x2goclient ☆

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Description:
Remote desktop software

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 4.1.2.2@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: remote-desktop ssh x11 vnc networking

Install: brew install --cask x2goclient

About:
X2Go Client is a high-performance remote desktop tool that enables users to access graphical Linux desktop sessions over a secure SSH connection. It utilizes the NX technology protocol to provide a responsive and low-bandwidth user experience, even over slower network connections. This makes it an ideal solution for managing headless servers or accessing remote workstations with a full GUI.

Key Features:

Session resumption: Pause and resume sessions even after disconnecting.
SSH tunneling: All traffic is securely encrypted over SSH.
Audio support: Integrated audio input/output forwarding.
File sharing: Easy file transfer between local and remote machines.
Clipboard sharing: Seamlessly copy and paste between systems.

Use Cases:

Remotely administering headless Linux servers with a GUI.
Accessing a powerful cloud workstation from a low-spec laptop.
Collaborating on graphical applications or development environments.

Alternatives:

VNC – VNC is a standard protocol but generally offers lower performance and responsiveness than X2Go's NX compression.
RDP – RDP is optimized for Windows environments, whereas X2Go is specifically designed for Linux/Unix systems.
NoMachine – NoMachine is a commercial product based on the same NX technology, offering a more polished UI and enterprise features.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 1:32pm	4.1.2.2	0	VERSION_BUMP	c77dd39a
Aug 29, 2025 8:54pm	4.1.2.2	0	VERSION_BUMP	558fd31a