By October 2025, support for Windows 10 is set to end, a situation that has prompted companies to rethink their digital workplace strategies to adopt more efficient, secure, and sustainable alternatives. In this context, Visual Cable and NComputing have announced a technology partnership that marks a key step towards modernizing the workspace.
The solution offered is LEAF OS, a lightweight operating system based on Linux, which is officially compatible with UDS Enterprise 4.0, the solution developed by Virtual Cable. Through this integration, businesses, educational institutions, and service providers can transform outdated computers into powerful Linux thin clients. These devices allow access to virtual desktops, virtualized applications, or remote machines managed by UDS Enterprise, deployed in on-premise, cloud, or hybrid infrastructures.
“This partnership with NComputing reflects our commitment to providing the most accessible, flexible, and sustainable alternative for workplace virtualization. With UDS Enterprise now integrated into LEAF OS, any organization can maximize the potential of its existing hardware and move towards a more efficient and future-ready working environment,” says Javier González, Technical Director of Virtual Cable.
A Sustainable Digital Workplace with Optimized Teams Performance
LEAF OS, a lightweight and secure operating system based on Linux, allows the transformation of old Windows computers and laptops into high-performance thin clients. By integrating with UDS Enterprise 4.0 and including optimization for Microsoft Teams, it provides a secure, centrally managed environment for easy access to both Windows and Linux virtual desktops and applications. This solution simplifies device management, reduces costs, enhances security, and extends the lifespan of equipment.
Key advantages include:
- Preinstalled UDS Enterprise 4.0 client for improved access.
- Support for Teams optimization.
- Compatibility with a wide range of USB peripherals (cameras, printers, storage, etc.).
- Multi-monitor support with independent screen rotation.
- Centralized remote management via PMC Endpoint Manager.
“Our collaboration with Virtual Cable allows organizations to get the most out of their investment in Windows 10,” says Richard Sah, CTO of NComputing. “This joint solution improves performance, enhances security, and reduces total cost of ownership, providing a key alternative for devices that are not compatible with Windows 11.” Ultimately, with the end of support for Windows 10, many organizations are forced to upgrade their equipment to adapt to more demanding operating systems like Windows 11. The integration of solutions from Virtual Cable and NComputing offers a much more affordable, sustainable, and efficient way to implement a digital workplace, extending the lifespan of devices and significantly reducing both costs and environmental impact.