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hostapd vs ThinLinc

A side-by-side look at hostapd and ThinLinc. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

hostapd

hostapd

Network & Admin

hostapd is a user space daemon for access point and authentication servers. It implements IEEE 802.11 access point management, IEEE 802.1X/WPA/WPA2/EAP Authenticators, RADIUS client, EAP server, and basic bridging functionality.

wifiaccess-point80211authenticationradiusbridging
ThinLinc

ThinLinc

Remote Work & Education

ThinLinc is a secure remote desktop access software that allows users to access their desktop environments hosted on centralized servers from any device. It uses SSH protocol for secure connections.

remote-accessdesktop-virtualizationthin-client

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