2X News

• With the Purchase of Any 2X-Certified Thin Client Device, US Schools Will Receive 2X ThinClientServer For Free
  19 June 2009 – 2X Software Limited, the international developer of server-based computing software, announced today that it has formed partnerships with four thin-client hardware producers: VXL Instruments, Computer Lab International, NCS Technologies and 10ZiG Technology (formerly BOSaNOVA, Inc). 2X Software has committed to provide free ThinClientServer licenses for these companies’ thin-client products on sales to state-funded schools until October 1, 2009. This unique offer allows all 2X Thin Client Vendor Partners to provide schools with small IT budgets an efficient, inexpensive solution to their server-based computing needs.
  
  
• Latest distributor signed - 2X Software appoints Azlan, a Tech Data Company, for Spanish market
  9 June 2009 – 2X Software Limited, the international developer of server-based computing software, today announces that it has teamed up with TD Azlan, the Enterprise Division of Tech Data Corporation, and a leading distributor of high quality IT infrastructure products in Spain. With the 2X Server Based Computing software portfolio, TD Azlan can now provide a fully integrated and highly reliable business grade desktop virtualization solution to its business customers.
  
  
• Global Car-Parts Manufacturer Replaces Citrix to Save Over 80% in IT Operational Costs
  29 May 2009 - 2X Software Ltd., the international developer of virtual computing software solutions, announced today that the 2X ApplicationServer solution has been successfully deployed by Fisher & Company, a Michigan-based car parts manufacturer, enabling the company to reduce server administration and operational costs by 86% overall. Use of the 2X ApplicationServer solution will allow Fisher & Company to efficiently provide remote application access to over 300 users across the globe, with company offices in the United States, Mexico, Germany, India and Japan.
  
  
• 2X Releases First ‘Open’ Virtualisation Platform Connection Broker
  15 April 2009 - With so many competing virtualisation platforms in the market, for any organisation, making the right decision to take advantage of this latest technology is critical. The new 2X VirtualDesktopServer reduces overall operating costs and unlocks the full potential of virtualisation platforms by improving desktop manageability, security and performance.
  
  
• 90,000 Students and Staff Rely on 2X Software to Ensure High Terminal Server Access Availability
  5 March 2009 - 2X Software Ltd., the international developer of virtual computing software solutions, today announced that their 2X LoadBalancer solution is deployed by Cambridgeshire Education ICT to ensure high network availability for up to 70,000 students, 20,000 staff/Governors, with 17,000 of those users having remote access. The Cambridgeshire Education IT Service is part of Cambridgeshire County Council and offers the latest access technology and services to their 240 Cambridgeshire schools.
  
  
• 2X Eliminates Remote Access Security Concerns with Deepnet Unified Authentication
  12 January 2009 - 2X Software, one of the leading developers in virtual computing software has released its latest products, 2X Application Server 6.2 and 2X VirtualDesktopServer (Beta), with the integration of unified Two-Factor Authentication delivered by security expert Deepnet Security. This solution is ideal for enterprise users requiring secure remote access, while preventing unauthorized access to the corporate network.
  
  
• 2X Releases ThinClientServer 6 - The Missing Part In The Desktop Virtualization Puzzle.
  11 September 2008 – 2X Ltd, developer of virtual and thin client computing software, is pleased to announce the release of 2X ThinClientServer version 6. Building on the success of 2X ThinClientServer 5, this latest version includes a new user-friendly web based management console and important features enhancing the performance and functionality of its popular thin client OS and management system.
  
  
• BOSaNOVA Partners with 2X Software to Provide New Line of Thin Clients.
  4 September 2008 – BOSaNOVA, Inc., the market leader in development of Thin Clients and Network Appliances announces today they have teamed with 2X Software LTD, the international developer of thin client computing software, to provide a new line of thin clients.
  
  
• 2X's popular application publishing software 2X ApplicationServer receives the stamp of approval from prominent Terminal Services & Citrix resource site.
  30 July 2008 - 2X today announced that 2X ApplicationServer was selected the winner in the Application Server category of the MSTerminalServices.org Readers’ Choice Awards.
  
  
• 2X Selects Azlan a TechData Company as Distributor for Central Europe
  14 June 2008 – 2X Software Ltd, the international developer of server based computing software, today announced that it has teamed up with Azlan a leading distributor of high quality IT infrastructure products for European businesses. With the 2X Server Based Computing software portfolio Azlan can now provide a fully integrated and highly reliable virtualization business grade solution to its customers.
  
  
• 2X Adds Missing Features To Windows 2008 Server
  7. July 2008 – Windows 2008 Server users can now run remote Windows applications and desktops seamlessly and secure on any Windows, Apple or Linux desktop. The new 2X ApplicationServer for Windows 2008 Terminal Server is available for free at: http://www.2x.com/applicationserver/download.html
  
  
• 2X and Virtual Iron join forces
  02 June 2008 - 2X (www.2x.com), the international developers of Thin Client and Server Based Computing Software, and Virtual Iron (www.virtualiron.com), the developers of comprehensive server virtualization solutions for organizations of all sizes, have announced a strategic alliance to provide a complete Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and Application Publishing Solution.
  
  
• 2X Enables Businesses To Use Apple PCs Without Setting Windows Aside
  19 May 2008 - The new 2X Mac client enables Mac OS X to run Windows applications and desktops remotely
  
  
• 2X releases game-changer for the server based application delivery market
  13 February 2008 - 2X announces the release of 2X ApplicationServer 6, which significantly reduces application deployment time, administration overheads and costs
  
  
• 2X and SEDICOM deliver a complete and reliable Thin Client Solution by joining forces
  21 December 2007 - 2X Software Ltd, the international developer of thin client computing software, today announced they have teamed with Sedicom Europe, a leading distributor of high quality thin clients and thin client infrastructure, for businesses Europe wide
  
  
• 2X Software’s USA General Manager John Haskins is interviewed by SKY Radio
  26 October 2007 - On Tuesday 26 Oct 2007 John Haskins General Manager of 2X Software USA made his national radio debut giving an interview to Ron Cassel personality of SKY RADIO
  
  
• 2X Software Announces release of ThinClientServer 5
  25 September 2007 - 2X Software Ltd, today announced that it has released 2X ThinClientServer 5 and the benefits of thin client computing for the environment.
  
  
• 2X Software Announces Expansion into Asia
  23 July 2007 - 2X Software Ltd, today announced that it has opened an office in Tokyo to assist 2X's growing client-base in Asia.
  
  
• 2X Software Announces Expansion into USA and Canada
  06 June 2007 - 2X Software Ltd, today announced that it has opened an office in Dallas to assist 2X's growing client-base in the USA and Canada.
  
  
• 2X Releases first Windows Terminal Server Application Publishing Software for under $700.
  01 June 2007 - The new 2X ApplicationServer 5 for small businesses delivers CITRIX like functionality without user or connection limitation for single Windows Terminal Servers.
  
  
• 2X ThinClientServer 4.0 provides users with Windows applications without the need for VISTA or XP at the desktop.
  11 January 2007 - 2X ThinClientServer v.4 aims to rid besieged Network administrators from the headache of the upcoming Vista upgrade.
  
  
• 2X Releases Software Server Based Computing Guide illustrating strategies for implementing Server Based Computing
  29 November 2006 - 2X today announced the release of the 2X Server Based Computing Guide, which describes ways in which to optimize IT network infrastructures whilst cutting hardware, energy and administration costs
  
  
• 2X ApplicationServer v. 4 receives MSTerminalServices.org Gold award
  01 November 2006 - 2X today announced that MSTerminalServices.org, one of the leading resource sites for Windows Terminal Services, Citrix & thin client computing, awarded 2X ApplicationServer v. 4 its Gold award.
  
  
• Citrix monopoly to end with 2X ApplicationServer v.4
  10 October 2006 - 2X delivers alternative to Citrix Presentation Server at a fraction of the price
  
  
• Mac OS X runs Windows applications seamlessly with 2X ApplicationServer
  18 September 2006 - Mac OS X users can now run Windows applications seamlessly on their desktop with 2X ApplicationServer's Mac client.
  
  
• 2X Opens Source Code to its NX Based Terminal Server for Linux
  30 August 2006 - 2X today announced the release of 2X TerminalServer for Linux, an open source terminal server for Linux, which enables users to run a Linux desktop and Linux / Windows applications over any type of connection.
  
  
• 2X announces Nikolaos Makris as CEO
  10 August 2006 - 2X today announced Nikolaos Makris as the company's Chief Executive Officer effective 10 August 2006. Former CEO Nick Galea will become President in charge of marketing.
  
  
• 2X publishes a guide demonstrating how to implement desktop virtualization within a company at no extra cost
  04 August 2006 - 2X today published a guide demonstrating how to implement desktop virtualization within a company at no extra cost. Using VMware server and 2X ThinClientServer, companies can convert existing desktops to thin clients, and have them connect to a virtual machine on one, or more, central VMware servers.
  
  
• 2X releases new version of free PXES Linux thin client: 2X ThinClientServer PXES edition
  06 July 2006 - 2X today announced an innovative upgrade and new name for its popular PXES Linux thin client: 2X ThinClientServer PXES edition 3.0. This edition boasts a completely new architecture, which includes a server component allowing for central management of the connection settings and the thin client OS.
  
  
• Linux runs Windows applications seamlessly with 2X ApplicationServer
  27 June 2006 - RedHat, Suse, Ubuntu and other Linux distribution users can now run Windows applications seamlessly on their desktop with 2X ApplicationServer’s Linux client.
  
  
• Linux & Windows get hitched: 2X ThinClientServer v3 makes Windows manageable – ON LINUX!
  23 May 2006 - 2X announces the release of 2X ThinClientServer v3, which aims to solve the Windows desktop management hassles by controlling what Windows applications users can run via a small foot print, secure Linux desktop.
  
  
• 2X to give away 100,000 application publishing solutions
  06 April 2006 - 2X announced that it will offer 100,000 free versions of 2X ApplicationServer - its application publishing solution - in a bid to make application tunneling affordable to all. With 2X ApplicationServer companies can seamlessly tunnel any Windows application onto remote desktops, without having to install the application onto each user’s machine.
  
  
• 2X LoadBalancer receives MSTerminalServices.org Gold award
  28 February 2006 - 2X announced that MSTerminalServices.org, one of the leading resource sites for Windows Terminal Services, Citrix & thin client computing, awarded 2X LoadBalancer its Gold award. The award serves as a mark of excellence and dependability, providing the ultimate recognition from peers within the industry.
  
  
• 2X makes Terminal Services & Citrix fault tolerant with 2X LoadBalancer v4
  08 February 2006 - 2X releases 2X LoadBalancer for Windows Terminal Services & Citrix Metaframe: a tool to load balance RDP/ICA sessions between Terminal Servers and provide fault tolerance. Only one gateway machine needs to be exposed to the internet, and in addition this connection can be established via SSL - thereby drastically increasing the security of Terminal Servers.
  
  
• 2X to give away 1 million free thin clients
  18 January 2006 - 2X announces that it will give away 1 million thin clients, in a bid to demonstrate the advantages of thin client computing, allowing any organization to solve the management and security issues of fat clients.
  
  
• 2X simplifies the move to thin client computing with 2X ThinClientServer
  10 November 2005 - 2X releases 2X ThinClientServer for Windows/Linux: Revolutionary product which allows easy deployment & management of any thin client device.
  
  
• 2X announces Nick Galea as CEO and Nikolaos Makris as President
  13 September 2005 - 2X today announced Nick Galea as the company's chief executive officer and Nikolaos Makris as President in charge of worldwide sales and support.
  
  
• 2X Acquires Terminal-Services.NET
  09 September 2005 - 2X announces the acquisition of Terminal-Services.NET, a provider of top-rated terminal services tools and products for Microsoft Terminal Services.
  
  
• Converting PCs to thin clients saves $$$
  24 May 2005 - 2X releases its Fat2Thin calculator that calculates the potential savings of converting PCs to thin clients, and explains on how the results from the applied formula are reached.