Parallels RAS

Parallels RAS

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About

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.

About

Venn is the leader in BYOD Security. Venn’s Blue Border™ is patented technology that protects company data and applications on BYOD computers used by contractors and remote employees - without VDI. With Venn, work lives in a company-controlled Secure Enclave (installed on the user’s PC or Mac) where all data is encrypted and access is managed. Work applications run locally within the Enclave (no hosting or virtualization) and are protected and isolated from any personal use on the same computer. With Venn, customers are empowered to achieve the cost savings and workforce agility of BYOD, while ensuring robust data protection and compliance with HIPAA, FINRA, PCI, SOC 2, and many more. Join the 700+ organizations, including Fidelity, Guardian, and Voya, that trust Venn to secure their business-critical data and apps.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Parallels RAS is ideal for SMBs, enterprises, educational institutions, healthcare, MSPs, government agencies, remote workers, and IT departments needing cost-effective, secure, and flexible remote access to applications and desktops.

Audience

Regulated companies with contractor and remote workforces

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$120 US/year/concurrent user
1-year subscription
Minimum 15 users.
Includes 24/7 Support.

Additional purchase packages available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

Contact Venn for pricing
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.9 / 5
ease 4.8 / 5
features 4.9 / 5
design 4.2 / 5
support 4.6 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • I like Venn’s comprehensive approach, encompassing visibility, data control, device management, and departing employee protocols, alleviates the major security concerns associated with BYOPC. With Venn, I can confidently embrace remote work initiatives, knowing that our organization's data and systems are adequately protected.
  • One of the coolest things about Venn is how it tackles the security challenges that come with BYOPC environments. You know, when organizations don't have complete control over the devices employees use to access important corporate data? Well, Venn's got a solution for that. It creates this secure enclave on employee devices that lets us IT professionals take charge of security management. We can keep an eye on security settings, encrypt data, and even set up secure VPN connections to corporate systems. It's like having a command center right on those devices, making sure everything stays safe and sound.
  • As a VDI alternative, Venn plays a vital role in preventing and protecting the sensitive company data I work with. The software allows me to retain my preferred MacBook, rather than being tied to a company-issued PC. This not only promotes convenience but also helps me maintain a seamless workflow.
  • One of the standout features of Venn Software is its streamlined management system. From my perspective, this means seamless access to my virtual desktop environment. Provisioning, monitoring, and control are handled efficiently by the IT administrators, which significantly reduces administrative overhead. I appreciate the ease of use and the fact that I can focus on my work without worrying about complex administrative tasks.
  • The security visibility offered by Venn Software is commendable. As an employee, I have confidence that the organization can monitor and protect corporate data and applications without compromising my privacy or personal use of my device outside the secure enclave.

Cons

  • Based on my experience, one potential drawback of implementing Venn software is a slight learning curve, especially those who are less tech-savvy. However, thank to Venn’s ongoing support, employees become proficient in using the software rather quickly.
  • While the software offers excellent compatibility, it may still encounter limitations based on the specific devices employees possess. Outdated or underperforming devices may impact overall performance and user experience within the software environment
  • In my personal experience, I have encountered some challenges when using Venn with an older laptop. The performance was not as smooth as expected, and there were occasional lags and delays that hindered my productivity. It became clear that my device's limitations were impacting the overall virtual desktop experience. However, when I switched to a more powerful device, the performance significantly improved, and the virtual desktop sessions became much more responsive and seamless.
  • While Venn offers numerous benefits, its compatibility with employees' existing devices can impact the overall performance and user experience, particularly if employees have outdated or underperforming devices.
  • During my experience with Venn Software, I encountered minimal performance issues. The software operated smoothly, and I did not experience any significant disruptions to my workflow. However, it's worth noting that occasional software updates or device compatibility issues could cause minor inconveniences. Nonetheless, the overall performance of Venn Software was reliable and met my expectations.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Parallels
Founded: 1999
Canada
www.parallels.com/products/ras/remote-application-server/

Company Information

Venn
Founded: 2019
United States
www.venn.com

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Categories

Categories

Digital Workplace Supported

Enable a secure, high-performance digital workplace on any unmanaged or BYOD PC or Mac. With Venn, all business apps run locally inside Blue Border™ - powered by Secure Enclave technology - with no latency or lag from VDI or virtualization.

IT Management Supported

Venn protects company data and applications on BYOD computers used by contractors and remote employees - without VDI or virtualization. With Venn, you can ensure work stays isolated and protected from personal use on any BYOD PC or Mac.

Remote Work Supported

Give remote teams instant, secure access to business apps and data on their own PC or Mac. With Venn, you can enable work to run locally, while staying isolated and protected from personal use on any BYOD device.

Give remote teams instant, secure access to business apps and data on their own PC or Mac. With Venn, you can enable work to run locally, while staying isolated and protected from personal use on any BYOD device.

Unified Workspaces Supported

Securely run business apps locally on any unmanaged or BYOD laptop. With Venn, contractors and remote employees can securely access critical business apps without the lag and latency caused by VDI or virtualization. Just secure, performative access from any PC or Mac.

Reduce or eliminate the cost and complexity of VDI. Venn’s Blue Border™ secures apps and data locally, delivering the same control of VDI but without the lag or latency from remotely hosting the desktop.

Venn’s Blue Border enforces Zero Trust on any unmanaged or BYOD endpoint - securing access, isolating work data and apps from personal use, and enforcing strong DLP policies designed to prevent breaches and exfiltration. All, without fully locking down the device.

Virtual Desktop (VDI) Features

Desktop-as-a-Service Supported
Load Balancing Supported
Multi-Device Support Supported
Multi-Factor Authentication Supported
Permissions / Access Controls Supported
Self Service Portal Supported
Third Party Integration Supported

Application Virtualization Features

Conflict Prevention Supported
Cross-Platform Support Supported
Dashboard Supported
Debugging Supported
Incident Management Supported
Legacy App Support Supported
Memory Protection Supported
Multiple App Instances Supported

Desktop as a Service (DaaS) Features

Admin Console Supported
Application Management Supported
Backup & Recovery Supported
BYOL Management Supported
Cloud Encryption Supported
Device Management Supported
File Management Supported
GPU Virtualization Supported
Multi-Factor Authentication Supported
Policy Management Supported
Single Sign On Supported
User Provisioning Supported

Remote Desktop Features

Chat Supported
Cross-Platform Access Supported
File Transfer Supported
Group View Supported
Mobile Device Access Supported
Multi Monitor Support Supported
Record Remote Sessions Supported
Remote Print Supported
Remote Wake Supported
User Management Supported

Virtualization Features

Archiving & Retention Supported
Capacity Monitoring Supported
Data Mobility Supported
Desktop Virtualization Supported
Disaster Recovery Supported
Namespace Management Supported
Performance Management Supported
Version Control Supported
Virtual Machine Monitoring Supported

Virtual Desktop (VDI) Features

Desktop-as-a-Service Supported
Load Balancing Not Supported
Multi-Device Support Supported
Multi-Factor Authentication Supported
Permissions / Access Controls Supported
Self Service Portal Not Supported
Third Party Integration Supported

IT Management Features

Capacity Monitoring Not Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Event Logs Not Supported
Hardware Inventory Not Supported
IT Budgeting Not Supported
License Management Not Supported
Patch Management Not Supported
Remote Access Supported
Scheduling Not Supported
Software Inventory Not Supported
User Activity Monitoring Not Supported

Remote Work Features

Collaboration Supported
Credential Management Not Supported
Electronic Signature Not Supported
Employee Monitoring Supported
Live Chat Supported
Meeting Management Not Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Remote Access Supported
Remote Support Supported
Screen Sharing Not Supported
Softphone Not Supported
Task Management Not Supported
Time Zone Tracking Not Supported
Video Chat Not Supported
Web Conferencing Supported

Integrations

Active Directory Supported
ControlUp Supported
Google Chrome Not Supported
Google Cloud Platform Supported
IGEL Supported
Login VSI Supported
Microsoft Azure Supported
Microsoft Hyper-V Supported
Microsoft OneDrive Supported
Microsoft Outlook Not Supported
Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Supported
Microsoft Teams Not Supported
Microsoft Word Not Supported
Nutanix AHV Supported
Safari Not Supported
Slack Not Supported
ThinPrint Supported
VMware ESXi Supported
VMware vCenter Supported
Zoom Not Supported

Integrations

Active Directory Not Supported
ControlUp Not Supported
Google Chrome Supported
Google Cloud Platform Not Supported
IGEL Not Supported
Login VSI Not Supported
Microsoft Azure Not Supported
Microsoft Hyper-V Not Supported
Microsoft OneDrive Not Supported
Microsoft Outlook Supported
Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Not Supported
Microsoft Teams Supported
Microsoft Word Supported
Nutanix AHV Not Supported
Safari Supported
Slack Supported
ThinPrint Not Supported
VMware ESXi Not Supported
VMware vCenter Not Supported
Zoom Supported
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