What is a Thin Client?

A thin client is a low-cost, centrally-managed/network computer devoid of CD-ROM players, diskette drives, and expansion slots. Although the term usually refers to software, it is increasingly used for computers, such as network computers and Net PCs, that are designed to serve as the clients for client/server architectures.

Application   

Thin clients can be used in:

• Schools for  administration and payment of  Tuition

• Cyber cafe for  administration, payment of  Tuition and  controlling access to network/resources.

• Companies and Hospitals for  Easy networking between office suited, Better security access control access to network/resources. 

Why Use Thin Clients?

• Reduces hardware

• Easy and low cost of maintenance

• Low power consumption

• No data loss during power failure

• Standards enforcement and administration

• Saves bandwidth, reducing downtime and improving network security