Best Virtualization Software for Linux

Our virtual desktop solution, OVD Enterprise, delivers Windows and Linux apps and desktops (VDI) to any device. Built on Linux, it reduces Windows licensing requirements, needs less infrastructure and reduces total costs by up to 60% compared to Citrix or VMware Horizon (Omnissa). Microsoft SQL Server licenses are not required. It can be deployed on-premises or through any cloud provider. OVD is also available as a service through our network of Managed Services Providers. Migration from Citrix or Horizon is easy. OVD Enterprise integrates with today's leading enterprise standards, including any directory service, storage or hypervisor. 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

ManageEngine OpManager is an effective virtualization management tool that provides comprehensive monitoring and management of virtual environments, including VMware and Hyper-V. It tracks the performance and health of virtual machines, hosts, and clusters, offering insights into resource utilization, capacity planning, and workload distribution. With real-time alerts and automated reporting, OpManager helps IT teams identify potential issues and optimize virtual infrastructure for enhanced performance and efficiency. Its intuitive dashboards and visualization features simplify the management of complex virtual environments, ensuring seamless operation and resource allocation.

Kasm Workspaces streams your workplace environment directly to your web browser…on any device and from any location. Kasm uses our high-performance streaming and secure isolation technology to provide web-native Desktop as a Service (DaaS), application streaming, and secure/private web browsing. Kasm is not just a service; it is a highly configurable platform with a robust developer API and devops-enabled workflows that can be customized for your use-case, at any scale. Workspaces can be deployed in the cloud (Public or Private), on-premise (Including Air-Gapped Networks or your Homelab), or in a hybrid configuration.

ManageEngine Applications Manager is an enterprise-ready platform designed to monitor an entire application ecosystem of a business organization. Our platform helps IT and DevOps teams get visibility into all the dependent components within their application stack. With Applications Manager, it becomes easier to monitor the performance of mission-critical web applications, web servers, databases, cloud services, middleware, ERP systems, messaging components, and more. It has tons of features that fast-track the troubleshooting process and help reduce MTTR. This way, issues are fixed before application end-users are affected. Applications Manager has a fully functional dashboard that can be customized to get performance insights at a glance. By configuring alerts, it constantly keeps a lookout for performance issues within the application stack. Combining this with intelligent machine learning, Applications Manager helps turn performance data into actionable insights.

FlexiHub is a software as a service for redirecting all types of USB devices over the network and accessing remote USB devices over the Internet. It is a subdivision of Electronic Team, Inc. and has remained the flagship product since it was presented in 2014. FlexiHub is a convenient software service for individuals, small teams, and major organizations that supports all of the major connection protocols: * TCP/IP * UDP * RDP FlexiHub is a cross-platform solution that is capable of connecting USB devices between different operating systems: - Windows 11 (and earlier); - Windows on Arm; - macOS 12 Monterey (and earlier); - Linux; - Android 5.0 or higher; - Raspberry Pi. Also, FlexiHub can be used to redirect COM ports over Ethernet (supported only by the Windows version). FlexiHub uses 2048-bit SSL encryption to protect traffic, has Login tokens for safe account sharing, and auto-connect feature.

Enable secure, flexible work with the leader in virtual apps and desktops. Deliver desktop as a service (DaaS) from any cloud or data center. Get started with Citrix DaaS (formerly Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops service) in minutes to provide a familiar, high-performance digital workspace experience to your users. We’ll manage the infrastructure and security. You focus on your business. Meet the needs of your modern workforce—and keep sensitive data secure. Citrix DaaS lets you provide a secure workspace experience on any device. It’s all the cost benefits of a managed DaaS solution, plus the added advantages of greater IT agility, better corporate security, and more end-user productivity. Keep apps and data protected while fueling employee productivity. Build a better business continuity plan with easy-to-scale workspace solutions. Simplify virtual app and desktop delivery with proven DaaS solutions.

Azure Virtual Desktop (formerly Windows Virtual Desktop) is a comprehensive desktop and app virtualization service running in the cloud. It’s the only virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that delivers simplified management, multi-session Windows 10, optimizations for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, and support for Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments. Deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes, and get built-in security and compliance features. Bring your own device (BYOD) and access your desktop and applications over the internet using an Azure Virtual Desktop client such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, or HTML5. Choose the right Azure virtual machine (VM) to optimize performance and leverage the Windows 10 and Windows 11 multi-session advantage on Azure to run multiple concurrent user sessions and save costs.

ZeroTier simplifies global networking with a secure network overlay that connects and manages all your resources as if they were on the same LAN. Deployable in minutes from anywhere, our software-defined solution scales effortlessly, whether you’re connecting a handful of devices or an entire global network. With ZeroTier, you can: Establish private global networks for IoT deployments. Simplify networking across physical locations with software-defined solutions. Replace traditional VPNs to provide employees secure access to critical resources. Experience seamless connectivity and robust security with ZeroTier – the smarter way to network globally.

Cameyo is the secure Virtual Application Delivery (VAD) platform for any Digital Workspace. Cameyo makes it simple, seamless, and secure to deliver Windows and internal web applications to any device from the browser without the need for virtual desktops or VPNs. By enabling organizations to provide their people with secure access to the business-critical apps they need to stay productive from anywhere, Cameyo helps make remote & hybrid work, work. Hundreds of enterprises and organizations utilize Cameyo’s Digital Workspace solution to deliver Windows and internal web applications to hundreds of thousands of users worldwide.

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.

Optimized for simplicity, flexibility and scalability, Sphere 3D’s Glassware 2.0 platform eliminates the complex tasks of designing, implementing, and maintaining application hosting environments, extending the benefits of secure scalable server-based computing to all. Glassware 2.0 extends the useful life of applications by decoupling the application from the underlying operating system. Glassware 2.0 can virtualize 16, 32, and 64-bit Microsoft Windows applications* and deliver them with native functionality to most end user devices: Chromebooks, Windows 10 clients, iPads, thin clients, tablets, etc. Glassware 2.0 uses a container-based approach to application virtualization deployed on servers, coupled with a remote presentation capability, to seamlessly deliver applications to end user computing devices. Unlike hypervisor-based approaches, with Glassware 2.0 the application’s host OS is never installed on the appliance (server).