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New Enterprise Desktop E-book
Trends such as desktop and application virtualization, mobile device use in the enterprise, and Software as a Service are changing how IT professionals must think about traditional desktop configuration and management. The New Enterprise Desktop E-bo... E-Book
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Selecting a VDI performance measurement and management tool
Getting the best performance from your VDI requires thorough measurement, testing and validation. The proper tool can help you get started. E-Book
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Dealing with the VDI bandwidth dilemma
Limited bandwidth is the archenemy of a successful VDI. But before you turn to bandwidth optimization tools, make sure to calculate the amount of bandwidth you have -- and need. E-Book
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Calculating the return on investment from VDI
Achieving ROI from a VDI implementation requires a well-thought out design, architecture and deployment plan. Checklist
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Microsoft follows virtualization from the server to the desktop
Microsoft's Dave Greschler says that value-added resellers need to be ready for desktop virtualization, following mobile users rather than worrying about possible cost benefits. Q&A
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What you need to know about Citrix XenDesktop 4
A relatively complete product, XenDesktop 4 may be the VDI platform for you. Find out what it offers and if it's a good fit for your enterprise. Fast Guide
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Software Assurance: Windows licensing everyone loves to hate
Software Assurance can be problematic for enterprises on a budget since it requires companies to prepay a percentage of their license price for upgrade rights to a future release. Fast Guide
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Overcome Bandwidth Limitations for VDI Success
The virtual desktop ecosystem is vast. A successful VDI implementation means finding the right balance of protocols, bandwidth and third-party management tools. E-Book
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Top virtualization holiday content
The year ahead looks to be a big one for virtualization. Prepare yourself with our top holiday tips and articles. IT Spotlight
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Choosing a vendor-neutral connection broker
Administrators looking for flexibility in multiple hypervisor VDI environments need to turn to vendors with neutral connection brokers Fast Guide
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VMware shops using View 5 for BYOD realize VDI challenges
Desktop virtualization and BYOD go hand-in-hand. But both are cultural changes and VMware View has its share of challenges, starting with the profile management feature. News | 25 Jan 2012
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Mobile virtualization is here, but limitations may hinder adoption
There's no question surrounding the viability of desktop virtualization, but that isn't the case with mobile virtualization. IT pros wonder whether the technology has a place in the enterprise. News | 20 Jan 2012
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Diebold turns ATMs into VDI clients
ATMs hold data and software that can be compromised by sophisticated criminals. Diebold will blunt threats by transforming ATMs into VDI-based zero clients. News | 03 Jan 2012
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Virtual desktops in 2012: It's all about the apps
In 2012, VDI will be just one way to deliver desktops. IT pros will use various forms of desktop virtualization to deliver enterprise apps to mobile end users. News | 22 Dec 2011
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IT pros reject big storage for newcomers
Many IT pros find that legacy storage isn't right for virtual desktops. Here, three companies explain the alternatives they chose to improve performance and lower storage costs. News | 13 Dec 2011
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Virtual desktop adoption in 2012 to continue slow pickup
Virtual desktop adoption remains slow and low and some IT managers in Windows shops say they aren't interested in the technology at all. Web-based applications are partly to blame. News | 29 Nov 2011
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Citrix aims for VDI cost cuts with App-DNA, HDX on a chip
To broaden VDI adoption, Citrix must reduce the cost of VDI. With its App-DNA acquisition and other advances, it's closer to achieving this goal. News | 26 Oct 2011
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Small IT shops get VDI-in-a-box with refreshed Citrix Kaviza
Citrix XenDesktop costs too much for the average SMB, but the company's newly branded and refreshed Kaviza's VDI-in-a-box offers these shops a good option. News | 24 Oct 2011
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VMware to support hardware accelerated graphics in View 5
IT pros that deliver VMware View virtual desktops can expand their VDI environment to power users once View supports NVIDIA 3D graphics. News | 19 Oct 2011
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HP launches new zero client amid PC division turmoil
HP offers no assurances that it will keep its PC division or continue to provide service to customers. Despite this uncertainty, the company launched its new zero client. News | 05 Oct 2011
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How virtual desktops enhance a virtualization disaster recovery strategy
When disaster strikes a virtual infrastructure, it's a mad dash to get apps back on track. But with virtual desktops in your DR strategy, you won't be out of breath. Tip
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VMware vSphere Storage Appliance could lower the cost of small VDI
Using the vSphere Storage Appliance with VMware View could help small VDI implementations save money up front and make it easier to grow. Tip
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Weighing cloud-hosted virtual desktops vs. VDI
IT pros don't trust public cloud services, but the benefits of outsourcing virtualized desktops to a cloud provider may outweigh the risks. Tip
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Quest vWorkspace 7.5 plus Hyper-V: Worthy competitor to VMware, Citrix
The latest version of Quest vWorkspace includes Hyper-V Catalyst Components, which optimize memory and disk I/O to boost virtual desktop performance. Tip
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Remote Desktop Services in a mobile world: Security, supportability
Using Remote Desktop Services to access virtual desktops from mobile devices presents a whole new set of issues, including security and supportability concerns. Tip
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How to create mobile security policies
While you can't avoid all mobile security risks, best practices and the right security software helps. Use these best practices to mitigate your company's mobile security risks. Tip
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Application whitelisting for virtual desktops
Citrix and other virtual desktop vendors now support User Installed Applications. IT can prevent UIA from running amuck using these strategies and application whitelisting tools. Tip
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IGEL thin clients provide HP, Wyse alternative
IGEL thin clients support nearly every major desktop virtualization product and remote desktop protocol, providing an alternative to HP and Wyse. Column
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The truth about Citrix HDX and WAN acceleration in XenDesktop 5.5
Citrix built WAN acceleration into HDX to improve performance and lower the cost of XenDesktop 5.5. But does this mean VDI shops can eliminate third-party WAN accelerators? Tip
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Top 10 desktop virtualization news and tips of 2011
Desktop virtualization grew up in 2011 and SearchVirtualDesktop.com was there to capture all the moments. Here's a countdown of the year's top 10 news stories and tips. Tip
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corporate VM (corporate virtual machine)
A corporate VM (corporate virtual machine) is a virtual computing environment (VM) that is allocated to an end user for business use. Definition
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Windows XP Mode
Windows XP Mode is a feature of the Windows 7 operating system that allows it to run applications that are only compatible with Windows XP. Definition
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user installed application (UIA)
User installed applications (UIA) are programs that are installed on a computer by an end user, instead of by a corporate IT department. Definition
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Citrix XenApp
Citrix XenApp is a product that extends Microsoft Remote Desktop Session Host desktop sessions and applications to users via the Citrix HDX protocol. Definition
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Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is an umbrella term for several specific features of Microsoft Windows Server that allow users to remotely access graphical desktops and Windows applications. Definition
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app virtualization (application virtualization)
App virtualization (application virtualization) is the separation of an installation of an application from the client computer that is accessing it. Definition
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streaming application
A streaming application is a program that has its necessary components downloaded as needed instead of being installed ahead of time on a computer. Definition
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desktop layering
Desktop layering is a method of dividing a disk image into logical parts that can be managed individually. Definition
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client-based virtual machine
A client-based virtual machine is an instance of an operating system that is managed centrally on a server and executed locally on a client device. Definition
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Chrome Remote Desktop
Chrome Remote Desktop is an extension of the Google Chrome browser that allows a user to remotely see and control another user's desktop through the browser window. Definition
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VDI storage tips and tools
In this podcast, TechTarget editor Bridget Botelho and IT expert Todd Knapp discuss the current state of virtual desktop storage tools, why organizations should use them and more. Podcast
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VDI in 2011: Applications, client hypervisors and Windows 7
VDI experts Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth sit with senior site editor Bridget Botelho to discuss hot technologies for 2011, hurdles to desktop virtualization adoption and new trends. Video
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Desktop virtualization decision-making tips
Thinking about desktop virtualization? This podcast on desktop virtualization software and implementation decision-making tips can help you prepare. Podcast
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Cloud computing and desktop virtualization: A Q&A with Mark Minasi
Listen to Mark Minasi, the popular author, speaker and Windows expert give his views on cloud computing, desktop virtualization and their impact on desktop management. Podcast
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How virtual desktops enhance a virtualization disaster recovery strategy
When disaster strikes a virtual infrastructure, it's a mad dash to get apps back on track. But with virtual desktops in your DR strategy, you won't be out of breath. Tip
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VMware vSphere Storage Appliance could lower the cost of small VDI
Using the vSphere Storage Appliance with VMware View could help small VDI implementations save money up front and make it easier to grow. Tip
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Weighing cloud-hosted virtual desktops vs. VDI
IT pros don't trust public cloud services, but the benefits of outsourcing virtualized desktops to a cloud provider may outweigh the risks. Tip
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Quest vWorkspace 7.5 plus Hyper-V: Worthy competitor to VMware, Citrix
The latest version of Quest vWorkspace includes Hyper-V Catalyst Components, which optimize memory and disk I/O to boost virtual desktop performance. Tip
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Remote Desktop Services in a mobile world: Security, supportability
Using Remote Desktop Services to access virtual desktops from mobile devices presents a whole new set of issues, including security and supportability concerns. Tip
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Mobile desktops quiz
After listening to our podcast, reading our article and viewing our webcast on delivering virtual desktops to mobile devices, how much have you learned? Test your knowledge. Quiz
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How to create mobile security policies
While you can't avoid all mobile security risks, best practices and the right security software helps. Use these best practices to mitigate your company's mobile security risks. Tip
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Application whitelisting for virtual desktops
Citrix and other virtual desktop vendors now support User Installed Applications. IT can prevent UIA from running amuck using these strategies and application whitelisting tools. Tip
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VMware shops using View 5 for BYOD realize VDI challenges
Desktop virtualization and BYOD go hand-in-hand. But both are cultural changes and VMware View has its share of challenges, starting with the profile management feature. News
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VDI storage tips and tools
In this podcast, TechTarget editor Bridget Botelho and IT expert Todd Knapp discuss the current state of virtual desktop storage tools, why organizations should use them and more. Podcast
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About Virtual desktop management
Virtual desktop management can empower a mobile workforce, simplify desktop deployment and improve endpoint security -- but only when you create a virtual desktop strategy that suits your environment. This section helps you identify the best virtual desktop tools that enable IT to centrally manage and secure desktop images while still allowing for personalization of desktops. Administrators can run guest operating systems such as Windows or Linux beneath or on top of virtualization software, and users can use thin clients to access applications hosted on consolidated servers. This section outlines how to deploy virtual systems with a hypervisor for easier backup and more secure endpoint devices and helps you identify the best desktop virtualization software for your environment.
Our virtualization news coverage, tips and expert technical advice can help you determine how to best manage virtual desktops.