No. 79 of 133 ·Remote desktop software

WinConn

Linux

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WinConn is ranked #79 of 133 in remote desktop software on Freedom251. It runs on Linux. There is a free plan.

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WinConn Free GNU General Public License v3 · packages listed for Ubuntu Precise (12.04) and Quantal (12.10) stanev.org · 5 Oct 2026

Purpose: WinConn manages and integrates remote Windows applications into the Ubuntu Linux desktop, displaying each application in its own window.
Technology: It uses RemoteApp technology implemented by the FreeRDP project.
Profiles: Users can create and manage remote application profiles.
Redirection: Features include local folder access, local printer redirection, and remote sound redirection.
Desktop integration: It can create desktop launchers, add remote applications to the Unity menu, and provide an application indicator for launching apps.
Imports: It can import profiles created in Remmina and remote applications packaged in RDP files.
Host requirements: The page lists Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP1 or later, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 as supported RemoteApp server versions.
Known limitation: Clipboard redirection currently does not work.
Installation: The page provides Ubuntu installation commands using the realender/winconn PPA and apt-get.
Package versions: The page says packages were built for Ubuntu Precise (12.04) and Quantal (12.10).
License: WinConn is licensed under GNU General Public License v3.
Support: The project page links to WinConn support and bug tracking on Launchpad.
Development support: The maker's page says WinConn development is supported by Synapse Ideas.
Price from: Free

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