thinlinc-client ☆
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Description:
Linux remote desktop server
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.21.0_4588@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @CendioAB  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: remote-desktop linux vnc x11 terminal-server cendio
Install: brew install --cask thinlinc-client
About:
ThinLinc is a high-performance remote desktop server for Linux, enabling secure access to Linux desktops and applications from any device. It is optimized for low-bandwidth environments and provides a seamless user experience comparable to local desktops. The solution is designed for enterprise and educational deployments requiring centralized Linux desktop management.
Key Features:
  • Cross-platform client access (Windows, macOS, Linux, web)
  • Adaptive compression for low-bandwidth performance
  • Centralized session management and load balancing
  • Hardware acceleration and GPU support
  • Enterprise-grade security with TLS encryption
Use Cases:
  • Providing remote Linux desktop access for developers and engineers
  • Enabling educational labs with centralized Linux environments
  • Deploying graphical applications to remote workers
Alternatives:
  • x2go – Similar open-source Linux remote desktop, uses NX protocol
  • NoMachine – Commercial alternative with similar performance goals
  • VNC – More basic protocol, generally higher bandwidth usage
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 21, 2026 1:50pm 4.21.0_4588 0 VERSION_BUMP 671e994f
Jan 10, 2026 11:41am 4.20.0_4284 0 VERSION_BUMP 26d68759
Jul 11, 2024 1:42am 4.17.0_3543 0 VERSION_BUMP 8e187032
Nov 4, 2023 2:46pm 4.15.0_3258 0 VERSION_BUMP 5404ae6e
Dec 31, 2022 1:44pm 4.14.0_2324 0 VERSION_BUMP 8ebaea56
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