🖥️ Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Guide 2025: Apache Guacamole, KASM Workspaces & ThinLinc
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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) allows teams to access powerful computing resources from any device. Instead of buying expensive laptops for every employee, you run the desktops in the cloud or on a central server. Users connect via a thin client, old laptop, or even a tablet. This guide covers three open source VDI solutions.
1. Apache Guacamole — Clientless (Works in Browser)
Apache Guacamole is a clientless remote desktop gateway. No software to install — users connect through any modern web browser.
# Docker deployment
docker run -d --name guacamole -p 8080:8080 guacamole/guacamole
docker run -d --name guacamole -p 8080:8080 guacamole/guacamole
2. KASM Workspaces — Containerized Desktops
KASM runs each user's desktop in a separate Docker container. Supports RDP, VNC, and SSH.
# KASM installation
curl -s https://kasmweb.com/install | bash
curl -s https://kasmweb.com/install | bash
3. ThinLinc — Best Performance
ThinLinc is based on TigerVNC with added compression and caching. Excellent for graphics-heavy applications (CAD, video editing). Free for up to 10 users.
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