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Comparing Windows 365 vs. Azure Virtual Desktop
While Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 both offer a virtual desktop service from Microsoft, major differences exist between an AVD machine and a Windows 365 Cloud PC.
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What are the pros and cons of DaaS?
Desktop as a service stands out for its scalability, but IT admins should also keep factors such as customizability in mind when considering their desktop virtualization options.
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Microsoft brings Windows 365 Cloud PC closer to Windows 11
Microsoft will make Windows 365 more like a local install of Windows by letting employees work offline and switch between their local desktops and Cloud PC.
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Windows 365 security features for IT admins to know
Like any technology that supports end-user PCs, Windows 365 environments need properly configured security controls. IT must learn how to support these Cloud PCs before deployment.
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Cloud-hosted virtual desktop and application strategy
A Windows Virtual Desktop overview for customers
WVD brings distinct advantages to the table, with a few caveats. Find out how WVD stacks up compared to the market.
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Virtual desktop infrastructure and architecture News
VMware, Dell integration aimed at IT admins
VMware's integration into Dell devices and services as part of the newly unveiled Unified Workspace product could be a boon for IT admins.
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Application virtualization and streaming Get Started
How to use Liquidware FlexApp for virtual app layering
The Liquidware FlexApp tool allows IT to manage virtual apps more effectively, including fewer master desktop images and pushing out updates to in-use layered virtual apps.
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Virtual desktop software and vendors Get Started
Understand and evaluate the user profile management system
Profile management tools can help admins keep tabs on user profiles and information as long as they properly evaluate the prospective platforms and the capabilities they can provide.
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Citrix virtual desktops News
Citrix to focus on digital workspace following acquisition
A private equity consortium acquiring Citrix will merge it with business intelligence vendor Tibco to add data analytics into Citrix Workspace. The deal is set to close this year.
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VMware Horizon sizing guide for Windows 10 environments
When an organization needs to deploy a VMware Horizon VDI environment with Windows 10 desktops, it must plan for and consider a massive range of factors.
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What are the key differences between DaaS and VPN?
VPN and DaaS can both give remote access to corporate resources, but they differ in key ways. IT admins should consider these factors when making the decision of DaaS vs. VPN.
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Comparing Windows 365 vs. Azure Virtual Desktop
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What are the pros and cons of DaaS?
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Features and pricing for Windows 365 Enterprise and Business
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Navigating VMware logs for troubleshooting
IT administrators who run a VMware deployment should familiarize themselves with the troubleshooting logs, how to find them and what they mean.
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Setting up and troubleshooting multiple thin client monitors
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Understanding the difference between thin and thick clients
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How to configure Remote Desktop in Windows Server 2008 R2 step by step
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How to address roaming profiles with GPOs
Organizations with virtual desktops should plan out their profile management strategy, and one key component is profile management. GPOs can help.
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Fixing VMware Horizon disk latency and other resource issues
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Azure Virtual Desktop requirements, customizations and more
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Why and when to use Windows Virtual Desktop
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E-Handbook | May 2019
When on-premises VDI deployments trump cloud applications
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Buyer's Handbook | February 2019
A guide to enterprise thin client systems
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E-Handbook | April 2018
How to use GPU for rendering graphics in VDI deployments
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E-Handbook | February 2018
What's new with desktop virtualization management?
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E-Handbook | July 2017
Come on down! The VDI price is finally right
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Virtual Desktop Basics
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device as a service (DaaS)
The device as a service (DaaS) model offers PCs, smartphones and other mobile computing devices as a paid service.
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Windows 365 security features for IT admins to know
Like any technology that supports end-user PCs, Windows 365 environments need properly configured security controls. IT must learn how to support these Cloud PCs before deployment.
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What is Windows 365 and what does it offer?
The Windows 365 Cloud PC subscription brings a new option to the desktop virtualization landscape, with some familiar traits and several key distinctions.
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Cloud-based desktops and DaaS
Microsoft brings Windows 365 Cloud PC closer to Windows 11
Microsoft will make Windows 365 more like a local install of Windows by letting employees work offline and switch between their local desktops and Cloud PC.
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Application delivery
Samsung extends VMware Horizon to second screen
People running VMware’s virtual desktop on Samsung’s smartphones and tablets can access Windows on both the device and an attached monitor to increase productivity.
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Citrix virtual desktops
Citrix to focus on digital workspace following acquisition
A private equity consortium acquiring Citrix will merge it with business intelligence vendor Tibco to add data analytics into Citrix Workspace. The deal is set to close this year.