The release of 2X VirtualDesktopServer Version 8 makes remote virtual application and desktop delivery to thin clients and PCs a truly seamless experience.

Dallas, TX, February 1, 2010 – 2X Software announced today the release of Version 8 of its 2X ApplicationServer and 2X VirtualDesktopServer products. To meet the growing needs of businesses of all sizes, Version 8 not only includes the ability to publish applications and virtual desktops, but also allows the management of user thin client configurations from within the application console, creating an all-in-one application for remote publishing and device management. The new release will further reduce IT administration hassles, by allowing centralized control of both device groups and published resources.

"Version 8 of the 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer allows administrators, for the first time, to deploy and manage VDI sessions and thin clients using a single management source," explained Nikolaos Makris, CEO of 2X Software. "We’ve also included additional features, such as Universal Scanning, and continue to focus upon building reliable, innovative and cost-effective solutions serving businesses of all sizes."

About the 2X VirtualDesktopServer
2X VirtualDesktopServer v. 8 publishes any Windows application or virtual desktop to remote devices, including thin clients and Windows, Mac and Linux PCs, without the need to install applications or desktops to local machines. The 2X VirtualDesktopServer also serves as a connection broker for the Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware ESX, Parallels Containers and Windows Terminal Server virtualization platforms, offering significant administration and support savings. The 2X VirtualDesktopServer is designed to be highly cost-effective from the beginning of implementation, with a pricing structure based upon the number of agents (servers) installed, rather than the number of concurrent users, creating a favorable combination of pricing and features for businesses of all sizes.

New Features for V. 8:

• Managing Client Settings: Administrators will now have the ability to control user settings directly from the management console.
• Zero-Management Thin Clients: Includes all components necessary to convert any device to a thin client.
• Management of 2X SecureClientGateways: Allows administrators to remotely install and manage multiple 2X SecureClientGateways.
• Windows CE Clients: Ensures that Windows CE clients will have the same functionality as standard XP and Vista clients.
• Scanner (TWAIN) Redirection: TWAIN redirection, similar to the 2X Universal Printing feature, allows all devices using TWAIN technology to use hardware connected to client devices, including scanners and digital cameras.

Easy to Use, Yet Powerful
The 2X development team has ensured our new release hits the right button with users: for administrators, it’s easy to setup and manage, providing simple step-by-step wizards, while for end-users, it’s quick and easy to use, with a clear, easily-navigable Windows-style client.

Pricing & Availability
Pricing starts from as little as $1190 (900 EUR) for the 2X VirtualDesktopServer Small Business Edition, managing a single terminal server without user or connection limitations.

More product information and a free trial version of the product are available here.

About 2X
2X Software Ltd develops enterprise server-based virtual computing software, enabling desktop virtualization and application streaming on personal computers and thin client devices. Its product line, which includes the award-winning 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer, is easily scalable, installable, and manageable with straightforward licensing, resulting in product prices far below those of competitors. For more information, please visit: http://www.2x.com/.

2X highlighted for its affordable, vendor-neutral approach, which will allow it to capture mindshare from higher-priced, inefficient competitors

2X Software announces that it has been selected by the 451 Group for exclusive analyst coverage, outlining the company’s position in today’s virtual computing market. The 451 Group is an internationally-known technology analyst group highlighting upcoming industry trends to reveal the true business impact of firms’ technical advances. Their report notes that while 2X faces competition in the virtual computing space, the company is well-positioned to take advantage of future market growth, as server-based computing takes hold across a wide spectrum of industries, for which the 2X product line seeks to offer an affordable price point and an effective vendor-independent option for customers.

"Our recent coverage by the 451 Group is another example of how the reliability and affordability of the 2X product line are being increasingly recognized as the go-to standard of today’s virtual computing market," explained Nikolaos Makris, CEO of 2X Software. "We will continue to focus upon building reliable, cost-effective solutions serving businesses of all sizes, with full confidence that 2X product advantages will continue to be recognized by industry analysts and end-users alike."

The full 2X Software Impact Report is available on the 451 Group website.

About 2X
2X Software Ltd develops enterprise server-based virtual computing software, enabling desktop virtualization and application streaming on personal computers and thin client devices. Its product line, which includes the award-winning 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer, is easily scalable, installable, and manageable with straightforward licensing, resulting in product prices far below those of competitors. For more information, please visit: http://www.2x.com/.

About the 451 Group
The 451 Group is an independent technology-industry analyst company that was founded in 2000, and has offices in the US and Europe. Our research makes sense of swiftly moving trends in the industry creating information technologies (IT) used by large and midsized organizations. For more information, please visit: The 451 Group.

2X Americas General Manager Scott Sims reaches tech audience of over 55,000 in highlighting advantages of 2X products

Dallas, TX, January 11, 2010 – 2X Software today announced the release of a recent radio interview between Scott Sims, 2X General Manager for the Americas, and the staff of All Tech Radio, a weekly US radio program based in Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington. During the interview, Scott covered 2X Software’s company background and explained the benefits each 2X product would offer business owners, as well as new features soon to be released. The program routinely reaches an audience of over 55,000 tech enthusiasts, allowing thousands of listeners to be convinced of the virtual computing advantages of 2X products.

Scott explained that "We welcomed the opportunity to work with All Tech Radio on the interview, as it allowed us an audience with a large group of tech-savvy listeners who we knew would take an interest in our robust product line. We enjoyed working with the All Tech Radio team, and look forward to continuing to work with them and other media outlets in the future."

"We enjoy working with 2X Software and other reputable vendors, such as Microsoft, Google and Samsung to attract thousands of IT managers to our program," explained Robert McMillan, President of All Tech Radio. "2X is a leader in today’s fast-growing virtual computing market, a sector of high interest to our audience. We pride ourselves in covering technology companies like 2X, on the leading edge of their sector, and we welcome the opportunity to work with them in the future."

To listen to the interview, please visit: Scott Sims radio interview

About 2X
2X Software Ltd develops enterprise server-based virtual computing software, enabling desktop virtualization and application streaming on personal computers and thin client devices. Its product line, which includes the award-winning 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer, is easily scalable, installable, and manageable with straightforward licensing, resulting in product prices far below those of competitors. For more information, please visit: http://www.2x.com/.

About All Tech Radio
All Tech Radio is a Portland, Oregon based radio program primarily serving tech enthusiasts in the Portland and Seattle markets. Hosted by network consultants Robert McMillen, Scott Portinga, and Andy Young, the program airs weekly, and seeks to attract a sophisticated audience for companies such as Google, IBM and others. For more information, please visit: All Tech Radio.

The 2X Client provides three modes for server connections; Direct Mode, Regular Gateway and SSL Mode. Which mode would be best for your environment?

Direct Mode

If clients have direct physical server access, clients can use the Direct Mode connect to a 2X SecureClientGateway through port 80 (1). The client and gateway then negotiate data to establish a session, after which the client initiates an RDP session with the Terminal Server or VDI Host. The client will disconnect from the gateway and establish a new session with the server (2). Direct Mode is the most efficient connection mode, since the gateway is temporary with a minimal data load.

Regular Gateway Mode

With the Regular Gateway Mode, clients also connect to the 2X SecureClientGateway on port 80 (1), negotiate with the gateway to establish a session, and start an RDP session with the Terminal Server or VDI Host. However using this mode, the RDP session is tunneled on top of the first connection. The gateway establishes a connection to the server (2) and forwards RDP requests from the client. This connection mode is ideal when the clients lack direct access to physical servers and no special security requirements are needed.

SSL Mode

In this mode, clients connect to a 2X SecureClientGateway on port 443 (1). Once an SSL tunnel is established, the client and gateway negotiate enough information to establish a secure session and the client starts an RDP session with the Terminal Server or VDI Host, the RDP session is tunneled on top on the first connection. This connection mode is optimal when the clients lack direct access to physical servers and high security safeguards are required.

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