Most remote desktop platforms were born in the Windows world. Their Linux "support" is bolted on—clumsy, heavy, and alien to how real Linux admins work. That's why they feel wrong when you try to run serious semiconductor workloads on them. ThinLinc flips this around. It’s built for Linux from day one, by people who breathe Linux. It works with your system, not on top of it.
This isn’t just a marketing point; it’s the core of a fundamentally better architecture for the most demanding R&D environments.
EDA and HPC workloads don't forgive latency or poor GPU integration. ThinLinc's architecture is optimized for Linux, delivering smooth performance even under heavy loads. With GPU acceleration via VirtualGL, complex 3D models and simulations feel local, not sluggish. Other platforms focus on Windows optimization, while ThinLinc builds performance into Linux from day one.
In semiconductor R&D, security is non-negotiable. We don't believe in "mystery agents" or opaque services you can't inspect. ThinLinc relies on what you already trust:
Your IT teams already manage complex global infrastructure. They don’t need "one more subsystem" to patch. ThinLinc fits directly into Linux distributions and is systemd-friendly. It's scriptable, transparent, and designed to reduce admin overhead instead of creating it. It’s part of the system, not a parasite.
Chip design tools cost millions, and high-spec hardware isn't cheap. ThinLinc makes better use of both. By centralizing compute and GPU resources, you lower TCO without sacrificing performance. ThinLinc offers predictable, simple licensing, reducing the hidden costs and complexity that plague other platforms.
For CIOs and VPs, ThinLinc offers a predictable, low-risk solution with a clear TCO. For HPC engineers, system administrators, and design leads, it delivers the performance, compatibility, and usability that are essential to their Linux workflows.
We are Cendio, one of the most established companies in the Linux ecosystem, with decades of expertise. We are global maintainers of TigerVNC and noVNC, and actively drive the development of technologies like DRI and Wayland. We don't just "support" Linux; we speak Linux. For organizations serious about Linux, there is only one real choice.
Try ThinLinc yourself. It's free for up to 10 users.
👉 You’ll see the difference immediately: Linux-first, not Linux-afterthought.
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