Parallels introduces RDP client for Raspberry Pi

Source: Parallels. A Raspberry Pi computer, attached to a monitor, keyboard and mouse, running Windows and Excel through Parallels 2X RAS.

Parallels, a cross-platform solutions provider, has recognised the popularity of the Raspberry Pi with the first remote desktop protocol (RDP) client for the Raspberry Pi platform, giving organisations the ability to transform the low-cost device into a complete workstation. 

For the first time since Raspberry Pi’s launch in 2012, users can use any application remotely and use full remote desktops published by Parallels 2X Remote Application Server (RAS). The technology already delivers applications to any device, including Chromebook notebook computers, Windows PCs, Mac computers, Linux workstations, Android and iOS devices, the Windows Phone, and HTML5 browsers. 

“The Parallels 2X team adapted its well-known client for Linux to maximise performance and user experience for Raspberry Pi,” said Parallels 2X Marketing Director Giorgio Bonuccelli. “With more than five million units shipped since its 2012 launch, Raspberry Pi is the new kid on the IT block, but the use of this small and revolutionary device has been limited to Linux and web applications so far. Parallels 2X RAS offers the unique opportunity to deliver corporate Windows applications and remote desktops on this low-cost, credit-card-sized computer. The Parallels 2X RAS Client transforms Raspberry Pi into a fully operational workstation, allowing any organisation to integrate it into its environment.”