KasmVNC

KasmVNC delivers a full Linux desktop environment directly in the browser using WebAssembly-based streaming. It provides students and researchers with access to GUI applications, development tools, and scientific software that requires a desktop environment, all without installing anything on the client device.

Key Features

• Full desktop in browser: Stream a complete Linux desktop (XFCE) with near-native performance.
• GPU acceleration: WebGL support for 3D visualization and GPU-accelerated applications.
• Pre-configured workspaces: Desktop images pre-loaded with scientific tools and IDEs.
• Clipboard and file transfer: Bidirectional clipboard and file upload/download between client and desktop.
• Audio support: Stream audio from the remote desktop to the browser.

Integration with openDesk Edu

KasmVNC is part of the Collab Services suite and deploys via its upstream Helm chart (registry.kasmweb.com). It authenticates through Keycloak using an oauth2-proxy sidecar and is accessible at desktop.* under the institution's wildcard DNS.

Learn More

• Official Documentation — KasmVNC docs and resources