VDI and edge computing developers Leostream and Scale Computing have formed a integration delivering VDI for distributed teams and enterprises who need simple, affordable VDI options.
Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) developer Leostream and Scale Computing, an edge computing, virtualisation and hyperconverged specialist, have formed a joint integration delivering VDI for distributed enterprises, SME/SMB, education and others who need simple, straightforward VDI options.
Their Scale Computing Platform aims to combine simplicity, high availability and scalability and make it possible to run VMs in a single, manageable platform. Leostream and Scale Computing have developed a complete hardware and software architecture for hosting Windows and/or Linux desktops with ease of deployment, comprehensive support, and a competitive price.
For more than 20 years, VDI has been the dominant technology for giving corporate workforces access to hosted desktops from any location with a network connection. However, VDI set-ups can be complicated to implement and maintain, often requiring staff with specialised skills. The resulting complexity has tended to limit virtual infrastructures to large organizations with thousands of employees that can justify and afford the management overhead.
As an alternative to VMware Horizon, Leostream and Scale Computing's integration includes robust tools for dynamic resource allocation to allow more efficient use of hardware and better handling of peak loads compared to more static allocation methods. It supports hybrid cloud environments with centralised management across on-premises and cloud-based resources. Installation and configuration is typically less than four hours from start to finish, according to Leostream and Scale Computing's developers.
For end-users, the platform optimises different workload types and has high availability features to minimise downtime. Security features include multi-factor authentication, role-based access control, and end-to-end encryption.
Granular control over virtual environments allows administrators to fine-tune settings according to specific needs, and set up custom configurations and automation to ease operations. Support is included for a wide range of remote display protocols to meet the needs of speciality applications. Real-time analytics and monitoring tools are available for insights into the performance and usage of virtual resources, as well as a licensing model designed to optimize IT budgets.
"Leostream and Scale Computing's diverse expertise has created a complete virtual desktop solution that is simple to set up, easy to manage and more affordable than you might expect," said Jeff Ready, CEO and Co-Founder at Scale Computing. "The result is a right-sized approach without the expense and support requirements of traditional VDI, working for those running virtual desktops for the first time and as a VMware Horizon replacement."
Randy Foster, Leostream VP, sales and marketing, said, "It can be challenging to set up hybrid and remote workforces with the IT tools they need for a productive user experience. This integration suits midsized businesses, education, healthcare, county and municipal governments and other organizations that want to avoid the complexity and overhead associated with VDI." leostream.com
