Access Apps from Anywhere With Parallels HTML5 RDP

The cloud computing revolution has changed the definition of a workplace. Gone are the days when employees were tied to their office desks; today, employees can work from anywhere, thanks to innovation in virtualization technology. Virtual offices are on the rise and providing good results. As employees are allowed to work from home, the attrition rate is significantly reduced. Organizations can benefit from global talent sourcing. Most importantly, businesses can securely and efficiently perform business procedures with reduced costs because of lower overheads and infrastructure expenses.

The Challenges of Virtual Office Solutions

To create a virtual office environment for the provision of corporate resources over remote networks, businesses can choose various solutions, such as virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) or Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) or both, depending on the business requirements.

With a virtual office, organizations have to provide secure and seamless delivery of corporate resources. Typically, to receive virtual applications, users need to install a Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) client on each machine. By installing RDP client software on office devices or on mobile phones, users can access corporate networks remotely. However, sometimes this is not possible when using a new or different device. Parallels® Remote Application Server (RAS) offers an HTML5 RDP Gateway that enables users to connect to a remote network from any device using an HTML5-enabled browser.

The Parallels RAS HTML5 RDP Gateway

The HTML5 RDP Gateway comes included with Parallels RAS. Using this feature, you can access virtual applications from any device using an HTML5 browser. Enable fast access to virtual workspaces without complex installation or manual setup—the process is pretty simple. You don’t have to install any client software on the endpoint device. The only requirement is an HTML5-enabled browser, and the feature is device- and platform-independent. You can use any device running any OS such as iOS, Android, Mac, Windows and Linux. Moreover, you can use any browser including Firefox, Chrome and Edge.

Benefits of using the Parallels Client for HTML5

There are various benefits when it comes to enabling your employees to access their corporate apps through the client, including:

Web-based access to business resources

Without the need to install a client, Parallels RAS provides web access to apps, data, and desktops from any HTML5 browser, on any desktop or mobile device, from anywhere. The Parallels HTML5 Client Portal can also be used to launch apps that require a platform-specific Parallels Client, with the ability to detect and install the Client if necessary.

White-labeling

Personalization is a breeze with white-labeling. Enable corporate branding on all HTML5 browsers by customizing the HTML5 Client with a company color scheme and logo. Individual users and groups in Active Directory can be assigned distinct themes to reflect different departments within a company.

HTML5 auto-login

Reduce login times and allow users to access apps and resources more quickly. When the Parallels HTML5 Client Portal is launched, the end-user does not have to re-enter credentials because automatic login is enabled.

Bidirectional support

The drag and drop feature is available in Parallels RAS. Local files can be dragged and dropped into HTML5-based published resources. Additionally, by utilizing file transfer features, files can be transmitted to a remote site. Files can be uploaded and downloaded from local devices to remote destinations, as well as vice versa.

Easy printing

Employees can utilize any printer linked to the local workstation right away using the Parallels HTML5 Client. The use of Parallels RAS Universal Printing capabilities eliminates the need to install local drivers, making printer redirection simple and straightforward.

Security

With an HTTPS Gateway, second-level SSL authentication and privilege-based access, a high level of security is maintained. Authentication, encryption and compression are supported. As rich graphics are rendered seamlessly, remote users enjoy a close-to-native graphic experience. Parallels RAS also enables the redirection of printing jobs to the local network. For example, if you are using a virtual application hosted on your company’s servers, you can still print on the local peripheral. With Parallels RAS HTML5 RDP Gateway, your corporate apps are available everywhere and always.

Download a 30-day trial version to check out the HTML5 Gateway feature.