximise your fixed desktop budget.
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