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Thin Client Hardware
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ALSO CALLED: Thin Client-Server Hardware and Thin Clients
DEFINITION: A thin client, sometimes called a lean client, is a low-cost, centrally-managed computer devoid of CD-ROM players, diskette drives, and expansion slots. The term derives from the fact that small computers in networks tend to be clients and not servers. Since the idea is to
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Deploying Server Based Computing
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This webinar explore the vast benefits of Server Based Computing (SBC) - such as centralized management of IT infrastructure - and how it can help you better manage your IT environment.
Posted: 20 May 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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In this podcast we'll be discussing new opportunities for reducing client management costs and improving enterprise security.
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THIN CLIENT HARDWARE DEFINITION (continued):
limit the capabilities of these computers to only essential applications, they tend to be purchased and remain "thin" in terms of the client applications they include. As software as a service ( SaaS) gains popularity, it is expected that thin clients and blade PCs will replace desktop PCs in many work and educational environments. In general, they are not as vulnerable to malware attacks, have a longer life cycle, use less power and are less expensive to purchase. Thin
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