Parallels RAS
Your Secure, Simple, and Cost-Effective VDI Solution.
Overview
Parallels RAS (Remote Application Server) is a comprehensive VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) solution that enables businesses to deliver virtual desktops and applications to any device, anywhere. It simplifies the deployment and management of VDI and Microsoft RDS environments. Parallels RAS focuses on providing a secure, scalable, and user-friendly experience, with features like load balancing, multi-cloud deployment, and extensive security policies. It is an alternative to more complex solutions like Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
✨ Key Features
- Application and Desktop Delivery (VDI)
- Multi-Cloud Ready (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
- High Availability and Load Balancing
- Comprehensive Security Policies (MFA, granular filtering)
- Universal Printing and Scanning
- User Profile Management (FSLogix)
- Session Recording and Monitoring
- HTML5 Web Client for browser-based access
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Simplified architecture and ease of management.
- All-inclusive licensing model is more cost-effective.
- Flexibility to deploy on-premises, in the public cloud, or hybrid.
Unique Value: Simplifies and secures the delivery of virtual applications and desktops, offering an enterprise-grade VDI experience at a lower cost and with less complexity.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Deploying virtual desktops and applications to employees across multiple locations.
- Providing secure access to corporate applications from non-corporate devices via an HTML5 browser.
- Scaling VDI infrastructure on-demand using public cloud resources.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users needing simple peer-to-peer remote control instead of a full VDI solution.
🏆 Alternatives
Provides a much simpler setup, management, and licensing model compared to the complexity of Citrix or VMware.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: N/A
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