Simplifying system security while maintaining strong protection is more crucial than ever. This is where IGEL OS comes in, offering a security-driven, lightweight solution designed for organizations looking to balance robust protection with streamlined management.
Here’s how IGEL’s Preventative Security Model™ makes endpoint management easier, safer and more efficient for businesses everywhere.
Preventative Security: Staying Ahead of the Game
The old “monitor, detect, remediate” model is not enough anymore. Proactive security is crucial, and that’s exactly what IGEL delivers. The Preventative Security Model™ ensures endpoints are secure from the start, reducing the need for constant monitoring and crisis management.
IGEL OS uses a chain-of-trust model, meaning that if any point in the security chain is compromised, the system shuts down immediately. This offers robust protection for devices. With no local data stored on the endpoints, the risk of data breaches is significantly lowered.
In addition, IGEL’s integration with Single Sign-On (SSO) methods like Microsoft’s Entra ID, Okta, PingOne, Omnissa Workspace One makes logging in and getting started easy and secure, providing users with smooth access while maintaining a high level of security.
Where IGEL OS Shines
Flexibility at the endpoints is essential in delivering a high-quality end user experience, and that’s why IGEL OS is ideal for a variety of environments. Whether running Windows 11, managing hybrid work setups or focusing on sustainability, IGEL covers it all.
The OS is small (just 1.3 to 1.4 GB), and combined with its compute requirements, it’s perfect for running on older hardware, maximising the tech already in place without the need for costly physical upgrades.
From a security perspective, IGEL integrates seamlessly with modern frameworks like Zero Trust, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Unified Endpoint Management (UEM). Whether connecting through Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) or delivering local applications, IGEL ensures endpoints are protected and adaptable to evolving needs.
Flexibility with a Modular Design
IGEL OS is modular by design, this allows for the addition of only the necessary applications you want on the endpoints, making the management and update process much more efficient. Because the OS is already secure and lightweight, there’s no need for additional software to monitor or manage endpoints, reducing complexity and costs.
The usual headaches of “Patch Tuesdays” and other maintenance activities become a thing of the past. With fewer disruptions and smoother updates, IT teams can focus on strategic work without being bogged down by endless patching and monitoring.
Universal Management Suite (UMS): Simplified Management
Managing a large fleet of devices doesn’t have to be complicated. IGEL’s Universal Management Suite (UMS) is a powerful tool for IT admins. From this single platform, it’s possible to manage devices on-premises or in the cloud, scaling up to hundreds of thousands of endpoints without breaking a sweat.
UMS provides full control over remote configuration, updates and device management, allowing for efficient deployment of security patches and new applications. Regular updates keep systems secure, while giving administrators the flexibility to push changes without major disruptions to end users.
Cloud-Ready Integrations
A notable feature for businesses with shift workers is IGEL’s support for Frontline Worker licensing, allowing multiple employees to share a single license—an ideal solution for industries such as retail or healthcare.
IGEL’s cloud services, including the Onboarding Service, simplify deployment. A device can be set up and ready to go with just an email address, eliminating the lengthy setup processes typical of many traditional systems.
Ensuring that technology integrates seamlessly is critical. IGEL OS pairs effortlessly with multiple Cloud-Ready solutions providing easy access to the cloud for teams.
- Microsoft Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), where IGEL OS is also the only non-windows OS that provides supported seamless SSO access for AVD through Imprivata OneSign
- Citrix Workspace: IGEL OS supports Citrix Workspace App, providing secure access to virtual applications and desktops. This integration includes optimization for Microsoft Teams on Linux, enhancing collaboration and communication
- Omnissa Horizon: IGEL OS integrates with Omnissa Horizon, enabling secure access to virtual desktops and applications. This integration ensures high performance and reliability for end-user
- Amazon WorkSpaces: IGEL OS integrates with Amazon WorkSpaces to provide a secure, end-to-end solution for virtual desktops. This integration helps reduce the attack surface with a read-only, minimal Linux solution and ensures a seamless user experience
In addition to the Cloud-ready integrations, IGEL OS can run multiple services at once, as well as locally hosted applications. These include multiple public browsers, enterprise browsers and Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and a lot more from the IGEL App Portal.
IGEL OS: Ready for the Future
With security threats evolving rapidly, having a solution that stays ahead of the curve is essential. IGEL OS’s Preventative Security Model™ ensures that endpoints remain secure, allowing IT teams to focus on innovation rather than putting out fires.
IGEL’s modular, security-first design, along with its seamless integrations, makes it a top choice for organizations looking to secure their data while scaling efficiently. This approach transforms endpoint management and provides a foundation for growth, security and streamlined operations.
In conclusion, IGEL OS does not just manage endpoints—it transforms how security and operations are handled. By adopting the Preventative Security Model™, organizations can enhance their security, simplify IT management, and focus on what really matters—business growth.
Interested in trying out IGEL OS out for yourself? Contact us today or download our eBook “Rethink Your Endpoint Strategy: Essential Insights for Navigating Windows 10 End of Life.”
