X2Go
Remote desktop access over SSH with NX technology
X2Go is an open-source remote desktop solution that lets users access graphical Linux sessions over SSH using the NX protocol. It works well over low-bandwidth links and supports session suspend and resume.
Key features
- NX-based remote desktop
- Session suspend and resume
- SSH transport
- Low-bandwidth friendly
Pros & cons
Strengths
- Efficient over slow links
- Secure by SSH
Trade-offs
- Linux server focused
- Setup can be fiddly
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