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Faronics — on-premise or cloud
Faronics, founded in 1996 in Vancouver, makes software that manages, simplifies and secures multi-user computers, with over 10 million licences across more than 150 countries. Its products come in two models: self-hosted on-premise software, and the Faronics Cloud platform built on Deep Freeze Cloud. Pick one, or plan a move from one to the other.
OPTION 01 · SELF-HOSTED
Faronics On-Premise
Console and management server run inside your own network. Full control over where management traffic and data live.
- Best when — you have existing server infrastructure, or a restricted or segmented network
- Core products — Deep Freeze Enterprise, Standard, Server and Mac, with Faronics Core, Anti-Executable and Anti-Virus
- Also — Insight, WINSelect, Power Save, Data Igloo, Deep Freeze Cloud Connector
OPTION 02 · SaaS
Faronics Cloud
A web console hosted by Faronics. No management server to build or maintain: a lightweight Cloud Relay sits inside your network, and remote sites are managed from one place.
- Best when — you have distributed sites, a small IT team, or want a faster rollout
- Core services — Deep Freeze on Cloud, Software Updater, Anti-Executable, Anti-Virus & Anti-Malware
- Also — Desktop Lockdown & Kiosk Mode, Imaging, Usage Stats, Insight Cloud, Remote Connect, MDM add-on
On-premise vs cloud
A quick comparison. Product availability and licence terms are confirmed by ITTree at quote stage.
ASPECT
ON-PREMISE
CLOUD
Where it runs
Consoles and servers you host and maintain
Faronics-hosted SaaS, managed from a web browser
Infrastructure
A server or console machine that you build, patch and back up
No management server; a lightweight Cloud Relay in your network, and devices reach the console over the internet
Management
Enterprise Console and Faronics Core
One cloud console for all products
Best for
Campuses with existing infrastructure, segmented or restricted networks
Distributed sites, small IT teams, faster rollouts
Platforms
Windows endpoints and servers; Deep Freeze Mac and Power Save for Macs; Insight also covers Chromebook, iPad and Android
Windows and Mac, plus iOS, Android and Chromebook with the MDM add-on
Licensing
Per-device licences, terms confirmed at quote
Subscription plans (Basic, Premium, Ultimate) plus add-ons, terms confirmed at quote
Not sure which model fits?
Some estates run both during a transition. Tell us your sites, network constraints and team size and ITTree will recommend a path, including migration planning.
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