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Wyse Launches New Class Of Virtual Clients Delivering Triple Play: Page 2 of 4

The Wyse C class is also one of the first to meet the ENERGY STAR Version 5.0 specification, demonstrating that it is among the most energy-efficient in its category. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The ultra low-power consumption clients draw just under 7 watts of power and generate very little heat. As a result, each C class client contributes to cooler working environments, greatly reduced carbon footprints, and huge savings in energy costs when compared to equivalent PC desktops. Furthermore, a C class deployment will improve server capacity using collaborative video processing, in conjunction with the Wyse TCX software.

"We value Wyse Technology's contribution to cutting carbon and fighting climate change as an ENERGY STAR partner," said Kathleen Hogan, Director of the EPA's Climate Protection Partnerships Division. "If all computers sold in the U.S. met ENERGY STAR requirements, Americans would save $2 billion each year in energy costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from nearly 3 million vehicles."

"Today's businesses are looking for computing solutions that combine compactness, lower TCO, and improve energy efficiency; all without compromising power and productivity," according to Bob O'Donnell, Vice President at IDC. "Companies looking to do desktop virtualization need the full capabilities of traditional PCs in their thin clients, particularly when it comes to media playback and graphics performance."

"Using VMware View in conjunction with the new Wyse C-class thin clients will help our customers further lower desktop TCO and deliver a strong user experience, including rich peripheral support," said Patrick Harr, vice president, product marketing, Desktop Business Unit, VMware. "Wyse is a strong partner and we are excited to see continued innovation that drives adoption of virtual desktop environments."

"Wyse is enabling our joint customers to make the most of their Citrix solutions and enable a high-definition user experience," said Calvin Hsu, director of product marketing, XenDesktop product group at Citrix Systems. "The C class is perfectly suited to enable customers to take full advantage of Citrix HDX Technology and deliver a complete Windows desktop experience."