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Can IT use VMware Horizon View without vCenter?
Running VMware Horizon View without vCenter is possible but impractical. Understand why an organization would want to use this setup and what the implications are.
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VMware vs. Citrix: VDI security showdown
When it comes to VDI, Citrix and VMware are the two biggest players in the market. But which platform offers more security? Find out in this battle of security features: VMware vs. Citrix VDI.
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Understand VDI market shifts from traditional VDI to cloud
As the VDI market shifts to cloud-based VDI and DaaS, it's important to understand the bigger picture. Understand the benefits and complexities of the changing market.
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Compare offerings from 3 major desktop-as-a-service providers
Three desktop-as-a-service providers, Citrix, VMware and Microsoft, all offer virtual desktops as a part of their cloud services. Delve into the pros and cons of their offerings.
Thin Client Systems: Asus vs. Google Chromebooks vs. 13 more
In this guide, you’ll explore factors to keep in mind when considering incorporating thin client systems within your business, and compare the top vendors of thin client systems, including Asus, Dell, Lenono and others.
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Understand VDI market shifts from traditional VDI to cloud
As the VDI market shifts to cloud-based VDI and DaaS, it's important to understand the bigger picture. Understand the benefits and complexities of the changing market.
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The pros and cons of VDI web browsers
End users can easily access their virtual desktops and applications through any supported HTML5 web browser. Learn about the pros and cons of using VDI and web browsers together.
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Evaluate app streaming for VDI
There are multiple ways to deliver virtual applications, and app streaming is one of them. Find out what app streaming means in a virtual desktop infrastructure.
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5 Windows Virtual Desktop management tools to consider
Deep management capabilities are important, even in a cloud desktop implementation such as Windows Virtual Desktop. Discover five third-party tools that support a Windows Virtual Desktop deployment.
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Maneuver Office 365 licensing for VDI
Office 365 can come with some tricky licensing situations, especially for VDI admins. Explore this rundown of licensing issues and some potential solutions.
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Can IT use VMware Horizon View without vCenter?
Running VMware Horizon View without vCenter is possible but impractical. Understand why an organization would want to use this setup and what the implications are.
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VMware vs. Citrix: VDI security showdown
When it comes to VDI, Citrix and VMware are the two biggest players in the market. But which platform offers more security? Find out in this battle of security features: VMware vs. Citrix VDI.
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Understand VDI market shifts from traditional VDI to cloud
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Compare offerings from 3 major desktop-as-a-service providers
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5 Windows Virtual Desktop management tools to consider
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Maneuver Office 365 licensing for VDI
Office 365 can come with some tricky licensing situations, especially for VDI admins. Explore this rundown of licensing issues and some potential solutions.
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How to optimize performance in a Citrix environment
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How to protect against RDP security issues
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How Windows Virtual Desktop changes print management
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Can IT use VMware Horizon View without vCenter?
Running VMware Horizon View without vCenter is possible but impractical. Understand why an organization would want to use this setup and what the implications are.
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How to automate software installation for Windows VDI
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3 steps to lock down VDI security
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4 ways to handle Windows Virtual Desktop management
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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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virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) is a desktop virtualization technology wherein a desktop operating system, typically Microsoft Windows, runs and is managed in an on-premises or cloud data center.
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How to use VMware Horizon Performance Tracker
A good user experience is essential for VDI. Learn how to install and use VMware Horizon Performance Tracker to take the pulse of end-user experience.
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10 Microsoft Ignite 2019 sessions for VDI admins
VDI admins attending Microsoft Ignite 2019 could benefit from attending these 10 sessions. This guide can help to build a session schedule for the conference.
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Blog: BrianMadden.com
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Friday Notebook, December 6: AWS re:Invent; WorkSpaces Streaming Protocol; overview of hybrid PaaS
Also: Cameyo; Microsoft Endpoint Manager; RPA; SCCM; Banyan; Windows 7 ESU promotional offer; and more.Continue Reading
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Do you want to get rid of SCCM, keep it forever, or do something in between?
I thought about calling this article “SCCM is dead! Long live SCCM!” but then I wouldn’t have been able to sleep at night.Continue Reading
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Compare Intune alternatives to Intune for mobility management
A closer look at Microsoft Endpoint Manager, the new combination of Intune and SCCM
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This year's top 10 stories center on virtualization benefits
Based on our top 10 most-read stories of 2019, IT pros sought to learn the benefits of virtualization, as well as the drawbacks, as the technology gained ground.
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Cloud-hosted virtual desktop and application strategy
Windows Virtual Desktop is generally available
Microsoft released Windows Virtual Desktop to the general public, which is likely to have significant effects on the VDI market. Learn why, and what the service offers.
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Virtual desktop tools and technology
HP's Bromium buy speaks to Dell rivalry
Analysts describe HP's Bromium acquisition as a safe, cheap, smart bet in its push to compete with Dell. It's also another sign of rapid consolidation in the endpoint security market.