What is the difference between “Horizon Client” and “HTML Access” for VirtualLab@APU?

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Last updated: Aug 23, 2023 by SAMA MOHAMED (Deactivated)
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These are two methods that VMware provided for us to interact with the virtual desktop. The major differences come to functionality and accessibility. To ensure the best experience, it is recommended to access VirtualLab@APU using Horizon Client.

If you do not have permission to install Horizon Client, you do have the option to access VirtualLab@APU through HTML Access.

Functionality

Horizon Client

HTML Access

Functionality

Horizon Client

HTML Access

Prerequisite

Installing Horizon Client, requires Administrative permission

A web browser

Performance

Smoother

Slower

File Transfer

  • Shared Folders

  • USB Redirection

  • Upload to OneDrive

  • Upload to OneDrive

Multi-display

Supported

Supported

Windows Key action

Direct input by pressing ⊞ Win

Simulated by pressing Ctrl + ⊞ Win

Additional functionalities

  • Additional support for Skype and Microsoft Teams

  • Supports Multimedia and Browser Redirection

  • Supports PCoIP and Microsoft RDP protocol

  • Display scaling

  • Synchronized key locks (Caps lock, Num lock, Scroll lock )

  • No setup required

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Support

In case of further inquiry, please open a ticket with the Virtual Help Centre. Alternatively, you may choose to access APSpace > More > Help Centre for further guidance and support. This guideline is designed for you to help you in the process of opening a ticket.

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