VMware unveils Horizon 6

VMware, announced a new release of VMware Horizon® 6 featuring advanced capabilities for application publishing, 3D application support through high-performance virtual desktops, enhanced Chromebook support, software-defined data center optimizations including network virtualization benefits from VMware NSX™, and new features for U.S federal government customers, as stated in a press release.  VMware Horizon 6 is the industry’s most comprehensive desktop and application virtualization solution to deliver and manage any type of enterprise application and desktop, including physical desktops and laptops, virtual desktops and applications, and employee-owned PCs, the company claimed.

Key enhancements within VMware Horizon 6 include:

• Application Publishing and 3D Graphics Support
• Software-Defined Data Center Optimizations with VMware vSphere 6, VMware NSX, and VMware Virtual SAN™ 6 for Enhanced Security and Lower Costs
• New Features for U.S. Federal Government Customers: new features enable VMware Horizon 6 to assist customers with compliance to strict security and privacy standards of the U.S. Federal Government.

VMware Horizon for Linux Early Access Program

VMware also announced today an early access program for its VMware Horizon for Linux virtual desktop solution. VMware is expanding its virtual desktop capabilities to include support for Red Hat and Ubuntu based Linux desktops.

Availability and Pricing

The new release of VMware Horizon 6 is expected to be generally available this week.