Audience
Parallels RAS is ideal for SMBs, enterprises, educational institutions, healthcare, MSPs, government agencies, remote workers, and IT departments needing cost-effective, secure, and flexible remote access to applications and desktops.
About Parallels RAS
Parallels® Remote Application Server (RAS) is a remote work solution that provides secure virtual access to business applications and desktops on any device or OS—from anywhere.
The platform offers an agile, cloud-ready foundation and end-to-end security fueled by a centralized management console with granular policies. Companies can leverage on-premises, hybrid, or public cloud deployments and integrate with existing technology like Microsoft Azure and AWS.
Parallels RAS aims to give organizations the flexibility, scalability, and IT agility to adapt to changing business needs. Parallels RAS offers a single, full-featured licensing model that includes 24/7 support and access to product training.
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Key Features:
-Deliver Windows and Linux apps and desktops
-Use any device - macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS/Android, Chromebook, Raspberry Pi, or any HTML5 Web browser.
-Full multi-tenancy support
-Full USB redirection
-Integrated Two-Factor Authentication
-Integrated secure gateway allows for secure remote access. No need for NetScaler
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Pricing
Starting Price:
$120 US/year/concurrent user
Pricing Details:
1-year subscription
Minimum 15 users.
Includes 24/7 Support.
Additional purchase packages available.
Minimum 15 users.
Includes 24/7 Support.
Additional purchase packages available.
Free Trial:
Free Trial available.
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Company Information
Parallels
Founded: 1999
Canada
www.parallels.com/products/ras/remote-application-server/
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Product Details
Platforms Supported
Cloud
Windows
Mac
Linux
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook
On-Premises
Training
Documentation
Live Online
Webinars
Videos
Support
Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online
Simplifying Virtual Desktop Infrastructure: Parallels RAS | SourceForge Podcast, ep. #12
Parallels RAS Frequently Asked Questions
Parallels RAS Product Features
Application Virtualization
Conflict Prevention
Cross-Platform Support
Dashboard
Debugging
Incident Management
Legacy App Support
Memory Protection
Multiple App Instances
Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
Admin Console
Application Management
BYOL Management
Backup & Recovery
Cloud Encryption
Device Management
File Management
GPU Virtualization
Multi-Factor Authentication
Policy Management
Single Sign On
User Provisioning
Remote Desktop
Chat
Cross-Platform Access
File Transfer
Group View
Mobile Device Access
Multi Monitor Support
Record Remote Sessions
Remote Print
Remote Wake
User Management
Virtual Desktop (VDI)
Desktop-as-a-Service
Load Balancing
Multi-Device Support
Multi-Factor Authentication
Permissions / Access Controls
Self Service Portal
Third Party Integration
Virtualization
Archiving & Retention
Capacity Monitoring
Data Mobility
Desktop Virtualization
Disaster Recovery
Namespace Management
Performance Management
Version Control
Virtual Machine Monitoring