Virtual desktops, powered by AWS. Develop remotely, securely and cost-effectively. Ubuntu Desktop on Amazon WorkSpaces offers developers an optimised Ubuntu Desktop environment to rapidly build, test and deploy code – spinning up and tearing down instances as required. IT organisations benefit from rapid deployment, configuration and scalability for their managed Ubuntu Desktops whilst their applications and data remain secured in the AWS cloud, even when their developers are working remotely.
Vendor
Canonical
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Overview
Ubuntu on AWS WorkSpaces offers developers an optimized Ubuntu desktop for cloud-based development. With seamless integration into AWS, it supports remote teams, offering easy onboarding, secure environments, and scalability for developers working on applications in AI/ML, data science, and IoT. With Ubuntu’s latest features and security patches, teams can develop and deploy projects quickly, reducing hardware dependence and enabling cost-effective, secure collaboration.
Features and Capabilities
- Ubuntu Desktop 22.04 LTS for development and testing.
- Supports Python, Rust, Go, and PGP.
- Seamless integration with AWS cloud and Active Directory.
- Scalable, on-demand deployments for developers.
- Customizable environments to meet project needs.
- Secure storage of data and applications on AWS.
- Portable desktop access via browser or native client.
- Security patches with Ubuntu Pro.
- Ideal for remote teams and contractors.
- Pay-as-you-go pricing model.
- Simple provisioning with existing directory services.