Secure Remote Connection Software for Seamless Collaboration, Productivity and Efficiency

Teradici
6 min readJun 10, 2021

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Remote connection software allows your teams to work remotely by establishing a remote connection between your local and remote office computer. To enable the remote connection software, both the host and endpoint devices must be turned on, the remote access tool must be downloaded on both devices to establish a connection, and both devices must be connected to the internet (although some remoting software does support darksite deployments). Secure remote access software is especially useful in scenarios when users are in dispersed locations but need access to their personal computers and files.

A central server hosts your remote desktop applications and is responsible for publishing and delivering the application to any other necessary devices. Remote connection software then provides you with access to those applications and files from a different device located anywhere. Take for example a situation when you are scheduled to make a big presentation to your client and left your approved presentation deck on your office computer. With remote access software installed, you can log into your office desktop from your client’s office, copy the presentation to your laptop and seal that deal without the client even knowing that you were just clicks away from dropping the ball entirely.

Simplifying workflows

Employees can access workplace apps and files while working from home or traveling, keeping productivity up at all times. Remote connection software enhances collaboration among teams by enabling secure peer-to-peer file sharing. The seamless ability to share files and improved collaboration will help your employees to feel like they are part of the team. Your employees will feel as if they are working in close proximity to each other even when they are working from different locations.

Remote access experts know that as access gets broader, the risk increases, as there are more potential points of entry and exit for malicious software to hide. Secure remote access software simplifies your workflows while keeping your network and information highly secured. Not only are workflows accelerated by connections between centralized workstations and data assets, but client confidentiality agreements and data are also strictly maintained as all software applications run centrally.

Dynamic transfer of files

Remote desktop applications provide multi-monitor support so that you can access all the active monitors as and when required, and files can be transferred dynamically during remote sessions. Remote desktop virtualization infrastructure allows desktop applications to be installed from the central host on the server while only the projection of the graphic image interface is displayed on the client device. The client captures and transfers the input signals such as keyboard stroke and mouse movement, and even native mobile gestures like taps or zooming. The server processes the commands and updates the visual projection on the local device in real-time, just as if they are running on the end user’s device. The virtual data and applications never actually leave the central server, hence the chances of data loss or corruption are minimized.

Cloud Access Software and PCoIP protocol for significant savings

Teradici CAS (Cloud Access Software) enables remote access to any Windows, macOS or Linux-based computers including standalone computers, virtual workstations on VMware ESXi, KVM or Nutanix AHV hypervisors, non-graphics virtual desktops on VMware ESXi, and remote workstations that reside on the public cloud. Teradici remote workstation cards can be plugged into physical workstations and convert the DVI or DisplayPort signals into the PCoIP protocol used by Teradici CAS. The PCoIP protocol transmits compressed pixels into the home environment: therefore, a reduced display resolution offers a direct reduction in network bandwidth. A user with a 4K/UHD display at home will see up to 50% peak bandwidth usage by setting a 2560 x 1600 resolution. Significant savings may be gained by knowledge workers, media and entertainment users by reducing the default max initial image of Q80 to Q70.

PCoIP-enabled remote workstations

In many cases, a lightweight endpoint connected to a PCoIP-enabled remote workstation offers considerably higher performance than an expensive graphics laptop throttled by a slow VPN connection to corporate data assets. With limited bandwidth on local laptops connected by VPN, sending large amounts of 3D data would suffer.

On the other hand, PCoIP remote display protocol offers a best-in-class user experience including lossless text, color accuracy, crisp wireframes, and unrivaled responsiveness, no matter whether you are working on-site with a lightweight laptop or in-office with dual 4K monitors. Teradici’s PCoIP technology facilitates seamless collaboration and rapid design progression. Users can maintain the responsive visual interactivity with their data and ensure remote access to a wide array of AEC, BIM and CAD applications so that projects are supported through all phases. The original display pixels are transmitted to whichever device the user has in hand. Teradici CAS includes a comprehensive management solution, known as CAS Manager, that enables highly scalable and cost-effective hybrid deployments, bridging on-premises and public cloud workstations. It supports all major operating systems including Windows, Linux and macOS. PCoIP local termination feature offers accelerated user interactivity with peripheral devices, even over high latency networks.

Updated applications and security

Teradici offers you the best remote connection software and packages with customization tools that allow you to personalize your remote desktop environment as per your personal demand and preferences. The auto-update ensures that your remote desktop applications are always up-to-date and can keep up with the latest cyber threats. Everyone with access to the software will be able to work on the same version of the application, making the exchange of data smoother. Teradici’s secure remote access software can be installed on servers and control units so that a single technician can troubleshoot an issue remotely from anywhere in the world.

Exceeding the compliance standards

Teradici takes a layered approach to secure your remote desktop applications through strong encryption, secure deployment tools, IP/MAC address filtering, and multi-factor authentication. Teradici’s remote connection software is more secure than a virtual private network or VPN that allows full network access to remote users. The remote connection software also makes it impossible to hide malicious software from hackers. Teradici’s secure remote access software exceeds the compliance requirements from TPN, MPAA, GDPR, HIPPA and more. It provides privileged access to critical access to certain users. The setup can be fully integrated with your corporate directory via AD, LDAP ADFS and other protocols.

Teradici CAS is widely adopted for graphics-intensive workloads

Teradici offers a range of secure remote access technology and hardware solutions, including PCoIP Zero Client and Thin Client, PCoIP Remote Workstation Cards. It has over 15 million endpoints based on Teradici technology deployed all over the world for the convenience of its global clients. Remote connection software with customizable features is available so that you can scale up quickly as and when required. Teradici runs the largest virtual workstation ecosystem in the world. PCoIP Zero Clients are ultra-secure stateless endpoints that deliver a rich user experience when connected to Teradici CAS, VMware® Horizon or Amazon WorkSpaces desktops and workstations.

Teradici’s product range consists of secure remote access software, remote desktop applications, and cloud access software. Teradici’s remote connection software is widely adopted in industries that demand ultra-secure remote access to standard desktops or workstations delivering graphics-intensive workloads. Teradici’s powerful hardware decoding capabilities provide PCoIP Zero Clients high resolution, full-frame rate 3D graphics and high-definition media. With no application operating system, PCoIP Zero Clients represent the easiest-to-manage endpoints that can break applications or create downtime, and don’t have a general-purpose CPU.

Teradici’s remote desktop applications seamlessly provide the resolution, sound, and color fidelity that you need to work from anywhere in the world. You can choose from the infrastructure you want, in the cloud or hybrid data centers, on any OS and application. Visit www.teradici.com for further details.

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Teradici’s remote desktop applications seamlessly provide the resolution, sound, and color fidelity that you need to work from anywhere in the world.

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