FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a screensaver?

Yes. However, a blank, static screensaver will provide the most efficient CPU and network bandwidth usage.

Security in Anyware Agents

Security Certificates in Anyware Agents

PCoIP requires a certificate to establish a session. By default, Anyware agents generate a self-signed certificate that secures the PCoIP session. Each component in the PCoIP system can generate these self-signed certificates, which will automatically work together without requiring any configuration.

Granting Microphone Access

Granting Microphone Access for the Anyware Client

The Software Client for macOS must be granted permission to access the microphone to ensure a seamless experience. Without this permission, you will not be able to use the microphone during the PCoIP Session.

Granting Local Network Access

Granting Local Network Access for the Anyware Client

The Software Client for macOS must be granted permission to access devices on the local network. If Software Client for macOS is not authorized, you cannot connect to an agent on the same network.

A/V Lock

A/V Lock

PCoIP Ultra A/V Lock provides improved video playback, reducing the difference in delays between the audio and video channels and smoothing frame playback on the client. This feature introduces a small lag in user interaction responsiveness when enabled. When audio is playing, the video frames will be delayed to align with the audio soundtrack.

PCoIP Performance Optimization

PCoIP Performance Optimization

If fine tuning of user experience is needed, PCoIP session parameters impacting frame rate, image quality and bandwidth may be tuned via the Group Policy Editor (Windows) or session configuration file (Linux or macOS) as described in the respective Anyware Agent Administrator Guides.