Linux Terminal Server Project

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Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP) is an add-on package for Linux that allows many people to simultaneously use the same computer. Applications run on the server with a terminal known as a thin client handling input and output. These thin clients are also known as X Terminals. Generally, they are low-powered, lack a hard disk and are quieter than desktop computers.

This technology is becoming popular in schools as it allows pupils access to computers without purchasing expensive desktop machines. Some examples of a distributions using LTSP are K12LTSP, Skolelinux, AbulEdu, Edubuntu and Deworks.

The founder and project leader of LTSP is Jim McQuillan.

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