Cloud Windows PC
Streaming a full Windows PC with an NVIDIA GPU from a data center, such as Shadow.
General method, not tested with each app
A cloud PC is a remote Windows machine you stream to your own device. Shadow says it is a full Windows PC where you can install and use your regular Windows apps, with NVIDIA RTX class GPUs. This is a general method. Unless a record says otherwise, no source has tested the specific app on it.
- Shadow plans start at 33.99 EUR a month (39.99 EUR after six months), billed per month with no commitment.
- Shadow lists apps for Windows, Linux and Apple computers, smartphones, tablets and any browser.
- You still need a license for the app you install.
Used on: Linux, iPad, Android, Chromebook
General setup steps
- Choose a Shadow PC plan on Shadow's offers page. (Shadow)
- Wait for the activation email. You can log in once your Shadow PC is activated. (Shadow support)
- Log in to your Shadow account page, open the Downloads tab and download the Shadow PC app for your device. (Shadow support)
- Open the Shadow PC app, click Log In and sign in with your email and password or single sign-on. (Shadow support)
Each record adds the app-specific steps.
Apps checked with Cloud Windows PC
| App and platform | Result | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Affinity Photo on Linux | Works | - |
| Blender on iPad | Works | - |
| Blender on Chromebook | Not verified | - |
| Capture One on Linux | Works | - |
| Clip Studio Paint on Linux | Works | - |
| Lightroom on Linux | Works | - |
| Photoshop on Linux | Works | - |
| Premiere Pro on Linux | Works | - |