Facebook Pixel ITS - AppStreaming with VMware Horizon | Western Kentucky University

AppStreaming with VMware Horizon


Change the Way You Get Work Done

Get Started with WKU AppStreaming today

WKU Information Technology Services is pleased to offer app streaming services to the campus community. Anywhere at any time, from any mobile device/tablet/computer you already have, you can securely access the apps you need for school without having to purchase, download, nor install them. They are always available, ready within moments of logging in.

Get Started

An illustration of a phone, tablet, and computer with the same application.

 

Getting Started

Visit appstream.wku.edu, where you can install the Horizon app or use your device’s web browser.

Please note:
• A reliable internet connection is needed.
• The app offers better performance and features.
• Browsers have limited support for saving content to your device.
• Both methods take ~60 seconds for applications to start.

VMware Logo
VMware Horizon Logo

 

Available Software

AppStreaming offers instant access to popular apps like ArcGIS, IBM SPSS, Microsoft Office, as well as many others for departments and classes.

New apps may be requested. ITS will determine if the app is properly licensed for AppStreaming.

View All Applications   Request New Software

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Accessing AppStreaming

Instructions for accessing and using the AppStreaming service.

Connecting to OneDrive in Office Apps in AppStreaming

Instructions for connecting to and saving Office documents in OneDrive while using the AppStreaming service.

Horizon Client Download Links

Links for downloading installers for the Horizon app across various platforms/devices.

Receiving Connection Server Error

Instructions for disconnecting and re-authenticating to Horizon app streaming when a connection error appears.

Saving Work With AppStreaming

Instructions for saving work within an AppStreaming application.

System Requirements for AppStreaming

Information about supported devices/platforms for accessing AppStreaming.

Transferring Files and Text

Information and instructions for the various methods of transferring files and text between a host device and a remotely streamed app using VMware Horizon AppStreaming.

User Guides for AppStreaming

Information about AppStreaming support documentation for VMware Horizon.

 

 




Need Assistance?

The WKU ITS Service Desk is here to help. Give us a call, chat with a representative online, use the Self-Help Knowledge Base and more.

Get Help



Some of the links on this page may require additional software to view.

 Last Modified 8/5/24