Desktop and Application Streaming
Tag: EUC
Amazon WorkSpaces SAML 2.0 Federation with Keycloak
In this blog, I discuss how customers can use Keycloak as their Identity Provider (IDP) of choice when implementing SAML 2.0 federation with Amazon WorkSpaces. Keycloak is an open-source solution providing a cost-effective means for customers to use enterprise level IDP features without incurring monthly subscription costs. With SAML 2.0 authentication, customers can access their […]
Getting Started with Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client
Increasingly, organizations are considering ways to move away from the deployment and management of traditional thick client endpoints. Factors such as cost, increased security, and a desire for flexibility and simplified management are key drivers for a growing number of customers. Additionally, with the advent of End User Computing services in the cloud, organizations are […]
Considerations for a successful Amazon WorkSpaces migration to WorkSpaces Streaming Protocol
Introduction A successful Amazon WorkSpaces migration to WorkSpaces Streaming Protocol v2 (WSP) requires preparation, planning, and testing. WSP is a fundamentally different display protocol than PCoIP, thus consideration should be given to the performance and stability implications of a migration. A clear understanding of PCoIP and WSP’s differing features, as well as a thorough review […]
Optimize application streaming costs with Amazon AppStream 2.0
Remote and hybrid work are here to stay. That means IT organizations must enable their modern workforce for the long term. If you are interested in giving end users access to their desktops and applications from anywhere, using any device, while keeping costs low, join us at re:Invent 2023 in Las Vegas. We are hosting […]
Converting a desktop application to a cloud service in less than an hour
On September 13, 2023, at AWS End User Computing Innovation Day, I will host a session demonstrating how to convert a desktop application to cloud-based delivery in less than an hour. I will provide an overview of Amazon AppStream 2.0 and discuss newly released features. I will also demonstrate how to use app block builder […]
Use AWS Lambda to adjust scaling steps and thresholds for Amazon AppStream 2.0
This blog post walks you through creating an event driven solution with AWS Lambda to change your AppStream 2.0 auto scaling policy based on time of day. With Amazon AppStream 2.0’s Fleet Auto Scaling capabilities you can adjust the size of your AppStream 2.0 fleet automatically to match user demand. However, with certain usage patterns, […]
Streamline application onboarding with applications manager for Amazon AppStream 2.0
Amazon AppStream 2.0 applications manager is a feature that streamlines the process of creating an app block. With applications manager, you create and connect to an app block builder instance and utilize the new application builder assistant to monitor your application installation. This new feature expands application compatibility with elastic fleets as well as reduces […]
Network Coverage delivers secure operations by utilizing Amazon End User Computing services
Founded in 1996, Network Coverage offers an architecture that meets the demands of a distributed workforce that cannot afford unplanned downtime or connectivity issues. Network Coverage offers an in-house 24x7x365 Network Operations Center (NOC) and Security Operations Center (SOC). The Network Coverage cloud team is able to meet the design, implementation, and migration needs for […]
IGEL Disrupt Nashville 2023 recap
As a fast-follow to IGEL DISRUPT 2023 Munich, IGEL hosted IGEL DISRUPT 2023 Nashville, the organization’s first US-based in-person event since 2019. Most major players were represented at this exciting event, presenting in breakout sessions, and demonstrating recent innovations at their expo booths. This event was truly a celebration of the End User Computing (EUC) […]
Launching local applications from an Amazon AppStream 2.0 streaming session
With Amazon AppStream 2.0, applications run securely in the cloud, isolated from end users’ local machines. In some scenarios, customers require interaction between remote and local applications. For example, consider a hosted application that exports data to an external program, such as a spreadsheet or PDF application that is installed and licensed on a local […]