Univention Corporate Client

Univention Corporate Client: Thin Client Solution

Open source thin client solution for secure desktop virtualization, providing a Linux-based OS for accessing virtual desktops and applications hosted on remote servers.

What is Univention Corporate Client?

Univention Corporate Client (UCC) is an open source thin client operating system designed for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments. It is based on Linux and optimized for delivery of virtual desktops and remote server-hosted applications.

UCC turns hardware terminals and thin client devices into secure endpoints for accessing centralized virtual desktops and apps. It supports standard protocols like RDP, Citrix ICA, and VNC out-of-the-box. UCC integrates with VDI solutions like VirtualBox, Xen, KVM, and VMware to provide the client side access point.

Key features of UCC include:

• Lightweight Linux-based OS for thin clients and repurposed PCs
• Connects to virtual desktops using common remote protocols
• Centralized management through Univention Corporate Server
• Variety of hardware support including x86 and ARM devices
• Fast boot time for quick access to virtual sessions
• Secure encrypted communication and built-in 2-factor authentication
• Role-based profiles and policies for controlling user environments
• Easy integration with existing directory services and virtualization platforms

UCC gives organizations an open source and cost-effective solution to deploy and manage thin client devices for VDI. Its centralized control features also improve security compared to full-featured PCs while delivering the same virtual desktop experience to users.

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