With the release of Thunderbolt Share, a new software programme from Intel, customers will be able to communicate with two PCs in a completely new way. For more adaptable and efficient workflows, Thunderbolt Share is available with a selection of PCs and accessories that have Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 ports. This feature allows for responsive screen sharing and quick file transfers between PCs.
Announcing Thunderbolt Share
- The way users engage with two PCs is radically changed by Thunderbolt Share, which unlocks incredibly fast PC-to-PC communication experiences.
- Gives customers a quick, simple, and effective method to use two PCs for additional tasks by enabling safe screen, keyboard, and mouse sharing as well as fast file and storage sharing thanks to Thunderbolt technology.
- They are licencing a software programme called Thunderbolt Share to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to add value to their new PCs and Thunderbolt accessories.
Intel is thrilled to maintain its position as the industry leader in connectivity solutions thanks to Thunderbolt technology. Thunderbolt Share fulfils Intel’s goal of introducing cutting-edge products to the market and offering consumers fresh ways to maximise the potential of their PCs. Users can now easily connect to several PCs at Thunderbolt technology speeds. Users’ ability to be more effective and productive is genuinely altered by it.
Why It Is Important:
With Thunderbolt Share, users may easily and quickly communicate with two PCs thanks to the special Thunderbolt networking feature. This is a useful solution for people who use multiple PCs.
With multi-PC workflows, simple colleague collaboration, and the ability to share preferred peripherals, creators and gamers will experience increased productivity. With shared monitors and the ability to maximise workspaces with several PCs, consumers and business professionals will benefit from improved ergonomics. With its high bandwidth and low latency, Thunderbolt technology can provide these features to users with the quality and experience they expect.
The Benefits of Thunderbolt Share, compatible with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 PCs running Windows, makes use of the high bandwidth and low latency of Thunderbolt technology to offer:
A smooth visual experience is powered by ultra-responsive mouse and keyboard control and smooth, uncompressed screen-sharing between PCs. Quick file transfers between two PCs using straightforward drag and drop, fast file migration from an outdated PC to a modern one, and folder synchronisation. Simple user cooperation when exchanging huge files.
Assistance via a Thunderbolt device having numerous ports, like a Thunderbolt dock or display, or via a direct connection between PCs. Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and cloud network performance are unaffected by a private and encrypted connection.
Regarding Thunderbolt
Thunderbolt technology is one of the top wired connectivity options for PCs and peripherals, with widespread recognition. Hundreds of millions of PCs and accessories now, including all Intel Evo Edition and Intel vPro laptops, have Thunderbolt technology, which has swiftly become a standard feature in the PC market.
By utilising Thunderbolt Share, PC users can enhance the connectivity experiences that products certified by Thunderbolt are intended to provide.
Worth in Each and Every PC Sector
Creator
With shared application access and high-speed storage, multiPC workflows may be more productive and collaborative.
Gamer
Sharing favoured accessories that are ideal for gaming, streaming, and personal use is convenient.
Consumer
By sharing larger screens between PCs at home for work or school without unplugging wires, you can benefit from improved ergonomics.
Business
In mixed network scenarios, maximise workspaces by utilising numerous PCs to safely share peripherals.
Benefits of Thunderbolt Share
- Using conventional Thunderbolt connections, ultralow latency and great bandwidth are achieved in an incredibly fast connection.
- Quick PC-to-PC connectivity to safely share a keyboard, mouse, screen, and storage
- Use Thunderbolt to sync folders or drag and drop files across PCs.
- Efficiently move files and data from an outdated computer to a new one
- SMB and commercial-friendly hardware-based security
- Available with a few new Thunderbolt-capable PCs and peripherals, and compatible with all Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 Windows OS devices
Security and Privacy of Thunderbolt Share
- Peer-to-peer wired connectivity offers increased security and privacy.
- Data Protection Using Intel VT-d Basis
- Limiting sensitive operations to local access only and using Windows password-locked screens for user access control
- Exclusive to the Thunderbolt Network only connection
- Protection of the network level using Windows’ built-in the firewall or another firewall
- Implementing Windows Group Policy for Enterprise-Level Access Control
Equipment Set-up
- A Windows PC or Thunderbolt accessory with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 ports that has an OEM licence for Thunderbolt Share is required in order to use Thunderbolt Share.
- To begin sharing, a user can download the application on a Windows PC licenced for Thunderbolt Share and any other Windows PC having Thunderbolt 4 or 5 ports.
- When a customer buys an accessory licenced for Thunderbolt Share, they can download the programme to any two Windows PCs having Thunderbolt 4 or 5 ports, then begin sharing the connection with the device.
Thunderbolt Share licencing is required for at least one PC or Thunderbolt accessory connected to the device.
Future Plans
In the latter part of 2024, a limited number of PCs and accessories will support Thunderbolt Share. Acer, MSI, Razer, Kensington, Promise, Plugable, OWC, Lenovo, and other firms should all be on the lookout for impending announcements.
