What is Amazon WorkSpaces Applications?
Amazon WorkSpaces Applications (formerly AppStream 2.0) is a fully managed application streaming service. Desktop applications run on AWS infrastructure and are streamed to users’ browsers. No local installation required.
The service is suitable for enterprises that want to securely deliver applications without installing or managing software on end devices.
Core Features
- Browser-based: Applications run in any HTML5 browser without plugins
- Windows Applications: Any Windows software can be streamed
- Persistent Storage: User data persists between sessions
- Scaling: Automatic fleet scaling based on user numbers
- Security: Encrypted streaming sessions and SAML 2.0 integration
- Instant App Streaming: Web-based and SaaS applications can also be delivered without modifying application code
Typical Use Cases
Software Demos and Trials: Potential customers can test software without installation. Ideal for complex applications like CAD or analytics tools that require elaborate setups.
Remote Workstations: Employees access enterprise applications from anywhere. Data never leaves the cloud, only pixels are streamed. Ideal for industries with high security requirements.
Training: Training environments for workshops and onboarding. Each participant receives an identical environment without local configuration.
Benefits
- No local installation or maintenance on end devices
- Access from any device with a browser
- Central management and updates for all users
- Operation in European AWS regions possible (check regional availability)
Integration with innFactory
As an AWS Reseller, innFactory supports you with Amazon WorkSpaces Applications: image creation, fleet configuration, user management, and integration with existing identity systems.
Typical Use Cases
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between WorkSpaces Applications and WorkSpaces?
WorkSpaces Applications (formerly AppStream 2.0) streams individual applications, WorkSpaces provides full virtual desktops. WorkSpaces Applications is ideal for specific applications, WorkSpaces for complete workstations.
Which applications can I stream?
Any Windows application can be streamed: CAD software, development tools, business applications, or custom software. You create an image with installed applications.
How is WorkSpaces Applications billed?
Instances are billed hourly or per second depending on fleet type (Always-On, On-Demand, or Elastic). Windows fleets additionally incur a monthly per-user fee, charged once per user regardless of usage duration.
Can WorkSpaces Applications be used in a GDPR-compliant way?
WorkSpaces Applications is available in multiple AWS regions worldwide, including European regions. Data stays in the selected region and streaming sessions are encrypted; specific regional availability should be checked per project.
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