MokaFive Virtual Desktop Solution offers centralized management for IT administrators and flexibility and power of rich, local execution for users REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 20
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 20 /PRNewswire/ -- MokaFive(TM), the
next-generation desktop virtualization company, today announced the general
availability of the MokaFive Virtual Desktop Solution(TM). Now, organizations
have a cross-platform desktop virtualization offering that delivers the best
of both worlds: the control of centralized management for IT administrators
and the power and flexibility of rich, local execution for users.
"The arrival of virtualization on the desktop will change the way desktops
have been managed and promises greater flexibility for the user," said Bill
Demas, president and CEO, MokaFive. "We believe our MokaFive Virtual Desktop
Solution is the first to bridge the chasm between what IT administrators
need -- centralized management -- and what users want -- freedom in their
computing environment. By offering our virtual desktops as a service, MokaFive
is making it easier for companies to get up and running quickly."
Already deployed in nearly 50 pilots and downloaded more than 80,000
times, MokaFive Virtual Desktop Solution introduces several key industry
firsts. Its virtual desktops, known as LivePCs, run on Windows, Macintosh and
MokaFive's BareMetal(TM) Linux operating systems. LivePCs can be executed on
laptops, desktops or even from portable storage devices such as a USB stick or
iPod. This gives users the mobility to work in the office, home or on the
road, online or offline -- securely at all times. LivePCs self-heal on every
reboot and will self-destruct with unauthorized use.
Many of the world's largest hardware and software vendors are embracing
the MokaFive Virtual Desktop Solution to help customers better manage their
desktop and laptop computers.
"Intel has added MokaFive to our ISV developer program to collaborate and
create enhanced capabilities with both our consumer and enterprise client
platforms," said Etienne DeGroot, Director of Global Alliances for Intel.
"Proof of concept efforts are underway to help deliver new user value that
takes full advantage of our platform architecture further adding success to
MokaFive's quest to deliver state of the art solutions."
"MokaFive's approach takes into consideration every step of the virtual
desktop lifecycle," said Michael Rose, an analyst for market research firm
IDC. "Desktop virtualization is not an easy technology to implement, so for it
to see more uptake in the enterprise, it is critical that vendors lower the
barriers to adoption. Focusing on the entire lifecycle of virtual desktops is
an important starting point."
The MokaFive Difference
MokaFive Virtual Desktop Solution offers a comprehensive approach to
desktop virtualization. Because it's delivered as a service, IT administrators
do not need to manage or invest in new infrastructure. MokaFive Virtual
Desktop Solution requires just a per-user subscription fee and can take
advantage of existing web servers. Its differentiating features include:
-- Automated updates: MokaFive's unique Auto Subscription(TM) technology
pushes administrator security updates and application patches to users
in a process similar to subscribing to RSS feeds. These are pulled
down automatically and seamlessly when users connect to the network.
-- Faster launches: MokaFive's Predictive Fetch(TM) technology makes
virtual computers start up faster and update quicker -- in seconds,
not minutes -- than other solutions on the market. With MokaFive,
users can start using a LivePC before it has finished downloading.
-- Self-healing: LivePCs "self heal" from spyware and malware through
MokaFive's Rejuvenation(TM) technology that allows users to recover by
simply shutting down and restarting a LivePC. On reboot, the operating
system and all applications are automatically restored to their
original, clean state and all documents and data remain intact and
unaffected.
-- Cross-platform and OS flexibility: LivePCs can be installed on a
desktop, laptop or any portable storage device like an encrypted flash
drive or even an iPod. To provide even greater computing freedom and
flexibility, users can work on a single USB stick for multiple
platforms, including Windows and Macintosh.
-- Enhanced security with BareMetal: While the MokaFive solution is
designed with security in mind, the company has created BareMetal for
those with higher security demands. This customized Linux distribution
runs on a bare x86 computer without an underlying operating system,
making it optimal for security-critical applications. As an added
benefit, businesses save on licensing costs, since BareMetal is
Linux-based.
Availability
MokaFive Virtual Desktop Solution is immediately available in two
versions. MokaFive Professional is for enterprise and workgroup deployments
and will be sold via annual subscription. MokaFive Express, designed for home
users and developers, is available as a free download. A library of LivePCs,
created by MokaFive and the user community, is available at lab.mokafive.com.
About MokaFive
MokaFive is the next-generation desktop virtualization company managing
the lifecycle of virtual desktops delivered as a service. The company was
founded in 2005 by a team of Stanford University researchers and is backed by
Khosla Ventures and Highland Capital Partners. MokaFive takes advantage of the
latest advances in virtualization technologies, 'cloud' storage, flash memory,
and CPU power to solve the costly problem of managing desktops and laptops
securely for workers in the office, on the road or at home. For more
information, visit http://www.mokafive.com.
MokaFive, LivePC, Predictive Fetch, Auto Subscription, Rejuvenation and
BareMetal are trademarks of Moka5, Inc. All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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