that this simply wouldn't work because of the nature of the programs.
Maureen
On Tue, Feb 2, 2010 at 6:58 AM, TJ Rainsford <tjrainsford@gmail.com> wrote:
> There are certainly advantages to using a terminal server in these
> scenarios but it is highly dependent on what sort of software needs to
> be available. Standard productivity tools (read: MS Office) work
> quite well in a TS environment and minimizes maintenance by
> centralizing everything on the server instead of the workstation.
>
> However, running graphics intensive programs and other specialized
> applications would likely be more trouble than it is worth because of
> the limitations of terminal services or because the apps are not
> designed for terminal services.
>
> From a purely technical perspective, terminal services in Windows 2008
> is a significant leap forward from previous iterations. Properly
> configured, many standard applications can be "streamed" to the
> dekstop. In other words, you do NOT need to open a terminal services
> window. To the user, it looks almost exactly as it would if it were
> installed locally. Access can be granted by user or security groups
> to only present software relevant to the user.
>
> But at the end of the day.it is really dependent on what software
> needs to be made available and the future needs in the lab may be.
>
> TJ
>
> On 2/1/10, Maureen Tumenas <mtumenas@berkshirecountryday.org> wrote:
> > We are looking to replace the old computers in our lab (PC) and it has
> been
> > suggested that we look to using terminals and a server instead of
> > stand-alone computer stations. Does anyone use this system? Pros? Cons?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Maureen Tumenas
> > Berkshire Country Day School
> > Lenox, MA
> >
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