Parallels announced availability of Parallels RAS 20 (Remote Application Server), the latest
version of its flexible virtual application and desktop delivery solution that
empowers organizations to work securely from anywhere, on any device. This
release focuses on two key features: seamless application delivery on Windows
365 Cloud PCs, and robust support for applications hosted on-premises, in
private clouds, and across public clouds such as Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
and AWS. Additionally, the latest Parallels Client enables users to access
local, remote, Windows, web, and SaaS applications side-by-side, optimizing
productivity through a single, unified workspace app.
"Customers
can move their application and desktop delivery to Parallels which offers the
flexibility for apps to truly follow the user without adding complexity for IT
teams," said Prashant Ketkar, CTO at Parallels. "Parallels RAS can deliver
applications directly on the edge (desktop), and with the latest release to
Windows 365, unblocking a critical barrier to the adoption of Cloud PCs. This
release sets a new benchmark for virtual desktops by combining flexibility,
simplicity, security, enhanced user experience, and lower total cost of
ownership."
Parallels RAS
20 delivers comprehensive new features that enhance flexibility and security,
streamline administrative processes and improve user experience. Key highlights
include:
- Managed Apps
on Windows 365 Cloud PCs:
Parallels RAS 20 enables users to access Windows 365 Cloud PCs via the
Windows app and use Parallels RAS streamed applications directly from
their Cloud PCs.
- AWS Support
for Availability Zones:
Parallels RAS 20 increases the reliability and resilience of desktop
infrastructure with the ability to deploy hosts (clones) from the same RAS
template image and host pool across different Availability Zones,
enhancing high availability.
- Local App
Launch: Parallels RAS 20 enhances the
user experience by integrating local applications seamlessly, allowing
both remote published apps and local apps to display side-by-side in the
same Parallels Client. In addition, combined with Parallels Browser
Isolation, it provides highly secure access to SaaS applications, with
browser isolation implemented at the endpoint. These capabilities empower
administrators to centrally manage, scale, and optimize costs, while
creating a secure workspace for all applications-local, remote, and
web-based-for their workforce.
- Azure
Marketplace SaaS Offering for Prepaid Acquisition: Customers can now purchase pre-paid Parallels RAS
subscriptions directly from the Azure Marketplace, utilizing their
Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC), and enabling Parallels
partners to create private offers-streamlining deployment and cloud-based
purchasing strategies for remote access and virtualization.
For more
details on all new features, visit parallels.com/ras/whats-new/.
Parallels RAS delivers simplified management and
administration of virtual apps and desktops while lowering end user computing
costs. Presenting on-premises and multi-cloud solutions in a centralized
management console for administrators and a secure virtual work environment for
end users, it is the ideal digital workspace for the future of work.
Parallels RAS
20 is available now. For more information or to try it now, visit: https://www.parallels.com/products/ras/remote-application-server
or deploy it from the Microsoft Azure Marketplace.