Cloud Computing: Dell WYSE delivers Android-on-a-stick

Grazed from NetworkWorld. Author: Joel Snyder.

Thin clients aren’t very exciting, and for a reason: they’re designed to allow remote access to servers, usually with a Citrix, Microsoft, or VMware client. The folks at Dell WYSE have spiced up the category by building a thin client on top of Android, and getting it down to a form factor only slightly larger than a USB memory stick.

The result is a cool combination of technologies with interesting potential — and a few important limitations. Network managers who have been unhappy with typical thin client solutions should consider the WYSE Cloud Connect, which brings the flexibility of Android and wireless connectivity into their cloud computing or VDI deployment…

What is it?

The WYSE Cloud Connect looks a lot like a USB thumb drive, except that the connector sticking out of the side is an HDMI plug. Connect it to the HDMI port of your monitor, feed it some power, and that’s about it. If the monitor has an MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) HDMI port, this will power the device. Otherwise, there’s a USB connector on one side for power…

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