Cloud-Based Desktop Services for Thin Clients

Cloud computing and ubiquitous network availability have renewed people's interest in the thin client concept. By executing applications in virtual desktops on cloud servers, users can access any application from any location with any device. For this to be a successful alternative to tradition...

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Published in:IEEE internet computing 2012-11, Vol.16 (6), p.60-67
Main Authors: Deboosere, L., Vankeirsbilck, B., Simoens, P., De Turck, F., Dhoedt, B., Demeester, P.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
algorithm/protocol design and analysis
architectures
Availability
Cloud computing
cloud servers
Delay
distributed systems
Energy consumption
Internet
Mobile communication
mobile computing
Networks
Optimization
Position (location)
Protocols
Resource management
Servers
thin client
Thin clients
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Summary:Cloud computing and ubiquitous network availability have renewed people's interest in the thin client concept. By executing applications in virtual desktops on cloud servers, users can access any application from any location with any device. For this to be a successful alternative to traditional offline applications, however, researchers must overcome important challenges. The thin client protocol must display audiovisual output fluidly, and the server executing the virtual desktop should have sufficient resources and ideally be close to the user's current location to limit network delay. From a service provider viewpoint, cost reduction is also an important issue.
ISSN:1089-7801
1941-0131
DOI:10.1109/MIC.2011.139