Smarter workstation planning

One PC.
Multiple users.
More possibilities.

Explore ASTER multi-seat software: a way for multiple people to work simultaneously on one suitable Windows computer, each with their own monitor and input devices.

Discuss your setup → See how it works

ASTER software solutions • Presented by Nethan Creations, Sri Lanka

Illustrative multi-seat workstation concept — not an actual ASTER screenshot.
✓Independent user workstations
✓Use compatible existing hardware
✓Plan the right setup before investing
What is ASTER?

Turn one powerful computer into multiple independent workstations.

ASTER is multi-seat software that can allow several people to use one compatible Windows computer at the same time. Each user works from their own monitor, keyboard and mouse, with a separate workstation session configured through the software.

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One host computer

A suitably specified PC or tower server provides the shared computing resources.

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Multiple user seats

Each workstation gets its own assigned display and input devices, subject to supported hardware and licensing.

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Configured for your work

We help assess user numbers, applications, peripherals, system capacity and the right ASTER licence arrangement.

Why consider ASTER?

Make your computer resources work smarter.

For organisations that need more than one workstation, ASTER may offer an alternative to purchasing a separate full computer for every user. The best result depends on your workloads, hardware and licensing.

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Multiple workstations

Let several users work at the same time from one suitable host PC, with separate displays and input devices.

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Plan hardware costs

Evaluate whether a multi-seat configuration can reduce total equipment costs for your particular environment.

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Less desktop clutter

Fewer individual system units may free up desk space and simplify the physical layout.

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Central host PC

Keep core computing resources in one host system while assigning supported devices to each workstation.

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Practical deployment

Review your user count, applications, peripherals and room layout before selecting a configuration.

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Guided setup

Get help planning a suitable setup, checking compatibility and understanding the installation process.

Financial benefits

Get more value from your IT budget.

A well-planned multi-seat solution can help organisations make more efficient use of their computing budget. Actual savings depend on the number of users, required performance, licences, peripherals, electricity and support costs.

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Potentially lower hardware spend

Compare one appropriately configured host with buying and maintaining a separate full PC for every user.

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Power-use planning

Fewer separate system units may reduce total power demand in some deployments. Measure your actual workload and equipment.

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Less physical equipment

Reduce the number of desktop towers to place, cable, store and maintain where the setup is suitable.

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Centralised maintenance

Concentrating computing resources can make hardware servicing and upgrades easier to organise.

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Space efficiency

Use desk and floor space more effectively in training rooms, offices and shared work areas.

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Plan total cost of ownership

We can help you compare host hardware, ASTER licences, monitors, peripherals, power and ongoing support before you invest.

Note: Cost reductions are potential outcomes, not guaranteed savings. The correct configuration must meet performance, security, licensing and operational requirements.

Simple concept

How multi-user computing works

ASTER creates separate workstations on a supported Windows host. Each station uses assigned hardware and shares the host computer's available resources.

STEP 01

Assess the host PC

Check CPU, RAM, graphics outputs, storage and the applications users need.

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Connect devices

Connect compatible monitors, keyboards, mice and other required peripherals.

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Configure ASTER

Install and activate the software, then assign devices to each workstation.

STEP 04

Test every seat

Confirm users can sign in and run their required applications smoothly.

WORKSTATION 01Monitor + keyboard + mouse
WORKSTATION 02Monitor + keyboard + mouse
WORKSTATION 03Monitor + keyboard + mouse
WORKSTATION 04Monitor + keyboard + mouse
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ONE HOST PCWindows + ASTER software
Built by Nethan Creations

ASTER systems and custom multiuser tower servers.

We plan and assemble multiuser tower-server solutions around your organisation's real workload—from everyday office applications to larger shared computer rooms. Every build is assessed for the expected number of seats and the applications users need.

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Multiuser tower servers

Purpose-planned tower systems with suitable CPU, memory, storage and expansion options for a multi-seat environment.

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Workstation and display planning

Help choosing the number of seats, graphics capability, monitor connections, keyboards, mice and other peripherals.

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Installation and configuration

ASTER installation, workstation assignment, activation guidance and testing against your intended applications.

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Deployment support

Practical guidance for rollout planning, documentation, troubleshooting and future expansion.

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Education and office solutions

Design options for computer labs, training centres, offices and other compatible shared computing environments.

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Needs-based recommendations

We recommend a configuration only after reviewing your user count, software, reliability needs and budget.

Where it may fit

Built around real-world workspaces.

Suitability should be confirmed for the applications, user count and hardware in each environment.

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Schools & training centres

Explore multi-seat layouts for learning labs and supervised computer training.

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Office teams

Consider shared-host workstations for compatible office and administration tasks.

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Small businesses

Plan computing resources for teams that need several separate desktop sessions.

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Libraries & public access

Assess whether a multi-seat configuration suits supervised access environments.

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Computer labs

Review monitor connections, peripherals and workload before setting up multiple seats.

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Home & shared spaces

Explore separate workstation sessions for compatible personal and productivity uses.

Solutions for government organisations

Make shared computing resources work harder.

For suitable government departments and public-sector offices, multi-seat computing can be one option to evaluate when planning computer rooms, administrative workspaces and training facilities.

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Budget-conscious procurement

Compare multi-seat configurations with traditional one-PC-per-user purchasing.

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Efficient use of office space

Potentially reduce the number of individual system units and simplify desk layouts.

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Standardised deployment

Plan repeatable workstation configurations and documented setup procedures.

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Training and computer rooms

Evaluate multi-seat systems for suitable training, learning and administrative workloads.

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Support and lifecycle planning

Organise maintenance and upgrades around a reviewed host-system design.

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Security-first assessment

Confirm access control, data separation, network policies, software licensing and procurement requirements before deployment.

Government suitability depends on each organisation's security policy, procurement rules, application requirements and technical approval. ASTER should be assessed—not assumed suitable—for every environment.

Our project experience

Multi-seat deployments delivered in Sri Lanka.

Nethan Creations has experience supporting ASTER key installations for institutional environments. The project details below are based on our supplied project records.

Defence sector
100 keys

Army Headquarters, Sri Lanka

Successfully installed 100 ASTER keys for the Army Headquarters project, as reported by Nethan Creations.

Law enforcement
49 keys

Sri Lanka Police — Special Branch

Successfully installed 49 ASTER keys for the Sri Lanka Police Special Branch project, as reported by Nethan Creations.

Project figures refer to ASTER keys as provided by Nethan Creations; they should not be interpreted as a verified count of simultaneous active workstations. Public-sector project references are presented without confidential operational details.

Watch and learn

ASTER setup videos

Use these video guides as a starting point to understand the multiseat concept and setup workflow.

Quick Start of Multiseat Software ASTER

Introductory video about starting with ASTER multi-seat software.

Single CPU, Multiple Users

Overview of the idea of multiple workstations served by one host computer.

Before you deploy

Get the configuration right.

A short technical review helps avoid compatibility surprises and sets realistic expectations.

  • Number of users and intended applications
  • CPU, RAM, storage and graphics performance
  • Available video outputs and supported monitor count
  • Keyboard, mouse, audio and printer requirements
  • Windows version and ASTER compatibility
  • Licence type, number of workplaces and support needs
Nethan Creations • Sri Lanka

Let's plan your ASTER workstation setup.

From custom multiuser tower servers to ASTER installation and deployment guidance, tell us how many users you need to support and what applications they use. We will help assess a suitable configuration.

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