GraphOn Corporation and GO-Global
GraphOn Corporation is a software company that specializes in a product called GO-Global. The company, which was founded in 1982 as a graphics hardware manufacturer, shifted its focus to application publishing in 1996 with the launch of GO-Global. The company's headquarters are located in Concord, New Hampshire, in the USA.
GO-Global is a remote application delivery solution that enables IT departments to securely deliver Windows applications to end-users from any location, on demand, from a public, private, or hybrid cloud. The key feature of GO-Global is that it provides multi-user remote access to Windows applications without relying on Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS). The company's proprietary technology replaces Microsoft's multi-session functionality, Remote Desktop clients, display driver, and protocol, which can lead to significant cost savings and reduced complexity for customers.
Continue…Products and Services
The core product and service offered by GraphOn is GO-Global, which can be thought of as a single, comprehensive solution for application virtualization. The product is primarily targeted at Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), Hosted Service Providers (HSPs), and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) who need to provide their customers with access to Windows applications from various devices and locations.
The products and services can be broken down into several key areas:
Windows Application Publishing: GO-Global allows a single instance of a Windows application on a server to be used by multiple users simultaneously. The application's user interface is redirected to the user's device, making it appear and function as if it were running locally. It supports a wide range of end-user devices, including Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, as well as iOS and Android mobile devices and Chromebooks.
Deployment and Management: The software is designed for easy and quick installation, often taking as little as 15 minutes to set up. It can be deployed on a single computer or a cluster of servers. For cloud deployments, GO-Global leverages the existing infrastructure, security, and scalability features of cloud services like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Windows Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, which helps to further reduce costs and complexity. The solution also includes management tools for monitoring hosts, connections, and user sessions in real time.
Security Features: Security is a major focus for GO-Global. It uses strong encryption and TLS security protocols to protect data. It also supports two-factor authentication (2FA) and single sign-on (SSO) for added layers of security. The proprietary RapidX Protocol (RXP) is used to encode and send graphics commands to the end user's device. Additionally, the software includes a "sandbox" feature that allows administrators to restrict application behavior and deliver a more locked-down experience to the user.
Cost-Effectiveness: A key selling point of GO-Global is its licensing model and cost savings. Unlike some competitors that use a "named user" model, GO-Global is licensed based on "concurrent users," meaning companies only pay for the number of users accessing the application at the same time, not the total number of potential users. The company claims that this can result in savings of up to 40% over RDS and up to 70% over other Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions.
Web-Native Experience: GO-Global provides a seamless, web-native experience for users. The HTML5 client allows users to access Windows applications directly through a web browser without the need for any local installations. The applications retain their full features, functions, and branding, giving users a high-performance experience even over low-bandwidth connections. The system also includes features like automatic session reconnection, printing to local or network printers, and the ability to copy and paste between applications.
GraphOn Corporation's GO-Global is a specialized solution that provides an alternative to traditional remote desktop and virtualization technologies, offering a simple, secure, and cost-effective way to deliver Windows applications to a global user base.
