AppStream 2.0

aws/euc aws/service

💡 Definition

Amazon AppStream 2.0 is a fully managed application streaming service. You centrally manage your desktop applications on AppStream 2.0 and securely deliver them to any computer.

🔑 Key Concepts

Application Streaming: Streams specific applications, not necessarily a full desktop.
Non-Persistent: Each session starts fresh. Users don't "save" their desktop state (files are saved to storage like S3 or Google Drive).
Browser Access: Users access apps via a web browser (HTML5).

⚙️ How it Works

You create an image with your applications installed. Users log in via a browser and stream the application UI. The app runs on AWS compute.

🎯 Use Cases

SaaS-ifying Legacy Apps: Delivering a Windows desktop app to users via a browser without rewriting it.
Labs/Classrooms: Providing specific software for a class session.
Trial Software: Letting users demo software without installing it.

💰 Pricing Model

Fleet: Charged per hour for the streaming instances.
User Fee: Small monthly fee per user.

📝 Exam Tips (CLF-C02)

"Stream applications to a browser".
Non-persistent.
Good for delivering specific apps to any device.

See Also: * WorkSpaces (Full persistent desktop)