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NComputing Launches Chromebook CX110 and Chrome app, Providing Managed Windows Desktops on Chromebooks
SAN MATEO, California, May 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
NComputing Provides Millions of U.S. Students With Easy Access to WindowsÂ
Today NComputing launches the Chromebook CX110 and Chrome app
[http://www.ncomputing.com/chromebook ], giving U.S. schools the ability to easily run
Windows applications on their Chromebooks. More than half of all computers used in U.S.
K-12 schools are Chromebooks, and now NComputing Chromebooks - with the vSpace client -
provides easy, multi-user access to the Windows, Java or Silverlight applications often
necessary for learning and testing applications.
vSpace software benefits schools by providing a centrally managed, reliable and
scalable solution that delivers as many as one hundred individual Windows desktops from a
single computer. This creates a cost-effective and easy-to-deploy solution for schools who
can now use a single Chromebook device to access all their ChromeOS and Windows
applications.
The more than one million students in U.S. schools already using vSpace can now use
the NComputing Chromebook CX110 with their vSpace solution. This allows teachers and
students to take advantage of both ChromeOS and a Windows environment on one device.
Students gain access to a greater range of educational content, while teachers have more
freedom to use all of their favorite learning applications for lesson plans.
Jim Rieflin, Supervisor of Technology and Data Management at Salem School, Virginia,
comments, "The Chromebook is our primary computing platform for our students. But
sometimes our students need to use a program which is only available on the Windows
platform. We are investigating how vSpace, from NComputing, will allow our students to
access applications and content that are not normally accessible from a Chromebook. We
even have staff that prefer to use the Chromebook instead of a full Windows laptop because
of its simplicity and mobility, and with the ability to access a few important Windows
applications so they can have the best of both worlds".
Key features of the NComputing Chromebook CX110 with vSpace include:Â
- Premium 11.6" IPS LCD panel - to provide the best Chromebook viewing experience
for students in the classroom. No more strained eyes trying to read washed out
displays or differentiate colors and features on an inferior display
- Quick to start - Takes less than 10 seconds to go from off to full-speed enabling
students to be immediately productive
- Ease of use - Affordable and easy to manage
- Safe and secure - Built-in security helps keep students safe from viruses, malware and
other computer "nasties"
- Battery life - High-performance quad-core CPU with long battery life that lasts up
to 8.5 hours depends on actual usage
- Always updating - Unlike a traditional computer, it won't slow down over time -
updates are automatic and maintenance is easy
- vSpace Client for Chromebook - a Chrome app that can be installed from the Chrome Web
Store, which gives users access to a virtualized Windows desktop and comes with a
one-year free license to vSpace virtualization software (MSRP: $50)
- Managed Windows desktops - with vSpace software, students and teachers gain access to
centrally managed Windows desktops while realizing the benefits of Chromebook as a
platform for all your students computing needs. IT departments benefit from better
utilization of IT resources
- Full Windows desktop experience - with vSpace software, a virtual desktop solution, a
true Windows PC-like experience is delivered to students and teachers in the classroom
- "Sandboxed" kiosk mode - prevents students exiting testing applications, so students
will no longer be able to search the internet to find answers during tests
- Premium Education content - Free one-year subscription to Brightstorm.com with access
to over 6,000 HD video lessons in Math, Science, English and AP subjects plus ACT prep
(MSRP: $179)
Young Song, NComputing CEO, explains: "Our U.S. customers have been demanding we
provide a solution that enables them to run Windows on their Chromebooks. The NComputing
Chromebook CX110, together with our vSpace Client for Chromebook, means we can now deliver
a Windows PC--like experience on your Chromebook - and help millions of students and
teachers have a better classroom experience".
The NComputing Chromebook CX110 is available for the North American education market
through authorized NComputing resellers with an MSRP of $229, including a one-year
subscription to vSpace Client for Chromebook and Brightstorm.com.
NComputing will begin accepting pre-orders on May 12 with product availability in
June.
To learn more about the NComputing Chromebook CX110, please visit
http://www.ncomputing.com/chromebook
For images, bios and further information, please visit our press pack link here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jkub9ppk7gh2n6b/AAA4MmNMBIbCJPYY0xiS78MVa?dl=0
About vSpaceÂ
vSpace is a fully integrated end-to-end desktop and application virtualization
platform that works with NComputing technology. It delivers the features and performance
equal to, or better than a dedicated PC user endpoint device. vSpace is the ideal choice
for organizations looking to take full advantage of the benefits of Desktop Virtualization,
but do not have large budgets or IT staff to deal with the typically high cost and
complexity associated with acquiring, deploying and maintaining a desktop virtualization
solution, making it a perfect fit for the SME, SMB and education markets.
About NComputingÂ
NComputing Co., Ltd., founded in 2003, is a ZeroDesktop company and leader in client
virtualization solutions. Removing the barriers through a unique formula of simplicity,
performance and value, NComputing's integrated solutions serve global customers in key
verticals such as education, healthcare and government. With over 20 million daily users
in 140 countries, the company is fueling the adoption of client virtualization faster than
any other in the world. To learn more, visit http://www.ncomputing.com
Ncomputing.com
CONTACT: Media Contacts: Emma Seddon, Dynamo PR, +44 7523 373 826 / +44 203 574 4815, emma.seddon@dynamopr.com, ncomputing@dynamopr.com Laura Winn, Dynamo PR, +44 7475 787 793 / +44 203 574 4815, laura.winn@dynamopr.com, ncomputing@dynamopr.com
NComputing Launches Chromebook CX110 and Chrome app, Providing Managed Windows Desktops on Chromebooks
SAN MATEO, California, May 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
NComputing Provides Millions of U.S. Students With Easy Access to WindowsÂ
Today NComputing launches the Chromebook CX110 and Chrome app
[http://www.ncomputing.com/chromebook ], giving U.S. schools the ability to easily run
Windows applications on their Chromebooks. More than half of all computers used in U.S.
K-12 schools are Chromebooks, and now NComputing Chromebooks - with the vSpace client -
provides easy, multi-user access to the Windows, Java or Silverlight applications often
necessary for learning and testing applications.
vSpace software benefits schools by providing a centrally managed, reliable and
scalable solution that delivers as many as one hundred individual Windows desktops from a
single computer. This creates a cost-effective and easy-to-deploy solution for schools who
can now use a single Chromebook device to access all their ChromeOS and Windows
applications.
The more than one million students in U.S. schools already using vSpace can now use
the NComputing Chromebook CX110 with their vSpace solution. This allows teachers and
students to take advantage of both ChromeOS and a Windows environment on one device.
Students gain access to a greater range of educational content, while teachers have more
freedom to use all of their favorite learning applications for lesson plans.
Jim Rieflin, Supervisor of Technology and Data Management at Salem School, Virginia,
comments, "The Chromebook is our primary computing platform for our students. But
sometimes our students need to use a program which is only available on the Windows
platform. We are investigating how vSpace, from NComputing, will allow our students to
access applications and content that are not normally accessible from a Chromebook. We
even have staff that prefer to use the Chromebook instead of a full Windows laptop because
of its simplicity and mobility, and with the ability to access a few important Windows
applications so they can have the best of both worlds".
Key features of the NComputing Chromebook CX110 with vSpace include:Â
- Premium 11.6" IPS LCD panel - to provide the best Chromebook viewing experience
for students in the classroom. No more strained eyes trying to read washed out
displays or differentiate colors and features on an inferior display
- Quick to start - Takes less than 10 seconds to go from off to full-speed enabling
students to be immediately productive
- Ease of use - Affordable and easy to manage
- Safe and secure - Built-in security helps keep students safe from viruses, malware and
other computer "nasties"
- Battery life - High-performance quad-core CPU with long battery life that lasts up
to 8.5 hours depends on actual usage
- Always updating - Unlike a traditional computer, it won't slow down over time -
updates are automatic and maintenance is easy
- vSpace Client for Chromebook - a Chrome app that can be installed from the Chrome Web
Store, which gives users access to a virtualized Windows desktop and comes with a
one-year free license to vSpace virtualization software (MSRP: $50)
- Managed Windows desktops - with vSpace software, students and teachers gain access to
centrally managed Windows desktops while realizing the benefits of Chromebook as a
platform for all your students computing needs. IT departments benefit from better
utilization of IT resources
- Full Windows desktop experience - with vSpace software, a virtual desktop solution, a
true Windows PC-like experience is delivered to students and teachers in the classroom
- "Sandboxed" kiosk mode - prevents students exiting testing applications, so students
will no longer be able to search the internet to find answers during tests
- Premium Education content - Free one-year subscription to Brightstorm.com with access
to over 6,000 HD video lessons in Math, Science, English and AP subjects plus ACT prep
(MSRP: $179)
Young Song, NComputing CEO, explains: "Our U.S. customers have been demanding we
provide a solution that enables them to run Windows on their Chromebooks. The NComputing
Chromebook CX110, together with our vSpace Client for Chromebook, means we can now deliver
a Windows PC--like experience on your Chromebook - and help millions of students and
teachers have a better classroom experience".
The NComputing Chromebook CX110 is available for the North American education market
through authorized NComputing resellers with an MSRP of $229, including a one-year
subscription to vSpace Client for Chromebook and Brightstorm.com.
NComputing will begin accepting pre-orders on May 12 with product availability in
June.
To learn more about the NComputing Chromebook CX110, please visit
http://www.ncomputing.com/chromebook
For images, bios and further information, please visit our press pack link here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jkub9ppk7gh2n6b/AAA4MmNMBIbCJPYY0xiS78MVa?dl=0
About vSpaceÂ
vSpace is a fully integrated end-to-end desktop and application virtualization
platform that works with NComputing technology. It delivers the features and performance
equal to, or better than a dedicated PC user endpoint device. vSpace is the ideal choice
for organizations looking to take full advantage of the benefits of Desktop Virtualization,
but do not have large budgets or IT staff to deal with the typically high cost and
complexity associated with acquiring, deploying and maintaining a desktop virtualization
solution, making it a perfect fit for the SME, SMB and education markets.
About NComputingÂ
NComputing Co., Ltd., founded in 2003, is a ZeroDesktop company and leader in client
virtualization solutions. Removing the barriers through a unique formula of simplicity,
performance and value, NComputing's integrated solutions serve global customers in key
verticals such as education, healthcare and government. With over 20 million daily users
in 140 countries, the company is fueling the adoption of client virtualization faster than
any other in the world. To learn more, visit http://www.ncomputing.com
Ncomputing.com
CONTACT: Media Contacts: Emma Seddon, Dynamo PR, +44 7523 373 826 / +44 203 574 4815, emma.seddon@dynamopr.com, ncomputing@dynamopr.com Laura Winn, Dynamo PR, +44 7475 787 793 / +44 203 574 4815, laura.winn@dynamopr.com, ncomputing@dynamopr.com