What is NoVNC?
noVNC is an open source VNC client that allows users to access GUI desktops remotely through a web browser. It provides capabilities similar to traditional VNC software solutions without requiring extra plugins or client software installation on the user's device.
Some key features of noVNC include:
- Access to remote desktops through common web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari etc.
- Encrypted connections using TLS for security
- Support for VNC connections over WebSockets
- Platform independence - works on any OS and device with HTML5-compatible browser
- Open source license (LGPL, MPL)
- Community-driven development for enhancements and bug fixes
noVNC lowers barriers for remotely accessing devices and servers with GUIs. It makes VNC functionality widely accessible without complex software setup. noVNC continues advancing with an active open source community contributing updates aligned with latest web standards.