What is Application Streaming?
Application streaming is an alternative to completely installing a Windows®-based program on a PC.
Application streaming significantly accelerates the distribution of software. The application is streamed from a central server where only the parts of the application required by the user are installed for immediate use. As additional functionality is required by the user these portions of the application is streamed on demand. When the user has finished with the application, and chooses to do so, all components are completely removed from the client, as if the application was never there.
Application streaming allows IT departments to run more efficiently by reducing the time, resource and cost of deploying, upgrading and supporting applications. Application streaming allows traditional, off-the-shelf client software applications such as Microsoft Office or AutoCAD and converts them to an on-demand software model without rewriting or recompiling the software application. An on-demand, application streaming environment provides all the benefits of a locally installed application while also providing:
- Immediate delivery of software applications.
- Conflict-free, or reversible operating environment.
- Clear separation of the software and the transport.
- Software control and protection, including revocation of the software and security.
- Software usage metrics.
Learn More
- Application virtualization and streaming. Read the solution brief.
- Take a test drive. See for yourself how quick and easy it is to get started and deliver immediate results with Application Jukebox.
