Simple, easy, quick and just like your PC
Using a hosted desktop is very
simple and, once you are using it, no different from a normal PC
running Windows XP, Windows 7 or Vista. You can connect via the
internet, VPN or direct connection to the login portal and from
there jump into your infrastructure.
Simple Steps
1. Browse to the web-based login screen
2. Type in your username and password
3. Select your desktop or a specific application
4. Use the desktop as if installed locally
Thin Clients
If your company is looking into buying PCs, thin clients are a
fantastic alternative.
In essence, they comprise a micro
PC, which has no moving parts and is extremely cost effective. In
fact, they're almost disposable devices because your environment,
data and applications are stored in our data centre. The thin
client simply provides a connection device to the hosted desktop
via the internet and automatically connects to our hosted desktop
technology, presenting you with your Windows XP-type
experience.
The thin client is small and easy
to install. Just plug in your keyboard, mouse and screen(s) and
connect it to your broadband router or network. We typically
recommmend the HP t Series thin client, but also work with other
vendors such as Wyse, Cranberry, ChipPC or IGEL in order to get the
best features for our customers.
Benefits of a Thin Client
Affordable - Just a small monthly fee on top of your hosted
desktop
Simple - They don't require ANY management, as it can all be done
remotely
Reliable - They almost never break, as they have no moving
parts
Sleek - They look great, make no noise, and take up next to no
room
Easy - Pre-configured and can be up and running in less than 5
minutes
Power efficient - Thin clients use around 20% of the power of a PC.
PCs typically use around 300w per year, which equates to a annual
bill of £300 or more
a thin client?
Do I have to use a Thin Client?
No, you can use a standard PC,
laptop, or even an internet cafe machine to connect to a hosted
desktop - all you need is an internet connection. A thin client
simply offers a great alternative as it saves a lot of money when
compared to traditional PCs. With Cloudserve, you can either
purchase your own thin clients or Cloudserve will assist you in the
procurement of the most appropiate devices.
Who manages the thin clients?
Cloudserve's can easily do
that for you, remotely managing the devices from an operation
centre to ensure that they're secure and running as they should be.
In the unlikely event that the worst happens and your thin client
fails, many of our partners will provide "hot-spares" to just plug
and go.