Google takes on virtual desktops with acquisition of app-streamer Cameyo

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Legacy apps on Chromebooks is the goal, which won't terrify VDI incumbents like Citrix and Omnissa

Google has decided to take on the likes of Citrix and VMware by acquiring an outfit called Cameyo whose tech makes it possible to stream apps into browsers – including on Chromebooks.of the acquisition opines that “Traditionally, businesses have leveraged virtual desktop infrastructure solutions to access legacy apps without them being installed on the device”.

“By bringing the Cameyo team's expertise in-house, we are doubling down on our commitment to delivering a streamlined experience for virtualized applications,” he wrote.to require acquisition of product bundles on lengthy subscriptions. Omnissa is yet to reveal how it will operate under its new owner, private equity firm KKR.

Plenty of orgs looking to keep their legacy apps alive therefore have solid reasons to consider an alternative, a situation Google’s sales force and channel won’t ignore.This deal is also interesting for what it says about Google’s Chromebook business, which has done well with education buyers and consumers but hasn’t made enormous inroads into the enterprise, despite offerings like Chrome Enterprise that add manageability anNo, this isn't the weird logic of cryptocurrency infecting the IRS.

 

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