WinConn

Spec sheet

Purpose

WinConn manages and integrates remote Windows applications into the Ubuntu Linux desktop, displaying each application in its own window.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Support

The project page links to WinConn support and bug tracking on Launchpad.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

License

WinConn is licensed under GNU General Public License v3.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Desktop integration

It can create desktop launchers, add remote applications to the Unity menu, and provide an application indicator for launching apps.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Development support

The maker's page says WinConn development is supported by Synapse Ideas.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Host requirements

The page lists Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP1 or later, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 as supported RemoteApp server versions.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Imports

It can import profiles created in Remmina and remote applications packaged in RDP files.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Installation

The page provides Ubuntu installation commands using the realender/winconn PPA and apt-get.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Known limitation

Clipboard redirection currently does not work.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Package versions

The page says packages were built for Ubuntu Precise (12.04) and Quantal (12.10).Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Profiles

Users can create and manage remote application profiles.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Redirection

Features include local folder access, local printer redirection, and remote sound redirection.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Supported platforms

Ubuntu LinuxRead 22 Sep 2026 · stanev.org

Technology

It uses RemoteApp technology implemented by the FreeRDP project.Read 5 Oct 2026 · stanev.org

Plans and prices

Every WinConn plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• Remote desktop software#128 of 1357.1