September 2009
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September 30, 2009
30
Sep'09
Why desktop admins can't ignore 'user-installed' apps
Desktop administrators used to be able to ignore user-installed apps, but the virtualization requires more formal strategies to properly secure networks. Continue Reading
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September 29, 2009
29
Sep'09
Dealing with Windows Terminal Services licensing issues
Terminal Services complex licensing requirements -- specifically TS Licensing role service -- can be intimidating. Learn how to choose the most cost-effective licensing scheme. Continue Reading
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September 23, 2009
23
Sep'09
Desktop virtualization intrigues IT pros despite cost
A recent virtualization survey shows desktop virtualization interest and deployments growing slowly, reined in by acquisition costs. Continue Reading
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September 23, 2009
23
Sep'09
The future of desktop virtualization: Running desktops on the client (gasp!)
Contrary to some beliefs, operating a desktop client device is desktop virtualization, and running copies of Windows locally on client devices has several big advantages. Continue Reading
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September 18, 2009
18
Sep'09
Bank steps up application virtualization with XenApp 5 SP2
A bank says the new features in Citrix Systems XenApp 5 Service Pack 2 will ease desktop management and security updates. Continue Reading
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September 16, 2009
16
Sep'09
Planning a Terminal Services Gateway
Terminal Services Gateway is a secure way to access Microsoft Terminal Services remotely but it requires knowing how to work with SSL certificates. Continue Reading
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September 16, 2009
16
Sep'09
Do you need third-party printing solutions for VDI?
The complexity of virtual desktop infrastructures poses problems for printing. Now products from VMware, Citrix and Microsoft, as well as smaller vendors, can make printing easier. Continue Reading
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September 15, 2009
15
Sep'09
Convoluted Microsoft licensing hinders desktop virtualization market
Licensing for desktop virtualization is still a problem for IT shops, especially when Microsoft products are involved. Continue Reading
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September 15, 2009
15
Sep'09
Deploying Terminal Services Web Access
Need to facilitate a remote Terminal Services session? The easiest method to use -- and set up -- is Terminal Services Web Access, a feature of Windows Server 2008. Continue Reading
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September 09, 2009
09
Sep'09
Microsoft bundles App-V with Remote Desktop Services
IT shops that upgrade to Windows Server 2008 R2 will get a bonus from Microsoft. The software vendor will include its application streaming technology in the license for free. Continue Reading
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September 09, 2009
09
Sep'09
Virtual desktop costs, complexity, overshadow benefits
Virtual desktops promise to ease management woes but IT managers say they are still vexed by licensing issues, infrastructure needs and sundry hardware and software costs. Continue Reading
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September 02, 2009
02
Sep'09
VMware nixes competitor demos at lopsided IT show
VMware denied IT managers a chance to compare VMware products against those of Microsoft and Citrix at VMworld. Continue Reading
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September 01, 2009
01
Sep'09
How VDI fits into the enterprise
Enterprises are taking more interest in VDI as they see how it can simplify the current corporate infrastructure. It's no panacea but rather, creates efficiencies. Continue Reading
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September 01, 2009
01
Sep'09
Mid-year review: Top 10 virtual desktop tips
Check out the most viewed virtual desktop tips of the year, so far, from planning your cloud environment to how to match virtual desktops to your users' needs. Continue Reading
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September 01, 2009
01
Sep'09
Getting started with application streaming and virtualization
To ensure success, administrators need to consider several factors, like cost and ROI, when selecting an application streaming and virtualization product for their environment. Continue Reading